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At the base of every broken life, every dysfunctional relationship, every bad choice is a lie we believe. And at the root of every lie is fear. Fear of not having enough, fear of missing out, fear of being alone. The good news is, once we can identify and name our fears, we can defeat the lies that control us and live out the more abundant life that Christ promises us.
With sharp insight and deep compassion, Clayton King identifies the ten big lies we commonly believe, each rooted in the fear of losing something. He blows them apart, one by one, with God's truth, allowing readers to take back control of their hearts, minds, and actions. Covering such pervasive problems as loneliness, unforgiveness, shame, human suffering, self-image, sexual sin, and more, King shines a light on all those things that are holding us down and clears the way for the faith that sets us free.
With sharp insight and deep compassion, Clayton King identifies the ten big lies we commonly believe, each rooted in the fear of losing something. He blows them apart, one by one, with God's truth, allowing readers to take back control of their hearts, minds, and actions. Covering such pervasive problems as loneliness, unforgiveness, shame, human suffering, self-image, sexual sin, and more, King shines a light on all those things that are holding us down and clears the way for the faith that sets us free.
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240 pages, Paperback
Published May 2, 2017
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June 3, 2017
King wants readers to identify the lies we believe, those that form the basis of our choices, deal with them and then walk with new freedom in Christ. He helps us to see how the lies progress: infiltrate, insinuate, intimidate, re-create.
I did not find anything really new or enlightening in this book. King's suggestions are typical. “We overcome the lie by believing what God has told us and living according to the truth.” (114) He suggests the human actions we need to do: hate it, starve it, outsmart it. He does say it it not just self-control but human effort rooted in the power of the Holy Spirit. Overcoming will take effort yet the fight is won by faith.
King does provide much good information about the lies we believe. He shares stories and lots of information, for example, about the disastrous consequences of destructive sexual habits. He suggests a battle plan to resist temptation. While the strength to do so comes from the Holy Spirit, we must make the initial decision to hate sin. “An attitude of complete intolerance is the only attitude that will work in the war against temptation.” (134)
King admits that he has not conquered all that needs to be overcome. Writing this book was preaching to himself, he says. Overcoming is a life long journey requiring daily attention.
Those who have read other books on overcoming temptation and lies may not find anything new here. King has provided practical questions at the end of each chapter as well as space for writing. While the material in this book may not be new, the questions and space for writing do make it a book I recommend.
Food for thought: “Learn how to live in the victory Jesus won for you.” (142)
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.
I did not find anything really new or enlightening in this book. King's suggestions are typical. “We overcome the lie by believing what God has told us and living according to the truth.” (114) He suggests the human actions we need to do: hate it, starve it, outsmart it. He does say it it not just self-control but human effort rooted in the power of the Holy Spirit. Overcoming will take effort yet the fight is won by faith.
King does provide much good information about the lies we believe. He shares stories and lots of information, for example, about the disastrous consequences of destructive sexual habits. He suggests a battle plan to resist temptation. While the strength to do so comes from the Holy Spirit, we must make the initial decision to hate sin. “An attitude of complete intolerance is the only attitude that will work in the war against temptation.” (134)
King admits that he has not conquered all that needs to be overcome. Writing this book was preaching to himself, he says. Overcoming is a life long journey requiring daily attention.
Those who have read other books on overcoming temptation and lies may not find anything new here. King has provided practical questions at the end of each chapter as well as space for writing. While the material in this book may not be new, the questions and space for writing do make it a book I recommend.
Food for thought: “Learn how to live in the victory Jesus won for you.” (142)
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.
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March 13, 2018In Overcome: Replacing the Lies That Hold Us Down with the Truths That Set Us Free, Clayton King uses his own personal experiences and testimonies to show us the truths of many lies we often believe. Clayton King uses each of his 10 chapters to represent a lie that often causes us to grow apart from God. The lies that he brings up is God is mad at me, I am unloved, money is the key, and I can never change. Throughout the book He shows us the secrets behind each lie and he shows us how we can overcome these lies by proving it by the Word of God. This is a very great book for a person who has had doubts about their faith or live in depression. His book can give you confidence and strength.
