I Became a Christian and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt

Many people find themselves asking, "Is this it?"
"We all read about the life Jesus describes and are painfully aware that our lives don't match his words," says Vince Antonucci, a disarmingly funny and edgy pastor. Raised by a Jewish mother and abandoned by his professional poker-playing father, Antonucci found Jesus at age twenty after studying the New Testament. When he finally went to church, he was disappointed to discover a "boring, stale religion."
Through provocative storytelling and raw honesty, Antonucci unearths the life Jesus lived and wants us to experience, challenging us to move past spiritual boredom into a faith that's exciting, beautiful, and powerful. Recommended for all Christians thirsty for a fresh perspective on Christianity.

From the Back Cover

Does Christianity taste stale to you?

Raised by a Jewish mother, abused and abandoned by his professional poker-playing father, Vince Antonucci found Jesus at age twenty after studying the Bible. When he finally started experiencing churches and Christians, he was disappointed to discover a "boring, stale religion."

Many of us can relate. Faith feels disconnected, sucked up by Sunday pep rallies and chintzy spiritual souvenirs. Through provocative storytelling and gut-level honesty, Antonucci unearths the life Jesus lived and wants us to experience, challenging us to move past spiritual boredom into a faith that's exciting, beautiful, and powerful.

"The funniest and most sincere spiritual growth book I've ever experienced."--Craig Groeschel, founding and senior pastor, LifeChurch.tv; author, Chazown

"This book will make you laugh and make you think. It will also make you reexamine your life. If you're serious about trading in your souvenir religion for authentic spiritual passion, this book is a must read."--Mark Batterson, lead pastor, National Community Church; author, In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day

"This is a book that will entertain you, inspire you, and help you experience everything God has for you. Read it and share it with a friend."--Dave Ferguson, lead pastor, Community Christian Church / NewThing Network; author, The Big Idea


Vince Antonucci is the founder and lead pastor of Forefront Church, an innovative church for the unchurched in Virginia Beach. Vince's passion is creatively communicating biblical truth to help people find God.