Title: Power of Positive Thinking
Author: Norman Vincent Peale (1898-1993)
Amazon Link: Power of Positive Thinking
It is hard to imagine that when the book was published, in 1952, Norman Peale was heavily criticized. People all around him criticized him for ‘unproven’ conclusions, including fellow theologians.
But as we know today, modern theologians and pulpit preachers or those delivering the ‘gospel of prosperity’ have heavily borrowed from him. Get to read books by televangelists Joyce Meyer, T.D Jakes, Joel Osteen, Creflo Dollar among others and you'll see my point.
Norman V. Peale gets the reader to use the power of positive affirmation and visualization to achieve things short of miracles in their lives. He has outlined examples he has encountered in his life that these virtues have proven to work.
As a Christian, Pastor Peale has always referenced to God and numerously quoted the bible. But if that’s not your preference, you can always substitute ‘God’ with the Universe, Infinite Intelligence, Supreme Mind, or Chakra.
My Opinion: A good read, still applies in today's life, but a new edition will be more relevant in the 21st century.
Conclusion: Do the things you fear, and the death of fear is certain
-Ralph Waldo Emerson-
The book can be purchased in either hard, soft or audio formats. Follow the link below