I really love Clayton King. He is one of my favorite preachers. I have gone to his camp and his winter conference he hosts. I have grown so much closer to God because of his ministry. I think he has a true gift of speaking and knows how to connect with others. I think one thing he does that draws people towards him is his honesty. In this book he admits the things he has struggled with and admits he has not conquered everything. He’s so honest and that’s how people can connect with him because they can see that he isn't perfect and they can relate to him.
I really love Clayton King. He is one of my favorite preachers. I have gone to his camp and his winter conference he hosts. I have grown so much closer to God because of his ministry. I think he has a true gift of speaking and knows how to connect with others. I think one thing he does that draws people towards him is his honesty. In this book he admits the things he has struggled with and admits he has not conquered everything. He’s so honest and that’s how people can connect with him because they can see that he isn't perfect and they can relate to him.
March 15, 2019
I really enjoyed this book! I heard Clayton speak several years ago at a youth camp my church attended, and I was very impressed with his heart for the students there. He speaks truth in a firm yet gentle manner that leaves one thinking long after the message is over. I really appreciated the variety of topics he discusses in this book, and would recommend to anyone at any life stage.
March 17, 2020
I loved reading about all the lies we believe and the things we tell ourselves. It was so helpful to read something that really helps us break-down those lies and start new with God.
May 12, 2017
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“I believe a bedrock lie lurks at the root of every unhealthy choice we make, every fear we allow to dominate us, and every dysfunctional pattern we cycle through over and over again. If we can learn how to identify these bedrock lies, we can dig them out at their root and finally halt the cycle of bad choices and self-destructive behavior” (Clayton King, Overcome: Replacing the lies that hold us down with the truths that set us free, Baker Books, 2017, p. 18-19).
Review
Clayton King’s book Overcome describes 10 basic lies that keep Christians (or anybody) from a life of freedom and truth. These are lies he has dealt with in his own life, so the examples he gives are often personal. The lies he focuses on are:
1. “I needed to do more in order to be more successful and…to feel alive, important, valuable, and respected” (Clayton King, Overcome: Replacing the lies that hold us down with the truths that set us free, Baker Books, 2017, p. 17-18).
2. “God is mad at me and that’s why my life is filled with hurt and disappointment” (p. 25).
3. “I am unloved and alone” (p. 45).
4. “It’s hopeless. Things will never get better” (p. 61).
5. “Good people don’t suffer” (p. 79).
6. “Sex is no big deal” (p. 99).
7. “I can’t resist temptation” (p. 123).
8. “Money will solve all my problems” (p. 145).
9. “I can’t forgive or be forgiven” (p. 169).
10. “I can never change” (p. 191).
King says, “I want to expose the power of the lies we listen to. I want to show you how to identify the lie and fight the lie. I want you to overcome” (p. 19). Therefore, the power of this book is the alternative reality he gives to people based on the truth of God’s Word and ways a person can root out a lie and replace it with God’s truth.
M.L. Codman-Wilson, Ph.D., 5/12/2017
Excerpts
“Our mind works at times like the spin cycle of a laundry machine. We load our dirty laundry (our thoughts) into the machine (our mind). Stress, worry, and anxiety are the triggers like pushing the buttons that start the cycle. Our thoughts get trapped in our head, agitating back and forth, spinning around and around in a seemingly never ending cycle…The lies infiltrate my mind without me even knowing it, insinuating that things in my life will never get better, intimidating me into believing I just need to accept reality, and recreating my outlook and attitude to a blind acceptance of a [dreadful] future…Regardless of what your own personal spin cycle is right now, one thing is clear: it has to stop…You overcome when you open the door” (pp. 64, 66-67).
“I believe a bedrock lie lurks at the root of every unhealthy choice we make, every fear we allow to dominate us, and every dysfunctional pattern we cycle through over and over again. If we can learn how to identify these bedrock lies, we can dig them out at their root and finally halt the cycle of bad choices and self-destructive behavior” (Clayton King, Overcome: Replacing the lies that hold us down with the truths that set us free, Baker Books, 2017, p. 18-19).
