John Maxwell is a leader, preacher, philanthropist, author, and businessman who studied at the Ohio Christian University (1969), Azusa Pacific University, and Fuller Theological Seminary.
Maxwell’s commitment to enhancing the lives of leaders, professionals, and anyone else seeking prosperity through personal growth is evident. He states, “If you grow in your awareness, develop your abilities, and make the right choices, you can reach your capacity” (p. 2). Maxwell reiterates to his readers that their capacity is far greater than the limitations they place on themselves. Thus, he offers his readers the tools, with instructions on how to apply them in everyday life.
The book’s organization follows three main sections, including Awareness, Ability, and Choices. With each section and its chapters, Maxwell drives home his theme. The format is straightforward and easy to follow. Moreover, the layout is pleasing to the eye, incorporating a variety of font sizes and styles. He presents the contents as though he is the teacher and the reader is the student. In each chapter, Maxwell succinctly defines a particular capacity, such as attitude, X, or Y. He illustrates each point, weaving together inspirational and motivational anecdotes.
Consider Nick Vujicic, for example, who is a husband, father of two, global speaker, dynamic young evangelist, author, businessman, musician, and actor who, in his spare time, enjoys fishing, painting, and swimming. Vujicic was born without arms and legs. In primary school, his peers tormented him. However, he craved to be like them—with limbs—and begged God to no avail. Vujucic contemplated death despite knowing, without doubt, his family loved him; yet, he saw himself as a burden. Instead, he changed his attitude. Unbeknownst to him, he applied one of Maxwell’s key points: “People who devalue us do not determine our value” (p. 65). He began to question his purpose when he developed an undeniable belief in God. Nick is now UNSTOPPABLE. Vujicic?? Maxwell notes, “If God can use a man without arms and legs to be His hands and feet, then He will certainly use any willing heart!”
By the conclusion of the book, readers will likely appreciate Maxwell’s approach to outlining simple steps for his readers to follow to improve their personal traits and skills to maximize their capacity to enrich their lives further. In short, Maxwell effectively manages to write as if he is there in the room, teaching his individual readers each step of the way.
No Limit is a book packed with the insight to bring clarity, awareness, ability, and choice in each reader’s life, ultimately building leaders. Those seeking to increase their personal and professional accomplishments should read No Limits again and again. One reading is just not enough to devour Maxwell’s knowledge that can have a measurable impact in one’s life.
