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The Signature of Jesus
The Signature of Jesus challenges the gospel of "cheap grace" and calls the church to radical discipleship. With passion and boldness, author Brennan Manning invites readers to risk living life as Jesus lived—committed to simplicity, purity of heart, and obedience to the gospel.
As a radical alternative this book is offered to Christians who want to live by faith...more
Paperback, 240 pages
Published
January 5th 2011
by Multnomah
(first published 1988)
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Thought-provoking, challenging, and honest are some words that can be used to describe The Signature of Jesus by Brennan Manning. In it, the reader is forced to strip away religion and encouraged to pursue the love of Jesus. Through beautiful writing, Manning shares with us his life with the Risen Christ and how He has redeemed his life from self-justification. At the same time, Manning in every chapter teaches us how to have the mind of Christ, how to be a radical disciple of Christ, and how to...more
This was a very thought-provoking book on not so much Christian living as Christian being. The big question is, "is my life marked with the signature of Jesus?". It's not about living in such as way as to try to gain the "approval" of Jesus, but living in such as way as we would if we really understood that we already DO have His approval. So many churches and Christian leaders and pastors try to teach us to be better Christians; be more like Christ. And so often, that is sup...more
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Very good insight into discipleship. I had started to read The Ragamuffin Gospel at one point but had trouble getting into it. This book however was more challenging as far as life and thought patterns go, so that was an enticement to dig in. His insights are golden and he is incredibly articulate. He tells some great stories and really models what living out that discipleship looks like. Definitely a good read for people that are looking to go deeper with the Lord. I think that Manning himself ...more
The greatest need for our time is for the church to become what it has seldom been: the body of Christ with its face to the world, loving others regardless of religion or culture, pouring out in a life of service. offering hope to a frightened world, and presenting itself as a real alternative to the existing environment.
downward mobility:
path of power vs. path of powerlessness
road to success vs. road to servanthood
board road of praise/popularity vs. narrow road of ...more
downward mobility:
path of power vs. path of powerlessness
road to success vs. road to servanthood
board road of praise/popularity vs. narrow road of ...more
Nada é tão desconcertante — e, ao mesmo tempo, mais cativante — quanto a mensagem da cruz. É no caminho do Calvário que o poder da vida, traduzida na simplicidade do coração humilde e compassivo, se manifesta de forma eloqüente. É o segredo que levou o próprio Rei Jesus a optar pela coroa de espinhos, ainda que toda a ostentação dos reinos do mundo lhe fosse oferecida. Qual a explicação para essa escolha radical? Contradição? Não. Apenas graça.
A really good summary of the journey from knowledge to experience. My favorite part was the chapter on contemplative prayer as a way beyond mere devotional spirituality, the latter of which which tends to lead toward a new way of doing but not necessarily of seeing. "I spent so much time doing the things that would please God that I had no time left just to be with God."
Brennan Manning communicates so poignantly the beautiful unconditional love of God as revealed in Jesus Christ. This love that continues to pursue and break into my heart never fails to continue the work of freeing me from bondage to fears, pride, and religiosity, while binding me close to His heart and giving me a desire to know Him more and more.
Just when I thought it was weird to always give good ratings to books I read this one. I didn't agree with most of the theology in this book. I think there is a problem today with so much being talked about Jesus the Son of God and not enough talk about what his message actually was. There was a small part in the middle of this book that I did really like. It touched on an idea that I often wondered about as a child. If Jesus wanted us to be kind to the poor and giving of ourselves and help...more
When you get to the part about Manning counseling the repentant sinner, and he says, "I have a message for you from Jesus," call me. Because you're about to read one of the most powerful passages you've ever read.
This book basically got me through my divorce.
This book basically got me through my divorce.
Loving this book. A couple years ago I picked up "The Ragamuffin Gospel" and was transformed. This sequel is no exception. Thank you, Brennan Manning, for inspiring (yes, I mean that word in its original sense) me to a closer relationship with God.
