The Purpose Driven Life Selected Thoughts and Scriptures for the Graduate [Hardcover]

Rick Warren (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 17, 2004 | Series: Purpose-Driven Life

Based on the New York Times bestseller, The Purpose Driven Life, this keepsake book provides a priceless reminder for graduates of the bountiful life God has planned for them through understanding His purpose for their life. Carefully selected by author Rick Warren, the thoughts and Scriptures inside these pages will help new graduates simplify future decisions, develop a deeper meaning for their life, and most importantly, prepare them for eternity. 'Timeless, profound, compelling, and transforming, The Purpose Driven Life is a priceless gift for everyone who wants to know their purpose and fulfill their destiny.' Bruce Wilkinson, Author, The Prayer of Jabez.

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From the Back Cover

Based on the New York Times bestseller, The Purpose-Driven® Life, this keepsake book provides a priceless reminder for graduates of the bountiful life God has planned for them through understanding His purpose for their life. Carefully selected by author Rick Warren, the thoughts and Scriptures inside these pages will help new graduates simplify future decisions, develop a deeper meaning for their life, and most importantly, prepare them for eternity.

"Timeless, profound, compelling, and transforming, The Purpose-Driven® Life is a priceless gift for everyone who wants to know their purpose and fulfill their destiny." Bruce Wilkinson, Author, The Prayer of Jabez.

About the Author

Rick Warren is often called 'America's most influential spiritual leader.' He and his wife, Kay, founded Saddleback Church in Orange County, California, which is now one of the largest and best-known churches in the world. He also wrote the #1 all-time bestselling hardcover book, The Purpose Driven Life. SPANISH BIO: Rick Warren es pastor, estratega global, teologo y filantropo. Los medios le llaman 'El lider espiritual mas influyente de America' y 'El pastor de America'. el y su esposa, Kay, fundaron la Iglesia Saddleback en California, una propiedad de 120 acres con mas de 300 ministerios comunitarios de ayuda a prisioneros, adictos y padres solteros, entre otros. Como estratega global, el Dr. Warren asesora a lideres en sectores publicos, privados y religiosos en temas de pobreza, salud, educacion, la fe en la cultura y desarrollo de liderazgo. Es invitado a dictar conferencias en congresos y agencias estatales como las Naciones Unidas y es catedratico en diferentes universidades. El Dr. Warren es autor de varios libros, incluyendo el exito de ventas Vida con Proposito.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (February 17, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 031080647X
• ISBN-13: 978-0310806479
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #429,772 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Rick Warren is often called "America's most influential spiritual leader." He and his wife, Kay, founded Saddleback Church in Orange County, California, which is now one of the largest and best-known churches in the world. He also wrote the #1 all-time bestselling hardcover book, The Purpose Driven Life.

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10 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank God for these books!, April 10, 2004

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Rebecca R. Turney (Heber Springs, AR USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Purpose Driven Life Selected Thoughts and Scriptures for the Graduate (Hardcover)

Rick Warren's books have brought a new insight to my daily living. I am a Christian, but have been known to be "back-slidden." God truley does have a purpose for our lives and it is not to wonder around aimelessly from day to day. Rick Warren does a great job of spreading God's word. As a result, God blesses him with monetary bonuses. I have no doubt in my heart his true intention is pure and not centered around personal gain whatsoever. ~Rebecca Turney, Heber Springs, AR

11 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good For Christians Firmly In Scripture, June 1, 2004

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RexB "rdb70" (Cedar Rapids, IA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Purpose Driven Life Selected Thoughts and Scriptures for the Graduate (Hardcover)

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.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just read this book and see if it doesn't change your life!!, October 18, 2004

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ocean "62-Marto" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Purpose Driven Life Selected Thoughts and Scriptures for the Graduate (Hardcover)

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.