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{{short description|2002 bible study book by Rick Warren}}
]'''''The Purpose Driven Life''''' (2002) is a ] advice book written by by ] and published by ]. The book has been on the '']'' ] list for advice books for 149 weeks (as of November ]). The book offers readers a 40-day personal spiritual journey, and presents what Warren says are the five Biblical purposes of life on Earth. As of November 2005, ''The Purpose Driven Life'' has been translated into 56 languages and was the bestselling book in the world for 2003, 2004, and 2005. It has won numerous literary awards.
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'''''The Purpose Driven Life''''' is a ] book written by Christian pastor ] and published by ] in 2002. The book offers readers a 40-day personal spiritual journey and presents what Warren says are God's five purposes for human life on Earth.
Since September 2002, over 30,000 congregations, corporations, and sports teams across the ] have participated in a "40 Days of Purpose" emphasis. A May 2005 survey of American pastors and ministers conducted by ] asked Christian leaders to identify what books were the most influential on their lives and ministries. The ''Purpose Driven Life'' was the most frequent response. ''The Purpose Driven Church'', Warren's previous book, was the second most frequent response.
The book has sold over 24 million copies (as of November, 2005).


==Background==
After hostage ] read Chapter 32 to her captor ] (who shot four people in ] on ], ]), the book hit number one on several religion and advice best-seller lists - including '']'', '']'', '']'' and '']''. However, this wholesome advertisement for the book was undermined in September of that year, when Smith admitted in her memoirs that she had also pacified her captor with ].
Warren was encouraged by ] in his 20s after he wrote his first book: ''Rick Warren’s Bible Study Methods''. This greatly inspired Warren when he had "little confidence" in his writing ability:
{{Quote |text=''The Purpose Driven Life'' might have never been written if Billy Graham had not believed in me.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://outreachmagazine.com/features/evangelism/26876-rick-warren-billy-graham-shaped-life-ministry.html|title=Rick Warren: How Billy Graham Shaped My Life and Ministry|date=27 February 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191206223740/https://outreachmagazine.com/features/evangelism/26876-rick-warren-billy-graham-shaped-life-ministry.html|archive-date=6 December 2019|access-date=6 December 2019|first=Rick|last=Warren|url-status=live|website=outreachmagizine.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://time.com/5169730/billy-graham-rick-warren/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180222031009/https://time.com/5169730/billy-graham-rick-warren/|archive-date=22 February 2018|first=Elizabeth|last=Dias|access-date=20 December 2019|date=22 February 2018|url-status=live|title='Billy Was My Hero.' Pastor Rick Warren Remembers His Mentor Billy Graham|website=]}}</ref>}}


The 2002 book ''Purpose Driven Life'' is a sequel to his 1995 book ''The Purpose Driven Church''.


==Content== ==Summary==
The book is intended to be read as a daily inspiration, with each of the 40 short chapters read on consecutive days.<ref>George Thomas Kurian, James D. Smith III, ''The Encyclopedia of Christian Literature, Volume 2'', Scarecrow Press, US, 2010, p. 630</ref><ref>Alex Murashko, , christianpost.com, US, June 14, 2012</ref> Each chapter contains a personal application section at the end with a "point to ponder," a verse to remember, and a question to consider over the course of that day. Rick Warren described his book as an "anti-self-help book." The first sentence of the book reads, "It's not about you,"<ref>Warren, Rick, ''The Purpose Driven Life'', 2002, p. 17</ref> and the remainder of the chapter goes on to explain how the quest for personal fulfillment, satisfaction, and meaning can only be found in understanding and doing what God placed you on Earth to do.<ref>Warren, Rick, ''The Purpose Driven Life'', 2002, p. 25</ref> The book's 40 chapters are divided into six major sections, with the following titles:<ref>Warren, Rick, ''The Purpose Driven Life'', 2002, Table of Contents</ref>

The book is intended to be read as a daily inspiration, with each of the forty short chapters read on consecutive days. Each chapter contains a personal application section at the end with a "point to ponder," a verse to remember, and a question to consider over the course of that day. Rick Warren described his book as an "anti-self-help book." The first sentence of the book reads, "It's not about you," and the remainder of the chapter goes on to explain how the quest for personal fulfillment, satisfaction, and meaning can only be found in understanding and doing what God placed you on Earth to do. The book's forty chapters are divided into six (6) major sections, with the following titles:
*What on Earth Am I Here For? *What on Earth Am I Here For?
*Purpose #1: You Were Planned for God's Pleasure *Purpose #1: You Were Planned for God's Pleasure (])
*Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God's Family *Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God's Family (])
*Purpose #3: You Were Created to Become Like Christ *Purpose #3: You Were Created to Become Like Christ (])
*Purpose #4: You Were Shaped for Serving God *Purpose #4: You Were Shaped for Serving God (])
*Purpose #5: You Were Made for a Mission *Purpose #5: You Were Made for a Mission (])
In later versions of the book, two additional chapters were added about the two biggest reasons why Christians do not live purpose driven lives: envy and "people pleasing."

