What do you think?
Rate this book
Jesus Is Better: The God Who Likes and Enjoys You
What if God Is Better Than You Imagined? Do you find yourself doubting God and weary of religion? Are you tired of the confusing answers, the hypocrisy, and the feeling that God isn't enough? If so, you're not alone. Like many believers, author and pastor Zach Maldonado experienced the same disappointment with Christianity. He asked questions-about God, about Jesus, about himself-that he didn't have answers for. Yet, despite all this, something sparked his passion for Jesus and compelled him to devote his life to sharing a simple message. This message is not dead theology. It's not rule-keeping or a pep talk to be more radical. Instead, it's an invitation to a relationship that's free from to-do lists, shame, and legalism. Jesus Is Better offers answers to the most difficult questions about Christianity, as well as hope for the weary believer, the distant skeptic, and those who desire to leave religion behind and embrace the God who not only loves them without condition, but actually likes and enjoys who they are. Through it you'll rediscover Jesus in a fresh new way that will completely change your life.
222 pages, Paperback
Published July 13, 2021
About the author
Zach Maldonado
3 books8 followersZach Maldonado is happily married to his wife Grace. And they, along with their pug Horace, live in Lubbock, Texas. Zach is currently a Doctor of Ministry in Apologetics and Theology student at Liberty University. He is also the author of, The Cross Worked., Perfect and Forgiven, and Jesus Is Better. He speaks at churches and events all over the United States and has a passion to proclaim the new covenant message of God’s grace.
He holds a Master of Arts in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. You can connect personally with Zach on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook (@ZachMaldo). If you have a question or just want to chat, you can email me at: Zach@ZachMaldonado.com
He holds a Master of Arts in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. You can connect personally with Zach on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook (@ZachMaldo). If you have a question or just want to chat, you can email me at: Zach@ZachMaldonado.com
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 27 of 27 reviews
July 17, 2021
The heart of Christianity is Jesus Christ and his teachings. For Christ believers, faith in him can deteriorate due to many circumstances in life. Zach Maldonado's 'Jesus Is Better' calls back people to their belief in Jesus. As his love will never dry up and he is there for anyone. The book mainly addresses this and also sneaks into the qualms on Christianity and faith. Also, the author had summoned up his life occasions on how Jesus had touched and enacted. Because of all these, the book intensifies how one's disbelief can turn into a strong bond with Christ.
Religious domains play a significant role in any believer's life. So, I feel this book is for those who want to know more about Jesus and his love. The book gives me a pleasant reading and my morality in Jesus again replenished more and more.
Religious domains play a significant role in any believer's life. So, I feel this book is for those who want to know more about Jesus and his love. The book gives me a pleasant reading and my morality in Jesus again replenished more and more.
July 24, 2021
“Jesus is Better: The God Who Likes and Enjoys You” is a compelling and inspiring book written by Zach Maldonado. In it, its author does something I am sure many of us have done frequently: to look for an explanation to the problems and pains we face in our everyday lives and to question religion, especially Christianity. He approaches this topic rejecting death theology and engaging those who are disappointed with or dubious about religion with insightful reflections. From there, he tries to build a more optimistic and loving vision of God and life.
I really loved this book. I found it very sensible and I felt that it reflected what I have always thought about religion and doctrines. God is not an entity that wants to punish us but a force that motivates us to be happy and live our lives to the fullest, no matter our religious beliefs or faith.
I really loved this book. I found it very sensible and I felt that it reflected what I have always thought about religion and doctrines. God is not an entity that wants to punish us but a force that motivates us to be happy and live our lives to the fullest, no matter our religious beliefs or faith.
July 25, 2021
Insightful!
In “Jesus is Better” by Zach Maldonado, I remembered some of the things my grandmother used to tell me about God and how he can affect our lives. I was like Mr. Maldonado and questioned things about my religion. I feel as if the book is geared towards helping the reader get closer to God. The advice is good and inspiring, and offers the reader the opportunity to come face to face with some hard questions that need to be answered. The overall message may seem simple on the outset, but getting to the heart of the matter is different for everyone and should not be rushed. I understood that as well. I enjoyed this book and was given things to think about that I had not thought about in my youth. It is never too late to start, so I will now. I would recommend this book to anyone who is a bit lost and just wants to find some answers.
