Just Do Something: A Liberating Approach to Finding God's Will

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Just Do Something: A Liberating Approach to Finding God's Will

by Kevin DeYoung, Joshua Harris (Foreward)

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A Liberating Approach to Finding God's Will or How to Make a Decision Without Dreams, Visions, Fleeces, Impressions, Open Doors, Random Bible Verses, Casting Lots, Liver Shivers, Writing in the Sky, etc.

Hyper-spiritual approaches to finding God's will don't work. It's time to try something new: Give up.

Pastor and author Kevin DeYoung counsels Christians to settle down, ma...more

Paperback, 128 pages

Published April 1st 2009 by Moody Publishers (first published 2009)

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Dec 29, 2011 Natalie Wickham rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: christian-living

Three friends and I read this book aloud together as we traveled through Italy this summer. To be honest, for the first four chapters I was appalled at the statements the author was making. They seemed to fly in the face of everything I’ve ever believed about praying and seeking God’s will for important – and even not-so-important – life decisions. But as we read chapter five, the proverbial light bulb came on in my mind. In reality, Mr. DeYoung was advocating a biblical truth that I believe wit...more

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Thank God I was told about this book. I absolutely needed to read it. Somewhere along the way, I fell into the trap of thinking that God had very specific things for me to do with my life that I somehow had to discover in order to be in His will. I have prayed and fasted and waited on the Lord and all that sort of stuff (all very good things, in and of themselves) in hopes of being directed to the point on the map that was the only right place in the world for me to be without being out of the w...more Thank God I was told about this book. I absolutely needed to read it. Somewhere along the way, I fell into the trap of thinking that God had very specific things for me to do with my life that I somehow had to discover in order to be in His will. I have prayed and fasted and waited on the Lord and all that sort of stuff (all very good things, in and of themselves) in hopes of being directed to the point on the map that was the only right place in the world for me to be without being out of the will of God (not a very good reason to do those very good things listed above). There are many books out there that teach this; there are many preachers who preach this; there are many people in the pews who live like this. For me, the end result has been that I am 52 years old and spinning my wheels, still trying to find that dot on the map. And then, along comes a book that takes me back to what I once knew to be true and backs it up with solid Scriptural evidence.

SPOILER ALERT: I'M ABOUT TO REVEAL THE GIST OF THIS BOOK'S TEACHING, SO IF YOU PLAN TO READ THE BOOK AND DON'T WANT TO KNOW THESE THINGS BEFOREHAND, SKIP THIS PARAGRAPH. It all boils down to this: Die to self, live for Christ, and make wise decisions. And how are wise decisions made? By spending time in the Scriptures regularly so that you begin to think biblically; by being in prayer regularly and praying about decisions to be made (not in the sense that you're asking God to show you the way, but in the sense that you're praying that He will give you wisdom and that you will decide on the basis of integrity and unselfishness and things like that); and by seeking the counsel of people who know you and will be honest with you. This is not to say that God never leads directly and supernaturally, but even for people in the Bible, that was not an everyday, every-decision experience. I have said for years that, as we read Paul's epistles and the account of his ministry in the book of Acts, we see him making plans and decisions, but when God steps in and clearly directs him to do otherwise, he obeys. I may have said that for years, but in recent years I have fallen into a more what-should-I-do,-God? sort of approach to everything, an approach that sounds spiritual and sounds devoted but is just not biblical and tends to lead to stagnation rather than to effective action.

I highly recommend this book for people who are struggling with knowing God's will for their lives. It is a very easy read and is only 122 pages long. I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.(less)

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Apr 03, 2013 Ellen rated it 4 of 5 stars

Lots of wisdom here. DeYoung's main point was that Christians need to understand that the important thing is to "fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man" (Ecc. 12:13), rather than stressing over whatever the specific decisions are that are facing us. I was reminded of Augustine's statement, "Love God and do whatever you please" -- the point being that if we are truly loving God, we will want to do the things that please him. DeYoung emphasized that many Christians a...more

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Nov 22, 2012 Esteban rated it 3 of 5 stars

Though I agree with many of DeYoung's principles, I think he takes an approach of talking against a cut and dry approach to finding God's will, but he replaces it with an equally cut and dry option, which is not entirely helpful either. I agree Christians don't need to agonize over God's will on every tiny decision, the point is walking with God daily, and then you will be drawn toward God-pleasing decisions. However, too many times, it seemed like DeYoung was proposing that there is no right ch...more

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Oct 17, 2012 Savannah rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book turned everything I thought I knew about seeking God's will on it's head.

