Living Life in the Zone
A 40-Day Spiritual Gameplan for Men
- Men
- Bible Studies & Devotionals
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2009
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Publisher's Description
Why this book? Because many men still have the desire to have a real faith dialog, but much of today's current church literature and methodology doesn't appeal to them. Living in the zone—that state of mind when almost everything seems to be working for you—is every man's desire. But how does a man live in the zone as a Christian? This 40-day spiritual journey is a sports-filled prescription for today's busy man designed to help remove stress and give him confidence to embrace his daily adventure. Each chapter is: Designed to strengthen both churched and unchurched men Brief enough for men to enjoy but with spiritual depth Filled with issues that are real but often not discussed in church Concentrated on a daily spiritual to-do list Divided into four sections: Marriage, Children, Work, and Faith, each daily reading includes: thought of the day words of wisdom on a particular subject biblical perspective insight for living it out questions to ponder today's call to action prayer requests Real life stories focusing on the faith journey of famous athletes, coaches, businessmen, and other public figures encourages men that they too can handle adversity, walk in faith, and live in the zone. Includes input from celebrities such as Tony Dungy, Lee Corso, Chris Mortensen, Bobby Bowden and many more.
Endorsements (12)
“How do you balance your life; how do you stay in the zone? You stay strong in your Christian beliefs and make it the focal point of your life. I highly recommend Living Life in the Zone to you; you won’t be sorry. Don’t miss it!”
“One of my most rewarding experiences in recent years has been sharing my Christian testimony at In The Zone events. In my profession, sports often conflicts with Sunday church attendance. But fellow believers in the world of sports will testify with me that when we submit to Christ’s desire for a very personal 24/7 relationship, we receive a supernatural blessing that enables us to successfully navigate the conflicts of the professional world, family, and the Great Commission. Living Life in the Zone is an uplifiting instrument that inspires me to know we are not alone and life can be a mission accomplished!”
“As I travel across America, I have observed that most men—when totally honest—admit they are tired, lonely, and angry. The causes of those feelings are known to everyone; just look at today’s headlines and around your neighborhood. In Living Life in the Zone, Joe and Kyle present practical, biblical wisdom for any man who wants to deepen his relationships with his most important teammates: his wife, his children, his friends, and his coworkers. Take this forty-day journey and watch how your life takes on new purpose and brings you truly great victories.”
“We keep score in all our games—not just in sports but also in life: our bank accounts, our net worth, the square footage in our homes, the Boone and Crockett number of the last deer we killed, and the points scored in backyard basketball. As men, keeping score is what we do. But how are we scoring with the most important game of all—life? Like all games, it will end someday, and there will be a score, and God is keeping it. Living Life in the Zone is a practical and challenging book that helps us to see the scoreboard much clearer and make sure that when the final gun sounds, we end up winning. And I mean winning at what matters: marriage, raising kids, knowing God. In the time it takes to listen to the sports recap each day, you can spend a life-changing forty days knowing how to keep a score that really counts. On to the zone!”
“Finally, here’s a men’s book that takes information and presents it in such a way that it can be transformational. Living Life in the Zone is a must-read for any man who is serious about his relationships with God and walking His talk in his life. Kudos to Joe and Kyle.”
“Our society’s definition and God’s definition of manhood are often miles apart. I love how Kyle and Joe use sports to bring forth the truth of the Word of God. The challenges of true manhood are clearly addressed in a way that sports fans can relate. God calls man to have faith and integrity, show sacrifice and leadership, and carry a strong legacy. Living Life in the Zone carefully illustrates these points.”
“Today’s fast-paced, sports-centric culture not only fails to show us a path to authentic manhood, but it doesn’t deliver the essential tools we need to get there either. Living Life in the Zone offers both a compelling direction for us men and a glimpse into the real power source that strengthens us along the way.”
“Every one of us wants to succeed in life. We want to experience a life that surpasses expectation. But far too often we end up sacrificing one aspect of our lives in order to succeed in another. In this book, Kyle Rote Jr. and Joe Pettigrew give men an inside look at the lives of some of the most successful sports and business personalities around. And they reveal the secrets these men have to experiencing a full life, not just an aspect of it. No matter what stage of life you find yourself in, Living Life in the Zone will give you the perspectives you need to get the most out of everything you do.”
“Living Life in the Zone is a practical and fun read. I am a big sports fan and really enjoyed the way Joe and Kyle weaved in some extremely interesting stories about well-known athletes, teams, and coaches with take-away biblical truths that challenge me to be a better follower of Christ.”
“Living Life in the Zone applies spiritual truths to the dilemma of balancing career and family in today’s culture. Joe Pettigrew and Kyle Rote Jr. draw on athletic metaphors to illustrate the importance of doing things God’s way, rather than our way. The book is very readable and full of practical insights.”
“Joe and Kyle take you farther than the locker room and the playing field. They allow you to go on a journey with your own heart to ask yourself questions every man wants to ask but is afraid no one has the answers. But God’s Word does have the answers, and this book talks to you man-to- man about the four most important issues of your life: balance, fatherhood, marriage, and work. Can’t wait to pass it on to my sons!”
“Living Life in the Zone has hit me right in the middle of my heart, soul, and mind. It’s mandatory reading for every man out there searching for answers to life’s toughest questions.”
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