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IR-REV-Rend: Christianity Without the Pretense. Faith Without the Facade
by
Greg Surratt
Ir-rev-rend (ir REV rund) noun
1. a pastor who is somewhat critical of what is generally accepted or respected
2. a pastor who is trying to make sense of life, love, the church and other confusing things from a slightly satirical point of view; an irreverent sense of humor.
3. a "normal" guy pursuing God
Whatever you may think about the "typical" pastor, throw it out. Do they...more
1. a pastor who is somewhat critical of what is generally accepted or respected
2. a pastor who is trying to make sense of life, love, the church and other confusing things from a slightly satirical point of view; an irreverent sense of humor.
3. a "normal" guy pursuing God
Whatever you may think about the "typical" pastor, throw it out. Do they...more
Hardcover, 224 pages
Published
September 28th 2011
by FaithWords
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Oct 01, 2011
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I liked it. The author was clear and fairly gentle in presenting his views. I attend a more formal church with amazing music - in a very different genre than his church. However, he was able to present the idea that God is found in many different venues and he is fine with that. He made the point that faith is always growing and listed many examples. He did not pretend to have all the answers - I think I would even like to meet this guy.
I have worked 25 years as a church musician with many past...more
I have worked 25 years as a church musician with many past...more
I attend Pastor Greg Surratt's church and was excited to read his book. This book was a great and easy read that made Pastor Greg seem like the proverbial any man...that thinks and struggles just as any of us do. I really got alot from his chapter on criticism and I have decided to personally resign from my position as the "general manager of the universe." Thanks for this book it was definitely worth my time.
This was an interesting book. I wasn't thrilled with the subtitle, and wasn't sure if I'd like it or not, but it had a lot of good things to say. I would describe this book as an autobiography with commentary, but along the way there were quite a few good things to think about. Eg, this line: "If you know how to worry, you know how to meditate."
Interesting. I felt like each chapter was a little sermon, and I mean that in a good way. A little scripture, a little personal antidote, and it leaves you with a message to chew on. It may not be for everyone, some people prefer their preacher to be more sure, they don't like to think of the person instructing them in a better relationship with God as having doubts and weaknesses, but the author is honest and I liked that. He tells of moments of doubts, of discouragements, and what he's learned...more
Well-written, easy to to read, funny and poignant, this book about the non-preachy faith of a preacher is refreshing and worthwhile. This is a must-read for people who attend Greg Surratt's church. It gives you great insight into this pastor and the unique origins of Seacoast experience.
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