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Destiny: Step into Your Purpose
Remember feeling a pull, sensing a divine guide that was leading you to the right place or person? DESTINY, that inner compass, directs you to fulfillment of your highest purpose. When you reflect on your life, you may be amazed that your greatest moments resulted from circumstances that you did not control or initiate. You were destined!
Stepping into your destiny means fulfilling the role you were created to play in life. You thrive and find the great elixir of contentment when you have the courage to pursue your true purpose.
Life offers more when destiny is our focus! Our divine purpose maneuvers us past challenges, pains, and shortcuts and even what appears on the surface to be failure. On deeper reflection, we understand them as catalysts that shift us toward authentic self-identity, greater exposure, and bold life adventures.
Whether you are just starting out, starting over, or wondering if there is greater success than what you've already accomplished, now is the time to reset your inner compass. Clear your path of distractions and disruptions. Correct places where you have veered off course. Get unstuck. Embrace your God-given purpose and, with this revelatory guide from T.D. Jakes, dare to pursue the unseen order in your life circumstances that is your DESTINY.
Stepping into your destiny means fulfilling the role you were created to play in life. You thrive and find the great elixir of contentment when you have the courage to pursue your true purpose.
Life offers more when destiny is our focus! Our divine purpose maneuvers us past challenges, pains, and shortcuts and even what appears on the surface to be failure. On deeper reflection, we understand them as catalysts that shift us toward authentic self-identity, greater exposure, and bold life adventures.
Whether you are just starting out, starting over, or wondering if there is greater success than what you've already accomplished, now is the time to reset your inner compass. Clear your path of distractions and disruptions. Correct places where you have veered off course. Get unstuck. Embrace your God-given purpose and, with this revelatory guide from T.D. Jakes, dare to pursue the unseen order in your life circumstances that is your DESTINY.
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First published August 4, 2015
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T.D. Jakes
454 books1,133 followersBishop T.D. Jakes is the author of the bestsellers God's Leading Lady; The Lady, Her Lover and Her Lord; Maximize the Moment; The Great Investment; His Lady; Woman, Thou art Loosed (the film of which won the Best Film Award at the Santa Barbara Film Festival) and He-Motions. His daily morning show The Potter's Touch and weekly broadcast The Potter's House air on Trinity Broadcasting Network and Black Entertainment Television, as well as in Europe and South America. Bishop Jakes is the founder and pastor of The Potter's House, one of the fastest-growing churches in the nation, where he leads an interracial congregation of more than 28,000 members. He lives in Dallas with his wife and five children.
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October 15, 2019
I would definitely recommend the book "Destiny: Step into your Purpose" by T.D. Jakes to anyone who is serious about living out their Dream and pursuing their divine calling! This book encouraged me page after page! I am inspired, motivated and ready to step into all that God has for me! Jakes uses several personal stories as well shares testimonies from Tyler Perry, Martin Luther King, Jr, Thomas Edison and more! Jakes uses analogies and stories to really hit his points, like referring to a horror movie situation to realize that the end goal is to stay focused no matter what happens around you. Jakes reminds us to avoid the traps intended to keep us locked in our comfort zone , to stay flexible and humble, to seek guidance from a Mentor, and to risk it all because your Destiny is well worth your effort, time, patience, devotion and endurance! Even though talking about Destiny can be a general term, I felt like T.D. Jakes was talking specifically to me the entire time and encouraging me on to keep pursuing my dreams! Amazing book!
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August 29, 2015
In Destiny, T.D. Jakes explores the second important area in discovering your purpose and why you are wired the way you are. This book continues along the lines of Instinct and digs deeper into how to unleash and live in your God given destiny. Bishop Jakes begins the book by sharing how critical it is for us not to hate and despite the small steps needed to take in order to complete our destiny. When we have the proper order, we realize that setbacks doesn’t have to stop us for pursuing our destiny. He shared a great example about how God’s blessings at the right time truly is a blessing. If we were to give our small child keys to their brand new car and they haven’t have any driving experiences and training, it would in fact harm our child and others. But if we follow the correct order and are in line with God’s timing, great things can happen.
