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Fresh Start God's Invitation to a Great Life
By Doug Fields
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On 3/9 santos samayoa wrote: Ever felt stuck in life? You know when it seems like there is no advancement in life, kinda seems like running on the treadmill. Out of breath, out of shape, but still remaining in the same place. Doug Fields writes to us and describes how we all can have a fresh start, according to Fields a fresh start ... Freshness
On 3/1 Donovan Anderson wrote: If you had the chance to change your life for the better, would you? All it takes is a decision. Trapped by harmful habits, behaviors, and attitudes, we struggle to become the person God has created and called us to be. Saddleback Church teaching pastor Doug Fields says it’s never too late to ... Book Review – Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 2/16 Amanda Copulos wrote: I picked up fresh start because the description detailed problems that I have struggled with in the past. I was eager to read this book and find out what ideas and biblical principles it had to share on problems like " Although it was an easy read, I found it to be lacking in "meat". I would recommend ... Good book... lacked depth
On 2/9 Clark Goble wrote: Doug Fields is concerned with those people who feel “stuck” in harmful patterns of sin, pain, anger and other harmful states. Early in the book Fields defines sanctification as “the act or state of being purified and freed from sin” and stresses throughout that the power in this process comes ... Book Review: Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 1/25 Justin Williams wrote: “FRESHSTART” God’s Invitation to a Great Life by Doug Fields teaching Pastor at Saddleback Church is a refreshing book on what it is like to live life afresh. We are reminded that each new day we can begin with a fresh start. This thought provoking book will challenge you to be the person that God ... Book Review: FRESHSTART
On 1/12 Daniel Jones wrote: A song that has always resonated with me is the song by U2 "Stuck in a Moment". When Bono laments that "...he is stuck in a moment and can't get out of it" there is something in those lyrics that I am drawn to. The idea of being stuck in life is something that I feel that many can understand on many ... Reflections on "Fresh Start" by Doug Fields
On 1/10 Mark Kaske wrote: This book is based on the premise that we are all living lives that we know are not where we want to be, and that we are stuck in this less then ideal life. The problem is that we often see people in our lives that just stay in this place of ‘stuck’. This extends to all areas of our lives – though ... Book Review: Fresh Start
On 1/8 tc robinson wrote: Hardcover: 224 pages Publisher: Thomas Nelson (September 15, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 0849920558 Amazon.com Thomas Nelson Many thanks to Thomas Nelson for this review copy. Doug Fields is a teaching pastor at Saddleback Church, in Southern California. Fresh Start is written at a popular ... Book Review: Fresh Start: God’s Invitation To A Great Life
On 1/2 Chris Baldwin wrote: Fresh Start by Doug Fields was an amazing book. I always love Doug's writing but this was even beyond my expectations. The book talks about making a fresh start and I believe that is something that we all need. This book was not an easy read by the fire book. There were times that I could not get off ... Fresh Start was a inspiring yet challenging book. It will motivate you to jump out of the slum you might be in now.
On 12/29 Nikomas Perez wrote: resh Start is a book that symbolizes Doug's recent venture in life. Recently Doug left his position as "Youth Minister of the Universe" due to being stuck in ministerial situations (meetings, budgeting, management, etc) that took away from his true passion; pouring into people's lives. Though this is ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 12/15 Emmanuel Omogbeja wrote: "BOOK REVIEW: FRESH START. I've just concluded this Doug Fields latest book and what an absolutely good read it is! Doug did a brilliant job like a CSI scientist would as he attempted to unravel the cause and motive of the human malady called “stuckness”, or “spiritual drought” and the remedy ... Fresh Start
On 12/9 Leisha Hunkapiller wrote: Doug Fields, teaching pastor at Saddleback Church invites us to accept "God's invitation to a great life" in his most recent book Fresh Start, a straightforward honest look at how we struggle in our walk as Christians. Fields hits the hot buttons head on as he honestly examines the places that we find ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 12/4 Scott Higa wrote: Sometimes in life we get stuck. Whether that’s from a broken relationship, a sin that we cannot shake or just the general malaise of a busy life, we can get stuck. Doug Fields’ book Fresh Start is about getting unstuck, about finding that fresh start and moving forward. The subtitle to Fields’ ... Freeform Friday 09 - Fresh Start
On 11/23 Gerrard Fess wrote: So I just finished reading Doug Fields' latest book Fresh Start is just that ...an invitation to a great life. It is a challenge. Getting beyond the little things of life to that of being who God wants you to be.Doug gives insight on how one can go beyond the old life to that of the life God wants for ... A Fresh Start Review
On 11/16 Valerie Dykstra wrote: Fresh Start is written by Doug Fields, youth minister of Saddleback Church. Although it's written by a youth minister it is not written with youth in mind. It is written to anyone who's craving a new beginning in life. Fields generously sprinkles Fresh Start with humor, and gave me many laugh-out-loud ... Fresh Start, by Doug Fields
On 11/15 Heather Asbell wrote: If someone told you that accepting Christ would make your life a cake walk, they were wrong. Sometimes the journey gets a little rocky, and other times, we simply get stuck. Ever felt that way? Just wanted to start over? Have you ever struggled with figuring out where to start over? Struggling to ... FRESH START...
