John Merritt - Dont Blink: The Life You Wont Want to Miss

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A lot of people spend their whole life waiting on the Lord hoping one day to enjoy life, only to find that the whole time, the Lord is waiting on them! In Dont Blink John Merritt uses entertaining stories and biblical insights that give us permission to enjoy life in Christ nowand to dream of a more fulfilling future.

Scott Ridout, President of Converge Worldwide.

Spending time with John always surpasses my expectations, and as you read Dont Blink your expectations will be surpassed as well. What is revealed inside is what a life fully committed to God looks like and, believe it or not, having fun living that life. Its a must read.

William Sands, DDS, Vice Chairperson at UOP Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.

Ill never forget the first time I read John Merritts whale story. Its unforgettable, but then so is John. He lives an adventurous life, but he has doable adventures. You just have to decide to pull out of your safe harbor and get that hook ready for something really big. Why not let Dont Blink be your guide to a freshly alive unforgettable life? Dont let this be the one that got away!

Susy Flory, New York Times Best Selling Author.

Ive known John Merritt as a spiritual leader, teacher, mentor and confidant. John is a person who is able to translate a visionary future into digestible steps so that were able to be on the journey with him. He will forever be an advisor and leader in my world.

Erna Grasz, CEO of Asante Africa Foundation.

John Merritt has been with me on hikes through the rainforest, snorkeling adventures in choppy waters, and morning prayers in Jerusalem. The character trait that shines through it all is Johns deep and abiding faith. Dont Blink shares how this faith informs and guides his passion for life. We can all learn from his insights.

Roy Goble, President & Co-Founder of PathLight International.

Grounded but not tethered describes my friend John Merritt. Some pastors ask, Are you saved? John asks that and more. His life asks, Are you alive?

James Schaude, National Accounts Manager, Anixter.

First my pastor and then good friend, John Merritts Sunday messages took me from an intimidating relationship with God to a joyful one, while proving how such an ancient book as the Bible can help us lead our best lives. Im certain youll discover within these pages that John is one of us, easy to relate to and has a sense of humor youll appreciate.

Shelley Rittenbach, Owner/Partner, Allied Construction Services.

John Merritt is a follower of Christ who has impacted thousands of lives as the founding pastor of the resource and refuge known as CrossWinds Church in the San Francisco East Bay. Johns leadership has not only been in the context of a pastor but as a creation of God, and he seeks to help all of us take full advantage of the life created for our enjoyment.

Robert Sakogawa, Risk Management Professional.

John Merritts zest for living life is what opened the door for me to become all that God had in mind. As a participant with John on several adventures, Ive seen how he tackles them head on. Life is meant to be lived fully and John is the embodiment of that reality.

Carole Taylor, Community Life Pastor, CrossWinds Church.

John Merritt explains how Jesus came to give us abundant life but how often we have reduced the Christian life to a list of dos and donts. John has done his research, not in a library, but in the doing of life and he invites us into that adventure. Being his friend for 25 years, I can attest to Johns passion for squeezing every ounce out of the wonderful world God has made for us to enjoy.

Emily Nelson, Author and Speaker.

Whether in a rubber raft in the Icy Straight in Alaska or in a duck blind in the marshlands of the Sacramento Delta, one always feels Gods presence and true joy when on an adventure with John Merritt. It has been my pleasure to enjoy a lifetime of adventurous pursuits with my pastor and true friend John.

Chris Gullick, DDS and Co-Founder of CAD3D Academy.

When a man profoundly changes another mans life for the better, wisdom is always involved. When the same man changes a vast number of lives, the hand of God is involved. John Merritt is such a man.

Steve Iversen, Owner of CU HomeLand Corporation.

There are many ways to worship God. One of the most satisfying to God must be to enjoy the gift of life and his amazing creation to the fullest extent possible. This being the case, following Johns approach to life must really be pleasing to God!

Robert Petersen, Retired Rocket Scientist.

Whether were running ridges, diving for abalone, hunting or floating down the Grand Canyon, John and I experienced many great adventures together. Ive looked forward to the release of Dont Blink and the encouragement to go big before you go home.

Scott Jerlow, Dive Master and Elk Hunting Guide.

Most people are content to live their lives in the happy middle. But a few break from the masses and seek the outer edges of adventure and extreme. All my brushes with death have come from following my older brother, Johnbut so have my brushes with pure exhilaration and glory. I was fortunate to be able to tag along with one of the most uninhibited, adventurous and genuinely free spirits I have ever known. John showed me a better and bolder way to attack life and I will forever love him for that.

Bob Merritt, Senior Pastor of Eagle Brook Church and Author of Get Wise.

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The Life You Wont Want To Miss

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