One of my favorite chapters was entitled, “Destiny Is Spelled P-R-I-O-R-I-T-I-Z-E” because this one discussed how crucial it is to prioritize your relationships, finances, what’s important for you, and much more. I loved how this chapter discussed the three different types of relationships people have, “confidants, constituents, and comrades”. This helped me realize where I need to invest my time the most. Finding great confidants who stay with you through the good and bad times are truly an incredible blessing. I also liked how this chapter talked about the power of having a great mind and not letting other’s people’s opinions dictate how we live our lives in pursue of our destiny. Bishop Jakes encouraged readers to not dwell on why people were rude to us or why they lied to us. We need to focus our attention and energy and time on things that truly matter.
One of my favorite things, Bishop Jakes revealed was how to deal with jealousy and struggling with envy. He shared a wonderful example of someone running their race and someone else comparing themselves to the other person. If we would build ourselves up and quit being jealous of other people our lives would greatly be changed. He recommended that we need to be inspired and have the attitude that if they were able to achieve their destiny, we can also accomplish ours. I have deeply struggled with being jealous of other people and how fit they are and toned, the amazing job, the beautiful wife, and kids. This book reminded me that I need to focus on running my own race and not to be overly concern about what everyone else is doing.
I would recommend this life changing book to anyone who is ready to discover how to step into their God given destiny. Bishop Jakes did an excellent job writing about how important steps are in order to fulfill your destiny and to not hate the process of reaching your destiny. I realized that everything I have been through is not wasted and God will use everything for His glory. This book assisted me in trying to figure out my purpose and how to live in my destiny. I also really enjoyed learning about the actor, film, and TV producer, Tyler Perry and his personal story and how he lived in his true calling and overcame the odds. I’m extremely glad, Bishop Jake included it in this book to inspire others to keep fight towards your destiny. This book will great benefit people who are ready and willing to discover their purpose and destiny.
“I received this book free from Hachette Book Group/Faith Works.”
One of my favorite chapters was entitled, “Destiny Is Spelled P-R-I-O-R-I-T-I-Z-E” because this one discussed how crucial it is to prioritize your relationships, finances, what’s important for you, and much more. I loved how this chapter discussed the three different types of relationships people have, “confidants, constituents, and comrades”. This helped me realize where I need to invest my time the most. Finding great confidants who stay with you through the good and bad times are truly an incredible blessing. I also liked how this chapter talked about the power of having a great mind and not letting other’s people’s opinions dictate how we live our lives in pursue of our destiny. Bishop Jakes encouraged readers to not dwell on why people were rude to us or why they lied to us. We need to focus our attention and energy and time on things that truly matter.
One of my favorite things, Bishop Jakes revealed was how to deal with jealousy and struggling with envy. He shared a wonderful example of someone running their race and someone else comparing themselves to the other person. If we would build ourselves up and quit being jealous of other people our lives would greatly be changed. He recommended that we need to be inspired and have the attitude that if they were able to achieve their destiny, we can also accomplish ours. I have deeply struggled with being jealous of other people and how fit they are and toned, the amazing job, the beautiful wife, and kids. This book reminded me that I need to focus on running my own race and not to be overly concern about what everyone else is doing.
I would recommend this life changing book to anyone who is ready to discover how to step into their God given destiny. Bishop Jakes did an excellent job writing about how important steps are in order to fulfill your destiny and to not hate the process of reaching your destiny. I realized that everything I have been through is not wasted and God will use everything for His glory. This book assisted me in trying to figure out my purpose and how to live in my destiny. I also really enjoyed learning about the actor, film, and TV producer, Tyler Perry and his personal story and how he lived in his true calling and overcame the odds. I’m extremely glad, Bishop Jake included it in this book to inspire others to keep fight towards your destiny. This book will great benefit people who are ready and willing to discover their purpose and destiny.
