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Untouchables: Honest Conversations About Subjects We Would Rather Not Discuss
#1 Amazon Best-Seller in Evangelism!Equip yourself with practical and profound Christian responses to every “untouchable” topic.There are some things we would rather not talk about. There are issues we are unwilling to discuss. We consider them “off-limits,” and when they come up, we try to change the subject as quickly as
Untouchable Topics Absolute truth and HolinessHeaven and hell and PoliticsMiracles and PurityRepentance and GenerosityRace and Gay marriageBut we live in a world that is too full of difficult challenges and controversial issues for us to refuse to engage.
The Scriptures were given so that Christians could be “thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:17 NIV). One of those “good works” is the ability to show a sincere inquirer that God has provided wise answers and reliable guidance not only for how to get to heaven, but also for how to respond and live effectively in this confused generation.
In Untouchables, Jack Hilligoss demonstrates how God’s Word never hides from any subject but, rather, handles these sensitive and intimidating topics with grace and truth.
Pick up a copy of Untouchables today and equip yourself for evangelism!
Untouchable Topics Absolute truth and HolinessHeaven and hell and PoliticsMiracles and PurityRepentance and GenerosityRace and Gay marriageBut we live in a world that is too full of difficult challenges and controversial issues for us to refuse to engage.
The Scriptures were given so that Christians could be “thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:17 NIV). One of those “good works” is the ability to show a sincere inquirer that God has provided wise answers and reliable guidance not only for how to get to heaven, but also for how to respond and live effectively in this confused generation.
In Untouchables, Jack Hilligoss demonstrates how God’s Word never hides from any subject but, rather, handles these sensitive and intimidating topics with grace and truth.
Pick up a copy of Untouchables today and equip yourself for evangelism!
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First published September 29, 2015
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July 24, 2016
Untouchables: Honest Conversations About Subjects We Would Rather Not Discuss by Jack Hilligoss
Before I read this book, I had never heard of Jack Hilligoss. I don’t know anything about his stands or teaching but what I read here. We are always to read carefully what people say about the Bible. Most of this book was very good, but… there were a few things that made me read more cautiously. I found his jumping back and forth between Bible versions annoying. The NIV was his favorite.
His quoting Eugene Peterson is troubling. He is writing well after Peterson has put his disrespect for God’s Word on full display.
I would have to say I don’t agree with much of chapter three the one on miracles. While I’m not a complete Cessationist, I do believe that miracles are not an everyday occurrence. I was left with the feeling that he believes, if we can just manufacture an expectant atmosphere and get along with other Christians, miracles will become common. Did Moses have good fellowship with his ’congregation’? Was Samson living a godly life? Was Paul doubting God’s power to free or heal him? Did Peter expect to be freed? (Acts 12:7-9) I would say instead miracles occur at God’s timing for His purpose and for His glory. Yes, God uses us more as we are submitted and obedient, but miracles are not promised, or they wouldn’t be miracles. Perhaps he is influenced by the Charismatic movement? That would explain a blip in chapter two as well.
Chapter 7, about purity, was a bit too detailed. I think there would have been more delicate ways to handle it. Maybe more scripture and fewer examples?
The chapter on Heaven was amazing. It was so encouraging. I highlighted and shared quite a bit of that chapter actually. That one was well worth reading. That chapter is the reason I even gave it two stars.
The majority was very good, but there are books that don’t need so much sifting to get to the good parts.
Before I read this book, I had never heard of Jack Hilligoss. I don’t know anything about his stands or teaching but what I read here. We are always to read carefully what people say about the Bible. Most of this book was very good, but… there were a few things that made me read more cautiously. I found his jumping back and forth between Bible versions annoying. The NIV was his favorite.
His quoting Eugene Peterson is troubling. He is writing well after Peterson has put his disrespect for God’s Word on full display.
I would have to say I don’t agree with much of chapter three the one on miracles. While I’m not a complete Cessationist, I do believe that miracles are not an everyday occurrence. I was left with the feeling that he believes, if we can just manufacture an expectant atmosphere and get along with other Christians, miracles will become common. Did Moses have good fellowship with his ’congregation’? Was Samson living a godly life? Was Paul doubting God’s power to free or heal him? Did Peter expect to be freed? (Acts 12:7-9) I would say instead miracles occur at God’s timing for His purpose and for His glory. Yes, God uses us more as we are submitted and obedient, but miracles are not promised, or they wouldn’t be miracles. Perhaps he is influenced by the Charismatic movement? That would explain a blip in chapter two as well.
Chapter 7, about purity, was a bit too detailed. I think there would have been more delicate ways to handle it. Maybe more scripture and fewer examples?
The chapter on Heaven was amazing. It was so encouraging. I highlighted and shared quite a bit of that chapter actually. That one was well worth reading. That chapter is the reason I even gave it two stars.
The majority was very good, but there are books that don’t need so much sifting to get to the good parts.
May 30, 2017
Short read but well written
Love the honesty and directness of this essay. Certainly addressing things that are often avoided in main stream culture today.
Love the honesty and directness of this essay. Certainly addressing things that are often avoided in main stream culture today.
March 7, 2017
I appreciate that Pastor Hilligoss stands for Biblical truth in this engaging, easy-to-read book. He tackles subjects that some Christians shy away from or take issue with, topics like absolute truth, sexual purity, race, gay marriage, holiness, heaven and hell. Unlike many today, the author allows no ambiguity: the Bible is the Word of God, and what it says about sin and holiness is absolute truth. I liked everything he said, but I wish he would have covered what I consider the most serious issue of our day: abortion. All the other issues he addresses are critically important, but we need an honest conversation from a Biblical perspective about abortion.
February 9, 2016
I through the beginning of this book was well within the spirit of the title, but the last half was extremely disappointing. In the chapter about Sexual Purity he didn't address pornography or masturbation. In the chapter about Gay Marriage, the issue was oversimplified.
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