Review
Clayton King’s book Overcome describes 10 basic lies that keep Christians (or anybody) from a life of freedom and truth. These are lies he has dealt with in his own life, so the examples he gives are often personal. The lies he focuses on are:
1. “I needed to do more in order to be more successful and…to feel alive, important, valuable, and respected” (Clayton King, Overcome: Replacing the lies that hold us down with the truths that set us free, Baker Books, 2017, p. 17-18).
2. “God is mad at me and that’s why my life is filled with hurt and disappointment” (p. 25).
3. “I am unloved and alone” (p. 45).
4. “It’s hopeless. Things will never get better” (p. 61).
5. “Good people don’t suffer” (p. 79).
6. “Sex is no big deal” (p. 99).
7. “I can’t resist temptation” (p. 123).
8. “Money will solve all my problems” (p. 145).
9. “I can’t forgive or be forgiven” (p. 169).
10. “I can never change” (p. 191).
King says, “I want to expose the power of the lies we listen to. I want to show you how to identify the lie and fight the lie. I want you to overcome” (p. 19). Therefore, the power of this book is the alternative reality he gives to people based on the truth of God’s Word and ways a person can root out a lie and replace it with God’s truth.
M.L. Codman-Wilson, Ph.D., 5/12/2017
Excerpts
“Our mind works at times like the spin cycle of a laundry machine. We load our dirty laundry (our thoughts) into the machine (our mind). Stress, worry, and anxiety are the triggers like pushing the buttons that start the cycle. Our thoughts get trapped in our head, agitating back and forth, spinning around and around in a seemingly never ending cycle…The lies infiltrate my mind without me even knowing it, insinuating that things in my life will never get better, intimidating me into believing I just need to accept reality, and recreating my outlook and attitude to a blind acceptance of a [dreadful] future…Regardless of what your own personal spin cycle is right now, one thing is clear: it has to stop…You overcome when you open the door” (pp. 64, 66-67).
August 18, 2017
Rating 3.5 stars
We are not fighting for victory. We are fighting from victory.
This however, is the mystery of the gospel. The way up is the way down. The way to gain righteousness is to confess your unrighteousness. The way to grow strong is to admit your weakness. The way to become wise is to confess your foolishness. God only fills empty hands, and so only when you are in yourself can you be strong in him. Those who overcome the world are not strong themselves but strong in their confidence in God.
The struggle is real when our desires do not match up with God's kingdom. King in ten chapters walks the reader in identifying your weakness, the lies you believe and how to replace the lies with the truth.
Getting to Know the Real God-and trusting him with our wounds.
Love and Loneliness - choosing who has authority in our emotional lives
Reaching Out to God - He is our hope when all hope seems lost
Understanding the Purpose of Suffering - God uses our pain to transform us and others.
Love and Intimacy-Understanding God's design for human sexuality
Fighting Temptation with Faith - and knowing your victory is in Christ
The Pursuit of Happiness - Finding safety, security and satisfaction not in worldly things but in God
Forgive Us Our trespasses- Receiving God's forgiveness so that we may forgive others
Knocking on the Door to Change - and Trusting God will answer.
Live and Love Again- Allowing the Truth to set you free.
In a conversational tone, King is exposes the lie that keeps a soul in bondage. My favorite is the chapter on Love and Intimacy. He shares when he was asked to talk on sexuality at a high school. A young woman shouted that she could do what ever she wanted with her body and did not see anything wrong with having sex with whomever she pleased. King then told her that in 20 years, he would like to know if she would feel the same way. Chances are he told her that she would feel differently. Chances are he would not have the opportunity to speak with her again in twenty years, but God is not a God of chance. He did speak with her and she regrets her attitude.
With most struggles, we want instant gratification, our rights honored and we do not see the whole picture. Seeing the whole picture of the redemption the kingdom brings, keeps our eyes on the prize and not on ourselves.
A Special Thank You to Baker Books and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
Each
We are not fighting for victory. We are fighting from victory.
This however, is the mystery of the gospel. The way up is the way down. The way to gain righteousness is to confess your unrighteousness. The way to grow strong is to admit your weakness. The way to become wise is to confess your foolishness. God only fills empty hands, and so only when you are in yourself can you be strong in him. Those who overcome the world are not strong themselves but strong in their confidence in God.
The struggle is real when our desires do not match up with God's kingdom. King in ten chapters walks the reader in identifying your weakness, the lies you believe and how to replace the lies with the truth.
