Not a Fan Updated and Expanded: Becoming a Completely Committed Follower of Jesus

Written by Kyle Idleman

Narrated by Kyle Idleman

Read by the author.

Not a Fan has already called more than one million readers to consider the demands and rewards of being a true disciple--moving from fan to follower in their relationship with Jesus.

After years of serving God, pastor and bestselling author Kyle Idleman had a startling revelation: for too long, he had been living as a fan of Jesus; someone who tried to make Christianity seem as appealing, comfortable, and convenient as he possibly could to others. Idleman decided something had to change--he needed to embark on the journey of becoming a completely committed follower of God, not just a fan.

Fans want to be close enough to Jesus to get all the benefits, but not so close that it requires sacrifice, while followers are all in and completely committed to Christ. Not a Fan gives you the tools you need to determine exactly where you stand when it comes to your relationship with Jesus.

No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, Not a Fan calls you to consider the demands and rewards of being a true disciple. With frankness and a touch of humor, Idleman invites you to:

• Examine your relationship with God
• Determine if you're following Jesus or just following the rules
• Pray the way Jesus prayed
• Start truly living for the one who gave his all for you

This expanded and updated version of Not a Fan also includes a new introduction and an entirely new chapter about how to practically live out the book's core message.

Join Idleman as he challenges you to take an honest look at your relationship with Jesus and discover what it really means to be a follower.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Release date: Oct 26, 2021
• ISBN: 9780310365310

Kyle Idleman

Kyle Idleman is the senior pastor at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, one of the largest churches in America. On a normal weekend, he speaks to more than thirty thousand people spread across fourteen campuses. More than anything else, Kyle enjoys unearthing the teachings of Jesus and making them relevant in people’s lives. He is a frequent speaker for national conventions and influential churches across the country. Kyle and his wife, DesiRae, have been married for over twenty-five years. They have four children, two sons-in-law, and recently welcomed their third grandchild. They live on a farm in Kentucky, where he doesn’t do any actual farming.

Reviews for Not a Fan Updated and Expanded

[Nick Mwanandimayi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I was a fan but not anymore. Thank you for such a provocative introspective piece of work.

[elena butura · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love this book . We ha e been studying it on our youth meetings and I couldn't wait to read it myself.

[Becky1COR15 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What an amazing book. A must to listen or read to.

[agentx216 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I'm always a little nervous with picking up modern day Christian books that are written to "inspire". A lot of them like to focus on one Biblical story and take it out of context to motivate change (e.g., take the story of David and Goliath and ask "What are the "giants" in your life?"). So I tend to pick up books that are studies on the characteristics of God, Jesus, or events of the apostles/prophets and devine my own teaching. It is rare that I can find a book like Idleman's that combines the appropriate use of Scripture, taking verses in context, and making "rubber band" lessons. What do I mean by "rubber band" lessons? Teaching that is helpful when you are strenched and made to feel uneasy. THAT'S what I want to hear from a Christian inspiration book, because that's what The Bible presents to us. Keep your "health, wealth, and prosperity" and give me something that hurts to apply.

This book is motivating and convicting. It asks the hard questions. Am I only a fan of Christ where I sit in the stands and cheer for Him when it's convient for me? Or do I follow Christ even when it hurts. Like I said, "rubber band" lessons.

It's hard to rate books like this because you will only get out of it what you put in. If you just want interesting and funny stories - they're in there. If you want to superficially ask yourself the questions presented and want to feel good about your current standing with God - you can do that. If you are looking to challenge your Christian walk and wanting to see that what Jesus calls for us to be as Christ FOLLOWERS is not a brainless call. Pick this up. Final Grade - A

[jmcdbooks · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Rated: AGreat book for those committed to being, not just a fan of Jesus Christ, but a true all-in follower. I am not a fan.

[chucks65 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love it! What a powerful challenge to lukewarm Christianity. Engaging and deeply challenging, this is a book every Christian should read. I am still struck by the simple and probing question, "has following Jesus cost you anything?"

[skraft001 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was given out as part of a series of sermons at church in the fall of 2012.For everyone who says they are a Christian -- read this book to decide if you are a Fan or a true Follower of Christ.

[silva_44 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was truly amazing. Kyle Idleman carefully, systematically, and with a wonderful combination of humor and brevity, defines what it means to be a truly committed follower of Christ. I would highly recommend this to any Christian interested in learning to say "no" to the world, and "yes" to Jesus.