The Divine Center

I see a lot of people say Covey is wrong for brining the gospel in his books etc. Trying to tell people about the 7 habits when he's rally using another language conveying biblical principles. They can think and judge what they will. I disagree with their negativity around the issue. This is an incredible, incredible book! I just finished reading it last night. What I love about Stephen Covey is that he is deep rooted in Biblical studies - well over ten years before the 7 habits came out - then Boom! 7 habits gets super successful. This book contains all of the 7 habits. Parts of this book are actually in the 7 habits and Principle centered leadership. It just goes to show that the same principles are relevant here - in the early 80s when this book was published - 89 when 7 habits came out - and 2008! I recommend this book to anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the 7 habits. I'm happy he discusses Christ centeredness. Again his religion is his business, and he states that the 7 habits are shown in all 6 major religions. I'm really excited and happy about this book. Incredible read!

I very much enjoyed this book. While obviously it isn't scripture (and doesn't claim to be) it can still help you think about your life, and how you can re-orient yourself to be more Christ-like. Those with the spirit of Christ will benefit from coming unto and following Him; which I feel is putting Him at the center of your life as Stephen Covey has illustrated so well. I do feel that the concepts of this book seem to be written for the LDS/Mormon reader. Therefore without the basic understanding about the LDS church, and it's view on the gospel of Jesus Christ, this book may puzzle, and possibly offend some people. I would recommend a non-LDS reader to first learn more about the teachings of the Church (perhaps at mormon.org) before diving into this book. That said, this book has brought new insight into my life, and I feel I'm better for reading it. I highly recommend it.

You may be hesitant to read this book even if you have read other Covey books if you are not a Latter Day Saint. Read it. You will gain a new perspective on your own ideas about God, without having to change your religion. You will learn things that will bring you closer to Him and isn't that what we're all searching for?

I'll admit my bias: the reason I first read this book was because it was our wedding gift from Dr. Covey and his wife. Readers who were touched by Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People will recognize portions of this predecessor work--but this unabashedly religious work will be most appreciated by those who wish to understand how to make Jesus Christ the central focus of their lives. Those who read it with a humble heart will not be disappointed