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Grace Over Grind: How Grace Will Take Your Business Where Grinding Can't
“More than a must-read, it is a must-revisit-often entrepreneurial classic.” Dr. Jim Harris, author of the internationally acclaimed book Our Unfair AdvantageIn the world of entrepreneurship, hustling and grinding will earn you a badge of honor. In the Kingdom of God, it is an inferior substitute for working by the infinite power of God's grace.
For the past five years, Christ-centered entrepreneurs have turned to this celebrated guide to grow in the Biblical truth of God’s empowering grace in business. In these pages, you’ll discover how to eliminate the burdens of the grind and embrace the gifts of God’s grace to
Transcendent Peace
Abundant Rest
Sustainable Rhythms
Faithful Collaboration
Divine Favor
Kingdom Impact
This 5th Anniversary expanded edition includes new chapters, more testimonies, and more invitations to deeper rest in God.
Grace Over Grind will challenge you, shift your thinking, and transform the way that you work so that you can glorify God and experience immeasurably more than you could ask or imagine in life and business.
For the past five years, Christ-centered entrepreneurs have turned to this celebrated guide to grow in the Biblical truth of God’s empowering grace in business. In these pages, you’ll discover how to eliminate the burdens of the grind and embrace the gifts of God’s grace to
Transcendent Peace
Abundant Rest
Sustainable Rhythms
Faithful Collaboration
Divine Favor
Kingdom Impact
This 5th Anniversary expanded edition includes new chapters, more testimonies, and more invitations to deeper rest in God.
Grace Over Grind will challenge you, shift your thinking, and transform the way that you work so that you can glorify God and experience immeasurably more than you could ask or imagine in life and business.
124 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 13, 2017
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September 15, 2022
This book was exactly what I needed to hear at this time of waiting for Holy Spirit to direct me on launching my business. Very encouraging. Expect God to speak to you!
April 26, 2023
The confirmation and growth!!
I have owned my own business for 11 yrs. I was trying to start my business while working for someone else. And a friend said Dawn you will never see how high God can make you soar if you do not let go of the cliff. I did, I was a single mom and going to school full time and it was the scariest thing I had ever done. My business is growing rapidly right now. And I struggle with taking in to much and God reminding me that He only called me to work 4 days a week. Then when bills are do I freak out and over do. It has been here recently that God had been showing me how to work in grace and I am finally letting go. Then a friend recommended your book and I felt it was a huge confirmation to what God was giving me already and great steps and questions to chew on and remind myself with. Thank you so much
I have owned my own business for 11 yrs. I was trying to start my business while working for someone else. And a friend said Dawn you will never see how high God can make you soar if you do not let go of the cliff. I did, I was a single mom and going to school full time and it was the scariest thing I had ever done. My business is growing rapidly right now. And I struggle with taking in to much and God reminding me that He only called me to work 4 days a week. Then when bills are do I freak out and over do. It has been here recently that God had been showing me how to work in grace and I am finally letting go. Then a friend recommended your book and I felt it was a huge confirmation to what God was giving me already and great steps and questions to chew on and remind myself with. Thank you so much
December 29, 2021
I discovered Shae Bynes and her book, Grace Over Grind, when a friend suggested I listen to a podcast called Kingdom Driven Entrepreneurs. I am beyond grateful for Shae's wisdom and insight in both her book and her podcast. She has confirmed what I have believed for a long time - it's not our hustle that makes the biggest waves, it is being still and knowing that He is God when the ripples from our heartbeats impact the world the most. Father God, I WILL delight in You! Thank you for working thru Shae to touch my life in a simple yet profound way!
October 12, 2022
I found Grace over Grind to be an encouraging read.
"avoid making an idol out of hard work and mistaking your identity as being in your work or your achievements versus in Jesus Christ." - Quote -
Shae tells.us many stories.from her own life where giving up that control we often seek in our business dealings and giving it to God frees us to serve him in lasting ways. She shares the stories of others who have found God ease these burdens and replace them with his love.
We don't have to strive or grind our way through our work, but remain faithful. Amen.
"avoid making an idol out of hard work and mistaking your identity as being in your work or your achievements versus in Jesus Christ." - Quote -
Shae tells.us many stories.from her own life where giving up that control we often seek in our business dealings and giving it to God frees us to serve him in lasting ways. She shares the stories of others who have found God ease these burdens and replace them with his love.
