Youre listening to acres of diamonds, an original song based on jentezen franklins newest book, written and performed by jonathan cain and brianna alomar. Listen to acres of diamonds audiobook by betsie bush. Jul 01, 2015 in this program, denis waitley narrates one of the most popular, selfhelp speeches in the world delivered over 6,000 times by russell conwell, a baptist minister, nearly 150 years ago. I had never read any of franklins books, but i will in the future. It is a message of determination, unconventional thinking, and positive living that came to influence a generation of motivational literature. You know, when i think about somebody whos pushed through immense. Librivox recording of acres of diamonds, by russell conwell. The structured living plan, onsite counseling, parenting support and lifeskill training helps moms to re. In his enthusiasm, he sold his farm to pay for his search and ventured out to find his fortune. And if this story doesnt apply to you, it certainly will apply to people you know, or have met. Jentezen and his wife cherise have been married 32 years, have five children and four grandchildren, and make their home in gainesville, georgia. Creative lessons from one of the most inspiring stories ever told. We are a daytime herkimer diamond collecting facility. If you like what gni is doing we strongly suggest you like the gni facebook page before we disappear.
Find books like acres of diamonds from the worlds largest community of readers. Acres of diamonds are you in a season of life when every search for direction, encouragement or fulfillment seems to come up empty. At the heart of acres of diamonds is a parable conwell heard while traveling through the middle east in 1870. You will discover that the story told by the old arab guide applies nowadays too. The acres of diamonds facebook page will be live for a few more weeks. I was reared by nonchristian parents and, therefore, was never taught about the greatness of god. In acres of diamonds, russell conwell shows success is a spiritual ideathe result of spiritual principles. Short and powerful the book is much like who moved my cheese in that it is brief, but contains an important lesson told in the form of a story acres of diamonds will force you to take a new look at your own backyard when looking for opportunity.
Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Acres of diamonds and millions of other books are available for instant. With his down to earth and humble style, pastor franklin shares a number of his life experiences, his familys and those of several friends as examples of principles to live in order to discover gods plans, will and blessings for our lives. Conwells acres of diamonds have been spread all over the united. This is one of my favorite stories, because of the principles revealed. These tales so excited the farmer that he could hardly wait to sell his farm and go prospecting for diamonds himself. In an era when many americans would pack public halls to hear speeches given by the greatest citizens of their day, russell conwell read his worldfamous lecture hundreds of times, and used. Our everyday opportunities contents an appreciation acres of diamonds his life and achievements fifty years on the lecture platform. Acres of diamonds this was a lecture written by russell conwell that advocated social darwinism it justified the rich being rich and the poor being poor and, it called people not to help the poor since it was their fault, thus promoting a laissez faire ideal. Jan 11, 2015 listen to acres of diamonds audiobook by betsie bush.
Spiritual advisor to president trump, jentezen franklin shares his. One of the most inspiring stories ever told, in my opinion, is acres of diamonds in the early 20th century, a baptist preacher named russell conwell told this story over 6,000 times in. In an era when many americans would pack public halls to hear speeches given by the greatest citizens of their day, russell conwell read his worldfamous lecture hundreds of times, and. Theres a story of a farmer in africa who heard of the abundance of diamonds that had been found across the continent. Many people struck it rich in their search for the sparkling beauties, and they became millionaires overnight. May 14, 2014 considered by many to be one of the finest speeches ever written, acres of diamonds offers a multitude of lessons about the rewards of work, education, and finding the riches of life in ones own back yard. That is, the lecture itself, the number of times he has delivered it, what a source of inspiration it has been to myriads, the money that he has made and is making, and, still more, the purpose. Acres of diamonds by russell conwell is renowned as a classic work on how to be great regardless of your station in life. Acres of diamonds by russell conwell, paperback barnes. In this book frances describes her search for god in the 1920s and 1930s in centralia, illinois. For those enthusiasts that like old style paper books, this is your version, i say. Acres of diamonds shows the drastic difference of the lives of children in slavery versus the lives of children under the care of good news india. Text of famous inspirational lecture and biography of russell conwell, a baptist minister and temple university founder summary by scott dahlem for further information, including links to online text, reader information, rss feeds, cd cover or other formats if available, please go to the librivox catalog page for this recording. Writer of novels stressing rags to riches stories of boys.