My brother told me to read it, as I was just given an opportunity to accept a high responsibility position in my church, a position I didn't necessarily want and worried endlessly that it would take me farther from my true calling. But then I read this book and realized that it wasn't that complicated. For reasons the book opened my eyes to, I accepted that position.
The funny thing is, I still am not married to t...more

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Sep 16, 2012 Ian rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book is pretty much a wakup call for Gen Y's who put off making decisions and commitments while seeking the individual will of God in their lives. The author makes the case that the will of God is simple: love God and love your neighbour and that so long as you do those things (more or less) you are free to make your own choices. It isn't a long book, and I didn't mind it although it did err towards the conservative side of the Christian spectrum. I think the most telling thing about the cu...more

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Sep 05, 2012 Stephen rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-reads, religious-studies

Great book. Found on a friends bookshelf.

I think that the concepts could hit home for anyone who is spiritual in any sense of the word, although it is very Christian based. But many people, myself included are walking around looking for signs as to their next step forward into life. As DeYoung points out this has bred a bunch of waiters and tinkerers, who haven't really found applications for their diverse talents and interests and aptitudes. He really breaks down the internal dilemma that I at...more

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Mar 15, 2012 Neil rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

There are not many books that I would recommend every Christian to read. This is one of them. You may not agree with everything that the author says (do you agree with everything anyone says, even yourself?), but I think you will be glad to have read it. And it's a short book so it won't even take you very long :-)

DeYoung does a great job of helping us get rid of the notion that God has a blueprint for every single aspect of our lives, and thus also doing away with the Sword of Damacles that han...more There are not many books that I would recommend every Christian to read. This is one of them. You may not agree with everything that the author says (do you agree with everything anyone says, even yourself?), but I think you will be glad to have read it. And it's a short book so it won't even take you very long :-)

DeYoung does a great job of helping us get rid of the notion that God has a blueprint for every single aspect of our lives, and thus also doing away with the Sword of Damacles that hangs over us if we somehow fail to discover and follow this perfectly mapped out path. I fully share his appreciation of the place of "wisdom" in decision making, as something that can be cultivated, rather than just waiting for revelation to descend from heaven.

He is a little abrasive at times, and could sound condescending, but there again mincing his words would not help to get an idea across, particularly one which goes so sharply against the tide of popular Christian thinking.

Personally, I still expect slightly more from God in terms of "guidance" than DeYoung seems prepared to concede, but as an ongoing corrective we find in our obedience and action, not a prerequisite for doing anything. (He is very strong on not sitting around waiting for God to speak - hence the book's title.) "My sheep hear my voice" must still figure in the way we live our lives, and hearing God is an art that is worth developing. Paul's prayer for a spirit of "wisdom and revelation" is still my own - both of these, not an either/or. But in general terms he is spot on.

One quote that sums it up:

Does God have a secret will of direction that He expects us to figure out before we do anything? And the answer is no. Yes, God has a specific plan for our lives. And yes, we can be assured that He works things for our good in Christ Jesus. And yes, looking back we will often be able to trace God’s hand in bringing us where we are. But while we are free to ask God for wisdom, He does not burden us with the task of divining His will of direction for our lives ahead of time.

The second half of that last sentence is crucial. God does have a specific plan for our lives, but it is not one that He expects us to figure out before we make a decision. I’m not saying God won’t help you make decisions (it’s called wisdom, and we’ll talk about it in chapter 8). I’m not saying God doesn’t care about your future. I’m not saying God isn’t directing your path and in control amidst the chaos of your life. I believe in providence with all my heart. What I am saying is that we should stop thinking of God’s will like a corn maze, or a tight rope, or a bull’s eye, or a choose-your-own adventure novel. [...]

God is not a Magic 8-Ball we shake up and peer into whenever we have a decision to make. He is a good God who gives us brains, shows us the way of obedience, and invites us to take risks for Him. We know God has a plan for our lives. That’s wonderful. The problem is we think He’s going to tell us the wonderful plan before it unfolds. We feel like we can know —and need to know— what God wants every step of the way. But such preoccupation with finding God’s will, as well intended as the desire may be, is more folly than freedom. The better way is the biblical way: Seek first the kingdom of God, and then trust that He will take care of our needs, even before we know what they are and where we’re going.

