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The Importance of Being Foolish: How to Think Like Jesus Paperback – June 27, 2006

4.7 out of 5 stars 165

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“Being Foolish is a message of unsettling grace. It is the best kind of wisdom.” — John Ortberg, Teaching Pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church

“Manning offers a fiercly provacative call to arms...” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“This is a deeply felt and clearly expressed avowal of faith...” — Library Journal

“[W]orth the read for all the insights--and encouragement--Manning offers on leading a Christ-centered life.” — Christian Retailing

“Manning… writes poetically when sharing contemporary parables. His intimate knowledge of Scripture flows seamlessly throughout his narrative.” — Cleveland Plain Dealer

“Manning invites the reader to move from self-delusion to embracing the truth about who we are.” — Christianity Today

“A rich feast of food for thought...offering both challenge and comfort.” — National Catholic Reporter

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Becoming a Christian is not a magical enterprise in which we automatically become better people; a Christian must train to become the person God intended them to be. In this book, Brennan Manning teaches us how to think like Jesus, guiding the reader to discover those subjects on which Jesus did not dwell - security, sensation, and power - and revealing where Jesus focused his thought life - the Father, the disciples, the reign of God, and the world. Coming from the gentle yet compelling voice of Manning, the reader will embrace this call and revel in Manning’s provocative exploration of the mind of Christ.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperOne; Reprint edition (June 27, 2006)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0060834536
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0060834531
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 0.43 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 165

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Brennan Manning is a writer and speaker who leads spiritual retreats for people of all ages and backgrounds. He is the author of more than ten books, including Abba's Child , Ruthless Trust , The Ragamuffin Gospel , and Posers, Fakers, and Wannabes. A resident of New Orleans, he travels extensively in the U.S. and abroad to share the good news of the unconditional love of God.

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