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This Changes Everything: Unleashing the Power of the Resurrection in Your Life
He is risen! Now what? How does the resurrection of Jesus impact my everyday life, and why should I care?Pastor Ray Johnston provides a resource for individuals and communities who want to explore the implications of the Resurrection on Christianlife. This Changes Everything explores thirty practical ways Christ?s victory over the grave changed the lives of early believers and can transform us today.This resource has been given to thousands of new Christians at Bayside Church wherethe author is the founding pastor. While not primarily an apologetics text, This Changes Everything provides helpful apologetics resources while speaking practically about the impact of the resurrection of Jesus in ordinary life.Let your whole life declare, "He is risen, indeed!"
158 pages, Paperback
First published June 10, 2011
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September 20, 2026
⛰ What It's About
This Changes Everything is a quick but thought-provoking read about how the resurrection of Christ applies to our everyday lives. There is no doubt that the resurrection emphasizes the forgiveness of our sins and demonstrates Christ’s deep love for us, but the message of the resurrection reaches far beyond these truths. It challenges us to see how the resurrection changes the way we live, think, and understand our relationship with Christ.
🔍 How I Discovered It
Given to me by church! :)
🧠 Thoughts
I really appreciated how this book is organized. It presents 32 different reasons, ways, and perspectives for looking at the resurrection and understanding how it applies to our everyday lives. I especially liked that the chapters can be read at your own pace—either one per day or one per week. Each chapter ends with a few reflection questions or guided prayers, which provide an opportunity to slow down and think more deeply about what was discussed.
I also appreciated the shortness of the book. Since each chapter is only about one to five pages, it makes This Changes Everything an easy and accessible read. However, I did find that the information can sometimes feel condensed, especially for someone who is just beginning their walk with Christ. Because of this, I would recommend the book to someone who is a little further along in their spiritual journey and already has some familiarity with the Christian faith.
For someone who is newer to their faith—or simply curious about Christianity—I would recommend taking more time with each chapter rather than rushing through the book. Spending a week reflecting on each chapter and pairing the discussion with related Bible passages could help provide more context and allow the ideas in the book to sink in more deeply.
I can also see this being a book I return to at different points in my life. Whenever I need to turn my attention back to the resurrection or take time to reflect on its meaning, I think this would be a helpful book to revisit—especially during the Easter season.
🥰 Who Would Like It?
Someone who needs a reminder of the power of the resurrection.
✨Favorite Quotes
"The problem with fear is this: Fear paralyzes. Fear is a self imposed prison where confidence and hope are locked out, and fear and anxiety are locked in. Fear will keep you from discovering God's vision for your life and from experiencing the best years of your life."
"Someone has said that the average person is crucifying himself between two thieves: the regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow" - Warren Wiersbe
"Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God."
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This Changes Everything is a quick but thought-provoking read about how the resurrection of Christ applies to our everyday lives. There is no doubt that the resurrection emphasizes the forgiveness of our sins and demonstrates Christ’s deep love for us, but the message of the resurrection reaches far beyond these truths. It challenges us to see how the resurrection changes the way we live, think, and understand our relationship with Christ.
🔍 How I Discovered It
Given to me by church! :)
🧠 Thoughts
I really appreciated how this book is organized. It presents 32 different reasons, ways, and perspectives for looking at the resurrection and understanding how it applies to our everyday lives. I especially liked that the chapters can be read at your own pace—either one per day or one per week. Each chapter ends with a few reflection questions or guided prayers, which provide an opportunity to slow down and think more deeply about what was discussed.
I also appreciated the shortness of the book. Since each chapter is only about one to five pages, it makes This Changes Everything an easy and accessible read. However, I did find that the information can sometimes feel condensed, especially for someone who is just beginning their walk with Christ. Because of this, I would recommend the book to someone who is a little further along in their spiritual journey and already has some familiarity with the Christian faith.
For someone who is newer to their faith—or simply curious about Christianity—I would recommend taking more time with each chapter rather than rushing through the book. Spending a week reflecting on each chapter and pairing the discussion with related Bible passages could help provide more context and allow the ideas in the book to sink in more deeply.
I can also see this being a book I return to at different points in my life. Whenever I need to turn my attention back to the resurrection or take time to reflect on its meaning, I think this would be a helpful book to revisit—especially during the Easter season.
🥰 Who Would Like It?
Someone who needs a reminder of the power of the resurrection.
✨Favorite Quotes
"The problem with fear is this: Fear paralyzes. Fear is a self imposed prison where confidence and hope are locked out, and fear and anxiety are locked in. Fear will keep you from discovering God's vision for your life and from experiencing the best years of your life."
"Someone has said that the average person is crucifying himself between two thieves: the regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow" - Warren Wiersbe
"Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God."
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Crazy Love by Francis Chan <3
December 16, 2017
This is a great book! Ray encourages the reader to grab hold of the life God promises us because of Jesus' resurrection. You can read it in a day or use it as a daily devotional.
December 29, 2015
A quick, powerful read. This book reminds the reader of the power of God and how He works in your life.
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