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Imagine: Trusting God Like Never Before
"What a great book! I've picked it up and now I can't put it down. Full of encouraging truth. Authentic & real and practical ways of changing your life. I would definitely recommend! I can't wait for the next book!"
Imagine what your life would be like if you really trusted God? Imagine the impact on your faith, your family and your other relationships. Imagine the impact on your career, ambitions, dreams, finances and health. Imagine the doors God might open and the new adventures you might enjoy.
So many of us struggle to trust God, yet this is the key to discovering the life He intended for us. Using Proverbs 3:5-6 as a core text, pastor and author Simon Lawton will take you on a journey of new faith and discovery. He explores how we can learn to trust God fully, to overcome everyday challenges, to master fear & anxiety, to trust God on the dark and difficult days and to acknowledge God in the big and small, to trust in His infinite knowledge and to stay on the straight paths God lays out for us.
By the end of 'Imagine' you will have been challenged to really trust God, encouraged and inspired by the authors own experiences and transparency to deepen your faith and you will discover the endless possibilities of a life lived by fully trusting God. Whatever stage you are at in your Christian faith - this is a book that will inspire you to trust God like never before and live like never before - but be warned - you may need to read it twice. It's packed with wisdom and insight from Simon's life and ministry experience and each chapter is interwoven with the Word of God.
"This is a great book to read if you want to get closer to God. It is so easy to read and so inspiring. I have really enjoyed it and am now going back to the beginning to read it all over again to find all the gems I may have missed the first time."
"This is an incredibly powerful book written as if the author is chatting to you about his own life, struggles and experiences during his ongoing walk with God. It is a very real and honest book with bible verses to back up what the author is sharing about. Personally this book is having a big impact on me and my faith in God. I would recommend to anyone to buy this book if you want to deepen your relationship with God at whatever stage you are in your walk. Imagine the impact this book could have on your life...."
"An excellent book that really makes you think about what the possibilities are if we actually live as the Bible tells us to. If we have real Biblical faith. As a Pastor, I will be encouraging each person in my church to buy and read a copy of this book. It's highly recommended."
"This is a really enjoyable book. Simon brings together his love for people and passion for the Bible to open up one of the most loved but least understood promises in all of scripture. Highly practical but full of inspiration and encouragement, Imagine will warm your heart, deepen your faith and strengthen your steps as you walk forward into all that God has for your life." (Chris Cartwright, General Superintendent. Elim churches)
"Faith is always an adventure, and adventures are sometimes scary but never boring. Read this book intentionally. Let it soak through your soul and revitalise long-forgotten dreams. Let it reignite your hunger for God and yearning to see Him move again. Here you will find inspiration for the discouraged, hope for the despairing and grace for the fearful. Let the God of whom Simon speaks touch you through his words and bring life to your soul again." (Malcolm Duncan, pastor, author, theologian, broadcaster, FRSA)
Small Group Study Notes
Imagine includes an extensive small group study guide, questions, icebreakers & prayer pointers.
Imagine what your life would be like if you really trusted God? Imagine the impact on your faith, your family and your other relationships. Imagine the impact on your career, ambitions, dreams, finances and health. Imagine the doors God might open and the new adventures you might enjoy.
So many of us struggle to trust God, yet this is the key to discovering the life He intended for us. Using Proverbs 3:5-6 as a core text, pastor and author Simon Lawton will take you on a journey of new faith and discovery. He explores how we can learn to trust God fully, to overcome everyday challenges, to master fear & anxiety, to trust God on the dark and difficult days and to acknowledge God in the big and small, to trust in His infinite knowledge and to stay on the straight paths God lays out for us.
By the end of 'Imagine' you will have been challenged to really trust God, encouraged and inspired by the authors own experiences and transparency to deepen your faith and you will discover the endless possibilities of a life lived by fully trusting God. Whatever stage you are at in your Christian faith - this is a book that will inspire you to trust God like never before and live like never before - but be warned - you may need to read it twice. It's packed with wisdom and insight from Simon's life and ministry experience and each chapter is interwoven with the Word of God.
"This is a great book to read if you want to get closer to God. It is so easy to read and so inspiring. I have really enjoyed it and am now going back to the beginning to read it all over again to find all the gems I may have missed the first time."
