Max on Life "E-Book Review"

Max Lucado takes some of life's most challenging questions and brings clarity and practicality through God's word.  I was raised in church and I have been consistent in my faith over the last 25 years of my life.  A lot of the topics Mr. Lucado highlight throughout this book are questions that I have wrestled with, discussed, thought through, etc.  This is truly a book for anyone.  Maybe you are not a believer in Christ and a little skeptical of God and Church, this is a great book for you to pick up and read.  Some of the questions listed throughout this book deals with topics about Forgiveness, Faith, Jesus, etc.  Its a great way of having your questions answered.  If you are new to the Faith, and you find yourself stuck or in a challenging situation because life and faith doesn't "make sense", before you throw in the towel and walk away from God....pick of this book, read through it, I believe God will speak to you and give you Hope again.  Maybe your a seasoned believer and you find yourself in a leadership or mentor ship role and you've been reluctant because you have wondered what if I'm asked a question that I am unsure of, and I don't have an answer....this book is for you.  This book with help you to think through and have an answer to give if faced with a difficult question.  By reading this book, you are standing on the shoulder of a giant, this will help you get further...faster!  Must Read!

"Jolt" by Phil Cooke Book Review

Wow! What an amazing book!  As an avid book reader, I must say, this book is a must read.  Phil has complied some of the hot topic/challenges of our time and given them relevant practical solutions.  This is much more than a self help book, its more than a leadership/management book, this a game-changing, potentially life changing book.  This book deals with topics such as making better choices, changing habits, creativity, personal confidence, etc.  Phil gives practical solutions to help readers regain their confidence, restore hope, and get back in the game of "Life".

Phil begins the book detailing the time when he was fired from his job for no apparent reason.  He talked about how that one incident changed the trajectory of his life, because it forced him to make a "now" decision.  He picked up the pieces of his life and moved forward toward the dreams he once had but placed on the back burner due to convenience.  In our current economy, there are a lot of people of find themselves in similar situations, maybe they are unable to "see the forest from the trees".  This book helps you to see the trees, and get your life back on track.  This is a great book, I would highly recommend it, this book has the potential to change the trajectory of your life!

Embracing Our Place

 

I believe connection is the catalyst for spiritual growth and maturity.  Proverbs 27:17 says that iron sharpens iron so one man sharpens another.  I believe that when true personal connection happens there is an empowerment that comes into our lives, which builds and enables us to move forward in strength.

Unfortunately, we live in a society that has attempted to remove the role of men and the importance of a strong male figure in the home and society.  The absence of Godly men has negative effects in the communities in which we live. I believe that it's time for men everywhere to take ownership of their roles and responsibility.

Part of the restoration process of our families, cities, states, and nations is for men to take our rightful place.  In order for that to happen we must take time to invest in ourselves, face our weaknesses, struggles, hurt and pain of the past.  Instead of allowing our past to paralyze us, we must learn to allow that pain to ignite a passion for God and righteousness in our lives.

Let me be clear this is not about posturing, this is about coming to a place of self awareness; accepting our need for God's presence in our lives.  God's presence has the power to change us from the inside out.  2 Cor 5:17 (NIV) says that if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!  In God, all things are made new.  Men, you have been given a mandate from God to lead your families, churches, and communities in His direction.  Men, let's take our rightful place!

I will be hosting a 6 week small group book study of Tony Dungy's "Quiet Strength". The group will begin February 26th at 10 a.m. at The Life Church of Memphis Collierville Campus 650 Houston Hills Rd. Eads, TN 38028. I would love to see you there!

Age of Uncertainty

I think it's safe to say that we are living in uncertain times.  With the looming economic collapse, high unemployment, gloomy business environment there are many people who are stuck in uncertainty. I have always been one who views current events through the framework of scripture.  I personally believe that it's only through scripture and divine enlightenment that current events can be placed in the proper perspective.  Here are three conclusions I have drown as it relates to the times we live in:

1). Life as we knew it has changed.

2)  God's people are the answer to the uncertainty that we face.

3). The latter will be greater than the past.

Not all change is bad, but if we fight against change we will continue to be reluctant to embrace and take our rightful place in history.  God has a plan for our life and it's only after we have aligned our hearts and motives with the heart and motives of God, will we see lasting and transformative change.

How can you embrace change to seize opportunities?

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