== Reception ==

===Sales===

The book topped the '']'' best seller charts as well as '']'' charts. ''The Purpose Driven Life'' was also on the ''New York Times'' Bestseller List for over 90 weeks.<ref>{{Cite news|title = Faith-Based Publishing|url = https://www.nytimes.com/2004/11/28/books/review/faithbased-publishing.html|newspaper = The New York Times|date = 2004-11-28|access-date = 2016-02-11|issn = 0362-4331|first = Rachel|last = Donadio}}</ref> It had sold over 18 million copies by 2008,<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.wayoflife.org/database/a-review-of-purpose-driven-life.php |title = A Review of Rick Warren's "The Purpose Driven Life"}}</ref> and 32 million copies within its first decade, by 2012.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/religion/article/54912-purpose-driven-life-gets-a-10th-anniversary-makeover-pw-talks-with-rick-warren.html|title=Purpose Driven Life Gets a 10th Anniversary Makeover: PW Talks with Rick Warren}}</ref> According to both the author and publisher Simon & Schuster, 50 million copies had been sold in more than 85 languages by 2020.<ref>Accessed on April 18, 2020 https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Rick-Warren/39904606</ref><ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://content.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1884038,00.html |title = Rick Warren's Magazine: A Publishing Leap of Faith |magazine = Time|date = 10 March 2009|last1 = Sullivan|first1 = Amy}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.dailynews.com/2020/04/12/saddleback-church-pastor-rick-warrens-easter-message-during-coronavirus-pandemic-on-faith-that-works-when-life-doesnt/|title = Saddleback Church Pastor Rick Warren's Easter message during coronavirus pandemic on faith that works when life doesn't|website = ]|date = 12 April 2020}}</ref>


===Impact===
==Criticisms of The Purpose Driven® Life==
In spite of its widespread use and endorsement, including Reverend ] calling it a classic devotional, some in the Christian community have been critical of the book for various reasons. ] and ] criticized the book as "pop gospel." Others have expressed concern that Warren's methods do not adequately account for individuality, providing a one-size-fits all approach to spirituality. Many Christians have expressed concerns with ''The Purpose Driven® Life'' and the teachings of ] for their ']-esque' business models, their ] worldview, ] and ] influences such as walking the ], ], ], ], ] Praise Dancing, and other practices considered by many Christians to be un-] and/or even of the ], entering the ]. However many of these influences have been used by the church, most specifically, ], for centuries.


A May 2005 survey of American pastors and ministers conducted by ] asked Christian leaders to identify what books were the most influential on their lives and ministries. ''The Purpose Driven Life'' was the most frequent response. ''The Purpose Driven Church'', written prior to ''The Purpose Driven Life'', was the second most frequent response.<ref>
Another common complaint is that Warren fails to present the evangelical Christian gospel accurately--failing to accurately represent the nature of sin, repentance and hell, for example. Critics also frequently complain that ''The Purpose Driven Life'' contains many examples of inaccurate exegesis, and that it makes frequent use of inaccurate Bible translations or paraphrases.
{{Cite web |url=https://www.barna.com/research/survey-reveals-the-books-and-authors-that-have-most-influenced-pastors/ |title=Survey Reveals The Books and Authors That Have Most Influenced Pastors |date=30 May 2005 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181117185457/https://www.barna.com/research/survey-reveals-the-books-and-authors-that-have-most-influenced-pastors/ |archive-date=17 November 2018 |access-date=6 December 2019|url-status=live|website=barna.com}}</ref> ] described the book as one that would "guide you to greatness—through living the ] and the ] of ]."{{Citation needed|date=December 2019}}


In 2005, after reading the book, the President of Rwanda, ], invited Warren to develop the ] in the country. <ref> Cynthia Mcfadden, Ted Gerstein, , abcnews.go.com, USA, July 31, 2008</ref>
Secular criticism can also be found. For example, a series of essays explain that the business models of the mega-churches. Given that the overall growth of evangelicalism in the US is flat, so what is all the talk about God doing a magnificent work or revival in America, especially as boasted by many of the Rick Warren clones? The reason, according to ''Business Week'', is similar to when a Home Depot or Wal-Mart moves into a small town. All your needs can be met in one place so the mom and pop shops close up. The same kind of market-driven philosophy is taking place in the church.


