Making Life Rich Without Any Money

Phil Callaway

Description

In a time when readers have experienced the transitory nature of the economy, Phil Callaway shares fascinating characteristics of truly rich people--characteristics that have nothing to do with money and everything to do with wealth. Readers will nod their heads knowingly, smile, and sometimes laugh out loud as they read about...The perils and joys of a SITCOM family (Single Income Three Children Oppressive Mortgage)Phil's new appreciation for his wife after a memorable "Mr. Mom" experienceOne family's surprising response when they are literally "creamed" by a dairy truckA lasting male friendship forged over an unlikely object--a lawnmowerA startling phone call that changed Phil's lifeTrue wealth doesn't come with any material possessions. Through warmth and laughter, Callaway shows that the best things in life are not really things, after all. In this tough economic climate, readers may be surprised to learn that they may find real richness even in their own backyards.

Sujets

• Philosophie et théologie

Informations

• Publié par: Harvest House Publishers, Inc.
• Date de parution: 01 octobre 2009
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9780736937115
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 8 Mo

Extrait

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“Reading Phil Callaway is like playing in holy sand. You’re having so much fun, you don’t realize how much has gone into your shoes and is now sticking to your life.”

Chris Fabry author and host ofChris Fabry Live

“It is impossible to read this book without being changed. Changed in our demands, our expectations, and our level of contentment. If you struggle to balance the stuff of earth with the demands of heaven, or if you long for a lightning bolt of joy, this is just the ticket.” Sigmund Brouwer author ofBroken AngelandThe Last Disciple

“If laughter is good for the soul, then Phil Callaway’s new book is doubly good, for it administers not only a healthy dose of humor but also many beneficial spiritual lessons. If you wish to smile your way to contemplative thinking, readMaking Life Rich Without Any Money.” Janette Oke bestselling author

“Once again, Phil Callaway has touched a nerve that hits all too close to home. This book is mustreading for anyone who wonders,When is enough, enough?”

Mike Yorkey author of the Every Man’s series

“Phil Callaway, one of the funniest and most profound humorists alive, has done it again! This time he reminds us of what’s truly important. If the hustlebustle of today’s world has caused you to mix up your priorities hoping to get ahead, read this book. It’ll make you laugh, make you think, maybe even make you cry. Most importantly, it will remind you (despite what your accountant says) how truly rich you already are.” Martha Bolton writer for Bob Hope coauthor ofIt’s Always Darkest Before the Fridge Door Opens

“If the richest things in life are free, then Phil Callaway has a corner on the free market. Without trumpeting itself as such, this book is nourishment for the soul. It doesn’t beat us over the head for our bad choices but rather provides us with a longing for good ones. This book is a pleasant journey, fun to read and meat for the soul.”

John Fischer author ofFearless Faith

“This book is a winner. From its heartwarming stories to its crystal clear message of simplicity,Making Life Rich Without Any Moneywill leave you challenged, changed, and chuckling. Don’t just buy a copy of this book. Buy a dozen for your friends and family—and try to get a discount!” Joel A. Freeman NBA chaplain author ofIf Nobody Loves You, Create the Demand

“In the middle of a very busy day, I began to skim this book. I was soon lost in laughter and wistful envy, and then encouraged that Ican get off the treadmill of success and start enjoyingrealwealth. If you have ever wished for a more simple, more fulfilling life, read this book.” Ken Davis motivational speaker and author

“Reading Phil Callaway is one of life’s purest pleasures.” Ellen Vaughn New York Timesbestselling author

“I love Phil Callaway because he manages to accomplish what few writers can—masterfully blending laughter with learning.” Lee Strobel author ofThe Case for Faith

“Phil Callaway is master of the funnybone and the hearttug.” Mark Buchanan author ofThe Rest of God

“I don’t know of anyone else who make me laugh out loud, and then within moments, finds a way to touch the deep parts of my heart.” Steve Green Dove Award–winning musical artist and author

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Unless oterwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from te HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION . NIV . Copyrigt © 1973, 1978, 1984 by te International Bible Society. Used by permission of ® ® Zondervan. All rigts reserved. Verses marked  are taken from teHoly Bible,New Living Translation, copyrigt © 1996, 2004. Used by per- mission of Tyndale House Publisers, Inc., Weaton, IL 60189 USA. All rigts reserved. Cover by Dan Pitts, Eagan, Minnesota Cover poto © Sandy Jones / iStockpoto

