Eric’s Comments (group member since Jan 28, 2018)

Eric’s comments from the The "Intentional" Christian Reading Challenge group.

Good review. Interests me in investigating the book. Thanks.

Hope wrote: "Can you tell me why you gave up? Was it boring? Unbiblical?"

I, too, ordered hoping to join you guys. I'm very interested in both Renee's reason for abandoning the book and Hope's immediate reaction. I should have mine in a couple of days.

I generally like books that are concise. This one had long boring sections. But it has changed my perspective, and hence, my life. The book ties authentic prayer to fasting... whether we abstain from eating food, watching TV, or indulging in a bad habit. The author contends that only when our hunger for God exceeds our hunger for consuming what the world can provide, can we truly appreciate and enjoy what God has to give us from the bounty of His creation. The book would be a good resource for a small study or discussion group. It should be read reflectively.

1. A book about Prayer. A Hunger for God
2. A book about Forgiveness
3. A book by a Christian conference speaker.
4. A book by or about a Pastor's wife.
5. A Christian Novel. His Passion
6. A Christian Non¬Fiction book.
7. A Memoir.
8. A book on the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) Awards list.
9. A book by or about a missionary.
10. A book by C.S. Lewis.
11. A book with the word "Gospel" in the title. The Gospel and the Greeks: Did the New Testament Borrow from Pagan Thought?
12. A book about Christian Living.
13. A book someone tells you "Changed My Life". God Owns My Business:
14. A book by your Favorite Christian Author.
15. A book on Marriage or Living a single life or as a widow/widower for Christ.
16. A book longer than 400 pages.
17. A book you own but have never read.
18. A book about a current controversial issue.
19. A book with a one¬word title. Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions
20. A book more than 100 years old or takes place more than 100 years ago.
21. A book published in 2017 or 2018. Suffering Well: Job’s Stubborn Faith
23. A book recommended by a Christian Friend. Earthen Vessels: Why Our Bodies Matter To Our Faith
24. A book about Joy or Happiness.
25. A book whose title comes from a Bible Verse. And It Came to Pass in the Old Testament: 42 Bible Stories for Grown-Ups
26. A book on Theology. The Absolute Basics of the Christian Faith
27. A book by an Indie Christian Author. Baptisms: One? Many? Or Both?
28. A book on Christian Growth. The Explicit Gospel
29. A book about Church or a specific Church.
30. A book with Heaven in the title.
31. A Christian Romance novel.
32. A book about Christian Persecution.
33. A book on Spiritual Warfare.
34. A Wilbur Award winning book.
35. A book about a Religious Cult.
36. A Christian Dystopian book.
37. A book about Biblical Prophecy.
38. A book by a Christian Author you've never read before.
39. A book that was a Christy Award winner.
40. A book on any of the Goodreads Christian book lists.
41. A Christian science fiction/fantasy book.
42. A book on depression or how to help a friend/family member who suffers from depression.
43. A Christian fiction book with a beautiful cover.
44. A book with 100 pages or less.
45. A historical Christian book. And It Came to Pass in the New Testament: 36 Bible Stories for Grown-Ups
46. A Historical Christian Fiction book.
47. A book on Evangelism.
48. A book about a Faith different than yours.
49. A book with God in the title.
50. A book with Jesus or Christ in the title.
51. A book of the Bible. Genesis
52. A book of your choice. Simple Gospel: A Modern Language Account of the Life of Jesus Christ

Thanks Hope. Since it isn't a template, I'll probably just list my books and add new titles as I commit. Your information was what I was looking for. I too have ordered "Earthen Vessels" and hope to catch up with you and Renee after I finish "A Hunger for God". I'll finish the latter and pick up the former next week. Best regards.

I'm new to goodreads.com and I'm still trying to get my bearings. I've engaged with some great people, and 2 not so great maybe, on this and one other community page for avid readers. The other site is easy to post to, start a new discussion on, or chime into.
I can't figure out how to post my reading plan on the template for this site, and the only two people I reached out to in the group who were open to sharing with me don't know either. Can someone please generate something that tells me how to get the list uploaded so I can plug in my books, or are we supposed to set it up from scratch? Many thanks.

Renee wrote: "Eric wrote: "The fact Hope and Renee added "Earthen Vessels" attracts me to it. I'll watch for a review from someone, and potentially join you. Thanks."
You could always read it along with us :-)"

Thanks for the prompting. I just finished my first official read and I'll order it from Amazon tonight. Good thought.

The fact Hope and Renee added "Earthen Vessels" attracts me to it. I'll watch for a review from someone, and potentially join you. Thanks.

Hello. My name is Eric and I read and write Christian books. I stumbled onto goodreads last weeks and liked what I saw, so I joined. In exploring the site I ran across this group and liked what I saw, so I joined.
I spend most of my reading time in the Bible and attendant commentaries and supplements. I write so much I don't take time to read. I hope engagement in this group will enhance my reading discipline. I look forward to learning the goodread ropes.