Wrestling for My Life: The Legend, the Reality, and the Faith of a WWE Superstar

Shawn Michaels · David Thomas

Feb 2015 · HarperChristian + ORM

About this ebook

As a WWE wrestler with millions of fans, Shawn Michaels had adulation and all the attention he could ask for, but he found himself longing for something more. When he became a committed Christian at the height of his career, Shawn learned what it's like to be a man of faith in a secular arena.

Wrestling for My Life documents Shawn's journey to finding a new way of life--one that's marked by faith, family, and forgiveness.

As you watch Shawn's testimony unfold, you'll learn about:

• The power of self-discipline
• The importance of finding a supportive mentor who challenges you to be the best version of yourself
• The freedom that's found in true forgiveness

Praise for Wrestling for My Life:

"Shawn's greatest challenge came from deep within himself, and it's been awe-inspiring to watch this man pull himself from the depths of his own personal hell by immersing himself in his faith in God. I couldn't be more amazed at the man, husband, father, and friend he has become." —The Undertaker

"I am certain that you will enjoy getting to know Shawn Michaels from the pages within as much as I have in his everyday life. If you read one book this year, make it this one" —Pastor Matthew Hagee

"Shawn's story is an important reminder of life's priorities and how we choose to use our given gifts. While I work with Shawn outside of the wrestling world, I can still strongly attest to his perseverance, passion, and humility. These pages offer an inside look into how he found strength for better change." —Jeff Wayne, Executive Vice President Programming of Outdoor Channel

Ratings and reviews

Allow me to preface by saying I have been and am an enormous Shawn Michaels/ wrestling fan basically most of my life. I am 30 years old and watched him and the WWF/E throughout my childhood, adolescence and into my adulthood. I knew of shawn's faith and was aware it would be touched on in this book. But after his interviews with Jim Ross and Steve Austin, I was led to believe the Christian theme in this book would not be overbearing. It was. Every chapter began, ended or kept a heavy overtone of god throughout and I thought it was a bit much, personally. But it was well written and other than it being a really fast read, I thought it was well put together. If god/jesus doesn't work you up, it's a real good story of Shawn's journey into religion and his path to continually become a better man through his faith. Although if you take God out of it, you could read it in an hour.

I connect with Shawn alot on the effect and confusion that one has after being saved. But I love that he points out that he has had his rough times spiritually. But he knows God and his son Yeshua will provide. You are put on this earth to make a difference.

I enjoyed this book because HBK does an excellent job of comparing the character he used to play, and the changes he's made to be the man that he is today. Great read

About the author

In 2010, Shawn Michaels retired from the WWE after a successful run of over twenty years in the ring. A native of San Antonio, TX, Shawn officially became a part of the WWF (now the WWE) in 1988. An eleven-time winner of Pro Wrestling Illustrated and WWE’s Match of the Year Award, Michaels has been blessed enough to be the WWE World Champion, World Heavyweight Champion, Royal Rumble winner (twice), Intercontinental Champion, World Tag Team Champion along with many other noteworthy accolades. He also has compiled list of memorable nicknames that fans across the world associate with his career in the WWE, including: The Heartbreak Kid, The Showstopper, The Headliner, The Main Event, The Icon and Mr. Wrestlemania.

In addition to his wrestling career, Shawn continues his work in the area of Christian ministry working with various churches, charities and organizations which allow him the opportunity to the spread and advance of the gospel. Since his retirement from the WWE, Shawn has turned his focus toward spending more time with his wife and kids, while hosting Shawn Michaels MacMillan River Adventures television show on the Outdoor Channel. Shawn currently lives on his ranch in west Texas with his wife Rebecca and their two children, Cameron and Cheyenne.

Website: www.theshawnmichaels.com

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