More than Meh
Is your Christian journey stuck in “meh”? That nagging sense of apathy, of merely going through the motions, while deep down you yearn for something more?
Jesus made it clear: a lukewarm faith isn’t His standard. He offers a life “to the full,” yet many of us struggle to bridge the gap between knowing what’s meaningful and finding the consistent motivation to pursue it.
In More than Meh, Matthew Doebler tackles this spiritual listlessness head-on. Drawing on Jesus’ challenging encounters in Luke 9, the author helps you:
- Identify four common attitudes that lead to spiritual apathy.
- Discover Christ’s power to move you towards becoming a Full-of-Grace, Fortified, Face-It, and Finish-It Follower.
- Embrace five powerful, Christ-centered practices to cultivate a life that’s truly full.
If you’re ready to trade “meh” for the meaningful life God intends for you, this book is your practical guide.
“Jesus offers us so much more than meh.” Indeed he does, and Matt’s book explains why and empowers you with some practical and helpful hows. His words are engaging, helpful, and, best of all, constantly pointing you back to the One who is offering you so much more than a “meh” kind of life. You won’t regret reading this book.
Mike Novotny – Lead Speaker for Time of Grace, author of Taboo, What’s Big Starts Small, and 3 Words that Will Change Your Life.
This little gem offers a practical, relevant strategy grounded in the promises of Scripture. With honesty, wit, and refreshing vulnerability, Pastor Doebler walks alongside us, helping us rediscover the wonder of God’s faithfulness. I read and applied one chapter each day, and within a week, I had a powerful new approach to strengthen my faith life.
Rhoda Wolle – Vice President of Culture and Engagement at Wisconsin Lutheran College and an educational psychologist, international speaker, author, and podcast host
Doebler wears his scholarship lightly, but what emerges is a clear and serious call to the most essential of spiritual disciplines, all in service of the passionate pursuit of Christ.
Dr. Mark Paustian – author of Prepared to Answer and Our Worth to Him.
Although we might say that Jesus is the most important person in our lives, sometimes our faith can feel, well, “meh.” With raw honesty and his disarming sense of humor, Matt helps us identify where and why we’ve lost our way and shows us how to regain a meaningful walk with Jesus.
Pastor Ben Sadler – Victory of the Lamb, Franklin, Wisconsin
If you have ever cared about someone drifting from their faith or struggling to move forward on their spiritual journey, you’ll appreciate Matt’s biblical and real-to-life explanations, guidance, and action steps. As a pastor and a ministry coach, I’m already using this as a tool to help others discover God’s “more” for themselves, while I follow Jesus and do the same.
The five “how to” practices, along with the bonus small group discussion guide, make this material an excellent Bible-based resource for ministry leaders, elders, or small groups who care for souls.
Pastor Daron Lindemann – CrossLife Church, Pflugerville, Texas
The best kinds of Christian books are organically explosive. They take a Word from Jesus, and they explore all of the true life that the verses contain. More than Meh enters into this category. Pastor Matt lets Jesus’ own words from Luke 9:51-62 pulsate into our own lives through storytelling, wit, and very practical instruction. For anyone feeling just a little bit Meh, this book will be enormously helpful. I know it was for me.
Rev. Dr. Timothy C. Bourman – Pastor of Sure Foundation, NYC, author of Deep as the Sea, and founder of The Notable Podcast
This book captivated me by calling out the “meh” areas in my life and boldly leading me to Scripture—the true source of transformation. Professor Doebler made me laugh, kneel, and rejoice in Christian community. I’ve already recommended More than Meh to friends and am thrilled to have such a practical resource that inspires meaningful spiritual growth while rooting us in the grace that makes all things possible.
Missionary Elise Gross – Dean of Women’s Ministry, Academia Cristo
Matthew Doebler’s More Than Meh is an authentic, heartfelt call to trade in lukewarm faith for a meaningful journey with Christ. By drawing on stories and filled with biblical depth, he exposes the subtle ‘meh’ attitudes that creep into our spiritual lives and offers practical, grace-filled practices to rekindle joy, purpose, and perseverance. Each page feels like a conversation with a wise friend who’s unafraid to be real, and every chapter points you back to the fullness of life Jesus promises. If your faith has ever felt stalled, this book will both challenge and encourage you to follow Him with renewed passion.
Rachel Hartman – Co-founder of Discover Hidden Gems and WSJ bestselling co-author
Matt’s More than Meh recalibrates both heart and mind. With humility, wit, and deep Biblical insight, he exposes our lukewarm attitudes and re-centers our identity in Christ. Both convicting and restorative, it breathes fresh life into faith that feels stuck or stagnant.
Shawn Herkstroeter – Coaching Coordinator for Grace in Action
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Author Matthew Doebler
Matthew Doebler has been a parish pastor, a seminary professor, and a missionary for over 28 years. He’s served in the United States, Hong Kong, East Asia, Thailand, and Australia and is passionate about mission, mentoring, and our Christ-centered identity. Matt and his wife, Christine, currently live in Brisbane, Australia. They have three grown-up children, a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren.