Spirit-Controlled Temperament

When other personality books give results you know who you are but what do I do now. This book helps a bunch. Easy read

I had this book many years ago. The author has added more to it and it’s even better. Fun read that helps you to understand those closest to you better. Once you understand what makes people act the way they do it’s much easier to be less critical of them. Very enlightening. I found the descriptions of my temperament and many in my family were so dead on it was hilarious. Makes it easier to cut people a little slack when you get why they are the way they are.

Good book

This was a nice read. I learned about myself and my family members. It was refreshing to learn about how our Spirit-filled temperaments were a part is God’s plan. We need each other.

Good book

I'm aware that the basic propositions and theories of this book will discourage many Christian readers; it will be observed that the Holy Bible never expressly deals with the ancient Four Temperaments theory, and that its origins seems to be definitely pagan. Hippocrates (the ancient physician known especially for the Hippocratic Oath which is still taken and followed by physicians today; and which has many Christian ethical precepts contained in it, including but not limited to the forbidding of performing abortions) was the first one, perhaps, to popularize the theory. It may also be objected, by some, that the Four Temperaments really became popular during the Dark Ages and the Medieval Period, when most of science and theology was quite askew, superstitious, or corrupt. To these objections I would like to propose some arguments in favor of the Four Temperaments theory. The first I would propose is the notion, advanced by some, that Luke the Evangelist, as a Gentile/Greek doctor, would have likely been familiar with the Four Temperaments theory, and may even have taken the Hippocratic Oath, or otherwise followed the practices of Hippocrates in his ethics and healing methods. But that is speculative. Mostly, I would recommend study of the Four Temperaments theory -- using this book in particular as a reference and guide -- because I believe that it is not contrary to Biblical claims nor to Jesus Christ Himself, the Lord and Savior. I believe that reading this book prayerfully and with discernment is a great idea for Christians. I also know of no better guide than this, to explain why there are so many enmities, divisions, contentions, and so much strife and difference of "temperament" amongst believers in the Christian Church today. (Indeed, this book can help explain the problems of mankind, and of God's own people, from Eden and onward!) Personally, I was very vexed, as a young Christian, to come to learn, firsthand, about so much strife and sin amongst Christians (myself included), and I definitely believe this is one of the most important books the Lord has sent my way, as it were, and it has helped me reach much peace and understanding amongst all of the debates and strife! One of the main drawbacks of such a great book as this, is that its teaching won't appeal all of the temperaments discussed within it! (Perhaps because its information is too "dangerous" or "deep" for those who benefit, somewhat, from people's ignorance of such matters as these?) Yet I must still recommend this book highly, even though it won't be read by many, because of the understanding and peace it will help give some, in these troubled times. There are simpler reasons for human discord and strife than what appears on the surface. I do not agree with all of Dr. LaHaye's end-times views (made popular by the LEFT BEHIND fictional series, which he co-authored), but I agree that the teachings within this book of his are important.

This book has given me great insight into myself and others. Helped me to understand other people and their differences. I am an extrovert. It really helped me socially with introverts and gave me better tools in respecting other people.

This book was wonderful I loved the insight it provides not just for my temperament but for those I'm surrounded by daily

Very helpful book. An oldie, but a goodie.

I read this book way back when I was a teenager - it left a very strong impression on me. I could see myself in the book, it was good to understand me. This year I felt the urge to search up this book again and I'm so glad I did. After reading Spirit-Controlled Temperament, "Why You Act The Way You Do" and the Spirit-Controlled Woman by his wife, I ordered more copies for my family. It is must read.

Gostei bastante de ler esse livro e pude entender um pouco mais sobre o meu temperamento e como o Espírito Santo tem me transformado.

Though it's a used one, the quality of the book was nice. Not at all worn and torn!

Insightful, great read