===Criticism===
The following articles, essays and audios deal with these and other concerns regarding the '''Purpose Driven® Life''' movement particularly, and Rick Warren's teachings in general.


Biblical scholar ] criticized Warren for applying ], which includes ] various translations of the Bible and ] whichever paraphrase or translation ] his theses.<ref>Price, Robert M. ''The Reason-Driven Life'' pp. 307–312</ref> Jason Harris criticized the book for providing the scripture citations only in end notes, making it harder for readers to know the context of the passages it cites.<ref>Harris, Jason. InFocus. </ref>
* Notice the difference between being "driven" and being "led"
* Lighthouse Trails Research Project
* By Paul Proctor
* By Merv Tucker
* Part 1 By Richard Bennett
* Part 2 By Richard Bennett
*
*
* ('''CRITICAL ISSUES''' commentary)
* (Banner of Truth)
* by Scott C. Mooney
* or "WHAT ON EARTH AM I DOING READING THIS BOOK?"
* by Gary E. Gilley, Pastor-Teacher Southern View Chapel - Springfield, IL ''No one has exemplified the market-driven approach better than Rick Warren, pastor of the huge Saddleback Church in southern California and author of The Purpose-Driven Church and The Purpose-Driven Life. While Warren is open and up-front about his philosophy, strategy and methods, nevertheless things are not always as they appear. For example, “purpose-driven” sounds better than “market-driven” but it is basically the same thing. In his book The Purpose-Driven Life, his opening statement is, “It is not about you,” then turns around and writes a whole book about “you.” He belittles pop-psychology then repeatedly promotes it by simply calling it something else. He publicly cuts ties with Robert Schuller, then regurgitates some of the most odious things that Schuller has been teaching for thirty years. He claims commitment to the Scriptures then undermines them at almost every turn. He will tell his followers that he is not tampering with the message but only reengineering the methods, when in fact he has so altered the message as to make it all but unrecognizable.''
* by Bob DeWaay - " ''Warren’s man-centered theology comes with more evangelical ideas than does Schuller’s. Warren includes many more Biblical truths than Schuller ever did. In my opinion this makes Warren more deceptive than Schuller. Schuller ignored the Bible and depended on psychological concepts. Warren uses perverted Bible translations that change God-centered passages to man-centered passages. By carefully selecting the right mistranslation for each of his teaching points he has made the man-centered theology touted by Schuller seem Biblical.'' "
* by Stephen Weir '''Reasons For This Paper''': ''As manager of a conservative evangelical Christian literature service I am being asked with increasing frequency by concerned customers for information about Rick Warren’s best-seller of over 20 million copies, “The Purpose-Driven Life” (Zondervan, 2002). There are also believers personally known to me asking for similar information. Many good papers have already been written, to which this is intended to be a useful supplement. Because so many believers and churches are being affected, and because PDL contains so much harmful, dangerous false teaching, I have sought the Lord’s help to set out clearly and systematically, in a single paper, the basic objections and dangers I have found in this book.''
* '''The Purpose-Driven® Life''': An Evaluation & by Southern View Chapel "''Once we believe we have the right to change the meaning of God's Word to suit our agenda, there is no limit as to how far the misrepresentation of God's truth can go. This is exactly how virtually every cult and heresy is started.''"
* - Review of ''The Purpose Driven® Life'' referencing the ''NewsNight with Aaron Brown'' discussion of Rick Warren and '''Purpose Driven®''' related controversy. Site includes • A STATEMENT FROM GRACE TO YOU: John MacArthur on CNN's NewsNight with Aaron Brown, book reviews, reader comments and links to other websites.
* The Purpose Driven Life - Readers' Reviews
* By Nathan Busenitz
* by Stuart L Brogden
* by Michael Stohlmeyer
* (By Nathan Busenitz)
*
* Reviewed by Paul Alexander
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* by Challies.com September 21, 2004 - Make sure you read the commentary at the end of the explanation
* by James Sundquist False Teachings, False Teachers, and Contradictions in Rick Warren's Purpose Driven Life Book and Program
* By Todd Friel
* by Todd Wilken
* by Todd Wilken
* with Radio Host Todd WilkenDiscussion: The Purpose Driven Life Guests: Professor Larry Rast, Pastor Wil Weedon, and Pastor Tom Baker Date: October 29, 2003
* by John V. Fesko
* By Noel A. Espinosa
* Reasons Not to Join the Purpose Driven® Life Movement by Marshall C. St. John
* - Especially to the Ecumenical Third Wave New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) and "Positive Thinking" Movement compiled by Sandy Simpson
* by Sandy Simpson, 11/2/05
* by Brian Jonson " ''The video on exponential growth, presented by Warren, is one of the most shocking teachings I have ever seen emerge from a Southern Baptist. Our denomination is considered conservative and thoroughly Bible-based. When a minister in the SBC presents philosophies or doctrines that are contrary to scripture, he must be rebuked. This is true of the pastor of the smallest congregation as well as the largest. The fact that Saddleback Church is the largest in our movement makes this action so much more urgent.'' "
* July 2005 - Volume 11, Issue 7
* A Compendium of quotes
* pdf (Online Book) An Analysis of The Purpose Driven Life and Related Issues
In 2005, Zondervan senior marketing editor Greg Stielstra published <i>Pyromarketing</i>, which in part described how <i>The Purpose Driven Life</i> was marketed. This led to a dispute with Rick Warren, who felt that it was inappropriate to associate the success of his book with marketing, rather than with spiritual explanations. Articles on Rick Warren's use of "Pyromarketing" to sell his Purpose Driven® products: by Tim Challies; July 25, 2005; September 15, 2005; and .