In “Jesus is Better” by Zach Maldonado, I remembered some of the things my grandmother used to tell me about God and how he can affect our lives. I was like Mr. Maldonado and questioned things about my religion. I feel as if the book is geared towards helping the reader get closer to God. The advice is good and inspiring, and offers the reader the opportunity to come face to face with some hard questions that need to be answered. The overall message may seem simple on the outset, but getting to the heart of the matter is different for everyone and should not be rushed. I understood that as well. I enjoyed this book and was given things to think about that I had not thought about in my youth. It is never too late to start, so I will now. I would recommend this book to anyone who is a bit lost and just wants to find some answers.
July 26, 2021
Zach Maldonado is a pastor that, as many out there, experienced a huge disappointment with Christianity. He was confused and decided to ask the hardest questions about God, Christianity or religion and after all that, something sparked his passion for Jesus and compelled him to devote his life to sharing a simple message. That is what this book, Jesus is better, is about - those hard questions.
I have to say, Maldonado really caught my eye on this one! The way he opened up about his spirituality and the many questions he had about God made me relate to it. I am glad I picked up this book because now I feel comfortable enough with my religion. One of the best things about it is that the author explains everything without demanding anything in return.
I highly recommend this to anyone struggling with their spirituality and wanting to know more about the subject
I have to say, Maldonado really caught my eye on this one! The way he opened up about his spirituality and the many questions he had about God made me relate to it. I am glad I picked up this book because now I feel comfortable enough with my religion. One of the best things about it is that the author explains everything without demanding anything in return.
I highly recommend this to anyone struggling with their spirituality and wanting to know more about the subject
July 28, 2021
Great for finding a deeper connection to His word
For someone who is currently in the midst of some soul-searching and has the need for a deeper connection to their God, this is a great book choice. This book serves as a reminder that we are all loved, despite our differences and helps readers to see the truth of His word, though we often fail to realize the importance and significance. For any reader who feels that religion serves as an important motivator in their lives, this is a read that can bring you back to life, in a sense, and allow you to feel the deeper connection that you are meant to. The book is well-written and easy to follow, even for those who have not yet developed a full understanding of His word. This serves as a great starting place or a great refresher if a reminder is needed.
For someone who is currently in the midst of some soul-searching and has the need for a deeper connection to their God, this is a great book choice. This book serves as a reminder that we are all loved, despite our differences and helps readers to see the truth of His word, though we often fail to realize the importance and significance. For any reader who feels that religion serves as an important motivator in their lives, this is a read that can bring you back to life, in a sense, and allow you to feel the deeper connection that you are meant to. The book is well-written and easy to follow, even for those who have not yet developed a full understanding of His word. This serves as a great starting place or a great refresher if a reminder is needed.
July 22, 2021
A nurturing reading.
“Jesus Is Better” is an enticing book written by Zach Maldonado. As an active believer, he shares his experience regarding Christianity, particularly regarding his faith.
Every chapter deals with some common questions that believers ask about Christianity and he provides answers. Some bible´s verses are mentioned here to back them up. I dare say that it is ideal for curious believers, as I am. It is a concise but complete compilation of stories, knowledge and personal experiences.
Whenever people face difficult situations, they need to hold something to keep moving on. Faith is one of the best options for those moments. So, in those situations I recommend to take a moment and read nurturing books such as this one.
“Jesus Is Better” is an enticing book written by Zach Maldonado. As an active believer, he shares his experience regarding Christianity, particularly regarding his faith.
Every chapter deals with some common questions that believers ask about Christianity and he provides answers. Some bible´s verses are mentioned here to back them up. I dare say that it is ideal for curious believers, as I am. It is a concise but complete compilation of stories, knowledge and personal experiences.
