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Effortless Change
Effortless Change - it sounds impossible. Yet, that's what the Word reveals about how the kingdom of God works. Most people view change as a difficult, painful, and labor-intensive process. To their way of thinking, it takes a huge amount of effort to change their thoughts, actions, and circumstances. Due to this, change is something they resist.
It's hard to change routines, traditions, and long-standing problems. People get stuck in ruts - ways of thinking and doing things. Therefore, there's just a natural resistance to change.
In this book, Andrew Wommack will share some truths with you from the Word of God that can totally transform the way you understand and approach change. If you receive these truths into your heart and apply them to your life, you'll be able to see change take place in your life effortlessly.
It's hard to change routines, traditions, and long-standing problems. People get stuck in ruts - ways of thinking and doing things. Therefore, there's just a natural resistance to change.
In this book, Andrew Wommack will share some truths with you from the Word of God that can totally transform the way you understand and approach change. If you receive these truths into your heart and apply them to your life, you'll be able to see change take place in your life effortlessly.
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First published December 14, 2010
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Andrew Wommack
394 books421 followersAndrew began his ministry in 1972 and is the President and Founder of Andrew Wommack Ministries and Charis Bible College located in Colorado Springs. For four decades Andrew has been teaching the Word of God. His revelation is taught with clarity and simplicity, emphasizing God’s unconditional love and grace. His daily Gospel Truth radio and television programs are broadcast domestically and internationally.
He founded Charis Bible College in 1994 and has established 70+ extension colleges in major cities of America and around the world. Andrew has produced a library of teaching materials in print, audio, and visual formats.
See his ministry website for more information:http://awmi.net/
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He founded Charis Bible College in 1994 and has established 70+ extension colleges in major cities of America and around the world. Andrew has produced a library of teaching materials in print, audio, and visual formats.
See his ministry website for more information:http://awmi.net/
Join the ministry on their other social media platforms:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWMinistries/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewwommack
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewwommack/
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April 11, 2014
I enjoyed this book to a point and got some good things out of it.
Firstly, I absolutely agree that the Word of God, when taken to heart, is life changing. However, I don't think his method is new, it's very much like Lectio Divina - read, meditate, pray, contemplate.
As I said, I got some good out of the book, specifically two things that stuck in my mind:
One, is that John the Baptist doubted (Matt 11:2-3). I'd not noticed J the B's doubt before. Kind of gives me hope, when a great prophet who was Jesus' cousin, knew him well and was filled with the Holy Spirit from the womb could doubt. I'm not such a terrible unspiritual person then if I'm sometimes plagued with doubts and questions - I have something in common with J the B!
The other thing that helped me was Wommack's observation about the Parable of the Sower where the seed sown in shallow soil produces a plant very quickly, but then almost as quickly withers. I've seen many times in church people come in all trumpets and excitement - everyone seems amazed by their faith and their gifts. But then it's not long and it all goes 'splat'. Real transformational change takes time. We need roots before fruit.
My first criticism is that I think the title 'Effortless Change' is a misnomer as Wommack spends the entire book telling the reader that they need to devote hours upon hours reading, meditating and speaking the Word of God. That isn't really 'effortless'!
He says, "Meditate on the Word day and night. As you do, the Word will cause change to come into your life effortlessly."
Day and night implies effort. Not that I dislike effort, it's just because the book is called 'effortless' and then tells you all the effort you need to put in! :)
The other aspect that I didn't appreciate was the tone of the book. It was rather condescending and he seems to be arguing with people that aren't there. For example, in just one chapter he has numerous arguments with imaginary people saying,"Some folks say...", "Some people read that and say...", "I have sometimes faced criticism from people who say...", "They say that...", and that's just in one short chapter. It gets a bit wearing really. I think it is Wommack's style though, I remember watching part of a 1/2 hour TV show where he was supposed to be talking about financial stewardship, he spent the first 19 minutes going on about all the people who disagree with ministers talking about money, and defending his position as a minister who talks about money. I switched off. It seems to me that he has a problem with getting to the point and trusting people to make their own decision about whether his teaching is right or wrong.
As for his condescending tone, he writes as if he assumes the reader is cynical and he is on a mission to combat cynicism with his extensive experience and spiritual success in life. For example, pg 183, "You need to recognise that I've been walking with the Lord for over forty years". Forty years is great, but why is he arguing with me? I wasn't arguing with him. I totally believe him, after all, a couple of chapters earlier he was going on about how he read the Bible for 16 hours a day during the Vietnam war, I kind of put two and two together that he'd been a Christian for a good few years. pg 18 "Most people read through a Bible story like that and glibly say...", who are these glib 'people'? pg 14 "You may be thinking...", stop worrying about what I am thinking and make your point.
