Everywhere Holy: Seeing Beauty, Remembering Your Identity, and Finding God Right Where You Are by Kara Lawler

Everywhere Holy: Seeing Beauty, Remembering Your Identity, and Finding God Right Where You Are

by 

Kara Lawler

About:

Popular writer and blogger Kara Lawler shows women how to embrace the sacred in mundane, ordinary life–and in the process, discover  themselves.

Life doesn’t have to be lived on grand mountaintops for it to be meaningful. We can see God at work right where we are: in our ordinary and mundane routines, in the faces of our family and friends, and–especially–in nature.

Kara Lawler speaks to the hearts of those who find themselves lost in the midst of their chaotic schedules and weary attempts to be all that is expected of them. Everywhere Holy addresses our deepest struggles, including:

• How to feel joy, despite depression and anxiety
• Dealing with hardships and understanding unconditional love
• How to view life as an adventure, even when that feels too hard
• How to feel more connected, more grateful, and more at peace

In beautiful prose, Lawler describes the unique sacredness found in God’s creation and offers 15 inspiring insights for cultivating it day-to-day. She encourages you to make this lifestyle change through the observance of small acts. In so doing, you will discover a holy space that honors God and the life you’ve been given–and will discover yourself and your unique place in the holy that is everywhere, whether it’s in the woods behind your house or in the face of a stranger on a bus in a busy city. No matter where you are, there is holy free for the taking.

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 My Thoughts:

Everywhere Holy by Kara Lawler is about the presence of God in the ordinary. The reader is able to see beauty in the ordinary of life as we seek our identity in the presence of the Lord. This message of your true identity in Christ, is for all believers. 

I feel that Kara writes more towards females, specifically mothers. This book is meant for anyone, but she really speaks to the heart of women. Her book is a conversation style type of writing, which makes you feel that you're sitting down at a coffee shop with her, discussing life. I love this style of writing because the reader is invited into the bigger story. She is real about her struggle with finding her identity, but invites the reader to go on a journey as she leads with vulnerably. Don't miss this book! You will really enjoy the journey and the read.

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The Shift: Courageously Moving from Season to Season by Keion Henderson

The Shift: Courageously Moving from Season to Season

by 

Keion Henderson

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Discover a renewed sense of your purpose and the courage to move from what it is to what can be.
Albert Einstein once said, "Problems cannot be solved with the same mind-set that created them." To resolve our problems and deal with our mistakes, we must be willing to be transformed by God's process of healing and strengthening.
We have a tendency to think of our present situation in polarizing terms: good or bad, up or down. Due to the seasonal nature of our life experiences, this is an easy trap for many of us. We overlook the fact that there are transition times, such as the season between graduation and the amazing job; between divorce and remarriage; between the failure and the success.
THE SHIFT explores the ways we can survive the seasons in between with the courage that comes only when you're sure of God's purpose for your life.

My Thoughts:

The Shift is the perfect book for this season, especially as we are living in difficult times, never before have we experienced a pandemic that is affecting the very nature of our everyday life. This book was released at the perfect time. How we deal with different seasons and walk through them; is exactly what The Shift is about. 

The Shift: Courageously Moving From Season To Season provides the reader with insights and practical advice on exercising grace in the shifts of seasons. With insights from the Bible and also real life stories, this book allows the reader to to find the book relatable. 

This book breaths life and training for the reader as we walk through seasons that shift. This is the best book for the season that the world is living in. I highly recommend picking up a copy today. 

About the Author:

Keion Henderson's life-changing words have inspired audiences around the world to take action. As a global entrepreneur, he is passionate about developing leaders, organizations and teams for optimal success. Keion is founder of the annual L3: Lift, Lead and Learn Conference and Business Lab, a global coaching and accelerator program for entrepreneurs, corporate and ministry leaders. As an international speaker, he travels the world to share proven strategies for business and leadership development.

He is recognized as a CNN Heroes Award nominee and John Maxwell's Top 250 Leaders. Keion is the Senior Pastor of The Lighthouse Church where he gives leadership to more than 10,000 members. His greatest joy is being a father to his daughter, Katelyn Henderson.

It's Not Over by Joshua Gagnon

IT’S NOT OVER

About It’s Not Over: Leaving Behind Disappointment and Learning to Dream Again

Paperback: 224 pages

Publisher: Thomas Nelson (February 25, 2020)

Disappointed with your life? Worried you’ll never achieve your dreams? Don’t be discouraged; it’s not over!

As children, we dream of someday being a superhero or an astronaut, a parent or a business owner, an actress or a sports star. The more outrageous the dream, the more sure we are that it will happen! Yet as we mature, hardships, hurts, and failures chip away at our dreams. Our past longings can seem like the naive wishes of childhood instead of the foundation of the life we were meant to live.