Whenever people face difficult situations, they need to hold something to keep moving on. Faith is one of the best options for those moments. So, in those situations I recommend to take a moment and read nurturing books such as this one.
July 25, 2021
Jesus is Better, written by Zach Maldonado, is a book that should be read by those who are doubting their faith. Author and pastor, Zach created a book that makes us see religion from a different perspective. We have all experienced some sort of disappointment about religion and the author himself is not the exception, and I believe this is what makes the book and its content even more valuable.
The answers about Christianity offered here are thought provoking. The author’s point of view is fresh and this can be noticed just by looking at the cover. I would really recommend reading this book to everyone because it will leave everybody thinking about a different thing, which I think is great.
The answers about Christianity offered here are thought provoking. The author’s point of view is fresh and this can be noticed just by looking at the cover. I would really recommend reading this book to everyone because it will leave everybody thinking about a different thing, which I think is great.
July 28, 2021
Author Zach Maldonado set to write this book after questioning himself about God, about Jesus and Christianity as a whole and after having asked why he has to face certain things in life. He has been able to create a Christian Theology book which does not merely pass on dead theology, but rather serves as a source of answers to questions about Christianity and Jesus.
The main aim of this book is to help believers as well as skeptics to rediscover God, to look at him from another perspective, open their minds up and set themselves free thanks to Jesus’ help.
Whether lost in life or not, this book must be read, its valuable and easy-to-understand information would improve plenty of lives! Jesus is better.
The main aim of this book is to help believers as well as skeptics to rediscover God, to look at him from another perspective, open their minds up and set themselves free thanks to Jesus’ help.
Whether lost in life or not, this book must be read, its valuable and easy-to-understand information would improve plenty of lives! Jesus is better.
July 20, 2021
“Jesus Is Better: The God Who Likes and Enjoys You” by pastor Zach Maldonado is a good reading for those whose faith is getting doubtful or broken. The author delves with difficult questions about Christianity and introduces readers to a better perspective of Jesus: better than religion, sin, and self-help.
Although this seems to be controversial, from my point of view, it is a thought-provoking book that can help believers to face doubts and to question their faith with the final aim to reinforce it. And also, it could be really inspirational to encourage non-believers to know more about Jesus and trust him as well.
All in all, I enjoyed this book and will definitively recommend it.
Although this seems to be controversial, from my point of view, it is a thought-provoking book that can help believers to face doubts and to question their faith with the final aim to reinforce it. And also, it could be really inspirational to encourage non-believers to know more about Jesus and trust him as well.
All in all, I enjoyed this book and will definitively recommend it.
July 23, 2021
This detailed book represents a renewal of Christian religion. Zach Maldonado, the author, pretends to redirect the approach of that doctrine and gives it a truly spiritual and reasonable profile.
I would recommend this book to young adults and people who are parents, because I believe that it is highly necessary to make a turnout of the focus of Christianity. I am Christian and maybe that is the reason why this reading means so much to me. The language that the author uses is simple and clear. In my opinion the plot is not tedious at all; I think that an atheist could read it and get a lot of benefits from it. This book facilitates a soul transformation for me.
I would recommend this book to young adults and people who are parents, because I believe that it is highly necessary to make a turnout of the focus of Christianity. I am Christian and maybe that is the reason why this reading means so much to me. The language that the author uses is simple and clear. In my opinion the plot is not tedious at all; I think that an atheist could read it and get a lot of benefits from it. This book facilitates a soul transformation for me.
July 23, 2021
When I read the book’s description, I felt a strong connection with the author because I felt the same way as him: I had so many doubts about religion that I did not know what to do. But “Jesus Is Better” opened my eyes and my heart because this book shows that it does not matter my beliefs if I have faith inside me. Zach Maldonado teaches and explains in an easy way how to connect with Jesus, and I must admit that he changed my life.
To conclude, I would like to say that his book should be read by everyone, it does not matter their religion, if readers are believers or not; people should give this book an opportunity.
