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Summary: "The Cult of Jabez" exposes the dream merchant
Review: To more fully understand the devastating impact on the churches of America being sold to Christians by Wilkinson and Kopp one must read "The Cult of Jabez" by Pastor Steve Hopkins. Hopkins' book, "The Cult of Jabez" is available right here and now at amazon.com! ISBN 0971761272
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Summary: Not Sure What to Think...
Review: Well, I have to start off by telling you that I was really waiting in anticipation for the release of this book. I was not a huge fan of The Prayer of Jabez, but I had heard Bruce Wilkinson speak on the subject contained in this book a year or so ago. His message was truly helpful to me. He talked about the "border bullies" and all of the other characters you'll meet in this book. When I read the book I did not sense the same passion that I felt from him in the live setting. It also seemed like he was trying to fill up some space and combine odd things. There are parts of the book that should be required reading for any leader, but much of it isn't really breaking any new ground. I won't judge his motivations, but I will say that I was somewhat let down by the book. It was not what I was expecting. However, most people will find it highly encouraging and will benefit from a careful reading of it.Paul Heier, author of Leading Out of Love: Christian Leader's Guide
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Summary: Words of Hope & Courage in the midst of it all
Review: When I came to Christ I asked Him what He wanted me to do with my life & He showed me in a dream. Ironically, it was a business that I was about to call it quits on. But, understanding the revalation of what Christ endured for me, I accepted His Vision for my life because when it is fufilled so many will have benefitted because I was faithful to Him. Now, 2 1/2 years later, the death of a parent, the loss of a child and the almost constant fear of rejection and disapproval, I asked Him to do whatever needs to be done within me & get it over with so His vision for my life in the spiritual can become a reality in the natural.Can you say, 'Ouch!'? This book puts into words almost everything I have been experiencing and offers not only encouragement but solutions that are simple. Sometimes, we complicate things that are really as easy as 123 with our perfectionism ( like we could ever be perfect enough for God. That's what grace is for.) This book will help anyone whose heart aches for something more out of life but doesn't know where to start and once begun how to handle those things that threaten to crush you and your dreams. I love that this book is so simple yet so profound. I also am so grateful the author himself found the courage to pursue his dream in spite of his fears so that I could be inspired by his work. To God be the glory!I'm going to put this review wherever I can. Also recommended: Confidence by Alan Loy McGinnis, Jesus, Entrepenuer and Jesus, CEO both by Laurie Beth Jones
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Summary: Awesome Book for Dreamers!
Review: Wilkinson believes each one of us has a dream that is as unique to our identity as our fingerprints or personality. Furthermore, he believes God planted that dream inside us and if we don't fulfill our mission, something significantly consequential will not happen in the lives of people who need to be touched by our God-given dream. The logical is sound if you read this book grounded in principles from the Bible. Like other dreamers, Wilkinson says the process never ends. As soon as one major dream is accomplished, it serves as the launching pad for a bigger dream. Vitally important though is the relationship between the dreamer and the Dream Giver. There are some eternally significant issues addressed in that area, but in order not to spoil the plot, I'll just advise you to read this book. You'll thank me for recommending you do so. Your life IS meant for eternally positive consequences. Trials are part of the process.
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Summary: A Dangerous Man
Review: Wilkinson was recently (October 2003) on Robert Schuller's "Hour Of Power" program pushing this book. His segment ended with him hypnotically "calling" hundreds of members of the audience to the front of the stage in a pledge that they would "never again" ignore their "dream," and that this was their "breakthrough." It was a classic example of people indulging in "runner's high" without actually earning it by "running." Do yourself a favor...if you're looking for God's purpose in your life, get Charles Stanley's "Success God's Way," John Ortberg's "If You Want To Walk On Water, You've Got To Get Out Of The Boat," or Joyce Meyer's "How To Succeed At Being Yourself." These books are deeply rooted in Scripture and reality, and present a balanced picture of the hard work that is required of anyone who plugs into their "dream." The Schuller show was truly chilling...reminds me of Traffic's old song "The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys" and the line "the man in the suit has just bought a new car from the profit he's made on your dreams." Caveat Emptor. Go to Schuller's Web Site and watch the clip yourself. The entire 26 minute segment is archived there.
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