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Church Clothes: Why Your Heart Is Your Sunday Best
HOLINESS ISN'T JUST WHAT YOU SEE ON SUNDAYS.
“I see you over there worshiping but, you know, you’re going to have to get that piercing out of your eyebrow.” —CHURCHGOER
The Bible says God looks at the heart (1 Sam. 16:7) and we are called to do the same. But there are still Christians who look at the piercings, clothes, and tattoos of people before even looking at their hearts. Not only do their relationships suffer, but their churches do too, as attendance declines and a culture of appearance-based morality creeps in.
Apostle Matthew L. Stevenson III exposes the traditions that root us in religiosity and prevent us from spreading the good news. Learn how to:
Avoid judging others based on their appearances
Extend the grace God has so richly extended to us
Recognize the difference between judgment and discernment
Demonstrate the Gospel in a way that draws others to Jesus
Known for reaching people from all walks of life, Stevenson dives into the Word of God and unpacks what it really means to be holy.
“I see you over there worshiping but, you know, you’re going to have to get that piercing out of your eyebrow.” —CHURCHGOER
The Bible says God looks at the heart (1 Sam. 16:7) and we are called to do the same. But there are still Christians who look at the piercings, clothes, and tattoos of people before even looking at their hearts. Not only do their relationships suffer, but their churches do too, as attendance declines and a culture of appearance-based morality creeps in.
Apostle Matthew L. Stevenson III exposes the traditions that root us in religiosity and prevent us from spreading the good news. Learn how to:
Avoid judging others based on their appearances
Extend the grace God has so richly extended to us
Recognize the difference between judgment and discernment
Demonstrate the Gospel in a way that draws others to Jesus
Known for reaching people from all walks of life, Stevenson dives into the Word of God and unpacks what it really means to be holy.
128 pages, Paperback
Published May 28, 2019
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December 4, 2019
The book will have you unlearn some old traditional religious habits that wasn't biblical doctrine. Must read!
This book will help you unlearn some old traditional religious habits that wasn't biblical doctrine. Must read! Trust me you will not be disappointed.
This book will help you unlearn some old traditional religious habits that wasn't biblical doctrine. Must read! Trust me you will not be disappointed.
March 6, 2020
Beautifully well-written book
I thoroughly enjoy the insight of Dr. Matthew L. Stevenson regarding the issues on how appearance in church held more value of importance than the Word of God.
I thoroughly enjoy the insight of Dr. Matthew L. Stevenson regarding the issues on how appearance in church held more value of importance than the Word of God.
October 28, 2024
The power of Holiness found in sōzō, explained. Take hold of it and reign! #HolinessIsStillRight #HealWell
August 9, 2019
MAN, O MAN!!!! TYPICAL STEVENSON FASHION!!!!
IN 120 PAGES, HE JUST LAYS YOU OUT WITH KNOWLEDGE, WISDOM, CORRECTION, LOVE, AND REFLECTION. SO MUCH TO TAKE AWAY & LEARN BUT ALL VALID POINTS THAT ARE DOCTRINALLY SUPPORTED AND TRANSFORMATIVE IN NATURE!!!!! THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK😫🙌🏽
HE JUST WAS ANOINTED TO BLOW OUR MINDS, MY GOD! HE TRULY DISSECTED RELIGION VERSUS RELATIONSHIP THROUGH THE LENS OF GRACE!
He broke down how legalism and judgement can hinder and prohibit us from living a true life thats pleasing to God. He touched on various scriptures and references and debunked some church or Christian cliches that are not doctrinally supported and statements that sound good with experience and scripture. He further underscored the importance of acceptance, love, patience, and God's nature. He reminded us the importance of loving without walls and not allowing ourselves to get caught up in demonic doctrine as well as breaking down the warfare against the devil and devils.
Yet another iteration of Stevenson doing his this and demolishing your thinking and offending your belief system to encourage you to change. FIRST BOOK I READ WHERE I COULD LITERALLY FEEL THE ANOINTING WITHIN THE PAGES AND THE PRESENCE OF GOD SHIFTING THINGS AROUND.
He even spoke on the spirit versus soul discussion and grace versus works in correlation to the Christiam faith. Great insight, reflection, and ultimately - a short, thought provoking, insightful, and powerful read. Would definitely recommend for folks that are trying to be freed from legalism and learn to love more freely and be less judgemental of people and distracted by outward appearance. Definitely will change and challenge both your heart and mind posture for the better.
CHECK IT OUT!!!!!
IN 120 PAGES, HE JUST LAYS YOU OUT WITH KNOWLEDGE, WISDOM, CORRECTION, LOVE, AND REFLECTION. SO MUCH TO TAKE AWAY & LEARN BUT ALL VALID POINTS THAT ARE DOCTRINALLY SUPPORTED AND TRANSFORMATIVE IN NATURE!!!!! THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK😫🙌🏽
HE JUST WAS ANOINTED TO BLOW OUR MINDS, MY GOD! HE TRULY DISSECTED RELIGION VERSUS RELATIONSHIP THROUGH THE LENS OF GRACE!
He broke down how legalism and judgement can hinder and prohibit us from living a true life thats pleasing to God. He touched on various scriptures and references and debunked some church or Christian cliches that are not doctrinally supported and statements that sound good with experience and scripture. He further underscored the importance of acceptance, love, patience, and God's nature. He reminded us the importance of loving without walls and not allowing ourselves to get caught up in demonic doctrine as well as breaking down the warfare against the devil and devils.
Yet another iteration of Stevenson doing his this and demolishing your thinking and offending your belief system to encourage you to change. FIRST BOOK I READ WHERE I COULD LITERALLY FEEL THE ANOINTING WITHIN THE PAGES AND THE PRESENCE OF GOD SHIFTING THINGS AROUND.
He even spoke on the spirit versus soul discussion and grace versus works in correlation to the Christiam faith. Great insight, reflection, and ultimately - a short, thought provoking, insightful, and powerful read. Would definitely recommend for folks that are trying to be freed from legalism and learn to love more freely and be less judgemental of people and distracted by outward appearance. Definitely will change and challenge both your heart and mind posture for the better.
CHECK IT OUT!!!!!
June 1, 2019
I don't know where to start with this review. This book is EXCELLENT!!!! It is small but full of power. Now I will say it is not a light read because Dr. Stevenson comes for every devil that has been allowed to be operation in many churches for YEARS leaving her powerless and ineffective. This book should be studied and constantly referenced through ones spiritual life just to keep yourself grounded and remember what TRUE holiness is all about. It's a heart posture and NOT what you present to others on the outside. I think this should be a required reading for anyone going through deliverance training and even for new converts and those who rededicating their lives to Christ so that they know that not only is this a process but also what it looks like.
Finally, do not read this book thinking this is for someone else. THIS IS FOR EVERYBODY believer and non-believer alike. Believers who are not convicted by something discussed in this book do not have the heart of God. Yep, I said it! You will find yourself somewhere in this book. READ IT!!!
Finally, do not read this book thinking this is for someone else. THIS IS FOR EVERYBODY believer and non-believer alike. Believers who are not convicted by something discussed in this book do not have the heart of God. Yep, I said it! You will find yourself somewhere in this book. READ IT!!!
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