{"id":1635,"date":"2021-03-02T01:32:43","date_gmt":"2021-03-02T01:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/?page_id=1635"},"modified":"2021-03-02T18:58:46","modified_gmt":"2021-03-02T18:58:46","slug":"making-a-difference","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/dwight-clough-books\/making-a-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Making A Difference"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kIHEmg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Making-A-Difference-300h.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1636\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>Making A Difference: How to Extend Your Influence and Transform Your World<\/strong><br \/>\nEmpowerGood.com Leadership Series<br \/>\n6&#8243; x 9&#8243; \u2014 204 pages, paperback $19.95, Kindle $4.99<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding:12px;background-color:#F2F2AA;\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kIHEmg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><big><strong>Order on Amazon here (USA)<\/strong><\/big><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3kIHEmg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Kindle ebook USA<\/a><br \/>\nOutside USA: <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/uk\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UK<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/de\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DE<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/fr\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FR<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/es\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ES<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/it\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">IT<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/nl\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NL<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/jp\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">JP<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/br\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BR<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/ca\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CA<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/mx\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MX<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/au\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AU<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kdp.amazon.com\/amazon-dp-action\/in\/bookshelf.marketplacelink\/B08XLLF398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">IN<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"Amazon2-link-1635\" class=\"sh-link Amazon2-link sh-hide\"><a href=\"#\" onclick=\"showhide_toggle('Amazon2', 1635, 'CLICK OR TOUCH HERE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN HELP ME AT AMAZON', 'Hide Amazon help'); return false;\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><span id=\"Amazon2-toggle-1635\">CLICK OR TOUCH HERE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN HELP ME AT AMAZON<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"Amazon2-content-1635\" class=\"sh-content Amazon2-content sh-hide\" style=\"display: none;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/amazon-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"391\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/amazon-1.jpg 680w, https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/amazon-1-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/amazon-1-261x150.jpg 261w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>I\u2019m excited for you<\/strong>\u2026 You\u2019re making a giant leap toward extending your influence and making a difference. ~ from the Foreword by best selling author Jay Payleitner<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>If you feel God has a purpose for your life, this book is for you<\/strong>. You\u2019ll find inspiration, encouragement, and the kind of practical wisdom that will save you months or even years of spinning your wheels. What kind of legacy is worth leaving? How do you get God to show up? What is your calling? How do people actually change? What do you do when your desire to make a difference hits a brick wall? How do you move from dream to reality? How do you start a ministry? How do you overcome that fear of public speaking? How do you raise money? How do you recruit the right kind of volunteers? How do you write and publish a book? You\u2019ll find answers to these questions and many others like them packed into these information rich pages. Buy it, read it, heed it, and watch God use you to bring eternal good into many lives. ~ Forrest \u201cForrey\u201d Zander, author, <em>His Faithfulness Reaches to the Skies: The story of a missionary pilot<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>This book is an absolute <strong>must-read for any Christian who has ever desired to make their dream into a reality!<\/strong> If you want to write a book, speak to the masses, start a ministry, raise funds for a worthy cause, or be a successful entrepreneur, you\u2019ll benefit immensely from these valuable insights and personal stories. Reading it felt like having a conversation with a dear friend, nudging me along, giving me the encouragement and inspiration needed to not only get started on my dream, but to accomplish it! I now feel more equipped than ever to pursue my passions for the glory of God and I know that it is possible to achieve great things! ~ Mollin Luxeder, Publicist for Girl Defined Ministries<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>When I take a plane trip, I request a window seat because I actually look out the window. Many are in a hurry to make their arrival; the goal is the destination. I, however, <strong>savor the journey<\/strong>. It is why I choose the window; I love watching the difference in the topography, the shape of towns, the colors of fields. The authors in this book have chosen to take us on an incredible journey on what it takes to transform our world, our sphere of influence; to extend our sphere of influence. Yes, their individual goal is set, but the way to get there is both beautiful and awe-inspiring. This book encourages us to set the goal, but to enjoy the journey along the amazing way. This is a keeper. ~Cheri Wells, Bible Teacher<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Do you want to change your world? God assures us that He will show up in our day-to-day lives as we are on mission as His ambassadors. Making A Difference serves as a practical meditation calling us back to the enduring truths that equip us to bring eternal good into many lives. ~Alejandro Miranda Cruz and Noel Miranda, Co-Founders of Bravebird (WeAreBravebird.com)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><br \/>\nContributors&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.3<br \/>\nForeword&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.10<br \/>\nJay Payleitner<\/p>\n<p>Part 1: Build the Right Foundation&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.18<br \/>\nLeaving a Legacy&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..20<br \/>\nCrystal McDowell<\/p>\n<p>How Your Prayers Can Make a Difference&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;26<br \/>\nJohn T. Henry<\/p>\n<p>The Gift of Your Influence&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.39<br \/>\nDwight Clough<\/p>\n<p>Understanding Personal Transformation&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;59<br \/>\nDwight Clough<\/p>\n<p>Family First&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.65<br \/>\nJerry B. Jenkins<\/p>\n<p>Marriage Before Ministry&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..68<br \/>\nMike Halsted<\/p>\n<p>Part 2: Dream to Reality&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..72<br \/>\nYour Dream to Reality Journey&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;73<br \/>\nDwight Clough<\/p>\n<p>Taking a Kingdom Risk&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..84<br \/>\nJ.P. Olson<\/p>\n<p>Five Step Guide to Starting Your Ministry&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;90<br \/>\nKristen Clark and Bethany Baird<\/p>\n<p>Making A Difference Case Study&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.98<br \/>\nMike Halsted<\/p>\n<p>Empower Good Survey&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.106<\/p>\n<p>Part 3: Skills to Extend Your Influence&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;110<br \/>\nDivine Connections&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;112<br \/>\nKerri Kane<\/p>\n<p>Using the Power of Story in Social Media&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..118<br \/>\nLaura Gallagher<\/p>\n<p>7 Hacks to Overcome Fear of Public Speaking&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.128<br \/>\nDwight Clough<\/p>\n<p>Working With Volunteers&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;134<br \/>\nJerry Twombly<\/p>\n<p>Raising Funds for Your Ministry&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..141<br \/>\nJerry Twombly<\/p>\n<p>The Missing Link to Solopreneur Success&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.147<br \/>\nSteve Roller<\/p>\n<p>How to Write a Book&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.153<br \/>\nJerry B. Jenkins<\/p>\n<p>Publishing Options for Unknown Authors&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;181<br \/>\nDwight Clough<\/p>\n<p>Alphabetical Index&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.190<br \/>\nA Prayer&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.204<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Making A Difference: How to Extend Your Influence and Transform Your World EmpowerGood.com Leadership Series 6&#8243; x 9&#8243; \u2014 204 pages, paperback $19.95, Kindle $4.99 &nbsp; Order on Amazon here (USA) Kindle ebook USA Outside USA: UK DE FR ES IT NL JP BR CA MX AU IN &nbsp; &nbsp; I\u2019m excited for you\u2026 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":78,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1635","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1635","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1635"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1635\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1651,"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1635\/revisions\/1651"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/78"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dwightclough.com\/books2\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}