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Summary: "Theologically sound, Bible based, well-organized"
Review: Despite what you may read, this, like all Warren's works, is theologically sound--it just may be too fundamentally Christian for many readers. The fault is not in the book.As a book for graduates, this ranks right up there with "The Mizraim Principles" in what it can offer. Gee, I wish someone had given me these two books when I graduated... RECOMMENDED
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Summary: Disappointing
Review: I couldn't read the whole thing. It was more funny than inspiring. This is for HARDCORE Christians who believe that God is the only reason to live. It actually says that without God there would be no reason to live and we would have no purpose other than to enjoy earthly pleasures. Kind of scary. Don't buy this book. Go to the library if you can't resist.
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Summary: Disappointing
Review: I couldn't read the whole thing. It was more funny than inspiring. This is for HARDCORE Christians who believe that God is the only reason to live. It actually says that without God there would be no reason to live and we would have no purpose other than to enjoy earthly pleasures. Kind of scary. Don't buy this book. Go to the library if you can't resist.
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Summary: Excellent Book, worth reading
Review: If you're a Christian who is loyal to God's word, this book will not change your life. All we've ever needed is God's word. Rick Warren does offer plenty of good fodder for discussion, but much of the material consists of those principles most Christians should have a grip on by now. I honestly would be concerned for new Christians reading this book without having a strong Christian as a reading companion. Specifically, some of our fundamental belief concepts are addressed a little too lightly (salvation, Christ's crucifixion/sacrifice, the fact that we don't save people, et. al). As a tool for fellowship, this book accomplishes much. I do struggle with Pastor Warren's propensity for using so many different Bible versions. Although he contends that it makes the issues simpler, it certainly complicated things for me on occasion - especially those times when unrelated Scripture was used to make his point. The commercialism is troubling and disturbing. I personally don't have a problem with him making money for writing a book. However, this endeavor has expanded to the nth degree and he does push some product during the 40 Days of Purpose campaign. As Christians, though, we should focus on God's word and support any function that will ultimately glorify Him. I feel that is possible with this book. So, using discernment, you can make this book a blessing in your life for serving God. Those Christians with a solid relationship with our Father might find the book to be lacking more than your basic Scriptural observations, however. Read this with a good, Christian mentor, or read as a mentor for someone searching to discover or solidy their personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Summary: Good For Christians Firmly In Scripture
Review: If you're a Christian who is loyal to God's word, this book will not change your life. All we've ever needed is God's word. Rick Warren does offer plenty of good fodder for discussion, but much of the material consists of those principles most Christians should have a grip on by now. I honestly would be concerned for new Christians reading this book without having a strong Christian as a reading companion. Specifically, some of our fundamental belief concepts are addressed a little too lightly (salvation, Christ's crucifixion/sacrifice, the fact that we don't save people, et. al). As a tool for fellowship, this book accomplishes much. I do struggle with Pastor Warren's propensity for using so many different Bible versions. Although he contends that it makes the issues simpler, it certainly complicated things for me on occasion - especially those times when unrelated Scripture was used to make his point. The commercialism is troubling and disturbing. I personally don't have a problem with him making money for writing a book. However, this endeavor has expanded to the nth degree and he does push some product during the 40 Days of Purpose campaign. As Christians, though, we should focus on God's word and support any function that will ultimately glorify Him. I feel that is possible with this book. So, using discernment, you can make this book a blessing in your life for serving God. Those Christians with a solid relationship with our Father might find the book to be lacking more than your basic Scriptural observations, however. Read this with a good, Christian mentor, or read as a mentor for someone searching to discover or solidy their personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
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Summary: Just read this book and see if it doesn't change your life!!
Review: Rick Warrens book has inspired chritians like me to once again get my focus back to where it belongs. As a christian you can easily slip back to your selfish world and find yourself deprressed and unhappy, the way you were before you became a christian. The book will open your heart and mind and get you to think about the BIGGER picture. Its all about Jesus in the end. The sooner we all realize that truth the easier we will start living a more meanignful life -- A life filled with purpose.
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Summary: Exactly the way it should be written
Review: This book carries on with the main driven purpose book and has many meaningful scriptures specifically for the graduate. I read several short verses when things are going bad at school and also when things are going very good in school. This book is about praising God and helpful advise on living a driven purpose life for God while in school.
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Summary: Fabulous
Review: This is the best book I ever read next to the Bible. Critics should look carefully and see not only how scripturally sound it is but how it has helped people. I think the other review is sad very sad.
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Summary: WATCH OUT!
Review: You can not read the Gospels and then ignore the call to true repentance. Biblical repentance is absent from Warren's presentation of the gospel, as is God's wrath against sin, and His coming judgment. This is just the same "seeker-sensitive" style that is rampant in the evangelical world today. What this book and everyone who subscribes to this "feel good" message are really saying is, "Hey, let's lighten up the message of the Bible so we can get these pews filled up." God will judge those who trade the truth of His word for a lie.
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Summary: WATCH OUT!
Review: You can not read the Gospels and then ignore the call to true repentance. Biblical repentance is absent from Warren's presentation of the gospel, as is God's wrath against sin, and His coming judgment. This is just the same "seeker-sensitive" style that is rampant in the evangelical world today. What this book and everyone who subscribes to this "feel good" message are really saying is, "Hey, let's lighten up the message of the Bible so we can get these pews filled up." God will judge those who trade the truth of His word for a lie.
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