No Is a Beautiful Word

Finally, somebody says what so many of us need to hear. Our most precious resource is time, and priorities are the way we decide how to spend our time. And that means having the heart and mind to say no. * Mark Horstman, cofounder, Manager Tools; author, The Effective Manager *Kevin Harney brings a fresh, creative, and long-overdue perspective on the power and importance of saying no. A must read for leaders and managers at all levels. * Shawn A. Stroud, colonel, US Army (retired) *Kevin lives what he leads. In this book, he guides us into the secret of saying yes to a meaningful life. * Adam T. Barr, pastor; author, Compassion without Compromise *Kevin’s gentle queries and challenging ideas helped me make adjustments to live into the power of thoughtful choosing. * Scott Bolinder, executive director, Institute for Bible Reading *Pure genius! Say yes to this delightful and insightful study of no. It may very well change your life! * Lee Strobel, author, The Case for Christ and The Case for Miracles *Reading this book has given us insight on how best to say no to others and also to each other without ruffling marital feathers. We have already put many of the nos to use, and they work! * Terry and Betsy Davis, Tri-California Events *This book has easily made my list of top ten leadership books of all-time. Kevin digs into the issue that will have the greatest impact on your ability to maximize this one life. * Greg Kelley, CEO, World Mission *This book is a critical read for anyone who struggles with busyness. It will inspire and encourage you to say yes to what really matters. * Bob Bouwer, senior pastor, Faith Church; author, U-Turn Church *This book is easy to read, it’s fun to read, and it hits so close to home. I’m innately terrible at saying no, but Kevin’s chapters have convinced me I can be saved! I highly recommend it. * John Grooters, director, writer, producer, Tortured for Christ—The Movie *This book reclaims the power of the most underappreciated word in the English language. This is a training manual on how to focus your life and priorities on the things that matter most. * Joshua Ryan Butler, pastor, Redemption Church; author, The Skeletons in God’s Closet *This outstanding book is really not about saying no. It’s about saying yes to what matters most. A gracious no is the gateway to purpose and priority. * Jeff Manion, senior pastor, Ada Bible Church; author, The Land Between *What an incredible book! After reading it, I found I had more time for Jesus. * Mark Risley, CEO and owner, Peninsula Sports *

Kevin G. Harney serves at Shoreline Community Church in Monterey, California. He is the author of many books and studies, including Organic Outreach for Ordinary People, Seismic Shifts, and Reckless Faith.