On My Shelf

In case you forgot, I love to read.  Stacks of books seem to pile up all over the house — most of them half read.  Other women buy shoes; I buy books.

 

On My Shelf

What’s on my nightstand right now?

The Rest of God: Restoring Your Soul by Restoring Your Sabbath by Mark Buchanan
The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands by Lysa TerKeurst
Whispers of Hope: 10 Weeks of Devotional Prayer by Beth Moore
Meet the Bible: A Panorama of God’s Word in 366 Daily Readings and Reflections by Philip Yancey and Brenda Quinn

What am I learning about life and following Jesus?  

True joy comes when I welcome interruptions as an invitation to slow down and engage in a Providential assignment.
I need to say NO to the good so that I can say YES to the best that God has for me.
I must purpose to choose rest until I’m overwhelmed by His presence, rather than live out my days overworked and weary.
I must die daily to selfishness.  No gain without pain.
His miracles are unraveling as we watch and pray in community.  #PrayBig #ArmorOn

What are some books I regularly re-read and why?

Daily Light on the Daily Path by Samuel Bagster

I incorporate this thematic compilation of Scripture readings into my quiet time every morning (It’s also available online for free here.)


The One-Year Bible by Tyndale

 I read through the Bible once a year –using a different translation every year.  (It’s easy to do because it’s also available online for free in multiple translations here.)


Unwrapping the Greatest Gift: A Family Celebration of Christmas by Ann Voskamp

This book was written for kids, but my hubby and I are “kids at heart.”  We read this every year in preparation for Advent.

What books have profoundly shaped how I serve and lead others for the sake of the Gospel?

On Being a Servant of God by Warren Wiersbe
Becoming a Woman of Influence: Making a Lasting Impact on Others by Carol Kent
Restoring Your Spiritual Passion by Gordon MacDonald (reprinted as Renewing Your Spiritual Passion)

What biographies or autobiographies have most influenced me and why?

Passion and Purity: Learning to Bring Your Love Life Under God’s Control by Elisabeth Elliot

I started keeping a spiritual journal after reading the biographical works of Elisabeth Elliot, a spiritual practice that I’ve maintained for 35 plus years.  Her life taught me the importance of surrender, discipline, and resilience.


The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom

This story showed me how faith perseveres in the darkest places.  Corrie never regretted paying the price for sacrificing for others, and I am called to do the same.

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This post was inspired by a monthly series called “On My Shelf” on The Gospel Coalition blog.

 

I am sharing “On My Shelf?” and joining like-minded sisters at Give Me Grace, Weekend Whispers, Spiritual Sundays, Faith-Filled Friday, Blessing Counters, Essential Fridays, Live Free Thursday, Tell His Story, Coffee for Your Heart, Three-Word Wednesday, Purposeful Faith’s RaRaLinkup, Rich-Faith Rising, Testimony Tuesday, Sharing His Beauty, and Playdates with God.

 

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