Honestly

“Most of us are looking for authenticity. We’re turned off by people who talk big and don’t deliver. That is especially true when it comes to the subject of religion. Johnnie Moore has given us an honest, believable book on what the Christian lifestyle is all about. I highly recommend it.”
—Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages

“Johnnie Moore writes with a refreshing passion. His perspective on mission is first-rate, and his chapters on suffering and failure are reason alone to pick up this book.”
—Luis Palau, World Evangelist

“I am breathing a huge sigh of relief for the next generation with leaders like Johnnie at the helm. This book will challenge all generations to get real in their walk with Christ.”
—Gary Smalley, bestselling author of The Blessing and The DNA of Relationships

“I have watched Johnnie from a distance for several years. As I read this book, I got to know him personally. This is must reading for anyone who wants to take their faith seriously.”
—Ed Dobson, advisory editor, Christianity Today, author of The Year of Living like Jesus

“In Honestly, Johnnie Moore is essentially asking you to put up or shut up, get on board or get out of the way. And I guarantee, when you’re finished with this book, you’re going to do one or the other.”
—Jerry B. Jenkins, novelist and biographer, owner, Christian Writers Guild and Jenkins Entertainment

“It is safe to assume that many of us have shaped our current view of God from past experiences, fears, disappointments, and frustrations...all of which can hinder an accurate understanding of God's purposes, his heart for this hurting world, and his invitation for us to be part of what he's doing in it. In this new book, Johnnie Moore shares his own journey to spiritual health through humorous and touching stories, and challenges us to really live what we believe! As a champion for children in poverty for more than 30 years, I encourage you to read this book, check your own spiritual pulse, find a passion that can move you to tears within 30 seconds, and then pour yourself into that ministry!”
—Wess Stafford, president and CEO, Compassion International

“Johnnie Moore opens the wounds of his heart to show his journey to a true faith in Jesus, a faith that cannot be stolen by someone else’s experience. He not only uses analogies from his own life but delves into the genocides of Rwanda and Bosnia, demonstrating how only Jesus can heal the wounds of the world. In the midst of the book, he also intellectually proves the existence of the Creator who started it all. This book helps the seeker to learn to believe in God and choose to stand up for him in their daily life, despite the evil that exists in the world.”
—Ron Luce, founder and president, Teen Mania Ministries

“Johnnie Moore writes with wisdom and insights far beyond his years. This new book gives all of us a lot to think about and put into action. Start reading and achieving.”
—Pat Williams, senior vice president, Orlando Magic, author of Coach Wooden: The 7 Principles That Shaped His Life and Will Change Yours

“Johnnie Moore embodies the hope that American Christianity is not on its deathbed, but rather on the precipice of a new awakening. In Honestly, one of America’s emerging leaders reconciles an unbridled commitment to biblical orthodoxy with a horizontal healthy dose of grace-filled reflection and analysis of our twenty-first-century prophetic witness. Definitely a must read!”
—Samuel Rodriguez, president, National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference
Hispanic National Association of Evangelicals

“This book is a captivating look at faith and life. In it my good friend Johnnie Moore gives an honest account of his own struggles and provides us with the answers that we all need. Johnnie is a voice that every generation needs to hear. I have witnessed firsthand his passion for living a life of authentic faith and his tremendous desire for others to do the same, and it’s contagious. He doesn’t just write what he believes—he lives it.”
—Vernon Brewer, president, World Help

“In this book, Johnnie skillfully weaves the story of his own life with biblical truth and doctrine. The question of whether it is possible to unite our words with our walk is addressed realistically, laced with hope and a practical challenge. This is an excellent book to read and then give to a friend who is on his or her own quest for spiritual reality. And yes, doubts are welcome, if they flow from an honest, searching heart.”
—Erwin Lutzer, senior pastor, the Moody Church

“Johnnie Moore deeply loves God and wants us to experience something more than a surface relationship with him that has little impact on our daily lives. His book inspires while it challenges, and I’m so thankful that he is guiding so many to experience what faith in God can really do.”
—Pastor Jim Cymbala, senior pastor, The Brooklyn Tabernacle

“I thank God for next-generation leaders like Johnnie Moore. Johnnie writes as if he has been following you around. He asks the questions you didn't know how to ask and helps you find the answers you didn't know you needed. Honestly is a provocative and compelling godsend to a generation that is searching for truth. I hope everyone I know can read this book.”
—Josh McDowell, author of Evidence That Demands a Verdict, The Unshakable Truth, and More than a Carpenter

