Deceived On Purpose

Deceived On Purpose by Warren Smith

This is an excellent expose' of Rick Warren's Purpose Driven Life books and philosophy and I think this little easy to read book is a must read for everyone who ever felt a red flag about it. I am so glad that Smith, wrote this book. I only wish that more people would read it.

I, myself, am amazed at what I have watched Rick Warren do in the church, even more amazed at what I have heard him say, (or neglest to say.) Be like a Berean, see if what people are telling you is true. That is what Warren Smith does here, and he documents everythingtoo, so that if you do not believe him, you can find the source pretty easy and see if what he says is true.

I have also loaned this book out several times and the people who read it also thought it was a good book too. (I like getting feedback from people on the books we share in common.) I read a few reviews of Warren SMith's book online lately and I think it's kinda funny how if people think of Rick Warren as America's Pastor, they do not see a problem with Rick Warren, and instead fault the author of this book for his views. All I can say is that if you have ever had a red flag about Rick Warren's teachings, this book will help you understand why you felt that way. It was, pardon the pun, a purposeful sense of being cautious. Warren Smith will help you better understand "why."

This book is one I have even bought extra copies to give to people, it's THAT good! I have given them away too. (I have a personal rule of not giving books to people that I have not read... unless of course I tell them, "Hey, I have not read this book!"... and then they wonder why I am having them read that book instead of me!)

Another book by Warren is called Reinventing Jesus and it can be read online, <click here> or at Warren Smith's webpage, www. decievedonpurpose.com. This book was published and online free for the reading before Smith had ever heard of Rick Warren or his “Purpose-Driven” movement. Read this one too if you are so inclined, and like to read online. You can also order it bound in paper.

It's not a book I have seen at Christian Supply, but you might check there. I had the old book store order my first copy for me, and then I bought more online. I think this book is available at lighthousetrailspublishing.com. Try Warren Smith's website too.