Taking off the Mask.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Musters, Claire.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Christian life.

Christian communities.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (157 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Crownhill : Authentic Media, 2017.

Summary:

Claire Musters' book explores the theme of authenticity within Christian communities, urging believers to remove the 'mask' of perfectionism and embrace their true selves. Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, Musters advocates for openness and vulnerability in church environments, challenging the culture of pretending 'I am fine'. The book provides practical steps for fostering genuine connections and spiritual growth, aiming to create a supportive community where individuals can freely express their struggles. Intended for Christians seeking deeper relationships and personal freedom, the book is a call to live authentically as God intended. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Foreword by Jeff Lucas

Introduction

Part One Discovering the ‘Real Me’ Beneath the Mask

1 Donning My Mask

2 My Unmasking

3 Learning from Jesus

Part Two Why Do We Wear Masks in Church?

4 Discovering Reasons for Our Masks

5 The Role of Upbringing

6 Personality Types

7 Influenced by Our Culture

8 Fear of What Others Think

9 Fear of Rejection

10 Shame and Guilt

11 Disappointment

12 Church Culture

13 The Mask Becomes Our Identity

Part Three Removing the Mask

14 Remember Who You Are

15 It Takes Courage to Remove the Mask

16 The Support of Friends

17 Free to Be

Epilogue

Acknowledgements

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ISBN:

9781780781921

178078192X

OCLC:

1249473699