The Mission Driven Life

by Audrey Rindlisbacher

The 7 Laws of Life Mission and How to Live Them

ebook

Published January 1, 2018

Reviews

[Jennifer Parent · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a great book to read for those who are familiar with Thomas Jefferson Education, also known as Leadership Education, a philosophy of education practiced primarily by home schoolers but also seen influencing some private and charter school settings (e.g. Williamsburg and some charter schools in Utah, Nevada and Arizona). Some of its core principles are: mentors not professors, classics not textbooks, get an education to match your life mission without letting your schooling get in the way just to name a few. At the same time, any person who even has a desire to believe in a higher source (God) and is trying to live a principled and meaningful life would benefit from reading this book. It specifically addresses the concept of how to identify and live your life mission. The author wanted to see if there were underlying principles, even natural laws, that if followed, created truly great leaders who were respected for their impact on the world. She researched and studied the lives of as many great leaders as she could to see what they might share in common. This book outlines her detailed study of the ten Boom family and pulls out seven laws that she saw across other great leaders as well. She used examples from the ten Boom family to illustrate each law. I have extensively studied Seven Habits of Highly Effective People over the last couple of years, and this book complements that study quite nicely.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the print version of this book (The Principle Press, 2019, ISBN 978-0-578-58505-5). I enjoyed learning more about the ten Boom family as Audrey used their story to illustrate the principles she is teaching. And, while the principles for a mission-driven life outlined by Audrey are nothing new (you can find them in scripture and other great/classic writings and in the lives of people who live this type of life), Audrey made the effort to find the universal principles (the "common thread") that apply to all who live and want to live mission-driven lives. I especially liked the distinction that a life mission is an errand given by God whereas a life purpose is self-assigned or chosen.

[Marni · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read this multiple times deeply. This year (2022) I read and discussed it with a group of women this summer chapter by chapter, and now I'm reading it with some of their children.

Audrey studied great lives and identified the laws and principles they lived by to be able to do the things they did. In following these things myself, my life feels more centered and I live my religion better.

Highly recommended! Read The Hiding Place along with it.

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read/listened to this book for my book club this month. I thought it was fine. With my religious upbringing, and other books I have already read, I didn’t feel that there was anything new for me here, but it was interesting to listen to and fun to learn a little bit more about the Ten Boom family.

[Andrea M · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books written on living your purpose. It is based on the real life experiences of Corrie Ten Boom. The principles of how to live are extracted from how Corrie describes her home life as a child. Later, her father showed great courage in helping Jews despite great danger. His determination was guided by the principles he lived and taught his family.

[Cassondra · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ? I have mixed feelings about this book. It has good material, but nothing super unique. It is inspiring, but I wouldn't probably read it again. I didn't love the terminology used, and it felt wordy and redundant. While I recognized good in the content, the presentation did not invoke trust for the author on a deep level. Hmmm.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve been listening to the author’s podcast and am really impressed by the depth and breath of her knowledge of history and great literature that is guided by her faith. The book details how to center your life on God’s plan for you and prepare for that plan by learning about true principles.

[Elizabeth Reid · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was expecting a book that would make me feel bad about not living up to my full potential. But, instead, I was so so surprised to be uplifted, inspired, and motivated. This is a fabulous book that taught me a lot. I will be referring back to it all my life.

[Desiree W. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very inspiring book. I am really excited to read the hiding place now too.

[Amelia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book so inspiring, it gave me the tools to get going on my own mission driven life. I am doing the academy that the author runs, and so far I love it.

[Michele Dale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting ideas. I want to test them out. It follows ideas that I believe. To focus on the principle could change the way you make decisions.