53 pages • 1 hour read
Bob GoffLove Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Love Does by Bob Goff is a series of reflective anecdotes demonstrating how Goff interprets and practices his Christian faith through action and love, drawing from his diverse life experiences as an attorney, diplomat, and non-profit founder. Each chapter presents a vignette from Goff's life, urging a proactive, joyful approach to living out one's beliefs through simple acts of kindness and faith.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Bob Goff's Love Does receives praise for its inspirational anecdotes and engaging, conversational style that motivates readers to live active, love-filled lives. Critics, however, note that the book can sometimes feel disjointed and overly simplistic. Overall, it's seen as a heartfelt, enthusiasm-driven read that encourages taking action and embracing life's adventures.
Who Should Read Love Does?
A reader who enjoys Love Does by Bob Goff is typically drawn to inspirational true stories and Christian-themed personal growth. Similar audiences might enjoy books like The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren and The Shack by William P. Young, which also explore faith, love, and living with purpose.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Christian literature
Self Help
Inspirational
Religion / Spirituality
Self Discovery
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Society: Community