"The Life You've Always Wanted"

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This paper discusses and reviews John Ortberg's book, "The Life You've Always Wanted." The content of the book and Ortberg's views that are portrayed in the book are discussed and the main focus of the work is described. The writer's personal response to the book, as a Christian in contemporary society, is also presented. Finally, the writer describes her personal reflection and action following reading the book.

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Personal Response
Personal Reflection
Personal Action

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"This work is a continuing process that will only end at death. The Christian life is not easy because sacrifice is not easy. Instead, we worldly creatures are full of sinful desires, thoughts, and actions that are often difficult to accept or understand in the light of God's given standards. This is the reason for the work and power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. I once heard a Pastor preach on the notion of, "We do the possible, while God does the impossible." I believe these words to be profoundly true. It is through applying biblical concepts to our lives and by obeying God's commands that the Spirit can work in us. It is He, therefore, not us, that brings about any transformation within our lives."

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