Getting to Know the Real God-and trusting him with our wounds.
Love and Loneliness - choosing who has authority in our emotional lives
Reaching Out to God - He is our hope when all hope seems lost
Understanding the Purpose of Suffering - God uses our pain to transform us and others.
Love and Intimacy-Understanding God's design for human sexuality
Fighting Temptation with Faith - and knowing your victory is in Christ
The Pursuit of Happiness - Finding safety, security and satisfaction not in worldly things but in God
Forgive Us Our trespasses- Receiving God's forgiveness so that we may forgive others
Knocking on the Door to Change - and Trusting God will answer.
Live and Love Again- Allowing the Truth to set you free.
In a conversational tone, King is exposes the lie that keeps a soul in bondage. My favorite is the chapter on Love and Intimacy. He shares when he was asked to talk on sexuality at a high school. A young woman shouted that she could do what ever she wanted with her body and did not see anything wrong with having sex with whomever she pleased. King then told her that in 20 years, he would like to know if she would feel the same way. Chances are he told her that she would feel differently. Chances are he would not have the opportunity to speak with her again in twenty years, but God is not a God of chance. He did speak with her and she regrets her attitude.
With most struggles, we want instant gratification, our rights honored and we do not see the whole picture. Seeing the whole picture of the redemption the kingdom brings, keeps our eyes on the prize and not on ourselves.
A Special Thank You to Baker Books and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
Each
May 24, 2017
I was not familiar with the ministry of Clayton King but now thanks to this book, I have added him to my list of ministries that I follow. King has a great gift for speaking which can also be seen through his writing. Overcome is not a self-help Christian book (there's too many of those already, the Christian community doesn't need any more of those) but rather unapologetic powerful truths for self-reflection. King goes through several lies we tend to believe that hinder our spiritual growth. Through personal stories and the testimonies of others, King acknowledges the most common lies of the human heart one by one and destroys them with the power of the Word of God. If you've ever felt stuck, unloved, hurt, ashamed, unhappy, or angry at God, this book is for you. This is not one of those how-to books; King helps you identify the root problem and provides scriptural Truths to counteract the lies that keep you in circles. This book is for those who are tired and weary who might need that nudge towards seeking complete freedom in Christ. Overcome is a book everyone can relate to in some way or another. I absolutely enjoyed this powerful book and still trying to digest (it's that good!). I give this book 5 stars out of 5! I highly recommend it!
Chapters:
1. Getting to know the real God
2. Love and loneliness
3. Reaching out to God
4. Understanding the purpose of suffering
5. Love and intimacy
6. Fighting temptation with faith
7. The pursuit of happiness
8. Forgive us our trespasses
9. Knocking on the door to change
10. Live and love again
I received a copy of this book from Baker Publishing without a required review positive or negative. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.
Chapters:
1. Getting to know the real God
2. Love and loneliness
3. Reaching out to God
4. Understanding the purpose of suffering
5. Love and intimacy
6. Fighting temptation with faith
7. The pursuit of happiness
8. Forgive us our trespasses
9. Knocking on the door to change
10. Live and love again
I received a copy of this book from Baker Publishing without a required review positive or negative. All opinions expressed are entirely my own.
May 31, 2017
In Overcome: Replacing the Lies That Hold Us Down with the Truths That Set Us Free, Clayton King introduces us to his personal efforts to overcome some of the most powerful lies that can hold us down and keep us from realizing the Truth of God's presence in our lives.
Here, Clayton has selected ten common and powerful lies that we allow ourselves to believe everyday - God is mad at me, I am unloved and alone, things will never get better, good people don't suffer, and more - and breaks each one down to show us how the lie works by infiltrating, insinuating, intimidating, and re-creating your reality.
Once we see how the lie works, through powerful real-life examples, Clayton shows us the Truth that each lie hides, and reveals how to uncover and reinforce that Truth in order to break the cycle of lies that we're stuck in.
I really appreciate Clayton's candid personal approach - he has no problem admitting his own weaknesses as encouraging for our journey. I also found the "Next Steps" reflection/journaling section at the end of each chapter to be helpful.
I'd recommend this book to any Christ follower who is having a hard time letting go of the lies that stand between them and their personal relationship with God. 5/5 stars.
