Gentle Mercies

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Summary: Love Hal and his book!
Review: I have known Hal Haralson for more years than I will admit. He is a genuine, loving, caring human being, whose Christianity shows through both words and deeds. His stories are charming, witting, poignant, and pointed. My only quarrel with him has been in the story where he explained his decision to go into a career where his "mental illness", which has been under control for a long time, didn't matter -- law... He may be right. His sensitive blending of humor with religion, morality, and career is much needed in these days. I wish him the best!

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Summary: Back to basics
Review: In these days of religious consertavitism vs. moderates vs. fundamentalists vs. extremists, Haralson uses his wit and wisdom to reel the reader back to the basics of faith in God and it's application in everyday life. Haralson uses stories of an old red pickup, cowboys on horses, and struggles with mental illness to coax the reader into his life. These stories are enlighting. I'd recommend it to those who enjoy Robert Fulghum writings and Chicken Soup for the Soul.

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Summary: Each life touches so many. This book will touch you as well.
Review: We all have our faith tested along the way. In "Gentle Mercies", Haralson gives us many reasons for our faith to be strengthened. These wonderful stories from a former minster turned country lawyer show how ordinary lives can touch others in extraordinary ways. Topics ranging from coping with the depths of mental illness to living with a family pickup truck named 'Old Red' will make you laugh, cry, and take inventory of your own walk of faith.