“The single greatest problem with Christians today may be that most haven't a clue about what they actually believe. Johnnie Moore's book is a wake-up call. He reminds us that if we're going to engage today's culture, our beliefs and actions have to match.”
—Phil Cooke, filmmaker and author of Jolt! Positioning Your Life for Lasting Change

“Honestly is refreshingly candid and deeply challenging. Johnnie Moore’s heart and sense of humor shine as he tells of his journey from doubt and disillusionment to genuine faith and belief. He addresses a jaded generation with a charge to combat hypocrisy, monotony, and insignificance by embracing God's design. This is the book I've been waiting for.”
—Meredith Andrews, Word recording artist

“The thing I love about the next generation is that they are radical, passionate, and inquisitive. Yet many are hurting and searching for meaning and answers in an increasingly fragmented world, and there are few young leaders out there who can speak with the clarity and direction of Johnnie Moore. In Honestly, Johnnie speaks candidly about his own doubts and struggles with evil, suffering, and who God is, giving us permission to wrestle through our own doubts, ask the hard questions, and peel back the layers of religion and hypocrisy to discover a gut-honest and transformational relationship with Jesus Christ. Johnnie will challenge you. If you want to make a difference in your world and actually live what you say you believe, don’t miss this read.”
—Tim Clinton, president, American Association of Christian Counselors

“Johnnie Moore reminds a new generation that disappointment is inevitable and doubt is real—but disillusionment is optional. I believe God will powerfully use this book to shine rays of fresh understanding through the window of your soul to awaken you to the reality of the Christ who offers a life worth living.”
—Daniel Henderson, founder and president, Strategic Renewal

“The journey from cynicism to sincere faith requires direction. In Honestly, Johnnie Moore provides insights through biblical teaching and personal experiences to lead the reader from a life of meaningless adherence to a vibrant relationship with Jesus. I believe this book will help many people in finding their way to an authentic relationship with Christ.”
—Ed Stetzer, co-author of Transformational Church

“Johnnie Moore’s raw honesty will propel you to pursue an authentic walk with God.”
—Craig Groeschel, author of The Christian Atheist

“Johnnie Moore is a phenomenal pastor, and with Honestly, he proves that he's a phenomenal writer too. This book is funny, sharp, and uplifting. I'm not part of the we in the subtitle, but I loved it anyway.”
—Kevin Roose, author of The Unlikely Disciple

“Johnnie Moore is one of Christianity's most promising next-generation leaders. This disarming and deeply personal book calls weary Christians to trade in their doubts and facades for a more alive commitment to Christ. In his trademark style, Johnnie doesn't dodge the difficult questions. He speaks openly about our real life struggles with life's big issues. In the end, he helps us fix what's broken, and paints a vision of what could happen if the global church actually chose to do what they say they believe. If applied, this book could change the world, literally.”
—Johnny Hunt, pastor, First Baptist Church, Woodstock, Georgia, former president, Southern Baptist Convention

“Johnnie Moore is on the cutting edge of culture, and he is rising to be considered a chief leader from within the millennial generation... I dare you to read his book with an open heart and a willing spirit. If you do, things will never be the same again.”
—Ronnie W. Floyd, senior pastor, Cross Church, Northwest Arkansas

“Life is a grind. Each one of us has a story of conflict, pain, and hurt. There's no escaping it. Honestly does a fantastic job of linking our narrative of pain to our relationship with Jesus.”
—Ted Cunningham, senior pastor, Woodland Hills Family Church, Branson, Missouri

“Be warned... Reading this book is like looking into a well-lit mirror. Honest, reflective, and revealing. I've always known Johnnie as a pastor, preacher, and missionary, but now he is also one of my favorite new authors.”
—David Nasser, minister and author of Jumping Through Fires

“Do yourself a favor and read this book—every word of it. It's what you've been searching for. In fact, it's almost eerie. In Honestly, Johnnie just addresses what you've probably been thinking. It's like you just bore your soul to him over coffee. This is precisely what makes him such an important leader, speaker, and author. Johnnie confronts the issues we face head-on and brings them into focus with a kind of truth that is practical and dripping with compassion. Honestly is provocative and challenging. It is, most of all, healing.”
—Mark Batterson, lead pastor, National Community Church

