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The Hole in Our Gospel What Does God Expect of Us? The Answer That Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World
By Richard Stearns
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On 3/10 Jody Faul wrote: In this book, Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision, a non-profit organization that helps the poor worldwide, takes us for a walk down his own path from merely believing in Christ, to actually picking up his cross and following Christ. His journey began when he was hired as the president of ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel, By Richard Stearns
On 3/10 Lantz Howard wrote: Really? There is not a hole in our gospel. I mean look around in any city throughout the US and you will see churches, non-profits, rescue missions, and social services provided by the state helping and serving the poor and downcast. Surely there is not a hole in my gospel. Richard Stearns has written ... Book Giveaway: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 3/8 Christy McGraw wrote: I think I have been stuck in a rut. I know I was after finishing The Hole in Our Gospel. It’s eye opening. It’s convicting. The book is not for the faint of heart. Which I was. You see my heart it is very breakable. I am just ... The Hole In Our Gospel by Rich Stearns
On 3/3 Ed Roden wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel sounded like an odd title, but intrigued me nonetheless. By the time I got a few pages into it, I was hooked. By the end, I was re-evaluating my life. In Richard Stearns’ own words, here is the crux of the argument he is making: “There is a hole in our gospel and that, as ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 3/1 Shawn Galla wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns is truly a great read. For anyone who often finds themselves stuck in a legalistic- Christian mindset that they are trying to break out of, then this book may certainly help on your journey. I think we often find ourselves drifted down a path where we tend to ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 2/27 Jennifer Ekstrand wrote: Through Book Sneeze, Thomas Nelson Publishers provided me with a complimentary copy of The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns to review. Stearns narrates his journey from a business executive to president of World Vision. He encourages readers to give everything to God and show faith through works, ... Short Review: The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 2/24 Diana Loach wrote: In a world where we “feel good” because we give – and then forget…Strearns lets us see that our understanding of the Gospel is faulty – ‘hole’y to be precise. We glean what is comfortable, and makes us feel good; only to leave the rest aside. We don’t like to be challenged, or have ... The Hole in Our Gospel
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On 2/22 Jeff Howell wrote: Have you ever wondered about what this life is all about? Are we really here just to go to church and tell people about Jesus? Doesn’t it feel like we need to be doing something to help the people around us and the world? Well Richard Stearns “The hole in Our Gospel “ is a must read if you have ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 2/19 Jonathan Woodward wrote: I love the fact that Stearns talks about Christians being much about doing, and not just being. Stearns brings out statistics on rich, poor, child deaths, sickness, disease, and others. He not only reveals them, but shares what World Vision is helping to alleviate some of these problems, but not without ... Slight problem, but overall good!
On 2/16 Stephen Johnson wrote: This is a must read for everyone that follows Christ. This book brings the reader back to reality of this world. The reality of this world is many people are living in poverty, many people are living with diseases without cures, many people are living with unclean water and many people are living without ... The Hole in Our Gosple
On 2/16 Lane Corley wrote: Very challenging book that I will revisit often. Richard Stearns, President of World Vision, USA, paints a vivid picture of the major needs of the world and how making a difference is possible for every one of us. Today’s church needs to be reminded that we are saved for a mission and invited to join ... Worth Reading: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 2/15 Malcolm Lanham wrote: Very good book! As somebody that has spent time working with the poor as a missionary... this book did not fall on deaf ears. This book does a good job showing the tension that many Christians, especially Evangelicals do when dealing with the poor. This also show's us what is really at Jesus' heart... ... Opens our eyes to Jesus' heart
On 2/14 Becky Campbell wrote: I've been hearing about a book called The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns for some time from many different sources. And though I was interested in it, I also had a feeling it might be a bit uncomfortable to read. In the book, the author lays out a compelling case that describes the Gospel as ... More Than a Review
On 2/11 Ryan Bilello wrote: Long ago, I signed up for a blog with the goal in mind that I would post reviews about books that I was getting from Thomas Nelson Publishing for free. The deal was, they would send me a book for free, all I had to do was read it & post a review about it to my blog & also post a review on some ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 2/8 Meg Norred wrote: "The Hole in Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns, World Vision's president, calls us as Christians to a higher standard in our walk with God. Using his own story weaved with the call in the Bible to help the poor, Stearns points out how one should do as God has called them to do. The book is well written ... The Hole In Our Gospel review
On 2/3 Jennifer Deitz wrote: For BookSneeze, the first book I read was The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision. This book is a man’s call – and challenge – to the American Church to come to the aid of the poor, sick, hurting, and homeless here and around the world. Mr. Stearns became the president ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 2/3 Amy Parker wrote: If you're content with the bliss of ignorance, do not read this book. If you're happy with the state of the world, do not read this book. If you consider yourself generous and want to keep it that way, do not read this book. However, if it all feels a little incomplete, if you're feeling the breeze of ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 2/3 Justin Joiner wrote: The book covers a gap thats been missing in this society. Richard Stearns, I believe, wrote this book out of conviction and obedience. This was a great book of promotion. God wants us to be excellent in all areas of our life. World Vision is a ministry of excellence...this book was written in excellence..I ... Great Read!!!!!!!!
On 2/1 Adam Shields wrote: I have been sponsoring a child through World Vision for about a decade or so. We are on our second child because the first aged out of the system. I remember reading about the founding of World Vision when I was in college. But after listening to the Hole in Our Gospel I have never been prouder to ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 1/29 Rachel Britz wrote: The Hole in our Gospel is the whole truth and nothing but the truth. The Bible says "Then the eyes of those who see will no longer be closed, and the ears of those who hear will listen." Isaiah 32:3 Author, Rich Stearns has managed to weave three poignant pieces into his book "The Hole in our Gospel" ... Book Review: The Hole in our Gospel
On 1/29 Crystal Blomgren wrote: A Review of The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Sterns, President of World Vision, U.S.“Saved by faith. Saved for works,” sums up the message of The Hole in Our Gospel written by Richard Stearns who is the president of World Vision, U.S. Mr. Stearns did an excellent job of writing this book from a ... Review of The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 1/25 Angela Rogers wrote: When I ordered this book, I had no idea who Richard Sterns was. Seriously. I had no idea this book was written by the President of World Vision, a company I had heard of my entire life. How does a man go from being a wealthy business man,earning mega-bucks driving luxury cars, living in what to ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 1/22 Trevor Hamaker wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard StearnsThe book opens with a question it intends to answer in the 279 pages which follow. The question: "What does God expect of us?"Stearns, currently the president of World Vision, recalls just 60 days into his tenure having his bubble of satisfied security ... Overview: The Hole In Our Gospel (Richard Stearns)
On 1/13 Jeff Smyth wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel: The Answer That Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World by Richard Stearns (Thomas Nelson). This book combines Stearns deep and personal experience of God working in his life and makes a very direct challenge to North American Christians. Stearns tells the story of how he came from being ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 1/12 Mick Murray wrote: I was really excited to start reading The Hole in Our Gospel as World Vision has always been a company I have respected. Written by their president, Richard Stearns, this book poses a challenge to engaged people into helping others. Though I much agree with what Stearns had to say, the read was not too ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 1/12 TJ Reid wrote: Are we missing something? Is there something big that we omit in our version of Christianity? Come along on this journey with Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision, as he leaves the CEO world and journeys into Uganda. Here’s what it says on Thomas Nelson’s page: Preach the ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 1/12 Tara Mitchell wrote: Stearns is a gentlemen who followed God's calling and stepped down as CEO of a multi-million dollar corporation to become the president of World Vision. He writes this book not only to tell the story of how he became involved with WV, but to call on Christians to move out of their comfort zones and ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 12/30 Eddie Broussard wrote: Having been raised in the church and being a Christian since the age of seven, I was interested to see if my gospel had a hole in it? Better than average at treating the people around me, consistent church attendance (college years don’t count right), Bible studies, elder board, and no “big” sins. Surely if there ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 12/23 Steve Blumer wrote: Stearns share his own personal journey through becoming aware and gaining more compassion for the injustice and impoverished people of the world. He uses plenty of Scripture, real stories of individuals around the world and statistics to show how the Church in particular has failed to fulfill what God ... Don't Like the Title, but Get the Point. Ouch!