We don't have to strive or grind our way through our work, but remain faithful. Amen.
April 12, 2018
Short but so helpful!
I am in the beginning stages of creating my business and heard about this book from a fellow coach. Wow! It is just what I needed. There is so much noise out there telling you to do 5 million different things and it can be overwhelming! This book opened my eyes to the idea that God is my CEO and to have business meetings with him...not all these gurus online. That if I listen to Him and follow His path than I will be successful.
I am in the beginning stages of creating my business and heard about this book from a fellow coach. Wow! It is just what I needed. There is so much noise out there telling you to do 5 million different things and it can be overwhelming! This book opened my eyes to the idea that God is my CEO and to have business meetings with him...not all these gurus online. That if I listen to Him and follow His path than I will be successful.
February 28, 2020
Amazing Book
I have been a believer all of my life but, I am currently in a deeper walk and relationship with God and putting him first and in every single step of my business. This book was absolutely amazing. I love how almost everything she said was referencing back to a scripture in the Bible just to reassure you her words were in fact, facts and not opinion or solely based on experience.
I have been a believer all of my life but, I am currently in a deeper walk and relationship with God and putting him first and in every single step of my business. This book was absolutely amazing. I love how almost everything she said was referencing back to a scripture in the Bible just to reassure you her words were in fact, facts and not opinion or solely based on experience.
November 19, 2021
Confirming and Transformational book.
Grace Over Grind is a quick read but it is a confirming and transformational book for entrepreneurs or even those in ministry who are stuck in the grind. From start to finish it confirms what God has spoken to me regarding working so much. This book will require reflection and application but it will transform your way of out of the hustle and relying more on God’s grace.
Grace Over Grind is a quick read but it is a confirming and transformational book for entrepreneurs or even those in ministry who are stuck in the grind. From start to finish it confirms what God has spoken to me regarding working so much. This book will require reflection and application but it will transform your way of out of the hustle and relying more on God’s grace.
July 7, 2018
This book is Amazing!
I’m an avid reader and have never read a book on entrepreneurship so rich in content while focusing on biblical principles. If you’re Kingdompreneur or Christian Leader and you want to know how to partner with God in your business which by the way guarantees both natural and spiritual abundance, this is the book for you.
I’m an avid reader and have never read a book on entrepreneurship so rich in content while focusing on biblical principles. If you’re Kingdompreneur or Christian Leader and you want to know how to partner with God in your business which by the way guarantees both natural and spiritual abundance, this is the book for you.
April 23, 2020
Awesome Resources!
Read this book as part of a book club selection. I realized Grace over Grind was written for me. It caused me to shift my thinking n the way I approach my business. I realize now, what I had been missing, The true CEO of my business. The message in Grace over Grind is timely and timeless. I will keep this one as a desktop reference book.
Read this book as part of a book club selection. I realized Grace over Grind was written for me. It caused me to shift my thinking n the way I approach my business. I realize now, what I had been missing, The true CEO of my business. The message in Grace over Grind is timely and timeless. I will keep this one as a desktop reference book.
March 23, 2021
I love that this book is short. No fluff. My fear when it comes to books like these is that they'll emphasize how worldly success can be found through a relationship with God. This book didn't do that. It introduced a more grace-oriented way of working and equally talked about the struggle, hardship, and the possibility of failure, that comes when we're going outside our comfort zone.
September 23, 2022
A short but encouraging book. Great inspiration for anyone who wants to stop getting burned out and start doing God's work! Other than the author referring to the Holy Spirit as just Holy Spirit (which really annoyed me, but I realize it's just a pet peeve of mine), I enjoyed listening to this audiobook and will likely revisit it if I start forgetting to embrace grace over grind.
January 13, 2018
Amazing
Everything I needed to read to help me along my entrepreneurial journey. God inspired, practical and an extremely helpful tool to help me stay focused on being a steward of Gods vision.
Everything I needed to read to help me along my entrepreneurial journey. God inspired, practical and an extremely helpful tool to help me stay focused on being a steward of Gods vision.
October 20, 2018
Nothing compares
I've read them so from Jakes to small time authors. Shaw eloquently and clearly defines what choosing grace over grind looks like. She calls out the hustle and makes you think about what you've been letting guide your work progress until now. Get this book.
