Firsthand: Ditching Secondhand Religion for a Faith of Your Own
"While it would appear that Josh and Ryan Shook have written a book intended for young men and women, what they have indeed done is written a book that is perfect for anyone of any age who is struggling to understand their faith.  Firsthand: Ditching Second Hand Religion for a Faith of Your Own will not only help you to understand the difference between religion and faith, but will show you, firsthand, how to develop a faith that is inseparable from yourself.  I recommend that you read it and take it to heart." -Joel Osteen, pastor of Lakewood ChurchPraise forFirsthand“You can’t live a purpose-driven life without a real and personal faith. Christ didn’t come to start a religion; he came to connect with you in a genuine firsthand relationship. Ryan and Josh Shook will challenge you never to settle for a secondhand religion but instead to develop a personal faith that transforms your life.”—Rick Warren, founding pastor of Saddleback Church, Lake Forest, CA, and author of the New York Times #1 bestseller The Purpose Driven Life  “It’s rare to find young people unafraid to voice their doubts while still being bold in their faith.  Ryan and Josh are two of those people.”—Mark Batterson, lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC, and author of the New York Times Bestseller, The Circle Maker.“Josh and Ryan Shook, as the sons of a well-known Pastor and Author – Kerry Shook, have fully embraced the fact that although their dad gave them a great start, they need to run their own race.  Learn how to embrace a Firsthand faith and walk in the strength of a personal relationship with Christ.” —Steven Furtick, Lead Pastor, Elevation Church & author of the New York Times bestseller, Greater“Firsthandis a rich and insightful book for believers who are tired of second-hand religion. Honest, compelling and well-written, Ryan Shook and Josh Shook have given us a huge gift! Their candor is so refreshing, and they point to the way to a vibrant, personal faith. This could be one of the most important books you'll ever read.”—Jud Wilhite, author of Pursued, senior pastor of Central Christian Church“Every Christian parent wants their children to develop a faith of their own.  Firsthand asks tough questions and guides those with a second-hand faith to find Christ for themselves.”—Craig Groeschel, Pastor of LifeChurch.tv, author of Soul Detox, Clean Living in a Contaminated World“Ryan and Josh Shook don’t shy away from the tough questions, but face them head on, in this powerful book that will encourage young adults to not settle for an inherited faith, but to discover a true relationship with Jesus that is unique, exciting, and every bit your own.”—Pete Wilson, Pastor of Cross Point Church, and author of Plan B and Empty Promises