The Three Success Secrets of Shamgar

by Pat Williams, Jay Strack, Jim Denney

This motivational gift book shows with biblical wisdom that life isn't what you have, but what you make of the opportunity at hand.
Shamgar was an Old Testament judge, responsible for maintaining law and order in the land of Israel. Few people have heard of him, but he was a brawny, heroic, steel-muscled character who saved Israel by striking down six hundred Philistines with the only thing he had at hand: an ox goad. Within his story lies three simple yet powerful success secrets: start where you are use what you have do what you can The story of Shamgar, telling about the Biblical times in which he lived in order to create an accurate picture of Godly success. The book is filled with practical, motivational applications for each demonstrated success principle, along with inspiring contemporary success stories of people who overcame obstacles and accomplished great things. This book is a simple yet powerful allegory that will create individual success and achievement, working in partnership with God.

Genres: Leadership

222 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2004

About the author

Patrick Livingston Murphy Williams was an American sports executive, who served as senior vice president of the Orlando Magic. Williams began his career as a minor league baseball player, and later joined the front office of his team. In the late 1960s he moved into basketball, with his biggest achievements being the 1983 title of the Philadelphia 76'ers and being a partner in the creation of the Orlando Magic.

Reviews

[Skylar · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was good for what it was. It was not theology or anything but was about discipline from a scriptural basis. It was similar to what I could see myself writing but using more anecdotal evidence than I would. They did bring in philosophical and psychological elements though, although that was in the minority. It is the perfect book to give to many people beginning to think about these topics since it also has an overarching story. (Although it could use a lot more detail I think)

[Jim Serger · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book written about a man who was only in the Bible for 2 verses. The book is about the effect one man can have over many--the story is of how at any given moment anyone can rise above the norm and can achieve greatness.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent, EXCELLENT book! It's very powerful, personable, and motivational. It helps us understand that we have something CRUCIALLY important to do in our lives and that we can actually do it! :D