Acres of diamonds was established in 1995 as a local nonprofit that creates lasting life change for homeless moms and their kids. Acres provides a safe place to recover, to rebuild and to break the cycles of addiction, poverty and abuse. As a man thinketh by james allen, acres of diamonds by russell conwell, unleashing the. One day a buddhist priest made a visit to the old persian farmer and spent most of his time telling ali hafed about the beauty and value of diamonds. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read acres of diamonds. Over a century ago, russell conwell was famous for his traveling lecture in which he encouraged listeners to find the acres of diamonds in their own backyards. There are as many opportunities for success today as in conwells time, if not more so. The acres of diamonds story a true one is told of an african farmer who heard tales about other farmers who had made millions by discovering diamond mines. This book originated as a speech that the minister conwell delivered over. There are as many opportunities for success today as in conwells time, if not more.
Keep on pushing and take your game to the next level. There is a sense of permission to disconnect from the power source that pushes my consumerism. Acres of diamonds, the kingship of selfcontrol, as a man thinketh by russell conwell, william george jordan, james allen and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Based on a true story, it has been told with many versions. Jun 29, 2008 free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg.
Considered by many to be one of the finest speeches ever written, acres of diamonds offers a multitude of lessons about the rewards of work, education, and finding the riches of life in ones own back yard. If ali hafid had stayed home and dug in his own fields, he would have had acres of diamonds. Richard first heard about acres of diamonds around 1985 while listening to earl nightingales cassette recording of the strangest secret. Acres of diamonds was the story of a persian man named ali hafed. Years ago, when the first diamonds were being discovered in africa, diamond fever spread across the continent like wildfire. Across the stream, the rays of the morning sun hit a stone and made it sparkle like a rainbow. This, along with other questions, will be answered in this 175 minute audio book that contains conwells classic acres of diamonds message. Mar 17, 2012 story acres of diamonds short version. In this 2cd audio version the first real improvement in russell conwells classic in years richard fox brings new life and a fresh perspective to conwells classic. Aug 27, 20 acres of diamonds by russell conwell is renowned as a classic work on how to be great regardless of your station in life. Though not a get rich guide, conwells book shows how to find a fortuneif you know though not a get rich guide, conwells book shows how to find a fortuneif you know.
I was greatly interested in that account in the newspaper of the. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you. It shows the men and women who have given their lives to save and serve over 3,000 children across 30 gni homes in west bengal and orissa. Jentezen has written ten books including his most recent acres of diamonds, love like youve never been hurt, the groundbreaking fasting and right peopleright placeright plan. Creative lessons from one of the most inspiring stories. Acres of diamonds excerpt i frances elizabeth johnson. There are as many opportunities for success today as in conwells time, if not more so, because they are found first and foremost in ones own conscience. I could not find anything better to illustrate my thought than a story i have told over and over again, and which is now found in books in nearly every library. Oh, but you will say, you cannot know much about your city if you think there are any acres of diamonds here. Sep 26, 20 acres of diamonds was the story of a persian man named ali hafed. In acres of diamonds, russell conwell shows success is a spiritu. In this program, denis waitley narrates one of the most popular, selfhelp speeches in the world delivered over 6,000 times by russell conwell, a baptist minister, nearly 150 years ago. This version, i give four stars because it is a scanned version.
