Name: A life of purpose
Uploaded: 2006-07-18T00:11:00Z
Duration: 20 min 48 s
Description: Pastor Rick Warren, author of "The Purpose-Driven Life," reflects on his own crisis of purpose in the wake of his book's wild success. He explains his belief that God's intention is for each of us to use our talents and influence to do good.

Pastor Rick Warren, author of "The Purpose-Driven Life," reflects on his own crisis of purpose in the wake of his book's wild success. He explains his belief that God's intention is for each of us to use our talents and influence to do good.

Rick Warren: A life of purpose

A life of purpose

Discovering life's purpose transcends status and wealth, found instead in serving and using one's unique talents for good.

Materialism's grip loosens with generosity. Living on less, the speaker and spouse reverse tithe, giving 90%, keeping 10%.

Influence's true purpose is advocating for the voiceless. The speaker uses his to address global issues like poverty and disease.