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What are the marks of a supernaturally changed heart?

This is one of the questions the Apostle Paul addresses as he writes to the church in Corinth. He's not after some superficial outward tinkering, but instead a deep rooted, life altering change that takes place on the inside. In an age where pleasing people, puffing up your ego and building your résumé are seen as the methods to 'make it', the Apostle Paul calls us to find true rest in blessed self forgetfulness.

In this short and punchy book, best selling author Timothy Keller, shows that gospel humility means we can stop connecting every experience, every conversation with ourselves and can thus be free from self condemnation. A truly gospel humble person is not a self-hating person or a self-loving person, but a self-forgetful person.

This freedom can be yours...

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Timothy Keller is an American theologian and NYT best-selling author of several books. He is the founder of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan and chairman & co-founder of Redeemer City to City, a ministry which starts new churches in New York and other global cities. He is married to Kathy and has three adult sons.

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"Tim Keller knows that personal freedom is only ever found in viewing yourself from the vantage point of the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Read and experience that freedom yourself."
--Paul David Tripp, President of Paul Tripp Ministries

"An excellent little piece. This is a truly liberating book for anyone who's ever worried about what other think of them or been caught up in conflict. You'll find your life explained and then put on the path to freedom."
--Tim Chester, author, Enjoying God; Senior Faculty Member, Crosslands Training

"In this helpful little book, Dr. Keller paints a compelling picture of a truly gospel-humble person who is so taken up with his Lord that he is freed from the constant need to think about himself. We were challenged by it: we pray that you will be too."
--Christopher and Carolyn Ash, St. Andrew the Great Church, Cambridge, UK

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Timothy Keller is the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, which he started in 1989 with his wife, Kathy, and three young sons. He is the author of several books.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ 10Publishing; First Edition (March 27, 2012)
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  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1906173419
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Timothy Keller is senior pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Manhattan. He is renowned for his clear, reasoned approach to Christian apologetics and his book THE REASON FOR GOD: BELIEF IN AN AGE OF SKEPTICISM was named Book of the Year for 2008 by World Magazine.

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After wrestling with a pull to always be productive and feeling guilty at even the thought of sitting down to read a book or rest for a moment, this book has helped me understand that either my sin nor my accomplishments are connected with my identity. Excellent book!
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Emily Powell
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet and Simple
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024
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You can read this is 20 minutes, it is super small but packs a big punch. It's a great little book to hand out and to ponder on yourself.
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Robert McClellan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great true identity reminder.
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2024
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great short read to remind us of who we are in Christ.
His opinion of us is all that matters.
I plan to read this a couple times a year.
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Joe C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little book... No filler!
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2014
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"The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness" by Timothy Keller

The publisher (10Publishing) describes this book as "a short, punchy book..." And I couldn't agree more. I really enjoyed both the style and message of “The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness.” Dr. Keller has the ability to convey a message without spending a lot of time ’beating a dead horse’.

The message, which is essentially that as Christians we should neither trumpet our humility nor be consumed with pride, is a worthy one which deserves consideration by all believers.

For me there were a couple of quotes in the book that really drove his thesis home:

At location 278 (65% of the way through the book if you're reading a non-kindle version) he said: "... the essence of gospel humility is not thinking more of myself or thinking less of myself, it is thinking of myself less." Now this is one of those phrases that I had to turn over in my head a few times before it struck me that it really was profound. That phrase was, to me, the crux of this book and it's message.

Another point in the book that Dr. Keller made was at location 365 (this is briefly addressed, but I think it would be a great stepping-off point for another book/message):

"Let me say that true Christian identity operates totally differently from any other kind of identity. Self-forgetfulness takes you out of the courtroom. The trial is over. The verdict is in."

I would love to hear Dr. Keller expand on this point ala Mark Driskoll’s book: "Who Do You Think You Are?" as I find Tim Keller's style sits better with me (maybe it's that a loving rebuke from an older man is easier to take than one from a man that is more of a peer age-wise).

In summary I would highly recommend this short treatise on Self-Forgetfulness. I noted in an earlier post that I was able to get this book as a free PDF from WTSBooks.com but that was actually a 12 page sample, so after looking at that I bought the Kindle eBook myself from Amazon.com (at $1.62 it was really a steal).

P.S. This book was based on a sermon Dr. Keller shared at his church - which I'd recommend checking out as well as it compliments the message of the book nicely. You can find it by searching Google for "Self-Forgetfulness mp3" - one of the first results will most likely be Redeemer Presbyterian’s sermon archive.

No disclaimer needed since I purchased this myself with my own money.

This review originally appeared on my blog :: Be A Door
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Lucas K.
4.0 out of 5 stars A Needed Look into the Ego and Self Esteem
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024
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While Keller can be a bit repetitive in how he delivers thought, the book is nevertheless so insightful, and a very quick read. It helps give language and imagery to what we already live out in our everyday lives and thoughts. I highly reccomend.
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Rev. Michael O'Connor
5.0 out of 5 stars So helpful!
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024
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A clear message that speaks deep into our lives, showing us the pathway to true inner peace. I highly recommend it.
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Alex
5.0 out of 5 stars Find your new self esteem
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024
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Tim does a great job at explaining why emptiness does not have to be the norm.
A short read is worth the time.
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Jasmine
5.0 out of 5 stars The court is adjourned!
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024
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Oh, how I miss Tim Keller! A man with a heart after God and such inspired words of wisdom. In this book, he talks about the concept that we shouldn’t be thinking more or less of ourselves (pride/humility), but instead we should think less about ourselves (forgetting). When we have self forgetfulness we can live lives without condemnation because the jury is out - Jesus paid the price so we no longer have condemnation or worry about our value.
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Easton
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2024
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Everyone should read this book. Quick and easy read, but great content.
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Mere G.
5.0 out of 5 stars ULTRA RECOMENDADO
Reviewed in Mexico on March 21, 2024
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El gozo es un tema cristiano, un fruto del Espiritu Santo. Hacemos bien en prestar atención a donde encontramos gozo, o más bien, ¿en quien?... Timsito Keller nos lleva a profundizar de manera resumida pero profunda, en este tema. Nos invita a dejar de mirarnos tanto, y mirar a la persona responsable de salvarnos de nosotros mismos, de liberarnos. Gracias a Dios por este libro, por hablarme y transformarme a través de sus medios de gracia. Lo leo cada año, no dejo de recomendarlo!
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Doug Keon
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful little book, packed with lots!
Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2023
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This is a book Christians could (and should) read over and over. Its 96 pages are full of wise advice from the late Timothy Keller; American pastor, preacher, theologian, and Christian apologist. He was also the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City. No dumb guilt trips and blame games in this book. Says Keller, "A truly gospel-humble person is not a self-hating person or a self-loving person. In other words, among so many other virtues, we can learn to enjoy genuine Christian humility, something in low commodity these days. I highly recommend it to anyone.
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5.0 out of 5 stars super book
Reviewed in France on March 25, 2024
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It's a really easy reading and freedom given.
Timothy Keller writes in such special and comfortable way in order we understand who we are in Christ.
I do recommend it.
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Mr. J. C. Collins
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2024
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Timothy Keller always puts across his message in a succinct way, always bringing out the fruits of the subject in a familiar yet refreshing way. Excellent read.
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David A.
5.0 out of 5 stars Arrived Early
Reviewed in India on January 23, 2022
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The product was delivered two weeks before due date. No damages! The book was worth buying for anyone who wishes to know more about pride! It’s a Christian view on how to view your identity in comparison with the world and yourself. Too often we get carried by our own conception of image or the world condemning you for who you are. This book helps you navigate those questions!
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