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Discovering gods best right where you are 9780800798673 by jentezen franklin. Though not a get rich guide, conwells book shows how to find a fortuneif you know where to look. Is there an opportunity that has been in front of you all the time. Sign up to the weekly book summary newsletter by clicking here get any free audiobook of your choice by clicking here over a century ago, russell conwell was famous for his traveling lecture in which he encouraged listeners to find the acres of diamonds in their own backyards. Through this lecture, conwell debunks the idea that it is noble to be poor, an idea that far too many christians share. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. He then explains the process of developing diamonds. In this tiny book, which is actually a transcript of a hugely popular lecture that he gave, conwell relates similar true life stories about the folly of going off to find. Although he is involved much in politics people these days, he prays for.

Aug 27, 20 acres of diamonds by russell conwell is renowned as a classic work on how to be great regardless of your station in life. The author, russell conwell, was asked to give a speech to the 10 year reunion of his civil war troops. While small, the title is chock full of wisdom for those who aspire to make more of their lives. But i thought that i would post it again because today. These river guides were like barbers in that they liked to talk, but the story this one told, conwell insists, is. A book full of the energetics of a master workman is just what every young man cares for. There have been many business books written about seeking new customers but here is a book that encourages us to looking closer and see the opportunities. This book was developed from a speech he delivered over 6,000 times to church congregations, around the world. Acres of diamonds, the kingship of selfcontrol, as a man thinketh by russell conwell, william george jordan, james allen and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Pdf acres of diamonds download full pdf book download. Ask god to open your eyes to see the unfathomable riches of god right where you are.

Acres of diamonds by russell herman conwell book summary. I am not a religious man but i can distinguish pure gold intellectual material and this lecture is worth its own titles acres of diamonds. Rather than chase after a better life, you can celebrate the untold spiritual provision to be found even in the midst of spiritual deprivation. Ask god to open your eyes to see his unfathomable riches right where you are. Mar 18, 2007 one day, the man who had purchased ali hafeds farm found a curious sparkling stone in a stream that cut through his land. There are as many opportunities for success today as in conwells time, if not more so, because they are found first and foremost in ones own conscience.

You just have to dig deep where god has you planted to uncover your hidden potential. Rather than give up and run toward better pastures when life gets difficult, you can seek and celebrate opportunities for growth and success right now. The origins of the book started as an essay that conwell later expanded into acres of diamonds and lecture on the chautauqua circuit as early as 1880. Oct 20, 2017 acres of diamonds book summary russell conwell over a century ago, russell conwell was famous for his traveling lecture in which he encouraged listeners to find the acres of diamonds in. Learn to see and cherish the hidden potential within your family, job, and communityright where you are. Sign up to receive the first chapter of acres of diamonds for free.

I read acres of diamonds more than fifteen times and each time i read it i discover something new i did not see the last time i read it. I could not find anything better to illustrate my thought than a story i have told over and over again, and which is now found in books in nearly every library. One day, the man who had purchased ali hafeds farm found a curious sparkling stone in a stream that cut through his land. Russell herman conwell february 15, 1843 december 6, 1925 was an american baptist minister, orator, philanthropist, lawyer, and writer.

Nov 23, 2019 the book, acres of diamonds, is a transcript of a speech delivered by russell conwell over 6,000 times to congregations over the world. Acres of diamonds by russell conwell is renowned as a classic work on how to be great regardless of your station in life. The speeches were delivered mainly in his capacity as a clergyman. He was born in massachusetts in 1843 and during the civil war served as a captain in the union army. Over a century ago, russell conwell was famous for his traveling lecture in which he encouraged listeners to find the acres of diamonds in their own backyards. A new york times bestselling author, jentezen has written ten books including his most recent acres of diamonds, love like youve never been hurt, the groundbreaking fasting and right peopleright placeright plan. It is time to let your dry bones become acres of diamonds.

Conwell delivered before literally thousands of audiences before his death in 1925. This book will challenge you to be of good courage, and let down your bucket in reading the book, thinking the book, absorbing the book, and letting it lead you to the life you have always wanted. It is an inspiring lecture on success in life, with emphasis on the perspective of wealth, money and doing good. Conwell is a small, easy to read book with deep thoughts. Instead, franklin wants you to discover the unfathomable godgiven riches that surround you. Rare early edition acres of diamonds by russell conwell 1890. Acres of diamonds by russell conwell, paperback barnes.

Pastor jentezen begins the introduction with the story of ali hafed and his acres of diamonds. Russell conwells inspiring book about opportunity russell h. Jentezen and his wife cherise have been married 32 years, have five children and four grandchildren, and make their home in. Too many of us think that the grass is greener on the other side. In acres of diamonds, pastor and new york times bestselling author jentezen franklin helps you discover the unfathomable riches jesus christ has for you. I read this book a century after the authors passing and find the words to be so moving and so powerful. Rather than give up and run toward better pastures when life gets difficult, you can seek and celebrate opportunities for. The book, acres of diamonds, is a transcript of a speech delivered by russell conwell over 6,000 times to congregations over the world. In acres of diamonds, pastor and new york times bestselling author jentezen franklin helps you discover how you can gain the most out of where you are. It is still valid today, and provides valuable lessons to anyone attempting to achieve financial success. Nov 09, 2010 free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg.

Acres of diamonds 1921 russell h conwell dr russell conwell once went on a trip along the tigris river in present day iraq, using a guide hired in baghdad who would take him out to the persian gulf. This book originated as a speech that the minister conwell delivered over. Conwell lived a long and interesting life, as a civil war hero, writer, lawyer, lecturer, philanthropist, baptist minister, and the founder of temple university in philadelphia. Why was russell conwell, the founder of temple university, referred to as the penniless millionaire. Are you one of those people who look for diamonds in faraway places. I was directed to this book by another book 12 pillars by jim rohn. So begins one of the most famous speeches of the twentieth century, a talk that educator and minister russell h. Acres of diamonds and millions of other books are available for instant. Jentezen franklin shares how you can find acres of. You dont have to search abroad to find answers and purpose. This, according to the parable, was the discovery of the famed diamonds of golconda. The acres of diamonds which i have mentioned through so many years are to be found in this city, and you are to find them.

Acres of diamonds by jentezen franklin acres of diamonds is a great book that will encourage every area of your life. Acres of diamonds is the story of a successful farmer in india named al hafed. Originally a speech that conwell delivered some 6,000 times in various communities across the country, acres of diamonds was inspired by a tale he heard from an arab guide during a trip along the tigris and euphrates rivers. It may look like nothing right now, but look again. Rare early edition acres of diamonds by russell conwell. This, along with other questions, will be answered in this 175 minute audio book that contains conwells classic acres of diamonds message. The book contains 1 chapters, total length 1hrs 29min.

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