Jesus in Blue Jeans: A Practical Guide to Everyday Spirituality

by Laurie Beth Jones

The sequel to Jesus, CEO draws on the New Testament to reveal how the life and ministry of Jesus Christ is relevant in the modern world, presenting a daily course of reflective action to help readers put spirituality to practical use in every aspect of work and daily life."

Genres: Christian, Spirituality, Nonfiction, Leadership, Christianity, Self Help, Church

336 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1997

Reviews

[Guthrie Veech · Rating 1 out of 5]

Terrible book, not worth reading, hated it.

[Liane De Witt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book changed my life!

Fifteen years ago I stood in front of a bookshelf in a busy mall and thinking life couldn't get much worse than it was when, for some reason I don't remember to this day, Jesus in Blue Jeans: A Practical Guide to Everyday Spirituality caught my attention and I reached for it. I briefly skimmed through it, randomly opening it up and reading short snippets through the tears. One of these I had never forgotten. It was a short tale about following the still, small voice whispering in your heart, guiding you on your life journey. I had just taken a terribly wrong turn in ignoring that little voice, but instead of feeling condemned - like her message had reached me too late - it stayed with me as a constant reminder to heed that whisper with more diligence and determination in the future; to not make the same mistake twice.

Even more so, Laurie's book inspired me to write a book of my own - Let Your Heart Take Flight: Parables for Our Modern Age, which just got published in March of 2014. Thank you, Laurie, for sharing your stories with us.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked Jesus CEO so much that it was a treat to discover this on our library shelves just in time for me to go on retreat. The small chapters are thought provoking and set up in a way that works for reflection. The one that touched me the most was that Jesus enjoyed and attended events to be with others and impart his message. Sometimes I feel like I might be wasting time with all my "busyness" at events. This chapter gave me a fresh perspective and affirmed the importance of being involved and participating.

[Reader]

I read this years ago with Blue Like Jazz. I remember liking it, the crux being that He wore robes so they could relate to Him then. Were He to appear today, He would wear blue jeans. Regardless of what He wears, He is relatable. I wonder what I would think of it if I read it today.

[Jesse England · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good but better in a small group book not really a solo read

[Aaron · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved it. Sometimes you pick up a lot from older books. Heaps of good stuff in this book. Very easy to read.

[Ans]

Great book

[Rediningrum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Membaca versi Indonesianya, Laurie menulis berdasar pendangannya atas hidup seorang Yesus dan apa yang tertulis di Kitab Suci. Membantu memahami teladan hidup Yesus lewat pandangan Laurie tentang apa yang menjadi spiritual hidup seorang Yesus saat Ia berinteraksi, mengalami peristiwa-peristiwa bersama orang-orang yang ada di dekatNya. Membantu kita memahami menjadi seorang yang sungguh "hadir". Tawaran buat seseorang yang ingin menghayati hidupNya dengan bentuk "spiritual ber-blue jeans" yang persis dimiliki Sang Guru. Spiritual untuk mampu beradaptasi memberi nilai bagi diri dan orang lain di mana kita berada.

[Shesh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Curt and I discovered this book in the late '90's and used it for a morning reading/meditation study. We have favorite stories that we re-read and we've each used her stories as an illustration in a sermon or something else where it seemed appropriate. There is a chapter titled "He was a fragrance poured out" and this was our favorite. I used in this year in a sermon. Of course, I always think of my loving and generous Curt for when he was walking this earth in physical form he often left the "scent of God" in whatever room he took leave of. That is how he tried to live his personal life and his business life as well.

[cel de Jesus · Rating 4 out of 5]

a good daily spiritual guide..

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very good book. It presents Jesus as a very down-to-earth being. It is very heartwarming and inspirational.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was in high school when I read this but, it helped me with daily prayer.

[Kelley · Rating 2 out of 5]

The title of this book caught my eye a few years ago. I must say that I was disappointed with the book. There was no wow factor.

[Rhona · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this as a gift and it was a welcome surprise. My copy is dirtied and is a mainstay by my night table.

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a great book to read before bed. Sets you heart on a possitive note.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

A little slow moving, though it the book has some good advice for living a happy life.

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[Hope · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book for personal growth.

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book, will read many times over. Highly recommend!

[Al Kutil · Rating 3 out of 5]

Still reading; can provide a good perspective on spiritual growth if one is unsure about a life situation and how to improve or resolve problems in life.

[Kay-em · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite good. Practical Christianity in action.

[Meleah Allard · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great devotional book. It really helped me to think about Jesus and his choices in different ways. I felt closer to him after reading it.

[roland simarangkir · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sederhana, penuh hal-hal yang tak terpikirkan sebelumnya tapi tetap bermakna dalam.