===In popular culture===
{{seealso | Megachurch}}
In 2009, singer ] was inspired by the book to write the song '']''. <ref> Jessica Phillips, , countrystandardtime.com, USA, November 4, 2009</ref>
===Audio resources===
* by Rev. Bob DeWaay Pastor of Twin City Fellowship in Minneapolis, Minnesota


Filipino singer ] was also inspired by the book to release a studio album bearing the book's name.<ref> Purpose driven Jamie Rivera, philstar.com, September 10,2004</ref> The album became a hit in the Philippines, receiving gold and platinum awards.
:''Rick Warren's "Purpose Driven" philosophy was examined from several angles.''


NFL legend ] gave the book to 23-time Olympic gold medalist ] when he went to rehab.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/baltimore-sports-blog/bal-ray-lewis-tweets-strange-thing-about-michael-phelps-medal-count-deletes-it-20160810-story.html|title=Ray Lewis tweets strange thing about Michael Phelps' medal count, deletes it|publisher=Baltimore Sun|access-date=2016-09-09|website=baltimoresun.com|archive-date=2016-09-13|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160913085548/http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/baltimore-sports-blog/bal-ray-lewis-tweets-strange-thing-about-michael-phelps-medal-count-deletes-it-20160810-story.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> Phelps was deeply touched by the book. He read it while in rehab, even to other patients, earning him the nickname "Preacher Mike".<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/us/2016/august/purpose-driven-life-saves-olympian-michael-phelps-from-suicide|title=Olympian Michael Phelps: 'This Is the Best Place I've Ever Been In My Whole Life'|date=14 August 2016|access-date=15 November 2019|publisher=CBN News|website=cbn.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://aleteia.org/2016/08/11/for-michael-phelps-all-that-gold-couldnt-glitter-until-he-found-god/ |title=For Michael Phelps, all that gold couldn't glitter until he found God |date=11 August 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190907130342/https://aleteia.org/2016/08/11/for-michael-phelps-all-that-gold-couldnt-glitter-until-he-found-god/ |archive-date=7 September 2019 |access-date=6 December 2019|url-status=live|website=aleteia.com}}</ref>
:''A local church often takes on the Purpose Driven mold after a pastor expresses his "vision" (not God's vision) for the church, gains the support of leaders in the church, and finally announces it to the congregation, with the expectation that all will embrace the "vision". Those who do not agree with the changes, are characterized as opposing God's vision, and asked to leave.''