On 11/9 Cari Masek wrote: I don't always like "self-help" books, but Fresh Start, by Doug Fields is different, because it's a "God-help" book. The message in this book is that we are stuck people and our ability to start again doesn't come from our own strength or resolve or positive thinking. Change comes only because "we can ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 11/9 amy clark wrote: Do you know who you are really? Are you a child of God or do you feel not worth it at all? Maybe you just need a fresh start with God!Lucky for you there is a book called Fresh Start by Doug Fields.I wasn't sure what to think of this book I was totally on the fence about it, but in the end it was totally ... do you need a fresh start?
On 11/5 Wendy Miller wrote: Fresh Start by Doug Fields asks the question, do we really believe all things are possible with God? Fields espouses that the key to getting unstuck in life is cooperation with God.I read this book like a sunbather. I read a chapter and then put it down. You know how sunbathers ease into the water slowly ... Fresh Start By Doug Fields
On 11/4 J Calkins wrote: The information in this book is vital to your success as an, individual, as a leader, and as a believer in Christ living in this crazy world. Everyday we deal with many issues, hurts, joys, and other emotions that can continue to haunt us until we let ourselves be released from those things. They can ... Fresh Start Book Review
On 11/1 Jennifer Anderson wrote: Fresh Start is a new book by Doug Fields that takes a look at some of the big things that are keeping us from realizing our potential in God’s plan for our life as well as hindering us from a great relationship with Him. Doug starts out by explaining all about “fresh starts” – what they ... Review – Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 10/23 Chris Walker wrote: My most recent book is called ‘Fresh Start’ by Doug Fields. I picked Doug’s book because he has been doing Youth Ministry for over 20 years and I have benefited from many resources that he has created including ‘Purpose Driven Youth Ministry’. It was fun to read something that is aimed at ... Fresh Start - Doug Fields
On 10/10 Lindsey Frederick wrote: Are you stuck? Do you feel as though life has defeated you? Doug Field's book, "Fresh Start," identifies the areas of our lives where we most commonly encounter resistance and "stuckness". He writes, "the things the keep us stuck can eventually grow to destroy us." Fields encourages us to break free ... Fresh Start - Recommended for Beginners
On 10/9 Teri Fox wrote: Stuck, do you or have you ever felt like you were stuck in a relationship that's not working, a job you hate, a habit you wish you could break? I think all of us feel stuck at some time or another, but do we have to stay that way? Or can we have a "fresh start?" In Doug Fields' new book "Fresh Start" ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 10/8 Gil Alden wrote: Fresh Start emphasizes timeless biblical principles, such as perseverance in the face of temptation, quickly seeking God's forgiveness when we sin, replacing pride with God-directed dreams in our life, viewing those who hurt us through God's eyes, practicing forgiveness, and gaining God's perspective ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 10/8 Cherie Hill wrote: Doug Fields has been given the gift and life purpose to point this generation to authentic Christianity. It is through his own journey of faith that has taken him in the direction of leading others to be set free from the chains that bind them. Doug Fields encourages you, through God’s Word, to understand ... Start Fresh!