To conclude, I would like to say that his book should be read by everyone, it does not matter their religion, if readers are believers or not; people should give this book an opportunity.
July 23, 2021
At first impression, the cover of the book is inviting. The colors and the confetti make it eye-catching. The content is exceptional. I really liked the vision that Zach Maldonado has on this subject.
I think many of us feel like this at any point in our lives, there are times when we feel disappointed or without answers on issues related to Christianity.
With this book, author Maldonado offers us answers to the most difficult questions about Christianity, and he does it in a very simple and comprehensible way. Each chapter is better than the last, and without a doubt I recommend this reading to all those who feel that they are losing their faith.
I think many of us feel like this at any point in our lives, there are times when we feel disappointed or without answers on issues related to Christianity.
With this book, author Maldonado offers us answers to the most difficult questions about Christianity, and he does it in a very simple and comprehensible way. Each chapter is better than the last, and without a doubt I recommend this reading to all those who feel that they are losing their faith.
July 26, 2021
Simple but heart-warming
Zach Maldonado is the author of “Jesus is Better”. The idea behind this book can be spotlighted just by reading the title. Against all odds, I believe this book is perfect for those who do not consider themselves as “believers” or who are having second thoughts about Christianity.
I consider myself a non-believer and this piece did not change my condition. However, I was inspired by the love, passion, kindness and compassion that can be sensed in each word inside this reader.
For this reason, I believe this title can reach more than one heart, and can clarify doubts and help those who are looking for answers.
Zach Maldonado is the author of “Jesus is Better”. The idea behind this book can be spotlighted just by reading the title. Against all odds, I believe this book is perfect for those who do not consider themselves as “believers” or who are having second thoughts about Christianity.
I consider myself a non-believer and this piece did not change my condition. However, I was inspired by the love, passion, kindness and compassion that can be sensed in each word inside this reader.
For this reason, I believe this title can reach more than one heart, and can clarify doubts and help those who are looking for answers.
July 27, 2021
I was feeling like God had forgotten about me and everyone around me said that being a Christian made no sense and I even thought about leaving religion. Nevertheless, there was something inside of me that kept me believing in Christ.
Jesus Is Better: The God Who Likes and Enjoys You is definitely the book I needed in this time of uncertainty. This amazing book gave me the answers I was looking for, mainly about the most difficult questions about Christianity.
Zach makes readers feel like they are talking to a good friend, who has their best interest at heart. I definitely recommend reading this book as it changed my life!
Jesus Is Better: The God Who Likes and Enjoys You is definitely the book I needed in this time of uncertainty. This amazing book gave me the answers I was looking for, mainly about the most difficult questions about Christianity.
Zach makes readers feel like they are talking to a good friend, who has their best interest at heart. I definitely recommend reading this book as it changed my life!
July 30, 2021
In “Jesus is Better” readers will find a great read if they are doubting or questioning God or Christianity. I feel this read is also a good one for teenagers going through rough paths, not finding themselves and their purpose. I have to say I was drawn to this read in part for the cover.
Author and pastor, Zach Maldonado, gives a very fresh input on their arguments and points of view on Christianism. Nowadays, I think he is a great leader for religion and especially because of the days humanity is going through.
To sum up, I think this read is like a voice of hope for the community.
Author and pastor, Zach Maldonado, gives a very fresh input on their arguments and points of view on Christianism. Nowadays, I think he is a great leader for religion and especially because of the days humanity is going through.
To sum up, I think this read is like a voice of hope for the community.
July 16, 2021
Jesus Is Better: The God Who Likes and Enjoys You by Zach Maldonado take you through his discovery of what a relationship with Jesus is about. It isn't a formal action or rituals. It is knowing Jesus and accepting His love and acceptance of you. His love isn't about what you can do, but what He has already done. The author simplifies how you can get to know Jesus and make it personal to you. He explains how you can have a relationship that makes you desire to please God and seek His favor without fear of pleasing him.
