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One of today’s most promising new Christian writers explores the thrilling possibilities of God’s everlasting love.
God’s Joyful Surprise: Finding Yourself Loved
Pinned on January 1, 2013 at 11:20 pm by Ashley King
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A new kind of relationship with God Having read Sue Monk Kidd’s two novels, “The Secret Life of Bees” and “The Mermaid Chair” and having enjoyed them a lot, I was eager to know more about the author herself. This is her first book which was published in 1987, and it tells about a portion of her spiritual journey. She was a young woman who was all too typical of today, a person who tried to be perfect in every aspect of her life. She rushed around baking homemade cookies for every event imaginable, being in charge of several events and ministries in her church, and trying to be the perfect wife and mother. She tried to earn God’s love by being the best that she could be and by constantly doing good works. As a result, she wore herself out and began having physical symptoms of the stress she was under. She learned the hard way that it was better to be in fellowship with God rather than rush around earning his favor by works. This is the story of her metamorphosis from an over-stressed wife, mother, and church worker to a true daughter of God who learned to slow down, accept God’s love and revel in his presence. There is much to be learned in this book by all Christians who wish to have a closer walk with God.
Perfect Timing Sue Monk Kidd has a knack of stating in precise, clear language the words you want to hear about your relationship with God. Not only that, everything in the book is instantly recognizable as some point in your own life. Her style is easy to read, much like a chat over tea, and you will find yourself wishing for more pages. Highly recommended for anyone looking to deepen their relationship with the Creator.