How (Not) to Save the World: The Truth About Revealing God's Love to the People Right Next to You

by Hosanna Wong, Christine Caine (Foreword by)

Overview

A Publisher’s Weekly and ECPA bestseller

A practical, straightforward guide for Christ-followers who want to talk about Jesus without feeling weird or pushy.

Ten years ago, Hosanna Wong packed her life into suitcases and started traveling the country to talk to people about Jesus. She quickly discovered lies she had believed that held her back from actually sharing God’s love.

It turns out, believing lies that you’re not enough, your story doesn’t matter, and there’s no way for you to make an impact… that’s how not to save the world.

Through faithfully studying God’s Word and fumbling through her own flawed progress, Hosanna uncovered what the Bible says about revealing God’s love in our everyday lives.

With honesty and humor, Hosanna will help you:

• Embrace your unique story to naturally talk about Jesus through your real life and authentic relationships;
• Discover the three most effective steps to take when fighting for a loved one who is in a tough place;
• Overcome the lies that hold you back so you can step into your calling and empower people to encounter God.

It turns out, you can naturally share God’s love in your everyday life. You can fight for those you love, and a world Jesus loves. There is a way for every person you know to realize how valuable they are to God. You’ve been created for it, equipped for it, and you’re ready for it. Let’s go!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780785243021
Publisher:	Nelson, Thomas, Inc.
Publication date:	08/17/2021
Pages:	288
Sales rank:	348,699
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.30(h) x 0.85(d)

About the Author

Hosanna Wong is an international speaker, bestselling author, and spoken-word artist helping everyday people know Jesus for real. Widely known for her spoken word piece “I Have a New Name,” Hosanna shares in churches, conferences, prisons, and other events around the world, reaching across various denominations, backgrounds, and cultures.

Born and raised in an urban ministry on the streets of San Francisco, Hosanna later packed her life into suitcases and traveled to churches and other ministries throughout the United States to share about Jesus through spoken-word poetry. During those years without a permanent home, she began speaking and creating resources to serve the local and global church.

Hosanna currently travels and speaks year-round and serves on teaching teams at churches throughout the United States. She and her husband, Guy, serve together in various ministries, equipping people with tools to share the gospel of Jesus in today’s world.

Hosanna is the bestselling author of How (Not) to Save the World. Her new book, You Are More Than You've Been Told, is available now!

Table of Contents

Foreword Christine Caine xiii

Confessions from an Expert xvii

How (not) to Save the World

#1 Rely on Your Own Power 1

#2 Go Big or Get Out 19

#3 Check the Easy Box 35

Interlude-A Piece on Doubt: "These Waters" 51

#4 Wait for Perfect 55

#5 Only Do What's Been Done 73

#6 Silence Your Story 91

#7 Hide Your Faith at Home 107

#8 Live to Please People 125

#9 Compare Yourself to Others 139

#10 Always Fly Solo 155

#11 Pick Your Favorites 169

#12 Despise the Bride 183

#13 Fight the Wrong Battles 199

Interlude-A Piece on Identity: "I Have a New Name" 217

#14 Never Take a Breath 223

How Jesus Saved the World: (not) A Conclusion 237

Thank You 245

The Truth About Revealing God's Love Through Social Media: A Guide 249

A Personal Social Media Survey 259

A Prayer Challenge and Five-Step Guide 261

Notes 265

About the Author 267

Editorial Reviews

06/14/2021

Poet Wong (Superadded) exposes common “lies” that prevent Christians from embracing their faith in this clever guide. She successfully addresses self-defeating beliefs, such as that one needs perfection to accomplish God’s plan or that avoiding embarrassment is more important than speaking up. For instance, to expose the assumption that one needs “a certain skill, particular occupation, or a specific title” to have an impact on others, Wong tells the story of a Mrs. Lee, who spoke to Wong’s father about Jesus when he tried to sell her a vacuum. Through her willingness to share God’s love, Mrs. Lee changed Wong’s father’s life and proved to Wong that “God does not just have the ability to use ordinary people, He also has the desire.” Warning that many Christians are consumed by overworking, Wong emphasizes rest as an integral part of living abundantly. She also identifies “three Es” of sharing God’s love through social media—engage, encourage, and encounter God—and challenges Christians to view every post, comment, and photo “as a way of building God’s kingdom here on earth.” Readers who enjoy the work of Beth Moore will appreciate this insightful guide for sharing in Jesus’s message. (Aug.)

Publishers Weekly