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The Fitting Room: Putting on the Character of Christ
by
Kelly Minter
Kelly Minter explores what it meansin real lifeto "clothe" ourselves (Col. 3:12) in Christian virtues like forgiveness, joy, patience, compassion, and more. Can we really "dress up" in the character of Christ? Kelly Minter says the answer is yesif we let the Master Designer do the fitting. This relatable book offers insightful Scripture study with real-life stories and
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Published
April 1st 2011
by David C. Cook
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"The Fitting Room" is a very down to earth, discussion, one may have with a close friend or at bible study about putting the "character of Christ" as we go through our daily lives.
Short chapters, laidback style, engaging anecdotal stories and scripture, "The Fitting Room" talks about the clothing of our character that is shown in and through Jesus Christ.
This is a book that discusses that, yes, life isn't going to be perfect, we're not going to be perfect, but Jesus Christ, through what He has d...more
Short chapters, laidback style, engaging anecdotal stories and scripture, "The Fitting Room" talks about the clothing of our character that is shown in and through Jesus Christ.
This is a book that discusses that, yes, life isn't going to be perfect, we're not going to be perfect, but Jesus Christ, through what He has d...more
As little girls, it’s fun to play “dress-up” and with “paper dolls.” As women, getting fitted for a prom dress, bridesmaid gown, or even a bridal gown. Kelly Minter, in her book, The Fitting Room, has provided a means for a spiritual makeover, one that lasts for eternity, by putting on the character of Christ.
Kelly’s book has a down-to-earth feel to it, but she’s truly concerned about our spiritual growth. She feels like a friend sitting next to you and sharing spiritual truths while being trans...more
Kelly’s book has a down-to-earth feel to it, but she’s truly concerned about our spiritual growth. She feels like a friend sitting next to you and sharing spiritual truths while being trans...more
This is a portion of the comment I left on the {in}courage "Bloom Book Club" post wrapping up the series:
This book appropriately and genuinely exalts Jesus.
The last few chapters on humility, compassion, and patience have been all up in my grill. Is that the right phrase? ;) I needed the gentle reminder at the end of the book of the Truth that proceeded the list of virtues: that I am loved. And a great quote I came across tonight from C.S. Lewis encapsulates the life-long journey of taking off th...more
This book appropriately and genuinely exalts Jesus.
The last few chapters on humility, compassion, and patience have been all up in my grill. Is that the right phrase? ;) I needed the gentle reminder at the end of the book of the Truth that proceeded the list of virtues: that I am loved. And a great quote I came across tonight from C.S. Lewis encapsulates the life-long journey of taking off th...more
The Fitting Room teaches us about Putting On The Character Of Christ. The book is based on Colossians 3:12 that says "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience".
Kelly Minter uses the analogy of fashion as a way of relating how we wear the 'virtues'... but she is quick to point out that "The Christian virtues are not something we can slap on ourselves like cutout paper dolls. They come as a result of h...more
Kelly Minter uses the analogy of fashion as a way of relating how we wear the 'virtues'... but she is quick to point out that "The Christian virtues are not something we can slap on ourselves like cutout paper dolls. They come as a result of h...more
Struggling with self-image? Have you ever wondered what true beauty is? Tired of trying to meet the world's standards of beauty? When you look in the mirror what do you see?
Come learn how God sees you and become the image bearer of the Great Designer. Be clothed in His glory and beauty. Become the woman you have always wanted to be - stunning, beautiful, breath-taking, lovely! Throw out that old wardrobe and exchange it for a heavenly one!
Based on Colossians 2 Kelly Minter encourages readers to...more
Come learn how God sees you and become the image bearer of the Great Designer. Be clothed in His glory and beauty. Become the woman you have always wanted to be - stunning, beautiful, breath-taking, lovely! Throw out that old wardrobe and exchange it for a heavenly one!
Based on Colossians 2 Kelly Minter encourages readers to...more
This book was based on Colossians 3:1, where God tells us to clothing ourselves with virtures. In this day it is very hard to show that we are a Christian and to do all the things that God tells us we should do and act. Kelly talks about the way in which we can help ourselves to be what God wants us to be and she tell that we really need to do the best we can.
We should try to take off the things that are not pleasing to God and put on the things that are, that is what The Fitting Room is based o...more
We should try to take off the things that are not pleasing to God and put on the things that are, that is what The Fitting Room is based o...more
I enjoy Minter's writing, even if this book seems to assume an entirely female audience and the self-deprecating humor became a bit overdone by the end. I picked it up as free e-book and was interested in how she would talk about Colossians 3. The book offers a solid exposition of the meaning of the various words the chapter contains and a challenge to put on that new self. Perhaps not enough church in the talk of discipleship, but good nonetheless.
I cannot stress enough how important this book was (is) to me. It took me at least a month to get through it - that never happens. I had to go back and re-read chapters and really pray about the conviction weighing on my heart throughout this book. A-MAZING. I see it as a must read for everyone who strives to live out the virtues of Christ. It's something I'll definitely continue to refer back to often!
While the author doesn't say anything that I haven't hear before, she has a fresh perspective on what it means to "Put On the Character of Christ." She uses a lot of her own experiences as examples and by doing this is very relatable. I really enjoyed and was very much encouraged by this book. (I downloaded this ebook for free from Amazon.)
