Secret Longings of the Heart : A Discussion Guide on Overcoming Deep Disappointment and Unfulfilled Expectations

by Carol J. Kent

"ALL MY LONGINGS LIE OPEN BEFORE YOU, O LORD; MY SIGHING IS NOT HIDDEN FROM YOU." Psalms 38:9 Have you ever covered real emotions with denial or feverish work? Is there anyone you inwardly dislike, envy, resent, or fear? What are your deepest secrets? What are your expectations of yourself and others? How do you handle profound disappointment? Carol Kent's candid questions and revealing insights make Secret Longings of the Heart a book for every woman. For, while your deepest longings and passions are known intimately by your Lord, you are not always aware of them yourself. Daringly honest, powerfully encouraging, and thoroughly biblical, Secret Longings of the Heart will help you explore your longings for fulfillment and victory over ten areas of your life. And it will help you channel your passions for good, not for evil, when you are faced with deep disappointment. Here is a rich encounter with the hidden heartbeat of women today-with the passions that determine your lifestyle, your behavior, your attitudes, and ultimately, your ability to serve and draw closer to the One who knows you best and loves you most.

Genres: Womens, Christian Living

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

Carol Kent is hilariously funny, biblically sound, and heartbreakingly transparent in person and in print. Founder and president of Speak Up for Hope (a prison ministry) and Speak Up Speaker Services (a speakers' bureau), Carol is the best-selling author of many books, including When I Lay My Isaac Down, A New Kind of Normal, Becoming a Woman of Influence, Speak Up with Confidence, Secret Longings of the Heart, and Tame Your Fears. She is an expert on public speaking, writing, and evangelism. Carol travels the world, speaking to tens of thousands each year at events such as Extraordinary Women, Vision New England, Women of Faith, THRIVE, and Women of Grace. Carol and her husband, Gene, make their home in Florida.

Reviews

[Jeanne Modisett · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was very good in the first half but was far less inspirational in the last half. It is worth reading especially for those new in faith with lots of questions.

[Melissa (Alaska Bound) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Information in my book is really dated. Will not appeal to women of the present day. Also uses The Message as the Bible translation, which is just an inspirational paraphrase not something to study.

[Carrie Cohen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the 1990 printing. It was a great blessing for where I'm at in my journey. I found it relatable and practical.

[Kassandra Sanchez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book to help grow your spirituality with God while learning to set expectations in ones life. Good book for single person but does speak more to married persons. Great book for a woman's bible study.

[Jill · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was okay, could have been so much better! I really disliked the use of the message as a Bible translation in the vast majority of the book. This study has some solid ideas and could be so good with a few changes.