I've read them so from Jakes to small time authors. Shaw eloquently and clearly defines what choosing grace over grind looks like. She calls out the hustle and makes you think about what you've been letting guide your work progress until now. Get this book.
January 23, 2019
Wow thank you God for this book 🙏
Love this book. after reading this, praying, fasting. So many opportunities open up for me businesses. My business is now transforming into a more God driven business
Love this book. after reading this, praying, fasting. So many opportunities open up for me businesses. My business is now transforming into a more God driven business
March 1, 2020
I listened to this on audio. It was fast and to the point. My biggest take away was that grace and peace are interchangeable. You need to offer it to others as much as embrace it for yourself. Nothing, especially business, is more important than your relationship with God.
August 1, 2020
Very Easy Read
Inspiring and easy read. Shared some insightful thoughts on being versus striving and how to allow Jesus to lead our business. It’s so important we go to God. I liked the balance between personal stories and lesson learned and Biblical examples.
Inspiring and easy read. Shared some insightful thoughts on being versus striving and how to allow Jesus to lead our business. It’s so important we go to God. I liked the balance between personal stories and lesson learned and Biblical examples.
March 11, 2018
Great 👍Read
This book is a great source of inspiration for anyone who is or aspires to be an entrepreneur and desires to do it God's way.
This book is a great source of inspiration for anyone who is or aspires to be an entrepreneur and desires to do it God's way.
December 24, 2018
A book that focuses on being an entrepreneur, but honing on Godly principles.
November 20, 2019
Truly remarkable book. I read it often for perspective and as a reminder.
December 30, 2019
Principles to live by
Grace over Grind is a fantastic read. It encourages the reader to seek first the kingdom of God & be kingdom minded.
Grace over Grind is a fantastic read. It encourages the reader to seek first the kingdom of God & be kingdom minded.
January 2, 2020
Great Read!
This book offered many practical advices on relying on God’s Wisdom and Guidance in business. Definitely a book I would recommend to entrepreneurs.
This book offered many practical advices on relying on God’s Wisdom and Guidance in business. Definitely a book I would recommend to entrepreneurs.
July 30, 2020
I LOVE IT!
I am so encouraged and inspired by this book. I am in the midst of starting a ministry/business and find myself feeling so lost at times, but I thank God for this book.
I am so encouraged and inspired by this book. I am in the midst of starting a ministry/business and find myself feeling so lost at times, but I thank God for this book.
August 29, 2020
I've read this book over 10 times in the past three years. Convicts me every time.
October 14, 2022
Thought provoking
Challenging, thought provoking, yet basic. The book was short-there are parts that I wish the author had elaborated a little more but still very good.
Challenging, thought provoking, yet basic. The book was short-there are parts that I wish the author had elaborated a little more but still very good.
April 7, 2023
This was such an excellent book with many practical Godly wisdom nuggets! Would highly recommend!
January 2, 2024
Great practical principles of how God wants you to work.
August 9, 2019
Great quick read with thoughtful questions at the end of each chapter. Highly recommended for Christian entrepreneurs seeking to find their "flow" in their life and business.
January 6, 2023
I listened to the audiobook (read by the author) and want to get a print version to go through the material again to process it deeper. [Edit: buy the print version with the workbook! Well worth the investment of time to work through the material. Having now listened to the audiobook and read and worked through the print book, I expect this will be a book I revisit a number of times in the future.]
The biblical principles laid out in this short book have the potential to be life-changing for Christian businesspeople.
The biblical principles laid out in this short book have the potential to be life-changing for Christian businesspeople.
November 22, 2018
This was a great book, it was just shorter than I was expecting and I wanted more from it. But definitely pick it up if you're looking for ways to keep God at the center of your business and chase after his best.
April 17, 2023
I’ve never liked the word hustle..
As a person seeking to build a business that a
Gina with my God-given purpose, I’ve never liked the word “hustle”. It just didn’t fit with God’s way of doing things. Grace over Grind introduced me to a new way of doing business; the Kingdom way.
As a person seeking to build a business that a
Gina with my God-given purpose, I’ve never liked the word “hustle”. It just didn’t fit with God’s way of doing things. Grace over Grind introduced me to a new way of doing business; the Kingdom way.
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