On 12/21 Carol Cool wrote: If you've read this blog more than a time or two, you know I love books. I read a lot of them and usually quite fast. Occasionally, though, there is a book that I seem to find myself moving through at an inchworm's pace. Usually this is for one of two reasons. The first is because the book is just ... A Hole in My Reading Plan
On 12/19 Johnny Douglas wrote: ‘What does God expect of us?’ remains one of the best questions ever….. In “The Hole in Our Gospel” by Richard Sterns there is one part personal testimony, one stories from around the world and one part call to action. The book intertwines Richard’s personal story and calling from God with stories of people that have ... Hole in the gospel…
On 12/9 Kirk Schneemann wrote: This is a book that I needed to read. I'm quite sure you need it, too, particularly if you consider yourself to be a follower of Jesus yet you find yourself endless pursuing those things that bring you comfort and convenience, viewing others and their needs on occasion to ease your conscience. That describes ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 12/8 Jeff Myers wrote: This book seriously messed me up!Richard Stearns in the president of World Vision US. In THE HOLE IN OUR GOSPEL, Stearns tells how he came from being a high-earning CEO to be the president of World Vision. He also masterfully shares the greatest problems/needs around the world and does a great job discussing ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 11/24 Ken Leonard wrote: (Disclosure: I did receive this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers for review purposes.) I’ve had The Hole in our Gospel for some time now, and have been interrupted frequently in reading it. Finally, I finished. It’s a very good read. Richard Stearns is the president of World Vision, ... “The Hole in Our Gospel” by Richard Stearns
On 11/17 Melissa Mashburn wrote: Hardly ever can I remember a time when a book, two hundred seventy nine pages to be exact, has had such a profound impact on my life. As a matter of fact, this book has pretty much rocked my world.When I saw this title come up on the Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers page, I knew this was one book ... Book Review ~ The Hole In Our Gospel
On 11/14 Peggy Erickson wrote: You get a hint of where Richard Stearns is taking you from the question and answer posed on the jacket of the book. Stearns asks “What does God expect of us?” and says the book contains “the answer that changed my life and might just change the world”. I seldom run across a book that ... Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 11/9 Matthew McComas wrote: Join the bigger story of the whole Gospel! It's waiting for you.Richard Stearn's book The Hole in the Gospel is a convicting, intense look at the state of the western church. Stearns gives a powerful argument that ought to revamp our understanding of what it means to follow Christ and represent Him to ... The Hole in the Gospel - Review
On 11/5 tony sheng wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard StearnsRichard Stearns tells quite a story in his book, The Hole In Our Gospel. Most startlingly is the contrast between his career as a luxury goods CEO transitioned to the US president for World Vision. An amazing story really and through it, he weaves a clear picture ... Book Notes - The Hole In Our Gospel
On 10/26 Sandra Joseph wrote: I requested this book because the author (Richard Sterns- President of World Vision) has experienced the world’s needs first hand. Since our family has a passion for oversea’s mission’s trips, I was anxious to learn more about stretching my faith beyond the walls of my local church. I ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 10/19 Robert Blasingame wrote: Hole in Our Gospel is an amazing book that not only points to a massive hole in the Gospel being taught in our churches, but it also gives examples of today's sick, and thirsty, and naked, and imprisoned. Richard Stearns, CEO - World Vision, mixes his personal story in with the story of those whose ... Read This Book!
On 10/13 ed cyzewski wrote: When God called Richard Stearns to leave his corporate job in order to take over as president at World Vision, Stearns laid down in his bed, pulled the covers over his head, and wept like a baby. Nevertheless, Stearns answered God’s call, committed himself to the Lord’s work, and now shares how God ... Just What Christians Need Today...
On 10/12 Keiki Hendrix wrote: I began to read this book and was almost in tears before Chapter Two. If you have a heart for missions or if you see the need for more Christian action and not words, you should read this book. He is not an unknown man. Richard Stearns was CEO of a Lenox, Inc. when something or ... Book Review – The Hole in Our Gospel: What does God expect of Us? The Answer that Changed my Life and Might Just Change the World
On 10/10 T.C. Judd wrote: Back in early July, the folks at Thomas Nelson were kind enough to send me a review copy of Richard Stearns’ new book, The Hole in Our Gospel. It has taken me this long to read and review it, not because of busyness or some other excuse, but because Stearns (the President of World Vision ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 9/29 Jim Kane wrote: Stearns begins his book with a question, "What does God expect of us?" He answers by telling his journey from CEO of Lenox, Inc., to CEO of World Vision, by outlining what poverty really means in our world, and why and how the Christian Church needs to be involved with the important task of caring for ... Changed The Way I Understood Poverty
On 9/26 ricky patrick wrote: “The Hole in Our Gospel” is about social justice. The work that Mr. Stearn’s & World Vision are doing is inspirational, however, this book is not. And with all due respect, I will be as candid as I can. The cover design and quality of the book is exceptional, but this was one of the toughest ... Book Review: “The Hole in Our Gospel” by Richard Stearns
On 9/22 Jeannie Davis wrote: Title: The Hole In Our Gospel Author: Richard Stearns Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc Publish date: 2009 ISBN: 978-0-7852-2918-6 Format: Hardback 290 pages Price: 22.99 Richard Stearns says we have a hole in our gospel. In his powerful book, The Hole In Our Gospel he asks, “What does God expect ... Book Review – The Hole In Our Gospel
On 9/22 Michael Smith wrote: “What should I do?” Long before the author posed the question for its readers, in the last pages of The Hole In Our Gospel, I had already written it in the margins. Another question that surfaced for me throughout my read of this book was: “what is a proper balance between evangelism and social ... The Hole In Our Gospel: What Should I Do?
On 9/19 Steven Hocker wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns is simply the single most important book I have read this decade. A shining reminder of what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus; and a challenge to every reader to reflect on their own walk with Jesus and how they reflect His face in ... Book Review – The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 9/17 Tara "Rachel" Guy wrote: This is my very first book review! I'm really excited and I hope I don't botch it! :)The first book I chose to review was The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us? The Answer that Changed My Life and Just Might Change the World. (Thomas Nelson)About The Author:Richard Stearns brought nearly ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 9/9 Karis Elder wrote: What does God expect of us? The answer that changed my life and might just change the world. Richard Stearns book The Hole in Our Gospel is one of those books that when you finish you think, “I have got to give this book to everyone I know.” Its not just a book with a whole bunch ... the hole in our gospel
On 9/9 Ben Drury wrote: The strap line for this book is "The answer that changed my life and might just change the world!" This book certainly has changing lives at its heart and it changed mine. This book is highly readable, yet deep with truths. It is accessible yet profound, simple yet powerful. It grabs at the heart, ... This book may just change the world!
On 9/8 Tammie Rigney wrote: “I asked her what she prayed for, because I could tell she was a woman of deep faith. She said that she prayed to God that He would not forget her and her three children on that remote mountain - that He would help her carry this burden and that He would send help. And ... What Is The Law Of Christ?
On 9/7 Joan Nienhuis wrote: Stearns identifies what his book is about at the very beginning: “What does God expect of us?” It is a simple question but, as Stearns says, the answer is not so simple. “God asks us for everything. He requires a total life commitment from those who would be His followers.” (P. 1) Being ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 9/5 Brandon Smith wrote: Is their something missing from modern day American Christianity? Richard Stearns, CEO of World Vision International, shares why he thinks this is so through his compelling new book, The Hole in the Gospel. Part biography, part theological treatise, and part rally cry, Richard tells the story of how ... The Hole in the Gospel
On 9/5 Greg Lancaster wrote: A Review:The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard StearnsThis is a personal story about one man’s journey from the top of the business world to the feet of Jesus. Richard Stearns shares his account of what it is like to “have it all” and still not have enough. We experience, with him, the process that ... From My Bookshelf
On 8/31 Suzy Parish wrote: Richard Stearns, President of World Vision U.S. asks in his book; "How many loaves do you have?".... He references the story of the feeding of the five thousand in the New Testament of the Bible.Says Stearns:"Confronted with an overwhelming problem, Jesus did not ask the disciples to do the impossible; ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/31 Sten-Erik Armitage wrote: Richard Stearn's release "The Hole in our Gospel" casts a revealing light on a hole in our thinking within the church. Stearns writes from a position of experience. He was living a myopic American life, comfortable, successful and blissfully ignorant of the world around him. The church had become a place ... Exposed - A Hole in Our Thinking!
