So, You Want To Be Like Christ?: Eight Essentials to Get You There

I think this is the first book I have ever read from Brother Swindoll. I just finished it reading a few minutes ago and I have come to the conclusion that this is a book that should be part of every Christian's personal library. Though he mentions "Eight Essentials To Get You There" (there meaning to be like Christ), I think of these essentials as selective ones and not as exhaustive. He is a great writer and this book flows easily from topic to topic. It covers these essentials in a brilliant, straight-forward manner that will make the reader examine his/her own life in contrast with that of Christ.The only thought I disagree with in this book is found on page 63 where Brother Swindoll states the following: "I do not believe that people today receive audible instructions from God, receiving them directly from somewhere within their spirits. Our only reliable source of communication from God is the sixty-six books of the Bible." If this is so, and if I am understanding correctly what Brother Swindoll is stating, then there are three problems with this assumption or belief; 1) If the Bible is the only reliable source of communication from God to His people, then why did God Himself "gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ,"? 2) If the Bible is the only reliable source of communication from God, what would happen when God sends an angel with a message for a particular person as He sent an angel to Cornelius? 3) If the Bible is the only reliable source of communication from God, are we not putting God in a box by refusing to accept that He can choose to speak audibly to whosoever He desires at the time and place of His choosing? By accepting the belief that God cannot audibly speak to His people, are we not stripping Him of His sovereignty? I hope this is not the case. Other than my disagreement mentioned above, I feel this is a great book for helping us to want to be like Christ.

This book was the quality that was promised. It arrived in great shape and promptly. The book, itself, is a great book from Chuck Swindoll that has been a wonderful encouragement and blessing. I recommend this book handler.

I truly enjoyed reading this book. It opened my eyes to where I have fallen short in some areas in my life. It was just what I needed to get back on track.

I bought both the book and workbook for a Home Group study. Since I received the workbook first I started in it right away and found it improving my "time alone with God" immediately. The book and workbook chapters go along with each other, so are perfect for in-depth study. It turned out I didn't need the workbook for the Home Group, but I continud with both. The book lends itself equally well to personal study or group study and discussion. Since I have studied "spiritual disciplines" before, I wasn't sure how this would add to what I already knew to do (but haven't always accomplished). But Swindoll has such a natural approach, non-guilt-producing, that in a few short weeks I feel closer to God, to Christ, than I have in a long time. And isn't that what all Christians want? To KNOW Him, and to become more and more like Him every day? I pray you will learn and grow as you study and practice this book -- so, you want to be like Christ?

I am only part way through this book, it's one to read and savor, then read more and savor, then .... well you get the picture. In this crazy world (and it keeps getting crazier) we need to know Christ and be like him. Some really great pointers, I think, of how to be in the world but not of it.Blessings

Great book, we all have minor, or mayor hangups. It is a great tool to a mature study of how we ( humans are ) can work out our own hangups

At the beginning of this book I immediately found the words speaking quite clear to me. As I continued to layer these thoughts and words in my life, something inside me began to change.... the "Christian" I thought I was began to awaken and emerge in a way I could have never imagined. My life is forever changed by living through the application of this book in my day to day hour to hour breath. If I had to set just 1 book next to my Bible to help me understand it more fully, this would be it.

Charles Swindoll has much experience to share in this book about being transformed intothe likeness of Christ. Lots to learn about growing deeper in the Christian life. Uncluttering our livesand minds, the importance of solitude and silence, prayer, humility, discipline and sacrifice. Fromthe introduction, he says,"This is merely an invitation to live life as Christ intended, which includes difficultchoices, some hard work, and an increasing capacity to enjoy all the goodness God offers those who cometo Him. Great book.

I was sent a used book when I ordered a new one. There are pages with edges folded over, stains on some of the pages. Not happy at all

Great book for a child of God.A good read for christian leaders.Go for it, God bless you. Thanks.

Helpful advice, needs good concentration.Book was in very good condition

It was a great read.