Description
Book SynopsisAn action-plan for self-fulfillment that helps people find their true calling in life
This practical and inspirational guide helps Christian men and women of all ages identify and use their God-given gifts to find purpose, direction, and joy in their life and work. Based on their years of counseling and experience, Kevin and Kay Marie Brennfleck offer action-oriented tools and a proven methodology to help readers develop the decision-making skills they need to discover and live the life that God intended, maximizing the synergies between ministry, work, and spiritual gifts.
Kevin and Kay Marie Brennfleck (Pasadena, CA) are nationally recognized experts in career counseling, work satisfaction, and productivity. Their Web site, www.ChristianCareerCenter.com, is the most visited Christian career site on the Internet.
Table of ContentsIntroduction xi
Part One: Called for a Purpose
1 In Search of a Calling 3
2 Called to Be You 12
Part Two: Creating Your Life Calling Map
3 Mapping Your Design 29
Assessment One: Transferable Skills
Assessment Two: Core Work Values
Assessment Three: Preferred Roles
Assessment Four: Personality Type
Assessment Five: Compelling Interests
Assessment Six: Spiritual Gifts
Life Calling Map [Sample] Life Calling Map
Part Three: Envisioning Your God-sized Calling
4 Picturing Possibilities for Your Life 113
5 Toolbox of Strategies for Stretching Your Vision 122
6 Toolbox of Strategies for Testing Your Visions 133
Part Four: Making Decisions Within the Will of God
7 Partnering with God in Decision Making 143
8 Toolbox of Strategies for Making Life Calling Decisions 153
Part Five: Transforming Vision Into Action
9 Planning Your Journey 169
10 Toolbox of Strategies for Living Your Calling 179
Part Six: Overcoming Obstacles to Living Your Calling
11 Conquering the “Calling Blockers” 193
12 Fear 197
13 Money 206
14 Busyness 214
15 Negative Thinking 220
16 Childhood Wounds 227
17 Going It Alone 232
Epilogue: Seize the Day 239
Appendix A: Live Your Calling Small Group Guide 245
Appendix B: How to Use the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) and the Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) to Explore Career Options 255
Appendix C: Resources for Living Your Calling 259
Notes 263
Tell Us Your Story! 271
Acknowledgments 273
The Authors 277