“I received this book free from Hachette Book Group/Faith Works.”
August 9, 2015
Never fails to disappoint. Bishop Jakes has this uncanny ability to see things others can't .
December 19, 2020
Powerful and puts forth the message that everyone has a great destiny to claim... so go out and claim it. The preacher reads the book, so you hear his own words in his own voice. Makes it all the more inspiring.
September 7, 2015
A "wake-up call" to fulfilling your own Destiny. This book found me at an appropriate time in my own journey. I recommend it to anyone who has especially become lost along the way.
August 2, 2015
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My opinion: Last year, I had the opportunity to review what I would call the companion or first step to this book. INSTINCT was a book I couldn't put down. I ended up purchasing both a print copy and an audiobook version of the book because the words that were written were so powerful. DESTINY followed its example with the importance of the words written and the topics discussed.
TD Jakes makes powerful arguments for one's destiny and roadblocks that we put in its way. His ability for putting perspectives into BAM moments for reflection was priceless to me. For example, one of the most important parts of the book to me was his analogy of "Every Day is a Withdrawal from the Bank of Time" which was a comparison of minutes wasted each day as money spent/withdrawn from our life bank. This book was loaded with these that just put life into perspective and how life/destiny is wasted.
Not being overly religious and a person who tends to avoid faith-based books, what has stood out to me was that the Reverend doesn't come into his books and beat and berate readers over the head with religion. He instead makes logical arguments as how one can support or destroy their destiny or who they are supposed to be with their own actions. I would feel very comfortable recommending this book not only to the religious, but those who live a more agnostic lifestyle. I will say that this book did have more of a reference to God than INSTINCT did, but I did not find it distracting.
One criticism of this book that I did find that wasn't present in INSTINCT was a redundancy of concepts or words that didn't fit and didn't have the feeling that it was being emphasized. Had that not been present or I wasn't reading this book for review, this book would have received my very special and almost never given 10/5 Stars like INSTINCT received.
My opinion: Last year, I had the opportunity to review what I would call the companion or first step to this book. INSTINCT was a book I couldn't put down. I ended up purchasing both a print copy and an audiobook version of the book because the words that were written were so powerful. DESTINY followed its example with the importance of the words written and the topics discussed.
TD Jakes makes powerful arguments for one's destiny and roadblocks that we put in its way. His ability for putting perspectives into BAM moments for reflection was priceless to me. For example, one of the most important parts of the book to me was his analogy of "Every Day is a Withdrawal from the Bank of Time" which was a comparison of minutes wasted each day as money spent/withdrawn from our life bank. This book was loaded with these that just put life into perspective and how life/destiny is wasted.
Not being overly religious and a person who tends to avoid faith-based books, what has stood out to me was that the Reverend doesn't come into his books and beat and berate readers over the head with religion. He instead makes logical arguments as how one can support or destroy their destiny or who they are supposed to be with their own actions. I would feel very comfortable recommending this book not only to the religious, but those who live a more agnostic lifestyle. I will say that this book did have more of a reference to God than INSTINCT did, but I did not find it distracting.
One criticism of this book that I did find that wasn't present in INSTINCT was a redundancy of concepts or words that didn't fit and didn't have the feeling that it was being emphasized. Had that not been present or I wasn't reading this book for review, this book would have received my very special and almost never given 10/5 Stars like INSTINCT received.
June 26, 2019
How is it possible to write a book and not say anything? T.D. Jakes gives us the answer.
I’m co-teaching a class in religious bestsellers for the first time in the fall, and my co-teacher assigned this book as an example of the prosperity gospel. Immediately when I started reading I wanted to edit the style, not address the content, which is a bad entry into a book. It’s Jakes’ destiny to write a book riddled with clichés, nonillustrative illustrations, excessive adjectives and adverbs, and useless (and possibly purloined) anecdotes, like changing the scorpion story from Aesop to a snake and pretending it’s original. He constantly makes assertions like “You’ve got a great Provider backing you, so expect something significant in your life,” without any argument or evidence to back up these assertions. Perhaps this is the difference between motivational speaking and actual thought.
