With more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.
This is the 2nd time I have read this book and it probably won't be the last time. In this book, Max Lucado uses his own parables and scripture to remind us what is important in our life's journey. He reminds us that we are not in this alone and we don't have to carry our burdens alone. More importantly it reminds us who our life needs to be centered around; not us but God. That is how and why we are made the way we are. It is in turning our backs on God's objectives and goals that we lose our way and try to find happiness in our own goals and objectives. The God who created the sunset we saw today and the birds that surround us and the dog that sleeps at our feet and especially those we love, it is this God who knows us best of all and knows what will make us content in this world. He draws us near so that we can hear His voice, a voice that makes known our heart's desire. A desire that has existed from the time of creation. A desire that drew Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and draws us today. A desire that wrenches at our soul and makes us weep with knowing. This book helps me remember who I am and who I want to be and most of all who I want to honor with my works, my words, and my thoughts. Thank you Mr. Lucado and thank You, my God.
One of the best devotionals by Max Lucado. Lucado uses stories from his personal life --intertwined with Bible passages-- in order to remind us of the fact that it isn't about us. Very clear and concise.
One of two most influential books i have read in my walk with Christ ( Peace with God; B. Graham). Had walked away from the faith and was deeply depressed and basically just feeling sorry for myself. Was at a new job and had been sharing with a fellow believer about things and the next day i was gifted this book. Even when wallowing in our own sins we are making it about "us" instead of the grace, power and forgiveness of Jesus Christ. I would definitely recommend this to any follower of Christ regardless of where you are in your walk. God bless Romans 8:1-2
This book came at the perfect time in my life. It really puts things into perspective. It's a fast read, simple and to the point. It's self explanatory. It's not all about us!
I enjoyed this book. Life is definitely not all about me. The only negative I can say would be that many examples are the same examples used in multiple books. That said. I definitely would recommend this book.