Own The Moment
Written by Carl Lentz
Narrated by Carl Lentz
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About this audiobook
When you think of a Christian pastor, you probably don’t envision a tattooed thirty-something who wears a motorcycle jacket, listens to hip-hop music, references The Walking Dead and Black Lives Matter in his sermons, and every Sunday draws a standing-room only crowd to a venue normally used for rock concerts—in godless New York City, no less.
But then you clearly have never met Carl Lentz.
As lead pastor of the first United States branch of global megachurch Hillsong, the former college basketball player is on a mission to make Christianity accessible in the 21st century. In Own The Moment, he shares the unlikely and inspiring story of how he went from being an average teenager who couldn’t care less about church to leading one of the country’s fastest-growing congregations—how one day he is trying to convince a Virginia Beach 7-Eleven clerk to attend his service, and just a few years later he is baptizing a global music icon in an NBA player’s Manhattan bathtub.
Amid such candid personal tales, Lentz also offers illuminating readings of Bible passages and practical tips on how to live as a person of faith in an increasingly materialistic world. How do you maintain your values—and pass them onto your children—in a society that worships money and sex and fame? How do you embrace your flaws in this Instagram era that exalts the appearance of perfection? How do you forget about “living the dream” and learn to embrace the beauty of your reality?
These are just a few of the many important questions Lentz answers in Own The Moment—a powerful book that redefines not just Christianity but spirituality as a whole.
Carl Lentz
Carl Lentz is one of twelve Hillsong Church lead pastors globally. He pastors Hillsong New York, and a passion to serve the city and make an impact worldwide. Carl and his wife Laura embrace a simple, dedicated faith in Jesus and are passionate about delivering the gospel in a method that makes sense to this generation.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5What made this book so great is that it was written. My brother I have to meet you! This book blessed my soul and increased my worship unto God. Powerful book
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Raw, real and bold. Thank God for Pastor Carl’s life! Great read
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I very much enjoyed listening to that audio book - brought up some fantastic insights.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5it is life changing book, i loved it... God bless you Carl
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Amazing and Life changing if you are willing to make a real life daily, baby step change. This book is for the Human Spirit. I loved listening and will listen again soon. I also shared it with everyone I know.
I am a Christian in a marriage that I forced and now he is struggling so bad with being a husband and it breaks my heart. This book along with many others help me to keep on track with God's love and what he expects of me verses my own emotional response to situations that I've created.
It's a must read for the Christian as well as the non-Christian no matter who you are or what you believe this book will touch your life in a mighty way. Trust me. Give yourself a chance and read and/or take the time to truly listen and apply!1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Awesome book! Every lesson was great and easily applicable to life.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Real, honest and relevant for my generation. You need it.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Excellent book if you want to be challenged in how you view the world and make your life count.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Motivating, uplifting, and real! Thank you for showing it takes everyone’s special gifts to share Jesus
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This was such an amazing book. It inspired me to own the moments in my life whether good or bad; there's always a lesson
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Literally would not want to listen because I knew I could finish in one sitting! Listen! You won’t regret it
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The honesty and well-written book was easy to listen to and when I was finished listening was hoping for more. I enjoyed this book a lot and it resonated with me and I believe it will resonate with many people. I have shared it to friends and family and believe that Carl is living his purpose serving people and living a testimony of God's grace. Thank you
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Me encantaría obtener el libro, soy de chile si alguien sabe como poder conseguirlo me haría un gran favor!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I love how he is approaching every subject. Thank you!