A Jesus-Shaped Life

How Diving Deeper into Theology Can Transform Us and Our World with the Radical Kindness of God

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An unstuffy, unintimidating invitation to greater intimacy with God

The most basic definition of theology is words (logos) about God (theos). Conversations, if you will, about the most important thing in life--developing a real, ongoing, vibrant relationship with God Himself.

With her signature style and wit, bestselling author and Bible teacher Lisa Harper invites you into this life-giving conversation. She makes theology engaging, practical, and applicable by explaining how academic-sounding concepts--such as imago Dei, atonement, the Trinity, the transcendence and immanence of Christ, and much more--are not rigid theoretical propositions but transformative realities that we get to live out with God and with other people.

If you want more joy and peace with God and you feel called to make more of a Jesus-shaped dent in the world around you, then it's time to dive deeper into biblically sound theology. With Lisa as your guide, this is guaranteed to be quite the adventure!

Endorsements

"There's simply no one like Lisa Harper. In A Jesus-Shaped Life, she bridges the gap between sound doctrine and a flourishing life. She makes theology both accessible and desirable for all, inspiring us to receive the unconditional love of our merciful and gracious Savior. You will laugh, cry, be challenged, and be compelled to lean in more fully to a Jesus-shaped life."

Christine Caine, founder of A21 and Propel Women

"Like the Master Storyteller, Lisa Harper knows how to draw you in through stories. She talks about theology in a way anybody can relate to. As you would expect if you've heard or read Lisa before, this book is like a conversation. But more than that, it's an invitation into deeper conversation--about, and especially with, God Himself."

Dr. Craig S. Keener, FM and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary

"Lisa's wit and humor are well known throughout the Christian world. Her ability to bring the Bible to life in unique and life-giving ways has always been her trademark. And now she combines those gifts to bring us a very readable and enjoyable work on our core Christian theological beliefs. Everyone should buy this book, pick it up, grab a cup of coffee, and devour it!"

Dr. Jim Howard, professor in the Doctor of Ministry program at Denver Seminary, senior pastor at Dillon Community Church, and cohost of the Back Porch Theology podcast

"I can tell you from experience that sitting on an actual back porch with Lisa Harper is the best way to learn theology from her, preferably after you have laughed until you cried and eaten enough chips and guac to bust the top button on your denim--but this book is the next best thing! My big sister has never gotten over the grace of God. From the vantage point she loves best, on her knees at the feet of her Savior, she will help you discover the way to a Jesus-shaped life, and you will never be the same."

Levi Lusko, author of Blessed Are the Spiraling: How the Chaotic Search for Significance Can Lead to Joy Through Life's Shifting Seasons

"When you see a book about theology, it may scare you away or maybe intimidate you because you don't feel like you're smart enough to understand it. However, in A Jesus-Shaped Life, we learn that sound biblical theology makes us more Christlike and gives us a road map for how we should live."

Sadie Robertson Huff, author, speaker, and founder of Live Original

"Lisa Harper shows us how theology is supposed to work: She takes her personal experiences of pain and loss and her questions of doubt and shame and holds them up to the light of Scripture. In A Jesus-Shaped Life, her signature humor and deep empathy blend with clear theological truths: God loves us, pursues us, and forgives us, always and forever. Grab a coffee and settle in for a theology lesson like you've never had before--real-life tested and fearlessly faithful to God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit."

Lynn H. Cohick, PhD, Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Houston Christian University

The Author

  1. Lisa Harper
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    Lisa Harper

    Lisa Harper is an engaging communicator as well as an authentic and substantive Bible teacher in person, on TV, and on the radio. She holds a master of theological studies from Covenant Seminary and is in the final, dissertation stage of an earned doctorate...

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