I took quite a bit away from this book. The author's style is a bit formal. I doubt anyone will breeze through without a dictionary, but it's worth the effort. My 2 favorite themes: centering down in contemplate prayer & moving from intellectual belief to faith in action. This is a good companion to Chan's Crazy Love.
I feel like Ragamuffin Gospel should be the forward to this book. The principles of grace and freedom are touched on in this book, but expanded in a practical and concrete way. I really, really loved this book. What wisdom.
An excerpt:
"Not everyone is called to radical discipleship. Some are so traumatized by life, that simple survival is their sole concern...others so soiled and scarred that they can barely look beyond their own needs."
"Not everyone is called to radical discipleship. Some are so traumatized by life, that simple survival is their sole concern...others so soiled and scarred that they can barely look beyond their own needs."
I read this when I was in highschool at the ripe ol' age of 17. I think it is time for a re-read when it is not so over my head!
An incredibly powerful and subversive work that captures the essence of the Christian Life in every dimension.
It will challenge you in ways you need to be challenged and affirm your faith in the same stroke.
I really wanted to give it 4 1/2 stars, it was awesome!
I woke up thinking about this book.
My personal favorite from Manning.
I read this when I was 15 or 16. It was my first encounter with Brennan Manning- a man who I had heard many wonderful things about from people I admired. After finishing it, I remember thinking "THAT was "THE Brennan Manning?!". It wasn't bad, by any means...but I don't remember finding anything overly profound, or anything that would make him worthy of the hype surrounding his stuff.
Decent book, but a bit underwhelming after hearing how incredible his stuff is.
Decent book, but a bit underwhelming after hearing how incredible his stuff is.
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I have read this book over and over and over again. Every time there is something else that is life changing.
Brennan's, what can only be described as emerging, views on the church are not only poignant but filled with the grace and love of Christ. He is an author that cuts straight to the nitty gritty, leaving all traces of jargon and over spirituality on the wayside.
I would hit the five stars a million times for this book.
Brennan's, what can only be described as emerging, views on the church are not only poignant but filled with the grace and love of Christ. He is an author that cuts straight to the nitty gritty, leaving all traces of jargon and over spirituality on the wayside.
I would hit the five stars a million times for this book.
Through this book, God challenged me to draw closer to Him (even when I don't feel like it). As a Christ-follower, I believe (and have experienced) that when you make efforts to draw closer to God, He will indeed draw closer to you. Must read for anyone who is desiring a deeper walk with Christ. Manning is a normal dude that goes through the struggles that are common to us all.
I finished reading this book last month and have gone back several times to reread certain chapters. The author discusses (and regrets) the common ills of the westernized church and leads the reader to a fuller understanding of the true Christian experience that goes beyond church participation, rehearsed lingo and empty motions.
While I enjoyed some of what Brennan had to say, most of it seemed like random thoughts thrown together into a book. I could not pick out a running theme through his writing and I finished the book and immediately began to wonder, "What have I just read? What was it about? Can I even take anything from this?"
this book was excellent. if you've never read anything by manning, i highly suggest picking up one of his books. not only insightful, but well-written and enjoyable to read. this book takes a hard look at what it means to find purpose, or rather leave ideas of purpose behind, in light of God's insurmountable love.
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Definately my no. one favorite spiritual book. And learned so much....Brenan has a beautiful sincere and deep relationship with our Creator and he has spent a lot of time in solitude with Him which I admire. His thoughts matched up with feelings that I didnt know how to express into words
this is one of the best books on christian discipleship ever, written from a man best known for his theology-challenging, push-the-envelope views on unconditional and unmerited grace.
to sum up the remainder of brennan manning's books on my list: this alcoholic, divorced ex-catholic priest is one of the authors that has impacted me most in matters of faith.
Great no-nonsense book that contrasts a life of faith with a life of mere religion. Brennan Manning tells it like it is.
No matter what Manning is a great read. He is challenging and leads you to reflect on things you would never have before.
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