Sacred Pace
Four Steps to Hearing God and Aligning Yourself With His Will
- Christian Living
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2019
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Publisher's Description
How do we hear from God and discern His will when it’s time to make big decisions? Terry Looper shares a four-step process for doing just that - a process he has learned and refined over thirty years as a Christian entrepreneur and founder of a multi-billion dollar company. At just thirty-six years old, Terry Looper was a successful Christian businessman who thought he had it all—until managing all he had led to a devastating burnout. Wealthy beyond his wildest dreams but miserable beyond belief, Terry experienced a radical transformation when he discovered how to align himself with God’s will in the years following his crash and burn. Sacred Pace is a four-step process that helps Christians in all walks of life learn how to slow down their decision-making under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, sift through their surface desires and sinful patterns in order to receive clear, peace-filled answers from the Lord, gain the confident assurance that God’s answers are His way of fulfilling the true desires he has placed in their hearts, and grow closer to the One who loves them most and knows them best. Sacred Pace is not another example of name-it-and-claim-it materialism in disguise. Instead, it walks Christians through the sometimes-painful process of “dying to self” in their decisions, both big and small, so that they desire God’s will more than their own.
Endorsements (21)
“Success is one thing, but wisdom is another. Or so it can seem. Most of us hope for both, even when they seem like rivals. In the case of Terry Looper, success and wisdom have come blessedly together. It wasn’t always so. Why and how did things change for him? I enthusiastically urge you to read Sacred Pace to hear his story and to grasp his answers. Then I urge you to pursue for yourself the fruitfulness that can come from a transformative process of seeking and hearing from God in relation to all of life’s decisions. As Looper so clearly sees, the greatest and surest gift will always be the Giver.”
“Terry Looper’s story is compelling because he pulls no punches on how hard life can be when we get seriously out of balance. The resulting wisdom that he acquired through those hard times is from God himself—learning to want God’s will more than our own! This truth, which is both ancient and contemporary, and the advice he gives as to how to incorporate it in our lives, will be life-giving for those who begin to move at a Sacred Pace in the same way Terry has.”
“Far too many leaders are struggling with the frenetic pace of their lives. The tragic consequences of a life out of control are predictable: deteriorating health, fractured relationships, and unsustainable results. In Sacred Pace, Terry Looper offers a better way—born of his own failures and ultimate success. This book can help you live and lead at a higher level!”
“Terry Looper is both a known and unknown spiritual mentor to hundreds of people and organizations, both nationally and internationally. The nonprofit where I have been called to serve is thriving today because of Terry’s willingness to teach our leadership team the principles for finding God’s will that are so brilliantly described in Sacred Pace. Reading will take courage, but the results are worth it!”
“I’ve done more underlining per page in Sacred Pace than in any other book I have ever read. I sincerely believe that Sacred Pace is, after the Bible, the most important book I have ever read. My good friend and mentor Terry Looper has written a great book on business, decision-making, and, in no small way, theology. His transparency makes his words all the more meaningful, and his warmth and conversation-like writing style make the whole experience so personal and enjoyable!”
“As a committed Christian, I thought I had progressed a long way on my spiritual journey—until I read Sacred Pace. I saw myself on almost every page, and I expect the insights and concepts in this book will literally change my life. Slowing down and letting the Holy Spirit guide my decision-making seems hard, yet it is immensely freeing. I am putting these insights into action today!”
“My very wise dad’s favorite poem was, ‘I’d Rather See a Sermon Than Hear One Any Day.’ That poem fits Terry Looper well. The world is experiencing a shortage of leaders who walk their talk, but Terry and this magnificent book fill the void to the brim. Sacred Pace is the real deal, and you’ll find Terry’s heartbeat on every page.”
Dr. Joe White
“From finances to family, the decisions we make in everyday life radically shape who we become. In Sacred Pace, Terry Looper lays out a thoughtful, scriptural guide to wise decision-making. This book is for business leaders eager to make sound choices for their organizations, for husbands and wives who want to work together to live Christ-centered marriages, and for fathers and mothers committed to raising up compassionate kids. Sacred Pace is north-star wisdom for those who want to make extraordinary decisions in everyday living.”