The only other thing I disliked apart from Jakes’ style was his content. Jakes’ theology is a magical one that assumes that you can just win all of life if you will it hard enough, that God micromanages time and space to give you individually what you want. I've read worse prosperity gospel kind of writing, but it sure isn't Christian. There is no commitment to community or helping the least of these – Jakes crassly states that anyone who isn’t integral to your plan for your destiny may be pushed aside. It was especially significant to read this book after Jurgen Moltmann’s The Crucified God. There is no Jesus here and there is certainly no suffering and no cross – the heart of God’s message to a hurting world.
I’m co-teaching a class in religious bestsellers for the first time in the fall, and my co-teacher assigned this book as an example of the prosperity gospel. Immediately when I started reading I wanted to edit the style, not address the content, which is a bad entry into a book. It’s Jakes’ destiny to write a book riddled with clichés, nonillustrative illustrations, excessive adjectives and adverbs, and useless (and possibly purloined) anecdotes, like changing the scorpion story from Aesop to a snake and pretending it’s original. He constantly makes assertions like “You’ve got a great Provider backing you, so expect something significant in your life,” without any argument or evidence to back up these assertions. Perhaps this is the difference between motivational speaking and actual thought.
The only other thing I disliked apart from Jakes’ style was his content. Jakes’ theology is a magical one that assumes that you can just win all of life if you will it hard enough, that God micromanages time and space to give you individually what you want. I've read worse prosperity gospel kind of writing, but it sure isn't Christian. There is no commitment to community or helping the least of these – Jakes crassly states that anyone who isn’t integral to your plan for your destiny may be pushed aside. It was especially significant to read this book after Jurgen Moltmann’s The Crucified God. There is no Jesus here and there is certainly no suffering and no cross – the heart of God’s message to a hurting world.
June 22, 2018
I purchased this after hearing T.D. Jakes speak at the Global Leadership Summit. He was one of a handful of speakers whom I found truly riveting, especially since his talk touched on creative arts. Having read this volume -- which is essentially a Christian self-help book -- I have to conclude that Jakes is a better speaker than he is a writer. I don't want to imply that there was nothing of value in this book, but its 240 pages could have been summarized in essay form. Jakes belabors his points to an excruciating degree, and "Destiny" ultimately comes off like a mind-numbing pep rally that drones on for five times as long as it needs to.
It is worth noting that Jakes touches on some of the same ideas that Elizabeth Gilbert presents in her book "Big Magic." But whereas Gilbert approaches her subject matter from a secular point of view, Jakes approaches it from a Christian perspective. There's nothing necessarily wrong with taking that tack, but Jakes' theology frequently touches on a thinly-veiled bent towards the dubious so-called "prosperity gospel." And his ideas also share an unfortunate affinity to Rhonda Byrne's execrable "The Secret," with its so-called "law of attraction."
In short, bloated writing, weak theology and philosophy, and a few nuggets of useful wisdom.
It is worth noting that Jakes touches on some of the same ideas that Elizabeth Gilbert presents in her book "Big Magic." But whereas Gilbert approaches her subject matter from a secular point of view, Jakes approaches it from a Christian perspective. There's nothing necessarily wrong with taking that tack, but Jakes' theology frequently touches on a thinly-veiled bent towards the dubious so-called "prosperity gospel." And his ideas also share an unfortunate affinity to Rhonda Byrne's execrable "The Secret," with its so-called "law of attraction."
In short, bloated writing, weak theology and philosophy, and a few nuggets of useful wisdom.
May 13, 2018
TD Jakes has a lot of insight but sometimes the information can get repetitive. I found myself somewhat lost in what his definition of destiny was. Overall it has a great chunk of details for the reader but you have to sift through some tough parts.
