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Loving Samaritans: Radical Kindness in an Us vs. Them World Paperback – January 30, 2024

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You can live a radically inclusive life without compromising your beliefs or the truth of the gospel.

Humanity is more divided now than ever, gridlocked over social issues, race, gender, climate change, immigration, and our responsibility to vulnerable people. How did we get here? And what can we do to build bridges where walls exist?

As a pastor committed to building deep relationships with people whose life experiences are different than his own, Terry Crist knows the beauty and challenge of connecting across dividing lines of race, economic status, faith, and much more. And in this book, he shares how you can too.

Profoundly weaving the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well with his own stories and examples from culture today, Terry addresses how we've strayed from the unity God intended and how we can trade judgment for grace, disputes for harmony, apathy for empathy, and hate for love and acceptance. By the end of this book, you will be able to:

  • Identify how you personally see the world and why it matters
  • Recognize those on the margins who are right around you
  • Imitate Jesus's love for all humanity in the interactions you have with others
  • Extend dignity to those suffering from mental illness, homelessness, and addiction
  • Maintain thriving relationships when family members are on opposing sides of issues
  • Be an ambassador of reconciliation in your community

It doesn't have to be one or the other--you can both love God and love your neighbor.

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    978-0310366966
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Loving Samaritans is a clear and courageous message to awaken the body of Christ and embrace the call to love God and neighbor. Terry Crist has given us a practical perspective on how to embody Jesus' presence in our communities. David Docusen, author, Neighborliness: Love Like Jesus. Cross Dividing Lines. Transform Your Community

Loving Samaritans is an incredible exploration of timeless teachings, weaving together the threads of faith, compassion, and unity. Through its poignant retelling of biblical stories, this book reignites the flame of soul-stirring conviction. It offers a powerful blueprint for embracing love as a force that transcends boundaries. Tim Timberlake, senior pastor, Celebration Church; author of the bestselling The Art of Overcoming

Loving Samaritans urges us to reflect on our actions and evaluate how we show love toward others. It is a thought-provoking read, evoking a sense of conviction while also providing encouragement and practical guidance. Terry courageously tackles sensitive subjects that many shy away from, bravely addressing important issues. Dan Blythe, Alpha Youth global director; author; speaker

Alas, a national prophetic word from a national Christian pastor of a local church! With great courage, clarity, and biblical foundations, Pastor Terry Crist calls the American church and Christians to repentance and love of all neighbors. He has lived everything he is preaching; it's not just a lot of words. Loving Samaritans provides a path to holding on to your faith while loving those who are outside it or who live contrary to what your faith teaches. He calls us back to Jesus' life and teachings. A rare and must-read book for anyone wanting to build bridges, share Jesus, or simply love others. Bob Roberts Jr., author; president, Glocal.net, Multifaith Neighbors Network, Institute for Global Engagement, Glocal Ventures

Although Christians are supposed to be known by our love for one another, we have somehow become known for our hate for people who don't look or vote like us, including our Christian brothers and sisters. In Loving Samaritans, Terry Crist calls us all back to the place where we are known by the one thing that Jesus said matters as much as how we love God: how we love our neighbor. This book is masterfully written and a must-read for all who call Jesus Lord of their lives. Nona Jones, author, Killing Comparison; preacher; tech executive

As much as you will be amazed and astonished by Terry Crist's peerless storytelling and his radical rethinking of the familiar, you will be even more amazed and astonished by the fathomless and fulsome love of Jesus. I was sad when the book ended, and will return to it like a pilgrim to a holy site, seeking ongoing inspiration and guidance. Leonard Sweet, author; professor; publisher; founder, PreachTheStory.com

In Loving Samaritans, author Terry Crist takes readers on an emotional and inspiring journey that reaffirms our faith in Jesus' compassion, kindness, and invitation to be a good neighbor. This beautifully crafted book weaves authentic stories and personal experiences, reminding readers of the extraordinary capacity for goodness within us all. People are looking for presence over perfection. This book offers a compelling exploration of empathy, generosity, and grace. It will touch your soul, uplift your spirit, and give you hope. Terry has lived this book, and his words lovingly invite us all to do the same. Jeanne Stevens, founding lead pastor, Soul City Church

In Loving Samaritans, Terry has given the church a gift and a framework that will help move us forward as we navigate the turbulent times in which we live. Terry is honest, loving, and hopeful while facing head-on the most important issues of our day. This is an important book for this hour. Christine Caine, founder, Propel Women

In a world full of polarizing opinions and fearmongering sound bites, Pastor Terry has written a book to help the church look more like her savior, Jesus. In a world that is growing more and more polarized and tribal, we need this book. In the years that I've known Terry Crist, he has embodied the message of this book. Pastor Terry is a friend, a pastor, an orator, and so many other things. But it is undeniable that he has chosen to love Samaritans. The church needs this book. Our world needs this book. Manny Arango, pastor; speaker; author, Brain Washed

It seems as if Christians are more divided than ever. Rather than living on mission, we have become increasingly polarized from our brothers and sisters who might see social issues differently than we do. Sadly, we have created an us-versus-them culture. In his book Loving Samaritans, Terry Crist invites us on the journey of radical love. Using Jesus' encounter with the woman at the well and other Samaritan stories, as well as difficult circumstances from his own life, Terry offers a path for us to walk in truly living out the message of Jesus. This book is an important one! Holly Wagner, cofounding pastor, Oasis Church; founder, She Rises; author, Find Your Brave

