There is More to the Secret

An Examination of Rhonda Byrne's Bestselling Book 'The Secret'

De: Ed Gungor

Narrado por: Ed Gungor

Is it possible to believe in both God and the law of attraction? Isn't this all just some New Age, "power of the mind" thing? If the law of attraction works, why isn't it in the Bible – or is it? Questions like these are being asked by people around the world after reading the best-selling book, The Secret. According to the law of attraction, you can have virtually anything desired if your mind is trained to put out continual thoughts to attract it into your life. In this deeply compelling work, Ed Gungor seeks to establish a more complete and accurate representation of the power of the mind by explaining the role that God plays in the equation. This book is not written to attack but rather to examine what the author believes is misguided advice while still speaking to the heart-felt need that is causing so many to explore this ancient practice. Some of his views may surprise you. There is more to the story that must be told.

©2007 Ed Gungor; (P)2007 Thomas Nelson

Responsible perspective

This is the first Christian writer I have seen that actually tried to explore what The Secret and more importantly the law behind it is all about. I did see a few unnecessary digs where maybe he didn't have a good rebuttal, or where The Secret was vague and shallow. I didn't feel like I was doomed to eternal damnation for exploring the world around me. Over all it is a responsible second perspective. As with any book read with an open mind and the aim to strengthen your own understanding, and not to blindly be told what to think. You will walk away better for it.

Must Reed

What made the experience of listening to There Is More to the Secret the most enjoyable?

It clarifies the popular book The Secret and puts things in reality and perspective.

What was one of the most memorable moments of There Is More to the Secret?

The Law of Attraction is in the Bible

Which character – as performed by Ed Gungor – was your favorite?

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Excellent - A must read for all Christians

The writer makes it clear that the law of attraction, meditation and visulization are all found in the bible in one form or another, and that they can be used for good living not just for material stuff. Christians that condem all of this type of thinking as new age will have their eyes opened to the truth. Very clear and well presented.

The Whole Secret

Great Biblical review of "The Secret ." A real Christian commentary on the law of attraction.

Finally a proper explanation

For years I've been trying to understand how the law of attraction works and if it is contradictory to God.
After years of exploring I had come to understand that the law of attraction is also created and set by God and we Christians need not fear or worry that it is some 'new age' thing.
Ed has now proven this using scripture to back up the arguments and has provided the missing links that other non - Christian LoA teachers omit as they do not have a full and foundational understanding rather understand just what needs to be done procedurally to get the result.
Affirmations and visualisation are tools to prime your brain to focus on the process and the end goal. The feeling that things are 'magically' attracted to you is the fact that with the above tools your brain is primed to notice the tools that help is achieving goals.
Ed also notes the crucial aspect for believers is to ensure that the goals we choose, serve others and glorify God rather than just for self fulfilment and self gratification.
All in all, great book by Ed. Thanks. Would've saved me years of deep exploration to see if LoA is Godly.

Exceptional

I learned a lot about myself & my Lord.
Understand why the secret felt not right in my spirit. Reading again!!