Kelly Minter has a deep, yet witty style that was easy to read. I appreciate someone who can unpack the deeper truths of Scripture while also making me laugh by her real-world commentary. That is a difficult skill to pull off. I only had to read the first few pages of her book to get hooked. Kelly is from Reston, VA. Her father is the head paster at Reston Bible Church.
I love that this book is based on a small portion of scripture; each chapter dedicated to diggin deeper to the meaning of the virtues given to us by Paul the Apostle.
Kelly is able to breathe new meaning into simple familiar words with great insight, wittiness, and humble storytelling. I adored this book!
Kelly is able to breathe new meaning into simple familiar words with great insight, wittiness, and humble storytelling. I adored this book!
I had a little trouble getting into this book, but as I read more I was continually encouraged and drawn into it. I loved her writing style and complete honesty. She shared lows and highs and how life is a combination, even as we're growing closer to Christ.
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Reading this for an in home weekly study with 6 other women. I find that Kelly Minter has a fresh voice and has an amazing way of taking the WORD and showing how it applies to the modern world. I look forward to completing this study.
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what a remarkable book about the characteristics of Christ. I felt like it was easy to read and she had a lot of humor. Made me feel like these things are achievable and would recommend this book to any christian, new or not.
I absolutely adore Kelly Minter's writing style. She is down to earth and very real, and her use of written language is beautiful. The style alone makes this a pleasurable book to read. However, the content is what makes it excellent. She brings the practicality of living this Christian life into the real world. Knowing that we are chosen and made holy by Him establishes the foundation for clothing ourselves in the virtues of Christ. She then explores each attribute in detail and in a way that w...more
Very well done. Insightful. Thought-provoking. Challenging. Doctrinally sound. I definitely recommend this book - for men as well as for women. I look forward to reading more of Kelly Minter's work.
I love Kelly Minter's conversational writing style and how she peppers this inspirational book with both formal Bible teaching as well as fun personal stories from her own experiences.
One of the inCourage Bloom Book Club books - I appreciate that she discusses putting on the character of Christ in the context of God's work in us to transform us.
Enjoyed because of it's simplicity. Kelly did not sugar coat the truth that she struggles with these characteristics of Christ in her own life. Will be on my to read again list!
I really enjoyed this book. It challenged me and made me think of a few things differently without being preachy. The author is very real!!
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Amazing. Kelly is so honest about herself that it's more like having a conversation with a good friend than reading a book. Her insights are helpful and you can feel her love coming through her words.
This book takes apart Colossians 3:12, which tells us to "clothe" ourselves in virtues like peace, patience, kindness, forgiveness and compassion. I like her style of writing, and her warmth and humor made this a pleasure to read.
I downloaded this as a free ebook, and I'm grateful for the gift. I thought it was a Bible study, though, so I was a little disappointed to find that it was a regular book. Kelly's a good writer with a tender soul. This would be a good gift for a friend with an artist's heart.
Kelly Minter has a great sense of humor and style of writing.
Kelly Minter has an enjoyable writing style. Her observation of life provides great insights from a fun and witty perspective. Each chapter takes on a character quality that we are to "put on" in our responses to life.
My book club slowly read this book as we simultaneously read novels that exemplified (positively or negatively) the character quality. This was a great approach as it gave us meaty discussions around the fictional novels.
My book club slowly read this book as we simultaneously read novels that exemplified (positively or negatively) the character quality. This was a great approach as it gave us meaty discussions around the fictional novels.
Great book for small groups! Kelly Minter does an excellent job of not just talking about the virtues listed in Colossians 3:12 but she also breaks down the entire verse from start to finish. What does it mean to be chosen, dearly loved, justified, and holy. She's witty and graceful in the way she writes...and most importantly it's full of truth. I would highly recommend this for small groups and even to read as an individual.
Didn't want to finish because it's utterly boring and repetitive. Not very helpful or insightful at all. Then again, it's very hard trying to find a Christian book that's really good.
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Read this for our bible study supper group and we discussed a couple of chapters at each meeting. Easy to read style with good illustrations, we are enjoying Kelly Minter's books. The last few chapters on humility, compassion and patience were a good reminder and to see that selfishness gets in the way of wearing many of these virtues. A good one to go back and re-read to absorb more!
You will feel spiritually renewed and inspired!
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Kelly lives in Nashville, Tennessee, and serves the Lord passionately both across the U.S. and internationally in a variety of creative roles. An acclaimed author, musician, Bible study creator and teacher, she is passionate to see women impacted by Jesus and His Word.
Growing up outside of Washington, DC, Kelly was raised in a Christian home, the oldest of four children and daughter of a pastor. H...more
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“I think we would do much better as a whole if we focused more compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience than on how all the non-Christians are ruining society with their bad behavior and politics.”
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“When we live out of pride, we are left to tirelessly protect the single seed of life, but when we live with the posture of humility and die to ourselves, we allow God to turn our one life into an abundant harvest that reaches so far beyond ourselves we will scarcely believe what God can do with a single life that chooses to die in the soil of His hands.”
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