Review:
I received this book for the purpose of a review. I am no stranger to reading inspirational, biblical books. That being said, this is the first book I have read by Joan E. Murray and I promise you it will not be the last book. I plan to read all of her books after this.
You Can Trust Him- Anchoring Your Hope in God During Difficult Times is an incredible book. The chapters take you through the stories of the bible that we all know so well. This book is beautifully written and intricately weaves together scriptures and some of the most popular people in the bible, as well as people in Joan’s life and ministry.
The stories that I once thought were only relevant in history I have learned that the same rules apply to the world we live in today. One thing that you learn from this book is that we are very similar to the people who lived throughout history. Most of us ( myself included) pray and worship daily, however we don’t truly reach out to God unless it's out of complete and utter desperation. As I was reading this book one song came to my mind and played on repeat the whole time I was reading. “Praise You In The Storm” by Casting Crowns is the perfect song for this book.
This book will open your heart to the compassion God has for His people in a whole new light. I was able to understand the passage in Isaiah in a way I never had before.
Isaiah 55:1 ESV
Come everyone who thirsts, come to the waters;and he who has no money, come , buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.
Another thing I have learned reading this book is that through my life I have let the world define my level of confidence instead of realizing that I am a child of the Most High God, and that is something that nobody can ever take away from me.
Hebrews 10:35-38 ESV
Therefore, do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised. For, “ Yet a little while, and the coming one will come and not delay; but my righteous one shall live by faith, and if he shrinks back, my soul has no pleasure in him”
I was truly convicted at one point reading this book. I came to a chapter where Joan was talking about praying and standing in faith for help to expand her ministry and acquire office space. Joan points out that she should have been taking a step of faith instead of standing and waiting for God to move and this really hit home.
While I always take everything to God, I have a habit of sitting back and waiting instead of taking that first step of faith. 2 Corinthians 5:7 For we walk by Faith not by sight.
I have been pondering over this part of the book for a few days and can’t help but wonder what all I have missed out on because God was waiting for me to take that step of faith.
If you would like to have a deeper connection to the Lord and learn how to use the bible in a daily application in every aspect of your life, I highly recommend reading this book. As I said at the beginning of this review, I will be reading all of Joan E. Murray”s book and applying what I learn to my everyday life. I’m also sure I will be re-reading You Can Trust Him- Anchoring Your Hope in God During Difficult Times for years to come.
We all have some form of trust issues and this book has really taught me that even though I have been let down by people throughout my life, God will never let me down. He may not answer my prayers the way that I would like but I have learned that He will always be there by my side even through the trials and tribulations that He allows to take place in an effort to make me stronger and prepare me for the future. God will always be with me and I know That I Can Trust Him completely.
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Title:
You Can Trust Him - Anchoring Your Hope in God During Difficult Times
Author:
Joan E. Murray
Publisher:
Xulon Press
Pages:
233
Format:
Print Copy
About the Book:
You Can Trust Him is an in-depth journey into inspirational, personal, and Biblical stories that will help you find trust truths in the midst of pain, difficulties, or hardships. You will discover that God is with you, and you trust Him in the storms. In the pages of this book, you will find answers to help you navigate through the painful seasons of life. Using these powerful stories, Joan reveals deep truths about God’s love, compassion, and care for each of His children.
Through these inspirational, personal, and Biblical stories, Joan takes you deep into the lives of many people who were unsure they could survive their painful struggles. They Learned to trust God, and were victorious. You will be too. These stories will inspire and encourage you as you make the decision to trust God completely, because He can be Trusted.
About the Author:
Joan E. Murray is the Founder and CEO of Joan Murray Ministries and Seeds of Hope Worldwide Missions. She is an International Bible Teacher, Pastor, Author, and Missionary. She has traveled extensively around the world to minister and serve those in need.
More Books by Joan E. Murray
Boldness in Christ
Called and Chosen for Destiny
Faith That Conquers
Flow Through Me, Lord
Freedom In The Son
Hope In Difficult Seasons
Lord, Make Me Whole
Overcoming Loneliness and Aloneness
I Must Pray
Reconnect
Senor, Hazme Integro
Show Me How To Love
Time in Life’s Waiting Room
Winning In The Battles Of Life
Worship, Our Deepest Need
Workbooks:
Called and Chosen For Destiny
Winning In The Battles of Life
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