CAROL STREAM, Ill., Sept. 7, 2021 - Author Geoff Peters offers the free resource, “The Family Business: Personal and Small Group Reflection Guide,” to help individuals find their purpose and bridge the gap between their everyday life and what God made them to do. The guide serves to complement Peters’ new book, “The Family Business: A Parable About Stepping Into the Life You Were Made For.”
The nine-chapter reflection guide looks at the story and traits of characters from “The Family Business” and walks readers through general reflection, personal connection and questions undergirded by scripture relating to the lesson.
“As Christ-followers we are called to reflect God’s love, beauty, compassion and generosity to those near and far, which can seem impossible at times,” said Peters. “But when we learn to give ourselves grace, accepting how we are uniquely made, we can try to step into the life God has designed specifically for each of us.”
Each outlined chapter includes linked videos that take a deeper dive into the characters. The guide is designed to use questions and stories to spark conversation and thoughts that will lead readers to realize their unique gifts and calling from God. “
The guide was designed with the intent to help readers come face to face with the true identity they have through Christ,” said Peters. “I hope that it can encourage readers to have the heart to embrace their role within God’s greater plan.”
The accompanying book, “The Family Business: A Parable About Stepping Into the Life You Were Made For,” releases Oct. 5 from Tyndale and tells the fictional story of Jesse, founder of the nationally known franchise Jesse’s Hardware, who is getting older and wants to pass his legacy to his children, sharing a message of discovering the life that you were created to live. “The Family Business” helps readers in overcoming obstacles that many Christians face when committing to live as a disciple for Christ each and every day.
All the proceeds from “The Family Business” go to Operation Mobilization and the Mission Gap Project to inspire, equip and connect Jesus followers for God’s work around the world. The book was inspired from a study conducted by the Mission Gap Project, which discovered three primary fears that prevent Christians from stepping into God's work with their full lives – fear of sacrifice, failure and personal safety.
“The Family Business: Personal and Small Group Reflection Guide” is available for free download along with additional resources at thefamilybusinessparable.com.
About Geoff Peters
Geoff Peters serves as the chief marketing officer of Operation Mobilization. Helping others understand our role as Christ-followers, Peters is also an instructor at Fuller Theological Seminary where he leads an online course, “Live the Life You Were Made For.”
About Operation Mobilization
Operation Mobilization (OM) is a global community of Jesus followers, united to share God's love with those who don’t know it. As a global discipleship movement, OM is a mix of traditional missionaries, marketplace professionals, artists, pastors, teachers and more, each using their God-given skills, passions, and gifts for His work in the world, especially in places with no churches or Christian witness. Today, more than 5,000 Jesus followers mobilized through OM ministries are serving in 120+ nations of the world, bringing God's love and unchanging truth to millions every year. To learn more visit http://www.OM.org.
About Tyndale House Publishers
Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a voice to trust for generations of readers. Today, Tyndale is one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world. Tyndale’s mission is to make the Bible accessible to as many people as possible in language that they can relate and respond to. Tyndale publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT) and offers nonfiction books that equip readers with Christ-centered insight, counsel, and life-improving stories. In addition, Tyndale publishes fiction from fresh new voices and celebrated authors alike, capturing the imagination of millions of readers. With a deep understanding of the importance of nurturing future generations, Tyndale also publishes children’s products that make God’s Word and wisdom come alive. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, giving a majority of annual revenue—more than $110 million throughout its history—to charitable missions. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world.
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