The Power of an Ordinary Life: Discover the Extraordinary Possibilities Within

by Harvey A. Hook

Harvey Hook touches on the legacy each one of us hopes to leave. Hook explores the concept of redemptive action—how each of us can impact the world around us. He uses true-life stories of people in ordinary life who were plunged into remarkable circumstances and achieved extraordinary things. Using both stories that are current and historical—stories of younger and older people alike—this book will appeal to a wide range of people. From these stories, the author derives insights and truths to help others apply themselves to make a difference in this world.

288 pages, Hardcover

First published August 13, 2007

About the author

Harvey has shared the platform with Dr. Billy Graham, Kim Phuc ("The Girl in the Picture"), Coach Tony Dungy, Chuck Colson, Immaculeè Ilibagiza (Rwandan genocide survivor), Zig Ziglar, Josh McDowell, Coach Jim Tressel, General Norman Schwarzkopf, Dr. Tony Evans, Dr. Benjamin Carson, Tony Campolo, Andrew H. Card, Jr. (Former White House Chief of Staff), and Jim Towey (Former Director of the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives).

His first book, The Power of an Ordinary Life was published by Tyndale Publishers in August 2007. Additionally, he was a contributing author to Parents and Teenagers, Parents and Children, and Moving Beyond Belief.

Harvey has experience in media. In 2000, he hosted GTN-TV's live prime-time, nationally televised, and satellite broadcast "Columbine Remembered" with Dr. Josh McDowell and Darrell Scott, father of slain Columbine High School student, Rachel Joy Scott.

Harvey and his wife, Rita, were married in 1982 and they have two daughters, Rebecca and Rachel.

As a speaker, Harvey's topics range from personal life management, spiritual growth, community engagement, leadership development, and servant leadership.

Reviews

[Lisa]

Saw this on the Columbus Gathering Place website.