On 8/31 Erik Willits wrote: A lot of us evangelicals have focus on heaven, hell and getting people saved. This has been our gospel. And our mission efforts have reflected this, Richard Stearns is aware and disappointed! So he is challenging the Church to a holistic faith of following Jesus by reaching to those in the margins and meeting their ... The whole picture…
On 8/31 Brian Baute wrote: The book is part biography about Stearns’ reluctant transition to WorldVision (working with the poorest of the world’s poor) after serving as CEO of Lenox, makers of fine china. Stearns’ story was captivating. The remainder of the book is about the work of WorldVision, an organization I’ve supported ... Great Story, Great Call to Action
On 8/30 Shane Schwichtenberg wrote: My church “gets it”, does yours? Those are fighting words, aren’t they? (all in good fun!) Instead of going to church this Sunday, our church – the people – went out into the neighborhood and DID church. Projects included cleaning up homes, painting exteriors, visiting home-bound ... Does your church “get it”?
On 8/29 tc robinson wrote: Much thanks to Thomas Nelson for this review copy: The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us? the Answer That Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World by Richard Stearns Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Thomas Nelson (March 10, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 0785229183 Thomas Nelson Amazon An ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 8/27 Stephanie Nannen wrote: God has used a handful of books—out of hundreds I have read—to shift my worldview to the extent they actually altered the trajectory of my life. The Hole In Our Gospel, which I just finished, is one of those books. I don’t know exactly how, or how much, I will change after reading this book; ... BOOK REVIEW: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 8/24 Calvin Habig wrote: It seems that one of the prerequisites for heading a large Christian humanitarian and relief organization is to write a book detailing ones journey towards a deeper understanding of the issues of world pain and deprivation and the role that Christians need to play in alleviating that. The Hole ... Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/24 Bill Reichart wrote: "Preach the Gospel always. Use words if necessary." - St. Francis of Assisi Get this book! I am listing "The Hole in Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns as one of the best books I've read in 2009! In 1998 God met Richard Stearns in a unique way as he sat in a mud hut and listened to the story of an orphaned ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/24 Sue Combs wrote: This book is beautifully written. I requested it for review and truthfully was not expecting much...thinking to myself....another "rich man gives back" story. However, the opposite is true. The author of this book was once the CEO of Lenox, a company known for it's fine china and gifts. He finds ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/22 Gregory Loesch wrote: I recently became one of Thomas Nelson’s “Book Review Bloggers” (BRB) and here a brief review of the book The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns. The Hole in Our Gospel has proved to be a very challenging book to read, as I somewhat expected. However the difficulties were slightly different than the ones I ... The Hole in Our Gospel – Richard Stearns (BRB)
On 8/20 Crystal Steimling wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns is a book unparalleled to any other in calling us to a deeper place of commitment & understanding of the Great Commission. One can talk about being fishers of men, one can get excited about making a difference and impacting the lives of fellow human beings, ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/17 Julie Jarnagin wrote: "Sometimes I would like to ask God why He allows poverty, suffering, and injustice when He could do something about it."'Well, why don't you ask Him?""Because I'm afraid He would ask me the same question."- AnonymousLast night, I finished reading "The Hole in Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns, President ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/17 Jeremy Bussell wrote: “Let my heart be broken by the things that break the heart of God.” This was the prayer of World Vision founder, Bob Pierce, and I believe this is what Richard Stearns wants people to want out of his book ‘A Hole in Our Gospel.’ In this book Mr. Stearns uses his own personal experiences as well ... A Book Review - The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 8/16 Ron Lane wrote: One part personal testimony, one stories from around the world and one part call to action. This pretty much wraps up the book "The Hole in Our Gospel" by Richard Sterns. The book intertwines Richard's personal story and calling from God with stories of people that have either been helped by or have ... The Whole Review
On 8/13 Daniel Jones wrote: Has the Gospel been limited by the way we present it? Is there more to the "the good news" then just a mere transaction? Is this life all about the life after or are we missing something? According to Richard Sterns, president of World Vision, there is much more. Richard Sterns sets to challenge and ... The Hole In Our Gospel; Inspirational and Challenging
On 8/12 Al Ronberg wrote: If I am truly honest with you, I like to read books that make me squirm... books that when you pick them up, you can't just put them down again without it tugging away at your insides. I had hoped beyond ALL hope that "The Hole in our Gospel" would be such a book as this, and THANKFULLY, it delivered ... Are you living a Holey life? You don't have to!
On 8/11 Laura Davis wrote: Synopsis: It's 1998 and Richard Stearns' heart is breaking as he sits in a mud hut and listens to the story of an orphaned child in Rakai, Uganda. His journey to this place took more than a long flight from the United States to Africa. It took answering God's call on his life, a call that hurtled him ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 8/11 Anthony Stephens wrote: Recently, I read a book from Richard Stearns called “The Hole in Our Gospel.” Stearns is the President of World Vision US since 1998. The book is both the story of how he came to the position of President of World Vision US and a call to look at the “gospel” that we believe in. I ... Book Review: “The Hole in Our Gospel”
On 8/10 Ellen Carlson wrote: No one life, whether tethered to evil or freed to fly, is ever abandoned by the far reaching love of God. The Gospel is proof of that: Jesus Christ’s bloody death, haunting burial, and powerful resurrection. “The Hole in Our Gospel” gives a powerful exposé of these facts. Richard Stearns captures ... "The Hole in Our Gospel" (by Richard Stearns): Review
On 8/10 Stuart Dyckhoff wrote: I’ve always considered myself a “child of Africa” having spent some of my formative (and very enjoyable) younger years there. I still vividly remember my days and the impact they had even though it is some 30yrs since last I lived there. When I was given a copy of “The Hole In Our Gospel” ... Review: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 8/10 Christine Payseur wrote: “The Hole in our Gospel,” a new book by Richard Stearns, analyzes modern Christendom’s commitment to the whole Gospel, not just the altar call. Heeding the Gospel, according to Stearns, would bring God’s kingdom to earth in the here and now. “If your personal faith in Christ has no positive ... The Hole in Our Gospel: What does God expect of Us?
On 8/10 Joe Blackmon wrote: All too often, we Christians take for granted the blessings we have in this country. Even the poorest among us do pretty well when compared to the poor in some other coutries. Even now, in the worst economic conditions that have occurred in recent memory, people call in to radio shows on their Blackberry's ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/10 John Howell wrote: It's a humbling and inspiring sense of understanding to know that as you read through this book that there are glaring points of inadequacy that exist in your relationship with God because of the blessings that the American church has received. I found myself time and time again having to put the book ... Add it to the collection
On 8/10 Michael Levitt wrote: Let me begin this review by saying that this book challenged me to the core. The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us? by Richard Sterns journals the life of the World Vision President. Stearns was very reluctant to become the leader of World Vision. It took well over a year, ... The Hole In Our Gospel Review
On 8/9 Jessica Oakes wrote: I have a confession to make. I requested a book months ago from Thomas Nelson to read and review and until last week it sat on my nightstand collecting dust.The book is The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns. Stearns had a very lucrative career with Lennox as their president and CEO. He left that ... book review: the hole in our gospel
On 8/8 Joseph Cole wrote: Richard Stearn’s book The Hole in Our Gospel can be summed up in a question in the introduction: What does God expect of us? This is the million dollar question for all believers, but when it is posed by the CEO of World Vision U.S., one of the largest charity organizations in the world, it’s ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/5 Marnita Arner wrote: Author Richard Stearns, in his book, The Hole In Our Gospel shares with us in a very personal way how God used him to help the less fortunate and points out how Christians sometimes ignore God's calling to serve others. Stearns was living what he thought was the American dream; high paying job, fancy ... Great Book!
On 8/4 Paul Steinbrueck wrote: While in Kenya I had the opportunity to read The Hole in our Gospel by World Vision president Richard Stearns. In the book, Stearns claims that many Christians today view their faith as a personal transaction with God for eternal salvation and an internal belief system but have ignored the biblical call ... I will show you my faith by my works...
