Confidence Without Conceit

Dale Galloway, a pastor with deep experience in church growth, tackles a tension that secular self-help rarely acknowledges: the difference between healthy confidence and ego-driven pride. His answer is rooted in identity in Christ, arguing that genuine self-assurance flows from knowing who you are before God, not from performance or achievement. The pastoral voice keeps it practical, and he addresses self-doubt and fear of failure with real empathy. The main caveat is context: published in 1989 and now out of print, the book shows its age beside more recent Christian self-help titles, and independent reviews are scarce. For readers who appreciate a faith-grounded approach and can source a used copy, it remains a thoughtful entry in its genre.