| Synopsis While millions of people in the U.S. are actively involved in some sort
of religious organization, many people feel disengaged from their faith
communities. More than half report that they really don't get the
opportunity in their congregation to do what they do best. The problem
is this: too many people's talents are going unappreciated. But it
doesn't have to be this way. Living Your Strengths shows
readers how to use their innate gifts to enrich their faith
communities. The book shows people how to identify and affirm their
talents, and how to use them for growth and service. Most importantly, Living Your Strengths
helps people discover their true callings. The book includes an ID code
that gives readers access to StrengthsFinder.com, a personality
assessment that reveals the user's top five talents.
Editorial Reviews
From Publishers Weekly
This is the religious spinoff of Clifton's first coauthored bestseller, Now, Discover Your Strengths,
which was aimed more squarely at the business world. The principles in
both books are the same: individuals will be happier and more
successful if they build on their strengths, rather than focusing on
overcoming their weaknesses. The authors call for a "strengths
revolution" in churches that will allow more congregants to feel they
contribute by doing what they do best. If congregational leaders can
identify members' strengths and assign tasks in harmony with those
traits, they will enjoy a greater sense of connection to and
satisfaction with their religious communities—something the authors
suggest is in short supply. It is a simple message fleshed out by an
inventory of 34 possible "signature themes." Readers can determine
their own top five signature themes by using an ID code (unique to each
book copy) to take an online personality test developed by the Gallup
Organization. The authors' "theology of strengths" refers to Paul's
sermon on "the body of Christ" (1 Corinthians) and Christ's parable of
the talents, among other biblical passages. This is an action-oriented
book, and taking the test will give readers a personal hook. It should
appeal to religious book groups as well as individuals and church
leaders.
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Product Details Hardcover: 264 pages
Carton Size: 20 books
Publisher: Gallup Press, Second Edition (October 10, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1595620028
ISBN-13: 978-1595620026
Product Dimensions: 9.22 x 6.24 x 1.02 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.23 pounds |
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