Fearless: Imagine Your Life Without Fear

by Max Lucado

Each sunrise seems to bring fresh reasons for fear.


They're talking layoffs at work, slowdowns in the economy, flare-ups in the Middle East, turnovers at headquarters, downturns in the housing market, upswings in global warming. The plague of our day, terrorism, begins with the word terror. Fear, it seems, has taken up a hundred-year lease on the building next door and set up shop. Oversized and rude, fear herds us into a prison of unlocked doors. Wouldn't it be great to walk out?


Imagine your life, wholly untouched by angst. What if faith, not fear, was your default reaction to threats? If you could hover a fear magnet over your heart and extract every last shaving of dread, insecurity, or doubt, what would remain? Envision a day, just one day, where you could trust more and fear less.


Can you imagine your life without fear?

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Christianity, Faith, Christian Living, Self Help, Religion

221 pages, Paperback

First published February 29, 2000

About the author

With more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.

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Reviews

[Fylvia Kline]

Fearless arrived in the mail at 2 pm today. Four hours, several snacks and a few pillow fluffings later, I’ve come to the last page. And I feel affirmed of my normalcy, of my humaness. I also feel encouraged about tomorrow and what it could bring. The book has challenged me to take fear on with the power of God’s presence

If you are a Christian feeling the brunt of life–death, recession, disappointment, whatever–and are afraid, this is a must-read, an investment to a better future. Of course, it doesn’t magically take the bad stuff away or blind you to harsh realities. But it does help change your attitude and perspective.The overall theme of the book is that in order to live in contentment and peace–in spite of the fearful situations in life–you need to believe that God is in control and you need to let God be in control.

Fears are real and creep into all our lives.”Yet left unchecked, they metastasize into obsessions” (p.80). This does not mean that you should not be proactive or make calculated decisions. Lacado points out that there is a fine line between prudence and paranoia–Use judgment and common sense in practical and spiritual choices, but don’t get drowned while contemplating on all the things that could go wrong.

With his usual mastery of storytelling, Lucado weaves lives of people into practical lessons of coping with fear. His honest exposition of the topic includes an examination of his own fears. I found the book very relevant it connects the subject with present time–people gripped in difficult economic situations. The book makes the exorcism of fear a personal journey and places a caring Savior right in the middle of all of our worries.

My favorite part of the book was early on in the book –Lucado describes Jesus sleeping on the boat during a storm and the disciples interpreting his sound sleep as a Master who did not care. From this, the author draws two points crucial to surviving fear: 1) Fear can unravel our belief in God’s goodness; 2) Being a Christian does not exclude tough, scary times. Throughout the book, he comes back to these two points in different ways. The bottom line is you can curl up and give up or you can live unafraid, knowing that “if it hasn’t gotten better, it’s not the end.”

In Lucado’s eloquent words: ” Getting on board with Christ can mean getting soaked with Christ.”

(Note: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255)

[Seth · Rating 1 out of 5]

I had never read a Max Lucado book before Fearless. Not that I was unfamiliar with his name; it’s hard to recall a Christian home I entered during childhood that didn’t have at least one of his books on a shelf. So I had high expectations for the quality of spiritual depth and practical insight I hoped to encounter while reading this one. Unfortunately, I came away disappointed.

I suppose the book succeeds at its goal—to discuss humanity’s relationship with fear in all aspects of our lives and in a myriad manifestations, and to explain and exhort the power of the Gospel to understand, dispel and defeat it. But the presentation was simply not my cup of tea. It read like Chicken Soup for the Christian Soul, with the obligatory inspirational stories and pithy quotes—but marinaded in Bible verses. While theological, Fearless felt like a surface level self-help tome rather than a meaty and intellectually challenging work of profundity. Also, the brazen commercialization of assorted and related products advertised in the back of the book—which, admittedly, likely have more to do with the publisher than the author—left a sour taste in my mouth and served to remind me why I avoid Christian bookstores at all cost.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fear.

Everyone knows that name.