April 28, 2024
Couldn’t stand that every time the word destiny was put in the book it was capitalized. I understand it’s the name of the book; however, it wasn’t talking about the book while being used.
Also felt like it was a bit redundant.
Also felt like it was a bit redundant.
June 20, 2019
Lots of good concepts in this book. Part motivational, part spiritual. Has lots of ideas about nurturing and pursuing your destiny. I enjoyed that he discussed it using different perspectives/different parables and examples to really allow for many ways for the concepts to “click” with the reader.
March 30, 2022
Inspirational, with good reminders about working toward your purpose/destiny; how not to be distracted and not to allow doubt or fear stop you from your destiny.
February 11, 2024
There is so much wisdom in this book that was relevant to me at this time. I’m glad I own it so I can refer back to the loads of encouragement and insight I highlighted throughout.
March 4, 2016
I feel like what T.D. Jakes has shared in this book is far more valuable than the way he wrote it, however, I can't not share how difficult I found it to read this book until the end — Maybe it's just me not being used to his "voice", or certain stories that he might have shared in previous sermons, but I just didn't find it easy to read. Once again, however, the contents, the stories, the lessons, the practical advice — all of these were simply inspiring and educational in a very down-to-earth way. If you're looking for a book to help you pursue your destiny, T.D. Jake's book will definitely be the one.
May 25, 2016
My New Favorite Book
This is one of my favorite books of all time. God was speaking to me, so much throughout this book. I was agreeing with TD Jakes and I highlighted, so many sentences. This book helped me to figure out what direction God is going to take me in my life. I of course don't have it all figured out, but that's okay because God knows. I highly recommend this book to everyone. I also recommend you read TD Jakes previous book Instinct because it goes hand and hand with Destiny. Overall, I loved this book and I recommend it to everyone.
This is one of my favorite books of all time. God was speaking to me, so much throughout this book. I was agreeing with TD Jakes and I highlighted, so many sentences. This book helped me to figure out what direction God is going to take me in my life. I of course don't have it all figured out, but that's okay because God knows. I highly recommend this book to everyone. I also recommend you read TD Jakes previous book Instinct because it goes hand and hand with Destiny. Overall, I loved this book and I recommend it to everyone.
June 22, 2017
Please don't misunderstand my rating to mean I didn't like this book. There were even some passages that I shared with my family.
However, I feel like I could sum up Bishop Jakes' recommendations in just a few words. Find your destiny. Pursue it passionately. Don't be deterred. Work hard. Set priorities. Expect barriers. Be patient. He provides some very interesting examples of historical and modern figures who have realized their destiny along with splashes of personal experience. Not a bad read at all, just very expected.
However, I feel like I could sum up Bishop Jakes' recommendations in just a few words. Find your destiny. Pursue it passionately. Don't be deterred. Work hard. Set priorities. Expect barriers. Be patient. He provides some very interesting examples of historical and modern figures who have realized their destiny along with splashes of personal experience. Not a bad read at all, just very expected.
December 25, 2015
I enjoyed this book way more than I expected. Generally speaking, I avoid anything religious but I'd seen Mr Jakes on Oprah Super Soul Sunday and had liked his talk. So I tried this in e-audiobook and ended up finding a lot of interesting information. I may even read it again when I get a bit down or feeling less than optimistic about my future lol.
December 26, 2016
Chapter 1 of this book sums it up, "Instinct + Purpose = Destiny." Take your time as you read this one. Reflect, meditate, chew and take action to allow yourself to be. You have the power to make a positive difference today. Stay the course and listen to your inner voice. Plan your journey wisely and trust God!
June 20, 2018
This was a great book! Hugely inspiring, convicting and motivating. If you need something to encourage you along the path of living out your God given destiny, this is a GREAT choice!
Favorite Quote: "If you're not living your destiny as you journey you won't be able to live it after you reach your destination."