Another example, on pg 105 he writes, "Many people come against the Word, criticising and saying, "The Bible is hard to understand." That's because you're reading it with your mind"
He goes from 'many people' (third person) to 'you're reading it' (second person) in the same point. The style is difficult to read, he puts all these imaginary opinions on the reader that detracts from the message of the book. Plus, how does he know that *I* am reading it with my mind? The tone is judgmental.
So, to sum up, he makes some good points, I agree that the Word of God can be life changing, but I didn't like his writing style. I think that his message would have been a good deal clearer if he wasn't constantly arguing with invisible people throughout the book. :)
Firstly, I absolutely agree that the Word of God, when taken to heart, is life changing. However, I don't think his method is new, it's very much like Lectio Divina - read, meditate, pray, contemplate.
As I said, I got some good out of the book, specifically two things that stuck in my mind:
One, is that John the Baptist doubted (Matt 11:2-3). I'd not noticed J the B's doubt before. Kind of gives me hope, when a great prophet who was Jesus' cousin, knew him well and was filled with the Holy Spirit from the womb could doubt. I'm not such a terrible unspiritual person then if I'm sometimes plagued with doubts and questions - I have something in common with J the B!
The other thing that helped me was Wommack's observation about the Parable of the Sower where the seed sown in shallow soil produces a plant very quickly, but then almost as quickly withers. I've seen many times in church people come in all trumpets and excitement - everyone seems amazed by their faith and their gifts. But then it's not long and it all goes 'splat'. Real transformational change takes time. We need roots before fruit.
My first criticism is that I think the title 'Effortless Change' is a misnomer as Wommack spends the entire book telling the reader that they need to devote hours upon hours reading, meditating and speaking the Word of God. That isn't really 'effortless'!
He says, "Meditate on the Word day and night. As you do, the Word will cause change to come into your life effortlessly."
Day and night implies effort. Not that I dislike effort, it's just because the book is called 'effortless' and then tells you all the effort you need to put in! :)
The other aspect that I didn't appreciate was the tone of the book. It was rather condescending and he seems to be arguing with people that aren't there. For example, in just one chapter he has numerous arguments with imaginary people saying,"Some folks say...", "Some people read that and say...", "I have sometimes faced criticism from people who say...", "They say that...", and that's just in one short chapter. It gets a bit wearing really. I think it is Wommack's style though, I remember watching part of a 1/2 hour TV show where he was supposed to be talking about financial stewardship, he spent the first 19 minutes going on about all the people who disagree with ministers talking about money, and defending his position as a minister who talks about money. I switched off. It seems to me that he has a problem with getting to the point and trusting people to make their own decision about whether his teaching is right or wrong.
As for his condescending tone, he writes as if he assumes the reader is cynical and he is on a mission to combat cynicism with his extensive experience and spiritual success in life. For example, pg 183, "You need to recognise that I've been walking with the Lord for over forty years". Forty years is great, but why is he arguing with me? I wasn't arguing with him. I totally believe him, after all, a couple of chapters earlier he was going on about how he read the Bible for 16 hours a day during the Vietnam war, I kind of put two and two together that he'd been a Christian for a good few years. pg 18 "Most people read through a Bible story like that and glibly say...", who are these glib 'people'? pg 14 "You may be thinking...", stop worrying about what I am thinking and make your point.
Another example, on pg 105 he writes, "Many people come against the Word, criticising and saying, "The Bible is hard to understand." That's because you're reading it with your mind"
He goes from 'many people' (third person) to 'you're reading it' (second person) in the same point. The style is difficult to read, he puts all these imaginary opinions on the reader that detracts from the message of the book. Plus, how does he know that *I* am reading it with my mind? The tone is judgmental.
So, to sum up, he makes some good points, I agree that the Word of God can be life changing, but I didn't like his writing style. I think that his message would have been a good deal clearer if he wasn't constantly arguing with invisible people throughout the book. :)
October 6, 2019
I love Andrew Wommack Books, He is one of those Present Day Biblical Authors,If He lived in the Days Before the Bible was written to how it is, I think he would be Luke, His Books give me a peace of mind and joy and this Book is one of them. As He writes, you feel He is a man of God who doesn't struggle with life because of what He believes.His correction is of grace in many of his books. Personally,He instructs me in the way of the Lord when am reading his Book. I Thank God for Him.
