The Legend of the Monk and the Merchant: Twelve Keys to Successful Living

by Terry Felber, Dave Ramsey (Foreword by)

Overview

Every life requires a spiritual foundation.
"Grandfather, you left this..." Julio lifted the leather-bound journal and stepped toward the old man.
"It is yours now," said Antonio, with a gleam in his eye. "I've lived my life according to the twelve principles recorded in it. And if you will apply its principles as I did, your success will be greater than you could ever imagine."
Be a minister in the marketplace.Terry Felber has written a parable that will transform your life and your business. Many years ago, this ago book helped Dave Ramsey rediscover the marketplace as a mission field--and merchants as ministers. Now let it open your eyes to the opportunities for service and leadership all around you.
Are you ready for a change?The Legend of the Monk and the Merchant will change the way you see yourself, your job, and your purpose.
Now includes personal and small group study guide.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849964350
Publisher:	HarperCollins Christian Publishing
Publication date:	08/22/2023
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	180
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Terry Felber speaks regularly to business groups of 15,000 people. Felber has been on the International Board of Advisors for Amway Corporation.

Table of Contents

Foreword Dave Ramsey ix

Chapter 1 The Steps of the Cathedral 1

Chapter 2 The Merchant of Venice 9

Chapter 3 A Tale of Two Men 19

Chapter 4 The First Meeting 31

Chapter 5 The Second Meeting 43

Chapter 6 The Third Meeting 59

Chapter 7 The Fourth Meeting 75

Chapter 8 The Fifth Meeting 89

Chapter 9 The Sixth Meeting 101

Note to the Reader 119

Scripture References 120

Study Guide

Session 1 The Inaccurate Division Between the Monk and the Merchant, Between Clergy and Laity 123

Session 2 Called to Operate Primarily Outside the Meeting Place 128

Session 3 Money Good or Evil? 134

Session 4 Three Misconceptions That Are Deadly to the Advancement of the Kingdom of God 139

Session 5 Vocations and Values 143

Session 6 Frugality, Diligence, and Divine Innovations 148

Session 7 Lazy Men and Lazy Money 153

Session 8 Adversity and Advancement 157

Session 9 Boldness in Business: Overcoming Fear and Intimidation 163

Session 10 Budgeting, Borrowing, and Lending 169

Session 11 Mentorship and Partnering 173

Session 12 A Life of Giving Is a Life Worth Living 177

Notes 181

About the Author 185