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Disruptive Thinking

A Daring Strategy to Change How We Live, Lead, and Love

T. D. Jakes

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Question 1 of 6
According to the book, what is the primary purpose of a disruption from a Christian perspective?
  • A. To test a person's faith through unavoidable hardship and suffering.
  • B. To summon our inner leader and turn our differences into opportunities for unity and collaboration.
  • C. To encourage individuals to separate from secular society and build isolated communities.
  • D. To pursue material comfort and financial wealth in the face of economic inequality.
Question 2 of 6
How does the author suggest individuals should respond to systemic issues like wealth inequality or hostile environments?
  • A. By waiting for government intervention and societal reform to level the playing field.
  • B. By accepting their circumstances as a divine test of endurance and patience.
  • C. By using disruptive thinking to recognize their gift of choice and take action to change their environment.
  • D. By focusing exclusively on acquiring material wealth to bridge the financial gap.
Question 3 of 6
What does the biblical story of King Cyrus illustrate about the nature of disruption?
  • A. Disruption requires individuals to isolate themselves from non-believers to maintain their vision.
  • B. Effective disruption often relies on unlikely alliances and partnerships, even with those who do not share the same beliefs.
  • C. True disruptors must always loudly proclaim their faith in order to achieve lasting success.
  • D. Disruption is primarily a solitary journey where a single hero must overcome all obstacles alone.
Question 4 of 6
Why is the human ego considered a major obstacle to navigating disruption?
  • A. It prevents individuals from taking the necessary risks by making them overly cautious.
  • B. It insists on always being right, whereas surviving disruption requires humility and the willingness to make mistakes.
  • C. It causes leaders to communicate too aggressively, alienating their team members.
  • D. It distracts people from their goals by making them overly concerned with the opinions of others.
Question 5 of 6
When leading a disruptive initiative, what is the likely result of failing to clearly communicate expectations to a team?
  • A. Frustration creeps in and the initiative becomes stuck in stagnation.
  • B. Team members will naturally develop their own disruptive ideas independently.
  • C. The team will become overly reliant on the leader for daily tasks.
  • D. The ego of the team members will increase, leading to internal conflicts.
Question 6 of 6
What is the recommended approach for parenting a child who exhibits disruptive behavior?
  • A. Immediately implement strict disciplinary measures to establish authority.
  • B. Seek quick fixes such as medication to calm the child's environment.
  • C. Actively listen and understand the root cause, recognizing that the child's behavior may reflect disruptions within the family.
  • D. Isolate the child from external influences that might be causing the disruption.

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Disruptive Thinking Summary & Overview

Disruptive Thinking (2023) is a guide to unlocking your potential and turning adversity into opportunity. By learning to understand and leverage disruption, you can kickstart your most profound personal and professional metamorphosis yet.

Who Should Listen to Disruptive Thinking?

  • Leaders seeking to pave the way with care
  • Community champions doing God’s work
  • Trailblazers looking to grow their career

About the Author: T. D. Jakes

D. Jakes is a globally recognized thought leader in transformative disruption and personal growth. With a background in pastoral leadership, he uses spiritual insights to help individuals and organizations navigate change and overcome adversity. 

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