When the Game Is Over, It All Goes Back in the Box: How to Keep Your Eyes on the Real Goal: Life

Publisher Marketing: In this thought-provoking look at what's really important in life, John Ortberg uses games as a metaphor to help us recognize and play for life's real prize: being rich toward God. Told with humor and wisdom by this bestselling author, pastor, and game-strategist, When the Game is Over It All Goes Back in the Boxreminds us that everything on earth belongs to God, and everything we "win" is just on loan. Being Master of the Board is not the point; playing by God's rules is. Ortberg makes sure we understand the object of the game, but he also walks us through the set-up, the rules, the strategies, and choosing the right trophies. This book is for those who want to sort out what's fleeting and what's permanent in God's kingdom. It's the perfect playbook for individuals or groups interested in considering life's true priorities and arranging their lives with eternal prizes in mind. Review Citations:

Christian Retailing 08/11/2008 pg. 39 (EAN 9780310282471, Other)

Publishers Weekly 06/11/2007 pg. 56 (EAN 9780310253501, Hardcover) - *Starred Review

Christian Retailing 08/20/2007 pg. 25 (EAN 9780310253501, Hardcover)

CBA Retailers 09/01/2007 pg. 56 (EAN 9780310253501, Hardcover)

Contributor Bio:  Ortberg, John John Ortberg is teaching pastor of Menlo Park Presbyterian Church and author of many books, including God Is Closer Than You Think.