MAKING LIFE RICH WITHOUT ANY MONEY Copyrigt © 1998 by Pil Callaway Publised by Harvest House Publisers Eugene, Oregon 97402 www.arvestousepublisers.com ISBN 978-0-7369-2631-7 he Library of Congress as cataloged te edition as follows: Callaway, Pil, 1961–  Making life ric witout any money / Pil Callaway  p. cm.  Includes bibliograpical references.  ISBN 978-0-7369-0924-2  1. Success—Religious aspects—Cristianity. 2. Cristian life—Humor. 3. Callaway, Pil, 1961– I. Title.  BV4598.3.C35 1998  248.4—dc21 98-15498  CIP All rigts reserved.No part of tis publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means—electronic, mecanical, digital, potocopy, recording, or any oter—except for brief quotations in printed reviews, witout te prior permission of te publiser. Printed in te United States of America 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 / VP-NI / 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

For Dave, Dan, Tim, and Rut. From your ric little broter. And for Andy, wo asked.

Acknowledgments

Wen it comes to tanking people, I feel like a mosquito in a nudist colony. here’s so muc to do, I don’t know were to start. But let me try.

My best friend, Ramona. A truly ric man is one wose wife runs into is arms wen is ands are empty. You’ve done so tese 27 years. Your love, faitfulness, and offspring ave made me a wealty man. I was born August 21, 1976—te day I met you.

he undreds wo answered my question “Wat as made your life ric?” Your muc-appreciated insigts on te lifestyles of te ric and not-so-famous were an inspiration. I wanted to pay you. Until I remem- bered te title of tis book.

For wonderful answers to my questions and for enricing my life wit your words and music: Max Lucado, Rick Warren, Micael W. Smit, Jim Cym- bala, Gloria Gaiter, Micael Card, Elisabet Elliot, Steve Green, Twila Paris, Jos McDowell, Luis Palau, Larry Crabb, and Tony Campolo.

he Harvest House family. Bob Hawkins, Jr., a true believer; Gene Skinner, a first-rate editor; and Terry Glaspey, a top-notc encourager and a man of integrity—even on te golf course. hanks, you tree, for believing in tis project all tese years.

Vance Neudorf. For allowing me te freedom to be your imperfect friend. For walking wit me troug te sadows, celebrating wit me in te ligt, and always pointing me iger. (PS. I’m still sorry about te lawn mower.)

My parents. Misers aren’t muc fun to live wit, but tey make wonder- ful ancestors. hanks for te best ineritance a guy could wis for.

And finally, to you, te reader. hanks for entrusting me wit your valu- able time. I trust te message of tis book will enric your life and elp you smile a little too.

Contents

Preface: Poor Little Ric Boy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Part One: Ric People Know te Speed Limit  1. Slowing Down in a Sped-Up World. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2. Speecless in Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3. A Paracute and a Promise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4. Fiddler on te Sly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5. he Rices of Simplicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6. he Smartie’s Guide to Finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7. Stuffing It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8. Lifestyles of te Ric and Not-So-Famous. . . . . . . . . .

Part Two: Ric People Hit Curveballs  9. Wile hey Were Sleeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10. How to Live wit Empty Pockets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11. Daddy, Is Momma Gonna Die? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12. I Beg Your Pardon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13. Surprise Endings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14. he Angel Jeffrey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15. Deer in te Willow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Part hree: Ric People Are People People  16. Your Own Backyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17. Two Men and a Lawn Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18. A Tale of Two Friends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19. Seven Secrets to Great Friendsips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20. Life, Love, and Hot Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21. Dr. Pil and Dr. Pil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22. CDD Confessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23. Matcmaker, Matcmaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24. he Incredible Wort of a Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Part Four: Ric People Know Were te Buck Stops  25. he Money Quiz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26. Our Money Pit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27. he Trouble wit Ceapskates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28. he Beggar and te Billionaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29. Jim Bakker and Me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30. Making Life Ric…wit Money. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31. How to Save $11,000 a Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32. Wat Money Can Buy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Part Five: Ric People Leave te Rigt Stuff Beind  33. Up in Smoke. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34. One Flew over te Teacer’s Desk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35. Walk wit Me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36. Two hings Last Forever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37. Friend of Muslims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38. Wat About Barb?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39. he Power of Commitment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40. he Stuff We Leave Beind. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Part Six: Ric People Have te Last Laug 41. Good News for Weary Travelers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42. Divine Matematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43. Aging Grace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44. he Last Laug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45. Micael Jackson and Legacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46. Wen I Hang Up My Sneakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Epilogue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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