THE PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE BY RICK WARREN

Key Concepts
The book's central message is that "It's not about you". Life's meaning is discovered through a relationship with God and by fulfilling the five purposes for which you were created. 

• You Were Planned for God's Pleasure (Worship): The primary purpose of life is to bring pleasure to God through worship. This is not limited to singing hymns or attending church; it's a lifestyle of making God happy by trusting, obeying, and enjoying Him in every activity of life.
• You Were Formed for God's Family (Fellowship): God created humans for relationship and community. Becoming part of God's family (the Church) provides a place to belong, build unselfish relationships with other believers, and learn to love others deeply, which prepares you for an eternal life with God.
• You Were Created to Become Like Christ (Discipleship): The goal of spiritual growth is to develop a Christ-like character, not just knowledge. This process of transformation (sanctification) involves renewing your mind with Scripture, using life's trials and temptations as character-building opportunities, and cooperating with the Holy Spirit.
• You Were Shaped for Serving God (Ministry): You were created to make a difference and serve others with your unique combination of capabilities, which Warren terms your SHAPE (Spiritual gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences). Ministry is how you express your love for God through service to other believers.
• You Were Made for a Mission (Evangelism): Every Christian has a mission to share God's message and the Good News of salvation with unbelievers. This mission has eternal significance and involves sharing your life message (testimony and life lessons) with the world.