Before You Quit: Everyday Endurance, Moral Courage, and the Quest for Purpose

About the AuthorDOUGLAS GEHMAN attended Goshen College and Fuller Theological Seminary, and completed Master's and Doctorate degrees in Missions at Liberty Christian University in Pensacola, FL. Since 1994, Doug has served with Globe International, a mission-sending agency based in Pensacola, FL. He became the Director in 2001 and the President in 2004. Doug loves coaching and mentoring emerging leaders, helping them discover their giftings and life direction. Doug and Beth have ministered in neary sixty nations. They have four married children and eleven grandchildren. Doug is the author of three books. The most recent is their family's story, called White Picket Fences. He loves writing, surfing, cycling, walking, and spending time with his family.How Non-Quitters Changed the WorldYou’re exhausted. As you see your time and joy being spent on something that isn’t going the way you planned… some days you wonder if it’d just be better to quit.Whether it’s now or later, we’re all faced with a choice between good and easy, between continuing on through difficulty or giving up. When that day comes, what will you choose?Doug Gehman observed firsthand how God used one man’s relentless perseverance to change a country, and it changed him. In this book he shares dozens of stories of ordinary people who did extraordinary things for the kingdom of God because they simply kept going-through pain, discouragement, loss, and failure. He’ll teach you how to cultivate a gritty perseverance that counts the cost and follows through. Become a person of courage and commitment. It’ll cost you dearly, but it will change your life forever.ReviewPraise for Before You Quit“This book will propel you to realign your perspective on what is important in your spiritual journey. This book messes with what we have always thought is important in our spiritual journey. Every chapter is thought provoking and challenges you to keep pushing forward for His glory.”-BRUCE TERRYLead Pastor, Liberty Church, Birmingham, AL“Throughout life, I have found myself faced with circumstances greater than my ability to overcome. The overwhelming urge to quit is something I believe we have all faced, and will certainly face again. In Doug Gehman’s book Before You Quit, he gives you key principles not only to help stand and endure, but for how to dig deep and fight for the greater vision and purpose of our lives. If you are in a season of struggle, or just can’t seem to get rooted in your career, ministry, or community, this book is a must read! Let me encourage you, before you resign, throw in the towel, or turn and run away, read this book!”-NATHAN POOLEYLead Pastor, Upper Room Church“You won’t find the word grit in the Bible, but it’s there nonetheless. Scripture is brimming with gritty examples of individuals full of persistence and courage to be the person God called them to be. I’ve had the distinct privilege in my life to be surrounded by courageous people, my dad and mom being at the forefront. This new book by my friend Doug is not only wonderfully written, but will challenge and encourage you to build up your courage and endurance to be all that God has planned for you to be.”-ANDREW PALAUEvangelist and author“Douglas Gehman knows what he writes about! I have a long-time friendship with him and have been privileged to serve as his pastor for several years. He has persevered through many times that others wouldn’t have. His integrity is too rare in today’s culture. He is a proven leader and communicator. I am SO grateful for this new addition to every resilient leader’s library.”-DOUG HOLMESSenior Pastor, Christian Life Church, Milton, FL“In Before You Quit, my friend Doug Gehman has addressed, with real insight and inspiration, the challenge we all face, no matter the pursuit. I have gained renewed strength for my own journey by reading his book, and I am a convinced that you will as well!”-JOSH LIPSCOMBLead Pastor of Libe