character_matters-nine_essential_traits_you_need_to_succeed

by mark-rutland

Libro usado en buenas condiciones, por su antiguedad podria contener señales normales de uso

Genres: Christianity, Leadership, Christian Living

Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Sunshine Rodgers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first time reading a Mark Rutland Book. I love that he's here in Lakeland, FL. I also live in Florida, so that's a fun connection! With "Character Matters," Mark uses each chapter to pinpoint a different trait or value to go over, like Courage, Loyalty, Modesty, Honesty and so on. He adds quotes before each chapter and also shares personal stories, which I enjoyed! He also shared some fiction or historical short stories to make a point and also went over specific characters in the Bible. There were some examples he used that were a little over my head and some historical references that I didn't fully understand. This was definitely a call to action book. It was a very convicting text, which is sometimes hard to read. I was definitely underlining a lot of great points he presented. In a way, I loved his presentation...let's try to be more Meek and Gracious and Diligent! But in a way, it also felt very...accusatory and finger-pointing...which was a little bit of a turn-off. I totally embrace his message and I want be a better person and I do think this world is getting worse on some level and we corporately can work to change that ...but I can also see the world getting better on another level...so I don't think we're completely downward spiraling like he at times seems to mention. It's a good book and I rate it 5-stars.

[Reagan Faith Waggoner · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this book on Poppy's bookshelves and figured I would give it a spin. I enjoyed it overall, and its messaging was well-composed and considered. Parts of the book used questionable analogies and perversions of traits that I do not necessarily agree with, but the messaging was generally on-point and thoughtful. Its integration of biblical, moral, and corporate principles made for a solid book. If the "Traits You Need to Succeed" tagline had been on my copy, I might have never picked it up, but it was not. Either way, the book is well-written and I found particularly the first few chapters to be inspiring.

[Stephen A Coleman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome..

Great book. Character truly does Matter and this book is straight to the point. IT his book made me take a serious look at myself and my integrity

[Maggie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Read the table of contents and nothing else. This book is old-fashioned, misogynistic, and apocalyptic...we're all doomed! Even in 2003, the word "retarded" was offensive and it litters this book. There is a whole chapter on humility and the author is a braggart about his own perfectly Christian character. 0 stars.

[Joe Oaster · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wanted to like this book more but the tone and writing of this author was like a grumpy old man complaining about the youth of the world. He would reflect on times past etc...He made some great points throughout but it just seemed like I was reading a man with an axe to grind.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another book about character, from a Christian perspective. It covers topics such as humility, modesty and honesty. You don't have to be a Christian to care about these things.

[Staci · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book! The only thing I didn't like about it was that I thought I was doing pretty well on some of these character traits until I read the book! :)

[Robert · Rating 5 out of 5]

rich in life lessons. highly recommend to anyone!

[Carman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this. I'm sure I will re-read it for years to come. So much information that I think I would find something relevant to my life every time I read it.

[Brett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed it.