“What wisdom would you like to share?” is the most important question I ask each of the overcomers I interview. I want to, and I believe others want to, know what each woman has learned as she journeyed through her
This little book really surprised me! I thought it might be just a nice list of things the author was thankful for, but it was so much more! I was so comforted and soothed as I read it and began to understand what it truly means to be grateful. While reading it, I intentionally went about my days trying to live in the moment and taking the time to be thankful for even the smallest things, “gifts”. I was amazed at the peace and comfort I experienced. This little book is such a blessing!
I like the word “SHHHH” LOL…anyway, my one word is Strength….it takes strength to get through life, problems, situations, and Shawn T Insanity workouts. Strength comes from perserverence.
And perspective comes with time and experience…not something we just wake up with. Wish we could get teenagers to realize that huh?! Strength-perspective-perserverence—a nice little triangle and each angle needs the other to stand.
WAIT. After reading the above my word is WAIT. I should have “Be still and know” tatooed on my arm. I want to move, act, react. And sometimes I need to WAIT and see what God is going to do. He is going to do what He is going to do NO MATTER what I do…so why do I scurry all over? I need to WAIT. Hard for me-especially with my kids. I don’t want to miss an oppoutunity, a chance, or some small kernal that will make a difference for them. They are becoming thier own people-especially my son. God is working in them and I need to WAIT and see what He is going to do. UGH. HARD!! But as I tell my kids-nothing worth doing is easy. And doing what HE wants us to do is ALWAYS worth doing. Love you mel. As usual-you got me !!!
…and is Jeff telling you to shhhh? LOL!! Good luck. I know Shane has been trying to “shhh” me for years!!! HAHAHA!!
Great review! I love this book and have gifted it to family and friends! My One Word is JOURNAL. Journaling a conversation with the Lord forces me to slow down and think my thoughts. I’ve come a long way since January. My One Word (MOW) really works to keep me focused on what I need to do… Which is journal!
Hi Mel! Thanks for the review. I haven’t read this book, but it sounds like a good one. And yes, I can see that Overcomer should be your word this year! Love you!
Super encouraging way to start my day Melony! This is a wonderful little book that I recommend to all. My small group did this video and study, and it was great – so comforting and encouraging as we ALL have, are, or will go through “this”. I memorized Max’s mantra and recite it to myself often. It’s just a little reminder that God is with me through any and everything. I encourage others to do the same …”you’ll get through this. It won’t be painless, it won’t be quick, but God will use this mess for good…
I agree with it..
One of my favorite quotes of his is
“God never said that the journey would be easy, but He did say that the arrival would be worthwhile.”
– Max Lucado
All things are possible with faith. I know for me I couldn’t of overcome anything with out him.
thank you Melony for sharing this. It is so important that we open our heart and are eyes and share what keeps us going.
with him all things are possible.
blessed