Words That Can Help You Win
Whatever your craft in life, when the elements of your process come together to create something helpful for others—it’s a win. A win against procrastination, a reward for your hard work, and a victory for those who need what your work delivers.
“Winning”—as I’ve learned in my good friend Clarence L. Haynes, Jr.’s book, The Pursuit of Victory—is a concept that intrigues us all. But it’s wrought with physical and spiritual struggle. However, Clarence doesn’t want this to stop or even deter you. His offering is a compilation of words that can help you win. Their aim is to reignite your fire for victorious living.
The best part about Clarence’s Christian perspective in this powerful book on conquering our greatest obstacles is his practicality.
The Pursuit of Victory reads like a conversation so comfortable and genuine—that every insecurity currently haunting you suddenly feels surmountable. And every bit of his guidance is backed with scriptural truth and real-world application.
Clarence’s craft is not only word-working but also compassionate connection. Open the pages and you just know: your secrets aren’t scary, your situation is normal, and your mistakes do not define you.
By arming you with the foundation for victory, preparing you for victory, and equipping you with actions for victory, Clarence kindly tends to whatever is holding you down…and sets you free.
I want every human to read this book, if even just to feel so loved. But also, for the amazing word-pictures and explosive pocket-size insights that evidence Clarence’s signature writing style.
Memorable Words about How to Win in Life
Ever read a book and can’t remember much of it? Not this time.
Clarence’s lessons not only get through easily, they’re expertly made memorable, using acronyms or concrete language. For example, in the chapter entitled, “Settle Your Yesterday,” he tackles how we imprison ourselves with guilt and regret:
“If you try to drive a car forward while looking in the rearview mirror, eventually you will crash.”
I don’t know about you, but I’m actually picturing myself craning my neck up, looking in that mirror, grip on the wheel, foolishly rolling toward disaster. Because I can’t stop looking back. And it’s a great visual kick-in-the-pants to cut it out when I start losing my way in this way.
I don’t want to crash. So, I put my focus on better days ahead.
Victory Over What’s Holding You Back
Another eye-opener among these words that can help you win is Clarence’s distillation of the seven fiery darts (or Ds) our true enemy uses to attempt to defeat us: delay, deception, division, discouragement, disappointment, distraction, and doubt. And even as we stand up against these Ds, we can also unwittingly derail ourselves.
So, in true Clarence clarity, he also illuminates the four areas where we stand in our own way: Sin, Excuses, Laziness, and Fear. And as you notice the acronym built into that four-word lesson, you understand the work you need to do.
There are so many gems along the journey of The Pursuit of Victory, it’s bound to enrich whatever road you’re on. I hope you’ll order your copy today. I promise, you have nothing to lose, and so much to win.
When you read it, write to me at liamartinwriting@gmail.com. I’d love to know what it helps you overcome.