Brady Boyd - Speak Life: Restoring Healthy Communication in How You Think, Talk, and Pray

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Speak Life

This book is a must-read for anyone who is serious about their relationship with God and their ability to speak life into relationships. Our words are powerful, and Brady Boyd gives us great wisdom in this very timely book. Thank you, Pastor Brady, for writing something that will help all of us follow Jesus better!

Tommy Barnett, co-pastor and founder of Dream City Church in Arizona and founder of the Dream Center in Los Angeles

Our words have so much powerboth to hurt others and to build them up. In Speak Life , Brady Boyd reminds us that our first conversation before opening our mouths must be a silent one with God. When we follow Christs example and keep in constant communication with our Father, we are then equipped to face every situation with his divine power, wisdom, and grace. Speak Life will forever change the way you think about the words you pray and the words you say.

Chris Hodges, senior pastor of Church of the Highlands and author of Fresh Air and Four Cups

Brady Boyd has done it again. In Speak Life , Boyd writes about something that every one of us can understand on many levels: the power of words and conversations. Boyd writes from a pastors heart. And by this, Im not suggesting that he writes as a guru, an expert, or a know-it-all. Rather, he shares with raw honesty and vulnerability; but through it all, he faithfully points people to Jesus, the Scriptures, and ultimately, to a more intimate relationship with God.

Rev. Eugene Cho, senior pastor of Quest Church and author of Overrated

Have you ever said something you wanted to take back? At some point, weve all been careless with our words. But the truth is, the quality of life we live depends on what we say. In Brady Boyds new book, Speak Life , he addresses this topic with clear and practical biblical answers. I know youll be challenged and inspired as you learn to speak words that bring life.

Robert Morris, founding senior pastor of Gateway Church and bestselling author of The Blessed Life , The Power of Your Words , and Truly Free

Brady Boyd brilliantly excavates Jesuss conversational style. Discover how to look, sound, and act more like Jesus as Speak Life positions you to speak life into any situation. Your communication habits will be radically transformed.

John and Lisa Bevere, founders of Messenger International

Brady Boyd has written another really helpful, down-to-earth book. Open to any page and youll find practical wisdom that speaks straight to where you are.

John Eldredge, author of Wild at Heart and Moving Mountain

I absolutely love this book! God has given Brady Boyd incredible revelation about the power of words and how they should be used to build and enhance every relationship in our livesincluding the way we relate to God and ourselves. This book is a must-read for everyone! It will truly change your life and increase your potential for success on every level.

Jimmy Evans, founder and CEO of MarriageToday

We all know the power of the right word spoken at the right time. Words like that can turn a bad day around or even change a life. When it comes to speaking the right words at the right time, no one did it better than Jesus. What if we learned to speak like himto have the sorts of conversations that helped people meet with God? Thats what Speak Life is all about. Im excited for my friend Bradys new book because, in my experience, we could all stand to sound a little bit more like Jesus!

Greg Surratt, senior pastor of Seacoast Church

The wonderful gifts we draw from Speak Life are wisdom and experience for developing excellent relationships. Of course, the Word of God is the foundation of this valuable work, which is a genuine treasure for those of us wishing to develop a wholesome communication with our heavenly Father and those around us. Thank you, Brady, for helping us rediscover the power of our words!

Pastor Cash Luna, senior pastor of Casa de Dios in Guatemala City

Speak Life is a fantastic weapon to put in your artillery against the Enemy. It will equip you to go to new levels in your spiritual walk and give you tools for advancing the kingdom of God. A must-read!

Christine Caine, Founder of A21 and Propel Women, author of Unashamed

Brady Boyd nailed it in Speak Life . After reading this book, my understanding of some personal choices I need to make smacked me right between the eyes. The insights you will discover about the crucial conversations in your life will make you a stronger believer, a better person, and a more effective leader. Put this book on your to read now list, and buy a copy for the people you love the most.

Philip Wagner, pastor of Oasis Church in Los Angeles, founder of Generosity.org, and author of Love Works and Unlock Your Dream

SPEAK LIFE

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2016 Brady Boyd

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For my parents, Leland and Pat. You told me I would be okay, and I believed you despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. You spoke life to me, and for that I am grateful.