“This book is a treasure! Johnnie Moore brings an inspiring fresh perspective to freedom in Christ Jesus and soul care. You will be challenged, captivated, encouraged, and yes, even confronted with many of the ideologies of today's religious culture and how we can experience the freedom God so desperately desires to give us. You will experience the soul care necessary to live a spiritually healthy life in Christ Jesus!”
—Miles McPherson, senior pastor, Rock Church, San Diego, California

“Johnnie Moore’s book is compellingly written with clarity and ease. He applies sufficient academic rigor to convince you while offering a heaping amount of inspiration that takes you to the very heart of God. His understanding of the human condition and what it takes to bring us into a genuine relationship with Christ makes this a groundbreaking book for those seeking to know Jesus as he deserves to be known.”
—Wayne Cordeiro, chancellor, New Hope Christian College

“Honestly is chapter after chapter of practical advice for every Christian. Johnnie Moore’s strong rebuke of hypocrisy, coupled with his challenge to genuine Christianity will cause you to take an unsettling inward look at your own faith. You may not need such a challenge—but I do. These pages focus on the priorities of being a Christ follower. Don’t be fooled by his age—Johnnie Moore is not the voice of the future; he’s the voice of the present.”
—Dave Stone, senior minister, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, Kentucky

“I thank God for Johnnie Moore and for his deep concern for the salvation of the lost. As Christians we are told to follow closely the example of Jesus—and His prime mission was to seek and save the lost. It’s refreshing to see that clearly evidenced in Johnnie’s life. May God use this book to stir hearts and minds towards that ultimate goal.”
—Ray Comfort, Way of the Master

“This is first-century Christianity in twenty-first-century narrative. Engaging. Interesting. Fun. Challenging. Biblical. This book gets it right!”
—Leith Anderson, president, National Association of Evangelicals, pastor, Wooddale Church

“Each generation needs a book that will knock their socks off, stated in their own jargon, without someone else telling them how it should be said. Other books did it in the past, but this isn’t then. As I read through Johnnie Moore’s Honestly, it occurred to me that this could be that book for this generation. It exhibits the earmarks of a revolutionary text, growing out of personal pain and doubt, but still moving forward to victory through Jesus Christ. This book could well become a benchmark for our young adults.”
—Gary R. Habermas, distinguished research professor, Liberty University and Theological Seminary

“Johnnie Moore is a fresh voice of faith, bringing us a new message of challenge, vulnerability, and change. I am honored to recommend his ministry and his message to you. I'm praying God will use these words to strengthen the body of Christ so that we might become an honest reflection of His love and grace to us.”
—Angela Thomas, bestselling author and speaker

“Finally! A powerful read that paints a principled path of integrity, transparency, and authenticity. Johnnie Moore's writing style is captivating, his straightforwardness is stimulating, and his word pictures are illuminating. I have served with him for many years—he preaches what he practices and practices what he preaches. Read it and reap for a lifetime!”
—Dr. James O. Davis, founder, Cutting Edge International, cofounder, Billion Soul Network

“Johnnie Moore is certainly one of the leaders for the next generation, but he is also one of the leaders for this generation. It's rare enough to have a brilliant young leader who is also a spellbinding communicator, but in this new book Johnnie proves to be a captivating writer as well. This book's message is one that Christians have been waiting for. Honestly will help us rise to another level.”
—Dr. Jim Garlow, senior pastor, Skyline Church

“Johnnie Moore issues a fantastic call to authentic life and faith. If more people heeded the message of this book, there would be a lot less disillusionment in our culture and churches and a lot more hope. His conversational style comes across powerfully as he shares from his own life how we can all seek to live our faith honestly.”
—Jud Wilhite, senior pastor, Central Christian Church, Las Vegas and author of Throw It Down

“We live in a world full of great challenges to our Christian faith. Johnnie Moore has written a compelling book to help us all face these challenges head-on and to begin living an authentic Christian life. My prayer is that this book will be embraced by every culture and generation as we share and reflect the love of Jesus.”
—Jonathan Falwell, pastor, Thomas Road Baptist Church

“I am convinced that Jack (my stepfather, C.S. Lewis) would have both enjoyed and applauded this book. There are a few exceptional writers around who can still thrill me with what they have to say and with their luminescent clarity. Johnnie Moore has just joined that small band.”
—Douglas Gresham, executive producer of The Chronicles of Narnia

“The world has gotten really tired of bumper-sticker Christianity. My prayer is that God will use this book across the nation to help Christians finally become known by what we're for, not what we're against.”
—Ray Johnston, senior pastor, Bayside Church