Table of Contents
Foreword Lisa Bevere XIII
Introduction: Why You? XVII
Who are you? If you want to be real with God and with others, it starts with learning how to., be real with yourself.
Type 1 The Reformer 1
Goodness vs. Anger
The Prodigal Son's Older Brother (Luke 15)
Practice makes perfect, and for Ones, perfection is the primary goal. But what happens when the desire to do what is right goes wrong?
Type 2 The Helper 21
Love vs. Pride
Martha (Luke 10)
Even Batman needs Robin, and the world wouldn't function without Twos. But what happens when Twos need care too?
Type 3 The Achiever 41
Ambition vs. Defeat
The Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19)
If at first you don't achieve, try, try again. Threes get things done, but what happens when they can't do it all?
Type 4 The Individualist 63
Uniqueness vs. Envy
King Saul (1 Samuel 10)
Fours are creative, deep thinkers who want to be inspired and inspire others. But what happens when they become ruled by their emotions?
Type 5 The Observer 85
Wisdom vs. Greed
Nicodemus (John 3)
Fives are thoughtful, competent people who desire to uncover the truth. But what happens when they become detached and avoidant?
Type 6 The Loyalist 105
Faithfulness vs. Fear
Peter (Matthew 14)
Sixes are trustworthy, compassionate people who desire to be safe. But what happens when they only see danger and are dictated by fear?
Type 7 The Enthusiast 127
Joy vs. Avoidance
King David (2 Samuel 6)
Sevens are versatile, inspiring people who reflect God's joy. But what happens when the life of the party struggles with impulsiveness and overindulgence?
Type 8 The Challenger 147
Power vs. Lust
Nathan (2 Samuel 12)
Eights are assertive, protective people who take the lead in advocating for the vulnerable. But what happens when they use their strength to dominate others into doing things their way?
Type 9 The Peacemaker 169
Peace vs. Laziness
Abraham (Genesis 18)
Nines are patient, inclusive people who are good at seeing multiple sides of a situation. But what happens when they avoid conflict and fail to communicate their needs?
Conclusion 191
Notes 199
About the Author 201