If You Want to Walk on Water, Youve ..., John Ortberg
If You Want to Walk on Water, Youve ..., John Ortberg
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If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat
10 Lessons to Trusting God

Author: John Ortberg

Narrator: Maurice England

Unabridged: 8 hr 13 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 09/21/2010


Synopsis

You're one step away from the adventure of your life. John Ortberg invites you to consider the incredible potential that awaits you outside your comfort zone.Deep within you lies the same faith and longing that sent Peter walking across the wind-swept Sea of Galilee toward Jesus. In what ways is the Lord telling you, as he did Peter, "Come"?Out on the risky waters of faith, Jesus is waiting to meet you in ways that will change you forever, deepening your character and your trust in God. The experience is terrifying. It's thrilling beyond belief. It's everything you'd expect of someone worthy to be called Lord.The choice is yours to know him as only a water-walker can, aligning yourself with God’s purpose for your life in the process. There's just one requirement: If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat.In this Christianity Today Award-winning read, bestselling author John Ortberg pushes you to take the last step that separates you from the adventure of your life. And, as a result, you will learn to:Recognize God's presenceDiscern between faith and foolishnessNot only expect problems, but field them when they comeReorient your thoughts about failure and see it as an opportunity to growWait on the LordAnd, ultimately, connect more deeply with GodFeatures discussion questions at the end of each chapter to enhance your reflection and spiritual growth. Also perfect for small group discussion.

About John Ortberg

John Ortberg is the senior pastor of Menlo Park Presbyterian Church (MPPC) in the San Francisco Bay Area. His bestselling books include Soul Keeping, Who Is This Man?, and If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat. John teaches around the world at conferences and churches, writes articles for Christianity Today and Leadership Journal, and is on the board of the Dallas Willard Center and Fuller Seminary. He has preached sermons on Abraham Lincoln, The LEGO Movie, and The Gospel According to Les Miserables. John and his wife Nancy enjoy spending time with their three adult children, dog Baxter, and surfing the Pacific. You can follow John on twitter @johnortberg or check out the latest news/blogs on his website at www.johnortberg.com.


Reviews

Goodreads review by L.C. on October 15, 2022

This book was published years ago 2001 but still very good and relevant. Written in 10 easy to read chapters filled with nuggets of wisdom that gets the reader to pause, ponder and reflect about their daily walk. Overall, this read is an uplifting and a good reminder to challenge yourself to walk in......more

Goodreads review by Josh on August 05, 2008

This book was very nicely done from start to finish...i love Ortberg's style...seriousness/sarcasm/logic combined with a deeprooted respect for Jesus...it was truly a great read...i wouldn't be surprised if its been used to inspire sermons throughout the country I really appreciate new thoughts and t......more

Goodreads review by Ellend on October 17, 2012

I am new to Goodreads but not to reading well written and inspirational books. I read this one a few years ago and it really challenges you to walk with God amidst all of the challenges in our lives. This is the kind of book that helps you look at yourself and your walk in life with a different pers......more

Goodreads review by Lisa on July 12, 2011

I am not a particularly religious person but I do consider myself very spiritual. This was an excellent book whether you are one or the other. It's all about faith and finding God every day.......more