Bestselling author Bruce Wilkinson shows how to identify and overcome the obstacles that keep millions from living the life they were created for. ...
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Sep 18, 2008
Ron
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Don't waste your money. At $17 for what would only be about one hundred pages if font, line spacing and margins were normal, it's pretty expensive.
Wilkinson is a great communicator. His The Three Chairs and Prayer of Jabez are classics of inspirational literature. The Dream Giver however does not meet those standards. It's half parable (John Bunyan, Wilkinson is not.) and half inspirational guide (complete with The Dream Giver "resources").
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Wilkinson is a great communicator. His The Three Chairs and Prayer of Jabez are classics of inspirational literature. The Dream Giver however does not meet those standards. It's half parable (John Bunyan, Wilkinson is not.) and half inspirational guide (complete with The Dream Giver "resources").
If you want to read so More...
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Mar 19, 2010
Rated 5 stars by Markham Bennett. The publisher says: Bestselling author Bruce Wilkinson shows how to identify and overcome the obstacles that keep millions from living the life they were created for. He begins with a compelling modern-day parable about Ordinary, who dares to leave the Land of Familiar to pursue his Big Dream. With the help of the Dream Giver, Ordinary begins the hardest and most rewarding journey of his life. Wilkinson gives readers practical, biblical keys to fulfilling their
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Feb 21, 2009
Julie
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This book came at a crucial time in my life. It is a quick, simple read, but very profound. I found this information to be helpful in this new season of transition in my life. I learned that fear is just a four letter word and it is time to move with passion to reach my dreams. Yes, I said dreams with an "s", because life is full of many great things to achieve. Just holding to only one dream in life is too limiting. After reading this book I feel liberated from the prison of "ord
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Jun 23, 2011
Queen
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I just finished this book recently and I was so blessed by every word! The character in the parable named "Ordinary" was ME!!! I had no idea that there were actual steps that we go through when we are going for our "Big Dreams!" I highly recommend this book to ALL people for we all have a dream that was given to us before we came to earth! If you think you don't have a dream think again for the "Dream Giver" is God and our "Dream" is our purpose on earth a
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Sep 27, 2008
Sarah
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The great thing about parables is that they are non-specific enough that everyone can find herself in one.
When I first read the preface to this book, I was extremely skeptical. The author wanted to be my "Dream Coach," excuse me? 'What a load of inspirational baloney,' I thought. 'This is going to be the cheesiest thing ever.'
But I had a few hours to kill, and the book was thin enough and written in big print, so I gave it a shot.
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When I first read the preface to this book, I was extremely skeptical. The author wanted to be my "Dream Coach," excuse me? 'What a load of inspirational baloney,' I thought. 'This is going to be the cheesiest thing ever.'
But I had a few hours to kill, and the book was thin enough and written in big print, so I gave it a shot.
I think this cheesy More...
Dec 09, 2008
Kursten
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The first part of this book is a parable about Ordinary leaving Familiar and working to accomplish his Big Dream. I love learning from parables and Wilkinson did such a good job making his story inspiring. When you finish this book, you feel that you can conquer the world. The second part of the book explains the tests and trials that Ordinary had to pass through to get to his Big Dream. This would be a great book to read over again whenever you have a challenge that looks insurmountable.
Feb 14, 2009
Christy
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This was a great story, but would have been fantastic if it was written with Ordinary using EFT to help him succeed. My boys laughed and soon rolled their eyes for the many times I stopped reading and asked what Ordinary could have used to make that part of the journey lighter. (Answer: EFT) That would be a great project for me, rewrite it with the paradigm change of EFT thrown in the mix.
The Dream Giver was a great allegory of a man named Ordinary who lived in the Land of Famil More...
The Dream Giver was a great allegory of a man named Ordinary who lived in the Land of Famil More...
Aug 26, 2010
Jillberry
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The first half of this book is an allegory, while the second half is a detailed explanation, chapter by chapter, of the allegory. That format lends itself to a certain level of corniness, but all in all, it was a helpful guide in understanding the challenges (the obstacles and their corresponding opportunities for growth) that lie in the way of pursuing God's Dream for our lives. My linear brain had a hard time dealing with the fact that in real life, the steps don't necessarily match the order
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Jan 28, 2010
Chad
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This was a fun and interesting little book to read. It's a quick read...easily read in one or two sittings. As the description says, it's a modern day parable, where the main character, Ordinary, leaves the Land of Familiar to pursue his dream, with the help of the Dream Giver (God). It's a unique way to give a pep talk about following your dreams. I also feel like it would be a good book to hand to someone who's questioning the particular path that they're on.
Feb 08, 2012
Blake
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What I really loved about this book, was that it was almost like two in one! You get one, a parable of a man on a journey, followed by the application of what you learned. Definitely one worth rereading as well. I highly recommend this to anyone who knows that God has good plans for your life, but sometimes feels too lost to even know where to start. God's not finished with you yet!
