I was given this book by a friend. After 3 chapters, I order another copy and sent to my son to read. He also thinks this is an awsome book. A must read by new and older Christians. I am planning on buying more of this authors books. Great instruction and review of Christian walk. A way to relearn things that you might have forgotten...
This is a truly life changing book!! It's easy to read & understand, thoughtful, well written, inspiring and I absolutely recommend it to anyone & everyone!! I've given at least a dozen copies to friends, family & even strangers. It is even better in CD form, narrated by the author. I guarantee you will be filled with humility, hope, peace, inspiration & love after reading this book. If you're seeking the way, you'll find it in this book with an introduction to Jesus Christ and life lessons through the hundreds of Biblical quotes. If you're already on the path, you'll learn how to draw closer to God and so much more. I highly recommend this book to everyone from those who don't have Jesus in their lives to those who are devout in their love of Christ. I'm listening to it a second time & enjoying it every bit as much as the first time!! You will not be disappointed!!
My sister-in-law mentioned this book to me and highly recommended it. I found the book very inspirational and uplifting. I would like others to read this too.
I loved that I decided I wanted to buy the book and read it...I ordered it and got it in lke 3 days, I was very impressed and would definetly do it all over again!!!
I've heard of so many people getting together usually in church groups or other groups to read this book. I was going through an awkward time in my life & needed a little guidance. This book is great for anyone.
Interesting book, its a good motivator for human accomplishments, but not that very spiritual. Rick uses God as a genie and guides more to "saved by works" not grace/faith. For some reason, the elderly doesnt fit in well with the chruch, other than getting their donations from thier social security every month, he doesnt really give any inspiration for them in "Gods Service".
Most his following books forcas more on serving the church, and not God. If your not rooted in the faith, dont read the book, use it as a comparison, not a guide. Just remember, humanism has encroached the church so that people cant tell the differance.
My church went through the whole book for our Sunday School class. It was intense and very rewarding for me. I found my purpose in life. I never knew what my purpose in this life was...I wish everyone would read it at least once. I am on my second reading. I bought it for a friend. Thank you. I rate it excellent!
Finding your purpose in life is a journey. This book is similar to THE SECRET but it provides the true key about your journey --Faith. Without faith you have nothing. Rick Warren holds you accountable to your actions and decisions. Your faith is the only thing you have to truly find out your true purpose.
I would recommend this book. It is easily understood and within the first few chapters, you will know that it is something that will have long lasting effects on your life.
So far I like the book. I am going on a mission trip to the Czech Republic and this book was suggestion buy my church before the trip. I think this book would be excellent for anyone to read so they can gain focus on what is important in life rather than being rapped up in the daily routine. We forget about our purpose here and what we are doing on this earth that is meaningful rather than just living day by day and passing the time.
Per the news articles and stories on CNN, this book was the reason why that woman who got taken hostage was able to talk the criminal into giving himself up! I can see why---it gives every person on this earth a meaning for their lives, despite society's standards. I keep buying this book and giving it away to both new friends and old. Once you read it, your outlook on your own life will change dramatically for the better.
I bought both books due to I got one as a gift from a friend. I thought both of my sisters would really enjoy the process of understanding their relationship with God and how they can enrich their purpose in life.
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS A PERSON CAN READ TO UNDERSTAND WHAT LIFE IS ABOUT , IM BUYING THIS BOOK TO GIVE TO PEOPLE ITS THE BEST BOOK YOU CAN GIVE TO SOMEONE WHO NEEDS UNDERSTANDING AND HOPE
I like this book for the reason that it not only has a book but a journal. I used this in a time in my life when I needed to find myself as well as God. It was during my recovery from drugs and alcohol. My husband also did this book and journal while in prison, and it made his life change as well. We are both members of a church and now proud christians. If we hadn't done this book then who knows where we would have ended up. I challange most ppl to read the book and also do the journal. I gaurantee it will change your life!
I purchased this book during a very difficult time in my life. Though I do not agree with the whole concept in the book, it did give me a what I call a pathway in which to take my life. I have always believed there was a purpose to each one of our lives and this book helped to reinforce that belief. I have shared this book with friends and family and each of them has come away with a better understanding of why they are here, also. This is a really great book but you must use it as a tool along with your own beliefs.
BEWARE when giving this book as a gift to a non-christian or new believer it could confuse them. This book does NOT discuss repentence. The NEW AGE seeker friendly church is teaching that salvation is FREE. This is WRONG. Christ paid a BIG price and we must repent as we ask Christ to become our savior and as we become that new creature there may be persecution ahead depending on where on this earth we live. God's Word says to suffer for Chist is to be blessed. Amy Pedata
I purchased Purpose Driven Life for my own personal study. As I talked to friends about the book they wanted to study it too. So, I ordered another two books and have started a group study.
Buying though e-bay saved me money - about one third of the bookstore price even with fast shipping so I am very satisfied and will look to e-bay first when planning any other purchases.