Thomas Nelson, 2015, 179 pp., $16.99
Jarrid Wilson’s Jesus Swagger has some perceptive and fervent pleas to stir status quo Christianity. The genuine heart for a purer, more Christ-centered faith, as well as the humility of the author to acknowledge his own struggles are evident. While Jesus Swagger has good intentions, the overall read falls flat with broad topics to a nebulous audience imploring them to love better, be gracious and have hope. The title, subtitle and use of other modern language throughout the pages seem to be faulty, poser-ish attempts to communicate points. The word choices only compromise the clarity of the message, not to mention limiting the shelf life of the book in this ever-changing world of new terminology. Wilson closes with some stronger chapters on calling Christ followers to full-time ministry on their everyday context. In the end, Jesus Swagger just didn’t offer enough to be a standout resource.
