Allen Jackson - Intentional Faith: Aligning Your Life with the Heart of God

PRAISE FOR INTENTIONAL FAITH

Pastor Allen Jackson is a true example to me of faithfulness and humility, so Im delighted hes written this book drawing on his real wisdom on how to effect meaningful spiritual change in our lives. Faith without action is no real faith; this book is a warm invitation to the real thing.

Eric Metaxas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Bonhoeffer, Martin Luther, and Miracles; and host of the nationally syndicated Eric Metaxas Radio Show

When I think of a strong and steady kind of faith, not easily quenched by fear, I think of the faith of men like Allen Jackson. If youve always wanted a wise mentor to disciple you in your spiritual journey, a personal Gandolf of sorts, to help guide you through the wilderness of lifes challenges, youve found him. And in this book hes going to share his ancient secrets with you. Get ready for your faith to become more intentional, more real, and more solid.

Kirk Cameron, actor and filmmaker best known for Growing Pains and #1 grossing inspirational film of 2008, Fireproof

Allen Jackson is a rare megachurch pastor in that he is a humble man with a true servants heart. He doesnt put a spotlight on himself or his ministry but on Christ. The World Outreach Church he pastors is properly named for what it does, which is to touch the world through its myriad of ministries and missions around the globe. In his new book, Intentional Faith, he takes the reader on a challenging journey to align ones life with the Word of God. When some pastors are trying to be popular or relevant, Allen Jackson focuses on sticking to the Scripture and living a life that doesnt escape challenges but powers through them. If you want to move from occasional to intentional in your Christian walk, this book will be a guide to get there!

Mike Huckabee, former governor of Arkansas, 2008 presidential candidate, New York Times bestselling author, and host of Huckabee

Traditional thinking is that animals only learn by two methodstrauma and repetitionand more than likely a little of both. I sometimes think that the same is true of mankind. We have to get our fingers burned and learn the same lessons over and over again before they finally stick. From his experience and observation, Pastor Allen Jackson has written a book dealing with our desire to have a closer personal relationship with our Creator. Intentional Faith is about the common problems of self-doubt, forgiveness, and the desire to walk closer to God, written in everyday terminology and cut-to-the-chase conclusions.

Charlie Daniels, American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist best known for his #1 country hit song The Devil Went Down to Georgia

In Allen Jacksons Intentional Faith, you will receive Godly wisdom on how to grow in your faith in the Lord; therefore, you will create an environment in your home, your health, your business, and your relationships that allows God to work through you more efficiently and more noticeably. We all want God to give us things we want, but all too often we are too lazy and/or unintentional about doing what we should to see those things materialize. Faith is not like asking Santa Claus for a Christmas gift just one time and it magically showing up under the tree. Although we cant earn Gods love and blessings, we can boldly ask for and welcome them by praying more, reading the Bible more, and loving and forgiving others more. In other words, we stand a better chance of receiving them by having an intentional faith.

Josh Turner, actor, songwriter, and American country and gospel singer best known for songs Long Black Train and Your Man

What can you hope to become in one hundred days? Here are themes drawn from a lifetime of experience that have led to significant life changes in thousands of people. Intentional Faith unlocks the understandings a follower of Jesus Christ has found helpful in pursuing a life that would please God. Having walked alongside Allen Jackson for more than twenty years, I have observed him consistently practice what he describes in this book. He is as deliberate and intentional a leader as anyone I have known. The spotlight he puts on these areas for development carry a method and a promise. He has majored in approaching life changes in discrete and manageable bites. He would have all those who follow his path to experience a life of spiritual fruitfulness.

I have found his advice to be profoundly practical. Allen does not forcefully urge or seek to persuade in a dramatic fashion as do some presenters, but suggests simple, small steps that lead to perceptible progress. The results can be seen in terms of peace of mind and heart, and a growing confidence that God is aware and will assist where needed. Wherever you find yourself, Allen assures you can move toward an even better place, gradually and certainly. I am confident that anyone who walks in his guidance for the suggested one hundred days will be able to share their own convincing story of growth.

Carl George, author and church growth consultant, Greenville, South Carolina

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Jackson, Allen, 1958- author.

Title: Intentional faith: aligning your life with the heart of God / Allen Jackson.

Description: Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2020. | Includes bibliographical references. | Summary: Megachurch pastor Allen Jackson invites readers on a 100-day adventure of experiencing God through ten biblical practices that will reignite their faith and transform their livesProvided by publisher.

Identifiers: LCCN 2019034589 (print) | LCCN 2019034590 (ebook) | ISBN 9781400217250 (paperback) | ISBN 9781400217267 (ebook) Subjects: LCSH: Faith. | Spiritual lifeChristianity. | Christian life.

Classification: LCC BV4637 .J33 2020 (print) | LCC BV4637 (ebook) | DDC 248.4/6dc23

Epub Edition January 2020 9781400217267

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