The simple plot did not really keep me interested in this book, but I kept reading because at a point I was mesmerized by the picture it painted of a...moreThe simple plot did not really keep me interested in this book, but I kept reading because at a point I was mesmerized by the picture it painted of a person's intimate relationship with God (and working through issues to get there). I kind of equate this book to the song, "I Can Only Imagine" by Mercy Me. This is one person's perspective on how it might or should be. I enjoyed this creative perspective, because it helped me to try to capture the essence of the Trinity.
I've heard/read some controversy over some of the theology in The Shack, and although I am no theologian, but I would certainly alert the believer who reads to do it with discernment, because it could throw you off. I think we should always turn to the true source straight from God (the Bible) if we are searching for answers. I still think The Shack was worth the read because there is no doubt about it's message of God's love, redemption, grace, sovereignty, and our essential need for Him.(less)
For the people pleaser like me, this book has great instruction on how to feel good about setting limits! Highly recommended...it's been years since I...moreFor the people pleaser like me, this book has great instruction on how to feel good about setting limits! Highly recommended...it's been years since I read it and probably need to read it again as a refresher.(less)
I really think he's got something here with this birth order thing. The concept is interesting...but obviously there are other forces at play that mak...moreI really think he's got something here with this birth order thing. The concept is interesting...but obviously there are other forces at play that make us who we are. The initial chapters captivated me, and then I got bored and put the book down.(less)
Dave Ramsey's teaching about personal finance is excellent, however, this book is pretty much verbatim from the video series. It was helpful to read a...moreDave Ramsey's teaching about personal finance is excellent, however, this book is pretty much verbatim from the video series. It was helpful to read along after seeing the video each week, but a bit boring to read since he even uses the same jokes in the book that he does in the video. Sometimes humor delivered live doesn't come across the same way on paper, you know?(less)
Makes tons of sense! Whenever we have 'issues', it seems to come back this! Little did I know when I read it in college with my husband to be that we...moreMakes tons of sense! Whenever we have 'issues', it seems to come back this! Little did I know when I read it in college with my husband to be that we would attend the church where Dr. Chapman is a pastor!(less)
Don't know if this counts as already read, but definitely already listened to! DH and I listened to this in its entirety (27 hours?) on a two week roa...moreDon't know if this counts as already read, but definitely already listened to! DH and I listened to this in its entirety (27 hours?) on a two week road trip of the Grand Canyon and surrounding national parks...a great way to bide the time. Through letters between Adams, Abigail, and other contemporaries, McCullough reveals a John Adams we rarely learned about in history, overshadowed by other founding fathers. Particularly interesting to me was Adams' relationship with Jefferson and Franklin, and Abigail's intelligence, strength and unfailing love as wife and first lady. I am definitely an Adam's fan.(less)
I am in line with mostly everything Dobson says, although I must say I was a bit discouraged to read about all of the negatives we are up against in t...moreI am in line with mostly everything Dobson says, although I must say I was a bit discouraged to read about all of the negatives we are up against in the first half of the book! I guess I would rather remain in denial...but I know I needed to read about those issues! The book definitely made me think about how I will raise my son, and that I definitely need to first rely on God to guide us as parents. I thought the comments on schooling were interesting. They challenged my thoughts about what path we would take for our son, and I look forward to doing more research. In terms of writing...I felt Dobson went on unnecessary tangents throughout several chapters...as if he rushed through writing this book. Even so, I am still a James Dobson fan, mainly for the work he has done to help families.(less)
I'm not sure if you can truly finish reading a cookbook...but I have browsed through enough! I am looking forward to trying recipes from this book bec...moreI'm not sure if you can truly finish reading a cookbook...but I have browsed through enough! I am looking forward to trying recipes from this book because of the known quality and taste of any recipes that come from America's Test Kitchen. But I personally like quick recipes. That, I have not found here. Hence, making ahead. I just have to make the time to make something delicious ahead of time! This would have done me a world of good when I was pregnant and freezing meals. If I could only get my butt in gear and do that now that I have a toddler running around!(less)
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