Step into a life-changing journey with The Red Letter Life, where you’ll be taken through the “red letter” portions of the Bible—the words of Jesus, as recorded in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Written by award-winning author and pastor, Bob Hostetler, this practical and inspiring read shows how 17 key words can alter the course of your life and reveals the stunning simplicity of the Gospel message.

“The Red Letter Life reveals the stunning simplicity and life-changing power of Jesus' words. This is a book everyone should read--and live!”

–Josh McDowell, internationally known author, lecturer, and Christian apologist

“Bob Hostetler is one of my favorite writers. I read everything he writes.”

–Leonard Sweet, best-selling author, E. Stanley Jones Professor of Evangelism at Drew Theological School at Drew University and a Visiting Distinguished Professor at George Fox University

"Bob Hostetler. . .quotes the words of Jesus, astutely guiding us through familiar New Testament passages with fresh eyes, helping us see more clearly what Jesus expects his followers to do with their lives. The seventeen chosen words—'come,' 'follow,' and 'hear' among them—both challenge and convict us, comfort and encourage us. The Red Letter Life is a heartfelt invitation to put into action what Jesus put into words."
—Liz Curtis Higgs, best-selling author of Bad Girls of the Bible: And What We Can Learn from Them


"The Scriptures tell us the Word of God is alive and active. In The Red Letter Life, Bob Hostetler demonstrates how this is true. By asking us to hear some familiar words of Jesus with fresh ears, Bob shows the richness, depth, and transformative nature of Jesus' invitation and teaching. I highly recommend it!"
--Mike Erre, Senior Pastor of the First Evangelical Free Church of Fullerton, CA, and author of Why the Bible Matters

“The Red Letter Life, 17 Words From Jesus to Inspire, Practical, Purposeful Living” by Bob Hostetler ranks as one of his best non-fiction books.

I strongly recommend this book to anyone who wants to revive or deeper their walk with Christ. While this book may appear to be quick easy read, it is quite deep and meaningful.
— Phyllis Wykoff

This is a very inspiring little book. I'd been hearing a lot about it, and it didn't disappoint. I like that it is broken into so many chapters and sections--it's great for reading on the go. The author writes clearly and makes a lot of sense, and I like that he doesn't use too many words and say the same thing over and over again. The book was obviously edited well.. This is a must-have for the religion/spirituality section of public libraries.
— Heather Cottle-Dillon

Bob Hostetler is a writer, editor, speaker, and consultant from southwestern Ohio. His twenty-nine books, which include the award-winning Don’t Check Your Brains at the Door (co-authored with Josh McDowell)and The Bone Box, have sold over 3 million copies. He has won two Gold Medallion Awards, four Ohio Associated Press awards, and an Amy Foundation Award. He is the founding pastor of Cobblestone Community Church in Oxford, Ohio. He and his wife, Robin, have two grown children, Aubrey and Aaron, and four grandchildren.