The Three Hardest Words: In the World to Get Right
Praise forThe Three Hardest Words“This book demonstrates that one of the seminal Christian thinkers in the postmodern era can also be a pastor. Leonard Sweet gets us to examine what it takes to live out love in this world, and he does it beautifully.”–Tony Campolo, coauthor ofAdventures in Missing the Point, professor of sociology at Eastern University“Len Sweet has, in his inimitable style, tackled the three easiest/hardest words in the English language, wrestled them to the ground, hugged them, and then let them fly again. His imagination takes us on a journey; his mind is an encyclopedia of wonderful references; and his language is captivating. This book is a joy...and a challenge.”–Tony Jones, national coordinator of Emergent-US, author ofThe Sacred Way“InThe Three Hardest Words, Leonard Sweet plumbs the depths of Christianity to explore the richness of God’s story, one that is abundant in love. As usual, Sweet’s work is thought-provoking, insightful, and a must-read for any postmodern thinker.”–Margaret Feinberg, author ofTwentysomethingandWhat the Heck Should I Do With My Life“Leonard Sweet has explored each ofTheThree Hardest Wordsin light of scripture and God’s kingdom. Journey with him to find out how God defines each of the words that sums up the Christian life:I,love, andyou.”–Kirbyjon Caldwell, pastor, coauthor ofEntrepreneurial Faithand author ofThe Gospel of Good Success“It turns out that Jesus’ simplest and most basic command–that we are to love one another–is the hardest one for us to live out. Leonard Sweet’s book is a tremendous help in guiding us not only to say the words ‘I love you’ with greater understanding of what they really mean, but also to live them with greater integrity and intention.”–Ruth Haley Barton, cofounder of the Transforming Center and author ofSacred Rhythms“As corny as the song lyrics are, it’s true that the world does need ‘love sweet love.’ But we need love the way Jesus expressed it. Len Sweet shows how to lose the cliché and make love a reality.”–Dan Kimball, pastor, author ofThe Emerging ChurchandEmerging Worship“Leonard Sweet takes you on a journey out of yourself and into the transforming power of God’s love. His fresh take on love can change your life and your community. Read, live, and breathe this provocative book.”–Ben Young, pastor, author ofOut of Control: Finding Peace for the Physically Exhausted and Spiritually Strung Out