Stumbling Into Grace by Lisa Harper

In this engaging book, Lisa Harper shares her heart, life, and insight with readers. The subtitle of the book, “Confessions of a Sometimes Spiritually Clumsy Woman” is so fitting. This book is written in a real, let’s sit down and chat sort of conversational style. Harper is real and has no problem sharing personal stories – even some less than flattering ones! Using stories as a way to introduce Biblical concepts, Harper writes in such a way that really pulls the reader in to what she is trying to say. The book is divided into three sections: real life, real gifts, and real growth. She ends the chapters with a prayer, questions for personal reflection and/or group discussion, and a journal entry prompt. Through this, it is apparent that Harper wants the reader to really engage and internalize what she is saying. This is more than just a book to read. It’s truth to sink in. To change. To transform. I thorough enjoyed reading this book and felt that I had left a good, funny conversation with Harper.

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Cure for the Common Life by Max Lucado

In Cure for the Common Life, Lucado encourages readers to leave behind ordinary and pursue their sweet spot. Through analyzing your past, considering your S.T.O.R.Y., and making a big deal out of God, you can cure the common life. This book was interesting to read and causes the reader to challenge the status quo. A sweet spot discovery guide is included as well as helpful insights to decode your kid’s code. This book would be a good read for anyone who feels stuck in the day-to-day aspects of life.

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Life, In Spite of Me: Extraordinary Hope After a Fatal Choice by Kristen Anderson

Life, In Spite of Me was a gripping story of Kristen Anderson’s journey through life, attempted suicide, and the restoration brought through the grace and work of God. Anderson grabs the reader with her story, actively drawing them in to her experiences. Through it all, God is exalted and His redemptive work is exemplified. This is a great book to read, but be aware it deals with a very serious topic – attempted suicide.

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review, but the opinions expressed in this post are mine.

Every Single Woman's Battle

Every Single Woman’s Battle: Guarding Your Heart and Mind Against Sexual and Emotional Compromise was an easy to read book about a challenging topic. Best done with a small group, this book tackled a hard subject and Ethridge did not shy away from asking the hard questions. Readers should approach this book with an open mind and a willingness to evaluate their thoughts and actions when it comes to sexual and emotional compromise. A compilation of quotes from Every Woman’s Battle and Every Man’s Battle are included throughout and wisdom is graciously shared. Please be aware that this is a workbook.

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review, but the opinions expressed in this post are mine.

Untamed: How the Wild Side of Jesus Frees Us to Live and Love with Abandon by Lisa Harper

In this book, Harper considers the ways in which our Savior is wildly: redemptive, unsettling, devoted, tough, compelling, pro-women, confident, confrontational, unconventional, attentive, faithful, fearsome, and liberating. Whew! What a good read this book was! If you’re ready to be stretched and to have your “normal” view of God expanded, pick up this book. At times I felt that the language used was a little too modern (it seemed like a stretch in an effort to sound cool), but overall I liked the book.

Please note: I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review, but the opinions expressed in this post are mine.

The Waiting Place: Learning to Appreciate Life’s Little Delays by Eileen Button

Eileen Button may be one of the best story tellers I have ever encountered. The way she draws the reader in and creates dynamic, vivid word pictures is astounding. I found myself time and time again feeling like I was there, right in the middle of whatever scene she was describing or the story she was recounting. The Waiting Place covered a variety of “waiting” seasons people often encounter. This book was easy and enjoyable to read and really gave me a lot to think about and contemplate. We’re all waiting for something, aren’t we? I will certainly be recommending this book to my friends.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”