July 20, 2021
Disappointed in god? This could be the answer to believing again
Are you finding that you struggle with religion and going to church ? Are there too many rules to follow? You can have your own relationship with god and not be bound by red tape of religion. Jesus is better will offer you some answers to questions about Christianity without shame or remorse. If you find yourself doubting and want to find some relief, pick up this book and give it a shot. There is some good information and it is well written by someone who has experience with religion and god.
Are you finding that you struggle with religion and going to church ? Are there too many rules to follow? You can have your own relationship with god and not be bound by red tape of religion. Jesus is better will offer you some answers to questions about Christianity without shame or remorse. If you find yourself doubting and want to find some relief, pick up this book and give it a shot. There is some good information and it is well written by someone who has experience with religion and god.
July 19, 2021
Jesus is better’ can serve as a Christian Salvation theory book. I really enjoyed reading this book. It was such a delight to know that Jesus loves us no matter what. It strives the reader to want to do more and be better in life. I particularly found it pleasing to know how things can work for the best. The literature was easy to read and follow. I recommend this book to religious book readers and those who live as Christians.
September 23, 2021
Jesus Really Is Better Than Maybe You Believe
Zach has a beautifully accessible way of writing & communicating the Gospel of Grace. In this book Zach shares powerful personal stories of his own journey in discovering that Jesus really Is better than he used to believe. Zach leads you through scripture unveiling the Father heart of God for his children & how Jesus through all he did for us in the New Covenant has become our very life & friend for life!
Zach has a beautifully accessible way of writing & communicating the Gospel of Grace. In this book Zach shares powerful personal stories of his own journey in discovering that Jesus really Is better than he used to believe. Zach leads you through scripture unveiling the Father heart of God for his children & how Jesus through all he did for us in the New Covenant has become our very life & friend for life!
August 8, 2021
Really enjoyed Zach's book. He made it very clear and easy to understand that we are loved and accepted by God. It is not what we do, but what he did. This book will lift you up and encourage you in your walk with God. It makes clear that we are loved and accepted without worrying about doing works and trying to obey Law to try and earn it.
August 8, 2021
Really enjoyed Zach's book. He made it very clear and easy to understand that we are loved and accepted by God. It is not what we do, but what he did. This book will lift you up and encourage you in your walk with God. It makes clear that we are loved and accepted without worrying about doing works and trying to obey Law to try and earn it.
August 20, 2021
Life saving
This book is so clearly written and easy to read. It conveys the freedom we have in Jesus in such clear concise ways anyone can read it! The chapter on suicide and depression literally saved my life. You are going to want to buy multiple copies of this book.
This book is so clearly written and easy to read. It conveys the freedom we have in Jesus in such clear concise ways anyone can read it! The chapter on suicide and depression literally saved my life. You are going to want to buy multiple copies of this book.
July 9, 2022
Jesus Loves
Sometimes you just need to hear that simple but powerful phrase over and over. This is a wonderful book telling of the wonderful love of Jesus, our GOD incarnate!
Sometimes you just need to hear that simple but powerful phrase over and over. This is a wonderful book telling of the wonderful love of Jesus, our GOD incarnate!
July 25, 2022
Very much eye opening.
This is a must read for all who need to "get it right".
Puts you back on the, right track if you don't know where you are going.
This is a must read for all who need to "get it right".
Puts you back on the, right track if you don't know where you are going.
September 28, 2022
Read this
For a very good explanation of a relationship with our God, this is a factual and scriptural answer to many uncertain times we often have.
For a very good explanation of a relationship with our God, this is a factual and scriptural answer to many uncertain times we often have.
November 20, 2022
Awesome Book!
I really enjoyed reading this book! It answered so many questions and strengthened my faith. I recommend this book to any Christian.
I really enjoyed reading this book! It answered so many questions and strengthened my faith. I recommend this book to any Christian.
December 20, 2022
Loved this apologetics book about the way of Jesus. Written with brilliance and honesty.
Displaying 1 - 27 of 27 reviews