Max Lucado’s new book, “Outlive Your Life“, published by Thomas Nelson, is a series of vignettes illustrating the usefulness of every Christian in achieving God’s purpose and making a difference to the people around us. Not only by living as faithful Christians, but by living as faithful Christians with intent and purpose. Following through with random acts of kindness. Making an effort rather than acting as a afterthought.
Designed for small group study – with accompanying resources, each chapter or vignette includes personal stories (his or someone else’s). From his own attempt to buy bread with an admitted grocery shopping deficiency to the pharmacist in Brazil who is helped by a taxi driver in London through microfinance organizations. Lucado also frequently includes Biblical insights and calls to action or changes in the way we view, and act toward, others. Each chapter ends with a relevant verse and prayer.
In addition is a Discussion and Action Guide in the back of the book, prepared by David Drury. The guide is intended to “spark further reflection and inspire action.” Following the questions for each chapter are ideas for action to go further and transform thoughts into purposeful action. Max Lucado is a “down to earth” writer/preacher with a written voice that says “I hear you” rather than “listen to me.” “Outlive Your Life” would be an appropriate choice for your small group’s next study.
Peace be with you.
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September 14, 2010 at 3:24 pm |
I really loved Outlive Your Life and found it very inspirational! I’m sharing a copy with a friend today! I also wrote a review of it here: http://fablefreak.wordpress.com