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5.0
“When we allow ourselves to be vulnerable, we are saved from having to pretend.”
This is one of the many lines that stood out to me in Taylor Johnson’s “In the Altogether.” It feels like society (and much of Christian church culture) swings back and forth on that word “pretend.” We either do all we can to hide who we are (we’re scared people will find out we’re a fraud) or embrace our desires, thoughts, and personalities wholesale .
Taylor balances both of these errors by detailing the importance of personal vulnerability, as well as the growth we should pursue as we open up to those around us. I was just blown away by this book—truly. From its conception to the way Taylor pulls from pop culture, the Bible, and research to make his points—it’s just an incredible work. Taylor’s writing is clear, winsome, and very funny. I hope “In the Altogether” is read by as many church leaders as possible.
Note: I received and read an advance copy of “In the Altogether.”
This is one of the many lines that stood out to me in Taylor Johnson’s “In the Altogether.” It feels like society (and much of Christian church culture) swings back and forth on that word “pretend.” We either do all we can to hide who we are (we’re scared people will find out we’re a fraud) or embrace our desires, thoughts, and personalities wholesale .
Taylor balances both of these errors by detailing the importance of personal vulnerability, as well as the growth we should pursue as we open up to those around us. I was just blown away by this book—truly. From its conception to the way Taylor pulls from pop culture, the Bible, and research to make his points—it’s just an incredible work. Taylor’s writing is clear, winsome, and very funny. I hope “In the Altogether” is read by as many church leaders as possible.
Note: I received and read an advance copy of “In the Altogether.”
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