The Year of Living like Jesus

My Journey of Discovering What Jesus Would Really Do

By: Edward G. Dobson, A. J. Jacobs Author of The Year of Living Biblically - introduction

Narrated by: Tom/Ed Schiff/Dobson, Tom Schiff, Edward G. Dobson

“It may appear from the cover that this is a nice book about growing a beard because Jesus did but be warned- you will quickly discover that Ed's adventure takes him, and us, deep into the heart of grace, mercy and the endless discovery of just what the way of Jesus looks like - which, of course, has very little to do with having a beard.”—Rob Bell, Jesus Wants To Save Christians“Inspiring, insightful, sometimes infuriating, often funny, a little weird (like its author) and a must read for anyone wanting to become a serious follower of Jesus Christ” —Cal Thomas“Highly, highly recommended” —Brian McLarenEvangelical pastor Ed Dobson had a radical idea…“Live one year as Jesus lived. Eat as Jesus ate. Pray as Jesus prayed. Observe the sabbath as Jesus observed. Attend the Jewish festivals as Jesus attended. Read the Gospels every week." Dobson’s transition from someone who follows Jesus to someone who lives like Jesus takes him into bars, inspires him to pick up hitchhikers, and deepens his understanding of suffering. Living like Jesus is quite different from what we imagine.“It may appear from the cover that this is a nice book about growing a beard because Jesus did but be warned- you will quickly discover that Ed's adventure takes him, and us, deep into the heart of grace, mercy and the endless discovery of just what the way of Jesus looks like - which, of course, has very little to do with having a beard.”—Rob Bell, Jesus Wants To Save Christians

Ed's life was great.

I was a fan of Ed Dobson when he was pastor at Calvary Baptist church. he's always had a corky sense of humor and an authentic message. I listened to his Year of Living Like Jesus when it was first published, and recently revisited it after many years. Many of his stories and highlights stuck with me for a long time. it's a wonderful story for anyone who is interested in learning more about how to live an authentic life regardless what Christian tradition you come from

Some valuable insights from Ed - But quite religious content

Overall I enjoyed this. I got it after buying his “Seeing Through the Fog” audiobook about 2 years ago, which is a book that Ed details his ALS journey, and gives one perspective and hope.
This book has more religious quotations, and at times, in certain chapters I found this a bit too much. But I persevered with it, to be able to hear Ed’s pearls of wisdom. Along the way I learnt interesting facts about Catholicism and the Rosary, and Judaism, along with other forms of Christianity.
It was interesting to hear the different approaches to religion and politics.
I am not about to go quoting the bible to others after listening to this; however this audiobook was worth listening too and I think Ed was a very well rounded individual whom would have been great to have in your life. It must have been hard that year for his family when he was living like Jesus, especially for his wife, and in caring for him as his ALS progressed. He was very fortunate to have such a supportive family, and they must miss him greatly. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Incredibly bad theology.

I wanted to like this book and I will admit it is well written. The story progresses effectively and the author succeeds in conveying the intended message. My issue with this book is in the theology presented. The author has an incredibly misguided understanding of Scripture.