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Thousands of people leave Christian ministry every month. They have not lost their love for Christ or their desire to serve him. But for one reason or another, they are exhausted and simply cannot carry on.
Christopher Ash knows this experience all too well. As a pastor of a growing church, and then in his role training people for ministry, he has found himself on the edge of burnout a number of times and has pastored many younger ministers who have reached the ends of their tethers.
His wisdom has been distilled into this short, accessible audiobook, in which he reveals a neglected biblical truth and seven keys that flow from it. Understood properly, and built into our lives as Christians who are zealous to serve the Lord, they will serve to protect us from burnout and keep us working for God's kingdom and glory.
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Before you were born, God knew what your life had in store for you. His hope for you is to discover the life he created just for you—both here on earth, and forever in eternity. Let Rick Warren guide you as you learn to live out your true purpose. The Purpose Driven Life is more than a book; it's a road map for your spiritual journey. Combining thoughtful verses from Scripture with timely stories and perspectives from Warren's own life, The Purpose Driven Life will help you discover the answer to one of life's most important questions: What on earth am I here for?
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Very well reasoned and contagiuos, with big bias
- By Alberto on 03-03-13
By: Rick Warren
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Called
- By: Casey Cole OFM
- Narrated by: Casey Cole OFM
- Length: 5 hrs
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Whether you’re considering a religious vocation or simply trying to lead a Christ-centered life, Franciscan friar Casey Cole has news: Christian life doesn't end with a profession of faith or hearing of God's call. That's when it begins. Called: What Happens After Saying Yes to God reflects on realities that are common to anyone who is serious about living a sincere Christian life and trying to follow the message of Jesus in the Gospels.
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A good reminder
- By David Ryan Lompe on 04-16-21
By: Casey Cole OFM
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Plan B
- What to Do When God Doesn't Show Up the Way You Thought He Would
- By: Pete Wilson
- Narrated by: Pete Wilson
- Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins
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What do you do when a shattered dream or an unmet expectation causes you to turn to Plan B? Pastor and author Pete Wilson uses real-life stories of disappointments and tragedy along with biblical stories such as David, Joseph, and Ruth to help listeners face their own overwhelming situations and through them to learn God is working to help them surrender their plans to receive his.
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God speaks through Pete Wilson
- By Amelia in Kentucky on 04-16-12
By: Pete Wilson
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Encounter Jesus
- From Discovery to Discipleship
- By: Fr Dave Pivonka, Deacon Ralph Poyo
- Narrated by: Fr Dave Pivonka, Deacon Ralph Poyo
- Length: 3 hrs and 53 mins
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It's exciting when someone has a living encounter with the God of the universe. A lightbulb goes on, and everything feels new. But with that sense of exhilaration comes the realization: in order to take one's faith seriously, things must change. An encounter with Jesus is a very significant experience, and Fr. Dave and Deacon Ralph show readers how to move from discovering their faith to following Jesus wherever he leads them along the path of discipleship.
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engaging
- By Maria Vidal on 03-07-24
By: Fr Dave Pivonka, and others
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Rooted
- The Hidden Places Where God Develops You
- By: Banning Liebscher
- Narrated by: Banning Liebscher
- Length: 5 hrs
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In Rooted, Banning Liebscher takes us to the life of David to show how God expands our root system in the hidden places to leave an impact on the visible world. It was in a field of prayerful devotion, a season of serving, and a cave of community that God prepared David for his crown - the same way God prepares us. Take a look at your own life. Are you embracing God's process, the sometimes painstaking and maddening process?
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Pushing thru in growth
- By Carmen Gibson on 06-07-16
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Simplify
- Ten Practices to Unclutter Your Soul
- By: Bill Hybels
- Narrated by: Kelly Ryan Dolan
- Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins
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Overscheduled. Exhausted. Overwhelmed. Sound familiar? Too familiar? You are living at a velocity you know deep down is unsustainable. Your life is off course - too crammed with busyness, too out of focus. You keep waiting for things to get better, but they never do. In Simplify, best-selling author Bill Hybels identifies core issues that drive this kind of living and offers action steps to help you live a better way. By eradicating clutter from your inner world, you can experience immediate rewards: greater energy, clearer purpose, richer relationships, and more.
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Great Information, Great Performance
- By Dave Iowa on 10-28-14
By: Bill Hybels
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Speak Life
- Restoring Healthy Communication in How You Think, Talk, and Pray
- By: Brady Boyd
- Narrated by: Wes Bleed
- Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
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The most important conversation you'll have. Why do so many of our conversations with one another lead to misunderstanding and hurt feelings? Brady Boyd turns to the example of Jesus Christ to show that the health of our conversations can be only as vibrant as the health of our interactions with God. As Proverbs says, "The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing" (Proverbs 12:18 niv).
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Wonderful book, so much wisdom
- By R. Smith on 01-16-24
By: Brady Boyd
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Barefoot Church
- Serving the Least in a Consumer Culture
- By: Brandon Hatmaker
- Narrated by: Adam Black
- Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins
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There's got to be more to church than this. People around the world are seeking a community that focuses more on others than on themselves. Yet most don't know where to start. Drawing from his own journey, Brandon Hatmaker reminds us that serving the least is not a trendy act of benevolence but a lifestyle of authentic community and spiritual transformation. In Barefoot Church, Brandon offers practical ideas for creating service-based, missional communities and explains how the organizational structure of a church can be created or restructured for mission in any context.
