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This Life We Share

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I loved both the encouragement and practical advice that the author shares with us in this book. Maggie Rowe has selected life situations that are common to all of us and helps the reader see from scripture the best response we can have to these difficulties. She shares her own life experiences, and I found her personal examples helped me relate to the concept that she was sharing. The question section at the end of each devotion helps the reader focus on the concept that was shared, and also provides scripture on which to meditate.

This is an inspiring book to keep on your shelf for those times you when you need both thoughtful, practical advice and encouragement from scripture.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

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This book is a breath of fresh air. It encouraged me on every page. I was inspired by how this author shared situations from her own life about what she realized and faced being on the front line of ministry over the years. Her insight about living in a fishbowl while raising her family and working outside the home was eye opening. I enjoyed Maggie’s Ten Commandments of Friendship taken from scripture – here is one of them, “A Friend loves at all times” Prov 17: 17. This author shows healthy boundaries and balance in relationships we do not talk enough about. I was inspired by many of the LifeLine mantras at the end of each chapter. Like this one, “

LIFELINE “The power in prayer is not in the words themselves or in the ones who pray but rather in the one who hears us. Even when you can’t see him at work, you can trust his loving and good intentions toward you.”

This book is one I will be reading again and again. The first time I read the whole thing through. The next stopping and digging deeper into the chapters, looking up the scripture references.
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The author has a section called Points of Connections. They are wonderful examples of how we can apply scripture into everyday life. This section is designed for reflection. The author shares her story out of a grateful, non-judgmental, non-preachy heart. I liked her practical and doable tips. I was encouraged by her candidness and how she shared what it looks like to walk out the word of God in a real, messy world, realizing no one is perfect (including our self).

This book helps readers discover Lifelines of their own, as they get to know themselves and their maker, inspiring them to create on-going conversations with God and others. I adored the Lifelines at the end of the chapters, with all that we are currently facing in our homes, jobs and world this is a light in the darkness.

I was inspired by the courage of this author to share her heart and talk about some sensitive subjects often overlooked. It is an uplifting read, and a good resource for these confusing times.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”

Nora St. Laurent
TBCN Where Book Fun Begins! www.bookfun.org
The Book Club Network blog www.psalm516.blogspot.com

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I throughly enjoyed this book. I highly recommend it. I received an arc from the publisher and this is my unbiased review.

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This Life We Share by Maggie Wallem Rowe is a beautiful read. She shares 52 reflection on journeying well with God and others.
Admittedly, I chose to read this book because I met Maggie last year and was so impressed with her grace and knowledge.
Maggie shares from her heart throughout the book. The stories address issues from fear, self-doubt, comparison and worry. I am confident that one of these stories will connect with you as they did with me. Having met Maggie who is graceful and poised, I chuckled when she shared about her reactions when someone else got a position she wanted.

You will also find encouragement. One of my favorite lines “…know you have been given power through the blood of Christ to turn, confront and defeat the enemy”

I have a friend who lost her husband so the chapter on Where Do You Go to Get Warm was very impactful for me. “When people hear about difficulty in your life, their brains search like computer for a connection. Because they don’t know what to say… they tent to blurt out the first ‘search result’ that comes up. “ Oh how I have probably done that. Please have grace for us. Maggie goes on to share what we can do: Extend the ministry of presence and listen and be present.

Personally I was impacted by the ‘More Ways Than One to be a Mom’. Maggie encourages us that don’t have our own children to mother spiritual children. “someone might be praying for a ‘mom’ just like you”

I received this book from Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.

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