86400: Manage Your Purpose to Make Every Second of Each Day Count

by Lavaille Lavette

Have you ever gotten to the point in your life where one day is like all the rest? Where the individuality, excitement and purpose of every moment is drained of its promising complexion? Through work, school, family and routine, people strive more and more to "get by" rather than "get going." But God didn't intend for it to be like this. Every precious second in a day, all 86,400 of them, is a gift from Him to us. Our lives, that we whittle away with routine and complacency, are meant for so much more.

86,400 is the instigator for a renewed life of intention and relevance-ultimately making the most out of every single day. By showcasing how she and Christians who carry either celebrity or inspirational significance manage their daily gift, Lavaille effectively teaches readers how they can fulfill God's intended purpose.

Genres: Nonfiction

240 pages, Hardcover

First published March 25, 2011

About the author

Lavaille Lavette has worked as a schoolteacher, school district administrator, speechwriter, marketing executive, columnist and Co- Host on Radio One's Christian Radio Station, 92.1 FM. From 2001-2005, she served as special advisor to the U.S. Secretary of Education, Dr. Rod Page.

Reviews

[Monique · Rating 5 out of 5]

Do you truly know your God given purpose? If you don't, you may not be using your 86,400 seconds to the best of your ability. Lavette expertly combines the Word of God with testimonies on how everyday people get the most out of everyday. Purpose, focus, faithfulness, prayer and time management will transform your daily 86400....must read and incorporate into your life.

[Patricia Kirk · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this book, 86400 refer to the number of seconds in a day. Lavaille believes we need to think about how we use every second and live our lives “on purpose.” She starts the book writing about forgiveness. She says carrying burdens of unforgiveness stalls us in living to the fullest. She then goes through ten characteristics that make for a fulfilled life in God, including wisdom and dedication. The book is nondenominational, through Catholic to Charismatic, with a stop at United Methodist.

She invited guest writers, including some celebrities, to add their wisdom for each of the ten points. At the end of the book, she invites us to join her organization. The 86400 movement encourages volunteerism and social action.

This book is readable and occasionally humorous. You feel Lavaille’s passion for making every moment count.

When you have this many people giving their opinions, the quality of the writing varies. One or two of the writers--though not Lavaille—came off a little preachy: most did not. A few of her heroes are not mine, though I admire most of them. I didn’t consider those differences when judging the advice given. I found nothing to disagree with there. Worth reading.

[Evie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not quite sure how it happened that I ended up with a copy of this book, must have entered a giveaway by accident. I was quite surprised when a copy of it showed up at my doorstep! Luckily, my mother-in-law was visiting us at that time and so I gave it to her as a present.

My mother-in-law is a cancer survivor and a wonderful woman, who loves inspirational books. 86400: Manage Your Purpose to Make Every Second of Each Day Count turned out to be a perfect read for her and once she started reading, we practically couldn't get her to put it down. She was absolutely in love with this book! She said it inspired her to be a better person and motivated her to make the most out of every minute of her life.

She loved it. She loved Lavaille Lavatte's writing style and she most definitely loved the message. 86400 is a beautiful, powerful book that will brighten up your life and teach you how to make every second count. If you're looking for a something that will motivate you to be a better person, this is the book for you!

[Cristyn]

Won this on Goodreads Giveaway...thanks! Can't wait to review it!!