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When Misfits Become Kings: Unlock Your Future Through Intimacy With God
It’s the story of a generation disqualified in the eyes of society.
Misunderstood. Misinformed. These misfits wander the world, missing both a
plan and a purpose, never realizing that their destiny is divine. But it’s not just the
story of this generation; it’s the condition of us all. At some point every person has
felt disconnected, unqualified, and alone. But there is good news.
Your God-designed destiny is not controlled by your background, or social or
economic status. It is unlocked through secret intimacy with the creator of
your future. That’s where misfits become kings.
Mark Casto helps you gain a new perspective on your out-of-place life. Learn how to
discard the misfit pieces and fill that void with identity and purpose found in God’s
presence. You will see how God can turn irrelevance into royalty, and how rejection can
lead to a coronation. There is a plan. You have a destiny that was designed just for you.
Misunderstood. Misinformed. These misfits wander the world, missing both a
plan and a purpose, never realizing that their destiny is divine. But it’s not just the
story of this generation; it’s the condition of us all. At some point every person has
felt disconnected, unqualified, and alone. But there is good news.
Your God-designed destiny is not controlled by your background, or social or
economic status. It is unlocked through secret intimacy with the creator of
your future. That’s where misfits become kings.
Mark Casto helps you gain a new perspective on your out-of-place life. Learn how to
discard the misfit pieces and fill that void with identity and purpose found in God’s
presence. You will see how God can turn irrelevance into royalty, and how rejection can
lead to a coronation. There is a plan. You have a destiny that was designed just for you.
240 pages, Paperback
First published May 5, 2015
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January 16, 2018
I jumped into this book without any back-history of the author or his denomination of faith. Right off the bat I found an unexpected connection with the author being a West Virginia native myself and having ministered in the Charleston, WV area. Though we would not have grown up in the same denomination, I found myself highlighting many thoughts and statements presented by the author. His focus on expanding your ministry through the biblical context of increasing your presence in the quiet place with God (as opposed to most ministers expanding through social media and hashtags #schedulemetopreach, #I'mawesome, etc) was refreshing and not often the focus today.
January 14, 2018
The emphasis on working on your relationship with God *in secret* and not being selfish is the strength of this book, and I really appreciate an opportunity to read from someone as Biblically grounded as Mark Casto. He continually reminds the reader of the dangers of pride and the importance of checking your motivation any time you seek to do anything for the Lord.
Among the examples used in his book, I especially liked the insight regarding Adam and Eve where our choices can reveal our selfish nature. Casto writes, "they chose what was easy (their selfish desire) over what they though was hard (resisting temptation), and discovered that the easy way wasn't the easy way" (p.25). One of the principles of this book is that there are no shortcuts in our relationship with the Lord. In trusting Him, we need to pray for wisdom to see the motivation behind the choices we make, especially where obedience is at stake.
The information regarding David's ancestral history was very interesting as well. I don't remember reading about any of that before, and I would like to study this further. Casto seems to have included it to support the title and theme of "misfits", however, the entire book is really more about the subtitle: "Unlock Your Future Through Intimacy with God."
Later, when Casto teaches the reader to consider the source of our motivation when striving for a closer relationship with the Lord, he offers a great reminder that "God is not going to exalt someone who carries the same character trait that got Lucifer cast out of heaven" (p.148). We would all do well to remember that, especially when we pray and ask God's blessings on our lives. Why do you want to be blessed? What do you plan to do with God's blessings or what do you plan to do after God blesses you? What have you already done with what God has already given to you?
What I liked most about the whole book, however, was Casto's repeated emphasis on worshiping the Lord and drawing close to him in secret. This book is not about seeking your own glory under the guise of doing it for God. This book is about spending time alone with God, praying, and then allowing that time to be just between you and the Lord, allowing Him to change you, even (and especially) if no one ever knows what you are doing or how much time you spend with the Lord doing it. Using the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 6:1-4, Casto reminds the reader that Christians ought not to "settle for the glory of men when they are destined to walk in the glory of God" (p.174).
I also liked how he considers fasting "a powerful weapon at the believer's disposal" (p.190) and, sharing from his personal experiences, goes on to conclude that "with every fast, God seems to accelerate what He is doing in my life."
However, my favorite chapter in the book was Chapter 9: Donkeys that Lead to Destiny, because he highlights the importance of our attitude in serving others, especially in tasks that we may see as menial. We can't expect God to use any of us in a powerful way if we are unwilling for God to use us in any way. This is just one more example of the author reinforcing the theme of obedience, humility, and worship, and if you only read one chapter in the entire book, this would be the one you'd want to read because it echoes every other chapter in the book. Great read, especially if you want to improve your quality of life.
