As a young girl, I dreamed of becoming a saint. I ran around our house with a slip on my head, hoping that if I could be good for one day then someday I might be good for more. It didnt quite turn out that way. Fast-forward fifty years and my firstborn has taken pen in hand to invite us into this wondrous life of more. He is a deeper thinker and writer than his mama. Obviously, I am proud. But its more than that. In a time when so many young men are deconstructing the sacred, Addison has leaned into it. I am challenged, corrected, and lifted by Saints: Becoming More Than Christians.
Lisa Bevere , New York Times bestselling author and ridiculously proud mother
All I can say is Wow! I expected an excellent literary work because Addison has excelled in academics all his life. But this Wow speaks to the depth of knowledge, strength of wisdom, and keen insight found in Saints . Get readyyou will be confronted, encouraged, and challenged. Its obvious God has given Addison a voice, one that calls all generations to a higher level of living. As a father and fellow minister, I couldnt be prouder.
John Bevere , bestselling author and cofounder of Messenger International
Addison Bevere has a great mind and a good message. Through Saints , he encourages us to put on our identity as a saint and live in a relationship with Jesus. Saints is an authentic look at what faith can be.
Bob Goff , New York Times bestselling author of Love Does and Everybody, Always
Our lives are missing something as we traverse this world looking for fulfillment. We know that we are made for more than what we see, taste, and touch. In a profound and practical way, Addison Bevere points us to the only answerJesus. Saints is a clarion call to look past ourselves and to the only one who offers us the good life.
Kyle Idleman , senior pastor of Southeast Christian Church and author of Not a Fan and Dont Give Up
Addison has done in Saints what every author endeavors to docombine literary excellence with a truly original message. His writing is rich with new metaphors and creative illustrations, and his fun, often conversational delivery will keep you turning the pages till the end. His ability to mine new language and insight for the church will no doubt empower a generation to become what were made to besaints.
Cory Asbury , artist and songwriter of Reckless Love
I read Addison Beveres new book, Saints , with joy, and I tell you that it is jam-packed with insights about becoming the person God intended you to be. This book will challenge you, test you, possibly offend you at pointsas every good book shouldand cause you to think differently and be different if you act on what you read. Saints is on my list as highly recommended to my friends. Addison is not only a brilliant writer; he also gives us a brilliant message, one that is needed at this moment.
Rick Renner , Bible teacher, author, and founder of Renner Ministries and Moscow Good News Church
Anyone worried about the spiritual health of millennials will be more than reassured by Addison Beveres Saints: Becoming More Than Christians . With depth, humor, wisdom, and insight into Gods Word, Addison more than lives up to the legacy of his faith-filled parents, John and Lisa Bevere. While the word Christian seems to mean a lot of things to a lot of people, Saints calls us back to following our one and only, Jesus Christ.
Chris Hodges , senior pastor of Church of the Highlands and author of The Daniel Dilemma and Whats Next?
I truly believe that Gods plans for each of us are far greater than we could ever ask, hope, or imagine. In Saints: Becoming More Than Christians , Addison will encourage you to stop fighting for victory and start living from the victorious destiny we already have through Jesus.
Christine Caine , bestselling author and founder of A21 and Propel Women
Addison and the entire Bevere family have been close friends and colleagues for some time. I am honored to endorse Addisons new book, Saints . You will be encouraged, surprised, and blessed by his writings. I cannot wait to see where this project will lead and what doors the Lord will open moving forwardthe skys the limit!
Havilah Cunnington , author, minister, and founder of Truth to Table Ministries
As I began reading Saints by Addison Bevere, I realized I was going to have to think more deeply about my relationship with God. This book has a classic feel and needs to be read by everyone who wants to take their life with Christ to another level!
Dennis Rouse , senior pastor of Victory World Church and author of
Addison Bevere has a unique voice in this generation. His new book is a force to be reckoned with in a world that misplaces its identity.
Heather Lindsey , author, speaker, and founder of Pinky Promise
Everything changes when you go through this step-by-step journey of becoming a saint and exploring Gods otherness and what it means for our lives. Whoever reads this book will be transformed in their thinking and reshaped into their true spiritual identity.
Rabbi Brian Bileci , Simchat Yeshua Messianic Fellowship
Sex! Success! Unending cash flow! Okay, so Saints might not be zeroing in on those salable topics, but I think you will be pleasantly surprised with what you find. To be honest, I wondered if this book would feel uberspiritual. You know, the kind that is so heavenly minded it feels no earthly good. I sure was wrong! So treat yourself to a good read. Empower your life with Saints !
Justin Mayo , executive director of RedEye.org and YouthMentor.org
Today, in a world obsessed with the status quo and fleeting vanity, we find ourselves in the middle of a historic identity crisis. Thank you, Addison, for quieting the noise of our culturally imposed, self-focused self-image and echoing what the Scriptures loudly declarewe are saints!
Scott Lindsey , executive director of Faithlife (Logos Bible Software)
In Saints , Addison Bevere brilliantly invites a generation that often reduces Christianity to moral codes or religious rituals into a far more compelling experience of truly knowing and following Christ. The power in his call to live as saints is underscored by the authenticity of his own intense pursuit of God and passion for truth. Im honored to call him a friend and grateful for this important message.
Dominic Russo , founder of 1Nation1Dayand Missions.Me
With fresh illustrations and biblical insights, Addison opens our eyes to the thrill of being transformed by God. Read Saints cover to cover for your sake and because our generation desperately needs to see Jesus in us!
David Perkins , lead pastor of Radiant Church
2020 by Addison D. Bevere
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