On 8/3 Nick Cross wrote: A challenging story of how a successful Christian, CEO answered God’s calling reminds us that sometimes we have to do more than just sit in a pew. Rich Stearns, is the current President of World Vision and is well respected within the international development community. I had never heard his story ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 8/1 John Stuart wrote: This book took me fully two months to read. It is crammed full of information about the realities of the world beyond our Western civilization. Richard Stearns’ zeal is evident on very page. He thoroughly believes that Christianity is meant to change the world, but before that can truly happen, we ... Christian Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/29 Nick Jones wrote: Recently, I have become dissatisfied with the trends of the American church. Upon reading Stearns’ book, I realized that there was a facet to the Church poverty I had missed: Giving. Stearns begins his book with Jesus’ mission statement, concluding that the Church should reflect the same. But instead, ... Review of Richard Stearns' The Hole in our Gospel
On 7/29 Brian Kiley wrote: I will preface this review with this statement: Read this book. No really, do it. One of my first thoughts upon finishing The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns was, ‘This book is The Irresistible Revoltion (by Shane Claiborne) for people with a mortgage.’ The Irresistible Revolution ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 7/28 Lorene Doucett wrote: this hub: edit stats delete tools: start a new hub The Hole in The Gospel66 By Its Angel The Hole in our Gospel The Hole in our Gospel Richard Stearns has written a written a wonderful and inspirational story of his fight with himself to take over World Vision, US. nHe sound so much ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/27 Stephen Chatelier wrote: Discussion surrounding the task of Christian discipleship often ends up capitulating to the dichotomization so embedded in our Western ways of thinking. Richard Stearns, president of World Vision USA, attempts to avoid this in, The Hole in Our Gospel, by suggesting that (evangelical) Christians need ... The Hole in Our Gospel: Book Review
On 7/24 Mike Van Hoozer wrote: “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” - Frederick Buechner In his book, The Hole in Our Gospel, Richard Stearns authentically relates his journey from being a CEO who was living the good life to a servant leader who is living the good ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/23 Amy Nabors wrote: Are we here in the United States missing something in our view of Christ’s gospel? Do we see our faith within the walls of our churches? Why do the Christians in the U.S. seem to do less for the world’s poor than Hollywood and international celebrities? In The Hole in Our Gospel, Richard Stearns ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/22 Craig Eddy wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers, the first book I chose to review was one that Michael Hyatt, CEO of Thomas Nelson, had often quoted in his tweets: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns, President of World Vision. I had the priviledge of reading this book while on vacation, ... A Book That Changed My Life
On 7/22 Casey Cariker wrote: ave you ever turned the TV channels and thought, "another needy person in a foreign country"? Have you ever watched the commercials and wondered "how many ministries help small children with food, and how do I know if they can be trusted?" Ever found yourself arguing over "where you will eat out again ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 7/22 Cindy Loven wrote: What does God expect of us? The answer that changed Richard Stearns life and might just change the world, is found in this book. The Hole in our Gospel is the story of how a CEO of a luxury company, became the President of World Vision. How Richard Stearn's life became of life of doing God's work instead ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 7/21 Lori Kibby wrote: If you have ever felt like there must be more to being a Christian than just showing up in church and feeling like you are just going through the motions then "The Hole In Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns is for you. It helps you put action to your faith. This is one of the best books I have ever read ... An excellent book that touches the heart of the reader!
On 7/21 Brandon Jones wrote: My latest book as a Thomas Nelson book reviewer was The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns. Stearns is the president of WorldVision and this book outlines both how he came to find himself president of this magnificent non-profit and how it has changed him (transformed might be a better signifier). It starts with ... The Hole In Our Gospel: Reviewed
On 7/21 David Ketter wrote: “I know what I call you in Bemba” Vincent said, “Umuntu! It means you’re like me!” Those were words that were told me on a recent trip I made to Ndola, Zambia to assist in the building of a school. In writing The Hole in Our Gospel, Stearns notes that the Gospel we preach has ... Review: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/19 Renee Gardiner wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel is the story of Richard Stearns who rose from a poor young man to being the CEO of major corporations through his own hard word and determination. One day he wakes up to find he is being called by God to make a major life change, to step down from his lucrative position and move ... Preach the gospel always. Use words if necessary.
On 7/18 Jean Robor wrote: As I began reading The Hole In Our Gospel, I was hooked before I'd finished the Prologue. Author Richard Stearns drew me in as he shared his personal views, from his youth when he arrogantly declared he would "never become a Christian!" to refusing to register for wedding gifts, stating, "As long as ... The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/18 Susan Lawrence wrote: This book caused me to question how I think about some things and how I respond. And it spurred me to action. To start with, it's a great story, but what makes stories impactful and memorable is their underlying substance, and this is real life-changing stuff. I highly recommend The Hole in Our Gospel ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/17 James Coles wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel is an inspirational call to compassion and action from the president of World Vision, the world's largest humanitarian organization. It was written to kindle a love of the world's poor and that "others might see the things that break God's heart" (page 146). His compelling argument ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Sterns
On 7/17 Douglas Smith wrote: This is another book I probably would have never read if I wasn’t a part of Thomas Nelson’s Books for Bloggers Program. This book is written by Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision. Let me start off by saying that this should be required reading if you’re breathing! This would make a ... Book Review: The Hold in Our Gospel (A Must Read)
On 7/17 Ben Tune wrote: How could twelve disciples change the world two thousahd years ago when two billion Christians can't today? If we are proclaimers of the Good News, why does our message bring so little joy? If we cary the Light, why do so many wander in darkness? We are missing something. There is a hole in our Gospel.This ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/16 Allison Amaro wrote: As a Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger (http://brb.thomasnelson.com/) I had the opportunity to read The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns and it was fantastic. His is the story of a man who left his exceedingly wealthy life as a corporate CEO to become the president of an organization to help the ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/16 Angela King wrote: What does discipleship mean and how can we become disciples of Christ in the world around us? These questions are addressed in Richard Stearns' book "The Hole in Our Gospel." As President of World Vision U.S., Stearns has discipled and ministered to people in need throughout the world. He calls us to ... "The Hole in Our Gospel"--a book review
On 7/16 Nicole Grisham wrote: I was so excited when I chose my next Thomas Nelson Blogger Book Review Book. I wanted to choose a book that was different that what I had been reading. The “try these (insert number here) steps to be a happier you that people will suddenly want to be around you and your life won’t ... Book Review Time
On 7/16 Tracey Brewer wrote: What am I as a Christian doing to live out my faith by ministering to the needs of others? That is the question asked by Richard Stearns in his book The Hole in Our Gospel. He lays a foundation for the responsibility we have as believers in Christ to "show our faith by our works" and then goes on to ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/16 Jared Totten wrote: While the gospel of social justice is a popular topic today, it is refreshing to read a presentation of the Gospel that gives both spiritual transformation and social justice its biblical due. Richard Stearns, president of World Vision, has written a compelling book that pulls the blinders off of our ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/15 J.D. Wymer wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel presents the vision of a fuller gospel, stemming from the personal experiences of Richard Stearns. Stearns has led World Vision since 1998, after a career in corporate America. This book is a personal challenge to Christians, particularly prosperous American Christians satisfied ... Book: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/15 Roxanne Carson wrote: I have been given the privilege to read and review the Book The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns. And I must admit when I picked this book to read I was worried that I may pick it up, read a few pages and put it down but instead I was inspired to lead a new life and all due to this book and the ... The Hole In Our Gospel Book Review
On 7/15 Nate Payne wrote: “2000 years ago 12 men changed the world” This was a statement made by Richard Stearns in is book titled The Hole in Our Gospel. Richard, former CEO of a Lenox left the company, his big house, nice cars, and I am sure a nice paycheck. He left all to work for World Vision a Christian Humanitarian ... The hole in out Gospel
On 7/14 Cody Stauffer wrote: What if what we have been presenting as the gospel has really been only half the gospel? How would things be different if we opened our eyes to the "whole" gospel? What did Jesus mean when he said "The Kingdom of God is in you?"In The Hole In Our Gospel, president of World Vision U.S. Richard Stearns ... The Hole In Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns
On 7/14 Carmen Lester wrote: "The idea behind "The Hole in Our Gospel" is quite simple., It's basically the belief that being a Christian, or follower of Jesus Christ, requirs much more than just having a person and transforming relationship with God. it also entails a public and transforming relationship with the world", states ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 7/13 Charmaine Huey wrote: If I had one word to say about Richard Stearns book, "The Hole In Our Gospel", it would be "challenging". I found the journey that Mr. Stearns life took to get to what seems to be his job of calling with World Vision not what we as Christians think it would be for people like him. He made the story of ... When Necessary Use Words
On 7/13 Janae DeWeese wrote: I just finished “The Hole in Our Gospel” by Richard Stearns. Richard is the president of World Vision, an international ministry that reaches out to the poor and impoverished people of various nations. I wasn’t excited about reading another book that made me feel bad about what I wasn’t doing ... The Hole in Our Gospel - Book Review
On 7/13 Cassandra Hale wrote: Never before have I read a book that captivated both my mind and my heart, save God’s Word. The Hole in Our Gospel: The Answer That Changed My Life And Might Just Change The World, by Richard Stearns, was a powerful read. With the plethora of books out today, I find myself overwhelmed with choices. ... The Hole in Our Gospel: The Answer That Changed My Life And Might Just Change The World
On 7/13 Kris Dekker wrote: Richard Stearns’ The Hole in Our Gospel is a response to the incredibly simple - but widely forgotten - question, “what does God expect of us?” As one might expect from the president of a compassion organization, his answer has to do with, well … compassion. Stearns sees this as an expression ... Whole or "Hole"? Tell the Gospel Truth