“I have been absolutely floored by Sacred Pace! This book will be a powerful tool for a lot of people, but in my opinion it is essential reading for anyone who considers themselves an entrepreneur. If that’s you, this book will change your life in profound ways.”
“How many times have you and I wished God would send us an email or write in the sky His answer for our questions about His will? For the dedicated follower of Christ, it’s easy to feel His will is, at times, too mysterious to decipher. That’s why this book is so needed. Terry’s experience uncomplicates this ‘mystery’ of finding answers from God for our everyday lives. The simplicity of his four-step process will stick with you and draw you more closely to God’s heart!”
“This is a book by a thoughtful and successful Christian businessman. He tells the moving story of his own burnout and conversion, but that’s only the beginning. Now, after many years of following Christ, Terry Looper shares what he has learned about decision-making as a Christian and connects that with the process of making deals as a businessman. Slowing down and listening (he calls it ‘getting neutral’) and learning how to sense the leading of the Spirit are insights he has gained from years of business experience and are inextricably linked to his love for Jesus.”
“I have had the privilege of knowing Terry Looper for the last twenty-five years. I often go to him for wise counsel and advice on a myriad of subjects. He always encourages me to listen the Lord and to get neutral. Reading Sacred Pace is just like a visit with Terry, including practical spiritual wisdom that is certainly countercultural. I highly recommend Sacred Pace to anyone who runs too fast in this crazy-paced world so they can learn to operate at God’s speed.”
“What a fantastic experience it was to read Sacred Pace! As I read the first few chapters, I thought the book was good mainly because I have great respect for Terry. At some point in the middle, I realized this book is really good regardless of my thoughts about Terry. And by the end, I have been stimulated to make some life adjustments and think of a few things differently.”
“As part of a seminary leadership team, I know how important it is to make decisions in God’s timing, rather than our own. The principle of ‘getting neutral’ that Terry has described in this book is so valuable in that process, which is just one of the reasons I have enjoyed reading Sacred Pace.”
“Sacred Pace is packed full of godly wisdom. I especially like the way my friend Terry Looper breaks out the application portions of the book based on the major segments of a leader’s life—and the way he includes key examples along the way. This is a powerful tool that I know will impact many people’s lives.”
“This book has been helpful for my soul. My wife and I read it together at the perfect time, and we’ve been using Terry’s four steps to ‘get neutral’ in our lives, in our ministry, and in our parenting decisions. This book needs to be in the hands of any young person looking to get a start on life—especially anyone ready to get started in the business world.”
Rev. Dr. Dana Allen
“In Sacred Pace, Terry Looper speaks to the longings of our hearts. We long to flourish in every part of life—in business, family, discipleship, and service to others. This book offers a clear path to such flourishing. We yearn for integrated lives, rather than being so scattered. Sacred Pace shows us how to live seamlessly, centered in the God who loves us and guides us. We look for a mentor, someone who can help us grow in work and faith. Terry Looper walks with us as a wise, faithful, and surprisingly vulnerable counselor and friend. We long to know God’s will for decisions big and small. Terry teaches us how to slow down so that we can truly ‘get neutral’ enough to discern the voice of God’s Spirit in the hubbub of our busy lives. I recommend Sacred Pace not only to entrepreneurs and other business leaders, but to all who seek to know God and His will more deeply, so as to live more fully and j oyfully.”
“Sacred Pace is a compelling journey with a powerful spiritual message for everyone—from business leaders to homemakers to young people just starting to find their way in life. It’s an engaging read, and I enjoyed every minute of it!”
“I am completely blown away by this book! To write on knowing the will of God is one thing, but to do so in a fresh, unexpected way is truly a Herculean task. Sacred Pace is eminently practical, yet at the same time clearly rooted in the Word of God—a balance that is increasingly difficult to find. Another element of this book I find so refreshing is Terry’s willingness to talk not only about his successes, but also his failures. This is a wonderful tool for anyone seeking to hear from God and obey His voice.”
“Sacred Pace will not only lead readers toward better results in their decision-making, but also toward a deeper experience in their spiritual lives. I can’t think of a combination better than that!”
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