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Book cover image of Authentic Relationships: Discover the Lost Art of One Anothering by Wayne Jacobsen

Authors: Wayne Jacobsen, Clay Jacobsen
ISBN-13: 9780801064517, ISBN-10: 0801064511
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Date Published: September 2003
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Wayne Jacobsen

Wayne Jacobsen lives in Oxnard, California, but travels internationally as director of Lifestream Ministries. He is a contributing editor to Leadership Journal and the author of The Naked Church, In My Father's Vineyard, and He Loves Me.

Clay Jacobsen, Wayne's brother, has directed The Jerry Lewis Telethon, Dr. Laura, Entertainment Tonight, and Prime Time Country. He is the author of The Lasko Interview and Circle of Seven and resides in Camarillo, California.

Book Synopsis

In a culture that promotes isolation and autonomy, this book reveals life-changing methods for creating healthy relationships and authentic community. Readers learn to apply New Testament principles that capture the essence of Jesus' teachings about effectively caring, serving, and loving one another.

Beginning with God's simple command to "Love one another," this book shows how to:

* develop deep, genuine friendships

* model to others a relationship with Jesus

* create meaningful interaction with strangers

* avoid the pitfalls of judging others

* show people love, acceptance, kindness, and respect

Complete with discussion questions, this book is appropriate for both individuals and church groups. It is a must for all Christians who wish to practice being the church rather than merely attending one.

Table of Contents

Dedications7
Preface9
1.Escaping the Loneliness Trap13
Part 1Starting Inside
2.Loving Others like God Loves You25
3.A Soft Place to Fall35
4.It's Not All about You45
Part 2Opening the Door
5.Initial Contact59
6.Sharing God's Kindness69
Part 3Sharing the Journey
7.Lightening the Load79
8.Cheerleading89
9.Pooling Our Wisdom101
10.Taking It to God111
Part 4For Mature Relationships
11.The Genuine Article123
12.Partnering in the Journey133
13.Treasures Waiting to Be Discovered145
AppendixSharing the Journey with Others151
Notes155

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