On 7/13 Craig Owens wrote: When I first heard the title of Richard Stearns’ book — The Hole In Our Gospel — a thought crept into my mind. When I read on the back cover the phrase “to walk with the poorest of the poor in our world,” I was convinced: I just knew this book was going to be ... The Hole In Our Gospel (book review)
On 7/12 Andrew Garrett wrote: Whether you are a person who can relate to numbers and statistics or not, it is hard to not be moved by the figures presented by Richard Stearns’ new book, The Hole in Our Gospel. Stearns, the President and CEO of World Vision, shares startling facts regarding the poverty in the world and the response, ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/12 Shirley Kurtz wrote: I am a member of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program. You can be, too, by clicking here.This is a very well written book from an insider's perspective regarding many issues surrounding the global poverty crisis facing our world today. Stunning statistics intermixed with tales from Rich's own ... Book Review - The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/12 Jared Blankenship wrote: I recently finished the book “The Hole in our Gospel” by World Vision President Richard Stearns. I selected this book as a part of the Thomas Nelson bloggers program purely because of the title. I was curious to see what hole someone else saw in the gospel that many of the churches in North America ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 7/12 Sherri Nelson wrote: In his book Stearns tries to get us to see that North American Christians are not doing what God has called us to do, love our neighbors! Millions of people die every year because we have become complacent and comfortable. This book is a wake up call and a plea for us to not be lukewarm any longer, to ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/11 Cindy Graves wrote: Richard Stearns asks some pretty tough questions in his book, The Hole in Our Gospel. What does God expect of us? Are you willing to be open to God's will for your life? What if there are children who will suffer somehow because I failed to obey God? What if my cowardice costs even one child ... Required Reading for all Humanity
On 7/10 Danny Bixby wrote: What does God expect of us? That is the central question resonating throughout Richard Stearns' book The Hole in our Gospel. Personally, I believe the answer to this question can be overwhelming at times, as does the author, but he presents his case with amazing simplicity and a level of personal conviction ... The Hole in our Gospel, quick review
On 7/10 Margie Hendricks wrote: Richard Stearns, former CEO of Parker Brothers and Lenox, shares his testimony of the Lord's movement in his life. He tells of his struggle with the calling the Lord placed on him to leave his corporate world and become the U.S. President of World Vision, a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/9 Tonia Lyons wrote: What does God expect of us? That's one of the questions Richard Stearns asks (and faced himself) in his book, The Hole in Our Gospel. Once CEO of Lenox, Inc., Stearns now manages the helm of World Vision U.S. Through his work he has seen the suffering and injustice that many people face around the ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/9 Jon Pfeiffer wrote: Richard Stearns essentially points out that Ephesians 2:8-9 "8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:Not of works, lest any man should boast." cannot be understood without looking at the next verse: "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus ... Hole in Our Gospel Book Review
On 7/8 Shirley Rempel wrote: What Does God Expect of Us?" This question is posed by Stearns on the cover of his book, and is asked regularly throughout the book. Never have I been more challenged by a book, never. The Hole In Our Gospel has changed my life. And it will change yours too. In fact, I truly believe that every Christian ... Life Changing!
On 7/8 PJ Friedel wrote: Can you imagine being hungry and thirsty? REALLY hungry and thirsty. So hungry that you are willing to give away your child to a stranger so that they will feed him? That actually happens in our world. 9 million people per year die of hunger. And so tells the tale of this extremely life changing book ... The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/8 Andy Darnell wrote: I finished this book a few days ago, and wanted to write about it. I had absolutely no idea going into reading this book what it was about. I had heard that it was a good read and was not disappointed. Rich Stearns is the United States President of World Vision. The first several chapters describes ... The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 7/8 Nancy Mitchell wrote: You Are Here -->Don’t you love those three words? What good is a map without knowing your current location? How else can we know which direction leads to our destination? This book identified very clearly where I stand in relation to what I profess to believe.Normally I could have read this book ... Latest Book Review
On 7/8 Melissa R wrote: "Two thousand years ago, twelve people changed the world. Rich Stearns believes it can happen again." These words drew me into reading The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns. A former corporate CEO, Stearns tells the story of how he left the corporate world to become president of World Vision. The ... The Hole in Our Gospel: Book Review
On 7/8 Quiara Hazlewood wrote: I’m reading The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns as part of the Thomas Nelson blogger review program. I’d hoped for something revolutionary. I’d hoped to hear the words of one who’d found a nuance in the great commission pushing him or her to enact actual change. I wanted, I guess, ... The Hole In This Book
On 7/7 Justin Camblin wrote: SummaryThe Hole in our Gospel is published by Thomas Nelson and written by Richard Stearns, who is the president of World Vision, US, which is a Christian humanitarian aid organization. The book is a hybrid. It's part memoir and part rallying-call. Stearns balances his story with broader applications ... Book Review: The Hole in our Gospel
On 7/6 Yipeng Huang wrote: The Hole in our Gospel offers readers an opportunity to get inside the head of Richard Stearns, President the humongous aid organization World Vision, and former CEO of multiple companies. This was reason enough for me to read the book, but Richard spoke not only to the head but also to my heart. The ... Highly Recommended!
On 7/6 Mary DeMuth wrote: I love the availability and accessibility of this book, love how it helps me see Jesus, His world, and the plight of most of the people populating it. Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision, pens an almost memoiresque book, sharing his journey from upper echelon corporate executive to lamenting ... Expose Your Holes!
On 7/6 Albert McIlhenny wrote: Christianity In Crisis: The 21st Century - Hank Hanegraaff Thomas Nelson (March 3, 2009) Topic: Protestantism Summary: An update of his expose on the heretical teachings of the Word Faith movment Rating: No one has managed to shed light on the heresy that is the Word Faith Movement in the Church as clearly and strongly as Hank ... Book Review: Money Grubbing Charlatans - The Next Generation
On 7/6 Misty Paige wrote: I just finished The Hole in Our Gospel and cannot tell you how strongly I want to recommend that you read this book. Richard Stearns, president of World Vision does an excellent job of painting a very clear and real picture of the condition of our world. While the facts and statistics he provides are ... A MUST read - The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/6 Buzz Brockway wrote: Richard Stearns is the President of World Vision US, a Christian relief organization headquartered near Seattle. “The Hole In Our Gospel” takes us through his personal journey that lead from a lucrative CEO position to World Vision, and urges Christians to fulfill Jesus’ words in Matthew ... “The Hole In Our Gospel” by Richard Stearns
On 7/5 Mark Russell wrote: Preach the Gospel Always: When Necessary, Use Words When followers of Christ become socially conscious about global issues, one of the first things that becomes discussed is the role or necessity of a verbal proclamation of the gospel. There are typically two camps: One believes that the good deeds ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/5 John J Volk wrote: I am reading "The Hole in our Gospel." by Richard Stearns who is the US President of World Vision. About half way through today. After the first few chapters which also contain Mr. Stearns' testimony about how a man who had everything in this life gave it up to follow the call of God to become US President ... A bit about me
On 7/4 Jennifer Spica wrote: As you may remember, I am a Thomas Nelson Publisher book reviewer. Its a great program and I enjoy doing it. The book I recently finished reading was The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns. He is the current president of World Vision- an amazing organization that is commited to serving and helping ... Book Review- The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/4 Denise Oldham wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel, written by Richard Stearns, President of World Vision. : This is definitely a Must read. Richard Stearns has a way of getting straight to the heart of the matter, and at the same time, touching your heart with the tragic truth. We as a people, and as a Christian Nation, must take ... The Hole In Our Gospel By Richard Stearns
On 7/3 Laura Bowman wrote: This book is a MUST read. Written by Richard Stearns, president of World Vision, The Hole in Our Gospel is a powerful book the reminds us of the churches mission/purpose. As I read I was convicted of how far we have wondered from what we have been called to do. We have defined missions as taking Jesus ... The Hole in Our Gospel review
On 7/3 Diana Shores wrote: When I first started to read this book, I thought it was going to be some sort of Bible study. Perhaps in a way it is, but it is more a call to action than just something to read and ponder. Richard Stearns presents this hole in our gospel, but before he does, he tells us about his life, his journey ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/2 Wendy Packard wrote: This book is Richard Stearns testimony and perspective on how we as Americans have lost touch with what the whole gospel entails and the commitment we have lost in surrendering to the call to take care of our neighbors. We have been told that we just ask the Lord in our hearts and make a one time decision ... A Hole in our gospel
On 7/2 Gina Flynn wrote: When I first picked up The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns I thought it would be about Stearns' personal journey to becoming the president of World Vision. What I discovered as I read the book was so much more powerful and potentially life-changing for readers. While Stearns does share parts of ... Book Review - The Hole In Our Gospel
On 7/2 Angie Alden wrote: Warning: Only read this book if you are prepared to consider drastic changes in your thinking and in your life. Richard Stearns, who heads World Vision, presents both an interesting story and a compelling challenge in this well-crafted work, The Hole in Our Gospel. It was a book I could not put down. ... The Hole in Our Gospel - Book Review
On 7/1 Steven Chance wrote: If you only read one book this year, read The Hole In The Gospel by Richard Stearns. Stearns had it all. As the head of a major company, his was a life that dreams are made of. With a wonderful and caring family living in a ten-bedroom home, he was the poster child for the successful American Christian ... This Is A Must Read Book
On 7/1 Jeremy Keegan wrote: The more I read this book, the more I wanted to read it. Richard Stearns (the author) does a really good job of building momentum throughout the book. You begin getting small ideas about the problems of the world, and then it builds into the middle to late part of the book into full blown, unbelievable ... The Hole in Our Gospel - Book Review
On 6/30 Diane Kinney wrote: This compelling book about the gospel as a whole challenged my responsibilities as a believer. We are not to just go out and make disciples but also to make a difference in the lives of those in the world around us. And this world includes the whole world. The devastation that Stearns describes ... There is hope...