*Disclaimer: I received a free print copy of this book from Baker Books for the purpose of this honest review. All opinions are my own.*
Here, Clayton has selected ten common and powerful lies that we allow ourselves to believe everyday - God is mad at me, I am unloved and alone, things will never get better, good people don't suffer, and more - and breaks each one down to show us how the lie works by infiltrating, insinuating, intimidating, and re-creating your reality.
Once we see how the lie works, through powerful real-life examples, Clayton shows us the Truth that each lie hides, and reveals how to uncover and reinforce that Truth in order to break the cycle of lies that we're stuck in.
I really appreciate Clayton's candid personal approach - he has no problem admitting his own weaknesses as encouraging for our journey. I also found the "Next Steps" reflection/journaling section at the end of each chapter to be helpful.
I'd recommend this book to any Christ follower who is having a hard time letting go of the lies that stand between them and their personal relationship with God. 5/5 stars.
*Disclaimer: I received a free print copy of this book from Baker Books for the purpose of this honest review. All opinions are my own.*
June 12, 2017
Overcome
Replacing the Lies That Hold Us Down with the Truths That Set Us Free
by Clayton King
Baker Books
Christian
Pub Date 02 May 2017
I am reviewing a copy of Overcome through Baker Books and Netgalley:
This is not a typical book about Overcoming instead it is a book about how you can find victory over life's challenges by letting Jesus overcome them through you.
The author goes on to remind us that a lie will isolate us, and hurt us.
We often believe the lie that God is mad at us, but infact he loves us more than words can express.
The questions and excercises at the end of the chapter allow for either group or personal study.
We often find ourselves believe the lie that we are unloved and alone when in reality God loves you the way you are, and that he would rather die than be without you. The author points out of that faith fights fear.
The author points out too that our pain has the power to transform us.
I give Overcome five out of five stars!
Happy Reading!
July 4, 2017
Clayton King has done it again – he has written a book so powerful it is life-changing. Clayton King has a gift, without question, of delivering God’s message to us, the folks who need and want to hear it. My favorite chapter of Clayton’s new book “Overcome: Replacing the Lies That Hold Us Down with the Truths That Set Us Free” was Chapter 4 – Understand the Purpose of Suffering. I’m coming through a season of suffering, and I am thankful to Clayton for helping me understand more. This chapter came from God, through Clayton, to me. Thank you. It was exactly what I needed to hear. The whole book is filled with profound, amazing wisdom and I encourage you to read it, bookmark it, and read it again. Just like his last book “Stronger”, his newest book “Overcome”, published by BakerBooks in 2017, will change your life.
“Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.”
“Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.”
November 12, 2017
Overcome is a splendid, biblical explanation on how when we live according to God's truth, we can overcome any obstacle that is in our path. The book describes real life examples that all of us go through and how the power of the cross can set us free from all of our struggles.
I like how this book is both practical without being judgmental. Clayton has a motivating pastoral voice that spurs action without making you feel judged. I would recommend this book to any Christian wanting to live a victorious, God honoring life.
I received this book for free in exchange for a fair and honest review.
I like how this book is both practical without being judgmental. Clayton has a motivating pastoral voice that spurs action without making you feel judged. I would recommend this book to any Christian wanting to live a victorious, God honoring life.
I received this book for free in exchange for a fair and honest review.
July 31, 2017
I received a copy of this book courtesy of NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
An average Christian book. Not a lot of new information.
What I liked best about the book
Instead of discussion questions at the end of the chapter, “Next Steps”. This section gave deeper insight and a recap of the chapter. Discussion questions and helpful activities. The “Next Steps” section really helped you personalize the lesson. It is great for group or personal study.
An average Christian book. Not a lot of new information.
What I liked best about the book
Instead of discussion questions at the end of the chapter, “Next Steps”. This section gave deeper insight and a recap of the chapter. Discussion questions and helpful activities. The “Next Steps” section really helped you personalize the lesson. It is great for group or personal study.
June 24, 2025
A lot of things from this book I already discovered on my own, but I also found myself discovering new ways to grow in my faith. So, even if you think you know everything, this book will help you search places in your heart you didn't think to look :)
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