Dear Friend,
May I share a story that is very dear to my heart?
It's a story of hillbillies and simple folk, net casters and tax collectors. A story of a movement that exploded like a just-opened fire hydrant out of Jerusalem and spilled into the ends of the earth: into the streets of Paris, the districts of Rome, and the ports of Athens, Istanbul, Shanghai, and Buenos Aires. A story so mighty, controversial, head spinning, and life changing that two millennia later we wonder:
Might it happen again?
Heaven knows we hope so. These are devastating times: 1.75 billions people are desperately poor; one billion are hungry. Lonely hearts indwell our neighborhoods and attend our schools. In the midst of it all, here we stand: you, me, and our one-of-a-kind lives. We are given a choice ... an opportunity to make a big difference during a difficult time. What if we did? What if we rocked the world with hope?
Worth a try, don't you think?
One hundred percent of the author's royalties from Outlive Your Life products will benefit children and families through World Vision and other ministries of faith-based compassion.
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"Max Lucado is my kind of guy! I have always loved the way he writes! He is down to earth and has a way of intersecting daily life with God's word and showing us how we can be true examples to those around us. This book is a challenge, it challenges Christians to use the circumstances they are in and the people they come in contact with to make a difference in our world. Max bases his book on the sermons in Acts, and really he hits home on so many levels. If we as Christians would be more like the Acts church we could accomplish so much more! I highly recommend this book!"
— Andi (5 out of 5 stars)
" pretty good book. Max has a way of making us think of beyond the here and now and forward to the difference we can make "
— Laurel, 2/9/2014" Fantastic read. Convicted me of what little I do in comparison to all I could do for God given all He has blessed me with. "
— Amy, 2/1/2014" Wow. This book was beautifully written and so powerful. Don't read it unless you want to feel convicted and empowered. I feel as if I need to read it a second time to fully soak in the truth that can change the way I live. "
— Kristin, 1/18/2014" This was light reading... giant font, big margins. It was as if it was a thought stretched into a book. "
— Maria, 1/17/2014" Good, inspirational read. I especially enjoyed the last chapter on prayer. Gets me thinking about finding little ways to give amidst my busy life and perhaps bigger ways later when the boys are older. "
— Jen, 1/16/2014" Amazing book which describes the ability we ALL have to do things that will outlast our physical lives here. It will change your way of thinking and cause you to look for opportunities to make the world a better place. "
— Janet, 12/17/2013" Inspires me to step outside the boat more and more. "
— Suraj, 12/13/2013" Awesome! Great ideas for making your life count. "
— Candace, 12/10/2013" I am so excited to dive deep and see how I am challenged through this book! I better hold on because I know it will be a great ride. "
— Robbyn, 11/24/2013" Great book that I read a chapter at a time at lunch. An outstanding representation of what it is to live life as demonstrated in the biblical book of Acts. Reading Lucado is like getting a hug. "
— Damon, 6/11/2013" This is a collection of guidelines for living a life that makes a difference, fleshed out with some interesting anecdotes and with stories from the Bible. The guidelines are nothing new but it's a good idea to be reminded of them from time to time and to check on how you're doing. "
— Susan, 4/19/2013" God has put His thumbprint on all of us. The questions is: How are you going to use that thumbprint to glorify His kingdom? "
— Khari, 3/20/2013" Humanity at it's highest level. This book will make you reevaluate the real meaning of life. Be prepared to think. "
— Lori, 3/1/2013" Max Lucado always does a fabulous job of saying things in a unique and thought provoking way. This book is excellent in helping us consider ways to look beyond ourselves in order to make a difference in the lives of those around us. I highly recommend this book. "
— Layne, 2/10/2013" Read half the book, and while I found it enjoyable and with great insights, it just wasn't new information for me. So I stopped reading. No offense. :-) "
— Beth, 11/12/2012" I know I am supposed to like Max's books, but this one is a real winner. Practical, inspiring without laying on the guilt. Thoroughly a blessing. And Max is donating 100% of his author royalties to charity. Good stuff! "
— Jana, 9/1/2012" This inspired me to actively seek out opportunities to serve others. Kindness and compassion go a long way. "
— Seanna, 11/25/2011" Valid and deep points! Good book but don't expect a manual with actual x's and o's... "
— Virginia, 9/11/2011" This book gives you a lot to think about! "
— Molli, 5/13/2011" It was very cool. Pushed me in a positive way to not be fearful in my walk with God and gave me courage. It was so good that I suggested to the college minister at my church that we do it in next fall's life-group session. (I hardly make recommendations.) "
— Shawn, 4/18/2011" Another ok read. Just not my type of book. Some interesting info there but not something I would choose. "
— Paula, 4/8/2011" Not a deep review of fear, but great ideas and thought starters to take further. Fear's definitely something that controls us, and God has other ideas for how we are to live. Working on a sermon series on this topic now. "
— Elizabeth, 3/18/2011" No book can completely remove fear, but this is a very good book..and the devotions are really helpful. "
— Sienna, 3/7/2011" Loved this book. A great new viewpoint on fear and worry, and why they are unnecessary with a God like ours. "
— Annie, 3/2/2011" WONDERFUL READ. BRINGS YOU BACK TO THE REALITY THAT "THE LORD IS WITH US ALWAYS", WE ARE NOT TO FEAR. THIS BRINGS PEACE TO ONES HEART THAT MIGHT BE GOING THROUGH DIFFICULTIES IN THIS WORLD. I always enjoy Max Lucado's books. "
— Lynn, 2/1/2011Since entering the ministry in 1978, Max Lucado has served churches in Miami, Florida; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and San Antonio, Texas. He currently serves as teaching minister of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio. He is America’s bestselling inspirational author with more than 130 million books in print.
Daniel Butler is an audiobook narrator whose readings include Prodigal Son by Brennan Manning and American Patriots by Rick Santorum.
Dan Butler, audiobook narrator, actor, writer, director, and producer, has had major roles on and off Broadway and has appeared in numerous television shows, including Frasier, House, and Monk. He cowrote and directed Karl Rove, I Love You and has appeared in such feature films as Crazy, Stupid, Love; Silence of the Lambs; Enemy of the State; and Fixing Frank, among others.