It's hard to think of a message more timely and necessary in our world today than this clarion call to radical kindness. We've all been hurt. We've all hurt others. Especially Christians. Something has to change. I particularly appreciate Terry Crist's vulnerability in the chapter 'Insiders and Outsiders,' his consistent focus on Jesus, and his thoughtful commentary throughout. Here we have the brilliant mind and tender heart of a seasoned pastor grappling with one of the most important issues of our time. Pete Greig, 24-7 Prayer International

My friend Terry has written a tour de force. This is not an ethereal and sanitized set of ideas disconnected from reality. What is inside is an invitation to actually deal with the world God has invited us to love. Good doctors don't ignore the pain. They go to it. In this book you are in the hands of a very good doctor. This book is a gift. A. J. Swoboda (PhD, University of Birmingham), associate professor of Bible and Theology, Bushnell University; author, After Doubt

Pastor Terry Crist boldly reminds the church of the radical love of Jesus and our duty to love our neighbors as ourselves. Evan Craft, Christian recording artist

About the Author

Terry Crist is the co-lead pastor of City of Grace in Phoenix alongside his wife, Judith. He has a TH.M. and a D.Min. and has a business certificate in nonprofit management from Harvard Business School.

Terry is also passionate about community transformation and promotes adoption and foster care through his work in state government. An avid outdoorsman and gifted communicator, he has adventured and preached the gospel in 65 nations.

Terry and Judith have three married sons and three grandchildren. They live in Phoenix, Arizona.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Zondervan (January 30, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0310366968
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0310366966
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.75 x 8.25 inches
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TERRY CRIST (ThM, DMin) is the co-lead pastor of City of Grace in Arizona and Nevada alongside his wife, Judith. He is passionate about community transformation and promotes foster care and family well-being through his work in state government. An avid outdoorsman and gifted communicator, Terry has adventured and preached the gospel in 65 nations.

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This is a timely book. Going into another election in an already divisive culture… the reminder from Jesus to love our neighbors (ALL of our neighbors) in a radical way is a message I wish could sink deep into the heart of our country right now.This book challenged me. I found myself on multiple moments having a gut check about what I needed to hear. Because it’s easy to think what my “enemies” need to fix, but it’s a lot harder to take a hard look in the mirror and address the ways I am falling short of loving the Samaritans in my life.
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This is a timely book. Going into another election in an already divisive culture… the reminder from Jesus to love our neighbors (ALL of our neighbors) in a radical way is a message I wish could sink deep into the heart of our country right now.

This book challenged me. I found myself on multiple moments having a gut check about what I needed to hear. Because it’s easy to think what my “enemies” need to fix, but it’s a lot harder to take a hard look in the mirror and address the ways I am falling short of loving the Samaritans in my life.
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This is a timely book. Going into another election in an already divisive culture… the reminder from Jesus to love our neighbors (ALL of our neighbors) in a radical way is a message I wish could sink deep into the heart of our country right now.

This book challenged me. I found myself on multiple moments having a gut check about what I needed to hear. Because it’s easy to think what my “enemies” need to fix, but it’s a lot harder to take a hard look in the mirror and address the ways I am falling short of loving the Samaritans in my life.
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While the world feels more divided than ever, and the message of the culture seems to be “believe like me or be my enemy”, this book will take you on a journey to see that loving people who are not like us is the way forward. In fact, using the exchange between Jesus and the woman at the well found in the gospels, Terry provides a lens to see the people in our lives who have been cast aside as ‘the other’ and reminds us of our call to love them with the radical love of God.
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While the world feels more divided than ever, and the message of the culture seems to be “believe like me or be my enemy”, this book will take you on a journey to see that loving people who are not like us is the way forward. In fact, using the exchange between Jesus and the woman at the well found in the gospels, Terry provides a lens to see the people in our lives who have been cast aside as ‘the other’ and reminds us of our call to love them with the radical love of God.
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Terry Christ is my pastor and I believe in his heart for people. Started to read a few pages a day in spare time and can’t put it down.
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I’m just beginning to dive into this book, but I am already drawn with anticipation of being submerged into the pages, chapters and insights to follow. It only took a few pages to realize that what has stirred Terry Crist to approach this subject in this way has been birthed by a deep longing to see and approach the diverse complexities of our culture as Jesus would see and approach them. I have personally had the privilege to serve alongside Pastor Terry in ministry for the past 17 years, and having witnessed his leadership journey firsthand, I continue to appreciate his commitment to biblical integrity and that his core foundational compass is grouned in the Great Commandment to love. To love God fully… and to love people… all people! I highly recommend you don’t miss this uniquely presented powerful, timely and necessary message.
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I chose this book to better understand my own biases and judgments when it comes to building connections with people not like me. Through examining the multi-faceted story of Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well, Terry reveals what it really means to love people not like ourselves. To love people the way Jesus did. I am challenged by all of it, in a good way. If we really want to be like Jesus, and if we want to see our communities engaged in kindness and compassion towards one another, and ultimately see people find hope and healing in a relationship with Jesus, then this book is a catalyst for that kind of change. I would encourage anyone to read it who is looking for ways to "build longer tables" with people not like them.
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Loving Samaritans is a clear and courageous message to awaken the body of Christ and embrace the call of loving God and neighbors. Terry Crist has given us a practical perspective on how to embody the presence of Jesus in our communities.
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