On 6/30 Jaime Plank wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel asserts that the Gospel message of salvation is not simply to have a nice retirement home in the after-life, but to actually bring the kingdom of God to earth, as the transformational people that Jesus intended us to be through caring for the poor, the sick, the hungry, the naked. Rich ... Book Review
On 6/28 jesse giglio wrote: Iʻve been to Africa. Held AIDS orphans in my arms. Iʻm involved with the church full time. Iʻve seldom been able to reconcile the two. Richard Stearnsʻ The Hole In Our Gospel is about that. About the realigning of our faith so that those two things are one in the same. The social justice movement ... The Hole In Our Gospel : Review
On 6/28 brandon riley wrote: I started reading the “Hole in our Gospel” several weeks ago and it quickly became one of those books I couldn’t put down. Author Richard Stearns also President of World Vision tells a very personal and gripping story of a modern rich young ruler that when heard the call to sell everything and ... the Hole in our Gospel
On 6/27 Deanna Germany wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us? By: Richard StearnsThomas Nelson / 2009 Book Description: The Hole in Our Gospel is the compelling true ... The Hole In The Gospel
On 6/25 Aaron Reddin wrote: As someone who works in full-time outreach ministry, I was more than anxious to read this book. Those of us who work in this type of ministry tend to see the world a little different than most. That’s why I wanted to know what Richard Stearns would have to say about the gospel, especially if ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 6/24 Rachel Frank wrote: What does God expect of us? This is the question that Richard Stearns has provided an answer for in his book “The Hole In Our Gospel”. Stearns explains what most of us are missing as we live our lives as Christ’s followers. He explains how many have left out a major ... “The Hole In Our Gospel” by Richard Stearns
On 6/24 Samuel Spangler wrote: Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision, has written a book that could very well change the way you look at your involvement and responsibility in sharing the Gospel. The Hole in Our Gospel challenges the reader to take a fresh look at the way Jesus proclaimed His message and the Commission that ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 6/23 David LaDuke wrote: God dragged Richard Stearns kicking and screaming into the presidency of World Vision. The experience is documented in his book The Hole In Our Gospel. Part personal memoir, part missions activism, this is a wonderful book that encourages us to bring balance to our faith by getting involved in the plight ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 6/23 Valerie Dykstra wrote: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 The Hole in Our Gospel, by Richard Sterns The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Sterns is a book capable of changing lives; the lives of those who read it and the lives of those that benefit from our having read it. It begins with Sterns sharing his testimony and more specifically ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 6/23 Freddie Teague wrote: In "The Hole in our Gospel," Rich Stearns, brings the need to true face. It is real. It is evident and it should be something that we, as followers of Christ, should reflect and be moved by these needs. Rich Stearns, displays this picture not in a overwhelming or guilt-played way to make you feel like ... The Voice of the Oppressed and the Marginalized
On 6/22 Jeremy Walker wrote: It was with a great amount of anticipation that I finally was able to sit down and read through "The Hole In Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns. After reading the introduction and first two chapters of this book, I turned to my wife and said "I think that this book is pretty much going to mess me up as I ... Book Review - The Hole In Our Gospel
On 6/22 Trent Cornwell wrote: I found "The Hole in Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns to be captivating and very inspirational. As a student pastor of a fairly young church I have seen countless ways for our young people to show compassion to a hurting community. This is a book that I will challenge all of our youth volunteers to read. ... Richard Stearns represents more than World Vision, he stands between those who have and those who are in need.
On 6/22 Amy Sorrells wrote: The church is losing its relevancy. It’s disappearing into an abyss of self-indulgence and disregard for injustice and inhumanity that is, as Stearns calls it, The Hole in Our Gospel. As President of World Vision, Richard Stearns describes the depth and grave reality of disease, poverty and hopelessness ... Book review: The Hole in Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns
On 6/14 AnnieLaurie Walters wrote: This new book by World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns, published by Thomas Nelson Publishing, is an excellent survey regarding poverty, Christian responsibility, and the global church. The book is lengthy, nearly 300 pages, and ends with a call to action by President Stearns: You, Me, Let’s Go! We have work to do and its ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 6/5 Jesse Medina wrote: In a Christian world represented by private individual relationships with Jesus, altar calls, and personal holiness, Richard Stearns asks: is there a hole in our gospel. To answer this question, one must first ask what it is that God wants of us and while affirming the more traditional answers (i.e. ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 5/30 Tony Moore wrote: 26,500 children died yesterday. 26,500 died today. 26,500 will die tomorrow, and the next day, and the next, all due to poverty-related causes (lack of food, lack of clean water, lack of medical care, etc.). And yet each one of these deaths is preventable, provided that those with means - you, for instance ... It's not about the statistics, but the statistics are astonishing.
On 5/29 Courtney Joseph wrote: Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision has a new book out titled "The Hole In Our Gospel". As I cracked open this nearly 300 page book I found a biography of a man that compelled me. Richard was a godly husband and father to 5 children and was the President of Lenox China before giving up his ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 5/29 Megan Kaeb wrote: Every once in a great while I run across a book so relevant, inspiring and convicting that I want every one I know to read it. The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns is one of those books.This is a book I highlighted, pondered, and read out loud to whoever would listen. In it, Mr. Stearns, president ... Book Review: The Hole in our Gospel
On 5/26 David Norman wrote: In The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns, the author and president of World Vision describes the void that has been created by a Christianity that has altered and weakened the Gospel. He shares his story, and those of so many others, whose lives have not only been transformed by the Gospel, but by ... The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 5/25 Chuck Allen wrote: On occasion you will find a book that inspires or challenges. Even more rarely, you will find a book that spurs you to action. The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns does all of this. The book tells the story of CEO Richard Stearns' call to service while at the same time painting a clear picture of ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 5/21 Lori Kasbeer wrote: Two thousand years ago, twelve people changed the world. Stearns believes it can happen again. “Preach the gospel always; when necessary use words.” “God is responsible for the harvest—but we must plant, water, and cultivate the seeds.” “We have shrunk Jesus to the size where He can save ... Living Out of My Comfort Zone Has Become a New Norm
On 5/21 Tim Blair wrote: Have you ever read a book you felt was written for an audience of one - you? "The Hole In Our Gospel" by Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision, U.S. is one of those books for me. My takeaway is this: "That which breaks the heart of God, should also break my heart." Mr. Stearns mentions ... The Hole In Our Gospel - Richard Stearns
On 5/21 Jeff Miller wrote: Oh, wow. Talk about a book that will make you determine if you are really living out the "second greatest commandment." Richard Stearns, once the president and CEO of the luxury good manufacturer Lenox and now president of World Vision U.S., relates his journey from unbeliever, to sold-out believer, ... Crafting a Whole Gospel
On 5/19 George Marshall wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel What does God expect of Us? The Answer that Changed my Life and Might Just Change the World Author: Richard Stearns Soft Cover, 304 pages Publisher: Thomas Nelson Language: English ISBN-13: 9780785229186 Thanks, first, to Thomas Nelson for this review copy of The Hole In Our ... Review of The Hole In Our Gospel
On 5/18 Jason Taber wrote: I finished reading The Hole In Our Gospel some time ago. I was unsure of the best way to review this because there is much good and bad in the book. The author Richard Stearns heads the World Vision organization which I support with my money. I understand an appreciate his goal for this organization ... The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 5/18 Joshua Shiver wrote: Recently I was given the opportunity to review Rick Stearns' book “The Hole in Our Gospel.” As the President and CEO of World Vision, a Christian humanitarian organization devoted to helping the “least of these...”, no one should have more to say about helping the poor and downtrodden than Stearns ... Must Read for Everyone!
