We have a way of making Christian concepts complicated, and Elisabeth has a way of untying the knots with grace."--Ruth Bell Graham
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Jan 10, 2010
Barb
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This is the second time I've read this book. Ironically, I pulled
it from my shelf looking for "comfort" words, instead of words like "God included the hardships of my life in His original plan. Nothing takes Him by surprise. Nothing is for nothing. His plan is to make me holy, and hardship is indispensable for that as long as I live in this hard old world. All I have to do is accept it." I forgot how practical Elliot is, and true to God's word, and unyielding on the dy More...
it from my shelf looking for "comfort" words, instead of words like "God included the hardships of my life in His original plan. Nothing takes Him by surprise. Nothing is for nothing. His plan is to make me holy, and hardship is indispensable for that as long as I live in this hard old world. All I have to do is accept it." I forgot how practical Elliot is, and true to God's word, and unyielding on the dy More...
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Feb 04, 2010
Laurie
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Favorite quotes:
"Acceptance of my circumstances, the first step in obtaining joy and peace, begins with faith." p. 30
"Psalm 16:5 is one of my life verses...'Lord, you have assigned me my portion and my cup and have made my lot secure.' My 'lot' is what happens to me -- my share of that which comes by the will of the Power that rules my destiny. My lot includes the circumstances of my birth, my upbringing, my job, my hardships, the people I work with, my mar More...
"Acceptance of my circumstances, the first step in obtaining joy and peace, begins with faith." p. 30
"Psalm 16:5 is one of my life verses...'Lord, you have assigned me my portion and my cup and have made my lot secure.' My 'lot' is what happens to me -- my share of that which comes by the will of the Power that rules my destiny. My lot includes the circumstances of my birth, my upbringing, my job, my hardships, the people I work with, my mar More...
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Aug 27, 2008
Mikejencostanzo
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About a week ago, a friend brought by some books that she was giving away for Mike and I to look through. Never one to resist the offer of free books, I took a couple that looked good, and started reading one of them right away -- Be Still My Soul by Elisabeth Ellliot. As soon as I started reading it, I knew that the book was a gift from the Lord. I even went ahead and wrote "to Jennifer" on the front flap, because I knew God had hand-picked the book just for me, and divinely arrang
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Jun 09, 2009
Barbara
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Absolutely wonderful quick read by one of my most favorite authors. She has so much wisdom; I always learn new, pertinent truths from her.
Oct 03, 2009
Jaclynn
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With this book Elisabeth gave me some clarity and showed me how to give up all the turmoil to the Lord and experience the peace He wants for me.
Jul 22, 2008
Stacy
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I love the way she writes and expresses her intimate relationship with Christ...it challenges me. I love her boldness and the wisdom she has been given.
Feb 06, 2008
Elimoore
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A great devotional. Elisabeth Elliott is a steadfast, faithful voice in the midst of such banality. Wisdom abounds.
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