Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World

Action is defined not just as movement but as meaningful behavior that demonstrates love and faith. Actions in the book are the practical manifestations of one's beliefs and intentions. Throughout the work, Goff emphasizes that actions—often simple, sometimes whimsical—have the power to change lives, including one's own. He encourages moving from passive faith to active engagement with the world.

Authenticity refers to the genuine expression of one's self and faith. Goff argues against living a life that is merely performative or superficially religious. Instead, he advocates for a life that is lived “out loud,” marked by genuine interactions and truth to one's convictions. Authenticity is a recurring theme as Goff shares personal stories where sincerity wins over pretense.

Dreams in Love Does are aspirations or ambitions that inspire action. Goff presents dreams as God-given prompts that invite individuals to pursue a larger purpose. He emphasizes that dreams should lead to action and that by pursuing one’s dreams, individuals can partake in the greater narrative that God has for humanity.