On 5/18 Robin Shope wrote: A Hole In The Gospel*Is There a Hole in Your Heart?, May 18, 2009 By Robin Shope "A Serial Writer" (Texas) - See all my reviews Title and Author: A Hole is the Gospel by Richard Stearns. 320 pages Publisher: Thomas Nelson I am not much of a non-fiction reader but the author ... A Hole IN The Gospel*Is There A Hole in Your Heart?
On 5/16 Daisy Sutherland wrote: The title captured my attention immediately, I was very intrigued to begin reading this book. The book is titled ‘The Hole in Our Gospel’ and is written by Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision. But, Richard Stearns did not start off as the president of such an organization, he was actually a corporate CEO ... The Hole in Our Gospel - A Review
On 5/16 Michelle Van Loon wrote: Saved by faith. Saved for works.Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision, describes the relationship between faith and works in his compelling book The Hole In Our Gospel (Nelson). I expected the president of World Vision to take on the Western church's blindness toward both the practical and spiritual ... Book review: The Hole in our Gospel
On 5/15 Ben Birdsong wrote: In The Whole in Our Gospel: The Answer that Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World, Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision, makes a call for a holistic gospel which does not just consist of correct theological convictions but also includes having the heart of Jesus for the least of these. This ... Book Review- The Hole in Our Gospel
On 5/14 Lisa Lickel wrote: Richard Stearns, former corporate America CEO of such giants as Parker Brothers and Lenox, recounts his quest to practice his Christian faith in The Hole in Our Gospel. The premise of his journey is the answer to the question “What does God Expect of us?” Stearns, who became president of World Vision ... A Challenging Read
On 5/14 Meghan Jones wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel is the story of Richard Stearns, president of World Vision, and his journey from the top of the corporate ladder, hitting his “American Dream,” to his experience aiding the poor and following God’s plan for his life. The “hole” that Stearns speaks of is the ministry of ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 5/13 Andrew Comings wrote: Before reading "The Hole in our Gospel", the back cover gave me pause. How much was I going to gain from a book recommended by Madelein Albright? Quite a lot, actuallly. There are many areas where Mr. Stearns and I disagree theologically (see below). However, we are in perfect agreement when it comes ... Book Review: The Hole in our Gospel
On 5/5 Jason Skipper wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns ISBN:9780785229186 The Hole In Our Gospel(henceforth “Hole”) is a disconcerting book. Richard Stearns, president of World Vision shakes the reader to his core. Stearns chronicles his own journey to the top of the corporate ladder, his realization of the ... Book Review: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 5/4 Michael Carnell wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel: What does God expect of Us? The Answer that Changed my Life and Might Just Change the World is not so much about a hole in the gospel or the Bible as it is about a hole in the way people live their lives. People today are caught up ...a Review: The Hole In The Gospel Related ... Review: The Hole In The Gospel
On 5/4 Beverly Moore wrote: Now I don't mind anyone else reading this post because it is important for all, but this post is specifically a reminder to those of us who call ourselves Christ followers. So here it goes, Christians in the US, we are failing with the gospel! We have what Richard Stearns, President of World Vision, ... For the Eyes of Christians Only
On 5/4 brian Johnson wrote: Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision, argues in his book, “The Hole in our Gospel” that the church is missing something. Through his own testimony of how God led him from being the CEO of a profitable company, to being the president of World Vision. Through bible verses, stories, quotes ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 5/3 Chantal Wiebe wrote: Did you know that if you are reading this post, you are probably very wealthy and didn't even know it? In fact, if you make $25, 000 per year you are in the top 97th percentile of the world's wealthiest people. Over 2.6 billion people live on less than $2 per day but the average North American lives ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 5/3 Estela Sagredo wrote: As a Christian believer on her way to be "reborn", I began reading "The Hole in our Gospel" by Richard Stearns expecting to be given pause in my faith. The title seemed to depict a critic's view of Christianity. I was hesitant to start, since my recent re-entry into the church was still edged with doubts ... "The Hole in our Gospel" by Richard Stearns---Book Review
On 5/2 Julie Klassen wrote: If you are ready to have your world view changed or at least seriously challenged, then “The Hole in our Gospel” is a must read. The author, Richard Stearns, is the President of World Vision US. Not only is the book a moving account of his own faith journey, but also a window into his ministry and ... Stirring Thought and Emotion
On 4/30 Dennis Muse wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision published by Thomas Nelson, is a compelling call to Christ-followers to know and understand the whole gospel, and our obligation to take it to the world. This book is amazing; it is one of best books I have read in a long ... Book Review: Hole In Our Gospel, by Richard Stearns
On 4/28 Joe Donaldson wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel, is a compelling call to Christ-followers to see the gospel as more than a just theological reality that paves the way for believers to be reconciled to God, but as a very real presence in our lives that calls us to respond to the needs of some of the most vulnerable around the ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 4/27 Chris Mattix wrote: “What I have discovered in my travels to more than forty countries with World Vision is that almost all poverty is fundamentally the result of a lack of options. It is not that the poor are lazier, less intelligent, or unwilling to make efforts to change their condition. Rather, it is that they are ... Changing your thinking with "A Hole in the Gospel"
On 4/27 Andrew McCullough wrote: What does God expect of me? Richard Stearns, the President of World Vision, points out that this question is a profound one for those who say they follow Christ. Stearns' answer to this question is laid out in his excellent book, The Hole in our Gospel. Stearns writes passionately that God calls ... The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 4/27 Alana Peterson wrote: 5.0 out of 5 stars Don't Struggle, read this book!, April 27, 2009 By Alana Peterson "APeterson" (Southern NJ, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME) In a world where the richest countries in the world seem to think only of themselves, people are struggling to find their place, as God sees it. Richard ... Don't Struggle, Read this!
On 4/25 Cheryl Kosec wrote: Richard Stearns’ transformation from corporate giant to President of World Vision forms the basis of this incredibly gripping portrayal of God working through one individual to make a difference in the world. The point of the book, is that God is working in each of us, and the “Hole” in our Gospel ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 4/25 Brandon Vogt wrote: Recently, I was sent a copy of “The Hole In Our Gospel” to read and review. Written by the U.S. President of World Vision, Richard Stearns, the book journeys into the great problems of the world and analyzes how Christians, specifically in America, relate to them. Seeing that the book was penned ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 4/24 Rev. Seth Jones wrote: Richard Stearns, the president of World Vision US, has written a powerful testament to the strenght of Christ in the world. He has also born deep witness to the great need for Christ in the world. As president of World Vision, Stearns has the truly amazing experience of traveling around the world to ... The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 4/22 Sarah Katie wrote: ~My Review This book is amazing, it will be on my favorite books of 2009, possibly even my favorite books of all time! It’s a book that you can’t walk away from unchanged or at least unchallenged. I think the most amazing thing about this book is that is is so much more than him, the author and ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 4/20 Jonathan Griffiths wrote: When I began reading “The Hole in Our Gospel” as part of the Book Review Bloggers initiative, I had this sense that I was about to read a dangerous book. My interest had begun from the provocative title, because I was hoping against hope that Richard Stearns would do a better job than many of ... The Hole In Our Gospel (a review)
On 4/19 Susan Barclay wrote: by Richard StearnsThomas Nelson, 2009(includes a study guide)Richard Stearns is the current president of World Vision U.S, a Christian non-profit organization. He did not seek this position, but accepted it reluctantly as God's will for his life, after much objection and delay. Since joining the charity ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 4/17 Violet Nesdoly wrote: Title: The Hole In Our GospelAuthor: Richard StearnsPublisher: Thomas Nelson, March 10, 2009, Hardcover, 320 pagesISBN-10: 0785229183ISBN-13: 978-0785229186You know how sometimes vanilla people can go all salsa on us? They’re bland and ordinary until they experience a pivotal event like a spouse being ... book review: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 4/17 Bryon Mondok wrote: The Hole in Our GospelAuthor: Richard StearnsNashville, Thomas Nelson, 2009Number of pages: 279 The Hole in Our Gospel analyzes modern Christendom’s commitment to the whole gospel. “More and more, our view of the gospel has been narrowed to a simple transaction, marked by checking a box on ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 4/16 Mocha with Linda wrote: Some books are fluff. Some are thought-provoking. And some should come with a Surgeon General's warning:WARNING: Reading this book may be dangerous to your spiritual status quo and cause squirming and conviction.The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns is one such book.Richard Stearns wastes no time ... The Hole in Our Gospel
On 4/16 Steve Reed wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns is a book that comes along once in a very long time. One that can change lives. It’s the story of Richard Stearns, once a highly successful CEO and devout Christian that received Gods call to give up his posh lifestyle and help the starving in Africa. That’s ... The Hole In Our Gospel…
On 4/14 Jeff Kuhn wrote: I just finished reading The Hole in Our Gospel by World Vision CEO Richard Stearns. Stearns tells a powerful and compelling story of the events that lead him from being the President and CEO of the Lennox China Company to his current role at World Vision. But it's about more than just his transition. ... The Hole in Our Gospel...
