As you all know quite well, I love a good book and I love to share what I’ve read! I like to expand my views and branch out to topics or genres that challenge me – especially when it comes to my faith. So when a few weeks ago I was approached to review this book, and I was rather excited to see what it had to say!
The God First Life by Stovall Weems caught me with the title immediately – our camp motto was FIT (First is Third: placing God first, others second, and yourself third) – so I intrigued.
I like how the book is structured; it’s broken down into categories that help us to focus our lives on putting God first and how that changes those areas of our lives, creating within us something NEW.
New Priority
New Family
New Life
New Freedom
Scripture is a prominent part of each section, and each chapter provides practical application of how exactly to put God first in our lives. I enjoy this book because it draws people in with the “principle” for a purposeful, fulfilling, spiritual life – putting God first but it fleshes out some great ways to actually do that, that may not have otherwise picked up a book for spiritual growth. Another great part is at the end which encourages all believers to be a part of community to grow in their faith, rather than simply “going it alone.” He calls these the New Testament Commandments, are encourages being active in your local church. He talks of mutual ministry, spiritual gifts, evangelism and discipleship, and encouragement and fellowship as being necessary components to the God First life and that without others these areas cannot flourish.
I would really recommend this to new and seasoned believers alike as there is something to take away regardless of where you happen to be in your faith journey. It’s a great quick, practical read that points to centering our lives on our Creator & King before we move into any other area.
Check it out for yourself over on Amazon and get your copy today! There’s also a study guide & DVD that would be great for small groups & bible studies to use!
How do you ‘uncomplicate’ your life by placing God first?
Disclosure: I was contacted to do this review, and received a copy of this book to do so. I was not financially compensated in any way for this post, however. All opinions expressed are my own and are based on my observations while reading this book.
