As Christians we all know of Adam and Eve’s fall into sin, and how it affected all of mankind.
We also know of Jesus Christ, His life sacrificed and the salvation it provided all mankind.
Before Christ became our personal Savior we lived a life full of sin. Selfishness, pride, greed, lying, etc.
Following our acceptance of the gift of salvation through Christ, we are made new in Him. Our lives have new meaning, a new focus and we know ultimately where we’re headed ~ heaven!
Yet, along the way Satan, who started first with Adam and Eve, now is after each of us. Some of his favorite darts to throw at us are our past mistakes. If we’re not careful in keeping our eyes on Christ and our hearts grounded in His word we will stumble.
As born again Christians, we’ve been forgiven all our past sins have been washed clean, but Satan is the great deceiver and will still try to use them against us.
Does this sound familiar? Is this what your life is like?
In Dr. Dean Hackett’s book, “Discovering True Identity: A Believer’s Position In Christ (Freedom Series)“ he delves into several topics such as; life as a Christian, how sin began, why Christ came, the freedom we have in Christ, and how we can live in this freedom!
Three things that really spoke to my heart were…..
1. The salvation message is presented within the pages.
2. Jesus’ sufferings are compared to things we often face on earth.
(As Christians we “know” that Jesus was tempted as we are, but I loved how it was presented for us to identify with through our common life situations and it covers the healing Jesus’ sufferings provides for each difficulty discussed.)
3. The passion for discipleship and ministry.
These two truly go hand in hand. We must teach and train before we can go forth and minister.
About the Author
F. Dean Hackett has served in full time Christian ministry since October 1971. He has
ministered throughout the United States, Canada, Western Europe and Eastern Europe,
serving as pastor, conference speaker, and evangelist.
He has planted four new churches, assisted in the planting of more than 15 others and
currently serves as Lead Pastor of Living Faith Church in Hermiston, Oregon.
He has served as a marriage and family counselor and an abuse counselor since 1983.
His enthusiastic and challenging ministry has made him a popular teacher and
conference speaker. He has written seven books and is presently writing number eight.
You may listen learn more about Dr. Hackett’s ministry, including pod casts and listen
live web casts at the web site, and on YouTube.
I’m very blessed to be part of the launch team for Dr. Hackett’s new book, please take time to enter below to win a copy of it! There will be 2 copies given away. One will be an eBook, and the other will be a paperback. The giveaway will start today, and the winner will be chosen on September 3rd.
Should you not win, be sure to swing by Amazon and purchase this book during the week following the giveaway (September 3rd-9th) as it will be 40% off!
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Mel Caldicott
September 1, 2013 at 2:48 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
This looks like a great book. Will definitely add it to my to-read list.
Thanks for linking up at Essential Fridays.
Blessings
Mel from Essential Thing Devotions.
simplyhelpinghim
September 2, 2013 at 7:38 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
It is a good book, and an easy read 😉 Blessings Mel!
Katelyn
August 30, 2013 at 1:40 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
This book is so needed! With the culture we live in, it is so hard for me to find my identity in things that are not of Christ. Even if I know His word, it is so easy to believe the lies of our culture and truly believe God’s promises at the heart level.
simplyhelpinghim
August 30, 2013 at 8:14 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Yes, the lies surrounding us try to beat us down, but we just remain strong in Christ! This book really is full of great reminders for our daily lives! Thanks for stoppin by and chattin! Blessings!
Shannon
August 29, 2013 at 6:55 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Sounds like an interesting book that addresses some important topics. Thanks for sharing about the author. I’d not heard of him previously.
(Visiting from the Thrive @ Home link-up.)
simplyhelpinghim
August 29, 2013 at 8:11 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
It is a good book that covers many basic topics for identifying with Christ. Thank you for stoppin by! Blessings!
Heather
August 27, 2013 at 12:44 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Wonderful recommendation… would love to win a copy of the book… ebook is fine!!
Hugs & Prayers, HL
simplyhelpinghim
August 28, 2013 at 7:04 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Thank you for stoppin by and entering the giveaway! Blessings!
andie
August 20, 2013 at 10:54 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I am always doing my best – it’s critical in these times.
simplyhelpinghim
August 21, 2013 at 3:40 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Yes, that it is! Thank you for stoppin by! Blessings!
Scott
August 20, 2013 at 9:22 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
As someone who writes about identity a lot, I’m always interested in someone else’s perspective. Thanks for the book recommendation.
simplyhelpinghim
August 21, 2013 at 3:39 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
You’re very welcome!
Esther Irish
August 19, 2013 at 9:54 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Absolutely! 🙂 Thanks so much for the giveaway!
simplyhelpinghim
August 20, 2013 at 6:13 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
You’re very welcome! Thanks for stoppin by! Blessings!
Pamela
August 19, 2013 at 8:15 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
This sounds like a good book.. Love that the plan of salvation is so evident. The author’s life experiences give him credentials for making the book authentic.
simplyhelpinghim
August 20, 2013 at 6:13 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
Yes, the salvation plan is very evident, and I love that for it’s what we’re supposed to be sharing! Thanks for stoppin by! Blessings!
Caroline
August 19, 2013 at 6:51 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
This book sounds wonderful 🙂
simplyhelpinghim
August 20, 2013 at 6:12 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
It really is a great book! 🙂 Thanks for stoppin by! Blessings!
Kendra @ AProverbs 31 Wife
August 19, 2013 at 1:54 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
This sounds like a great book! I do identify myself in Christ; as a plain Christian, people will look at me and ask my religion. My answer is that I am a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ and am saved by his grace. If they want to know what church I go to, they have to ask 🙂
simplyhelpinghim
August 20, 2013 at 6:12 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
I love that! I too say I’m a Christian, not attached to a particular “religion”! Thanks for stoppin by Kendra! 🙂 Blessings!
Barbara
August 19, 2013 at 8:20 am (UTC -4) Link to this comment
what a key this is….
simplyhelpinghim
August 19, 2013 at 12:50 pm (UTC -4) Link to this comment
It truly is! 🙂 Thanks for stoppin by hun!
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