Losing the Cape: The Power of Ordinary in a World of Superheroes

Review "We all want to contribute to something meaningful in this life, but we're not born superheroes.  Through Biblical narrative, fresh writing, and great storytelling, Dan Stanford shows us how we can change the world right where we are."Carey Nieuwhof, Founding Pastor, Connexus ChurchPoignantly written with a creative ease, author Dan Stanford brings to life the realities we wrestle with. Without superpowers available, Dan yet guides us to where our help comes from, and it's strikingly nearer than we think. Losing the Cape will capture your attention and equip you to conquer the villains in your own world. Dr. Wayne CordeiroNew Hope Christian CollegeMost of us do not see ourselves as any kind of hero. This book by Dan Stanford lifts our sights and stirs us up to believe we actually have the potential to be extraordinary. With personal, endearing examples and the solid support of Scripture, Dan calls every one of us to lean into the power available to us and to soar. The Superhero theme makes this a fun and captivating read. Nancy BeachLeadership Coach, Slingshot GroupAuthor of An Hour on Sunday and Gifted to Lead: The Art of Leading as a Woman in the Church"This is an important book. In a world obsessed with celebrity I'm afraid churches have also succumbed. Dan points us back to the truth that God has always deeply used ordinary people, and that ordinary may be one of the most theologically rich words we have."  Nancy Ortberg, Author of Looking for God: An Unexpected Journey Through Tattoos, Tofu and Pronouns"Funny, vulnerable and wise. Dan offers up a humble and heroic invitation to what it means to be human."-Andrew Bauman, author of Stumbling Towards Wholeness: How the Love of God Changes UsI don't know about you, but I've always wanted to be an ordinary person who is living an extraordinary life.  With creativity, humor, and insight Dan reignites that dream in me! God specializes in using 'non-super hero' types to show that his power works best in available, humble, and surrendered people. This book will inspire you to be all three.Mike BreauxFinally! This is the book you've been looking for to help you break free from the chains of always trying to measure up. Losing the Cape doesn't guilt you into trying to be and do more but rather invites you to recognize who you already are. Each page contains truths that explode in your mind with a "Pow!" and a "Bang!"-J. D. Myers, author of Nothing but the Blood of Jesus and Bible teacher on The One Verse PodcastLosing the Cape calls to the soul-deep longing for purpose and significance we all have. Dan Stanford paints a hopeful picture of how God can divinely use us and whatever small gifts or acts of service we can offer to be a hero to this hurting world. His practical ideas will empower and embolden each of us to step out in faith and change our corner of the planet.--Dorcas Cheng-Tozun, Christianity Today contributor, Inc.com columnist, and author of Start, Love, Repeat: How to Stay in Love with Your Entrepreneur in a Crazy Start-up World How to be a hero when you?re feeling anything but superDespite all the superhero hype, the problems and pain in our world aren?t going away. In fact, it often feels like the threats just keep coming. But the good news is that God has placed you here for such a time as this. And the even better news? You don?t have to get rid of your anxiety, debt, speech impediment, extra weight, health issues, disability-or any other weakness-to be used by God. What this world actually needs is less-than-super people making small but significant differences in their own corners of the world. Through inspiring stories from the Bible and his own life, Dan Stanford demonstrates that with God availability is more important than ability. Losing the Cape is an invitation to start making the world a better place through your ordinary, everyday presence. From the Back Cover Do you ever wish you could be the superher