I Really Want to Change... So, Help Me God [Paperback]

James MacDonald (Author), Jim Cymbala (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 19, 2000

Are you truly serious about allowing the power of God to transform your life' If you are, then prepare yourself for an incredible, life-changing experience. Change is difficult, but it's made even harder without practical guidance on how to do it. You will find that guidance in Lord, Change Me. James MacDonald is serious about the business of change according to God's Word. While many tell us that we should change and be more like Christ, MacDonald actually teaches us how to do it. Lord, Change Me is split into three sections as the model for approaching change: The Preparation for Change: choosing the right method and partnering with God to select the areas in need of change in your life. The Process of Change: exploring the biblical method of saying 'no' to sinful patterns and 'yes' to the things God desires for you. The Power to Change: explaining how to experience the power of God personally and continuously. This is a book about a different you. There are no warm fuzzies within these pages. Rather, MacDonald is a direct, to-the-point pastor with a heart for seeing lives completely transformed by the truth of the Gospel. If you're serious about changing your life, this book is just what you need.

Editorial Reviews

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All fo us have nagging aspects of our lives that call to our consciences for change. James MacDonald provides a clear biblical process to turn the nagging voice within to rejoicing as your life changes for His glory. -- Joseph Stowell- President, Moody Bible Institute

How refreshing to read a book both practical and powerful about change. James has dusted off bibliocentric principles and with a World Wide Web relevance made them transferable for today. After working for twenty-five years in the heart of New York City in a holistic minstry that sees change take place daily, I highly recommend this book as manual for transformation. -- Tom Mahairas- Pastor, Manhattan Bible Church

James MacDonald is the pastor of a thriving, growing church on the outskirts of Chicago. He is a dynamic new voice with a biblically based message that is much needed in the church today. This book gets the heart of what needs to take place if we are going to really see genuine and lasting change in our lives. I highly recommend both James's ministry and his powerful new book to you. -- Greg Laurie- Pastor, Harvest Christian Fellowship

This the ideal book for people who are serious about seeing lasting changes take place in their character and conduct. The author is both compassionate and confrontational- no kid gloves! You with either read it through and honestly put it into practice, or you will invent another excuse for staying as you are. I hope it's the first option. You won't regret it. -- Warren W. Wiersbe- Author and Conference Speaker

Though the church seems increasingly confused about how change occurs in the life of a believer, careful study ofhe Word of God once again brings the issue of sanctification into clear focus. James MacDonald takes a very practical look at real change through the lens of truth. -- Dr. John MacArthur- Pastor, Grace Community Church

From the Publisher

Do you long to be different that you are? Transformed in you character, choices, and conduct? Are you weary of self-help methods that focus too much on human power and not enough on God's power? If so, then I Really Want to Change. . . So, Help Me God is the book for you.

Change is never easy. Sometimes it's downright painful. But because we are called as believers in Christ to holiness, we simply can't stay as we are.

This is a book about how to achieve a different you. It includes study questions, exercises, and prayers that lead to change. If you're serious about allowing God to transform you life, here's the practical and biblical guidance necessary to begin this life-changing journey.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 218 pages
• Publisher: Moody Publishers; New Edition edition (January 19, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802434231
• ISBN-13: 978-0802434234
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #89,003 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

JAMES MACDONALD is founding pastor of Harvest Bible Chapel, a suburban Chicago church composed of many new Christians that has grown to more than 6,000 worshipers in its fourteen-year history. He has spoken extensively at retreats and Bible conferences and is the author of three other books, as well as articles in noted Christian magazines. He can be heard daily through the half-hour radio broadcast, Walk in the Word, which is aired on more than 500 stations around the country. A new one-minute feature with James, called Listen Up, is now in syndication and is heard on more than 1,000 stations nationwide.

Customer Reviews

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, Someone has gotten it right and stated it clearly, March 22, 2000

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David B. Peterson (Barrington, NJ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: I Really Want to Change... So, Help Me God (Paperback)

Finally a book that goes straight to the heart of the matter (my heart) and answers the question, How do I change? Absolutely Biblical. You are challenged to come to a place where you no longer make excuses for misbehavior. God's Word is sufficient. Not only to examine my life but to prescribe the process of change, permanent change. I am going to order a dozen for our church. Thank you James MacDonald

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS BOOK CHANGED MY LIFE, January 7, 2004

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Bill Bokunic (Altamonte Springs, Florida United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: I Really Want to Change... So, Help Me God (Paperback)

Forget secular self help books, this book gives you a structured biblical approach to change that really works, I bought the Tape eries from his web site for over $50 because I loved the book so much.

The strategies only work if you commit and put faith in God.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Do you want to change? If yes, then you NEED this book!, January 23, 2001

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Brian Emmans (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: I Really Want to Change... So, Help Me God (Paperback)

There are areas about each one of us that need changing - the Bible has set Christ-like traits that all of us struggle to apply to our lives. Yet, if we are honest with ourselves - we desire to change - we desire to be like Him - we know something is missing. This book walks you through how you can change the way God wants us to change, as stated through the Bible.

James MacDonald does an excellent job of pointing out wrong ways we go about change and gives a mandate for serious change. I couldn't put this book down - it's honest, biblical, and serious about change, do not buy this book unless you are serious about change. Then, and only then, will this book be profitable to you. May this book be as beneficial to you as it already has for me - I gurantee you that you will not leave this book without some sort of positive change.