Counterfeit Gospels: Rediscovering the Good News in a World of False Hope

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Imagine if the most insidious threat to the church of Jesus Christ wasn't the obvious dangers that grab our attention, but rather the subtle, insidious counterfeits that lurk within our own walls. What if the most significant peril wasn't heresy, scandal, or persecution, but rather the gradual erosion of the truth through distorted gospels that masquerade as the real thing? The gospel is like a delicate ecosystem, comprising three interconnected elements: the grand narrative of Scripture, the announcement of Jesus Christ, and the community of believers that embodies His kingdom. A counterfeit gospel is like a silent assassin, quietly dismantling one of these vital components, ultimately toppling the entire structure. This book unmasks six prevalent counterfeits (Therapeutic, Judgmentless, Moralist, Quietist, Activist, and Churchless) that threaten to derail us from the true gospel. The ultimate goal is to cultivate a deeper love for the unchanging gospel, empowering us to discern and overcome these counterfeits, and to minister with authenticity and passion. By doing so, we can reclaim the transformative power of the true gospel, and unleash its life-changing potential in our lives and in the world around us.

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Matt Chandler

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Trevin Wax

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