Is it me, or are many books about Jesus and religion in general just a little bit stuffy?  While many of them contain valuable insights nonetheless, I find myself wishing they would just spice things up a bit!  Also, most portrayals of Jesus seem to center around the fear-mongering, stern figure many religious sects try to utilize in their efforts to achieve their particular goals.

In Beautiful Outlaw, Jesus is a man we can relate to and grow to love for the person He was at a deeper level.  Author John Eldredge is passionate about Jesus, and through is eyes we can see the man He really was.  Filled with humorous, real accounts that show Jesus’ personality in His actions and speeches, Beautiful Outlaw is a fantastic book for those wishing to deepen their commitment to Jesus and grow a closer relationship to Him. Read more about Beautiful Outlaw: Experiencing the Playful, Disruptive, Extravagant Personality of Jesus