Favorite Quote: "If you're not living your destiny as you journey you won't be able to live it after you reach your destination."
August 6, 2020
I didn't finish reading the book all the way through. I couldn't get past the fact that in every chapter, in every sentence, he said the word destiny. I felt like I was reading a essay by a first grader where they are taught to repeat the topic in each paragraph.
December 15, 2015
Awesome, powerful book. Full of simple truths that you just forget about in life and sometimes you need a reminder. This one came at just the right time.
September 1, 2023
BOOK TITLE: Destiny (Step into your purpose)
AUTHOR: T.D Jakes
NUMBER OF PAGES: 348
GENRE: Non-fiction
REVIEW
He started with the thought of the brief conversation he had with Mrs. Coretta Scott King in her penthouse suite and he thought about it in the elevator on his way to the lobby.
The drive to do what you’re good at is instinct. It’s what God has created you to do.~ T.D Jakes
The author said something which caught my attention while I was reading which is "Observing others can help us set the bar of excellence high for ourselves. But there must be a point where one respects, admires, and learns from others, and then turns inward to connect to his or her authentic expression of talent." I found this wonderful because truly we set excellence while observing others. Also, we kind of draw inspiration from them as well by not forgetting to be our real self.
I totally agree with this statement made by the author which is that Instinct must merge with purpose to give you a life that fulfills your destiny. All gifts must be given a place of expression in order for Destiny to unfold. It made me understand the fact that for me to fulfill destiny then every gift inside of me must be given expression.
He made it clear in this line of the book where he said that "every day is a teacher that brings you new skills, new experiences, and new exposure. Get back up,because there is much to learn in pursuit of Destiny". I found this true because everyday is an opportunity for me to learn something new.
I was wowed by this "The Almighty can’t show it all to you right away. It might scare you, so you get it in pieces to digest a bit at a time. As you are digesting, settle your affairs in order to receive the full revelation of Destiny". After reading this it made me understand the reason why God doesn't reveal the whole picture of my destiny all at once, it is so I can process it over time.
The three basic types of people you will interact with on our way to destiny are according to the author.
~ Confidant: You will have very few of them in your lifetime. In fact, if you find two or three in your entire
lifetime, you are tremendously blessed. They have your back anytime and any day they love you unconditionally.
~ Constituents: These kinds of people are not into you but what you are for. Your destiny doesn't matter to them at all.
~ Comrades: They are not for you, nor are they for what you are for. In other words they come into your life to fulfill a purpose.
Finally, He also discussed a whole lot about destiny and how to live it to the fullest.
This is a must read for anyone who wants to find their purpose and fulfill destiny.
AUTHOR: T.D Jakes
NUMBER OF PAGES: 348
GENRE: Non-fiction
REVIEW
He started with the thought of the brief conversation he had with Mrs. Coretta Scott King in her penthouse suite and he thought about it in the elevator on his way to the lobby.
The drive to do what you’re good at is instinct. It’s what God has created you to do.~ T.D Jakes
The author said something which caught my attention while I was reading which is "Observing others can help us set the bar of excellence high for ourselves. But there must be a point where one respects, admires, and learns from others, and then turns inward to connect to his or her authentic expression of talent." I found this wonderful because truly we set excellence while observing others. Also, we kind of draw inspiration from them as well by not forgetting to be our real self.
I totally agree with this statement made by the author which is that Instinct must merge with purpose to give you a life that fulfills your destiny. All gifts must be given a place of expression in order for Destiny to unfold. It made me understand the fact that for me to fulfill destiny then every gift inside of me must be given expression.
He made it clear in this line of the book where he said that "every day is a teacher that brings you new skills, new experiences, and new exposure. Get back up,because there is much to learn in pursuit of Destiny". I found this true because everyday is an opportunity for me to learn something new.
