Are you struggling right now? Does life feel overwhelming or have you lost hope? I want to share with you a book that was truly a blessing to me at one time and I am so thankful I found it.
It's called "Hinds' Feet on High Places" by Hannah Hurnard. I know I can't do this lovely book justice, so here's the editor's description:
"Hannah Hurnard created the story of Much Afraid, a young girl hoping to travel from the Valley of Humiliation to the High Places. Along the way, she meets a number of memorable characters - including the Family of Fearings, Cousin Pride, Mrs. Valiant, Mercy, and Peace. Much Afraid also meets the ever-caring Shepherd, who helps her on her journey, at the end of which she receives a new name: Grace and Glory. This long-time best-seller is an intriguing perspective on the Christian life."
It's called "Hinds' Feet on High Places" by Hannah Hurnard. I know I can't do this lovely book justice, so here's the editor's description:
"Hannah Hurnard created the story of Much Afraid, a young girl hoping to travel from the Valley of Humiliation to the High Places. Along the way, she meets a number of memorable characters - including the Family of Fearings, Cousin Pride, Mrs. Valiant, Mercy, and Peace. Much Afraid also meets the ever-caring Shepherd, who helps her on her journey, at the end of which she receives a new name: Grace and Glory. This long-time best-seller is an intriguing perspective on the Christian life."
Back in my late 20's (before DH or kids), I had to fight through some really tough times. This book was a gift from God. I would long to read it each day. Always in small doses just so I didn't get through it too fast. I imagined myself as "Much Afraid" and Jesus, of course, was "The Shepherd." He was my helper, my Savior, and at times, he kept me accountable, reminding me of who I really was. Even when I felt the most alone in my journey, this book was always there to comfort me.
I just felt it on my heart to share this wonderful book with you. If God uses this post to touch even one person, then my job is done.
Do YOU have a certain book that carried you through tough times?
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13 comments:
This book sounds terrific. I'm going to see if we have it in our church library. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for this post. Going to look for this book. Thank you for your compliments at my blog also.
You job is done! :) Thanks for sharing, I am going to check out our church library too!
A friend of mine who is battling a nasty cancer recommended this to me and I forgot about it. Now I definitely must read it. Thanks for the suggestion. I recommend the Lineage of Grace books by Francine Rivers, about 5 women of the Bible whom God chose to make a difference. They are very short books, quick reads, well worth it!
Tough times right is an understatement right now. Thanks for sharing!
And its suppose to be 48 tomorrow! So excited!
i have tried to read this a few times and never could get through it. maybe it's timet to try again. i could use a little shot of encouragement! thanks!
For me its the Bible... but this book looks fabulous! Thank you so much for sharing this my dear... great timing and much appreciated!
Blessings-
Amanda
I'm going to have to see if our church library or local library has it. I am feelsing so blue today I can't even start to tell you.
Sounds like a good one. I will have to look it up...
That sounds like a very uplifting book...just what I need right now! Thank you for the recommendation!
Yes, A Severe Mercy. But I know the one you speak of. Read it many years ago at just the right time.
Always looking for a good read. I like to keep my mommy devo close at hand. It has been a good source of encouragement. Thanks for sharing. I will keep my eye out for it. So sweet of you to post this :-)
I just finished The Shack. Have you read it?
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