Reduce Me to Love: Unlocking the Secret to Lasting Joy [Hardcover]

Joyce Meyer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 2000

New from bestselling author and popular TV/radio host Joyce Meyer come dynamic insights to reveal the life-transforming power of accepting and giving away God's love. With her finger on the pulse of today's believer, Meyer offers a spiritual wake-up call with her timely assessment of our need for love.

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Review

"We want people to receive healing in every area of life--spiritually, mentally, emotionally, physically, financially, and socially. Our goal is to see people enjoy wholeness." --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

About the Author

JOYCE MEYER has been teaching the Word of God since 1976 and in full-time ministry since 1980. Previously an associate pastor at Life Christian Church in St. Louis, Missouri, she developed, coordinated, and taught a weekly meeting known as "Life In The Word." After more than five years, the Lord brought it to a conclusion, directing her to establish her own ministry and call it "Life In The Word, Inc."

Now, her Life In The Word radio and television broadcasts are seen and heard by millions across the United States and throughout the world. Joyce's teaching tapes are enjoyed internationally, and she travels extensively conducting Life In The Word conferences.

Joyce and her husband, Dave, the business administrator at Life In The Word, have been married for over 35 years. They reside in St. Louis, Missouri, and are the parents of four children. All four children are married and, along with their spouses, work with Dave and Joyce in the ministry.

Believing the call on her life is to establish believers in God's Word, Joyce says, "Jesus died to set the captives free, and far too many Christians have little or no victory in their daily lives." Finding herself in the same situation many years ago and having found freedom to live in victory through applying God's Word, Joyce goes equipped to set captives free and to exchange ashes for beauty. She believes that every person who walks in victory leads many others into victory. Her life is transparent, and her teachings are practical and can be applied in everyday life.

Joyce has taught on emotional healing and related subjects in meetings all over the country, helping multiplied thousands. She has recorded more than 230 different audio-cassette albums and over 75 videos. She has also authored 49 books to help the body of Christ on various topics. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 175 pages
• Publisher: Harrison House Inc (June 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577942620
• ISBN-13: 978-1577942627
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #570,224 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ.
Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on hundreds of subjects, has authored over seventy books and conducts close to fifteen conferences per year. To date, more than 12 million of her books have been distributed worldwide, and in 2007 over 3.2 million copies were sold. Joyce also has a television and radio program, Enjoying Everyday Life®, that is broadcast worldwide to a potential audience of 3 billion people. In addition, her programs can be accessed around the clock at www.joycemeyer.org.
Having suffered sexual abuse as a child and the pain of an emotionally abusive first marriage, Joyce discovered the freedom to live victoriously by applying God's Word to her life and in turn desires to help others do the same. From her battle with breast cancer to the struggles of everyday life, she speaks openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.
Over the years, God has provided Joyce with many opportunities to share her testimony and the life-changing message of the Gospel. In fact, Time magazine selected her as one of the most influential evangelical leaders in America. She is an incredible testimony of the dynamic, redeeming work of Jesus Christ. She believes and teaches that regardless of a person's background or past mistakes, God has a place for them and can help them on their path to enjoying everyday life.
Joyce holds an earned PhD in theology from Life Christian University in Tampa, Florida; an honorary doctorate in divinity from Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma; and an honorary doctorate in sacred theology from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. Joyce and her husband, Dave, have been married for over forty years, and they are the parents of four grown children. Dave and Joyce Meyer make their home in St. Louis, Missouri.

Customer Reviews

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Life, February 8, 2001

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Deborah (Denver,CO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Reduce Me to Love: Unlocking the Secret to Lasting Joy (Hardcover)

I bought this book over a week ago. When I started reading it I just did not want to put it down, and when I was finished I was wishing there was more. So, I started reading it over again. Joyce Meyer has truely made a difference in my life since I started following her ministry and this book adds more flavor to the pie. Love, is one thing i needed in my life, to show to others and she really lays out the road map here. Thank you Joyce Meyer for making the right choices in your life so that people like me can change theirs.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars California, January 4, 2001

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"dctkkm" (CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Reduce Me to Love: Unlocking the Secret to Lasting Joy (Hardcover)

If you have any questions on how to really love a person, this is the book for you. It taught me so much about what it is to truly give unconditionally, without expecting anything in return. The key here is to be okay with that. Also, when you truly give, it will all come back to you anyway and that is when you begin to be filled with joy. Love is not something that is always natural. It is a choice and at times we must truly make an effort to love and to show kindness. The book is a real eye opener, even to those who may feel that they already overflow with love. You will treasure this book and want to share it with others.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Joyce Meyer, August 18, 2000

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Nina (Tulsa, Ok United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Reduce Me to Love: Unlocking the Secret to Lasting Joy (Hardcover)

Joyce is as always so practical. She has centered an entire book around 1 Corinthians 13 - the love chapter. She breaks each verse down analyzing it and fitting it into our everyday lives. Her point of view is that if we don't know how much God loves us, we can't pass along that love to anyone else.