The book occupies an important place in the film '']'' released in 2015.<ref>Joe McGovern, , ew.com, US, September 22, 2015</ref> This fact-based film tells the story of Ashley Smith, a young single mom of ], being held hostage by ], in her apartment for seven hours. Smith reported to news outlets that during this time she read chapter 32 of ''The Purpose Driven Life'' to Nichols, which she credited as influencing his decision to release her from captivity.<ref>{{cite news|title=Ex-hostage: 'I wanted to gain his trust'|url=http://www.cnn.com/2005/LAW/03/14/smith.transcript/index.html|publisher=CNN|accessdate=1 December 2012}}</ref> In 2012, Smith also stated that she had been struggling with drug addiction at the time, and she gave Nichols drugs to calm him down. Smith had to decide whether to do the drugs with Nichols. Smith chose not to, and she has not touched drugs since.<ref>{{Citation|last=Saddleback Church|title=Day 2 – What On Earth Am I Here For Pt. 1|date=2012-10-15|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWIEyQTlqNA&t=3185|access-date=2018-10-16}}</ref> Sales of ''The Purpose Driven Life'' rose greatly, with the book becoming Amazon's second-best-selling book after news of Smith's captivity and release was announced.<ref>{{cite news|title=Purpose Driven Life sales pick up pace in Upstate|url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=c9YpAAAAIBAJ&pg=4609,491106&dq=ashley-smith+purpose-driven-life&hl=en|accessdate=1 December 2012|newspaper=Herald-Journal|date=Mar 17, 2005}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Rick Warren: The Purpose-Driven Pastor|website = NPR.org|url=https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=99529977|publisher=NPR|accessdate=1 December 2012}}</ref>
:''In a way each church becomes a franchise, (like McDonalds), where standardized methods, preaching, etc. are introduced, and only those who agree can stay. But, like McDonalds, the menu is pared down to a few attractive messages, while hard biblical truths are ignored.''
* KFUO Host: Todd Wilken "Rick Warren's '40 Days of Community'" Chris Rosebrough Extreme Theology.com
* KFUO Host: Rev Todd Wilken guest Rev. Greg Alms Redeemer Lutheran Church Catawba, NC
* KFUO Host: Rev Todd Wilken guest Rev. Greg Alms Redeemer Lutheran Church Catawba, NC


== See also ==
{{seealso | Megachurch}}
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== References ==
== Other Books by Rick Warren==
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*''The Purpose Driven Church'' (ISBN 0310201063)
*''Answers To Life's Difficult Questions'' (ISBN 0966089529)
*''The Power To Change Your Life'' (ISBN 0966089510)
*''What on Earth Am I Here For?'' Booklet (ISBN 0310264839)
*''Personal Bible Study Methods'' (ISBN 0966089502)


===Bibliography===
== External links ==
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Latest revision as of 11:26, 17 November 2024

2002 bible study book by Rick Warren
The Purpose Driven Life
Cover
AuthorRick Warren
LanguageEnglish
SubjectBible study
PublisherZondervan
Publication date2002
Publication placeUnited States
Media typePrint
ISBN9780310803065
OCLC51813195

The Purpose Driven Life is a bible study book written by Christian pastor Rick Warren and published by Zondervan in 2002. The book offers readers a 40-day personal spiritual journey and presents what Warren says are God's five purposes for human life on Earth.

Background

Warren was encouraged by Billy Graham in his 20s after he wrote his first book: Rick Warren’s Bible Study Methods. This greatly inspired Warren when he had "little confidence" in his writing ability:

The Purpose Driven Life might have never been written if Billy Graham had not believed in me.

The 2002 book Purpose Driven Life is a sequel to his 1995 book The Purpose Driven Church.

Summary

The book is intended to be read as a daily inspiration, with each of the 40 short chapters read on consecutive days. Each chapter contains a personal application section at the end with a "point to ponder," a verse to remember, and a question to consider over the course of that day. Rick Warren described his book as an "anti-self-help book." The first sentence of the book reads, "It's not about you," and the remainder of the chapter goes on to explain how the quest for personal fulfillment, satisfaction, and meaning can only be found in understanding and doing what God placed you on Earth to do. The book's 40 chapters are divided into six major sections, with the following titles:

In later versions of the book, two additional chapters were added about the two biggest reasons why Christians do not live purpose driven lives: envy and "people pleasing."

Reception

Sales

The book topped the Wall Street Journal best seller charts as well as Publishers Weekly charts. The Purpose Driven Life was also on the New York Times Bestseller List for over 90 weeks. It had sold over 18 million copies by 2008, and 32 million copies within its first decade, by 2012. According to both the author and publisher Simon & Schuster, 50 million copies had been sold in more than 85 languages by 2020.

Impact

A May 2005 survey of American pastors and ministers conducted by George Barna asked Christian leaders to identify what books were the most influential on their lives and ministries. The Purpose Driven Life was the most frequent response. The Purpose Driven Church, written prior to The Purpose Driven Life, was the second most frequent response. Billy Graham described the book as one that would "guide you to greatness—through living the Great Commandment and the Great Commission of Jesus."

