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Not a Fan
If Jesus were to sit down with you right now and have a DTR (Define the Relationship) conversation, how would you respond? In Not a Fan Student Edition, bestselling author Kyle Idleman challenges you to go beyond fandom into a true follower relationship with Jesus.
If someone asked, "Are you a fan of Jesus?", how would you answer? You attend every movie featuring a certain actor, you know the stats of your sports hero, and you can recite lyrics from your favorite songs. That's a fan. But are you treating Jesus the same as the other people you admire?
The truth is Jesus wants more than the church attendance, occasional prayer, and the ability to recite Scripture--the fan response. He's looking for people who are actually willing to sacrifice in order to follow him. In this student edition of Not a Fan, Kyle Idleman uses humor, personal stories, and biblical truth as he challenges you to look at what it means to call yourself a Christian and follow the radical call Jesus presents. So, will you be a fan, or a follower?
Many of today's students know about Jesus--a teacher who traveled around the Jewish countryside giving sermons, healing diseases, and casting out demons, before finally dying on the cross to save humanity. Some may even believe Jesus died for their sins. But for many students, their relationship with Christ is similar to the feelings they have for their favorite band--they know the facts, know the greatest hits, and may have the gear that shows their loyalty. In short, they're fans of Jesus. But is that enough?
Similar to the adult book, Not a Student Edition includes funny stories, personal reflections, and deep, biblical content, calling teenagers to live the way Jesus lived, love the way he loved, pray the way he prayed, and never give up living for the one who gave his all for them.
If someone asked, "Are you a fan of Jesus?", how would you answer? You attend every movie featuring a certain actor, you know the stats of your sports hero, and you can recite lyrics from your favorite songs. That's a fan. But are you treating Jesus the same as the other people you admire?
The truth is Jesus wants more than the church attendance, occasional prayer, and the ability to recite Scripture--the fan response. He's looking for people who are actually willing to sacrifice in order to follow him. In this student edition of Not a Fan, Kyle Idleman uses humor, personal stories, and biblical truth as he challenges you to look at what it means to call yourself a Christian and follow the radical call Jesus presents. So, will you be a fan, or a follower?
Many of today's students know about Jesus--a teacher who traveled around the Jewish countryside giving sermons, healing diseases, and casting out demons, before finally dying on the cross to save humanity. Some may even believe Jesus died for their sins. But for many students, their relationship with Christ is similar to the feelings they have for their favorite band--they know the facts, know the greatest hits, and may have the gear that shows their loyalty. In short, they're fans of Jesus. But is that enough?
Similar to the adult book, Not a Student Edition includes funny stories, personal reflections, and deep, biblical content, calling teenagers to live the way Jesus lived, love the way he loved, pray the way he prayed, and never give up living for the one who gave his all for them.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 9, 2013
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About the author
Kyle Idleman
78 books627 followersKyle Idleman is the teaching pastor at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, the fifth largest church in America. The bestselling author of the award-winning book Not a Fan and AHA is a frequent speaker at conferences and events around the world. Kyle and his wife, DesiRae, have four children.
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January 11, 2021
This is a must read for every Christian!
Even serious Christians must read it. It will take your faith to another level.
Take your highlighter ready. You need to highlight frequently. Life changing teachings.
Even serious Christians must read it. It will take your faith to another level.
Take your highlighter ready. You need to highlight frequently. Life changing teachings.
March 5, 2018
Food for Youth ministry
Great illustration; really helpful in helping the youth last for Christ and not make an emotional decision; great use of scripture and making the call of discipleship very clear
Great illustration; really helpful in helping the youth last for Christ and not make an emotional decision; great use of scripture and making the call of discipleship very clear
February 1, 2020
Welcomed Conviction!
This book elevated my faith to whole new level. Idleman convicts Christians to stand up and truly follow Jesus. He does this by looking at examples in the Bible where Jesus calls us to move.
This book elevated my faith to whole new level. Idleman convicts Christians to stand up and truly follow Jesus. He does this by looking at examples in the Bible where Jesus calls us to move.
November 21, 2021
Enjoyable, relatable
I've loved all versions of this book. There are relatable stories and ultimately it changes your thinking and pushes you to make different decisions to live a life more centered on Christ
I've loved all versions of this book. There are relatable stories and ultimately it changes your thinking and pushes you to make different decisions to live a life more centered on Christ
August 2, 2025
Good Read
Overall, Great Book! The author gave many different examples and scenarios to be able to capture a variety of perspectives. If you are trying to get more serious about your spiritual life, this is a good book to add.
Overall, Great Book! The author gave many different examples and scenarios to be able to capture a variety of perspectives. If you are trying to get more serious about your spiritual life, this is a good book to add.
August 12, 2024
Challenging in the best way.
March 21, 2017
A must read!
Easy to read and full of scripture based teaching that will help you be an all out follower of Jesus! No turning back!
Easy to read and full of scripture based teaching that will help you be an all out follower of Jesus! No turning back!
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