Description: unChristian What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity...and Why It Matters by David Kinnaman, Gabe Lyons, George Barna Based on groundbreaking Barna Group research, unChristian uncovers the negative perceptions young people have of Christianity and explores what can be done to reverse them. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Christianity has an image problem. Christians are supposed to represent Christ to the world. But according to the latest report card, something has gone terribly wrong. Using descriptions like "hypocritical," "insensitive," and "judgmental," young Americans share their impression of Christians thats nothing short of ...unChristian. Groundbreaking research into the perceptions of people aged 16-29 reveals that Christians have taken several giant steps backward in one of their most important assignments. The surprising details of the study, commissioned by the Fermi Project and conducted by The Barna Group, are presented with uncompromising honesty in unChristian. Find out why these negative perceptions exist, learn how to reverse them in a Christlike manner, and discover practical examples of how Christians can positively contribute to culture. Back Cover Christianity has an image problem. Christians are supposed to represent Christ to the world. But according to the latest report card, something has gone terribly wrong. Using descriptions like "hypocritical," "insensitive," and "judgmental," young Americans share an impression of Christians thats nothing short of . . . unChristian.Groundbreaking research into the perceptions of sixteen- to twenty-nine-year-olds reveals that Christians have taken several giant steps backward in one of their most important assignments. The surprising details of the study, commissioned by Q and conducted by The Barna Group, are presented with uncompromising honesty in unChristian .Find out why these negative perceptions exist, learn how to reverse them in a Christlike manner, and discover practical examples of how Christians can positively contribute to culture. "This is a wonderful, thoughtful book that conveys difficult truths in a spirit of humility. Every Christian should read this, and it will likely influence the church for years to come."-- Publishers Weekly , starred review"An engaging, challenging, and morally compelling study."-- Library Journal "Essential reading for all Christian leaders."-- CBA Retailers David Kinnaman is coauthor of unChristian , You Lost Me , and Good Faith. He is president of Barna Group, a leading research and communications company that works with churches, nonprofits, and businesses ranging from film studios to financial services. Since 1995, David has directed interviews with more than one million individuals and overseen hundreds of U.S. and global research studies. He and his wife live in California with their three children. Gabe Lyons is the founder of Q--a learning community that mobilizes Christians to advance the common good in society--and author of The Next Christians: Seven Ways You Can Live the Gospel and Restore the World . His work represents the perspectives of a new generation of Christians and has been featured by CNN, the New York Times , Fox News , and USA Today . Gabe, his wife, Rebekah, and their three children reside in Manhattan, New York. Author Biography David Kinnaman is the author of You Lost Me and president of The Barna Group, which provides research and resources that facilitate spiritual transformation in peoples lives. Since joining Barna in 1995, David has designed and analysed nearly five hundred studies for a variety of churches, non profit organisations and corporations. Gabe Lyons is the author of The Next Christians: The Good News About the End of Christian America and the founder of Q-a learning community that mobilises Christians to advance the common good in society. Prior to launching Q, Gabe co-founded Catalyst, a national gathering of young leaders. His work represents the perspectives of a new generation of Christians and has been featured by CNN, the New York Times, Fox News, and USA Today. Long Description Christianity has an image problem. Christians are supposed to represent Christ to the world. But according to the latest report card, something has gone terribly wrong. Using descriptions like "hypocritical," "insensitive," and "judgmental," young Americans share an impression of Christians thats nothing short of . . . unChristian .Groundbreaking research into the perceptions of people aged 16-29 reveals that Christians have taken several giant steps backward in one of their most important assignments. The surprising details of the study, commissioned by the Fermi Project and conducted by The Barna Group, are presented with uncompromising honesty in unChristian . Find out why these negative perceptions exist, learn how to reverse them in a Christlike manner, and discover practical examples of how Christians can positively contribute to culture.Now available in trade paper. Details ISBN0801072719 Author George Barna Short Title UNCHRISTIAN Language English ISBN-10 0801072719 ISBN-13 9780801072710 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Residence Ventura Birth 1973 Year 2012 Imprint Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group Place of Publication Ada, MI Country of Publication United States Subtitle What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity...and Why It Matters UK Release Date 2012-04-01 AU Release Date 2012-04-01 NZ Release Date 2012-04-01 US Release Date 2012-04-01 Pages 254 Publisher Baker Publishing Group Publication Date 2012-04-01 DEWEY 230 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97316521;
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Book Title: Unchristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity...And Why It Matters
Item Height: 216mm
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Author: David Kinnaman, Gabe Lyons
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Christianity
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Publication Year: 2012
Item Weight: 363g
Number of Pages: 254 Pages