In 2005, after reading the book, the President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, invited Warren to develop the P.E.A.C.E. Plan in the country.

Criticism

Biblical scholar Robert M. Price criticized Warren for applying eisegesis, which includes quoting various translations of the Bible and selectively choosing whichever paraphrase or translation supports his theses. Jason Harris criticized the book for providing the scripture citations only in end notes, making it harder for readers to know the context of the passages it cites.

In popular culture

In 2009, singer Carrie Underwood was inspired by the book to write the song Temporary Home.

Filipino singer Jamie Rivera was also inspired by the book to release a studio album bearing the book's name. The album became a hit in the Philippines, receiving gold and platinum awards.

NFL legend Ray Lewis gave the book to 23-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps when he went to rehab. Phelps was deeply touched by the book. He read it while in rehab, even to other patients, earning him the nickname "Preacher Mike".

The book occupies an important place in the film Captive released in 2015. This fact-based film tells the story of Ashley Smith, a young single mom of Atlanta, being held hostage by Brian Nichols, in her apartment for seven hours. Smith reported to news outlets that during this time she read chapter 32 of The Purpose Driven Life to Nichols, which she credited as influencing his decision to release her from captivity. In 2012, Smith also stated that she had been struggling with drug addiction at the time, and she gave Nichols drugs to calm him down. Smith had to decide whether to do the drugs with Nichols. Smith chose not to, and she has not touched drugs since. Sales of The Purpose Driven Life rose greatly, with the book becoming Amazon's second-best-selling book after news of Smith's captivity and release was announced.

See also

References

  1. Warren, Rick (27 February 2018). "Rick Warren: How Billy Graham Shaped My Life and Ministry". outreachmagizine.com. Archived from the original on 6 December 2019. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
  2. Dias, Elizabeth (22 February 2018). "'Billy Was My Hero.' Pastor Rick Warren Remembers His Mentor Billy Graham". Time. Archived from the original on 22 February 2018. Retrieved 20 December 2019.
  3. George Thomas Kurian, James D. Smith III, The Encyclopedia of Christian Literature, Volume 2, Scarecrow Press, US, 2010, p. 630
  4. Alex Murashko, 10th Anniversary Edition of 'The Purpose Driven Life' Redesigned for Millennials, christianpost.com, US, June 14, 2012
  5. Warren, Rick, The Purpose Driven Life, 2002, p. 17
  6. Warren, Rick, The Purpose Driven Life, 2002, p. 25
  7. Warren, Rick, The Purpose Driven Life, 2002, Table of Contents
  8. Donadio, Rachel (2004-11-28). "Faith-Based Publishing". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2016-02-11.
  9. "A Review of Rick Warren's "The Purpose Driven Life"".
  10. "Purpose Driven Life Gets a 10th Anniversary Makeover: PW Talks with Rick Warren".
  11. Accessed on April 18, 2020 https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Rick-Warren/39904606
  12. Sullivan, Amy (10 March 2009). "Rick Warren's Magazine: A Publishing Leap of Faith". Time.
  13. "Saddleback Church Pastor Rick Warren's Easter message during coronavirus pandemic on faith that works when life doesn't". Los Angeles Daily News. 12 April 2020.
  14. "Survey Reveals The Books and Authors That Have Most Influenced Pastors". barna.com. 30 May 2005. Archived from the original on 17 November 2018. Retrieved 6 December 2019.
  15. Cynthia Mcfadden, Ted Gerstein, Rick Warren's 'Long-Term Relationship' with Rwanda, abcnews.go.com, USA, July 31, 2008
  16. Price, Robert M. The Reason-Driven Life pp. 307–312
  17. Harris, Jason. InFocus. "The Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren
  18. Jessica Phillips, Carrie Underwood's Boyfriend Inspires Song on Play On, countrystandardtime.com, USA, November 4, 2009
  19. Purpose driven Jamie Rivera, philstar.com, September 10,2004
  20. "Ray Lewis tweets strange thing about Michael Phelps' medal count, deletes it". baltimoresun.com. Baltimore Sun. Archived from the original on 2016-09-13. Retrieved 2016-09-09.
  21. "Olympian Michael Phelps: 'This Is the Best Place I've Ever Been In My Whole Life'". cbn.com. CBN News. 14 August 2016. Retrieved 15 November 2019.
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