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Awesome
- By John on 01-16-13
By: Brandon Hatmaker
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Gospel-Centered Mom
- The Freeing Truth About What Your Kids Really Need
- By: Brooke McGlothlin
- Narrated by: Erin Spencer
- Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins
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It's time to stop trying to be the perfect mom. You long to be the mom your kids need, but often you're convinced you come up short. The label "not enough" seems to be stamped across everything you do - and yet parenting is the one thing you want most to get right. What if the solution is simply to embrace the truth that you are not enough - but God is?
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Wowww!
- By Gayle J Silagyi on 06-24-18
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The Way of Serenity
- Finding Peace and Happiness in the Serenity Prayer
- By: Father Jonathan Morris
- Narrated by: Patrick Lawlor
- Length: 7 hrs and 2 mins
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Father Jonathan Morris has seen firsthand how our day-to-day lives are consumed with anxiety and stress as we focus on our failures and troubles while peace feels unattainable. When he rediscovered the Serenity Prayer, he realized that this little prayer can be a powerful road map for our spiritual journey toward God. As he began to share this prayer with others, he saw that living these simple lines became a source of profound peace and happiness.
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Great read!
- By Todd on 04-10-15
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No Easy Jesus
- How the Toughest Choices Lead to the Greatest Life
- By: Jason Mitchell, Kyle Idleman
- Narrated by: Jason Mitchell
- Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins
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This book will ask you to make tough choices. Because what if the easy life isn't always the best life? What if living a truly full life means so much more than just "believing" in Jesus - and what if he promised you it would be worth it?
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Read this book!
- By Bill Simon on 03-29-17
By: Jason Mitchell, and others
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You Are Beloved
- By: Bobby Schuller
- Narrated by: Bobby Schuller
- Length: 6 hrs and 46 mins
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Are you ever concerned that you don’t deserve to love and be loved because you are continually having to prove yourself? In You Are Beloved, Bobby Schuller shows you how to let go of these fears and put your trust in the One who sees you for who you really are. Here is an easy to follow, proven path to personal dignity for all those who think they are not good enough no matter how much they achieve. This path is illuminated by the truths that it is not about what you accomplish, but what has already been accomplished for you; not about what you have, but what has already been provided; and not about who others say you are, but who God says you are. Know that you are valued, cared for, and embraced. You Are Beloved will help you rebuild your life as a response to that assurance.
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Always enjoy his books and stories!
- By Ted Ziegenbusch on 09-09-18
By: Bobby Schuller
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- A human
- 03-28-18
Well distilled advice for clergy or business professional
Christopher humbly presents well-distilled, Christ focused advice for those striving tirelessly to “do with all their might” what God has called them to. It is all too easy to lose balance and expend more than our earthbound frames can take. Chris’s advice on recognizing the difference between sacrifice and self-harm is excellent as are some ideas to find remedy per advice in Psalm 127:2 and other truths. As a business director myself, this work is excellent for godly CTOs, CEOs, and Pastors alike and possible to listen at 2X within 90 minutes ;-)
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- Brokenmama
- 12-21-18
Self care for the Christian volunteer
A good book to read for anyone working & volunteering within the church in any capacity.
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- Baden
- 07-04-23
Helpful Guide
Nobody wants to burn out, but everyone should be aware of the warning signs. Ash lays it out with real examples that are relatable and helpful.
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- Jstickman
- 04-04-18
Thought provoking
some good ideas here and narrated well. I was engaged throughout the entirety of this book.
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- Bernardo
- 07-15-22
Great book and great narration!
I respect others reviews which were somewhat negative. This is a must have book that needs to be listened and meditated on. Great work!
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- Luke Lawson
- 12-16-22
Concise, clear, vulnerable, and moving
Book features an explanation of burnout and a gathering of short testimonies from Church leaders who have experienced burnout. These stories will be relevant and relatable for anyone who has experienced it. As one who is coming out on the other side of burnout, the discussion from Psalms’ rebuke of restlessness, our frame of dust, and God being God was my greatest takeaway that I want for my future work in ministry.
Thank you, Christopher!
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- Topher
- 12-15-16
good practical advice
this book was a good companion to "crazy busy" by Kevin Deyoung. crazy busy focused more on Biblical principles, while zeal without burnout gave good practical advice, along with warning signs that you are beginning to burn out.
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- Anonymous User
- 02-10-24
Real life!
The author was very open about his experiences & how he delt with challenges. He presented Biblical Truth in easy to understand & applicable ways. Thank you for this book!
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- d.eley
- 11-05-19
Zeal without Burnout
Zeal without burnout should be a required read for Christian leaders. With the demands of ministry, family, the pressure to perform, and life overall this book helps to put things into prospective. It gives practical steps to avoid burnout as well as practical steps if burnout has occurred. I read this book in one setting.
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-12-23
Realistic and practical approach.
I'm not a pastor or a minister, but the principles laid out are still applicable to every Christian working in the secular field.
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