Contact: Eric J. Hagood, 908-938-5187, ejhagood@yahoo.com

PISCATAWAY, N.J., June 21, 2013 /Christian Newswire/ -- Greatness! No doubt one of our world's favorite buzzwords. Many call themselves great and believe they walk in a measure of greatness. In fact, others have even affirmed this quality in them. The truth, however, is that greatness is rather loosely used and is often erroneously ascribed to many. What is God's perspective on greatness? Dr. Eric J. Hagood's new book, The Heart of Greatness, answers that question from a godly perspective while looking at the lives of seven remarkable individuals who have demonstrated the true essence of greatness in their own lives.

The premise of The Heart of Greatness is that God's intent for all humanity is threefold: God created us and calls us to 1) produce greatness through our efforts, we influence and aid others in becoming great individuals, 2) live a life of true greatness, and 3) maintain a life of true greatness.

The real blessing to us, though, lies in the fact that at various times God uses individuals to instruct us, guide us, and correct us as we ourselves endeavor to be the very best we can be. These individuals come in various forms: mentors, relatives, friends, teachers, and leaders (religious, political, community), who speak into our lives and feed us in different ways. Their roles may be different, but they all serve a divine purpose. In short, according to God's will and plan, these individuals become resources who help to nurture, grow, and develop us into the people God desires us to be. He uses people to do His will; and when they do, they help to make us better.

Eric J. Hagood is a fresh voice on the Christian scene. Dr. Hagood is a leader, teacher, preacher, author, mentor, consultant, and advocate. He is founder of Eric Hagood Ministries in Central New Jersey. A ministry that is both practical and relevant, it focuses on positively impacting lives for the Kingdom of God. Through the use of various media, it equips and empowers individuals with knowledge and resources to help them live their best lives. Dr. Hagood holds a Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers University, a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and an earned Doctor of Ministry from Drew University Theological School.

The Heart of Greatness, by Eric J. Hagood, 160 pages, PB, $12.99, ejhagood@yahoo.com, ISBN: 978-158169-440-6 Published by Evergreen Press christian-publishing.net (2013), Distributed by Ingram: www.ingrambook.com and Amazon.com.