You can see it on the face of a startled infant; you can see it in the eyes of a dying man. Fear is one of the inescapable consequences of being human.

Or is it?

Is it possible to live without fear?

Max Lucado says we can fight fear, and learn to live without its life-draining presence, as we learn to trust in Christ.

His newest book, Fearless, examines fear and how we can combat it. Starting with the nature of fear, he deals chapter by chapter with a wide variety of fears we commonly face, including significance, parenting, violence, and our relationship with God. In his trademark style of wisdom, compassion, & hope, Maxwell points us beyond our fears to Christ:

"It's not the absence of storms that sets us apart. It's whom we discover in the storm: an unstirred Christ... Whether or not storms come, we cannot choose. But where we stare during a storm, that we can. ... Do whatever it takes to keep your gaze on Jesus..."

In the back of the book is an excellent study guide that digs deeper into each chapter. Each chapter of the guide has space for journaling "examining fear" (reflecting on key ideas from the chapter), "exposing fear" (reflecting on key Bible verses), and "battling fear" (practical steps of faith).

All of us have to face fear. Lucado reminds us that we do not have to face it alone. A good book to read and share.

[Emily Wiebold · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not have picked this book up at a better time. This was absolutely wonderful and will be a great resource to come back to. My favorite quote of the book “Courage is fear that has said its prayers.”

[Katie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I feel like this book is probably great for people who have a few, vague fears from time to time. But if you're looking for something to help you overcome deep-seeded fears and trust problems, you are definitely in the wrong place.

Basically, Fearless addressed approximately ten different fears you might have in a very shallow way. Using text from the Bible of Jesus telling people (usually the disciples) not to be afraid, Max Lucado elaborated on why being afraid is unbiblical, usually through anecdotes. But he rarely addressed HOW to be unafraid. If all you need to know to quench your fears is that God's got your back, this book gives you plenty of positive feedback. But if you've already read the Bible, understand how God looks after you, and STILL have trouble with fear, this shallow look at the Bible is going to seem just that, shallow. If you feel anxious about money from time to time, this book is going to help you understand how to deal with that. If you've been jobless for three years and are very quickly facing homelessness, this book probably isn't going to have anything to say that you haven't already told yourself a million times before.

My suggestion: Instead of reading this book read the Bible and go to Sunday School class. You'll probably get more out of it.

[Jodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was such a great read. So many great points and spiritual truths were relayed in a conversational manner.

[Chris Hyde · Rating 5 out of 5]

For many years, I read each of Max Lucado’s books as they came out. After all, Max Lucado is one of the most widely-read Christian authors of our time. I loved his books. But after a while, I have to be honest, I got bored of his books. They just seemed like they were “same old, same old”. So I went for a long time without reading his newer releases. But then came the opportunity to read an advance copy of his latest book, “Fearless”. I thought, “OK…I’ll try one of his books again.”

“We are peppered with bad news. Global warming, asteroid attack, SARS, genocide, wars, earthquakes, tsunamis, AIDS…does it ever stop? The bad news is taking its toll. We are the most worried culture that has ever lived. For the first time since the end of the Second World War, parents expect that life for the next generation will be worse than it was for them.” (page 177)

“Fearless” has got to be the best book Lucado has written in years! While I am not a person who deals with fears, I read this book with great interest because I have several people in my life who do wrestle with fears. Chapter by chapter, Lucado addresses specific fears that people may face: Fear of Disappointing God, Fear of Not Protecting Your Kids, Fear of Violence, Fear of Death, Fear of What’s Next, Fear That God is Not Real, and many others. In each chapter, Lucado provides stories, Biblical Scriptures, and an explanation of how we can conquer that specific fear. As I read the book, I found myself getting more and more excited about how this book could make a difference in the lives of people who are hindered by their fears.

“Fearless” is being released TODAY! If you are a fan of Max Lucado or are someone who recognizes that fear affects your life, I highly recommend this book!

