GOD'S DESIRE How To Please God
Insights for all levels of spiritual maturity.
Ephesians 5:17
eBook ISBN:
978-1393211785
ASIN: B08H4F619W
Print Edition ISBN:
979-8223962915
About 204 pages
This book starts with the complex subject of the will of God presented in an innovative, easy-to-understand, and quick-read format that concisely explains the three main components of God’s will. This is critical to understanding how to please God.
The illustrated “Christian Life Model” and “Christian Guidance Model” graphically display what God desires from His children and how they can be assured of making correct decisions throughout their lives.
The book closes with a concise description of the benefits of following the two models.
This book is an updated edition of an earlier book "Thy Will Be Done On Earth: Understanding God's Will for You."
REVIEWS: GOD'S DESIRE How To Please God
☆☆☆☆☆ 5 out of 5 Stars ~ Reviewed in Canada on June 27, 2021 ~ Amazon Verified Purchase
Persuasive Writing and Good Company On Any Spiritual Journey ~ Michael Vincent Moore
In "Christ's Disciple: How To Finish Strong" Robert expounds the benefits of following into Christ’s footsteps, and as any good Christian knows, the path is narrow, but the rewards are great... Unfortunately, many in today’s fast paced and distracted times do not know the repercussions of not following such a higher path, towards love and peace, and overcoming everything within themselves that would block them from a better relationship with the All Mighty. But as long as believers don’t give up the battle, hope remains for better days ahead.
Robert’s writing is concise and compelling, with many “Think and Grow” ideas at the end of chapters serving as reminders and action points to undertake, worth a read!
☆☆☆☆☆ 5 out 5 of Stars ~ Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2021 ~ Amazon Verified Purchase
“I Found This Book So Appealing” ~ Robin Leigh Morgan
In trying to be a good Christian woman, I am on a continuous journey of discovering and growing as to who I am in the eyes of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. One of the main reasons I found this book so appealing is that I have unexpectedly already been on the journey to becoming the author's disciple in this book.
Anyone who has read my blog will notice quite quickly that I'm definitely not complacent in the type of individual I'm striving to be. In addition, I am also not neglecting the importance of what I am doing in trying to be a good Christian woman.
In this book, author Robert Lloyd Russell lays out the framework in becoming a disciple of our Lord; the framework takes the shape of a pyramid, where each level is dependent on the previous one in getting successfully completed before an individual can proceed to each consecutive level until the pinnacle of discipleship gets obtained.
The simplistic style of the author's writing makes it an easy to comprehend [this] instructional guidebook [of the process] in becoming a disciple of the Lord instead of merely being a devoted follower. While, after reading this book, I might, in theory, already be a disciple, inwardly, I don't feel if I'm ready actually to be one.
For wanting to assist those interested in becoming a disciple in becoming one, I'm happy to [award] the book's author, Mr. Russell, 5 STARS for his endeavor here.
☆☆☆☆ 4 out of 5 stars
I loved it. Very down to earth yet thorough. It was amazing. ~ Debbie Chatley
Down to earth guide to Christian growth
Comprehensive guide to Gods will for us laymen and laywoman. I wish I had this book 20 years ago. This book very thoroughly but simply lays out the sovereign, the general and the specific will of God for each Christian. The author uses models, or diagrams, to visually display that which is being explained and that makes all the difference. The models allow me to see the interactions between the various elements and serve as a memory jogger as well. This is a book I will be referring back to often. In fact this is one of those books you should reread again every couple of years. I recommend this book to fellow Christians whether new believers or believers who have walked with the Lord for 30+ years like myself. I was especially enamored with the middle section dealing with the Christian Life model. This is where the author lays out the details about the general will of God, which is really just an overview of the essential parts of living the Christian life. I have never read a better guide to the Christian life.
Reader Responses (to an earlier version)
Pastor Mark Kelley ~ This book is easy to read, easy to understand, and deals with substantial issues. I especially appreciate the way it places the understanding of God's will in the context of basic Christian discipleship.
Dr. Carl Laney, Seminary Professor ~ It is a great book with great illustrations and diagrams. It is very practical, easy to read and nicely presented and it will be helpful to many people.
Pastor Kevin Kruse ~ It is a great book!
Bill Davidson ~ I was blown away by the book... exciting... a quality work.
Linda Fraught ~ I'd highly recommend it to anyone!
Ed Osmond ~ Very rewarding ... both the new Christian and seasoned Christian will find it instructive. The discussion on the sovereign, general, and specific will was very helpful. It is a wonderful book which will help people gain a better understanding of God's will, and help them to direct their energies and resources to achieve God's calling.
Dan McCauley ~ This is absolutely great! It is a must for any Christian to understand and apply these elements that make up the balanced Christian life! May God be the force behind this manuscript in getting it out to all believers!
Genevieve Summy ~ I'm taking my time reading it. I love the way you've used so many Scriptures references in it.
Jeannette Anderson ~ The acrostics are so meaningful. I am going through the book slowly as a Bible study.
The Northwest Book Reviewer, Christian News Northwest ~ This timely book equips Christians to find tangible answers to difficult questions in one of the most trying times of our nation's history. It would make an excellent Bible study.
Book Review, The Cypress Times ~ The book is well-organized and easy to navigate. Well-balanced and supported by Scripture, the author's thoughts, rooted in God's Word, direct, encourage and entertain.
Book Review, About.com ~ The author writes simply yet profoundly. While there are many written works on knowing the will of God and Christian decision making, this is by far the best I have found.
Christian Book Notes by Terry Delaney ~ I found myself marking "good" beside many sentences and paragraphs throughout the book. ... he does a fine job of explaining each component ...impressed with the ease of the read and the soundness.
Dr. Carl Laney, Seminary Professor ~ It is a great book with great illustrations and diagrams. It is very practical, easy to read and nicely presented and it will be helpful to many people.
Pastor Kevin Kruse ~ It is a great book!
Bill Davidson ~ I was blown away by the book... exciting... a quality work.
Linda Fraught ~ I'd highly recommend it to anyone!
Ed Osmond ~ Very rewarding ... both the new Christian and seasoned Christian will find it instructive. The discussion on the sovereign, general, and specific will was very helpful. It is a wonderful book which will help people gain a better understanding of God's will, and help them to direct their energies and resources to achieve God's calling.
Dan McCauley ~ This is absolutely great! It is a must for any Christian to understand and apply these elements that make up the balanced Christian life! May God be the force behind this manuscript in getting it out to all believers!
Genevieve Summy ~ I'm taking my time reading it. I love the way you've used so many Scriptures references in it.
Jeannette Anderson ~ The acrostics are so meaningful. I am going through the book slowly as a Bible study.
The Northwest Book Reviewer, Christian News Northwest ~ This timely book equips Christians to find tangible answers to difficult questions in one of the most trying times of our nation's history. It would make an excellent Bible study.
Book Review, The Cypress Times ~ The book is well-organized and easy to navigate. Well-balanced and supported by Scripture, the author's thoughts, rooted in God's Word, direct, encourage and entertain.
Book Review, About.com ~ The author writes simply yet profoundly. While there are many written works on knowing the will of God and Christian decision making, this is by far the best I have found.
Christian Book Notes by Terry Delaney ~ I found myself marking "good" beside many sentences and paragraphs throughout the book. ... he does a fine job of explaining each component ...impressed with the ease of the read and the soundness.