I was asked to write a review on Prayers that Bring Miracles, by Stephen M. Bird, but I am full of it this morning . . . I mean I have too many things to write about. I’ll get back to the review in a moment, but first, let me express my condolences to fellow blogcker, C. LaRene Hall. Her mother passed away, and even though these things are sometimes expected, or a relief, It’s still hard to say goodbye.
I attended a writer's workshop on Thursday and recharged my batteries. It was wonderful to see all my friends and network with fellow writers. As you might have guessed from my blogs of late, I’ve been re-evaluating life’s choices, and the workshop presenters managed to give me a renewed sense of direction. I believe again---I can be a writer---I can touch hearts.
I need to write about two friends, but I’ll save that for another time. Perhaps on my other blog, A Writer’s Eyes. But for now, I wish to pay tribute to L.T Elliott. I don’t know whether you’ve noticed, but she has a wonderful capacity to build others. Like everyone, I have a list of blogs to visit each day, and invariably, I find her leaving positive comments, making the writer feel good.
Laura, (L.T), has touched my heart at times when I wanted to chuck the whole thing, and I want to show my gratitude. I got a chance to give her a hug at the workshop, I hope she knows how much I appreciate her support.
Now, the book report. Bet you were thinking I had forgotten?
When I was asked to review Prayers that Bring Miracles, I never dreamed it would be just what I needed. I must admit, I’ve heard the story before. Published in 1997, The book is timeless. Brother Bird walks the reader through a story of when he was a Navy Chaplain and teaches valuable lessons about prayer.
The lessons, when understood, will help increase faith in getting answers to life’s questions, and help with trials. Above all, in my opinion, The lesson, that God loves all of us and wants to give us wonderful blessings, is the most valuable piece of information in the book. The fact that anyone of any religion can talk to his/her Father in Heaven like someone conversing with a close parent is very comforting.
I recommend this book to everyone and I hope you will find peace in troubled times.
Good luck with your writing---see you next week.
4 comments:
*blush* Keith! You're too kind. But I love ya anyway. ;)
I also believe that it's a comforting thing to speak to God as though my closest friend--and Father. At times, it is this very practice that has kept me from the edge. A God was much too far but a Friend was close enough to make the difference. I am grateful for that from My Heavenly Father, who IS my friend.
See what your posts do to me? Uplifted, inspired, and renewed with gratitude. Thank you again, Keith.
I have to second that. LT is one of the sweetest, most genuine people I've ever met in blogland OR in person. She truly builds others up from the inside out.
Hear, hear! Funny (small world) you should mention LT. She is one of my favorite people in the blog world. I have yet to meet her in person, but she truly inspires!! Love her to pieces!!
I love Laura too!
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