Product Description

Pop culture and psychobabble tell us to make ourselves the center of the universe in order to be happy. Churches have communicated the false idea that God exists to give us all that we selfishly want. In this book, Max Lucado reminds us that it's not about us, it's all about God. It is through this shift in thinking that we can truly live an unburdened, happy life.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #389595 in Books
• Published on: 1999-01-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback

From Publishers Weekly
For nearly two decades, evangelical preacher Lucado has been writing about God's inexhaustible grace, and his books have been snapped up by readers hungry to know they are loved, accepted, forgiven and saved. In his latest book this message, though still present, has moved to the background. A Copernican revolution is in order, Lucado says: it is time to understand that life revolves around God, not ourselves. The God he describes is neither Santa Claus nor a kindly, reassuring grandpa. He is a God of glory and holiness, eternal and unchanging. "To seek God's glory is to pray, 'Thicken the air with your presence; make it misty with your majesty. Part heaven's drapes, and let your nature spill forth. God, show us God.' " Our role, once we have seen God's glory, is simply to reflect it. We do this by proclaiming his message, using our bodies the way he intended, trusting him in the midst of suffering and acknowledging him as the author of our success. Even our salvation "showcases God's mercy. It makes nothing of [our] effort but everything of his." Sterner generations of Christians memorized the answer to the first question in the Westminster Shorter Catechism: "Man's chief end is to glorify God and to enjoy him forever." Lucado brings this concept to life with his trademark breezy style, good humor, homey anecdotes and passion. His fans may be surprised by this new emphasis, but they will not be disappointed.
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About the Author
Max Lucado, minister for the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, is the husband of Denalyn and father of Jenna, Andrea, and Sara. He is the author of multiple bestsellers and is America's leading inspirational author.

Customer Reviews

Much neeed topic, but he pulls his punches.
For years I struggled with what I perceived to be the anthropocentrism (man-centeredness) of evangelical Christianity, including myself. Look at the title and first line index in many song books. It's "me, my, I, mine." We sing the praise of Number One, ourselves. Today, preachers give warm messages that are not out of place in the Self Help section of the bookstores.

But is that what we are called to? No, we are called to a theocentric (God-centered) life. And this needs to be reflected in all that we do. Lucado tantelizes us, but then pulls back. He begins his book with a brief theology, that is he describes God a bit for us. Alright. But, then he fails to take us on the logical path laid out in the first part of the book. Indeed, it seems as though he then launches into a description of how it is all about me. For example, he says that my body is not about me. Ok, but then what is it? My body is for God. But that also means that in my marriage, I exist to serve my wife, at her pleasure. Period. Full stop. Or, in the church, I go to church because I expect that I will serve God there, and that I will meet Him in His triune glory. Not because I expect great music, or a wonderful sermon, or comfortable seats. I do not go "to be fed." If I am not getting enough to eat perhaps it is because I am not eating. Moreover, when we worship, we need to make certain that in all ways, God in at the centre of our corporate worship. Lucado had the opportunity to call us to do this, but he avoided it. Look at the layout of the church, what is the eye drawn to? What is there to tell us that this is not just another meeting hall, but a very special place where the worshipers expect an encounter with God? And what of His Word? Is is slipped in at the beginning of a sermon? Just one or two sentences from the Bible to prop up the latest topic on the mind of the preacher? Or is the Bread served in large slices for the hungry? Or what do people sing of? What God has done to me, like He is some kind of celestial Santa Claus, or the rich indulgent uncle? Or do they sing the glories of God?
In short, Lucado gave us a book with a powerful title, a great introduction to thinking about God, but then left us with some platitudes. By all means read this book, but use it as a launchpad for your own discussion.

Buy It!... Read it...
This is a fabulous book. I recommend this book to anyone and everyone. It's short, to the point, and humbling. The statements and principles are so straight forward and true, yet we constantly miss them.

If you are reading this review then buy the book and read it you will not be disappointed.

Penetrating Principles in the Max Lucado Style!
Max Lucado is well-known for his ability to write devotional material that is extremely powerful, yet is easy to read and simple to comprehend. It's Not About Me is sure to be a Lucado classic and is a must read for every Christian who faces emotional wounds, frustration, discouragment, or even minor set backs.

The reader will move quickly through the chapters and can easily gain perspective on their relationship to God and the spiritual struggles taking place in the heavenlies. This book will be useful for both experienced Christians and new Christians as it directs the reader toward Scripture and doesn't attempt to replace or redirect any emphasis on the Holy Bible.