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Everybody, Always

Becoming Love in a World Full of Setbacks and Difficult People

Bob Goff

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Everybody, Always
Radical Inclusion+
Leaps of Faith+
Skydiving Lessons+
Parenting Like God+
Selfless Action+
Transformative Forgiveness+
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Question 1 of 8
According to Bob Goff, what does it mean to build a 'kingdom rather than a castle'?
  • A. To accumulate wealth to share with the less fortunate.
  • B. To create an inclusive world without walls rather than keeping people out.
  • C. To establish strong boundaries to protect your faith from outside influences.
  • D. To focus on converting others to your specific religious denomination.
Question 2 of 8
What lesson did Bob Goff learn from the incident with his airplane's landing gear?
  • A. We should always wait for perfect conditions before making major life decisions.
  • B. God provides us with all the facts we need before we have to take a leap of faith.
  • C. We must accept that God gives us the 'green lights' we need, even if we don't have all the information.
  • D. Technical failures are often a sign that we are on the wrong path in life.
Question 3 of 8
How does Goff apply the skydiving rule of 'obeying your instructor for 30 seconds' to everyday faith?
  • A. We should dedicate exactly 30 seconds a day to prayer and meditation.
  • B. We should try to obey Jesus for just 30 seconds when struggling in difficult situations.
  • C. We should give people 30 seconds to explain themselves before judging them.
  • D. We should make quick decisions within 30 seconds to avoid overthinking our faith.
Question 4 of 8
According to the book, what is the most effective way to parent and guide children?
  • A. Constantly reminding them of the rules and what they are doing wrong.
  • B. Telling them what to do based on your own past mistakes.
  • C. Shielding them from failure so they can build self-confidence.
  • D. Telling them who they are becoming rather than just enforcing rules.
Question 5 of 8
What does Goff's story about saving arcade tickets at the pizza parlor illustrate about doing good deeds?
  • A. Doing good works to earn God's approval is pointless because we already have His love.
  • B. Small acts of kindness eventually add up to a massive spiritual reward.
  • C. We should keep a careful record of our good deeds to stay motivated.
  • D. Patience is the most important virtue when waiting for God's blessings.
Question 6 of 8
Why did Goff start carrying a literal bucket around with him?
  • A. To collect donations for the needy people he met at the airport.
  • B. To remind himself to actively practice patience rather than just talking about it.
  • C. To symbolize the heavy emotional burdens that people carry in their everyday lives.
  • D. To catch the metaphorical 'bounces' of people who were going through hard times.
Question 7 of 8
What was the outcome of Goff visiting Kabi, a convicted witch doctor, in a Ugandan prison?
  • A. Kabi refused to speak to Goff and was transferred to solitary confinement.
  • B. Goff realized that some people are too evil to be forgiven and focused his efforts elsewhere.
  • C. Goff forgave him, leading Kabi to express regret, convert, and preach love to other prisoners.
  • D. Kabi was released on parole after Goff paid for his legal fees and an ankle bracelet.
Question 8 of 8
How does the author suggest we should approach mastering Jesus's message of love?
  • A. By isolating ourselves from difficult people until our faith is strong enough.
  • B. By immediately taking on massive charitable projects to prove our commitment.
  • C. By treating it like learning a new language, starting slowly with a few small steps every day.
  • D. By engaging in theological debates to fully understand the complexities of the Bible.

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Everybody, Always Summary & Overview

Everybody, Always (2018) chronicles best-selling author Bob Goff’s inspiring one-man mission to translate Jesus’s message of love and compassion into everyday practice. That, as he himself admits, isn’t always easy. Life is full of setbacks, obstacles and difficult people. But it is possible. By staying true to his beliefs and finding courage when the going gets tough, Goff strives to lead an exemplary life of love.

Who Should Listen to Everybody, Always?

  • Anyone interested in leading a more loving – and fulfilling – life
  • Fans of inspiring true-life stories
  • Anyone wondering how the Bible relates to modern life

About the Author: Bob Goff

Bob Goff is the founder of Love Does, an international NGO committed to helping women and children in war zones. Active in Uganda, Somalia and Iraq, the charity builds schools and safe houses in some of the world’s most dangerous countries. Trained as a lawyer, Goff is an honorary consul for the Republic of Uganda in the United States. His previous books include the New York Times best seller Love Does.

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