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The apostle Paul was, in his own words, "the chief of all sinners." Yet, this colossal figure left an indelible signature of greatness. Join renowned pastor Charles Swindoll in Great Lives: Paul as he examines the influence and impact of this remarkable man. Tough, tenacious, and fiercely determined, Paul pursued his divine mission with unflinching resolve, and God used him mightily to turn the world upside down for Christ in his generation. Perhaps that's why Paul's life is such a source of show more hope for us. If the chief of sinners can be forgiven and become God's chosen vessel, can He not forgive and use us as well? In "Great Lives: Paul", the sixth book in his bestselling Great Lives series, Swindoll argues that no other person in the Bible, aside from Christ himself, had a more profound influence on his world and ours today than Paul. Within the pages of "Great Lives: Paul", Swindoll paints a vivid picture of Paul's incredible life and legacy, tracing the story of how God reached down to Paul in all his self-righteous zeal and: - crushed his pride - softened his heart - and transformed this once-violent aggressor into an influential spokesman for Christ Join Swindoll as he invites you to travel far back to another place in another era--allowing us to focus our attention on this one man's life, clinging closely to his side. Hopefully, as a result, our lives will never again be the same. show lessTags
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I've always liked Swindoll and his Profiles in Character series are some of my favorites. This one is on the apostle Paul. This goes through the life of Paul as we see him in the Bible, from the time he was known as Saul and persecuting the early followers of Christ to his imprisonment and execution at the hands of the Romans. We follow him as we move through the Book of Acts and through the letters that Paul wrote.
One thing we learn about Paul from this look at Paul is how he persevered throughout his trials and triumphed despite them. He stayed positive throughout, despite his certain execution and showed his deep love for those he ministered too and through them his love for Christ. Very inspirational when we look at our own tough show more times and how we often find defeat even though we deal with lesser tribulations than Paul had faced.
Once again Paul, brings us a great look (though perhaps not as in depth as it could have been) into one of the great people of the Bible. show less
One thing we learn about Paul from this look at Paul is how he persevered throughout his trials and triumphed despite them. He stayed positive throughout, despite his certain execution and showed his deep love for those he ministered too and through them his love for Christ. Very inspirational when we look at our own tough show more times and how we often find defeat even though we deal with lesser tribulations than Paul had faced.
Once again Paul, brings us a great look (though perhaps not as in depth as it could have been) into one of the great people of the Bible. show less
I felt this was better than his biography of Jesus although it did not satisfy my interest in learning a little more about the life of Paul. I am now reading a book by F. F. Bruce that is more in depth and I think I will find what I am looking for. However, this book was very inspirational and I would highly recommend it.
Excellent book on the life of the apostle Paul. Swindoll adds the human touch and life application value to this biography.
If you really want to know about Paul, look somewhere else.
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Charles R. Swindoll was born on October 18, 1935 in El Campo, Texas. After his duty in the Marine Corps, Swindoll entered the Dallas Theological Seminary and graduated with several honors including the Harry A. Ironside Award for Expository Preaching and the Faculty Award for Most Outstanding Graduate. Swindoll became a pastor in several churches show more across the United States, and later became president of the Dallas Theological Seminary in 1994. He has written over 60 books and booklets and was chief editor of The Living Insights Study Bible. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- Paul: A Man of Grit and Grace
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- BS2506.3 .S95 — Philosophy, Psychology and Religion The Bible The Bible New Testament Works about the New Testament Men, women, and children of the New Testament
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