[Sidney W. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I went to the Writers' League of Texas Agents Conference last month. At one of the sessions I heard about how bloggers can get free books from publishers in return for reviews. One publisher mentioned in particular was Thomas Nelson. I knew this company published Christian books so I contacted them and was approved to do reviews.

When asked, I specified Christian Fiction because that would fit best with The Christian Bookmobile. However, when I checked in to request a book, the only one available to me was Fearless by Max Lucado, a non-fiction book.

While waiting for the book to be delivered, I read the sample chapters provided online (Chapters 1 and 9) and, based on what I read, found a solution to a problem I was experiencing in my life. I didn't think until later that perhaps this was another example of how God helps us in mysterious ways.

I have much to be thankful for in my life, but two recent negative incidents, both out of my control, completely overshadowed the positives. As I read Fearless, I realized I was feeling fear. Lucado writes, "...fear is unwilling to share the heart with happiness. Happiness complies and leaves." Aha, that was what was happening to me.

Continuing to read, I found the solution. "What if faith, not fear was your default reaction to threats?" Then, I understood. At that moment, my fear and feelings of being out of control went away.

[Stefanie Sugia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing! I was in the progress of writing my full review for it but stopped half-way and left it sitting in my draft unfinished. Will definitely post my complete thought about this book when I get the chance to finish it. But I hope my 5-star rating is enough to encourage you to read this inspiring book! :D

[Kim Hampton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Max Lucado uses Bible verses and stories to show us that as long as we fear God, we don't need to fear anything else.

[Marjolein · Rating 5 out of 5]

'De reden waarom wij niet bang behoren te zijn, is niet omdat oorlogen niet angstwekkend zijn. Het tegenovergestelde is waar. Maar wij mogen vrij zijn van angst omdat boven alle chaos een goddelijk plan regeert."

Als Christus groot is, zijn onze angsten dat niet. Als ons ontzag voor Jezus groeit, nemen de angsten in ons leven af. Een groot God vertaalt zich in heldenmoed.

Dit boek was precies wat ik nodig had.

[Andy Febrico Bintoro · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a quick read and no study guide. More like simple devotions about fear and how to overcome it, especially in crisis time.

[Josh Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

As always, Lucado delivers with short, pithy chapters that give an abundance of illustrations conveying Scriptural truths. This encouraged me personally.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked how he specifically went through various fears and various things we put our trust in instead of Christ, then redirected those back to trusting Christ.

[Bex Montgomery · Rating 2 out of 5]

About Fearless:
Seeking to calm a world increasingly plagued by fear and anxiety, Max Lucado tackles the subject of fear with this inspirational title, identifying common fears of the day, and offering spiritual advice for overcoming our fears.

The Review:
As someone who has suffered from anxiety and fear most of my life, I often seek out books on the subject. This was one that I had acquired years ago for review, and had slipped through the cracks. I’m not a religious person, though there was a time in my life that I was, and I still have a great respect for the wisdom that can come from many of the world’s religions. So knowing that this title came from a Christian publisher did not give me too much pause. I figured I would still find some tips in it that I would find beneficial.

I was greatly disappointed. It was set up like this: Each chapter highlighted a common fear. Lucado then illustrated the fear with stories either from his own life or from the lives of others, went on to tie it to a bible story, and then to the scriptures that had Christ saying in one form or another “Don’t Fear” “God will Provide.”

Next Chapter? Repeat. Ad Nauseum.

At one point on his “Don’t Worry Be Happy” campaign he pulls out this gem...

Like a good shepherd, he will not let us go unclothed or unfed. “I have never seen the godly abandoned or their children begging for bread” (Ps. 37:25 nlt).

…And I wanted to slam the book against a wall and scream at the man living in his high house on a hill, because I HAVE. And this is no longer a book about overcoming fear, it is about deluding yourself into giving all your fears away to someone else so you don’t have to deal with them. It’s the worst kind of avoidance.

It’s not that I don’t appreciate the concept of Faith and admire Christians for practicing it. It’s just that I admire the adage that “Faith without works is dead” more. And Lucado’s book is sorely lacking in the works department.

