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Ben Courson is an international speaker, bestselling author, TV and radio personality, and the senior pastor of Applegate Christian Fellowship. He has been featured on Fox, Hallmark Channel, TBN, ABC Family, and other mainstream media outlets. His TV show, Hope Generation with Ben Courson, is mostrar mais broadcast in 180 countries, and his radio show airs on more than 400 stations nationally. Ben travels the globe speaking of God's hope and igniting revival in the hearts of his listeners. bencourson.com mostrar menos

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The Furious Longing of Hope. Courson is a clearly well read guy who is clearly a gifted speaker and writer. The beginning and parts of the end of this book felt like they were being shouted through a megaphone, which was actually a cool experience. The overall tone of the book was reminiscent of WWE's Mojo Rawley - All Hype All The Time. And this tone interjected the book with a relentless pace that makes it a fairly quick read, even at its length. Ultimately I find myself dinging it a star due to overuse of cliche, "proof texting" - the practice of making a claim and citing a seemingly random Bible verse in support of it, and a lack of citations. I'm fine with making a claim like "scientists say blah" and moving on with your primary point, but give me the ability to go behind you and verify that they actually said blah. The message itself is great though, and many will find it needed and refreshing. Great book that just could have been better.… (mais)
 
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BookAnonJeff | 1 outra resenha | Jul 11, 2021 |
"Optimisfits: Igniting A Fierce Rebellion Against Hopelessness" is a call to reach towards something that seems to be in short supply: hope! Author Ben Courson explains what an "optimisfit" is in this funny, honest read. He shares stories of his Squad of very different friends and how they continue to enjoy this life to the fullest. Ben also provides anecdotes from people in history that he feels embodies the spirit of an optimisfit. The question then remains: are you willing to become a "hope dealer"?

This book's message is something that will reach across generations. With record numbers of suicide, depression and anxiety that plague our world today, "Optimisfits" offers a better way to face struggles: honesty and vulnerability within safe circles. There are also encouragements throughout the book to remain different, to stand in our own uniqueness amidst assimilation, and to seek God's will for our lives, even when they do not look like the lives we envisioned.

I have not read any of Ben's work before, but the idea that we can be open about where our battles lie, admit we don't have it all together and still be effective in God's community are important messages. We don't have to be perfect to make a difference or to offer hope. Often we think we are the only ones struggling and turn to isolation. This book will encourage the reader to seek friends who can support you through tough times, as well as happy times. There is also encouragement to seek, savor and enjoy the wonder that surrounds us in the world.

Ben writes in a very down to earth way with a maturity beyond his years. He is connected to a generation that thinks outside the box, does not want to conform to the societal norms, and wants to make a true difference as a result of doing things differently. I noticed throughout the book that some see optimism as an idea that isn't based on the real world, you CAN be optimistic, while at the same time, admitting life isn't always perfect. It means latching onto the hope we have in Christ and pushing that hope outward, changing the culture in the process.

I was excited to read an early review PDF thanks to Harvest House. All opinions are my own.
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EmilyPotter | 1 outra resenha | Mar 19, 2019 |
Written over a course of several years by 20-year old Ben Courson. This thin book contains twenty chapters that read very much like the Psalms. Expressions from a young man pouring out his heart and innermost thoughts and desires to God. Ben is an amazingly gifted writer with a poetic style to his writings. Apparently a gift that his father noticed early on and prodded Ben to have published in this book. There were a few chapters where Ben wrote as if a particular character from the Bible had written their experience with Jesus. These I enjoyed the most. But, my favorite chapter was chapter 18 where my favorite quote in the book can be found: "Tomorrow is an empty canvas with the potential to become a masterpiece, and my present choices decide its fate." (page 111) Nothing too spiritual, but an element of truth spoken with such beauty. I look forward to seeing if Ben will write more great literary works. I hope he does.… (mais)
 
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gdill | May 16, 2013 |

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5
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3
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9