Live Laugh Love Audiobook (free download)

In her “paradigm-influencing” ("Christianity Today") bestseller "Jesus and John Wayne", which has changed how countless Americans understand their faith, historian Kristin Kobes Du Mez showed how evangelicals made Jesus into an idol of rugged masculinity and Christian nationalism. Now she uncovers the roots of today’s glittering, Instagram-ready culture of white Christian femininity.

Live Laugh Love by Kristin Kobes Du Mez is a fascinating exploration of white Christian womanhood in the U.S. 🇺🇸. It delves into the cultural and historical roots of today's consumer-driven, Instagram-ready femininity, tracing back to the late 19th century and the New Thought movement. Du Mez connects the dots between seemingly disparate traditions like Mormonism and evangelicalism, revealing how they contributed to prosperity theology and positive thinking. 📚✨

Unlike other audiobooks on this topic, Du Mez's work stands out for its blend of cultural history and personal storytelling. 🎧 Her insights into how consumer culture shapes religious and secular life make this a must-listen for those interested in gender, religion, and culture. 🌟

The audiobook version of Kristin Kobes Du Mez's Live Laugh Love made it into the Top 50 bestseller list in the Coaching category this week. The audiobook is an ideal holiday read. Hear it for free on Spotify or experience it in excellent audio quality on Audible.