All in all, well worth the read. Though who am I to tell you if it is God's will that you read this book or not...(less)

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Mar 05, 2012 Eva rated it 4 of 5 stars

Very pragmatic, Bible-based way of looking at God's will. Doesn't beat you up for having feelings or wanting to have an emotional connection to God; just gives you good advice about not getting stuck trying to figure out some mystical secret mission for your life.

I thought the author's tone got a little harsh sometimes, chiding people for doing "nothing" and "waiting" to find God's will. If the theme is "just do something," isn't anything that these people are doing automatically good enough? I...more

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Dec 02, 2011 Nicki M rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: read-in-2010, american, audiobook, bible-study, christian, christianaudio, for-review, how-to, new-life

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this audio book. It has been a real breath of fresh air, and has helped me to take another look at how and why I make major decisions. In fact it has been a liberating listen for me. I wish I'd heard this years ago, as it would have certainly helped me to chill out and stop being so worried about whether I was doing the 'right thing or not'!!!
I have never come across Kevin DeYoung before, so really didn’t know what to expect. It had me laughing right from the in...more

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Sep 07, 2011 Aaron rated it 5 of 5 stars

My full review can be read at Blogging Theologically:

“I feel like God wants me to be alone for a while.”

“I’m waiting for God to open a door to the right job.”

“If I choose this school, will I be going against God’s will for my life?”

We’ve all statements like these before. Whether it’s dating and marriage, the quest for the perfect job, what college to go to or where to buy a house, many Christians get hung up on the question of God’s will: Is it God’s will that I do XYZ? What is God’s will for my...more

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Aug 31, 2011 James Taylor rated it 5 of 5 stars

This is one of the two best books that I have read in regards to God's Will. It was freeing to me to be reminded that God is not hiding the future from me while expecting me to find it. God never calls us to learn the future; he calls us to trust that God knows what we need for the future and provide for those needs. DeYoung makes a distinction between God's will of decree, His will of desire, and His will of direction. God's will of decree will never change, so we have no say so over that. His...more This is one of the two best books that I have read in regards to God's Will. It was freeing to me to be reminded that God is not hiding the future from me while expecting me to find it. God never calls us to learn the future; he calls us to trust that God knows what we need for the future and provide for those needs. DeYoung makes a distinction between God's will of decree, His will of desire, and His will of direction. God's will of decree will never change, so we have no say so over that. His will of desire is our sanctification. God has made this ultimately clear in His Word (1 Thes. 4:3 among others). Even though God has made his desired will clear, often Christians ignore that will and focus solely on God's will of direction, which we are never called to seek after, only trust God for. Ultimately, Chanski boils making decisions down to choosing what will make us most holy. He says on page 58, "He [God] wants you to buy a house that will make you holy. If you marry, He wants you to get married so you can be holy. He wants you to have a job that will help you grow in holiness. Count on it: God's will is ALWAYS your sanctification. He has set you apart that we would grow to be more like Christ."

The only complaint I have with the book is that he could have spent more time teaching how to make wise decisions through Scripture. While we need to focus more on God's will of desire than his will of direction, the Bible still calls us to make wise decisions. How do I choose which job, spouse, or house will make me most holy? Well, Paul tells us that God breathed out Scripture so that we would be competent for EVERY good work [which would include making wise decisions] (2 Timothy 3:16-17). God's word has the answer to which decision will make you most holy. If any Christian were to read this book, I would encourage them to supplement this with Manly Dominion by Mark Chanski. Chapters 11-15 are the best teachings I have found on using Scripture to make wise decisions. I really think both books should go hand in hand. DeYoung teaches the biblical worldview behind decision making - God wants you to be holy, and Chanski fleshes out a little better than DeYoung in regards to how to make the decision that will make you holy.

I would encourage all Christians, especially Christians of my generation, to read both of these books and give prayerful consideration of how to apply this to your life.(less)

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May 16, 2011 Steve rated it 4 of 5 stars

Most people can say they’ve experienced wrestling with trying to make the “right” decision in a job, marriage, where to live, where to attend school, and in many other areas of life. Questions of purpose and whether we’re headed in the right direction often plague our minds. Kevin DeYoung seeks to give an answer to those questions in his book Just Do Something: A Liberating Approach to Finding God’s Will.