On 10/7 Anna Vaagen wrote: Fresh start by Doug Fields is a wonderful, often funny, book. By sharing new perspectives on single life, married life, and everything in between, Fresh Start gives clear guidelines to follow. That, coupled with scripture background to relieve the pressures of today’s world, Doug Fields will help ... Everyone Can Have A Fresh Start
On 10/6 Lyndsey Sikes wrote: This book was so helpful because Field's covers everything you need to know about a fresh starts. I really enjoyed his writing style. He is funny while making tough points. I pondered on several chapters for a few days, and I appreciate books that make me laugh and also make me think. Chapters cover ... Fresh Start
On 10/6 Deb Willis wrote: I am very excited to be doing reviews for Thomas Nelson Publishing!! For an avid reader, this is a great opportunity and a huge blessing! I want to share the book Fresh Start by Doug Fields. I knew just from the title that this book was for me, and I’d venture to say, many of you as well. Have you ... Thomas Nelson Book Review...Fresh Start
On 10/6 Mike Kupferer wrote: Have you ever wanted a second chance, but did not feel deserving of one? do you struggle to take life in a new direction because you are afraid of making the same mistakes? In Fresh Start, Doug Fields offers wisdom to help you start over. Fields uses his twenty-plus years of ministry experience to provide ... Getting a "do over" in life
On 10/4 Paige Eavenson wrote: Fresh Start: God’s Invitation To a Great Life by Doug Fields. If you had the chance to change your life for the better, would you? Perhaps though, if you could you would, but right now all you feel is stuck with no way to get out. In his latest release, author Doug Fields, invites you to ... Fresh Start: God’s Invitation To a Great Life by Doung Fields
On 10/1 Traci Pollard wrote: In his book Fresh Start, the author breaks down the barriers to starting over and creating a relationship with God. He talks about how Pride, Regret, Disappointment can factor in on how to start over, or getting "unstuck" as the author states. He uses his own experience to stimulate interest to the reader. ... Fresh Start
On 9/30 michael childs wrote: Have you ever walked so far in the wrong direction that you thought you would never find your way back. For most people the answer is probably no, but what about spiritually? Have you ever or are you currently at the point where you feel like you have gone so far off course that not even God can find ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 9/30 Jessica Bolyard wrote: I had the opportunity to read and review Fresh Start, by Doug Fields, from Thomas Nelson Publishing. In this book, we are encouraged to let go of anything and everything that might be keeping us from the abundant life that God has promised us, and that God created us to live. Each chapter addresses ... “Fresh Start,” by Doug Fields
On 9/28 Michael Waggoner wrote: Fresh Start by Doug Fields A Fresh Start...don' t think that the title tells it all. Starting over is what God is all about, after all, like the bumper sticker says, "God Allows Do Overs". Doug Fields, who is a teaching pastor at Saddleback Church, does an excellent job pointing out, (Biblically I ... Book Review of Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 9/26 Misty Dowdy wrote: Do you need a fresh start? If you could change the bad things in your life would you? Do you feel something is missing in your life? Do you wonder if you are the person God is wanting you to be? If you answered yes, to any of these quesions, you should pick up a copy of the book: Fresh StartHere ... Fresh Start...Book Review
On 9/22 Matthew Nash wrote: f you have ever started something and failed (which is everyone) this book is for you. Doug Fields, a pastor at Saddleback Church in California, author of Purpose Driven Youth Ministry, wrote this new book called FRESH START. This is a brilliant work that looks at issues of pride, success, hurt, ... Fresh Start is Fresh!
