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M**I
Fulfill your DESTINY and remove the excess!
Imagine wearing a dress throughout your life. It’s a nice dress — vibrant color, beautiful design, lovely fabric — but it doesn’t fit well. It’s too tight round the waist, too loose on your shoulder, and the neckline is askew. You feel silly wearing this dress, like you’re on display. But everyone around you tells you this is the dress you should wear. Don’t take it off! Don’t get a different one. You want a custom-made dress? Are you mad? You’d never be able to create a dress like that. It’s too out there, too... you. Be like us, dress like us! You’ll feel better. It doesn’t fit well? So what? You won’t even notice it after a while —We all have a preordained destiny. I believe that. I grew up in faith, and I remember praying ever since I was a little girl. And I look back at those instances, and the ones after, and I see how God has directed my steps, and all the prayers He’s answered throughout my life. Do I always get my way? Nope. But, in retrospect, I see why God didn’t grant certain things, and I am grateful for His intervention.DESTINY is a great book that teaches us how to reach our dreams and goals — the promises that God placed in our hearts — to the fullness of our abilities and limitations. It teaches us to dig deep and use discernment to decide what is right and what is wrong. Jakes focuses on both internal and external circumstances — the spiritual as well as the secular — and shows us that sometimes we are our own worst enemy. Sure, people will try to talk you out of your dreams. It makes them uncomfortable, knowing you have so much in you, and they can almost sense your potential of accomplishing them. That’s why they’ll try to talk you out of it, will make you want to blend in. I have resisted the status quo throughout my life. Why? Because I knew something better was in store for me. God had something better than what even I had in mind. And you know what? He was right. That is why you should open your mind, heart and spirit in your walk through Destiny. This is something you must do for most, if not throughout your life. Beware of your own negative thoughts and feelings, beware of the enemy’s lies, and beware of toxic people.“The classic vampire of the horror genre is smart, cunning, and physically attractive. When he comes after you, he’ll usually be smooth, even charming. He studies his prey, chooses carefully, and lures you in before the strike... They are dangerous because, ultimately, they suck out your life force. They don’t care about your hopes, dreams, or Destiny. They’re predators who want to drain you dry.”Toxic people are energy and spiritual vampires. They’ll dump their inner ugliness on to you, and then point the finger at you. Beware of these people. They can pass for a friend, be a family member, even your spouse. It would be great if they had a tattoo on their forehead that read, “Cluster B Personality," but they don’t. You must keep your eyes and ears open. They can’t wear a mask all the time. It slips from time to time. When they tell you what they are with their words and actions, believe them. As T.D Jakes once said in a super-powerful message, “When people can walk away from you, let them walk!” Your Destiny isn't tied to the person who leaves. Don’t chase after people — let them go and then lock the door behind them. Know your value as a human being, as God’s child.This is a great book. I love reaffirming books about accomplishing and maintaining one’s goals, but I prefer those with a spiritual kick. And so, I recommend this, and don‘t forget: wear your own beautiful custom-made gown. Never settle!Give this book a whirl. Not a Christian? Give it a whirl anyway. There’s so much wisdom and invaluable advice in this book that no one should miss out on it. Five solid Coconut-Milk and Honey Cold Brew iced coffees (my invention!).
M**H
Profound words!
No man is perfect, but God is! However, Bishop T. D. Jakes' words and works are very profound!
M**Y
DESTINY brings such great clarity in purpose
POWERFUL! I would expect nothing less. What a Father figure! Since my early years of being saved I have gleaned from Bishop Jakes from the book of Ephesians to Trust Your "INSTINCTS" you have never failed to encourage us to take hold of all God has for us and to be strong because God's got us! I have ministered to many because of your powerful influence to reach through the media and tap deep into the call God has on each of our lives. DESTINY is the bow of God's gift! It is a must read for those who truly hunger for their purpose and can't sleep without answering God's call to live the life God intended for us. DESTINY brings such great clarity in purpose, understanding to why one is driven beyond self, why one hungers with passion, deep calls unto to deep. I got my copy on CD because I love the sound of Bishop Jakes voice and was able to hear his heart behind his message. I had to share it with a friend who suffers from depression immediately because I knew it would be the life saver she needed and she listens to it over and over again so that it sinks in deep and takes root effectively with longevity. THANK FOR A LIFE POURED OUT! -Marissa L. Bloedoorn
K**R
A Must Read!!!
If you have ever wondered about purpose or are on the journey of self-discovery with your heart fully set on living out God's purpose for your life, then this book is a must-read for you.
C**S
"You cannot go through the Door to Destiny without passing through the Hall of Haters"
I'm at a transitioning point in my life where I'm going from being a stay at home mother to working to achieve my goals. This book is propelling me forward. It's repetitive but in a good way. Bishop TD Jake's words and rewords striving for your destiny regardless of what other say. Being careful of who you let in in your personal journey to get there because they may be the very person to pull you off the track God is putting you on. This journey you are moving towards is much greater than you. Destiny should be no different than the level of protection of your most prized possession.I reignited confidence in myself through these pages. There's so much that feeds the soul in this book and offers many perspectives on different situations. I love this book, I would highly recommend and I'd read it 100x more and be just as fulfilled as the first.
A**R
Very good read and validation
The content of the book was very inspiring and validating of my present position in my zGodly obedience in following his instructions towards my assignment for the next 7 years of abundantly destination.I recommend this book to anyone who's in alignment with a vision and future plans and may be doubtful of their next step or whether their vision will come true.I highly recommend Destiny
C**T
The First Step
On the path to destiny, your destiny, the first step begins inside of you. I think TD Jakes does a great job of underscoring that fact. If you will just take the first step to water that seed that has been planted within, you would begin to do great things, for the benefit of others, and things that only you were gifted to do…to those individuals, groups and communities only you can reach.Great read, and thank you T.D. Jakes for the time and effort you spent writing it.
B**A
He
He is just amazing, everyone has always his addiction. Fortunately, I am addicted to Td. Jakes. He makes me stronger💪. Thank you Bishop, the best of the best
7**6
Breakfast for champions
Amazing book for people who are confused where to shoot @ in life
G**A
Libro entregado en mal estado
El libro que me llegó esta muy sucio y maltratado. Parece que es un libro usado.
S**3
È un must per che vuole muoversi verso il suo destino!
Bellissimo libro! Scritto in modo semplice e molto saggio!
M**Y
A must read.
WOW what a book. Bishop T D Jakes did a very good job. The book has opened my eyes as to my path to destiny. The book to me is a road map to my destiny. I have made some critical decisions after reading this book. Some relationships has been severed, made some bold moves, focused, empowered and gradually stepping into my purpose. The book is so good I could not put it down. I read and dissected all the words of "meaty" wisdom that you won't get anywhere else. I highlighted all the light bulb moments, as a matter of fact no single page without highlight. I enjoyed it so much I didn't want it to end. I learnt about this book when I attended the International Pastors and Leadership Conference in Orlando in May. Good conference by the way. Bishop May the Lord bless you as you have poured out yourself to bless others.