Among the examples used in his book, I especially liked the insight regarding Adam and Eve where our choices can reveal our selfish nature. Casto writes, "they chose what was easy (their selfish desire) over what they though was hard (resisting temptation), and discovered that the easy way wasn't the easy way" (p.25). One of the principles of this book is that there are no shortcuts in our relationship with the Lord. In trusting Him, we need to pray for wisdom to see the motivation behind the choices we make, especially where obedience is at stake.
The information regarding David's ancestral history was very interesting as well. I don't remember reading about any of that before, and I would like to study this further. Casto seems to have included it to support the title and theme of "misfits", however, the entire book is really more about the subtitle: "Unlock Your Future Through Intimacy with God."
Later, when Casto teaches the reader to consider the source of our motivation when striving for a closer relationship with the Lord, he offers a great reminder that "God is not going to exalt someone who carries the same character trait that got Lucifer cast out of heaven" (p.148). We would all do well to remember that, especially when we pray and ask God's blessings on our lives. Why do you want to be blessed? What do you plan to do with God's blessings or what do you plan to do after God blesses you? What have you already done with what God has already given to you?
What I liked most about the whole book, however, was Casto's repeated emphasis on worshiping the Lord and drawing close to him in secret. This book is not about seeking your own glory under the guise of doing it for God. This book is about spending time alone with God, praying, and then allowing that time to be just between you and the Lord, allowing Him to change you, even (and especially) if no one ever knows what you are doing or how much time you spend with the Lord doing it. Using the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 6:1-4, Casto reminds the reader that Christians ought not to "settle for the glory of men when they are destined to walk in the glory of God" (p.174).
I also liked how he considers fasting "a powerful weapon at the believer's disposal" (p.190) and, sharing from his personal experiences, goes on to conclude that "with every fast, God seems to accelerate what He is doing in my life."
However, my favorite chapter in the book was Chapter 9: Donkeys that Lead to Destiny, because he highlights the importance of our attitude in serving others, especially in tasks that we may see as menial. We can't expect God to use any of us in a powerful way if we are unwilling for God to use us in any way. This is just one more example of the author reinforcing the theme of obedience, humility, and worship, and if you only read one chapter in the entire book, this would be the one you'd want to read because it echoes every other chapter in the book. Great read, especially if you want to improve your quality of life.
February 23, 2020
Wow. This is a very interesting and motivational book. It’s very well written.
There is a place where misfits (can) become kings, and that’s in the Secret place- for success begins in secret.
The author reminds us in Matt 22:14 - ..many are called but few are chosen..” which many have misunderstood. But with the actual Greek translation which makes a difference and it should gives a correct perspective- ie. “... many are called, but few choose to accept the call..”
This book will give the readers a new knowledge and sees things in God’s perspective. As the concluding words from the author...”when you choose to be chosen, you won’t feel like a misfit much longer, because nothing fits like the crown made for you. (And) “Don’t be a square peg in this round world...”
So don’t miss this, go grad I’ve and read.
There is a place where misfits (can) become kings, and that’s in the Secret place- for success begins in secret.
The author reminds us in Matt 22:14 - ..many are called but few are chosen..” which many have misunderstood. But with the actual Greek translation which makes a difference and it should gives a correct perspective- ie. “... many are called, but few choose to accept the call..”
This book will give the readers a new knowledge and sees things in God’s perspective. As the concluding words from the author...”when you choose to be chosen, you won’t feel like a misfit much longer, because nothing fits like the crown made for you. (And) “Don’t be a square peg in this round world...”
So don’t miss this, go grad I’ve and read.
July 8, 2019
Wow
Just an amazing book, cant wait to read it again and again.
Just the direction I need to go.
You really need to read this book if you feel out of place.
Just an amazing book, cant wait to read it again and again.
Just the direction I need to go.
You really need to read this book if you feel out of place.
July 26, 2015
I received this book from the Goodreads Giveaway.
I would rate this 2.5 stars. About half the book left me yawning and didn't seem to wake anything inside of me. I just didn't get much out of it. There were some other chapters, though, that I did find interesting and compelled me to dig deeper in my own life and encourage me to pursue a better relationship with God. I found good quotes from the book, but still felt there wasn't enough for me to rate it higher in comparison to other books I've dated higher.
I would rate this 2.5 stars. About half the book left me yawning and didn't seem to wake anything inside of me. I just didn't get much out of it. There were some other chapters, though, that I did find interesting and compelled me to dig deeper in my own life and encourage me to pursue a better relationship with God. I found good quotes from the book, but still felt there wasn't enough for me to rate it higher in comparison to other books I've dated higher.
October 27, 2015
This book gave me hope when the world had nothing to offer me.
December 10, 2016
An excellent read.
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