If It's Going to Be, It's Up to Me: The Eight Proven Principles of Possibility Thinking

by Robert H. Schuller

Book Overview

Sometimes we are our own worst enemies, putting roadblocks of negative thinking in the path of life. Robert H. Schuller, author, motivator and host of the popular television show Hour of Power, here... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060671009
• ISBN13: 9780060671006
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: HarperOne
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.5" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

If you're a Possiblity Thinker, this book is for you!

Heard Robert H. Schuller's IT IT'S GOING TO BE, IT'S UP TO ME, a bestseller that was read by the author . . . it describes how to tap into your own dynamic divine energy by following these eight steps that are designed to lead to personal success: Possibilities must be weighed, Then priorities must be swayed, New plans must be laid, And commitments must be made. The price must be paid, The timing may be delayed, But the course must be stayed, And the trumpets will be played. Schuller bases much of what he write about on what he calls Possibility Thinking; i.e., If you can dream it, you can do it! He makes you believe in this concept, too, as result of his own experiences--many of which he shares in the book . . . in addition, I also liked his use of real-life success stories of people from every walk of life. If you're like me, you'll be "sold" on his message that comes across on nearly every page . . . yet be forewarned: if you're skeptical that any of this stuff can and does work, then don't bother with reading this or anything else by Schuller.

A Life Changing Book!!

This was a life changing book for me! I read this after becoming a widow at the age of 29 with 2 young daughters ages 2 and 7!! This was not a morning type book but this book was responsible for a wonderful turning point in my life. I have purchsed many more for my friends. I read this book, I guess when it came out but not sure the year but many years ago. I can tell you now that this year both of my girls are graduating from College and High School the same school year! My 7 year old is now A College Grad with 2 Bachelors Degrees which she received in 4 years! Both girls have been a blessing and not a moments trouble and with this book I was able to learn quickly of the blessings that I have left and not what I lost! You will not regret reading this book, or any of Dr Schuller's books for that matter! God is very faithful and I am blessed!

More insight and more wisdom from a giant of the faith!

It's amazing having read a couple of reviews of this book in this section that folks keep bashing old Dr. Schuller. His positive philosophy on life is still misunderstood even 50 years after the founding of his incredible God given ministry. Schuller, like Norman Vincent Peale before him, has been unswerving in his belief in positive Christianity. It's wierd that anytime "I" or "You" are injected into the conversation, the critics immediately go hog wild in their "It's not Biblical critique". Anyone who integrates age old truths with psychology is branded as some sort of new ager or pop psychologist. In this book, Robert Schuller recognizes the only way that God can work in our lives is through us. So, we must act on our God given dreams and ideas. Those ideas are tested in the light of God's Word. The result is God's. I'm so sick and tired of hearing how we should just sit back and wait for God to bless us. God uses people, creation, things, anything he wants to get things done. He doesn't always come in a burning bush or a talking donkey. We need to be real about changing, and maturing. And this book is a blue print for that concept. Robert Schuller and sons have helped many understand that God is real, God is love, and God is active in the lives of those who act on His Word and the ideas He puts in their hearts. It's hard to argue with 50 years of changed lives. Robert H. Schuller is a man who always gives Jesus the credit first.

A Book for Anyone!

This was the second book of Dr.Schullers that I had read. I came to his ministry in 1997. When I read this book, it changed my way of thinking and my faith in Christ and my belief about myself. This was one of the most powerfull books I have ever read. It greatly influenced me. In this book, Dr.Schuller talks about how to live succesfully as a christian through the 8 proven principals of possibility thinking that he has learned and lived through. It's a self help book through moativation by Jesus Christ. Anyone who knows Dr.Schuller and his ministry knows where he is coming from. Anyone who isnt famliar with him, I encourage you to pick up the book and read it. I also encourage young people to read this book. If I would have had this when I was younger, I would have been more determined and optimistic and stronger about myself. At least I have read it now. It's well worth buying. Thank God for Dr.Schuller!

A Excellant Source for Positive Inspiration!

This book by Dr.Schuller, was one of the best books that I have read. After reading the book, it changed my way of thinking. I was a negative thinker. I highly recomend it to anyone. I Thank God for Dr.Schuller and all of his books! I especially like Dr.Schullers testimonies. He didn't just write the words, he has lived them and has examples of other people. Thank You Dr.Schuller for writting this. It really helped me.