Something More

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Summary: Honest Answers
Review: A person who writes with such depth of understanding has lived the "reflective life" and has been able to process the various experiences encountered. Catherine Marshall left a legacy treasured by any Christian who reads her work with an earnest, seeking mind. When she doesn't know the answers and the mystery remains, she says so. Some things she doesn't understand and is honest about it.
From the perspective of Christian stewardship, she writes about the joy of being a channel of blessing to other people and the importance of giving, even if it is out of poverty. On using one's talents she notes "the essence of creativity is to seek Him first." She adds "He will show us how to make the best use of our talents and create something that other people need or enjoy." He certainly did that with her talents. Her ministry continues posthumously. The books she's contributed continue to bless those of us who are still on this side.

Rating:
Summary: Honest Answers
Review: A person who writes with such depth of understanding has lived the "reflective life" and has been able to process the various experiences encountered. Catherine Marshall left a legacy treasured by any Christian who reads her work with an earnest, seeking mind. When she doesn't know the answers and the mystery remains, she says so. Some things she doesn't understand and is honest about it.
From the perspective of Christian stewardship, she writes about the joy of being a channel of blessing to other people and the importance of giving, even if it is out of poverty. On using one's talents she notes "the essence of creativity is to seek Him first." She adds "He will show us how to make the best use of our talents and create something that other people need or enjoy." He certainly did that with her talents. Her ministry continues posthumously. The books she's contributed continue to bless those of us who are still on this side.

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Summary: Understanding God's presence and purpose in EVERYTHING.
Review: For Christians who are looking for answers to some of life's questions, or if you're just looking to further enrich your Christian walk, this book is for you. The author covers the subjects of: -Praising God, even when things are going bad and it doesn't seem like you have any reason to. -Forgiveness; if we don't forgive, we only hurt ourselves. -Obedience; how to jump out in faith instead of always questioning God. -Dreams; how God used them to communicate with His people in Biblical times and still is today. -The Enemy; S****, his characteristics and battle tactics that he uses against Christians. -Healing; why God heals some but not all. -Tithing; how to act as a "channel" of abundance and blessings. -The Holy Spirit; the third person of the Trinity. -Rebellion; the spirit brought to the earth by S**** and how it adversely affects our lives. Catherine Marshall intersperses her own experiences with each of these very pertinent subjects as she gives Biblical descriptions and references to each of them. I found this book to be an excellent source of material for personal and group Bible studies. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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Summary: A Christian perspective on good overcoming evil.
Review: I first read Catherine Marshall's Something More about 20 years ago and have reread it and saved excerpts from it over the years. Catherine, Peter Marshall's widow, starts this book with the death of her young grand child. She then reviews her Christian walk and provides a thought provoking encounter with a loving God who can allow the young, innocent and good amongst us to die and yet remains a God of goodness and love. She allows that callousness, bitterness and resentment are normal responses to disappointments but paints a broad, loving and caring canvass that facilitates overcoming one's own hurts and frustrations. I come away feeling refreshed and encouraged and recommend the book to anyone trying to cope with personal loss.