In the month of April, Bob Goff posted a photo on his Instagram account urging individuals to apply to become a member of the launch team for his new book, Dream Big. In the midst of a social-distanced, abnormal life I realized I had nothing to lose.
Shortly into the month of May, I had gotten an email welcoming me to Bob Goff’s Dream Big launch team! I was praised and congratulated by friends and family. I told each person that complimented me that it sounded much cooler than it is. However I remained full of excitement and joy that I was able to read the book before it was released!
What is a launch team?
A launch team is typically full of an author's supporters. A group of helpers that will uplift and support the author’s new work! In this case, I was given an early copy of the book and it was my responsibility to leave reviews on websites once I had finished reading. The launch team kept in contact in a Facebook group. People from up and down, far and wide took part in the team. We received graphics, tasks and even got to participate in a Facebook live session with Bob!
Dream Big takeaway
“Who are you? Where are you? What do you want?”
These three questions provided the structure for the read. It was a perfect combination of Bob’s life stories, faith and “self-discovery”.
What I loved & why
Bob Goff is known for his loving nature. He seems to be a true embodiment of 1 Corinthians 16:14 (“Let all that you do be done in love”).
One of my favorite points made in the book is that hate is the opposite of love- not the enemy. Goff goes on to explain that fear is what stops us from love. If hate and love are on opposite ends of the spectrum, and fear is what prevents us from love, the only option when preventing hate would be strength.
“Have you noticed that people who seem to accomplish the most always seem to have time for almost anything?"
Have you noticed this? It is something that I have yet to let go since reading.
GARTH BROOKS reference! I love Garth Brooks. The reference here just mentions that Brooks never gave up, so neither should you!
“I think I would make a lousy evangelist. Here’s why: I don’t want to be an advertisement for Jesus; I’d rather be proof.”
This quote changes things. Yes we need to share and spread the power of the word, but I would much rather focus on things above and let the pieces fall into place. I want to be the person that strives to love my neighbors, not lecture them.
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