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Created to Draw Near: Our Life as God's Royal Priests

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Created to Draw Near: Our Life as God's Royal PriestsHuman beings are wired for connection. We long for deep relationships and real intimacyboth of which reflect our fundamental desire to be close to God. But all too often, whether because of our sin or our failures, we imagine that God prefers to keep his distance. In this book, Edward T. Welch shows us the purpose for which we were created: to be brought near to God as a kingdom of priests. He traces the priestly identity throughout the entire Bible,

Human beings are wired for connection. We long for deep relationships and real intimacy—both of which reflect our fundamental desire to be close to God. But all too often, whether because of our sin or our failures, we imagine that God prefers to keep his distance. In this book, Edward T. Welch shows us the purpose for which we were created: to be brought near to God as a kingdom of priests. He traces the priestly identity throughout the entire Bible, showing us how holiness leads to closeness to God. Through the blood of Jesus, God extends his invitation for all to draw near with open arms. And in his presence, we discover what it means to be truly human: known, unashamed, and wise, full of meaning, purpose, and abundant life.

Publisher: Crossway
Type: Paperback
ISBN: 9781433566387

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Edward T. Welch (PhD, University of Utah) is a counselor and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation. He has been counseling for more than 35 years and has written extensively on the topics of depression, fear, and addictions. His books include When People Are Big and God Is Small, Crossroads: A Step-by-Step Guide Away From Addiction, Running Scared: Fear, Worry and the God of Rest, Shame Interrupted, and Side by Side. He blogs regularly at CCEF.org.

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“I treasure Ed Welch’s writings. I don’t know another counselor who can write a book like this—Ed has built for us a rich biblical theology of God’s presence. Created to Draw Near helped me to understand my Old Testament better, and it grew my love for Jesus as Savior and High Priest of my soul.” Deepak Reju, Pastor of Biblical Counseling and Family Ministry, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington, DC; author, The Pastor and Counseling and She’s Got the Wrong Guy

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I was looking more for advice on getting from a major with no clear career applications(ie. not doctor, lawyer or teacher) to a career that I would be able to live with and perhaps enjoy. This guide helps you more if you have a pretty clear idea what you want to do and are ready to make a full time job of finding your career, especially if you are not willing to settle for "paying the bills" or "get out of the parents' house". For those of you lucky enough to have not picked a major yet, just remember that picking a major needs to corrolate to getting a job, not just "learning stuff". For everyone else, if you have a dream, seems like this book will help you get there. If you don't yet have a dream, I would strongly suggest tackling that area first. This book mainly just suggests getting a career profile(which is more of other people telling you what you should do, instead of you finding out what you want to do). There's a lot of really helpful and very current information in here. You have to be ready to jump on it though.
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I picked this book up hoping it would prepare me for the job market, which I was already pretty confident about. It was incredibly eye opening, and enlightened me about dozens of things I was overlooking--like using Facebook as my "professional friend" and getting a linkedin account. It was a little stressful seeing how much I could do, but I've been working through the tips one at a time and its really built momentum in my professional brand even as an undergraduate. Now, I have something to do to build my career everyday.
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That’s exactly where I was—stuck in what Shaka calls “Hidden Prisons.” Reading How to Be Free felt like someone handed me the key I didn’t know I already had. This isn’t just another “self-help” book filled with fluffy affirmations. Shaka earned his wisdom the hard way—19 years behind bars, 7 of them in solitary confinement. And yet, out of that darkness, he forged a blueprint for freedom that applies to EVERYONE: CEOs, parents, students, athletes… anyone who’s tired of being stuck. What I loved most? The book doesn’t just inspire—it gives you tools you can actually use. Daily practices like journaling, mindfulness, and meditation aren’t presented as clichés but as lifelines. I tried just one of the exercises and immediately noticed a shift in my mindset. 🔥 My biggest takeaways: Your setbacks can fuel your greatest comebacks. Vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s power. Protecting your peace is just as important as chasing success. True freedom starts in the mind, long before circumstances change. If you’ve ever battled shame, anger, or the feeling that life is slipping through your fingers—this book is the wake-up call you need. By the time you finish How to Be Free, you won’t just believe change is possible—you’ll have a clear path to living it.
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