Bamboozled By Jesus, Yvonne Orji
Bamboozled By Jesus, Yvonne Orji
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Bamboozled By Jesus
How God Tricked Me into the Life of My Dreams

Author: Yvonne Orji

Narrator: Yvonne Orji

Unabridged: 6 hr 31 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Worthy Books

Published: 05/25/2021


Synopsis

Thriving stand-up comic and actress Yvonne Orji—best known as Issa Rae's BFF on the HBO series, Insecure—shares the secrets to living the life of your dreams. Yvonne Orji has never shied away from being unapologetically herself, and that includes being outspoken about her faith. Known for interpreting Biblical stories and metaphors to fit current times, her humorous and accessible approach to faith leaves even non-believers inspired and wanting more.

The way Yvonne sees it, God is a Sovereign Prankster, punking folks long before Ashton Kutcher made it cool. When she meditates on her own life—complete with unforeseen blessings and unanticipated roadblocks—she realizes it’s one big testimony to how God tricked her into living out her wildest dreams. And she wants us to join in on getting bamboozled. This is not a Self-Help book—it’s a Get Yours book!

In Bamboozled by Jesus, a frank and fresh advice book, Orji takes readers on a journey through twenty-five life lessons, gleaned from her own experiences and her favorite source of inspiration: the Bible. But this ain’t your mama’s Bible study. Yvonne infuses wit and heart in sharing pointers like why the way up is sometimes down, and how fear is synonymous to food poisoning. Her joyful, confident approach to God will inspire everyone to catapult themselves out of the mundane and into the magnificent.

With bold authenticity and practical relatability, Orji is exactly the kind of cultural leader we need in these chaotic times. And her journey through being Bamboozled by Jesus paints a powerful picture of what it means to say “yes” to a life you never could’ve imagined—if it wasn’t your own.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Book Reviews by Tara on September 07, 2021

It took me close to a month to complete this book. That’s a long time for me. I usually complete a book in about a week. But I was kind burnt out from reading and I needed to slow down and take a break. So I read this book at a very slow pace. ⠀ Instead of writing a traditional review, I’ve decide to s......more

Goodreads review by Tiasha ~ talesoftiasha on April 14, 2021

This book is about countering imposter syndrome and striving for an incredible life, backed up by the knowledge that you were put on this earth to achieve your birthright of greatness. Keep your head held high boo, you deserve nothing but the best. Orji reminds us not to compromise on our career, ho......more

Goodreads review by Dorothy on February 18, 2024

This was my very first audiobook. I was not disappointed. I had to hear the author’s words in the author’s voice. She spit mad wisdom in such a short space! There were times when I wasn’t sure if she was reading her testimony or reading my mail. It really gave me strength as I listened during my com......more

Goodreads review by Ancillar on May 24, 2021

A huge thanks to Worthy Publishing for my e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. I did scream when I saw the email because wow who wouldn’t? If you are expecting a book about a very perfect never stumbled and never failed a class human then this isn’t it! In Bamboozled by Jesus Yvonne takes us throu......more

Goodreads review by Lady on May 09, 2022

My ohh my! I’m not trying to do justice with this book reflection because truth be told I can’t. The title of this book was actually the catch and for some weird reason I just needed a copy of this book all of a sudden. Once I started this book, I just knew where the prompting to get a copy of the boo......more


Quotes

“Inspiration practically leaps off the pages and into the hearts of readers.… Orji is a cheerleader and best friend for every dreamer.”—LaParis Hawkins, Booklist

“Yvonne is an original voice that really needs to be heard now more than ever. Once you let her in your mind, you’ll never want her to leave.”—Chris Rock, actor and comedian

"Yvonne somehow found a way to brilliantly weave her humor, insight, courage, and faith into pages that feel like a weekend retreat hanging with your best, boldest, brightest and most blessed girlfriend. Bamboozled by Jesus is real talk about deep faith put in practice from a woman committed to living a life of vision, purpose, service and success."
 —Kerry Washington, actress, producer, and director

"A delightful debut... Orji's boundless enthusiasm will appeal to her fans and newcomers alike."—Publishers Weekly