On 9/17 Karin Fendick wrote: Have you been feeling stuck in a life that isn’t providing the abundance of hope and joy that Jesus promises us?Do your struggles with anger, pride, guilt, disappointment and more seem to repeat day after day after day?The good news is that it is never too late for a new beginning. Doug Fields shows ... Fresh Start - God's Invitation to a Great Life - by Doug Fields
On 9/16 Roberta Karchner wrote: Fresh Start is not a book about starting completely over. None of us have that chance. Fresh Start is a book for Christians that addresses the ruts we manage to get ourselves into, and it talks frankly about how to move on from where we are. Whether Doug Fields is talking about Pride, Rejection, Anger, ... Practical Applications
On 9/16 Jason Burrell wrote: Fresh Start: by Doug Fields. God's Invitation to A Great Life" Is a good book to read for those who are in a rut in their spiritual walk. This book teaches about how to deal with pride and what pride is , What true success is , living with guilt , struggling with conflicts , finding true friendships, ... Hit the spot
On 9/16 Harmony Wheeler wrote: To get our of our sinking sand pits, we must recognize God's power to help us change and decide to actively cooperate with God... says Doug Fields in his book "Fresh Start: God's Invitation to a Great Life." Fields provides a re"fresh"ing look at the things of life that often leave us stuck between ... Review: Fresh Start
On 9/15 Carla Selis wrote: Fresh Start- God's Invitation to A Great Life" is a good book to read for those who wrestle with things such as loneliness, regret, exhaustion, disappointment and other ailments of our fast paced and demanding lives. It reveals heart issues and then gives tools to come to a place of newness. Most folks ... Fresh Start
On 9/14 Rebecca Christensen wrote: Fresh Start: God's Invitation to a Great Life.By: Doug FieldsThroughout our lives we all reach a point in which we want nothing more than a Fresh Start. A 'do over' or a chance to move beyond that which is holding us back from the future our hearts desire. When you reach this place, Doug Fields is ... Review: Fresh Start
On 9/14 Jennifer Gerhardt wrote: Overall, I’d say it’s good—not great, not bad. The topics covered are guaranteed to intersect with the reader’s life and the perspective on God and the Christian life is both reverent and accurate. The author’s voice is quirky (distractingly so at times), but by the end I found it endearing. Fields ... A good daily devotional book
On 9/14 Richard Jones wrote: Once a youth pastor and now a teaching pastor at Saddleback Church, Doug Fields has written a how-to book that won't feel like your typical "ways to a better life" mumbo jumbo.Fresh Start deals with not trying harder but plugging into God's power. It's a guide to starting over: a Fresh Start.Within the ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 9/13 Amy Braswell wrote: It's pretty clear from the beginning that this guy, Doug Fields, is/was a youth pastor. In Fresh Start, he gives that fact away with his little quirky stories throwing some pop culture in and how it should or shouldn't relate to glorifying God's kingdom. Doug Fields pretty much packaged everything a ... Fresh Start
On 9/12 Stephanie Goddard wrote: Fresh Start: God’s Invitation to a Fresh Life by Doug Fields is a great choice for anyone who feels stuck by a situation in their life. This book addresses a variety of issues in life that keep people from living the lives that God has purposed for them to live. Are you held back by ... Fresh Start by Doug Fields
On 9/10 Scott Morrison wrote: This is a great book from the Student Pastor from Saddleback, Doug Fields. Being a youth pastor also I really enjoyed this book. Doug is a great communicator to this generation. Now he is reaching a much bigger audience. This book places him with many other great authors. To be honest I like his style ... A Fresh Start
On 9/9 Bob Hostetler wrote: Doug Fields is a fine communicator. He'd have to be to have succeeded in youth ministry for many years, as he did. And he has to be in order to serve the gigantic Saddleback Church (25,000 members) as a teaching pastor. That communication skill comes across in his newest book, Fresh Start, which gives ... An Invitation to a Fresh Start
On 9/8 Tanya Grooms wrote: Have you ever wanted to just start over? Just forget the past and start fresh, well that's what this enlighting book will help you to do. I found that reading this book it answered alot of questions of why I kept doing the same things over and over. With this book you can work through your problems and ... An Awesome Book...a must read
On 9/7 Kathleen Smith wrote: I had the wonderful opportunity to get to read another great book from Thomas Nelson publishers called Fresh Start by Doug Fields. The title is pretty self-explanatory. I picture our days much like an Etch a Sketch. It begins when we awake each morning and everything we do and everything we say are recorded ... Fresh Start ~ Book Review
On 9/6 Denise Beadle wrote: The first thing that drew me to this book was not the title, but the cover artwork. Simplistic? Maybe. But take a look before you dive inside. Cool, clear water is the impression that you receive, and water does what for us? Refreshes us and quenches our thirst. Fresh Start, written by teaching pastor ... Fresh Start
On 9/6 Lenore Webb wrote: Would you like a "Fresh Start"? Like a refreshing drink of cool water, so many of us need to "rehydrate" with life.So many of us are trapped by harmful habits, behaviors, and attitudes. I know I struggle to become the person God created and called me to be. Doug Fields, the pastor of Saddleback Church, ... Fresh Start
On 9/2 Carrie McCoy wrote: Doug Fields' book gives the reader a fresh outlook on life. Realistically, most people are stuck. We are stuck and unable to change bad behaviors or patterns. So we end up carrying a burden of guilt on our shoulders. And no matter how many times we've tried to change, we can't find a way to do it. We ... Fresh Outlook on Life!