{"product_id":"book-akj0","title":"Following Christ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you want your life to count for Christ? Would you like to make a real impact for God's kingdom in this world? You can and you don't have to be a great leader for it to happen. Just a good follower.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFollowing Christ\u003c\/em\u003e, Joseph Stowell shows why Christ's command to \"Follow me\" isn't merely the starting point of Christianity. It's the very heartbeat of vibrant, effective faith. And it's not just for a few gifted leaders, but for all believers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Christianity is a relationship, an adventure, a passionate pursuit of Christ,\" says Stowell. \"Followers escape the drudgery of a system of rituals and regulations, and revel in the discovery of the ever-interesting Christ.\" Stowell shows you what happens when an ordinary man or woman pursues not the trappings of Christianity, but Christ himself. You'll discover:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat a \"non-negotiated\" follower looks like\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy God does his best work through followers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy self-directed living is a recipe for emptiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat makes Christ so worth following\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Christ transforms our character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat it means to pick up your cross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy a close walk with Jesus is the key to effective living\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis inspiring book cuts through the side-issues of Christianity to reveal its true, compelling object: Jesus Christ. As his fully devoted follower, you'll discover a dynamic and refreshing way of living one that will sustain you through life's valleys and provide breathtaking spiritual vistas from its peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Christianity the way God intended it, marked by simplicity. Vigorous faith. Purpose and direction. Soul-winning impact on those around you. And above all, a joyous, growing closeness with Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins Christian","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49394143559984,"sku":"BDakj0","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio CD","offer_id":49394143592752,"sku":"ZEakj0","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio MP3-CD","offer_id":49394143625520,"sku":"ZMakj0","price":45.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/akj0-Square-cover.jpg?v=1777416579","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-akj0","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}