A powerful meditation on what it means to discover one’s true calling.
Martin delves deeply into the concept of discovering one’s true purpose and living a fulfilling life by following the teachings of Christianity in his latest book. Martin was born into a family where perfection was the only currency of acceptance. From a young age, he felt the weight of expectations crushing him, struggling to find his place in the world. As an adult, he carried this burden, feeling like a failure and an outcast among his peers. It wasn’t until attending a leadership-development week at The Center for Creative Leadership that Martin had a revelation: he was an innovator in a world that valued compliance above all else. This realization ignited a fire within him, driving him to help individuals break free from societal pressures and embrace their unique identities. He argues that people often find themselves performing for a crowd, seeking validation from society and religion. In the process, they lose sight of God’s perfect plan for their lives and settle for lukewarm Christianity. Emphasizing the profound impact of Christ and his teachings on the human condition, he implores readers to uncover their unique purpose and embrace the extraordinary life that God has meticulously designed for them. He cautions that those who seamlessly blend in with society and are hailed as successful often struggle to understand if they have truly been living according to Christ’s design. This is particularly evident within the confines of their church or career, where their actions and words garner recognition and they fill necessary roles. A journey towards understanding and living a fulfilled life with God, the book is divided into five parts, each guiding readers to place Christ at the center of their lives. Part One emphasizes walking with Him on this biblical adventure. Part Two encourages letting go of performing for others and surrendering control to God. Part Three lays the foundation for growth through understanding salvation, seeing themselves as God does, and studying faith and prayer. In Part Four, readers are encouraged to shed the constraints of being “Carnal Christians” and fully embrace their spiritual life. Part Five brings everything together to help them live out their unique purpose in Christ. The book heavily relies on “Christ’s will” as its main topic, along with personal stories, references, sources, cultural beliefs, and Christian teachings. It also offers insightful perspectives on how to navigate the obstacles and uncertainties of contemporary life from a Christian perspective. Those who appreciate a scholarly approach will find comfort in the book’s unwavering certainty in addressing complex issues. Thoughtful, deep, and persuasive.
Whose Life Are You Living?
Finding and Living Your Unique Purpose in Christ
Curt Martin
Pub date September 26, 2023
ISBN 979-8988332602
Price $22.99 (USD) Paperback, $9.99 Kindle edition
