We
want to be happy don't we? Really happy with that joy springing up
from the inside. After all, Jesus promised an abundant life, a
thriving existence. Yet there seems to be a chasm between what Jesus
promised and how many Christians live. What's going on?
Orr
makes sure readers are born again believers. That is essential
because her book “is about working out the incredible,
life-changing, happy realities that are true of us because of
Christ.” (13) She gives insights on six areas where we need to
understand the life change that has happened to us and then live it
out.
She
points out that experiencing and enjoying God does not automatically
happen. It takes cultivating. She helps us understand the kinds of
actions necessary to bring us to full maturity in Christ.
My
favorite part of the book is her teaching on the essential nature of
valuing God's Word. We must understand that only the Word can fulfill
our deepest longing and satisfy us like nothing else can. We might
have some barriers that hinder us from enjoying God's Word. She
tackles them, one by one, calling us to fight for the inclinations of
our hearts.
This
is a good book for young Christians as it clarifies the path to being
all we can be in Christ. It's a good book for older Christians too,
especially if we have become a little lazy in our Christian walk.
Orr's enthusiasm for going after the delight we can experience in God
is contagious.
Food for thought: "Happiness in not something we pursue. It is something we are." (40)
You
can read an excerpt here.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
Katie
Orr is
passionate about helping women enjoy God daily. As a conference
speaker, prolific author, and online Bible coach, she provides
biblical teaching and relevant resources to help women jump-start
their journey toward walking with Jesus. Katie and her pastor-husband
have three children and serve together in the local church.
Learn more at www.katieorr.me.
Bethany
House, 256 pages.
I
received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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