"This is an incredibly powerful book written as if the author is chatting to you about his own life, struggles and experiences during his ongoing walk with God. It is a very real and honest book with bible verses to back up what the author is sharing about. Personally this book is having a big impact on me and my faith in God. I would recommend to anyone to buy this book if you want to deepen your relationship with God at whatever stage you are in your walk. Imagine the impact this book could have on your life...."
"An excellent book that really makes you think about what the possibilities are if we actually live as the Bible tells us to. If we have real Biblical faith. As a Pastor, I will be encouraging each person in my church to buy and read a copy of this book. It's highly recommended."
"This is a really enjoyable book. Simon brings together his love for people and passion for the Bible to open up one of the most loved but least understood promises in all of scripture. Highly practical but full of inspiration and encouragement, Imagine will warm your heart, deepen your faith and strengthen your steps as you walk forward into all that God has for your life." (Chris Cartwright, General Superintendent. Elim churches)
"Faith is always an adventure, and adventures are sometimes scary but never boring. Read this book intentionally. Let it soak through your soul and revitalise long-forgotten dreams. Let it reignite your hunger for God and yearning to see Him move again. Here you will find inspiration for the discouraged, hope for the despairing and grace for the fearful. Let the God of whom Simon speaks touch you through his words and bring life to your soul again." (Malcolm Duncan, pastor, author, theologian, broadcaster, FRSA)
Small Group Study Notes
Imagine includes an extensive small group study guide, questions, icebreakers & prayer pointers.
254 pages, Paperback
Published March 21, 2018
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About the author
Simon Lawton
3 books16 followersSimon Lawton, is the author of "Imagine”, “Courage for the discouraged” and the recently published "Pray wait trust” and he has pastored churches in Crewe, Newcastle, Birmingham and currently leads Banbury Community Church. He and his wife Julia have five children and seven grandchildren. Simon is a keen Leicester City supporter and enjoys travelling, running and reading.
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October 15, 2018
A great book about what God can do in your life if you really trust Him and obey His calling. Written from the author's own personal experiences. A perfect book to hand out at churches and also to friends.
This is a book that I would definitely pick up and read over and over again. Because I do believe in this generation we need that reminder to trust God in everything. “Imagine” what he could do it you just trust him.
Thank you for such a great publish.
This is a book that I would definitely pick up and read over and over again. Because I do believe in this generation we need that reminder to trust God in everything. “Imagine” what he could do it you just trust him.
Thank you for such a great publish.
November 12, 2020
Such a thought provoking, encouraging book, to lift your spirits and bring the comfort to share.
June 23, 2018
A very intelligent, encouraging and helpful read.
On my journey through life and ministry I am learning that feelings are not meant to lead but they are meant to follow faith. Easier said than done but essential to fulfil vision and necessary for Christian living in itself. Without TRUST it is impossible to allow Faith to lead because we are so feelings orientated. The author in sharing deeply about his own life and many years in ministry, along with the many quotes of others, makes for a deep and very personal account of learning to trust and then developing trust more. The result makes for a very intelligent read as well as a devotional read of equal magnitude. The book has first reminded me of the power of trust and also my need to continue to understand it's practical outworking and development. A great an enjoyable read that will without doubt educate and inspire you.
On my journey through life and ministry I am learning that feelings are not meant to lead but they are meant to follow faith. Easier said than done but essential to fulfil vision and necessary for Christian living in itself. Without TRUST it is impossible to allow Faith to lead because we are so feelings orientated. The author in sharing deeply about his own life and many years in ministry, along with the many quotes of others, makes for a deep and very personal account of learning to trust and then developing trust more. The result makes for a very intelligent read as well as a devotional read of equal magnitude. The book has first reminded me of the power of trust and also my need to continue to understand it's practical outworking and development. A great an enjoyable read that will without doubt educate and inspire you.
January 13, 2026
This was my second read through, and I took even more from the book this time round.
I remember saying the prayer at the end of the book my first time reading, I remember wanting to be born again so bad, and now I am 3 and a half years into my walk with Christ 🙏🏻
I remember saying the prayer at the end of the book my first time reading, I remember wanting to be born again so bad, and now I am 3 and a half years into my walk with Christ 🙏🏻
August 13, 2021
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