walking by faith, serving in love: 16 practices for growing in the grace of god

In Walking by Faith, Serving in Love, Jimmy Walker provides sixteen practical ways we can grow in our faith and serve others who are in need.

Everyone who’s anyone knows Jimmy Walker. The long list of world-class athletes, actors, musicians, CEOs, and political leaders who sing his praises all say variations of the same thing: He’s among the most enthusiastic, relational, determined, and passionately generous people they’ve ever met.

As much as Jimmy appreciates his friendships with such shining stars, in Walking by Faith, Serving in Love, he shines a spotlight on the brightest star of all--the most important Person he has ever encountered: his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

And while these pages include a bevy of behind-the-scenes anecdotes featuring celebrities Jimmy has known during decades as a business leader and charity influencer, center stage belongs to the God whose love, grace, and mercy continue to sustain and guide him.

As Jimmy unfolds the highs and lows of his faith journey, you’ll be inspired by:

• his reluctant six-week commitment that grew into a lifelong spiritual adventure
• the depth of peace and purpose he has experienced by walking with God
• the divine comfort and strength he and his wife, Nancy, relied on as they endured the tragic loss of their son, Scott, to an accidental overdose
• his wisdom-laden perspective on the essential ingredient in true ＂greatness＂
• . . . and much more.

Get ready to be both entertained and deeply moved, and most of all to receive a life-affirming dose of encouragement, as Jimmy winsomely shares his faith in Christ and its profound impact on his momentous and memorable life.

Jimmy Walker is the president of Jimmy Walker Ltd. He is a regular guy with many extraordinary friends. His list of clients include numerous well-known businesspeople, professional athletes, and entertainers.

In 1974, Jimmy was the majority owner of the Phoenix Racquets in World Team Tennis. He made headlines by signing Chris Evert, the #1 tennis player in the world. In 1986, Jimmy became a limited partner in the Phoenix Suns basketball team and later was instrumental in selecting key investors for the Major League Baseball expansion team, the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Jimmy collaborated with Muhammad Ali and Andrea Bocelli, along with David Foster and Reba McEntire, to create one of America’s and Europe’s biggest annual events while giving away ＄100 million to charity. He is a master at building and sustaining relationships.

After the heartbreaking loss of his son, Scott, to an accidental overdose, Jimmy and his family developed seven nonprofit Christian sober living homes.

Jimmy lives in Phoenix, Arizona, with his wife, Nancy. They enjoy spending time with their daughters and grandchildren.