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Empty Promises

Empty Promises The Truth About You, Your Desires, and the Lies You're Believing

By Pete Wilson
Published by Thomas Nelson

Average Blogger Rating: 4.31 Stars

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On 5/15 patamo wrote: I just finished reading Pete Wilson’s new book, Empty Promises: The Truth About You, Your Desires, and the Lies You’re Believing. Pete’s book is much like the messages he gives in his church: easy to understand, full of illustrations, and very practical. One of the things I like about Pete Wilson’s ... Another great book from Pete Wilson

patamo's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/14 dadofdivas wrote: The author makes you look at the idea of idolatry. He makes us re-examine our own beliefs in God as well as other idols that we may hold dear to ourselves either externally or within out heart of hearts. This is a powerful book that truly makes you think deeply about what really matters and how you should ... Book Review - Empty Promises

dadofdivas' Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/12 jackie1966 wrote: My favorite illustration used by Wilson is the illustration of his sons arguing over who is going to pray over the meal at the dinner table. After each one making excuses Wilson states that he must step in and assign the task. He writes, "The whole routine is not only funny, but quite ironic, because ... Christ 1st and you will have no empty promises

jackie1966's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/10 Aaron Conrad wrote: I’m a little late getting to this review. The truth is I got the book in advance of it’s release, but my wife stole it from me. I’m sure she’ll write an amazing review of it because she read it all before I could get it back. Not that I’m throwing her under the bus ... Review – Empty Promises

Aaron's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/10 Sam C. Ivy or Enna Bushay wrote: We’re created with certain desires but don’t always follow these longings for their intended purpose. We humans easily allow a subtle misdirection in seeking the satisfaction these desires were meant to offer. The author, a pastor; writes about times that even he was waylaid by the seduction of ... A New Look at an Old, Old Problem, with Some Answers

Sam C. Ivy or Enna Bushay's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/8 Justin Farley wrote: I would highly recommend Pete Wilson's "Empty Promises: The Truth About You, Your Dreams, and the Lies You're Believing." I was provided a copy of the book in a special pre-release directly from the author and publisher for review purposes. If interested, paperback copies can be ordered for under $11 ... Empty

Justin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/8 Jen G. wrote: I love books with nuggets of knowledge, straight from the Bible, on how I should live my life or overcome struggles. Most people call these books, "Self-Help books." I think I am the queen of self-help books... because I've read so many... all Christian ones now. My friend and I joke about how we go ... Book Review: 'Empty Promises' by Pete Wilson

Jen G.'s Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/7 Shannon Black-Dotson wrote: Ever been smacked in the face? Did it get your attention? Well, that is exactly what Empty Promises by Pete Wilson will do. A much needed eye opener for compromising Christians. We have systematically become a society of idol worshipers. We worship money, ourselves, relationships, our children, ... Empty Promises by Pete Wilson

Shannon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/2 Jessica Turner wrote: As soon as I saw that Pete Wilson had a new book coming out, I knew I had to read it.  I'm going to be honest.  I loved Pete Wilson's book Plan B.  I listen to his sermons online when I get a chance.  I've even told my husband that if he ever gets an opportunity to move to Tennessee ... Review of Empty Promises by Pete Wilson

Jessica's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/2 Mark Wilson wrote: I recently read a wonderful new book by Pete Wilson called Empty Promises: The Truth About You, Your Desires and the Lies You're Believing. In a direct, practical and compelling manner, Wilson takes on the false idols we set up in our hearts, where Jesus, alone should reign. At first glance, when I ... Taking on "Respectable Addictions"

Mark's Rating:

5 Stars