Doing Good Is Simple
Making a Difference Right Where You Are
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Published: 2016
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Publisher's Description
What if you could become a powerful force for good in the world without moving overseas, burdening your overwhelmed family, or giving up the comforts of modern life? Chris Marlow, founder of the global advocacy organization Help One Now, once felt paralyzed in the face of global problems. They seemed too numerous, too complicated, too big—and after all, how much can one person really do? But a wake-up call in Zimbabwe and a closer study of Scripture soon showed Chris that maybe Christians are overcomplicating how to do act justly in a broken world. Maybe all God is calling us to do is set up a lemonade stand for a good cause. Doing Good is Simple is your practical guide to world change wherever you are. Through Chris’ own journey of an ordinary person seeking God’s good in the world, this book will: Empower you to make a difference where you are Redefine good according to God’s metrics of small, simple things with great love Bring global concepts down to earth for you to find your place in the area where God is calling you Disband the top myths we tell ourselves when it comes to world change and why we aren’t “enough” Free you from your first world guilt complex that drags you down Provide practical, accessible guidelines for getting started today
Endorsements (12)
“A truly hopeful, practical, humble, real, and empowering book about partnering with God to see the kingdom come. If you want to do good in the world but feel overwhelmed, I’m so happy to hand this book to you with my highest confidence that it will matter in you and through you. I’ve worked with Chris for years now and he’s the real deal.”
“Too busy to get involved? Feeling ill-equipped? Chris’s Doing Good Is Simple answers those excuses and more by proving that God can use anything—even lemonade, whistles, and garage sales—if we “have a willing heart and a clear understanding” of why we exist. This must-read book proves that lives are saved when we get creative, have a little fun, and adjust our thinking.”
“in this world, the extreme poverty, the millions of orphans, and the slavery that still exists, and you know there are things you need to know, but when you put the book down you feel nothing but sadness and helplessness. This is not one of those books. While Doing Good Is Simple gives you some hard truths, from the very beginning the overwhelming feeling is one of hope. You finish reading knowing that there is absolutely something you can do to combat the evils in this world. There is most definitely a way you can be a part of the solution. I’ve had the privilege of traveling with Chris Marlow and have seen firsthand the lives Help One Now is saving with the help of many everyday normal people like you and me. What he is saying is true. We are called to do good in this world, and it’s not as hard as you might think.”
“So many times, we think we have to have a lot of money, influence, and time in order to make a big impact. In Doing Good Is Simple, Chris Marlow flips that belief on its head and shows you that making a difference really can be simple. His book and the stories in it will inspire you to start doing good right where you are with the time and resources you have!”
“Most of us want to do good. But the fear of doing it the wrong way often keeps us from doing anything at all. Doing Good Is Simple is full of stories, biblical insight, and true-life experiences that inform, equip, and empower us to live a life of compassion. It’s a much-needed read by a man who knows what he’s talking about.”
“If you want to live a better, more fulfilled life, read this book. If you doubt such a life is even possible, read this book. Chris is right: Doing good is simple. And through approachable but powerful stories, he guides you through a process that will change your life, your community, and maybe even your world.”
“do good” in modern society, the call to philanthropy can leave us feeling weighed down and worn out. Luckily, as Chris Marlow says, it isn’t as difficult as it appears. Transforming your life into a force for social change is as easy as squeezing lemons or opening a garage door. If trying to be “good” has left you feeling burned out, beat up, or bewildered, this book is for you!”
“I’m so grateful for Chris Marlow, his radical vision, and humble example—showing me how to better love and serve my neighbor. His book Doing Good Is Simple is built on years of hard experience and relational authority—and it calls us to see and love the person right in front of us.”
Dr. John Sowers
“Chris Marlow is a bridge builder who made inviting my blog readers to do good in South Africa simple. What I thought would be hard and complicated, Chris and Help One Now made easy. Thousands of moms rallied around one simple project that resulted in a community water point, vegetable garden, playground, and classrooms. No mega donors, just many small amounts given by readers right in the middle of their everyday lives.”
“Doing Good Is Simple is refreshingly honest, unpretentious, and filled with life-shaping insights that will inspire you to do good. Chris reminds us of the collective power of simple actions that truly do make a world of difference. Read this book and get ready to participate.”
“Overwhelmed by the needs around you? Doing Good Is Simple will help you cut through the fog with a clear path towards making an impact with whatever background, experience, or resources you have.”
“Words can’t express the commitment Chris has shown with his life’s actions, but this book will give words to how we might join him in action!”
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