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The Purpose Driven Life

The Purpose Driven Life

The Purpose Driven Life is a bible study book written by Christian pastor Rick Warren and published by Zondervan in 2002. The book offers readers a 40-day personal spiritual journey and presents what Warren says are God's five purposes for human life on Earth.


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“Emphasize reconciliation, not resolution.”

The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here for?

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“Obedience unlocks understanding.”

The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here for?

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“It's not about you.”

Source: The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? (2002), Ch. 1 : It All Starts with God, p. 17

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