He does not provide any strategies or methods for actually DEALING with fear or anxiety other than turning to Jesus. Not only is this not an attractive option for everyone, it’s not a real answer. It’s not doing the work to enact any real change.

Another gem of a quote from the book was this one:

“Everything will work out in the end, if it’s not working out, it’s not the end”

Helpful right? What does that even mean?

The Wrap Up
Bottom line. If you are deeply Christian, and a fan of Lucado’s vast body of work you may find comfort in his brand of scriptural junk food for the soul, but he excludes anyone else as an audience. And don’t expect to find any real advice. This is not a self-help book and it’s certainly doesn't come close to even pop psychology.

If you are battling clinical anxiety, phobias or dealing with irrational fears, don’t look to this book for help.

Here’s what I’d recommend instead:

The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Edmund J. Bourne
Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers

And for the spiritually minded, a more practical approach:

Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm by Thích Nhất Hạnh

My Rating:


Cover Story: B-
Basically, I blame the cover for my confidence in the book in the first place. I wanted that happy-go-lucky childhood summer free from fears, and I hoped this book would show me how.

Review Copy Courtesy of Thomas Nelson/BookLook Bloggers

This review originally appeared at Aurelia {Lit}

[Bryon · Rating 4 out of 5]

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"We fear being sued, finishing last, going broke; we fear the mole on the back, the new kid on the block, the sound of the clock as it ticks us closer to the grave," writes Max Lucado in his latest book "Fearless."

Whether rational or irrational, we live in a world and a time in history that startles and alarms us. Author and pastor Max Lucado writes to remind us that this is neither necessary nor productive, but he doesn't chide or ridicule the reader.

You may think you're fearless. But, no doubt, Lucado will name some of your personal fears in his book. Fear of one thing or another creeps into every conversation we have. Fear is easy to talk about, but confusing to overcome.

Lucado points out that Jesus took human fear seriously and made it a priority to teach his disciples about fear. Christ's language throughout the Gospels is seasoned with phrases like "don't be afraid" and "take courage."

He often told followers, "I tell you not to worry," "Do not fear," and "Don't let your hearts be troubled."

Lucado points out that Jesus even told the crippled man brought to him by friends, "Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven."

At first glance, this "encouragement" is confusing. The problem wasn't sin, it was paralysis. The problem was that the man couldn't meet his own needs because he lived on a mat.

"Before Jesus healed the body (which he did), he treated the soul," writes Lucado. "To sin is to disregard God, ignore his teachings, deny his blessings," Lucado continues. "The sinner's life is me-focused, not God-focused."

Lucado has chapters discussing your fear of insignificance, your fear of not pleasing God, your fear of running out of what you need, your fear of not protecting your kids, your fear of violence, your fear of death, your fear of global calamity and your fear of finding out that God may not be there.

Overcoming fear takes a healthy dose of perspective. Lucado helps us see life from a different vantage point. Lucado emphasizes that we must walk through our fears with Christ. We can't take control of them in our own strength or with our own wisdom. Without a biblical view of our fear, we won't understand it and we won't apply a beneficial solution.

Rehearsing our fear causes us to forget to rely on Jesus. We strive to provide for our own needs and security rather than trust God. The fortune we amass in this life is like Monopoly money, Lucado says. It's fake in God's economy. Fear causes us to invest in things that matter little.

"Feed your fears, and your faith will starve," he writes. "Feed your faith, and your fears will."

Lucado has fun with the disclaimers tagged onto the end of prescription drug advertisements on television.

He lays out this satirical scenario of a lawyer reading the fine print to the inhabitant of a pregnant mother's belly: "Welcome to the post-umbilical cord world. Be advised, however, that human life has been known, in most cases, to result in death. Some individuals have reported experiences with lethal viruses, chemical agents and/or bloodthirsty terrorists. Birth can also result in fatal encounters with tsunamis, inebriated pilots, road rage, famine, nuclear disasters and/or PMS. Side effects of living include super viruses, heart disease and final exams. Human life is not recommended for anyone who cannot share a planet with evil despots or survive a flight on airplane food."

