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Warren, Richard, 1954
The purpose-driven life : what on earth am I here for? / Rick Warren. p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN: 0-310-20571-9
1. Christian life. I. Title.
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This book is dedicated to you.
Before you were born, God planned this moment in
your life. It is no accident that you are holding this
book. God longs for you to discover the life he created
you to live-here on earth, and forever in eternity
It's in Christ that we find out who we are and
what we are living for. Long before we first heard
of Christ, ... he had his eye on us, had designs on us
for glorious living, part of the overall purpose he is
working out in everything and everyone.
Ephesians 1:11 (Msg)
I am grateful to the hundreds of writers
and teachers, both classical and
contemporary, who have shaped my life and
helped me learn these truths. I thank God
and you for the privilege of sharing them
with you.
CONTENTS
A Journey with Purpose
My Covenant
