You on Purpose
Discover Your Calling and Create the Life You Were Meant to Live
About
What should I do with my life?
Whether you're just starting out on your journey or you've found yourself at a crossroads and need to change direction, each of us wants to know what our purpose is on this earth. We want our work and our lives to have meaning, impact, and significance. We want to do what we were made for--the things we were meant to do. But how do you know what that is? And once you know . . . then what?
You on Purpose offers you a clear and simple four-step process for discovering and carrying out your calling with confidence:
· Define: set your intention for what you want to achieve
· Discover: dig deep into who and where you are
· Decide: narrow your choices and zero in on your calling
· Do: start acting on your calling, one step at a time
Each chapter dismantles a common myth about calling, replacing it with truth born from compelling, current, and up-to-date research from Barna.
If you long to discover your unique place in the world, this book will help you catch that vision and make a plan to pursue it.
"It doesn't matter what life season you're in when you pick up this book, it will change you and the path you're on for the better!"--Lysa TerKeurst, #1 New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries
"Stephanie Shackelford and Bill Denzel have done a fantastic job outlining a clear, faithful decision-making framework that will help a generation get out of career paralysis and the angst that comes with not knowing what to do with your life."--Carey Nieuwhof, author, speaker, podcaster
"You on Purpose is a simple, practical guide to helping you discover your God-given calling and gifts. This book enables you to redefine what you want your life to be about to help you live a purposeful life."--Rebekah Lyons, bestselling author of Rhythms of Renewal and You Are Free
"Packed with insightful research, thoughtful journaling exercises, and relevant examples, this practical resource invites readers on a self-discovery process that ultimately leads to a better understanding of how their passions and context inform their purpose."--Stella Erbes, PhD, divisional dean, Pepperdine University
"Purpose is life-changing. It provides the clarity, focus, and inspiration we all need to live out our intended design. You on Purpose provides insightful research and helpful framing, and serves as a practical guide for anyone seeking to live out their calling."--Charles Lee, CEO at Ideation and author of Good Idea. Now What?
Endorsements
"You on Purpose is a sound book of wisdom for those searching for their life's calling and steps to walk it out. It doesn't matter what life season you're in when you pick up this book, it will change you and the path you're on for the better!"
Lysa TerKeurst, #1 New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries
"For years, people have come to me and asked me for advice on what job to take, what career to pursue, and what vocation to embrace. Finally, I have a practical book I can hand them with confidence. Stephanie Shackelford and Bill Denzel have done a fantastic job outlining a clear, faithful decision-making framework that will help a generation get out of career paralysis and the angst that comes with not knowing what to do with your life."
Carey Nieuwhof, author, speaker, podcaster
"You on Purpose is a simple, practical guide to helping you discover your God-given calling and gifts. This book enables you to redefine what you want your life to be about to help you live a purposeful life."
Rebekah Lyons, bestselling author of Rhythms of Renewal and You Are Free
"Working in a university setting, it is common to find students who are uncertain of their career path or vocation. Shackelford and Denzel have written an ideal text that faith-based colleges and universities can adopt for their first-year seminars, career centers, mentor programs, and senior capstones to help students identify their true calling. Packed with insightful research, thoughtful journaling exercises, and relevant examples, this practical resource invites readers on a self-discovery process that ultimately leads to a better understanding of how their passions and context inform their purpose."
Stella Erbes, PhD, divisional dean and associate professor of teacher education, Pepperdine University
"Purpose is life-changing. It provides the clarity, focus, and inspiration we all need to live out our intended design. You on Purpose provides insightful research, helpful framing, and serves as a practical guide for anyone seeking to live out their calling."
Charles Lee, CEO at Ideation and author of Good Idea. Now What?
The Authors
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© Katelyn Vines Photography Dr. Stephanie Shackelford
Dr. Stephanie Shackelford is a senior fellow at Barna Group, primarily studying vocation and calling. In 2012, she founded a career coaching company and has since helped hundreds of students, recent graduates, and working professionals live into their purpose....
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© Christopher Zsarnay / Z Studios Bill Denzel
Bill Denzel has enjoyed a multifaceted career working as a publisher, creative director, writer, designer, and literary agent. Mostly he helps people write and publish books, build world-changing brands, and tell great stories. Formerly vice president at Barna...
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