I was wowed by this "The Almighty can’t show it all to you right away. It might scare you, so you get it in pieces to digest a bit at a time. As you are digesting, settle your affairs in order to receive the full revelation of Destiny". After reading this it made me understand the reason why God doesn't reveal the whole picture of my destiny all at once, it is so I can process it over time.
The three basic types of people you will interact with on our way to destiny are according to the author.
~ Confidant: You will have very few of them in your lifetime. In fact, if you find two or three in your entire
lifetime, you are tremendously blessed. They have your back anytime and any day they love you unconditionally.
~ Constituents: These kinds of people are not into you but what you are for. Your destiny doesn't matter to them at all.
~ Comrades: They are not for you, nor are they for what you are for. In other words they come into your life to fulfill a purpose.
Finally, He also discussed a whole lot about destiny and how to live it to the fullest.
This is a must read for anyone who wants to find their purpose and fulfill destiny.
August 29, 2018
Hello Readers, Hello Seekers.
This was my first T.D Jakes book reading. I am a fan of T.D Jakes talks and thought to read some of his thoughts and I ran across this valuable book.
The book discusses Destiny from many perspective but here are few great ways Doctor Jakes tackled the topic brilliantly:
- Defining Destiny as an idea regardless of it's association with the biblical school.
- Destiny is completely unique to each an every individual.
- God send signs throughout people's lives to help them perusing their destiny.
- Destiny road isn't all nice and fair, sometimes a hurricane and thunder be-follows the Rainbow shiny skies.
- Advice to the people in your circle, not everyone will be happy with your progress, eliminate the bad and keep the good.
- Higher circles of learning is where the growth would be and smaller circles of experience sharing is where knowledge exchange takes place, share your wisdom and learn.
- Never get satisfied with your current level of achievement whether financially, academically, or spiritually, there is always a better and deeper level of Relationships that we can evolve with greater understating and true commitment to our destiny.
Side Notes:
- Couple starts went missing from the book for the same reason any writer happens to fall on that is the redundancy of the idea and the narrowed creativity perspective.
All in All it's definitely a great read for anyone who would like to ignite a burning soul towards achieving greatness and make the World a better place.
Peace and Love,
Islam.
This was my first T.D Jakes book reading. I am a fan of T.D Jakes talks and thought to read some of his thoughts and I ran across this valuable book.
The book discusses Destiny from many perspective but here are few great ways Doctor Jakes tackled the topic brilliantly:
- Defining Destiny as an idea regardless of it's association with the biblical school.
- Destiny is completely unique to each an every individual.
- God send signs throughout people's lives to help them perusing their destiny.
- Destiny road isn't all nice and fair, sometimes a hurricane and thunder be-follows the Rainbow shiny skies.
- Advice to the people in your circle, not everyone will be happy with your progress, eliminate the bad and keep the good.
- Higher circles of learning is where the growth would be and smaller circles of experience sharing is where knowledge exchange takes place, share your wisdom and learn.
- Never get satisfied with your current level of achievement whether financially, academically, or spiritually, there is always a better and deeper level of Relationships that we can evolve with greater understating and true commitment to our destiny.
Side Notes:
- Couple starts went missing from the book for the same reason any writer happens to fall on that is the redundancy of the idea and the narrowed creativity perspective.
All in All it's definitely a great read for anyone who would like to ignite a burning soul towards achieving greatness and make the World a better place.
Peace and Love,
Islam.
March 13, 2018
For any person of faith that is willing to put in the work to realize their destiny in life, this book is written for you.
It encompasses different phases in life and provides the much-needed tonic for people who are at that decisive point which separates success from merely existing. This is vintage T.D. Jakes providing admonishment, inspiration, advice, and anecdotes in equal measure. There is something for everyone and a situational analysis of life, and what can be made out of it - A destiny filled life.
"No one can take your place to fulfill your destiny. This is your life. No rehearsals. No retakes. No delete button."
This is a life manual that must be savored and re-read to stay on track.
