The Unusual Suspect and over 360,000 other books are available for Amazon Kindle – Amazon’s new wireless reading device. Learn more

101 used & new from $0.42
See All Buying Options
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
 
 
The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith
 
 
Share your own customer images
Search inside this book
Start reading The Unusual Suspect on your Kindle in under a minute.

Don’t have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here.
 
  

The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Mark Tabb (Author)
Key Phrases: kairos moment, mind trick, Jesus Christ, New York, Holy Spirit (more...)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)

Available from these sellers.


28 new from $2.09 68 used from $0.42 5 collectible from $6.00

Formats

Amazon Price New from Used from
  Kindle Edition, September 12, 2007 $9.99 -- --
  Hardcover, September 18, 2006 -- $2.09 $0.42

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips: A Novel (Faithwords)

The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips: A Novel (Faithwords)

by Stephen Baldwin
4.1 out of 5 stars (9)  $11.89
Spirit Warriors 1: A Graphic Novel

Spirit Warriors 1: A Graphic Novel

by Stephen Baldwin
5.0 out of 5 stars (1)  $9.99
The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith

The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith

by Stephen Baldwin
4.2 out of 5 stars (12)  $11.24
Livin It Testimonies

Livin It Testimonies

by Stephen Baldwin
$11.24
Livin It: What It Is

Livin It: What It Is

by Stephen Baldwin
5.0 out of 5 stars (1)  $13.25
› Explore similar items

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

As the youngest son of six children, at the tail end of the (in)famous Baldwin brothers acting family, Stephen Baldwin has never done anything by halves. In this exhausting autobiographical report, Baldwin depicts himself as a wild, fun-loving extremist who mended his ways after making a personal commitment to Christ a few years back. Faced with his boldness bordering on fanaticism, readers will either love or hate Baldwin's take on the Christian life. At the outset, some may cringe at his recollections at being invited to the Playboy mansion, and his former caveman mentality toward women will likely cause some ire. Yet despite the audacious talk, Baldwin pointedly admits with some measure of humility his current struggles to "live out" a genuine God-honoring faith. He discusses how his new faith has affected his family, details the life events that brought him to Christ and offers randomly presented musings on marriage, prayer, purity, divine intervention and evangelism. If Baldwin's intent is to rev up the blood pressure of Christian readers while simultaneously challenging them to more courageous, faith-guided living, the venture succeeds. But be warned: this is not a gentle chronicle but an almost spastic spiritual memoir by someone on perpetual fast-forward. (Sept. 19)
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.


Product Description

Stephen Baldwin explains why he compares his new life of faith to jumping out of an airplane without a parachute, and calls on you to take the plunge.

When Stephen Baldwin was riding the wave of fame from his most successful movie, The Usual Suspects, he thought he was in his glory. Hot in Hollywood--whatever Stephen wanted, Stephen got. Years later, happily married and living his life far from Hollywood, Stephen happened upon Christianity via a most unusual conversion. Now Stephen takes us behind the scenes and tells the stories we've yet to hear--of celebrity fun, curious family, and hardcore faith. He takes an in-depth look at the church's current role in society and the extreme faith movement. It's obvious Stephen has identified his new role in life--that of a Christian--a role more radical than anything in Hollywood.

See all Editorial Reviews

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 304 pages
  • Publisher: FaithWords (September 19, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0446579750
  • ISBN-13: 978-0446579759
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #511,352 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

    •  Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?

More About the Author

Stephen Baldwin
Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

› Visit Amazon's Stephen Baldwin Page
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:
Inside This Book (learn more)
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
kairos moment, mind trick
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Jesus Christ, New York, Holy Spirit, Stephen Baldwin, Middle English, Eleventh Edition, Merriam-Webster Inc, Luis Palau, Napoleon Complex, Old English, God's Spirit, Long Island, Lou Costello, The Usual Suspects, Billy Graham, Middle French, Spirit of God, Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans, Old High German, Only God, Pauly Shore, Chichester Psalms, Fort Lauderdale, Kirk Franklin
New!
Concordance | Text Stats
Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:
Citations (learn more)
This book cites 3 books:

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?

The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith
66% buy the item featured on this page:
The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith 4.5 out of 5 stars (38)
The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith
19% buy
The Unusual Suspect: My Calling to the New Hardcore Movement of Faith 4.2 out of 5 stars (12)
$11.24
The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips: A Novel (Faithwords)
6% buy
The Death and Life of Gabriel Phillips: A Novel (Faithwords) 4.1 out of 5 stars (9)
$11.89
A Promise to Ourselves: A Journey Through Fatherhood and Divorce
5% buy
A Promise to Ourselves: A Journey Through Fatherhood and Divorce 4.5 out of 5 stars (46)
$1.83
Explore similar items

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

 (What's this?)
Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.
 
(4)
(3)
(3)
(2)
(1)
(1)
(1)
See all 13 tags...

