"God is great. God is good." A simple prayer. A child's prayer. But this is the building block to what author Steven Furtick calls "audacious faith" in his book *Sun Stand Still.*
The premise of his book comes from the Old Testament story of Joshua and the taking of Jericho. Joshua had faith-an "audacious faith"- and he prayed an impossible prayer that only God could answer. That is the type of prayer life we are to have as Christians.
The author uses many stories and examples in a conversation style of writing to get his point across. Furtick's writings are not mired in a deep theological discussion, rather he provides plenty of scriptural references for further research and study. He calls the audience to become prayer warriors through an "audacious faith" and Sun Stand Still prayers.
I would diffidently recommend this book to new believers, need-a-jump-start believers, and die-hard believers. Really any believer will find nuggets of truth that speak to the heart. If nothing else find out the meaning to an "audacious faith."
So pick up a copy of the book. And begin your journey of deepening your faith and praying a Sun Stand Still prayer. Your world will never be the same.
"I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review."
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Monday, December 20, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Wonderful Children's Book
When my children were young they would say "how much do you love me?" This vividly illustrated book plays off this saying by asking God "how much do you love me?" Author Dandi Daley Mackall has done a wonderful job in relaying a timely message in simple rhyming text. Makes a great read for your children or grandchildren. It will warm your heart as well to remember how much God loves us.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Church Library Book Review
"Her Daughter's Dream" by Francine Rivers is the second book in the two book series and continues with story of Hilde's daughter and granddaughter, May Flower Dawn. Dawn realizes there is something going on between her mother and her grandmother and tries to bring the two together before the birth of her own daughter.
A story that looks at relationships not only between families and mothers and daughters but also our relationship with God. A must read book!
A story that looks at relationships not only between families and mothers and daughters but also our relationship with God. A must read book!
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