On 4/12 Noreen Radcliff wrote: Do not read this book if you want to stay comfortable and in a bubble of the status quo. This is a disturbing book, yet it is one that should be required for every comfortable person who calls themselves a Christian. At some point while you are reading this book you must make a decision to ignore what ... Do not read this book...
On 4/11 Shelby Dawson wrote: What Does God Expect of Us? The Hole in the Gospel by Richard Stearns. This was a very touching and thought provoking book, one I am glad I chose to read. Richard Stearns exemplifies what Christianity is all about and what selling out to Jesus is. By reading this book, I have reexamined my own life as ... The Hole in The Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 4/9 Melissa Stebbins wrote: I received The Hole in Our Gospel as part of the Book Review Bloggers program with Thomas Nelson. Richard Stearns is president of World Vision U.S. and in this book he puts out a call to Christians to embrace the whole gospel and get serious about bringing God’s love to a world that is full of injustice. ... The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 4/8 Rebekah Carpenter wrote: Have you ever had the feeling there was more that you could do to make a difference in the world? In THE HOLE IN OUR GOSPEL, Richard Stearns offers practical wisdom about how to do just that. He says God wants us to love Him, to love our neighbors, and to make disciples of others who will do the same. ... A Call to Action
On 4/8 Kevin Hanson wrote: This is an excellent textbook in social concern for the Christian. Richard Stearns, President of World Vision, makes a very thorough argument for the necessity of Christian concern for "the least of these" around the world. He begins personally, discussing his own calling from a lucrative position as ... But Will We Listen
On 4/7 Julie Albin wrote: Sometimes you have to let go of something good, to make room for something great. That’s what author Richard Stearns had to learn when he was asked to give up his dream job as a corporate CEO to become the president of World Vision. I loved reading about the many ways God worked through people and ... The Hole In Our Gospel
On 4/6 Bob Lewis wrote: The Hole In Our Gospel, Richard Stearns, Thomas Nelson. The President of World Vision has written a mind-gripping, heart-engaging story of the staggering need among the poor of the world. He has also reminded us of God’s sovereign preparation of a servant to lead an organization raised up to address ... AQn Unholy Hole
On 4/6 Christina Banks wrote: "At the outset, I stated that I have struggled all my lige with the implications of the gospel of Jesus Christ. I have wrestled and continue to wrestle with all the issues raised in this book. What is my responsibility to the poor? How should I use my money? How do I deal with my own self-centeredness? ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 4/4 Laura Navarro wrote: I joined the Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers and the third book I requested and reviewed was The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns. Here is the blurb that interested me enough to finish Christianity in Crisis so I could review it and request this one. “Preach the Gospel always. Use words if necessary.” ... Book Review: The Hole in Our Gospel
On 4/4 Lucille Zimmerman wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us? The Answer That Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World? by Richard Stearns It’s 1998 and Richard Stearns’ heart is breaking as he sits in a mud hut and listens to the story of an orphaned child in Rakai, Uganda. His journey to this place ... The Hole in Our Gospel: What Does God Expect of Us?
On 4/2 Luanne DeBoth wrote: As I sit down to contemplate reviewing my next book for Thomas Nelson Publishing, The Hole In Our Gospel, by the president of World Vision, Richard Stearns, my mind whirls with all the concepts that I wrestled with while reading.Firstly, let me sum up the author's journey from CEO to top corporations, ... The Hole In Our Gospel--Book Review
On 3/29 Stacy Zogheib wrote: What would happen if we woke to this headline: "One Hundred Jetliners Crash, Killing 26,500"? Given that there's a public outcry (and rightly so) when just one jetliner crashes, I can't even imagine the media coverage, photos, government investigations, and economic impact of 100 crashing jetliners. ... Book Review: The Hole in our Gospel
On 3/29 Doug Black wrote: It’s hard for some of us to imagine the most destitute and vile corners of the globe. The filth, the disease, the poverty, the violence. Richard Stearns has seen these places, and God has used it to change his life. Throughout “The Hole in Our Gospel”, Stearns shows how the gospel has become ... BOOK REVIEW: The Hole In Our Gospel
On 3/29 Clifton Ditmore wrote: A lot of good things get holes in them. I have discovered holes in my pockets, my socks, my shoes, and just this morning I found a hole in the bottom of the basket in my pool strainer. These are all valuable things—but none as valuable as the gospel. Richard Stearns says we have a hole in our gospel. ... WHAT DOES GOD EXPECT OF US?
On 3/29 Cherie Hill wrote: Before reading “The Hole In Our Gospel,” I was convinced that there was only one book in the world that could radically change a person’s life-the Bible…..but I was wrong. After finishing this book, if you live the very next day of your life in the same way as you lived the last, you will have ... Soul Gripping-Radically Life Transforming
On 3/27 Michael Sharrow wrote: Richard Stearns is not known for abusing his platform position in verbose publications. Yet, having steered the globally revered World Vision organization for years in its multi-faceted assault on world hunger, death, depravity and darkness with a mantra of active faith, living hope and radiant love ... Embody the Revolution of Good Tidings
On 3/27 Deena Peterson wrote: I'm still, even after over two years of blogging, amazed at God's timing in the books I read. He always places in my hand the book that speaks to me the most at just the right time, and He's done it again with Richard Stearns moving autobiography and examination of how we are taking the gospel to the ... The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns
On 3/27 Tim George wrote: How does an Ivy league graduate running a major corporation end up leaving his life of jaguars and corporate jets behind to minister to people dying of AIDS in Africa? All I can say is read The Hole In Our Gospel by Richard Stearns and perhaps you will be challenged to reevaluate your own place in this ... Is there a hole in your gospel?
On 3/25 Linda Brandau wrote: Richard Stearns, a wealthy CEO earning a seven-figure salary, received a call from God he did not want to receive. He was asked to head the charitable organization World Vision, but he would have to give up his salary, large home, and upscale car, move to another area, and accept a six-figure salary. Mr. ... The Hole in our Gospel
On 3/24 Becca C wrote: This is actually a book that I will keep on my bookshelf & plan on reading again....it offered a nice balance of facts versus personal experiences versus other people's life stories. The author is very up front from the beginning about his own struggles not only in becoming the leader of World Vision, ... Challenging and Interesting
On 3/21 Terri Haynes wrote: I am a avid reader. I have been all my life. Out of all the books I've read, this book ranks second to the Bible in how it impacted me. This book changed my life. Richard Stearns is the president of World Vision, an organization dedicated to reach out to help the hurting and broken all over the world. ... This book changed my life...
On 3/16 Tracy Keck wrote: The Hole in Our Gospel by Richard Stearns, President of World Vision U.S., is a powerful and compelling book. In it, Stearns illumines the state of the world today, both the good and the bad, and he urges us, particularly American Christians, to open our eyes and see the world and its people as God does. ... Should Be Required Reading For All Christians
On 3/10 Scott Morrison wrote: I could not put this book down. It is possible the best book on evangelism written in a long time. It really puts our call to share Christ in perspective. With the economy falling apart, based on our own greed, we have forgotten what we are called to do and be to a lost world. I have been study the book ... God help us!
On 3/8 Dwight Knoll wrote: This book does not say anything new, but it was exactly what I needed to hear when I read it. Richard Stearns basically points out that Ephesians 2:8-9 "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast." ... My Red Pill