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  • Called to Create

  • A Biblical Invitation to Create, Innovate, and Risk
  • By: Jordan Raynor
  • Narrated by: Jim Denison
  • Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (67 ratings)

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Called to Create

By: Jordan Raynor
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Summary

We were created by an infinitely creative God to reflect his love and character to the world. One way we do that is by continuing his creative work.

In this energizing book, serial entrepreneur and best-selling author Jordan Raynor helps artists, entrepreneurs, writers, and other creatives re-imagine our work as service to God and others, addressing such penetrating questions as:

  • Is my work as a creative really as God-honoring as that of a pastor or missionary?
  • What does it look like to create a name for myself but to glorify God and serve others?
  • How can I use my work to fulfill Jesus' command to create disciples?
  • Will what I make today matter in eternity?

To answer these questions, Raynor shares compelling stories from an eclectic group of more than 40 Christian entrepreneurs, including the founders of Toms Shoes, Charity: Water, Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out Burger, Guinness, HTC, and Sevenly, as well as nontraditional entrepreneurs such as C. S. Lewis, Johann Sebastian Bach, and J. R. R. Tolkien. Raynor's "show"-rather-than-"tell", story-driven style makes you feel as if you are sitting at the feet of some of the godliest and most successful entrepreneurs of all time.

Perfectly poised to reach today's growing creative class, this unique work restores God's position as the first entrepreneur, helping listeners see the eternal value in the work they do today.

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A must-read for any Christian entrepreneur.

This book has changed how I view myself as a Christian entrepreneur. Highly recommended.

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Refreshing insightful prspectv on entrepreneurship

Loved this book. It wasn't quite what I anticipated from the title. I'm more into arts and crafts not really an entrepreneure, but I still loved it and found it very inspiring and hope filled.

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Excellent

I've rarely read a book that so seamlessly blends the sacred and the area of work. Jordan Raynor speaks from a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, and also that of faith in a Biblical context. As Jordan makes his case, we see that the sacred and the world of sanctified work are woven and intertwined beautifully.

This is an excellent offering of Biblical truth. The narration of Jim Denison flows well, making for a listening experience that is easy, light-hearted, and enjoyable. My thanks to Jordan. First class!

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Inspiring book that shifts the focus and calls us to implement the gospel in our entrepreneurship

I would recommend this book to any Christian creative who is ready to be challenged in their faith and make it come alive! This is an amazingly inspiring book and one I am going to listen to again!

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Interesting , inspiring .

A great godly encouragement to truly be ourselves and work and walk to our full potential . Really interesting. Thanks for Your work , Jordan.

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A treasure

Loved every minute of it. Such a liberating book for those who can’t resist the urge to create. I had never thought of creating as a calling and this books has given me a radical paradigm shift. Thanks so much Jordan Raynor for taking ten months of your life to bless others with this wonderful book.

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A balanced biblical perspective for the creative.

The relationship between God, an entrepreneur and a creative was a great revelation. Read it!

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Awesome

This is a life changing piece. You won't want to stop until you are done

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Insightful and inspiring!

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this, and gaining new insights into the various verses from the bible that were shared.

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Outstanding; Purchase Immediately!

A must read for any Christian Entrepreneur.
Thanks to this brilliant diamond in the rough I have spent the last three days re-thinking, re-strategising and re-purposing my brand for the better. So, ensure you have a notebook and pen handy as you will want to capture all of the insights and inspiring information that the book presents. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial, life or spiritual journey this book will have a profound impact on the way you view God, Faith, Business and the World. #gocreate

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