Mar 28, 2010
This Book Was Absolutely Amazing...Its About A character named nobody
nobody wants to be a somebody and not just an anybody...the dream giver visits him and he decides he wants to go after the dream but nobody has to leave the land of the familiar and enter into unfamiliar territory such as the land of fear ....its really a life changing message in this book....enjoy
nobody wants to be a somebody and not just an anybody...the dream giver visits him and he decides he wants to go after the dream but nobody has to leave the land of the familiar and enter into unfamiliar territory such as the land of fear ....its really a life changing message in this book....enjoy
Feb 07, 2011
I love this book. This book was given to my adopted daughter but God told me that the book was meant for me to read. When I read the book OMG! Immediatley the book spoke to me! I left the land of familiar, left the only place I ever lived and relocated to a place I never even visited... The entire book was just for me!!! Confirmation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 15, 2009
Emily
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This was a cheesy book and most other times in my life, I would have given it a lesser rating, but it actually related to where I am in life right now and was a bit inspiring, starting as a parable about a "Nobody" who leaves "Familiar" in search of something better. I liked that it pointed out the fact that the cycles of struggle and triumph repeat in our lives.. and that often the people who are closest to us will often be our opposition when it comes to dreams in our live
Jan 20, 2009
Cindy
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This was a great book on mission and the path of success/hero. I've learned that the path of the pilgrim/saint is different than the path of the hero in the addition of a period of "sanctuary" or communion with God. The story is in parable form, so it is a good one to read with children to introduce them to the idea of mission as well.
Jan 09, 2010
Amber
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This is such a neat way of looking at life. It's a modern day parable and very inspiring. It helped me to really look at life and realize the dreams that I have and what is standing in my way and then what I need to do to get around them. I will read this again and again to keep it fresh in my mind.
Aug 11, 2008
Jennifer
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This was a really quick read but worth the 2 hours. It makes you think. It's a parable of Ordinary who lives in the land of Familiar and goes to his Usual Job every day then comes home and sits in his recliner and watches the box. (Sound familiar??)
One night Ordinary has a dream and knows it's from the Dream Giver. He finally can't stand it any longer and must follow his dream. So, he must leave the land of familiar and confront Border Bullies and accept help from Champion and make More...
One night Ordinary has a dream and knows it's from the Dream Giver. He finally can't stand it any longer and must follow his dream. So, he must leave the land of familiar and confront Border Bullies and accept help from Champion and make More...
Feb 28, 2011
Bailey
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This book changed me. The parable allowed me to see my life from a different view point and gave me the strength and encouragement to keep going. Even to this day I use phrases from the book to keep me on my path. I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone, for daily use!
Jan 05, 2009
i don't really like parables, but this one was palatable. maybe because i'm thinking of making a break from Familiar??? some of his advice i've seen and experienced in other places and ways. random question: is he pro-Israel? he seems to really like the Hebrew plotline...
May 09, 2011
Becky
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If you are feeling bored in your daily life and need a pick me up for finding your purpose on this earth, this book is amazing. God is awesome in how he has created each of us with dreams. This book will boost your confidence in pursuing the dreams God has put inside of you.
Dec 30, 2009
Clayton
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Quick and excellent read. A highly motivational tale about leaving what is familiar to venture on faith. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking to take a leap of faith whether in your job or your personal life or running your own business.
Feb 28, 2010
Marcee
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This is a great book with wonderful ideas and biblical references. It is something I will definitely read again and refer to over and over again. This is a short very easy to read book that I think anyone could benefit from.
Mar 25, 2009
Gayle
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Very easy reading, but not necessarily geared toward young teens. It is an inspiring parable that challenges the reader of any age to pursue his/her God-given dreams despite the obstacles and challenges.
Jan 29, 2009
Karen
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This was a much-needed re-read of a favorite....so good in fact that I am teaching a class on it next month. For anyone who ever felt like they had a big dream, too big for their own britches, this is your book.
Aug 03, 2011
Rojo
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I read this book a couple years ago because I was bored. And I ended up reading it in a day, and I liked it...it was a gift for my dad from a family friend and I wanted to see what it was about.
Nov 12, 2009
Stacey
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This was a timely and poignant parable, it spoke to much of what I feel stirring in my heart right now, with such clarity. I am eager to hear what William sees and has to say about it.
Aug 17, 2009
Jenna
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This bood is great. It is about a boy named Ordinary who gets a dream from the Dream Giver and has to chose to follow it or stay in Fimilier.
It's a great analagy and I loved it.
It's a great analagy and I loved it.
Dec 04, 2008
Laura
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Talk about a good parable! Learn how to appreciate the deserts God brings you through and learn the meaning of Giants in your life! It will give you new eyes to see thru.
Aug 02, 2010
Kelsey
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I really enjoyed this book. It is a very easy read and talks about how God has incredible dreams for us but they are not always easy to follow because of different obstacles in our path. Definitely worth reading.
Aug 11, 2011
"...you were born for more. You are called to go after larger and larger Dreams for God. And He will go with you." Quote from The Dream Giver
