The Search for Significance: Amazon.ca: Robert S. McGee: Books

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"I agree with Billy Graham, 'This book should be read by every Christian."'
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WE CAN BUILD OUR SELF-WORTH ON OUR ABILITY TO PLEASE OTHERS, OR ON THE LOVE AND FORGIVENESS OF JESUS CHRIST

In The Search for Significance, Robert McGee shows readers how to find true self-worth, based on the love, acceptance and forgiveness of Christ, and how to get off the performance treadmill. This classic best-selling book has changed the lives of millions of people by showing them the key to lasting significance.

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5.0 out of 5 stars See Yourself As God Sees You!, Jun 26 2004

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Michael Taylor "Michael Taylor" (Indian Trail NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Search for Significance (Paperback)

McGee has written an excellent book (contrary to what some reviewers say) about obtaining significance in life through Jesus Christ (what He did for us and Who He is) instead of through our fleshly effort and the fickle approval of others.

Among the points McGee covers in the book include:

1. The abundant life does not mean a problem-free life.
2. Our worth is based on what God says about us and what Jesus Christ did for us, not our performance or the opinions of others.
3. God wants to be the Lord of our lives and He is unwilling to share that Lordship with anyone or anything.
4. Express your hurt and anger to God first before going to other people (the Psalmnist often did this).
5. The worries of this world are the main culprit in hindering our spiritual growth.
6. Christ, not self-improvement, is to be the goal.
7. God is not obligated to bless us, but does what is best for His honor and our growth.
8. 5 ways to use God's affirmation as an offensive weapon for changing our lives.

Yes, despite the pain and pressure in our lives, we can and do have a hope in Jesus Christ!

Read the book and be encouraged to focus on Jesus instead of yourself or others, to get your self-worth and significance.

Highly recommended!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must if you struggle with clinical depression, Sep 23 2003

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This review is from: The Search for Significance (Paperback)

I thought I had tried it all when it comes to a Christian approach to treating depression only to be utterly disappointed when Christian books and counselors reduced the problem to something it wasn't. My problem wasn't being sad about circumstances in my life or unresolved sin in my life. My problem was thoughts that were so uncontrollable and dangerous that I felt like I had a beast taking over my head. Not being able to capture my thoughts was what led to the depression and suicidal thoughts.

During the process of seeing non-Christian counselors and psychiatrists to jump through the hoops for my insurance, I learned of cognitive therapy. I tried it, but it was very self-focused and all about self-love. The Search For Significance is the Christian version of cognitive therapy, in my opinion. It works because it teaches us how to break the patterns of false thoughts and replace them with true thoughts that we can actually believe in and that don't fail. I was able to reduce my dosage of medication significantly after going through this book and have been stable at the lower dosage for a year now. I am feeling strong enough to try a small decrease again in the near future and hopefully again & again after that.

It is very hard work and you must be dedicated and focused to learn the principles and tools to change your patterns of thought. It is so challenging that when I tried to do it before going on the meds, I couldn't handle it or absorb it. Once you get the tools down, then it is hard work to keep practicing them and keep from slipping into the old patterns. This is a book that you will pick up over and over again.

I agree with the other reviewer that chapter 3 on salvation was a bit slow. But I feel that it is very needed and purposeful. After all, how could this book be recommended to non-Christians without that chapter since the whole premise of the book is realizing your true identity in Christ?

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5.0 out of 5 stars i truly am deserving, Aug 23 2001

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in the fall of 1997 i was placed in lakeside behavioral health hospital in memphis, tn due to what i term a breakdown. i placed myself in the RAPHA, that is, Christ-centered treatment program, and this book was used for our lessons. i absolutely recommend this book to everyone struggling with hard, seemingly overwhelming issues, especially related to self esteem and self worth. you will be amazed at your progress as you read, study and use the lessons in this book. it's life-affirming and refreshing; God does love me, and because of Him, i truly am deserving of good.

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