This book is equally beautiful and challenging. If you want to live life on your heels, soaring by at average, this message isnt for you. But if you want to rise up, if you want to walk forward in the life Jesus died for you to live, if you want to leave a legacy that will ring out through the ages, Generation Distinct will give you the exact tools you need to live life on the offense.
LEVI LUSKO, lead pastor of Fresh Life Church; bestselling author
Having known Hannah Gronowski for years, I can testify that she practices what she writes here. Her words are a clarion call, an anthem, for this generation and the next. If you want your life to mean something, if you hope to impact others, if you believe you were created for more, then step into the Generation Distinct journey. To borrow a phrase from Hannah herself, The question isnt whether the world will be changed. The question this book asks isWill you be the one to change it?
AUBREY SAMPSON, author of The Louder Song; church planter; speaker
Youre here for a reason. I think we all want to believe that, but secretly we might have our doubts. Its why Hannahs book is such a gift to us all. Yes, we live in a world of many wrongs. Thats the bad news. The good news is... youre here. All you need to do is discover the wrong youre here to make right. Open the book, and find your path.
JEFF HENDERSON, author of Know What Youre FOR; lead pastor; entrepreneur
Hannah Gronowski is such a refreshing voice! Shes deeply biblical, culturally savvy, and one of the finest leaders of our generation. This book is a must-read. It helps unlock the passion, purpose, and potential of one of the most unique generations of all time. If you are ready to dream again, pick this book up NOW.
RASHAWN COPELAND, founder of Im So Blessed Daily; author of Start Where You Are
Hannah Gronowski is one of the key leaders in this next generation. Shes a convener, a voice, and a launcher of next-gen leaders. In a generation riddled with stereotypes, Im thankful for her words on living a distinctly different, set-apart life. Shell help you clarify your calling and move past your excuses.
GRANT SKELDON, executive director of Initiative Network; author of The Passion Generation
What if we encouraged and empowered a generation to unleash their God-given gifts and abilities instead of stifling them with criticism and stigmas? In Generation Distinct, my friend Hannah Gronowski shows us how Jesus encounters young people and unleashes them to change this world. Be encouraged... God is using this generation!
NICK HALL, founder and chief communicator of Pulse
In this work, Hannah shows the world what it means to lead with humility and authority. Her words uplift while they challenge. Its rare to find someone as uniquely gifted for this time as Hannah is.
CARLOS WHITTAKER, author of Enter Wild, Kill the Spider, and Moment Maker
Hannahs passion for living a meaningful life spills all over the pages. She wants that for you, too. This book is not just your invitation but your guide to exploring whats possible for a generation that cares.
CAREY NIEUWHOF, bestselling author; podcaster; speaker
This book is an anthem for this generation! A compelling invitation to live your one and only life with purpose, on mission for the sake of others. Get ready, for these sacred words will call out the best in you and help you live a life that demands an explanation.
STEVE CARTER, pastor; author of This Invitational Life
If the future of the next generation is at stake, pass the ball to Hannah. Shes the youngest freedom fighter I know. Her book is sure to change lives!
SAM COLLIER, international speaker; global TV and podcast host of A Greater Story
At the faith-based university where Im president, our mission is to help students discover the solution that they were created to be. That is why I am so excited about the impact this book will have on this generation. In Generation Distinct, readers will learn how to develop their potential, discover their passions, and connect with their community to multiply their impact.
DR. KENT INGLE, president of Southeastern University; author of The Modern Guide to College, Framework Leadership, and 9 Disciplines of Enduring Leadership
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FOREWORD
I CHUCKLED THE OTHER DAY as I read a recent meme: Everybody wants to change the world, but no one wants to change the toilet paper! I laughed so I didnt cry. The stark reality of world-changing conversations is that they are often wildly inspirational without giving much practical help. As G. K. Chesterton wrote, The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult; and left untried. This remains true for us, as well, but Im convinced that the next generation faces an even greater obstacle to applying real-life action to big-picture principles: despair.