Being Real > Being Perfect

Being Real > Being Perfect is an inspiring rallying cry for Christians to let go of pretending and enjoy a freeing, authentic relationship with Jesus and others.

Are you tired of trying to be someone you’re not? Many of us spend a lot of energy—especially at church—trying to hide the fact that we’re struggling. We can’t share our marriage problems. Our addiction. Our sense of distance from God.

In Being Real > Being Perfect, Justin Davis reminds us that God doesn’t heal what we don’t admit is broken. As he vulnerably shares his own story of redemption, Justin helps us understand:

Why being real with ourselves, God, and others leads to peace and hope How faking perfection robs us of the transformative power of grace What the Bible says about insecurity and identity Step-by-step ways to overcome our fear of being vulnerable

If you’re tired of trying to prove yourself, if you’re tired of wondering where the real “you” went, if you’re tired of knowing information but not experiencing transformation—discover the vibrant spiritual life you long for as you embrace the truth that being real is greater than you can imagine.

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Foreword
4. Introduction
5. Part One: A Paralyzing Predicament
6. Chapter 1: Who We Pretend to Be
7. Chapter 2: Do We Really Want Authenticity?
8. Chapter 3: Come Out of Hiding
9. Part Two: The Path From Perfect to Real
10. Chapter 4: Realize Brokenness Is Not Weakness
11. Chapter 5: Let Go of People-Pleasing
12. Chapter 6: Be Brutally Honest with God
13. Chapter 7: Give Away Your Shame
14. Chapter 8: Rediscover Your Identity
15. Part Three: Embracing God's Preferred Picture of You
16. Chapter 9: Taking Off Our Masks
17. Chapter 10: Living a Transformed Life
18. Closing Credits