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LIVING ABOVE THE LEVEL OF MEDIOCRITY In this book on excellence Chuck Swindoll - Americas foremost applicator of Scripture to daily life - boldly tackles the difficult problem of self-discipline, laziness, and our tendency to accept less of life than we deserve.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional, strong Christian book and motivational guide, Mar 3 2004

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A gift from my grandmother, this book has been a regular source of strength to me in tough times, and it has encouraged me toward excellence. Among its greatest assets are its ability to inspire courage through adversity and to reinforce srong values, even when those values seem to make one unpopular. Including many relevant and inspiring stories from the Bible and from life in general, this book has a permananent place on my top bookshelf.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Go For Excellence!, Dec 21 2003

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Dr. W. G. Covington, Jr. (Edinboro, Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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Mediocrity equals boredom and frustration. Living above it is Christian, it is the abundant way of living Jesus taught. In this book based on the Scriptures, Chuck Swindoll shows you how to apply principles that result in living purposefully and joyfully.

Like similar writers, he starts by explaining it all occurs in one's mind. When one's thoughts are right, proper actions follow. Being conscious of the invisible, eternal Kingdom of God is the awareness that changes one's perception from things seen to those unseen.

He writes about resisting traditionalism, greed, and discouragement. His advice is practical and doable. This is a hands-on book designed to set you apart from those who are satisfied with the status quo. It is a challenge to rise above the fray to a higher level of existence, one based on God's Word.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Vintage Swindoll!, May 12 2003

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Michael Taylor "Michael Taylor" (Indian Trail NC) - See all my reviews
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Living Above the Level of Mediocrity is yet another fantastic title by Charles Swindoll. The gist of this book is the need for us to live above the level of just doing enough to get by.

Among the many principles Swindoll covers are:

1. Encouragements for standing tall.
2. Problems with the world's system.
3. Be willing to minister to others out of the limelight.
4. Soaring takes effort and requires eliminating negativity.
5. Following Christ will cost us relationships, possessions, and personal goals/desires.
6. Characteristics of people who positively impact others.
7. Defining vision, determination, and dreaming.
8. Observations about conformity to other people's standards.

Read it and be encouraged to soar like an eagle!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book by Swindoll
This is my third Swindoll book. And my favorite. In this excellent book, Swindoll shows that you can step above mediocrity, you can do better and most of all, it's God's desire... Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars An inspiration and challenge to all Christians!
This book changed my life and sent me, literally, on a completely different course. God used this book to open my eyes to the selfishness in my walk with Him through the story of... Read more