Praise for The New You
People are looking for the big miracle or the one secret solution or the one answer to solve all their problems. This exciting book focuses on small steps... many small steps... to transform your life.
Elmer L. Towns , cofounder and vice president, Liberty University
Are you tired, worn down, discouraged, and longing for a vibrant lifea new you? Then this book is the prescription you need. Nelson Searcy and Jennifer Dykes Henson have compiled a simple yet comprehensive list of biblical principles anchored in scientific fact that, when applied, energizes the tired, rejuvenates the worn down, and invigorates the discouraged. Because of Gods design for life, if you do what this book teaches, you cannot avoid a healthier and happier life.
Timothy R. Jennings , MD, DFAPA, psychiatrist and author of The Aging Brain and The God- Shaped Brain
The New You is like a handbook for life. The content is clear, concise, and compelling. And Nelson and Jennifer write in a style that is straightforward, biblical, and highly practical. Your life will be better if you read and do what this book says.
Lance Witt , founder, Replenish Ministries
Having no vision for your life should be alarming. However, having a big vision with no plan is senseless. This book will help you cultivate both! I love what Nelson and Jennifer have done because theyve made complicated concepts incredibly approachable. Youre going to want to keep this book near you for the rest of your life.
Clay Scroggins , lead pastor, North Point Community Church
The New You proves a timely book, as Christians are recognizing in increasing number the call to offer our bodies as living sacrifices (Rom. 12:1).
Matthew C. Easter , assistant professor of Bible, Missouri Baptist University
The best book in a long time about how to balance spiritual and physical health! Searcy and Henson give an easy-to-follow plan for improving health while growing your spiritual life. Keep this book on your nightstand, in your car, or in your bag to consult it often and learn how physical health and spiritual growth were intended to work together.
Bob Whitesel , DMin, PhD, award-winning author of thirteen books, coach, consultant, and speaker on church health and growth at ChurchHealth.net
Progress, not perfection! This approach to life keeps me sane and moving in the right direction. It is also what makes The New You such a valuable tool for making the most of your wellness. Read and apply this book and your total person will be transformed!
Steve Reynolds , pastor of Capital Baptist Church in Annandale, Virginia, and author of Bod4God : Twelve Weeks to Lasting Weight Los s
A refreshing and eye-opening read. Their practical and frank confrontation of the questions and unhealthy habits we often have encourages truthful reflection on how we serve as ministers and Christians. This is balanced brilliantly with the small steps to change, which provide motivation and are nonthreatening for persons who can become overwhelmed by just thinking about getting healthy.
Dwight Fletcher , founder and senior pastor, Transformed Life Church, Kingston, Jamaica
I was not a healthy pastor. I was overweight, out of shape, stressed out, and headed for an early grave. Two years ago, I finally decided to put into practice the principles that Nelson shares in this book, the same principles that he has been living and sharing with me through coaching. Nelson is right: it really is the small things, done consistently over time, that make a huge impact in every area of life. In the past two years, Ive lost over eighty-five pounds and kept it off. I have more energy than Ive ever had, and Im healthier than Ive ever been. I cannot wait to share this book with you! You really are one small step away from a brand-new you!
Pastor Chris Rollins , Coastal Community Church, Charleston, South Carolina
Nelson has been my friend and role model for ministry for nearly thirty years. I have witnessed him excel in every area of life, from school to family life to church leadership. The principles that have helped him to be a good friend, husband, father, and pastor are shared in The New You in order to take you from an average life to an abundant life.
Michael A. Jordan , pastor, Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Axton, Virginia
In The New You , Nelson and Jennifer not only give the reader a checkup but they also give strategies for improving the most important areas of life. If you desire greater energy, clearer thinking, and spiritual vitality, this is the book for you.
Brian Moore , lead pastor, Crosspointe Church Anaheim
This book will strengthen your life, regardless of your faith. You will walk away stronger mentally, spiritually, physically, and emotionally. From the first chapter to the last, you will find big and small ideas you can use now. Dont wait; buy this book now.
Jimmy Britt , lead pastor, Rocky River Church, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nelson and Jennifer have done it again! Having known Nelson for over a decade, I have personally benefited from the teachings in this book. I recommend this book to everyone! And I think it would be a great book for small group study too.
Dr. Rick Mandl , senior pastor, Eagle Rock Baptist Church, Los Angeles, California
Wholeness and healing are at the top of Gods priority list. By clearly explaining the biblical principles that point to full health, the authors make human wholeness not only understandable but, through a series of small steps, doable.
Stan Pegram , lead pastor, BMZ Regional Church
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2020 by Nelson Searcy
Published by Baker Books
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This book contains excerpts from The Generosity Ladder by Nelson Searcy with Jennifer Dykes Henson, published by Baker Books in 2010.
Dedication
Dedicated to everyone brave enough
to commit to a lifestyle of true generosity.