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Summary: O Jerusalem, Jerusalem...
Review: "Traveling Light" is a book about the divine love of God. In its pages, Max Lucado conveys God's loving desire to be called in times of need. He also counsels us to offer God all of our burdens, the luggage of our wants, worries, hopelessness, guilt, arrogance, grave, grief, fears, loneliness, shame, disappointment, envy, doubt, homesickness, etc. In Traveling Light, Lucado provides magnificent insights of the Twenty-Third Psalm. He also gives a few lessons on livestock; for instance he says, "In ancient Israel shepherds used oil for three purposes: to repel insects, to prevent conflicts, and to heal wounds...Sheep get hurt. As a result, the shepherd regularly, often daily, inspect the sheep, searching for cuts and abrasions... we have wounds, but ours are wounds of the heart that come from disappointment...and so just like sheep, we need to be treated...He will do for you what the shepherd does for the sheep. He will tend you... only God can heal..."(126-129). One may not finish this book prepare to raise sheep but one may definitely finish it ready to begin a Shepherd/sheep relationship with God. What more could we ask for? Lucado's sense of humor makes his teachings easier to understand and fun to read. He also uses words in such a way that he helps one see things under a total new perspective; like when he explains that "God is the God who follows" (146). I think that the idea of having an almighty God, the God who created the stars, following us anywhere we go is absolute terrific. Who are we to deserve such a treatment? And while taking a journey in this world, who will help us create a relationship with God? The King of kings, our sweet Jesus, the Good Shepherd who gave his life for the sheep, explains Lucado. How about our luggage? Leave it at Calvary. Max Lucado writes, "The path of righteousness is a narrow, winding trail up a steep hill. At the top of the hill is a cross. At the base of the cross are bags." (67) And it is there exactly where he invites us to leave all of our burdens. And what will we do today? About today Lucado reminds us of Jesus' words, "So don't worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will have its own worries. Each day has enough trouble of its own" (Matt 6:34 - 51/Traveling).
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Summary: Peace through the 23rd. Psalm
Review: As a pastor, Max Lucado knows that people carry a lot of baggage with them. This baggage includes worry, guilt, arrogance, discontent, grief, fear, loneliness and shame. He knows that the antidote to these attitudes is found in the 23rd. Psalm. In each chapter, Lucado uses a phrase to illustrate how God rescues us from negative thinking and old attitudes which are a deterrant to a fulfilling life. He shows that relying on God and turning our problems over to Him, allows us to get on with the business of life in a much more positive and constructive way. Readers will see themselves in the chapters which describe the human "baggage" that we carry and will feel relief in the solutions that Max Lucado offers through faith in God. This is an uplifting and encouraging book.
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Summary: Beautiful study on 23rd Psalm
Review: Beautifully written, with humor and wonderful word pictures, the material in this book reached deep within to give me a better understanding of this well-known Psalm. I laughed, I cried, I thanked Max Lucado, and I thanked God for showing me the truth about the burdens I bear--and am not intended to bear! I can't wait to do the study at the end with my small group.
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Summary: You'll love this
Review: By scripture support we can release strife especially when we have spiritually directed teachers like Max! Another good book like this is Karl Mark Maddox's SB 1 or God
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Summary: let it go!
Review: How many people do you know that whine year after year about all the rotten things that have happened to them? Everyone I know has at least one gripe about their childhood, parents, former lover, etc... I loved this book, because it helped me to realize how all these little bitternesses and slights that I didn't realize were weighing me down have accumulated into a giant boulder on my back. I am now working towards forgiving and encouraging others to forgive. And I realize I am smiling more genuinely these days! What more could I ask for?
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Summary: A Book for Weary Christians...
Review: How often do you wake up and ask yourself, "another day, how can I get through it?" Are you tired? Stressed out all the time? Pull up a comfortable chair, and curl up with this book. Lucado takes you through the great shepherd Psalm of David, "The Lord is my shepherd..." If you are grieving, this book will bring tears of consolation to your cheeks. If you are wondering how much longer you can go it alone, this book will bring tender solace. Filled with inspiration, this book is worth it's weight in gold. Read it today!
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Summary: AN ABSOLUTE SPIRITUAL WINNER
Review: How wonderful it is to be reminded of just how close comfort and wisdom are, for all of us "baggage toters". Traveling Light is a most welcome read in our home. With his easy writing style, Max Lucado inspires, and taeches with grace.
Rebecca K. Drnjevic~Author~Yeah Buts The Little Book Of Big Excuses
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Summary: Down to earth inspiration!!
Review: I bought this book because I was searching for inspiration. I found it to be wonderfully inspiring, funny, and easy to read. I am ordering copies for my family; as I am sure that they too will deem it a valuable book to own. I am slowly collecting all of Max Lucado's writings, children and adult. My kids love his books as much as I do. I am sure that anyone who purchases this book will go on to purchase more.
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Summary: Down to earth inspiration!!
Review: I bought this book because I was searching for inspiration. I found it to be wonderfully inspiring, funny, and easy to read. I am ordering copies for my family; as I am sure that they too will deem it a valuable book to own. I am slowly collecting all of Max Lucado's writings, children and adult. My kids love his books as much as I do. I am sure that anyone who purchases this book will go on to purchase more.
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Summary: Enjoyed it very much
Review: I enjoyed this book immensely. I will say it's not for everyone. The Book's message did hit me just right though, so it was good for me. Max has a very easy style and I've not found anything, so far, in his books that contradict what I have learned and read in my Biblical studies. What I find great about Max's books is the cross-over potential. If you are not a Christian, but looking for some guidelines or help, Max's books are just as insightful as other "self-help" books out there. Readers can take the anecdotes giving by Max and understand the core message. Not for everyone, but if your head is heavy and you shoulders are drooping... Give this book a shot.
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