"But it is in storms that [God] does his finest work, for it is in storms that he has our keenest attention," Lucado adds.

Lucado says, "Everything will work out in the end. If it's not working out, it's not the end."

"Fearless" comes with an excellent discussion guide to help readers work through issues privately or with others.

We can all use some help working through our fears, and Lucado has given us an excellent tool to do so.

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[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have enjoyed many Max Lucado books, but I have to admit I am not a Max Lucado die-hard fan. For me many of his books began to run together and sound the same. I say that to tell you how much I loved Fearless by Max Lucado. I could not put the book down. Fear is something I struggle with, you name it I am sure I had some fear over it.

God makes it clear that if we as Christians are going to live a life of faith, we need to trust and step out into the unknown. Unfortunately to do that you need to turn over your fears and allow God to work through you. Satan likes to prey on our fears while making things seem impossible, even to God. In this well written, powerful book Max tackles fears all of us struggle with. Several of the topics covered are:

Fear of not mattering.
Fear of disappointing God.
Fear of not protecting my kids.
Fear of violence.
Fear of death.
Fear that God may not be real.
Fear of coming out of my box.

One of my favorite quotes in the book is when Max is retelling the story of the disciples out in a boat in rocky seas. Through this bible story we are reminded God is always with us, but it is not always easy sailing. "Getting on board with Christ can mean getting soaked with Christ. Disciples can expect rough seas and stout winds." Life may toss you around, but in the end you don't go under. What a powerful image of the Christian walk!

Powerful stories and parables woven through out this book made the powerful God lessons dance off the page. This book is a book that offers encouragement, healing, and strength in dealing with the cancer of fear. If you are living your Christian walk out of your comfort zone, this is the perfect book to have on your bookshelf to read yearly.

[Win Itmama · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Imagine your life, wholly untouched by angst. What if faith, not fear, was your default reaction to threats? If you could hover a fear magnet over your heart and extract every last shaving of dread, insecurity, or doubt, what would remain? Envision a day, just one day, where you could trust more and fear less.”

I’ve never read a Christian book, better yet ANY religious book, besides the Bible. So when I read the words “Religion/Christian Life” as the category for Fearless by Max Lucado… I must admit I was a bit hesitant. But why? What was I afraid of? Something about the words “Imagine Your Life Without Fear” and the photo of a boy leaping into a body of water, started hitting my curiosity button. I had no clue what I was in for – but I can say I felt really open to exploring. After reading Fearless I have a better outlook on what fear is, what it leads to and how to replace fear with faith. Everyday, we hold back in life because of fear. Fearing our children may get hurt playing outside or cancelling a flight in fear of crashing. Max Lucado explains how our everyday fears can lead to the worse if we allow them to eat us up. I’d highly recommend this book to everyone. It’s like splashing cold water on your face, truly a wakeup.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Faith over fear. "Fearless," by Max Lucado, offers practical solutions and Scripture to life's challenges. What is fear? It is really a lack of the ability to control the outcome to a situation. This wonderful book looks at our fears over children, money, the unknown, life, and death. He lists Scripture with each situation to help underscore the fact that God is with us ALL the time. We aren't alone and God's peace can alleviate our fear. Is it really that easy? -with practice leaning on the everlasting arms it can be. Can anyone live a fearless life? Yes! With stories, some humorous, and Biblical suggestions Max Lucado lays out a roadmap to follow.

I really enjoyed this book. It helped me look practically at the fears that surround me and offered help and hope that they can be overcome. Had I already heard the message? Did I know the Scriptures? Yes. But sometimes we need a reminder to get us back on track. God ALWAYS sends messages our way to help us live our lives fully and without fear. But, we let things get in the way of His comfort and guidance. I enjoyed Mr. Lucado's use of humor to bring home his points. I loved the Scriptures he used, and found great comfort in them. This is definitely a book to keep on your shelf as a constant reminder and tool to help you lead a "Fearless" life.