Over the years i have learnt more from a story than from a lecture or cold hard information, i suppose because it is real, like my book overcoming lifes challenges overcoming lifes challenges it is real it is what i went through and how i came out on top. Acres of diamonds aod is a transitional christian home, in duvall, wa, that was established in 1995. Creative lessons from one of the most inspiring stories ever. Motivational story acres of diamonds your attitude contributes to success duration. God has both blessed and changed my life through each of jentzen franklins books and acres of diamonds tops them all. Study 50 terms apush ids unit 8 flashcards quizlet. Acres of diamonds original song by jonathan cain youtube. Listen to acres of diamonds by russel conwell, russell h. Any of you who wear modern waterproofs know the button that simply pushes. Acres of diamonds and millions of other books are available for instant access. Thats a great story relating to what i would like to talk to you about tonight. We will be adding a full version of the film to the gni site shortly. Acres of diamonds thousands of fulltext free books.
Praying for money and the story of acres of diamonds by journalist robert shackleton. Terms in this set 52 acres of diamonds russell conwells speech saying that anyone can become rich if they work hard enough. I bought the kindle format version and it is better, but this is a good historical record of the conwell acres of diamonds lecture. I had lunch this past tuesday with a man i admire very much. This is an excerpt from frances book entitled, acres of diamonds. It took him several years to find a copy of the book, but when he went searching for an audio version, richard couldnt find anything that did justice to conwells original. May 07, 2018 one of the most inspiring stories ever told, in my opinion, is acres of diamonds in the early 20th century, a baptist preacher named russell conwell told this story over 6,000 times in speeches. Conwell injects significant amounts of pullyourselfupbyyourbootstraps. Mar 28, 2016 acres of diamonds shows the drastic difference of the lives of children in slavery versus the lives of children under the care of good news india. But small handful of entrepreneurial people push on through the challenges to identify and. The book is peppered with many anecdotes to entertain, as well. It is an inspiring lecture on success in life, with emphasis on the perspective of wealth, money and doing good.
Discovering gods best right where you are hardcover february 11, 2020. Why was russell conwell, the founder of temple university, referred to as the penniless millionaire. Though not a get rich guide, conwells book shows how to find a fortuneif you know where to look. Story acres of diamonds short version story acres of diamonds short version. The acres of diamonds which i have mentioned through so many years are to be found in this city, and you are to find them. Sep 16, 2011 acres of diamonds a story about the search for success september 16, 2011 in inspirational stories tags. So you have written a new book called acres of diamonds discovering gods. We provide a loving, safe and nurturing environment that allows homeless women to learn how to break the cycle of addiction, poverty and homelessness.
Acres of diamonds is a lecture that russell conwell, founder of temple university, delivered more than 6,000 times across the country. Acres of diamonds a story about the search for success. He was born in massachusetts in 1843 and during the civil war served as a captain in the union army. The original farmer was literally standing on acres of diamonds until he sold his farm. Jentezen franklin, when did you first feel like you were truly beginning to gain. I say to you that you have acres of diamonds in philadelphia right where you now live. This book will not appeal to those who think that ones own surroundings offer no advantages. Story acres of diamonds short version unshakeable belief. Acres of diamonds by russell conwell is free at the free library of metaphysical new thought books and texts with links to new thought communities and teachers worldwide. Acres of diamonds by russell herman conwell book summary. Through this lecture, conwell debunks the idea that it is noble to be poor, an idea that far too many christians share.
The success classics edition of acres of diamonds also features two rare bonus works. Goodreads members who liked acres of diamonds also liked. Acres of diamonds by russell conwell is free at the free library of metaphysical new thought books and texts with links to new. Acres of diamonds acres of diamonds could be best summarized by its subtitle. Customize you cant read books here goodreads is for keeping track of what youve. You will learn some pretty valuable financial lessons from the founder of the temple university himself. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. They found that the farm was indeed covered with acres and acres of diamonds. Our everyday opportunities ebook written by russell herman conwell. Conwell is a small, easy to read book with deep thoughts. Conwell injects significant amounts of pullyourselfupbyyour bootstraps. Short and powerful the book is much like who moved my cheese in that it is brief.
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