In It’s Not Over, pastor Joshua Gagnon, founder of the Next Level Church network, reminds us that we were born to dream—and to dream big. In fact, our dreams have the power to shape our lives. Join Joshua in discovering the answers to these questions and many more:

• How does dreaming help you discover your purpose?
• How do you identify whether a dream is even worth chasing?
• How do you overcome resistance, criticism, and doubt?
• How do you pray bold prayers when you don’t feel like praying at all?
• How do you finish strong on the journey toward your dream?

If you find yourself minimizing your dreams or feeling defeated by inner or outer resistance, there is good news: it’s not over! As long as you have breath in your lungs, God has a dream for you to chase. It’s what you were created for. And you can start today.

My Thoughts:

It's Not Over is the perfect book for anyone who has a God size dream in their heart. Whether the dream is something new or you've given up on your dream, this book is for you. The size of your dream doesn't matter, but as long as it comes from the heart of God, it will come into fruition. 

With practical advice, this book will have the reader nodding their head and highlighting paragraphs. This book is simple, yet thought provoking for the reader. I found myself thinking about my God size dream and asking myself questions, as I read through this book. It gave me practical advice on how I can pursue my God-given dream, especially in a difficult time in our world, where we are focused on COVID-19. This book brought me life and encouragement. I highly recommend picking up a copy today.

Purchase Links

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About Joshua Gagnon

Joshua Gagnon is the founding and lead pastor of Next Level Church, regularly recognized as one of the fastest growing churches in America. He is known for his uniquely authentic communication style that makes the hope found in Jesus relevant to people of every background. He and his wife, Jennifer, raise their two sons in New Hampshire.

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The Happy Camper by Melody Carlson

The Happy Camper

by 

Melody Carlson

About:

Home is the place to heal, right? At least, that's what Dillon Michaels is hoping as she leaves her disappointing career and nonstarter love life behind to help her grieving and aging grandfather on his small Oregon farm. The only problem? Her eccentric mother beat her there and has taken over Dillon's old room. After a few nights sleeping on a sagging sofa, Dillon is ready to give up, until she receives an unlikely gift--her grandfather's run-down vintage camp trailer, which she quickly resolves to restore with the help of Jordan Atwood, the handsome owner of the local hardware store.

But just when things are finally beginning to run smoothly, Dillon's noncommittal ex-boyfriend shows up with roses . . . and a ring.

My Thoughts:

The Happy Camper is an adorable book that I could not put down. I love author, Melody Carlson. She writes a fantastic, delightful and light novel. The Happy Camper has all the elements that I love in a book. The main character Dillon is a go-getter and has the attitude of "I can get it done." She is determined more then ever to DIY a vintage trailer. In the process of making her trailer into something that is functional, she learns that the previous life she led, was not all that she had thought it to be. She also meets Jordan Atwood who helps her transform her trailer. Her trailer isn't the only thing that is changed by Jordan, but her heart. 

This book has the romance, laughter, family and faith elements that every reader wants to read. I was able to read this book quick because it was so light and adorable. If you're looking for a light read, that is fun and has a side of romance, order your copy today of The Happy Camper. You will not be disappointed. 

About the Author:

Melody Carlson is the award-winning author of over 200 books with sales of more than 7 million, including many bestselling Christmas novellas, young adult titles, and contemporary romances. She received a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award in the inspirational market for her many books, including Finding Alice. She and her husband live in central Oregon. Learn more at www.melodycarlson.com

Eat. Pie. Love.: 52 Devotions to Satisfy Your Mind, Body, and Soul by Tara Royer Steele

Eat. Pie. Love.: 52 Devotions to Satisfy Your Mind, Body, and Soul

by 

Tara Royer Steele

About:

1 dash of love + 1 heaping scoop of grace = life sweeter than pie
  Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Money is tight. Schedules are demanding. You’re facing a deadline at work, and your love life is on the back burner.

Eat. Pie. Love. serves 52 days of powerful Scripture, heartening devotions, and reflective questions designed to satisfy your spirit. With easy-to-follow recipes and quirky illustrations sprinkled throughout, this devotional will encourage you to hang on when life gets tough.               

God uses the sweet and salty experiences of life to bake a beautiful story of grace, hope, and love. Learn to embrace his plan for you and find the courage to keep showing up with Eat. Pie. Love

My Thoughts:

Eat. Pie. Love. is the most adorable devotional! This little devotional is jammed pack with truth, laughter, so don't let the size of this book fool you! Packed with scripture to ponder, mouth watering recipes, this devotional is sure to lead you close to the heart of God. I love the colors, pictures and quotes in this book. It is a perfect size for the table next to your bed or in your work bag for a lunch break. Grab a copy today, this is the cutest!