At a mere 128 pages, Just Do Something is a quick read and, one might assume, not very subst...more

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Jan 31, 2011 Matt Bianco rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: theology

A wonderful little book, short and easy to read. Kevin DeYoung does a good job of tackling the traditional (contemporary?) view that we are responsible to "know" God's perfect will for our lives. Then, he follows up by showing what the Bible has to say about knowing God's will for our lives. He brings a balanced and winsome approach to the topic. It made me want to hang out with his Grandpa DeYoung.

A long time ago, I came to realize that Christians are filled with the Holy Ghost and given the Ho...more

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Dec 21, 2010 Stephen Escalera rated it 5 of 5 stars

Searching for the will of God in your life can be a daunting task. Trying to determine which car God would have you buy or where to go on vacation can be overwhelming, not to mention the stress of making sure you pick the right career path or marry the right person or be involved in the right ministry. Make the wrong choice and you'll forever be "out of the center of God's will," having to satisfy yourself with God's second best.

Talk about intimidating. At least, it is if you're of the persuasio...more Searching for the will of God in your life can be a daunting task. Trying to determine which car God would have you buy or where to go on vacation can be overwhelming, not to mention the stress of making sure you pick the right career path or marry the right person or be involved in the right ministry. Make the wrong choice and you'll forever be "out of the center of God's will," having to satisfy yourself with God's second best.

Talk about intimidating. At least, it is if you're of the persuasion that God has a perfect plan for your life down to every minute detail of your life. Thankfully, as Kevin DeYoung puts it in his book Just Do Something, God doesn't care about these things. With good doses of humor and wit, DeYoung argues that while God certainly does have a will for our lives, it does not involve leading us down a specific path for every decision we will ever face.

First, DeYoung points out that when we talk about the will of God, there are three different definitions we might be using. The first is God's will of decree, or what God has ordained will happen since the beginning of time. God's will of decree will surely come to pass and DeYoung notes that whatever happens was God's will. The second definition is God's will of desire, or what God desires from His creatures. These two have a solid Biblical basis for them and we would do well to heed them. The third definition, God's will of direction, is where DeYoung says we expect something that simply isn't there. "Does God have a secret will of direction that He expects us to figure out before we do anything? And the answer is no." (p.24) The solution is to seek out and follow God's will of desire and use wisdom, prayer and Godly counsel to make decisions.

DeYoung also spends time going over why we look for God's will of direction and in what ways we try to find it. Sometimes we seek God's "perfect" will (of direction) out of love for Him and wanting to do what would please Him. But more often than not, it is born out of an aversion to risk or simply an unwillingness to make a decision. Or we use God's will as a crunch for avoiding personal responsibility. As DeYoung states, "Let's not spiritualize our inability to make decisions in the quest to discover God's will."

Although quite small (which works to its advantage in making it simple & quick to read over again), Just Do Something is crammed full with very practical advice. While the main target audience seems to be college age readers, there is much in the book that more mature readers will glean from. Ultimately, if we are seeking to follow God's will of desire as found in Scripture, we can have the freedom to make choices and, as the title suggests, just DO something. I would highly recommend this book.

Adam Verner, the narrator for the audio version from ChristianAudio, did a great job of capturing DeYoung's humor and sarcasm. At times though, it felt that Verner was a little heavy on the snarky/sarcastic tone as well as coming across a little patronizing. Overall though, Verner's narration was good.

(Thanks to ChristianAudio for providing a review copy of this book.) (less)

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May 19, 2009 Josh Cantrell rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book discourages laziness, hyper-spirituality, indecision and cowardice, but also reveals it in ways you wouldn't think apply to you.

I reallllly benefited from this book. Mostly in that I know I am a coward, lazy and indecisive. I want to be decisive, trust God, seek him in his word, pray, seek counsel and initiate. Do. Have faith in God by acting; not being indecisive and seeking the hidden, secretive will of God, that if I don't "discover" by some spiritual means, I will screw up my life...more

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May 09, 2009 Laura rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: christian-based-nf, favorites

Finally! A clear, concise explanation of God's will. Reaffirming the Biblical principle that while God cares about your circumstance, He is much more concerned about your character. This book optimistically draws the reader towards releasing the agony of endless searching and paralysis-in-decision-making involved in looking for 'the one' right job, right spouse, right (fill in the blank) . Turning our focus instead toward being the right one: seeking to love God and others and grow in Christ-lik...more

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May 08, 2009 Claire Grasse rated it 5 of 5 stars

