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Customer Reviews for Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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Customer Reviews for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
Review 1 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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Wonderful
Date:April 20, 2013
Sharpie
Age:45-54
Gender:male
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This is a wonderful book. It challenges your ideas, your Christianity. It pushes the boundaries of how we live and how we believe.
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Review 2 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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What it means to follow Jesus
Date:April 11, 2013
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This third of David Platt's books continues the theme began in "Radical" of what it means to truly be a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. Though a bit more lengthy than his earlier books, it is written to be read quickly but digested slowly. Platt writes as he speaks, plainly and compellingly. He is clear from the beginning that "following Jesus" means much more than just "making a decision" or "saying the sinner's prayer." It involves an investment of one's entire being and all of one's resources. He challenges the reader to consider whether or not they are really disciples of Christ if they are not actively making disciples of others. That is our purpose! His charge flies in the face of "contemporary Christianity," which is characterized by a "spectator mentality" of comfort and ease. Platt urges readers to break that mold and to become active in fulfilling the great purpose to which God has called His people, making disciples of all the people groups on the planet. He offers suggestions for getting started near the end of the book. The personal (and at times humorous) stories he shares of his own family help to flesh out the practical nature of his premise. Platt is "radical" in his thinking and vision-casting, but only to those who are unaware of or choose to ignore the biblical call. The Great Commission was not just for the first-century church. It is for all followers of Christ today. "Follow Me" is intended to encourage those who are genuinely following their Lord, as well as to prod those who are not. Get this book. Read it carefully, and share it with others.
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Review 3 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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Date:March 22, 2013
Woody
Location:LaFayette, Al
Age:55-65
Gender:male
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Challenging read. David Platt always gets to the core of issues that wake up the sleeping heart.
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Review 4 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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Excellent book
Date:March 20, 2013
Thatsmrb2u
Location:North Chili, NY
Age:45-54
Gender:male
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This was a great book, an easy read, a wake up call to all! David Platt shines a light on what it really means to follow Christ, I would definitely recommend reading it!
As Christians we are called to go into the world and make disciples of men, but most are lucky if they are even being a good example living as a Christian.
We must use every moment of our lives and every opportunity that we have to be that light, share our story, share our love, and present the Gospel to others! Simple as that! You were called for a reason, now lets change the world!
As Christians we are called to go into the world and make disciples of men, but most are lucky if they are even being a good example living as a Christian.
We must use every moment of our lives and every opportunity that we have to be that light, share our story, share our love, and present the Gospel to others! Simple as that! You were called for a reason, now lets change the world!
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Review 5 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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In response to Scott Snyder's review
Date:March 16, 2013
Trey
Location:Greenville, SC
Age:25-34
Gender:male
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One of the first reviews below is by Scott Snyder, in which he states that after reading the book, he felt Platt almost laid a guilt trip on those who were not quitting their job and leaving for overseas missions (his review is positive, however).
This area is actually addressed in the book, in which Platt clearly states that overseas missions may not be the calling for every single member of the body of Christ. In fact, Snyder's own argument is found in the book so I'm not sure how he missed it. Platt discusses the importance of focusing on the Great Commission at home as well, since local areas are contained inside "all nations". Platt argues, at length, for the importance of supporting overseas missions; not everyone may go to another country, but it must be a major focus that we support.
'Follow Me' is a fantastic read and is a great reminder of the undeserved call that we have received from our Lord. The calling of Christ, to take part in His joy and will is something we should cherish and not take lightly. The question is not merely "Are you going overseas?" but "Are you focused on making disciples"? The first question has no major implications regarding our sincerity in faith; the answer to the second question will reveal much about our faith. If we are truly followers of Christ, and His will and commandment is to make disciples, then clearly this focus will be evident in our hearts and lives.
Highly recommended book for new believers. Long-time followers of Christ will cherish this poignant reminder of the mission of God and the call to take part in said mission.
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Review 6 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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Great book hard core truth
Date:March 13, 2013
Toeknee
Location:El Dorado, Arkansas
Age:25-34
Gender:male
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This book is amazing so jam packed with truth that has long gone without talking about. It challenges reader to follow Christ in a real way not just walk an isle or check a box or repeat a prayer. The Gospel bids us come and die not chase the American dream. This book is a great read David is real and straight fwd but loving and humorous in is style. He poses questions and then backs up everything with scripture. Pick this book up you won't be disappointed.
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Review 7 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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I find this book very encouraging.
Date:March 7, 2013
Judy Williams
Location:Hood River, OR
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
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I'm not finished with this book yet but it has met my expectation so far & is challenging me to commit myself more fully to sharing God's Word & making disciples.
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Review 8 for Follow Me: A Call to Die. A Call to Live. - eBook
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Great book - however...
Date:February 28, 2013
Scott Snyder
Location:Va
Age:55-65
Gender:male
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Great book on carrying the message. This is the third book of David Platt's I have read. He certainly stresses the importance of taking the gospel to other nations. The great comission is still just as much a command for us as it was for the early disciples. However this book leaves you with the impression that if you don't quit your job and move overseas or relocate into an inner city environment that you are a poor example of a Christian. I would point out the following:
In the book of Acts Christianity first began spreading with the persecution following Stephen's death ACTS 8:1-2. The apostles however remained in Jerusalem. Paul then has his conversion and later begins his missionary journeys establishing churches through out the eastern Mediterranian.
While a number of converts to Christianity in the early history of the church left on missionary journeys a larger number remained in the cities they were converted in. Otherwise there would have been no local churches and no places for Paul to have sent the letters he wrote to. I think we can assume that not all of David Platt's congregation quit their jobs and moved to other countries otherwise he would not be pastoring a church in Birmingham.
I don't think the problem with Christianity in America is that we aren't sending enough missionairies overseas or to the inner city although those are both worthwhile missions that some people are called to. I suspect more of us though are called to service in our local church in some capacity. I think the question is what are we doing where God has put us to advance the kingdom of God. Are we living in a way that shows people what the gospel looks like?
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