Produced by Faith: Enjoy Real Success without Losing Your True Self

Produced by Faith is definitely one of the greatest and most influential books I have ever read. Anyone who has ever had a dream can benefit from this book. Even if I didn't have a dream, this book would encourage me in finding myself and discovering what my life purpose is. Produced by faith is extremely helpful for those pursuing a career in the entertainment industry and other careers as well. It illustrates your personal life's journey through the lens of film making. Anyone who has ever watched a film at some point in their life can relate to this illustration. One of my favorite analogies in the book is the "Scene" analogy. The author shares his wisdom from his experience as a Hollywood Executive, Preacher and most of all human experience that our life is a movie in itself and we go through different scenes everyday. Often we face different and difficult obstacles that may seem to hinder us from our goals in life. During those times we find it very difficult to move on and easy to give up. DeVon reminds us that in every movie there are obstacles that the main character (you) has to overcome in order to reach your goals/ destinations. He encourages the reader to look at "your movie" through a different lens by saying "IT IS JUST ONE SCENE IN THE MOVIE" , the best is yet to come.This book has strengthened and encouraged me to be more patient and tenacious in pursuing my dreams. Most importantly this book has validated the inner struggles that I have encountered during this challenging process of finding myself, a career and pursuing my dreams. At this moment and time around the world, many people are facing career and character changes that are greatly influenced by the changes in our economy. Many have lost their careers, dreams and even their faith. Many times I have heard others say "All I want is to be Happy". Although happiness is a good feeling, it is temporary and always triggered and controlled by one's circumstances (and leave plenty of room for depression, which can occur by compromising who you are and feel empty inside). Joy however is a great feeling simply b/c it's not controlled by circumstances, lasts longer and defeats depression. I believe joy is experienced when we stay true to our beliefs and avoid compromising who we are. Produced by Faith has encouraged and greatly influenced me to reach for greater heights in every aspect of my life. The author has validated my feelings in the process and has helped me shift my focus off of my circumstances and concentrate on remaining faithful to my beliefs and not compromising who I am to achieve success. Success can be reached w/o being true to self. However it will not bring peace and joy into your life. Produced by faith offers such great and supernatural wisdom that one cannot afford to refuse. DeVon's life experience and choices of words have truly opened up my minds eye and nursed the vision within me. When you discover or experience great things, you cant help but to share it with others. My Christian and Non-Christian family members and friends have purchased this book because of the fruit it produces all around the world. I had the opportunity to meet DeVon a couple times as he shared his life story and how He gives God the Glory for his Success. I have truly been blessed by this book. I HIGHLY recommend it to everyone. Just recently I was in NYC with a friend who was looking to purchase his copy and the book was sold out. I was not surprised. GO GET THE BOOK AND YOUR DREAM!!

DeVon has penned a pivotal book for any Christ follower who wants to set goals and achieve success while never compromising one's faith walk. This God loving young man has touched on a key set of points about being a professional in any field of endeavor without becoming "luke-warm" in following the teachings and direction found in God's Word, the Bible, and is recommended reading for anyone, even college students, contemplating how you can still be true to Christ, being in the world, but not of the world. It's not always easy when dealing with a workplace or co-workers who often will berate anyone living a moral and religious lifestyle as being a "goody-two-shoes" when you decline offers to go out for drinks after work or to venues where our contemporary forms of social life and entertainment conflict with what scripture teaches about comporting ourselves, not in the manner that others would approve, but in the way that our faith in God directs us, without putting them on blast for their "alternate" lifestyles, use of profanity in common language and manners of attire that would prove embarrassing if we were to show up for church services dressed in similar fashion. Our responsibility to minister the Gospel, often by our example to others, is what makes each of us ministers or representatives of both God and Jesus Christ, the Son of God, everywhere we go. Supermarket to bank, film theater to soccer match, and what sets us apart from most individuals who might be on-the-fence, agnostic or atheist, saint or serial sinner, as most of us are, even on our best days. His analogies, drawn from his years in the entertainment and film-making environment present us with real life examples of what it can be like, being successful and productive despite what surrounds us. Silent testimony, as I often like to describe it. And if they ask you, "Are you a Christian?" it usually comes as a result of the example you've already set in your life, and in how you carry yourself and your faith, as a daily walk that cannot be compromised, not for any price. One's soul and it's eternal destiny lie in the choices we all make, and so happy to find this book which tells the story of the Gospel in a way many living in today's busy, hurried, "got-to-get-it-done-now" world can relate to individually. Food always for thought as we read the headline news and ask the hard questions in our prayer life. A recommended "must-read" as well, for anyone involved in the entertainment industry or even if you work at Pizza Hut. He's also a dynamic speaker at church events and ministries. Franklin Entertainment is his latest venture in cooperation with Sony Pictures Entertainment. So young and vibrant, he still has years to go in his ministry to the world.

To be honest, I don't quite think I can articulate how AMAZING this book is but I'll do my best. Having listened to a sermon by Devon Franklin on the topic of 'turning the other page,' I was instantly determined to read his book. Devon is an incredibly successful, well-accomplished, God-fearing man and his motivational persona shines throughout this book. I read a lot of 'self-help' books but very very few have moved me to change how I think about life, my career and personal success like this one has. Very rarely do I buy a book, read it and then feel the need to buy 10 copies to give to family and friends, but  Produced by Faith: Enjoy Real Success Without Losing Your True Self  has stirred my spirit and compelled me to be the best me I can be. It's full of messages that everybody should read, study and follow in order to improve their lives and their relationship with God. If you're on the fence about reading this book, just get it! It's fantastic, motivating and so, so compelling. Produced by Faith: Enjoy Real Success Without Losing Your True Self

DeVon Franklin is an icon for people who are devout to their life mission and faith. I have interests in the entertainment biz, so this book was a short course in big studio movie making, and also demonstrated how God interweaves his plan with our passions.I believe this book will resonate with people who are at the beginning of their careers but also those who are at their peak and career changers like me.I highly recommend this book for people who are not religious or faith based as it demonstrates how faith in something can deliver everything, in time.Thanks for sharing your career and life story DeVon!

Definitely one of the best books I have read this year on spirituality. It makes so much sense and the comparison between co-creating your life with God and film production bring the subject to life and makes it tangible. It has made me think so differently about my work and where I'm going to go next on my path while helping me cope better with the more difficult aspects of work.I LOVED it and I'm re-reading it!

Produced by Faith: Enjoy Real Success Without Losing Your True Self - very good and inspiring book. A must have in your collection

Just buy the book! Especially for Christians, this is life affirming! An absolute blessing & it will help you find your purpose!