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Max Lucado is an easy read, simply profound with the profound simply put. He is a great storyteller, weaving many practical examples into an encouraging flow. He is always positive and has a gift for encouraging others. He illustrates spiritual truths well and helps the reader envision such realities. This book, while not his best, is still very good and in the same vein as so many of his others. It is reminiscent of his Traveling Light, but also nods towards Warren's Purpose Driven SHAPE survey, Schuller's positive thinking, and Maxwell's 'playing to your strengths' philosophy. He writes much like Mark Buchanan and John Eldgredge. In Lucado's theology, we already have all that we need within us. This potential is not to be anticipated additionally but has only gone unrecognized. Destiny is simply unrealized genetics in need of divine revelation by their Creator. Purpose and meaning already lie within. In Lucado's worldview, desire confirms destiny, even if those desires can be misguided or untrustworthy. As a result, here we have another of his psychological how-to manuals. He aptly emphasizes common sense but elevates it to the place of discernment, though the two are technically separate concepts even when they do partner together. In Lucado's theology, Spiritual Gifts are inherent talents and not later supernatural endowments. Talents are transformed into Spiritual Gifts at conversion (p.70). He often encourages risk-taking without the anticipation of potentially negative consequences. This small detail sometimes makes his writings too idealistic. According to Lucado, we can be more discerning when we simply reflect on previous situations. Guidance comes from the past. The ending manual provides practical help for the new Christian but would not be all that insightful for the educated leader. It would be quite helpful for the lay church-person but mature leaders should already have gone through similar resources previously.Read full review
I love this inspiring book by one of my favorite authors! I've given 5 to others! What a deal!
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This is a book that will have you smiling and reach the heart of you. It will stop you in your tracks realizing that it is time to grab hold of your life and count all that you do as purposeful. First it gets you to know that you should be searching for what God's plan for just you is and then it meticulously helps you narrow down your search to a very personalized experience. It is a must read because how important is it that we don't let another day go by without having examined what it is we are meant to be doing instead of just getting caught up in the grind of every day only to find that our one existence on earth has dwindled away without really living it and fulfilling God's reason for our existence. I bought 2 of these (I myself already had one) for my 2 teen-aged daughters for their Easter basket. One is in college and one will be next year. It is an excellent way to drown out the noise of the world and focus on who it is God has created us to be supplying us with all the attributes that is necessary for a successful execution of His plan. A MUST READ!!! and a MUST APPLY! Time to have a quality existence with every moment counting for something.Read full review
I am a collector of Max Lucado's books and have found no bad ones yet. He has a way of writing that draws the normal "Joe" into it before he even begins to read the first page! I was drawn to this one because I have always been looking for that "special" reason of why I am here or what I was put here for. If any author can get some type of answer across to me, it will be Lucado. I love books, which is why I deal in books. I opened one of Lucado's up when I first received it and was hooked! Although he was of a different denomination than I (I have visited the church, though), I never felt there was any difference in our beliefs. Anyone can relate to his books and enjoy them. I now collect any and all of his books - children, too, as I have grandchildren that are about to be old enough for the young children books. Although I have not had a chance to read this book, I have glanced through it and yes - it is as captivating and mesmerizing as all of his books are. I am sure I will finish it with a feeling of satisfaction as I have always done. If you enjoy reading an easily read Christian book that will leave you feeling good, then try one of Lucado's. You can't go wrong!Read full review
I have read the book and listened to the book on CD. Read the book. The book explains the principles in more detail. The book is based on bible principles. The message is: if you are a Christian, there is no common life. Live your own life, based on biblical principles and you will find the unique, abundant life God meant you to have. It is a good supplement to your daily bible reading and devotions. If you struggle to find the will of God for your life, this book can help you. The book was like new, thanks to the seller. It was hardcover, and even the cover protector was like new.
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