It encompasses different phases in life and provides the much-needed tonic for people who are at that decisive point which separates success from merely existing. This is vintage T.D. Jakes providing admonishment, inspiration, advice, and anecdotes in equal measure. There is something for everyone and a situational analysis of life, and what can be made out of it - A destiny filled life.
"No one can take your place to fulfill your destiny. This is your life. No rehearsals. No retakes. No delete button."
This is a life manual that must be savored and re-read to stay on track.
September 22, 2018
This book was excellent, full of insight, and examples of life experiences.
Truthfully, at a certain point, there is a disparaging accusation in which a teacher (may) ridicule someone, and that's when I returned the book. Instantly.
I was disappointed that had to be an example because being a teacher, and having many teacher friends, we simply do not ridicule our students. Quite the opposite: we dedicate our lives to our students; we teach and encourage them. I'm tired of hearing ugly comments and untruths about teachers... we endure it constantly from "parents" and members of the public. I don't want to hear it from a man I held in high regard. He lost this reader instantly.
I'm sure the rest of the book was good...
Truthfully, at a certain point, there is a disparaging accusation in which a teacher (may) ridicule someone, and that's when I returned the book. Instantly.
I was disappointed that had to be an example because being a teacher, and having many teacher friends, we simply do not ridicule our students. Quite the opposite: we dedicate our lives to our students; we teach and encourage them. I'm tired of hearing ugly comments and untruths about teachers... we endure it constantly from "parents" and members of the public. I don't want to hear it from a man I held in high regard. He lost this reader instantly.
I'm sure the rest of the book was good...
July 16, 2017
Destiny is a well-written, easy-to-understand self-help book setting out foundation principles to getting ourselves out of the way to achieve our ultimate Destiny of our lives. A well-known minister with a mega-church, T. D. Jakes practices what he preaches. He shares relevant stories of people from all walks of life who have overcome their limitations and shortcomings to rise above to achieve victory in their lives, business world, sports, whatever way they were led to gain a testimony of success. In many ways, a reminder of what many of us know to do and many times forget to do or lose our way.
May 15, 2018
This book was very informative and encouraging to pursue my God-given destiny. I have a call on my life and I want to fulfill my purpose. I can only do that through cooperation with God in His timing and guidance every step. Bishop Jakes, in this book, cleared up some of my confused thinking and explained points in detail that I needed to understand. He gave valuable insight and wisdom for walking through the journey. I was strengthened after reading this book to pursue what God has shown me and spoken to me, for His glory and for Kingdom purpose. A must read for anyone who is serious about walking with God to reach their destiny.
February 21, 2019
This is a engaging spiritual motivational book that’s has helped me change my mind set with different situations such as finances , self optimism , and personal relationships. Moreover , it helped me with understanding the obstacles to understanding and getting to my purpose of living . This book discusses all problems and situations of why you are possibly not reaching your purpose.Then it teaches you how to conquer through those difficult obstacles to focus on self. This was an amazing book I would recommend it to many friends of mine because I think it could really help everyone mind set of there purpose of life .
August 28, 2019
Did TD Jake's write this book or a ghost writer?
I was so looking forward to read this book after the positive reviews and sample reading.
When I started reading it felt like the intro to the book was definately TD Jake's and as the book progressed on I felt like the tone of the book changed and it kept changing as the book went along.
It wasn't TD Jakes any longer, but someone else who imitated his tone and thought process.
The book felt like a number of his sermons mashed together to bring out something to sell.
Very disappointed with the content even though parts of it are still worthwhile it could have been easily done with less than 100 pages.
I was so looking forward to read this book after the positive reviews and sample reading.
When I started reading it felt like the intro to the book was definately TD Jake's and as the book progressed on I felt like the tone of the book changed and it kept changing as the book went along.
It wasn't TD Jakes any longer, but someone else who imitated his tone and thought process.
The book felt like a number of his sermons mashed together to bring out something to sell.
Very disappointed with the content even though parts of it are still worthwhile it could have been easily done with less than 100 pages.
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