What Do You Think of Me? Why Do I Care?: Answers to the Big Questions of Life

“The sin that so easily entangles us all—living in light of what other people think of us. Ed Welch’s brilliant insights into this unavoidable struggle are exposed at a level that makes him a skillful surgeon of the heart. Welch invites us to re–examine the crux of the issue with a profound theology that is uniquely practical, informative, and gospel–centered. Working on the college campus where students live to impress other people, this book is now where I will turn to help pastor them through this struggle and embrace the fullness of the gospel that Welch so eloquently flushes out for us.”

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“As I read What Do You Think of Me? Why Do I Care?, I realized that it’s all about eyes. In a riveting, real–life, raw way, Ed Welch provides a spiritual eye exam. In language that captures the heart and soul of every human being who ever longed to be known and accepted, Ed shows us what’s normal, yet wrong, about our constant fear of the eyes of others. Then he gently, yet firmly, directs our gaze toward Jesus: all eyes on Jesus. That is the way of change. Finally, Ed points our focus onto others: they are our family who God equips us to love sacrificially. If you find that you’re always living squinty–eyed, focused only on what others think of you, then read Ed’s spiritual eye chart to see with clarity answers to your deepest questions about life and relationships.”

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“In What Do You Think of Me?, Ed Welch carefully, surgically, exposes people–pleasing for what it is. He lets it be ugly—all sin is ugly!—and offers a much more satisfying vision rooted in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Whether you are young or old (but especially if you are young) you would do well to give this book a read.”

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“The years between fifteen and twenty–five occasion most of the important decisions in our lives. Questions about sexuality, career choice, education, and marriage are usually answered during this decade. How do we help students and young adults connect with the truth of the gospel rather than running after affirmation from others who use cultural expectations as their guidelines? Ed Welch points to Jesus: ‘Jesus loved people more than he wanted to be loved by people. Jesus needed to love people more than he needed love from them.’ ”

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“Every time I am with Ed, I feel encouraged, listened to, challenged, and understood. This book does the same thing. He not only helps us deal with the major issues of life, but Ed brings Scripture alive to help us experience God’s best for our lives.”

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“This book is life–giving. And since God gives us limited years on his earth, it's a book for those who are young to read sooner rather than later! I wish I had this book forty years ago!”

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“Come have your desire for the love and praise of others re–ordered by this practical, well–written, and engaging book. By seeing God in his glory, and ourselves as bought with a price, we are freed to love others without the need to angle for their praise.”

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