September 8, 2012
Andrew Wommack has a gift of writing-- its down-to-earth, eye opening, easy to understand and apply to your life. This foundation teaching is about the parable of the Sower. The Word is the seed which is alive and produces fruit and we are the ground. Depending on what ground we are, will show what, if any, fruit it will produce. Proverbs 23:7 as you think in your heart, so you are. We need to take time to get in God's Word, meditate on it as long as it takes for you to know it in your heart.
October 7, 2018
reading Bible and thinking of it changes your mind
April 25, 2023
Wommack emphasizes the power of words and their ability to shape our thoughts and actions. He argues that by consistently meditating on positive, God-centered affirmations, one can reprogram their subconscious mind and experience positive transformation in all areas of life.
The book includes practical tips and exercises to help readers apply these principles to their daily lives. It also includes personal anecdotes and stories from Wommack's own life and ministry.
Overall, "Effortless Change" offers a message of hope and encouragement for those seeking to make positive changes in their lives through faith and the power of words.
The book includes practical tips and exercises to help readers apply these principles to their daily lives. It also includes personal anecdotes and stories from Wommack's own life and ministry.
Overall, "Effortless Change" offers a message of hope and encouragement for those seeking to make positive changes in their lives through faith and the power of words.
December 3, 2021
When all else fails. Strictly the Word of God. When in doubt, check it out. Acts 17:11 Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
11 Now these [Jews] were better disposed and more noble than those in Thessalonica, for they were entirely ready and accepted and welcomed the message [[a]concerning the attainment through Christ of eternal salvation in the kingdom of God] with inclination of mind and eagerness, searching and examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.
11 Now these [Jews] were better disposed and more noble than those in Thessalonica, for they were entirely ready and accepted and welcomed the message [[a]concerning the attainment through Christ of eternal salvation in the kingdom of God] with inclination of mind and eagerness, searching and examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.
September 11, 2020
One of the best books I’ve ever read! Very challenging and encouraging.
October 18, 2020
An absolute must read! Start reading this book & sow the Word of God!
June 16, 2021
Loved this book so much!! He teaches that change is easy!! We don't have to keep living the same way if it is harmful.
May 14, 2022
Wommack's writing is straightforward and Spirit-led, much like his teaching. Great book to build your faith on the power of God's Word and the importance of spending time in it.
February 22, 2023
Read the word. Word.
January 9, 2024
Change is growth, change is a seed
July 3, 2024
So much in this book!
Need to read at least one more time.
Will be back to review
Need to read at least one more time.
Will be back to review
October 6, 2025
Andrew Wommack's teaching are always helpful and encouraging.
April 1, 2015
Full of truth, this book is one that should be reread regularly. It's powerful and packs a punch yet is very easy to read. Biblical truth pours out of its pages. It's not just another self-help book; it's the ways of God applied to practical life.
January 28, 2017
Andrew gives a stellar life-giving exposition on the Word of God, and how we can sow it in our lives and reap a bountiful effortless harvest of transformation. Power packed with deep scriptural insight, this book has left me refreshed, rejuvenated and yearning for the breath of life.
September 1, 2021
It's dynamite!
It's a must read book if you want to be successful. The Word is the key to bring about the change you need in life. This book is packed full of powerful truths. If you are hungry and thirsty, this book is for you.
It's a must read book if you want to be successful. The Word is the key to bring about the change you need in life. This book is packed full of powerful truths. If you are hungry and thirsty, this book is for you.
January 4, 2022
Another must-read!
Informative, practical, plenty of scripture references to back up his statements, easy to read, and potentially life-changing, if you take these teachings to heart and put them to work in your life. Andrew is truly a blessing!
Informative, practical, plenty of scripture references to back up his statements, easy to read, and potentially life-changing, if you take these teachings to heart and put them to work in your life. Andrew is truly a blessing!
July 20, 2013
Shows how the words of our mouth coming from the faith in our heart produces change in our habits and situations. Great blessing!
February 11, 2015
Great Book on Parable of the Sower, and how to see change happen in your life.
Great definition of what meditation really is.
Great definition of what meditation really is.
January 16, 2017
This is a great understanding of what seed is.
March 14, 2023
Must read!
Great book, as always. Straightforward and clear biblical explanations. It’s all about the word, and you won’t find it taught in an easier-to-understand way. Thank you
Great book, as always. Straightforward and clear biblical explanations. It’s all about the word, and you won’t find it taught in an easier-to-understand way. Thank you
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