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this book by Max Lucado. It was right up there with my other favorite of his, "Facing Your Giants."

This book, as you can guess by the title, is all about conquering fear. When I first picked it up, I thought it would be more of a generic, overall look at fear. Kind of like looking at everything overall and just evaluating fear itself and ways to overcome it. Instead, what I found was a very in-depth look at all the different kinds of fear, and doubt, that Christians face in today's society. There was everything from financial and world related fears such as war and violence to the very basic fears of bad health and disappointing God.

Instead of a "how to conquer your fears" manual, this book pointed you to THE ONE whom we should always rely on. In true Max style, he reminds us that God is bigger than any fears and doubts we have. In reading this book, suddenly you are reminded just how puny your fears are and just how unlimited God is. And equally comforting came the emphasis that God was plenty capable of not only dealing with our fears about, well, everything and anything, but that He has the power to help us overcome them.

This book was such an encouragement to read. It was a great reminder that, in Christ, we can overcome anything. Even our fears.

I fully plan on putting it on my book wish list.

[Janet · Rating 5 out of 5]

"I recommend Fearless to anyone who is tired of doom and gloom and ready to step out of fear once and for all."

- Dave Ramsey, The Dave Ramsey Show


Imagine Your Life Without Fear


How would you like to live your life fearless? We live in a day and time where we are scared to turn the corner because we just don't know where it may take us. You turn on the television, pick up the paper or answer you phone and all you see, hear or read about something that can cause fear to your life.

Max has written a book that outlines how to live life without fear. Great Bible principles outlines his wonderful illustrations of stories makes this an easy read for most, however it will also challenge hardcore Bible student.

Max always using Jesus as the main attraction in his writing makes you ponder about the awesome person He is. I believe a non-believer could read this book and it would have him seeking more about Jesus.

The discussion guide, at the end of the book uses scriptures to help people to conquer fear. This book will have you reading it again and again. This book is one that you will want to share with people that you come in contact with.

Remember, Jesus has never left us and He will be coming back for us soon.

[Britni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fearless is about how to deal with and replace all sorts of fears with faith. The book is being released today so it's written in an extremely scary time for many people. From the fear of not being liked, to fear of financial failure, to fear of being eaten by a shark, Lucado covers them all. And gives suggestions for ways to overcome these fears by trusting in God and doing all we can do and realizing He is the only one who can really control everything.

I really enjoyed this book. There is something for everyone in it regardless of what religion you follow or don't. Max Lucado's writing is filled with humor and everyday experiences from people he's met through his life, and this really helped his points hit home for me. Especially the chapter on not being liked and why does it really matter what other people think when God's the one who created you and he doesn't make mistakes. Again, if you've never read You Are Special, it's one of the best children's books out there. And this is another great book from Lucado, I'm glad I was given the chance to read it and hope that other people pick it up as soon as it hits the shelves today. Because you really don't have to fear anything but God. 5 stars.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book provides an answer for the worries of daily life, and Max Lucado writes with a distinctive voice: funny in some places, serious in others, and comforting throughout. I laughed out loud in a few places, and I was delighted as his ability to take an austere topic, specifically a Bible passage, and relay it with both respect and hilarity.

My only complaint is that although the book addresses aspects of secular life that may cause fear, such as deaths, alcohol addictions, financial struggles, wars, illnesses, and unemployment, he fails to address fears that come from faith life. In fact, he tends to write the issue off entirely, saying that if you aren't sure that you have accepted God, then you haven't. I disagree, as I think that it's much more complicated than that. However, in pretty much all aspects of life except this one, this book can be (and is) a great source of comfort.

It takes only a few minutes to read this book, and Lucado draws on his own family history, on a Biblical parable, and on several verses of comfort from the Old and New Testaments. Well worth the read.

