My Generation: A Real Journey of Change and Hope

This book is a must read! If you are from this generation or hoping to gain a better understanding on this generation then take the time to crack this baby open. Inside you'll find compelling stories of hope and authenticity. I happen to know Josh quite well and can say that this guy is the real deal. He's not one of those authors that writes what he hopes to care about or what he hopes to live like, he's the real deal. Josh so proud of you man!

Incredible book! Riebock does an exceptional job capturing what it means (and feels like) to be a part of generation Y. He gives beautiful illustrations of the joys and excitements that we see within our broken world when we choose to not only follow Jesus, but also invite others along on our journey. Reibock generously presents real life examples of how he has seen God use people in his life, to begin to bring healing and restoration to our lost generation. I was inspired by Riebock...he writes with such honesty about himself that it is hard not to feel like you are part of his stories, and part of his life. Riebock uses a well composed combination of personal stories, biblical truths, and his own creative genius, which makes every page a new adventure. This is a must read!!!

First of all, I'm not from the Y Generation. More like the U or V generation--okay...I'm a Baby Boomer. But someone (who didn't bother carding me) put this book into my hands and I was intrigued by the author's story. He took a turn in his life because it was what God asked him to do even though people advised him it didn't seem wise. Not to do it would be to disobey God, Josh Riebock he left his job and settled down to write and speak. How could I not want to read a book by someone who understands so clearly, and from experience, that obeying God often means taking the road less traveled. And the road less traveled often leads you away from well-lit paths. I was engaged from page one. The stories are genuine, humorous, honest, and self-deprecating. Nothing is sugar-coated or white-washed. Think Seinfeld at a Bible study. It was when I got to page 78 that I had to put the book down. Page 78 contains "Josh's List of selfish things to do when a lonely person really needs love." 1. Come up with a convenient excuse why I can't be there. 2. Ignore the person because their life is too messed up and they're too different. 3. Be nice, giving what I want to give, but not what he needs. 4. Nod my head and say, "Man, that's tough," but avoid anything that costs me emotionally, mentally, physically, or financially. 5. Invite her to church and pass her off to someone ASAP. 6.Tell him I'll pray for him and maybe I will, but probably I won't 7. Get caught up in work and other things I consider more important than someone who is so desperately lonely the only friend they have is their imagination. There are a total of 9 things on the list, but when I got to the one about praying, I had to put down the book. How often have I done that one? Here's the right answer--for the money: Too often. I couldn't see the words on page 79 because I was blinded by the disconcerting truth that Josh Riebock had somehow managed to sneak into my soul and expose me as someone who is a pro at doing selfish things when confronted by a lonely person who needs love. The Y Generation may be doing those things now, but in 20 years, they'll be slick, polished experts who are so good at it they can even fool themselves. After I've chewed and swallowed this uncomfortable truth, I will keep reading this book because the stories are real and there's nothing like a story to get through to me. Maybe that's why Jesus chose to teach the truths about the Father with stories we now clothe as parables because it sounds much more theologically appropriate. Josh Riebock can tell a story and a good story teller can engage anyone at any age. Get this book, even if you're not 25.

A wonderful book. His writing is similar to Donald Miller. One of the best books that I have read in a long long time!

I was totally surprised by this book. You always hear the old cliché "I laughed, I cried..." Well, I really did. It caught me off guard. The author uses vivid imagery, humor and creativity to bring stories to life. You feel like you're there. He unashamedly pulls off the shiny veneer of a broken generation in desperate need of unconditional love. The stories break your heart but he doesn't leave you there. He calls you to action. It's very moving.