Gregg Matte - Finding Gods Will: Seek Him, Know Him, Take the Next Step

2010 Gregg Matte

Published by Baker Books
a division of Baker Publishing Group
P.O. Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
www.bakerbooks.com

Baker Books edition published 2014

ISBN 978-1-4412-2414-9

Previously published by Regal Books

Ebook edition originally created 2010

Ebook corrections 01.15.2018

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PRAISE FOR

FINDING GODS WILL

Pastor Gregg gives some truly powerful insights on a topic of great importance: finding Gods will. Who among us wouldnt enjoy a greater understanding of Gods plan for our lives? This book sets forth principles that will help anyone wrestling with this challenging subject. God has spoken to my life through Pastor Gregg on many occasions, and He has done so again through this book.

LANCE BERKMAN

All-Star Major League Baseball Player

Many men can write a book, but few can live the life they write. Finding Gods Will is Gregg Matte. Its wise, its easy, and it works. Ive never known a better man or read a better book.

JOHN R. BISAGNO

Pastor Emeritus, Houstons First Baptist Church, Houston, Texas

Sin duda este libro ser de bendicin para el lector y le ayudara a identificar su llamado y su destino en Dios. El mensaje que Gregg comunica es de manera relevante, impactante y practico, es una persona que vive lo que predica y es una persona que forma cambios positivos en el Reino de Dios. Yo soy testigo de lo que Dios esta haciendo por medio de Gregg y sin duda entiende el llamado de Dios en su vida. S que sus predicaciones han marcado la vida de miles y lo seguir haciendo. Me siento muy privilegiado de ser parte de lo que Gregg esta haciendo por medio del mundo.

VCTOR J. CRDENAS

Founder of Otra Onda Inc. and Vocalist of Zona 7

Gregg Matte, with rare grace, candor and biblical accuracy, has taken us on a much-needed journey to find satisfying answers to the questions of Gods role in the pain and joy that accompanies the life of every follower of Christ.

MATT CARTER

Lead Pastor, The Austin Stone Community Church, Austin, Texas

Gregg Matte speaks clearly into the confusion of so many followers of Jesus who arent sure how to follow Him. With a shepherds passion and practical wisdom, Gregg has provided a timeless resource for finding Gods will.

DR. LARRY CRABB

Author of 66 Love Letters, founder and director of NewWay Ministries

God, why are you allowing this to happen? It is a question that we all ask but rarely understand. Finding Gods Will can help you understand how God works your life for His purpose. But this isnt just some manual. Gregg uses humor along with humility to speak to our hearts. Finding Gods Will made me feel as if Gregg were sitting right next to me while he explained the unexplainable.

MORGAN ENSBERG

Former All-Star Major League Baseball Player

From among all of the voices offering guidance along lifes journey, to whom will you choose to listen? I frequently listen to my friend Gregg Matte. Gregg is qualified to speak because he has faithfully and consistently chosen to listen to the one supreme wise voicethe same voice who spoke to Moses through a burning bush and guided his steps with pillars of fire and smoke. You are sure to enjoy this journey into a deeper understanding of discerning the will of God.

DR. BRIAN G. FISHER

Senior Pastor, Grace Bible Church, College Station, Texas

I cant think of anyone better to help university students and young adults (okay, anybody!) discover their role in Gods story than my friend Gregg Matte. Finding Gods Will is practical and powerful fuel for a life that counts for what matters most.

LOUIE GIGLIO

Founder, The Passion Movement, Passion City Church, Atlanta, Georgia

People today value authenticity. Gregg Mattes thoughts on finding Gods will for our lives are a true resource for wisdom and encouragement along this journey.

STEVE M. LIVINGSTON, ED. D

Head of School, Houston Christian High School, Houston, Texas

How could Gregg Matte have known when he started the Breakaway Ministry at Texas A&M University as a 19-year-old college student that he was walking in Gods perfect will for his life? God was preparing him at that time to one day become the pastor of Houstons First Baptist Church. Greggs book shows that when we seek God with our whole heart, it is impossible to get out of His will. You will love the transparency with which Gregg writes about his own experiences. What a blessing to know Gregg Matte and to call him Pastor.

CAROLE LEWIS

National Director, First Place 4 Health

I have known Pastor Matte for many years and have seen his determination to make this world a better place. As you read the pages of his book, you will find yourself motivated and inspired not only to discover Gods will for your own life but also to reach out and give the hope of our Lord to those around us daily.

DRAYTON MCLANE

Chairman and CEO, Houston Astros

Im thrilled to recommend my pastors book to you! The style that makes him so well loved at the podium also flows from his pen. Gregg Matte is a great Bible teacher, and no one can illustrate a point more masterfully. Not many people fall asleep at my church. Youre about to find out why. Enjoy! The God of Gods will awaits you.

BETH MOORE

Bestselling author and founder of Living Proof Ministries

I couldnt put it down! This book is packed with truth to help answer the question that every believer asks. Gregg shares gripping stories, both personal and biblical, that speak to finding Gods will in every season of life!

CHRISTY NOCKELS

Songwriter and worship leader for Passion Conferences

Finally, Gregg Matte has written a book! Gregg has lived and breathed these truths. How do we discern the will of God? How do we live a life that matters? The answers are found here!

BEN STUART

Director, Breakaway Ministries, College Station, Texas

If you are looking for the will of God, you have to find it through your own personal encounter with God; but if you are looking for a methodology that will get you there every time, Gregg Matte has provided your guide for finding it. Instead of using secular principles, however, he has given his readers a way to accomplish this task based on the Word of God. I strongly encourage everyone to read this book.

PAIGE PATTERSON

President, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Forth Worth, Texas

Gregg really hits a home run here. Skillfully blending Scripture and story, he shows us that Gods will is less about finding hidden treasure and much more about a path daily walked in communion with and submission to our Lord. It is in that daily journey that Gods will finds us.