Discover how to be used of God and hear “well done”. Want to grow in Christ? Want to be used by God as a “vessel for honor” (2 Timothy 2:21)? Want to hear “well done”? (Matthew 25:21) In our zeal to glorify God and be used by Him, we have a tendency to rely on doing things for God. However, when God chose to use certain individuals in the Bible, it wasn’t because of their efforts or abilities. God was looking at their heart. God wants worshipers who work, not workers who worship. There is a vast difference between the two. God still searches hearts. Will you be found by God as pleasing to Him? You can become a person that is useful to God—not because of the great things you do, but because of a heart that pleases Him. Who you are is more important than what you do, because what you do flows out of who you are. The goal of this book is to see your service to God become an overflow of the heart. You cannot minister from an empty cup. Make your life count for eternity! Overflowing subjects include: Why God uses some people more than others - How to evaluate our heart behind our actions - How to test if we are pursuing the same goal as God - How remaining sin creates barriers in our relationship with God - How our faith makes God look great or small - How our holiness today affects our usefulness tomorrow - How we embezzle glory from God - How to find more joy - How to love others more - How to make disciples with boldness Most books have a “must read” section. It may be a key sentence or paragraph that reveals the heart of the author or the main thrust of the work. I was looking for that as I started reading Overflowing . What surprised me was that as I read, I found paragraph after paragraph of helpful biblical material. This book supports those serving in ministry with material to assess and diagnose their soul, to reflect on where their strength for ministry comes from, and to examine inner thoughts and intentions. With the gentle honesty of someone who has been there, Kyle walks us through a thoroughly biblical examination of pride and humility, sin and holiness, joy and discouragement. Make no mistake: this is not a theological treatise on missions or ministry; it is a heart book designed for you and your ministry success. - Paul L. Davis, President, ABWE International Do you ever wonder how to glorify God with your life? At the end of your life, do you want to hear Jesus say, “Well done, good and faithful servant”? Do you want less stress and more joy in your life? Then this book is for you! Saturated with Scripture and engaging stories from his life on the mission field, Kyle shares practical wisdom that is rooted in deep, biblical theology. This is a book I heartily recommend to youth who want to know how they can be used of God in life and ministry, as well as to seasoned veteran pastors and missionaries who desire to finish well. - Jeff Demerly, ABWE Executive Director for Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa Kyle has chosen a topic that is much needed and can be of great help to all Christian workers. Since he has had many contacts with missionaries, pastors, and others serving Christ, he is well qualified to understand the importance of spiritual health in serving the Savior. He has given many thoughts to encourage and challenge the reader. I have known Kyle since his call into the ministry, followed him in his missionary endeavors, and believe he fully understands the necessity of a long and fruitful ministry. He is not only an example but wants others to follow that example. - Robert Farison, Pastor and Bible teacher The Apostle Peter was clear in his writings of the importance of being reminded of sound Biblical truths. Thank you, Kyle, for following Peter’s model in reminding your readers of the supreme importance of pursuing our walk with Jesus Christ as priority one. Any book that both challenges and convicts you regarding your walk with Christ is a worthy read. You are holding such a book in your hand. After 41 years of pastoral ministry it was a welcomed and needful reminder of cherishing and nourishing a God-centric life. - Jerry Pelfrey, Lead Pastor in Mason, Ohio (1985-present) Once the initial excitement and the perceived glamour of ministry has past, those ministering need to be reminded of their source and their purpose. Kyle wonderfully establishes a basis for ministry, a basis that is centered on God and His Word. God is at work in us more than we are at work for Him. Missionaries need Him more than God needs missionaries, and this truth will keep them effective in their chosen field of ministry. Kyle does a great job in reminding us all of these truths. This book is a much needed tool for all those seeking serve Him through sharing Christ with a lost and increasingly desperate world. - Dr. Desmond Venter, Grace Baptist Church, Amanzimtoti, South Africa Human hearts are tricky things. Knowing them and understanding them is a perpetual myst