[Vanda Denton]

From constant worrying to losing a child and into an acrobatic flight with training for use of an ejector seat, Max Lucado writes with a deep comprehension of all fears humans face. He has an excellent grasp of psychology, uses vivid analogies and just the right level of humour. This is only the third book I have given a five star rating. It’s what I save my five stars for. Ican’t recommend this bookhighly enough. Readit. Enjoy it. And learn. My next Max Lucado bookis ready and waiting.

[Rebekah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think of Max Lucado more in the realm of short inspirational blurbs, I wasn't sure how a full length book by him would read. Turns out: mostly as a collection of short inspirational blurbs.

That being said! I'm glad I read it. Even though it was stuffed full of goofy poems about stilts, pastor stories, examples from history you already know - the other thing it was overflowing with was scripture. Max Lucado is a very cheesy writer. But the thing he excels at is humanizing biblical figures. He is uniquely gifted at helping me see well known verses or stories from the bible in a new light. He leads with scripture, he backs all of his points with scripture. This was not a list of exercises to reduce the amount of anxiety or fear in your life. It was a slow redirecting of your attentions back to God and the truth of His sovereignty. The "Truth" from Fearless wasn't new information. But for whatever reason, how it was presented moved it over from intellectual knowledge to practical realization in my brain.

I've passed it on. I don't think its a book I need to own. However, I am very happy that I finally read it.

[Justin Nichols · Rating 4 out of 5]

It had been a while since I cracked a Lucado book. Glad I did, and reminded me why I used to read his stuff so often a decade or more ago. 'Fearless' was a good read-- encouraging, insightful, poetic, and helpful. God's been teaching me a lot about fearlessness, boldness, and how to maintain a mindset of victorious courage in the face of failures, sicknesses, deaths, hopelessness, and apathy. He's taking me back to when I walked completely in God confidence ("God-fidence"? lol).

I recommend this book. It's a bit cutesy or quaint in parts, but mostly full of clever language and wise counsel.

[Krystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you suffer from anxiety or going through a rough time, or can't make a decision on something because of fear of making the wrong choice(as I was) this is a pretty good book to read.
Max Lucado helps us understand how God is working for us, how to learn to trust Him, and give Him our fears and worries, how to ask Him to help us.

I found the book to be helpful to me and my situation, i've also shared and quoted from this book when friends and family needed some encouragement in their own storms.

Very insightful, well written and great story telling. Sticks with what is in scripture, study guide at the back of the book.

[Brett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Living in a broken world with imperfect people its no wonder people are filled with such anxiety and fear. Fear robs us of our wonder of creation and the joy of exploring it. Fear keeps us from truly living. In "Fearless" Max Lucado tackles 14 different topics that we fear. While some of these topics ex: "Fear of violence" , "Fear of Coming Winter", "Fear of Worst Case Scenario" could be combined into one category; Max Lucado does explore fears that are not only common but perhaps are prevalent. I enjoy the practical style in which Lucado writes, his information and help is very welcoming and useful. Definitely a good and easy read. While Fearless isn't theologically deep, it is very needed and completely relevant.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

In a typical Lucado fashion, pressing out one book a year, this is very similar in style to his other writings - but with another topic. Each chapter is kind of a neatly wrapped sermon on one aspect of fear or fearlessness. Max Lucado makes for a pretty fast read as it is very accessible, but also a very inspirational read as he talks from experience, biblical knowledge, and other sources and stories. I like it, but it is also a book that ends up with you have it so many nuggets on board after, so you kind of wished there was more of a cross-chapter wholeness to it. Basically, you cannot go really wrong when going for an uplifting and inspiring book.

[S · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent book for anyone who is a worrier. Lucado addresses many of the most common fears worriers struggle with including fear of being invisible, parenting fears, worst-case scenarios, fear of death, fear of global calamity, fear from doubting God/Christianity, etc. This is my third Max Lucado book and I have decided that I should probably read a chapter from a Max Lucado book every day much like a devotional. The author's every-day application of Christian principles and biblical standards is so helpful. I find that I am calmer, more discerning, more grounded and just plain happier when I receive a regular dose of Lucado.