Chip Ingram

I haven't previously read any books by Chip Ingram before, but I decided to try out this book when it came up for review. I'm glad I did. Ingram writes in a clear, personal style which I think connects well with the reader. The beginning chapter starts out with a few of the misconceptions people hold about God. Research* shows that many (if not most) people view God as they view their parents or other authority figures, and when we base our thoughts about God in this way, we end up with a show more distorted picture of who God really is and what He has in store for our lives.

I love how Ingram goes through seven attributes of God and tears down the lies we automatically believe based on our circumstances and situations. Ingram's definitions and thoughts are centered around much of A.W. Tozer's teachings as well, which provides depth and insight from a great author of the past. Ingram's chapters are divided into sub-sections and further sub-sections when necessary, and I appreciated the titles and outlines of his thought process. Each chapter ends with a study guide, furthering the reader's study with questions, definitions, and verses to meditate on with the use of the BIO acronym: 1) Come BEFORE God daily, 2) Do life IN COMMUNITY weekly, and 3) ON MISSION 24/7. Chip Ingram also recounts personal experiences with the attributes of God and willingly shares his victories and failures centered on his foundation in Christ.

I had few (if any) issues with his theology, for which I was grateful. It's refreshing to read a sound interpretation of Scripture while yet being encouraged on in the faith. Pick up a copy and you'll find conviction and encouragement about who God is and how He longs for you to see Him. show less

This book is a great road map for Christian heterosexuals but if you're none of the above I don't see how this book can be any help at all. That's what bugs me about the book, is that it only covers the one religion and the one sexual preference.

Rated: B+
As I began reading Chip Ingram's book, I had the sense that it was just another "feel good" book for Christians. I was wrong. After finishing the book, I transcribed all the text that I had underlined to a Word document. Ended up as four pages of notes. Good book. Practical ideas.

A thought-provoking book about generosity! It was definitely not focused on the obvious, money, but on time, reputation, community, etc. I read this and watched the video in which the author commented and further explained each of the four chapters. This gave me a new insight into generosity. 117 pages