Short, an easy single-afternoon read. One of the best takes I've ever read on finding God's will for your life. This book aggressively challenges the errant, but all-too-common teaching that God has one perfect will for your life, and it's your grim responsibility to figure out what it is and to fulfill it... or else. God's will for you, the author says, is actually very simple: to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. The rest is just gravy, and it doesn't much matter in G...more

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Aug 10, 2011 David Shane rated it 4 of 5 stars

A helpful little book I read in just a few hours. DeYoung distinguishes between three different senses in which we talk about "God's Will". First is God's "will of decree" - everything that comes to pass happens by God's decree, every little detail of our lives (Ephesians 1:11, Matthew 10:29-30). Then there is God's "will of desire" - the moral commands of God which our free will sometimes disregards (1 John 2:15-17). (DeYoung does not tackle the much bigger question of how to reconcile our huma...more

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David Schuster Cute. I like those distinctions. I have been calling them God's Will and God's Plan in my family's discussions. The Plan is the decree, and the Will i...more
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David Shane David wrote: "Cute. I like those distinctions. I have been calling them God's Will and God's Plan in my family's discussions. The Plan is the decree,...more
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May 09, 2009 Zack Migioia rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is a very helpful book for those who are confused and burned out with trying to figure out God's will for your life. If you are someone who is constantly asking the question, "What does God want me to do?" this is a good book for you to read.

I have found this book helpful in the following ways:

1. I've been encouraged to trust God as I make informed, wise decisions about my life.

2. I've learned to focus on obeying God and walking with Him daily, as I wrestle with difficult decisions to make....more

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Sep 15, 2012 Paul rated it 5 of 5 stars

Wow! Kevin DeYoung hits a home run with this book! Phenomenal! Wonderful balance in his approach to finding the will of God for our lives.
Some of my favorite moment in the book are these...

"I'm not saying God doesn't care about your future. I'm not saying God isn't directing your path and in control amidst the chaos of your life. I believe in providence with all my heart. What I'm saying is that we should stop thinking of God's will like a corn maze, or a tightrope, or a choose-your-own-adventur...more Wow! Kevin DeYoung hits a home run with this book! Phenomenal! Wonderful balance in his approach to finding the will of God for our lives.
Some of my favorite moment in the book are these...

"I'm not saying God doesn't care about your future. I'm not saying God isn't directing your path and in control amidst the chaos of your life. I believe in providence with all my heart. What I'm saying is that we should stop thinking of God's will like a corn maze, or a tightrope, or a choose-your-own-adventure novel." (Chapter 2)

"... I'm sure some young folks are making a difference for Christ as they float from job to job and place to place. But I'm equally certain that many of these same individuals are actually making self-centered decisions in the name of experience, cultural diversity, and sometimes, I hate to say it, under the guise of short term missions... My fear is that of all the choices people face today, the one they rarely consider is, "How can I serve most effectively and fruitfully in the local church?" I wonder if the abundance of opportunities to explore today is doing less to help make well-rounded disciples of Christ and more to help Christians avoid long-term responsibility and have less long term impact." (Chapter 3)

"His way is not a crystal ball. His way is wisdom." (Chapter 3)

"We need to be careful that we aren't using God as a trump card in all our decisions. Just because you pray doesn't mean your decisions are beyond objection. I know some people talk about God's work in their lives using different phrases. But if we say "God told me to do this" or "God's leading me here," this puts our decisions out of reach from criticisms or concerns. We should choose some different terminology. "I prayed about it, and this seems best" or "it seems like the Lord is leading" would be a more helpful way of communicating our dependance on God. (Chapter 4)

"God doesn't put us in a maze, turn out the lights, and tell us, 'Get out and good luck'... God gives His children the will to walk in His ways — not by revealing a series of next steps cloaked in shadows, but by giving us a heart to delight in His law. (Chapter 10)(less)

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Jul 23, 2011 Kurt rated it 4 of 5 stars

This slender little volume (almost a pamphlet) is a thorough and thoughtful analysis of God's will. DeYoung approaches the issue with a terrific clarification of what he means by "God's will," (essentially, God is sovereign and knows what's going to happen, and God gives us commands on how we should live, but when it comes to some hidden specific plan for an individual's life that must be found through earnest searching by that individual, DeYoung finds no real Scriptural support) and he then wa...more

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Oct 02, 2012 Karen rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, religious

I overall agreed with everything the author said, but could see someone who is a less discerning reader getting the wrong idea from some of the chapters. God's will is a tricky thing. I think it is important to know you're not always going to feel super confident you're making the right decision, but that's not an excuse to have decision paralysis. I think it's important to be in the scriptures a lot, because that is the only 100% certain source of God's will we have. So when you make a decision...more

