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The Naked Church: Revised Third Edition |  | Author: Wayne Jacobsen
Publisher: Windblown Media
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Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 203134
Media: Paperback
Edition: 3
Pages: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6
ISBN: 0964729210
EAN: 9780964729216
ASIN: 0964729210
Publication Date: March 15, 1998
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Product Description
The Naked Church examines the loss of intimacy in the religious institutions of modern Christianity and invites the reader to discover an intimate friendship with the Living God.
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Helping to answer questions October 2, 2009
J. Frederick (Denver, CO)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I ran across this book while struggling with the concept of salvation I kept hearing preached. The chapter in this book that talks about salvation puts it back in the framework of relationship, removing the "fire-insurance" framework often taught.
The rest of the book has proven to be as theologically solid and Biblically based.
Feedback on The Naked Church September 9, 2009
M. Whiting (Fillmore, NY United States)
My husband and I have been struggling with the organized church. This book helped us put into perspective what we were feeling and experiencing, helping us to find direction in our confusion. It sorted out questions we were having and gave us direction for our future involvement with church. Also, finding that the desire we have for "more" is not some vague idea we were experiencing. It has substance in a deeper intimacy with our God and can be found on an individual basis. God's love became more real and experiential. Want a deeper walk into the heart of God? We suggest Wayne Jacobsen's book, The Naked Church.
 The Naked Church October 17, 2007
Bonnie L. Locke (Western MD)
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
If one has the courage to read while allowing the spirit of God to "plant" in your spirit you will say many "aha's", you will be saddened re:the evolution of what was begun so gloriously,relationally and with great commitment to a form and fashion that has produced nothing and yet by seeing in black and white, will be encouraged to realize it does not have to be this way. God-help us to be "quite simply" just what you've modeled for us to be. Nothing more-nothing less!
finally, words to how I've felt for so long March 24, 2007
real woman (usa)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I've been a Christian for almost 7 years. Like all people trying to be good Christians I've attended the services, prayer meetings, Wednesday nights, etc. I've wondered why I can't get excited about what's going on at church. I've wondered why I struggle to find God in the midst of all the to-do lists, nursery service, usher duty and fill-in-the-blank Bible studies. I have finally quit going to a lot of it because it left me feeling so empty. I've wondered why there aren't more people around to actually disciple the new believers???
I've felt guilty and like a bad Christian for so long, having been told that my lack of participation and my self-centeredness is why I feel empty and depressed. I finally decided to stop just accepting that answer and go searching for the truth. Here, God has handed me a significant piece of it. If this describes you, know that it's not all your fault, maybe most of it ISN'T your fault. Read this book!!
Incredibly Important Read February 10, 2007
Michjim (michigan)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I don't want to be long winded so I will sum up this review by saying this a significant book for any stage of your walk. It is not just an "anti" book railing against what exists. It asks the important questions about our general disatisfaction and then moves you into extremely practical steps towards increasing your intimacy with the Lord. It does do a great job of forcing us to look at things as they truly are, the use of the Emperor's New Clothes analogy is powerful and extremely pertinent. If you are considering it, get this book and read it.
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