Courageous: 10 Strategies for Thriving in a Hostile World

Christians face relentless attacks from an ungodly culture, a formidable adversary, and our own fallen natures. Yet we cannot afford to surrender to these very real enemies.Just as survivalists use 10 specific strategies to overcome threatening situations,Courageous explains 10 biblical strategies for surviving--and thriving--in a world that is hostile to our faith. As A.W. Tozer said, "A scared world needs a fearless church."Courageous is a clarion call for Christians to boldly live out their faith.If you've felt your faith is under attack, if you're struggling with the temptation to follow the crowd despite biblical teaching to the contrary, or if you're just feeling weary, the 10 strategies inCourageous will provide fresh fire and new hope. From the Inside Flap Dr. Robert Jeffress is senior pastor of the fourteen-thousand-member First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, and a Fox News contributor. His daily radio program,Pathway to Victory, is heard on more than eight hundred stations nationwide, and his weekly television program is seen on thousands of cable systems and stations in the United States and in 195 countries around the world. Known for his bold, biblical stands on cultural issues, Jeffress has been interviewed on more than three thousand radio and TV programs, includingGood Morning America,CBS This Morning,Fox & Friends, MSNBC, CNN,Real Time with Bill Maher, andHardball with Chris Matthews. He is the author ofNot All Roads Lead to Heaven,A Place Called Heaven, andChoosing the Extraordinary Life. He lives in Dallas. "If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, this is a must-read book! Though I have taught survival skills to Marines, Boy Scouts, my four kids, and now eighteen grandkids, it never occurred to me to apply these skills to living as a Christian in today's hostile environment. Thankfully, my friend Dr. Jeffress did--just in time."--Lt. Col. Oliver North, USMC (Ret.)"It's one thing to say we have faith and another thing entirely to know how to live out that faith! InCourageous, my friend Robert Jeffress beautifully helps us understand how to put our faith into real action in our lives--which is of course the whole point!"--Eric Metaxas, author of the #1New York Times bestsellerBonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and host ofTheEric Metaxas Radio Show"With all the uncertainty in our world right now, this new book by my friend Robert Jeffress is a welcome encouragement for believers. His Bible-based tips on thriving during challenging times are not only practical and easy to understand but will help you to stand strong in your faith and live victoriously."--Robert Morris, founding lead senior pastor of Gateway Church and bestselling author of The Blessed Life, Frequency, and Beyond Blessed"In his remarkable new book, Dr. Jeffress shows us page-by-page how to live as winsome and effective ambassadors for Jesus Christ, all so that the perishing will come to salvation and God will receive the glory! I give this book a double thumbs-up!"--Joni Eareckson Tada, Joni and Friends International Disability Center About the Author Dr. Robert Jeffress is senior pastor of the 14,000-member First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, and is a Fox News contributor. His daily radio program, Pathway to Victory, is heard on more than 1,000 stations nationwide, and his weekly television program is seen in 195 countries around the world. Known for his bold, biblical stands on cultural issues, Jeffress has made more than 4,000 guest appearances on various radio and TV programs on major mainstream media outlets such as Fox News channel's Fox & Friends, Hannity, Fox News @ Night with Shannon Bream, Varney & Co., and Justice with Judge Jeanine; ABC's Good Morning America; and HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher. He is the author of nearly 30 books, including Not All Roads Lead to Heaven, A Place Called Heaven, Choosing