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May 20, 2011 logankstewart rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2011-read, christianity, nonfic, own, coffee-talk

Every once in a while we have an epiphany. It may come while we're brushing our teeth and staring at ourselves in the mirror. It may come when we're pouring soy into the wok, whiffing the wonderful scents of the steam. Or, as often is the case, it may come from a book. The Bible is great at this. It's amazing how we can read the same passages through the years, but still find so much truth with its words. This post isn't about the Bible, though. It's about Kevin DeYoung's book (which is based on...more

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Apr 24, 2012 Bill rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: christian-life

A practical, biblical, readable, short book about "finding God's will". Highly recommended -- a great book to lend. DeYoung rejects the idea that God wants Christians to discover His specific, detailed will for every decision in life, and instead argues for an approach based on biblical wisdom -- living for God's glory in everything you do and making sensible decisions along the way, based on reading the bible, praying and asking for advice. It's a complicated issue, and that's an inadequate sum...more

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Dec 30, 2011 Maria rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: faith

The overall premise is a good reminder for some of us who need it. I didn't particularly identify with his target audience. Mostly I found DeYoung to be pedantic, snarky and condescending. He seems to idealize the past. DeYoung is also frustrating ignorant about the nature of anxiety. The book implied that he has very little tolerance for denominations other than his own. Though he backed up many of his assertions with scripture, he relied heavily on the idea of what the Bible doesn't mention, i...more

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Sep 24, 2012 Brenda rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: christian-living

My small group leader gave me a copy of this book after I mentioned my fear of making wrong decisions. The message is that God's will is not as mysterious or personalized as most of us are taught. God doesn't turn us out into a maze and expect us to figure out His specific plan for our lives - He gives us wisdom to make good choices, and freedom to choose among options that are all pleasing to Him. For the most part, this book encouraged and refreshed me. I especially liked DeYoung's point that...more

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Dec 14, 2012 Sadé Jackson rated it 4 of 5 stars

I found DeYoung's approach very liberating. I'm 26 and have still so much to accomplish all because I'm waiting on some mysterious "will of God" to be revealed to me. "Just Do Something" is exactly what I needed to hear and now I'm going to do just that. I will simply acknowledge God before I do anything,and then trust Him to direct my paths as I make God-glorifying decisions ON MY OWN. Everything, except for issues of morality, is my choice to make. I can go swimming today or I can go skiing. I...more

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Jan 30, 2013 Demetrius Rogers rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: theology

This is a book about finding the will of God and the underlying premise that fuels much of the presentation is the denial of ongoing revelation. Helpful thoughts here for those who tend to get stymied while waiting for a 'word from God.' But, for somebody who believes that God still speaks, not enough attention was paid here to striking a balance between listening and doing. Kevin DeYoung addresses the pitfalls of 'all listening and no doing.' But it seems his alternative is 'all doing and no li...more

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Jun 17, 2011 Sally rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: theology-ministry-church

This was a quick but very useful read. I love the way DeYoung writes. He has a wonderful way with words, but never in a spiteful or caustic manner. He exhorts young people to quit wasting time seeking God's will and get on with their lives, obeying what God has directed and not feeling like it is up to us to uncover His secret plan. Our focus on choosing the perfect spouse/place to live/career means that we want life to be perfect and are not trusting God to be with us through difficulties. Havi...more

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Kevin DeYoung is the Senior Pastor at University Reformed Church (RCA) in East Lansing, Michigan, right across the street from Michigan State University.

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Don't Call it a Comeback: The Old Faith for a New Day

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“The only chains God wants us to wear are the chains of righteousness--not the chains of hopeless subjectivism, not the shackles of risk-free living, not the fetters of horoscope decision making--just the chains befitting a bond servant of Christ Jesus. Die to self. Live for Christ. And then do what you want, and go where you want, for God's glory.” — 9 people liked it

“So go marry someone, provided you're equally yoked and you actually like being with each other. Go get a job, provided it's not wicked. Go live somewhere in something with somebody or nobody. But put aside the passivity and the quest for complete fulfillment and the perfectionism and the preoccupation with the future, and for God's sake start making some decisions in your life. Don't wait for the liver-shiver. If you are seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, you will be in God's will, so just go out and do something.” — 9 people liked it

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