Your tags: Add your first tag
 
See most popular tags
 

Customer Reviews

38 Reviews
5 star:
 (30)
4 star:
 (3)
3 star:
 (1)
2 star:
 (1)
1 star:
 (3)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
4.5 out of 5 stars (38 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

 
51 of 55 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Ramped-Up Autobiography, July 22, 2006
I thoroughly enjoyed this account of Stephen Baldwin's journey to faith and his take on living for Christ. Yes, it's in-your-face, but who wants boring? Clearly Stephen has been grounded in Bible study and honestly tries to live out what he believes. This book challenged me to take a more aggressive look at how I live out my own faith. The writing style is conversational and often laugh-out-loud funny. Kudos to Mark Tabb for helping keep Stephen's hip voice, while making the prose smooth and readable.
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)



 
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual Suspect, November 22, 2006
I have read this book with an open mind and I feel that Mr. Baldwin a good understanding of the core doctrines of Christianity and a genuine desire to serve the Lord. I look forward to see him grow and his ministry and will probably read anything else he might put out there. I have to agree with the reviewer regarding Mr. Baldwin's snide remarks about Kirk Cameron. That was really uncalled for and obviously he should have contacted Mr. Cameron first before putting something like that in print. However, I have to remember that in my early years as a Christian I shot my mouth off a lot and I also recall my attitude of thinking I had everything figured out in the first few years of my walk with Christ. God is very gracious to us - He does not hammer us immediately with the things in our life that need changing. He takes one thing at a time and refines us in His time and in His way. I can also recall how I once believed that Christianity had to be "cutting edge" and my biggest worry was whether or not unbelievers thought I was cool and trying to make Christianity relevant and so forth. Now, I know that I never was cool and Jesus is relevant period...so worrying about such things don't matter anymore.

Mr. Baldwin reminds me a lot of Peter. You read about him in the gospels and sometimes he had it right and sometimes he stuck his foot in his mouth. However, when you read Peter's books which he wrote much later you see a gentle man whom God used tremendously. So, I'm glad for the Peters out there!

I recommend this book very much.
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)



 
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Stevie B smacked me upside my head! , October 12, 2006
By Mrs Q (Chicago) - See all my reviews
Stephen Baldwin is on fire for Jesus Christ, and boy this book sure makes it contagious! He is considerably younger than me in age, but he is also older and wiser and biblically grounded. He makes Christianity dare I say, FUN! This is what new life is supposed to be like. His changed life is proof enough for me to believe he is the real deal. This is a book I intend to use to reach my unsaved kids. He speaks on their level and yet never wavers from The Truth. What a blessing. I read this book so fast because I was caught up in his excitement and enthusiasm for Christ. I want to get off my kester and DO SOMETHING for the Kingdom. I just pray I grow as bold as he has. Great read!!!
Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)


Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Most Recent Customer Reviews

2.0 out of 5 stars I Was Too Hasty Judging Alec
This book introduces a new species: The Christian Egomaniac.

Characteristics of this egomaniac include(but are not limited to)incessant referrals to himself as... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Tim C. Sanderford

5.0 out of 5 stars An Eye Opener
This book has really opened my eyes to alot I did not know or understand.I really am glad that I have had the chance to read it.God Bless Stephen Baldwin.
Published 17 months ago by Teri Varner

5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks Stephen Baldwin!!
I'm going to keep this really short and would like to thank Mr. Baldwin for writing such an inspirational book. Read more
Published on October 21, 2007 by J. Trieglaff

5.0 out of 5 stars Stevie B has a great Holy Spirit directed book
Stevie B's book I truely believe is inspired by God HIMSELF. What the Lord is doing in the Livin it Ministries is great. Read more
Published on August 30, 2007 by Larry Patterson

5.0 out of 5 stars can't help but love this guy!
can't help but love this guy! Pray for him as he ministers to his family...pray for his family too!

Keys to Third Heaven... Read more
Published on July 27, 2007 by Sharnael Wolverton

5.0 out of 5 stars I found Baldwin's "tell it like it is" style refreshing and genuine
Over the years, I've been a bit skeptical about celebrities who become Christians and actively proclaim their faith in Jesus. Read more
Published on June 5, 2007 by FaithfulReader.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Changed My Life
Not too often am I high on reviews for Christian books. I am a believer but find many Christian books don't speak to my soul. I found Mr. Read more
Published on March 27, 2007 by TwinTip Ski Bum

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book!!!
This is a funny, deep, and thought provoking book. It is nice to see someone like "Stevie" wright a book like this. All ages should enjoy as long as you are open to the message.
Published on March 19, 2007 by Don Erb

4.0 out of 5 stars Real conversion
If you want to read about a real Hollywood conversion, this book is for you.
Published on January 9, 2007 by Blinq

5.0 out of 5 stars A great read... but it made me want another, different book from Mr. Baldwin
I've been following Stephen Baldwin's faith journey for some time. He's a dynamic and persuasive evangelist who has unapologetically used his celebrity to advance God's kingdom,... Read more
Published on January 9, 2007 by Stuart McCutchan

Only search this product's reviews


Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   

Product Information from the Amapedia Community

Beta (What's this?)

Look for Similar Items by Category

Look for Similar Items by Subject

Search Books by subject:
























i.e., each book must be in subject 1 AND subject 2 AND ...
 

Feedback

If you need help or have a question for Customer Service, contact us.
 Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?
Is there any other feedback you would like to provide?

Your comments can help make our site better for everyone.



Your Recent History

 (What's this?)

After viewing product detail pages or search results, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in.