Free Me from Me: Escaping the Maze of Self-Centeredness by Embracing a God-Centered Life

ECPA BESTSELLER • Experience the peace that comes from centering your life around God, freeing yourself from the burden of self-centered stress.“Ryan Wekenman is a trusted voice for anyone hoping to deepen their self-awareness and become a stronger person of faith.”—Annie F. Downs, New York Times bestselling author of That Sounds FunDo you ever feel like it’s your job to hold the whole world together? Are you tired of overthinking every social interaction or worrying that you’re not enough? In Free Me from Me, Ryan Wekenman invites you on a transformative journey from the shackles of self-centeredness to a life centered on God.Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, Wekenman reveals how living with self at the center creates unrelenting pressure he calls the “me-maze,” while placing Christ at the center brings true rest for the soul. This journey is not about bashing yourself; it’s about unlocking your immense potential as a human created in the image of God.With humor and honesty, Wekenman explores the theological, psychological, and cultural reasons behind our self-centered tendencies. He encourages us to let go of the weight we were never meant to carry with this simple yet powerful prayer: Lord, free me from me.If you’re struggling to escape the pressures of modern life, Free Me from Me will help you embrace the peace, purpose, and joy waiting for you when you remember that God is at the center of the story and that you can find rest for your soul. Read more