Hand Me Another Brick (Paperback)

by Charles Swindoll (Author)

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Product Description
Hand Me Another Brick is Charles Swindoll's practical manual for conquering life's challenges, including developing self-control, preparing for success, overcoming discouragement, handling money wisely, and many others.

From the Publisher
The brilliant and uplifting new manual that enables you to experience moral vigor and spiritual fulfillment.

You Too Can Learn How To:

-Overcome discouragement

-Relate to your boss

-Get over jealousy

-Handle money wisely

-Practice the fine art of insightful thinking

-Find and nurture your unique inner spirit

-Develop self-control

-Be aware of details without getting lost in them

-Confess and accept your part in a problem

-Prepare yourself for success

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Bantam (February 1, 1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553275240
• ISBN-13: 978-0553275247
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #696,933 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vintage Swindoll!, December 29, 2003

By	Michael Taylor "Michael Taylor" (Indian Trail NC) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Hand Me Another Brick (Paperback)

Swindoll's book on the Book of Nehemiah is a gem that any leader or potential leader would benefit from!

Among the important points Swindoll covers include:

1. God works through ordinary people and can work through unbelievers.
2. God alone has the power to change a person's heart. Do not try to manipulate others - prayer and waiting are essential.
3. Excellent notes on spending time in solitude before taking action - the leader must think things through before rushing in.
4. Leaders need to develop thick skin and carefully evaluate criticism (where it's coming from, the content of the criticism).
5. Nehemiah refused to be intimidated by others and he gives us encouragement to stand firm when needed.
6. A leader has to know when to make a stand and when to compromise - not everything is worth fighting for!
7. Leaders need to be happy people! The world is looking for positive people who are encouragers - people will flock to this kind of person.
8. Effective leaders have good insights and do not have inflated opinions of themselves.

A highly recommended read!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Be an OVERCOMER, January 3, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Hand Me Another Brick (Paperback)

This is not only an insight to the book about Nehemiah- it's a testimony of faith. Charles Swindoll shows how we can use Nehamiah's story in our lives today- to overcome obstacles, relate to our superiors, develop self-control, and prepare ourselves to succeed. A wonderful look into ourselves and our relationship with God.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great leadership tips for anyone, September 16, 1999

By A Customer

Good summary of a Christian perspective on leadership. We even used this book in a military discussion on leadership.