Banning Liebscher was on staff at Bethel Church for eighteen years, and founded the ministry Jesus Culture during that time. As the Jesus Culture conferences grew, Banning and his family relocated to start a Jesus Culture church to continue to equip revivalists and reformers.
“So often our culture encourages us toward the quick-fix solution
or shortcut to whatever it is we have our hearts set upon. But with
the deep things of God, there’s likely no drive-through version or
fast-track approach. His ways are higher than ours—and they are
often slower too. My friend Banning’s brilliant book is such a
timely reminder of how over time we can develop deep roots in
Christ, and how these various roots then become the foundation for
a life of lasting impact.”
—Matt Redman, songwriter, UK
“So it’s about time we have a book from Banning Liebscher, after
his years of leading the Jesus Culture movement and gatherings of
hundreds of thousands of young leaders around the world! Banning
hits the jackpot with this new book on identity, purpose, and
calling—a much-needed and timely message and a challenge for all
leaders. Rooted reminds us that leaders must not only embrace the
process of becoming who God has called us to be but actually love
it too!”
—Brad Lomenick, past president of Catalyst and author of The
Catalyst Leader and H3 Leadership
“Banning takes us back to the basics in this brilliant, simple
book. Rooted is a gift to an entire generation that could otherwise
easily forget or, worse yet, never hear the foundations for a
distinctive Christian life.”
—Gabe Lyons, Q founder and author of Good Faith
“This foundational concept of being rooted is so timely for our
culture. Strong winds will come at us and want to take us in every
direction, but only the trees that have deep roots will stand when
these winds blow. It’s our unseen self that truly is our strength.
I highly recommend anyone to dig deep into these pages. Thank you,
Banning, for such an important book for our days.”
—Chris Tomlin, singer and songwriter
“I’ve been doing life and ministry with Banning Liebscher for more
than fifteen years. I’ve watched him live out the message that is
his new book, Rooted. I’ve watched as Banning has continuously
surrendered his life to God, devoted himself to prayer, served the
Church, and intentionally moved toward relationships and challenges
within community. He is certainly a leader who has stepped out in
faith, allowing God to develop deep roots in his life. I have
personally been challenged by Banning’s uncompromising trust in God
and commitment to being strongly rooted in Him. The message of
Rooted is a timely and prophetic message this generation needs to
hear. In an age where everything is so attainable and we are all
encouraged to dream big, it is so important to understand the cost
of what God calls us to. It’s easy to dream and have vision, but to
surrender our lives in trust to God and to allow Him to develop us
from the inside out takes tremendous courage and strength. But it
is possible and so incredibly important! If you are in it for the
long haul, if you want to be able to sustain the dreams God has put
in your heart, if you want to bear fruit that will last, this is
the book for you!”
—Kim Walker-Smith, president of Jesus Culture Music and Jesus
Culture Publishing
“This book connects with my soul! Amidst the highs and lows of
life, my heart longs to be grounded in Christ. To be rooted in His
truths. To be reminded that before God can work through us, He must
do a work in us.”
—Kyle Korver, professional basketball player for the Atlanta
Hawks
“Few men in our generation have shaped the songs we sing, the
places we gather, and the spiritual atmospheres we encounter, like
Banning. In his book Rooted, it’s easy to see his gift for
practical lifestyle leadership. Banning’s words have a profound
undercurrent to push you into developing spiritual integrity. Many
of us are looking for a front-row seat to an honest and real
conversation about what it’s going to take to go the distance.
Rooted is a resource you want to have close throughout the years.
It’s a must-read book!”
—Havilah Cunnington, director of Moral Revolution and founder of
Truth to Table Ministries
“Few voices of this generation are qualified to both biblically and
practically detail the process through which God roots us into our
purposes. One of those voices is undoubtedly Banning’s. In his new
book Rooted, Banning expertly engages the slow-motion button and
give us powerful step-by-step insight into how God develops us to
be who He has willed for us to be! Great read!”
—Chris Hill, senior pastor of the Potter’s House of Denver
“Banning is a general to the modern generation. He has great
insight into discipleship and raising up a generation. This book
will impact and empower you to live a life of greatness. I
thoroughly recommend this book to you.”
—Russell Evans, founder and director of Planetshakers
“In every generation a heart comes along that beats so loudly for
God, the sound is heard around the world. Banning Liebscher
possesses this kind of heart—a heart whose soil continues to be
tilled, watered, tended, and tested by fire—producing lasting fruit
that nourishes the nations. In his book Rooted, Banning takes the
enormous fruit of his own life and puts it directly into the hands
of each reader, practically walking you into a life so rooted in
intimacy and wisdom, it can thrive in every season.”
—Christa Black Gifford, speaker, songwriter, and author of God
Loves Ugly and Heart Made Whole
“Rooted, the latest book by Banning Liebscher, is both intensely
practical and wonderfully profound. I’ve had the pleasure of
watching Banning become what he has written about—a man deeply
rooted, who bears much fruit. His life in God is rich and real. For
this reason, God is using him to transform the lives of countless
people around the world. Learning to embrace God’s process in our
lives brings us to a place of rest, where trust becomes a natural
expression of our relationship with God. Rooted is sure to have
great impact on all who read it.”
—Bill Johnson, Bethel Church, Redding, California, and author of
When Heaven Invades Earth and Defining Moments
“Finding your identity in Christ is so important in today’s
world. Rooted gives you the fundamental skills to guide you into
being fully grounded and established in Christ, producing fruit
that lasts. This book shows us that when we are fully rooted in
Christ, we are positioned to influence the world around us.”
—Luke Ridnour, thirteen-year NBA veteran
“Everyone champions accomplishments, but not many people champion
the journey. I love Banning’s take on how to embrace the journey
and trust God on your way to enduring fruit. This book will help
you redefine what success looks like in your life. It will give you
keys to help you lean into the Lord when you are in process or feel
far from your destination. And you will find yourself getting built
up and learn how to enjoy the different seasons of life.”
—Kelly Clark, Olympic gold and two-time bronze medalist in
snowboarding halfpipe
“In order to fully achieve all that God has called us to do in our
life, we must know our God-viewed identity! I believe Banning does
that in Rooted by taking us through David’s life and showing us how
engaging in high-trust intimate relationships with God and
community will allow us to truly serve others in a way that people
will see Jesus and be impacted by Him.”
—Jeremy Affeldt, retired Major League Baseball pitcher, three-time
World Series champion, and author of To Stir a Movement
“Many Christians struggle with the illusion of choice, believing
there are multiple paths to purpose and passion. In Rooted, Banning
invites us on a journey down the narrow path that defines the
process of becoming fruitful in our service to Christ. You will
find this path to be both practical and biblical, one that defines
terms like serving, humility, and community. A legacy is a history
worth repeating; Rooted equips and encourages us to embrace our
true calling, following Jesus and living a legacy that produces
everlasting fruit.”
—Lyle Wells, author and speaker
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