Sacred Rest | Saundra Dalton-Smith, M.D.

Reviewed by anonymous

The back of the book

Staying busy is easy. Staying well rested – now there’s a challenge.

How can you keep your energy, happiness, creativity, and relationships fresh and thriving in the midst of never-ending family demands, career pressures, and the stress of everyday life? In SACRED REST, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a board-certified internal medicine doctor, reveals why rest can no longer remain optional.

Dr. Dalton-Smith shares seven types of rest she has found lacking in the lives of those she encounters in her clinical practice and research-physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, sensory, social, creative-and why a deficiency in any one of these types of rest can have unfavorable effects on your health, happiness, relationships, creativity, and productivity. SACRED REST combines the science of rest, the spirituality of rest, the gifts of rest, and the resulting fruit of rest. It shows rest as something sacred, valuable, and worthy of our respect.

SACRED REST gives a unique look into the physical and spiritual sides of rest.

By combining scientific research with personal stories, spiritual insight, and practical next steps, SACRED REST gives the weary permission to embrace rest, set boundaries, and seek sanctuary without any guilt, shame, or fear.

Best quote

All rest is not created equal. Much of what we consider rest fails to work because it is not restful.

Criticisms/ Weakness

The topic of rest seemed to be stretched out or prolonged longer than necessary. The themes were very repetitive throughout the book.

Best Chapter, Illustration, or Idea

Chp. 4-10 were my favorite chapters. Learning to understand the different types of rest we need was good for me. This book shares good practical wisdom on resting. Sacred Rest was convicting and encouraging.

Biggest Takeaway

The Lord gives me permission to rest but even more so He commands us to rest.

Rating for this book: 4/5 stars

Redeeming Singleness | Barry Danylak

Reviewed by Drew L.

Core Principles

Singleness is a gift from God. In the Old Covenant blessing was found in marriage and children, in the New Covenant blessing is found solely in Christ Jesus. Marriage nor singleness, nor anything, for that matter, can add to what Christ has done for us. I know that even though I am single, I am more than blessed by God because the blood of Jesus. You do not have to marry to be happy; Danylak even challenges the fact that so many people are unhappy in marriage because they were called to singleness and married instead.

Best quote

"For some, remaining single for the sake of the kingdom is better than marriage, although for others, presumably most, it is not. the only way of determining the answer personally is through a process of self-discernment" (Danylak p. 163). "For those that can embrace it, Jesus uses the figure of a eunuch as a model of one who is completely loyal in undistracted service to the king. A life of singleness is modeled in this way is testimony to the gospel itself as a pointer to the sufficiency of Christ for all things" (Danylak p. 172).

Criticisms/ Weakness

The early chapters of the book really set up the last 5 chapters in showing the differences of the Old Covenant verses the New Covenant. The weakness in this is that Danylak somewhat gets in the weeds on theological things that do not seem to matter. Several times I asked my self, "What does this have to do with the topic?" However, these chapters are critical to understanding the rest of the book.

Best Chapter, Illustration, or Idea

Danylak really breaks down first of all what an eunuch is. Then he breaks down what it looks like: "eunuchs who have made themselves eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 19:12). This idea is strongly what I feel the Lord has called me to, and Danylak expressed it well. He took what I already felt, and believed, and put it into words. My favorite chapters by far are the two ending chapters, chapters 5 and 6.

Biggest Takeaway

For me, being single and planning to be single for a while, the question always comes up, "are you seeing anyone?" The answer is no, and before this book I never understood why I was always asked that question. I highly enjoy being single and I know that that is a gift from the Lord. I honestly could not see myself married, it is not a desire of mine. I have often thought that was because something was wrong with me. People have even made comments alluding to that. This book really showed me that loving singleness and wanting to be single is not a curse like our culture treats it, but it is a gift from the Lord. I now know that my contentment is a blessing that the Lord has given me and a blessing that Jesus describes is Matthew 19:12 and Paul talks about in 1 Corinthians 7. I by no means have sworn to never marry because I know that the Lord could change my heart, but this book has better allowed me to know what I was feeling. This book is not only for singles though, I would honestly recommend it to all believers to better understand people like me. Before the book I did not understand why people want to get married, and many people do not understand why I don't. This book will really open up the idea that both sides of this coin are blessings from the Lord and all people should follow their calling and attempt to understand those who are called differently.

My Recommendation

This by far is my favorite book that I have ever read. It explained biblical principles of singleness in a way that I have never seen before. This is a very important read for singles who enjoy singleness because it will better help your understanding of what the Lord has called you into.

Rating for Redeeming Singleness: 5/5 Stars

Change Your Questions Change Your Life

Marilee Adams, PH.D.

Reviewed by Jamie S.

Brief Summary of Content

Ben is having a hard time at work and in his marriage. What he discovers through conversations with his coach is that he has been operating from a judger mindset rather than that of a learner. This realization sends him on a journey toward a healthier work and home life.

Adams weaves powerful principles throughout her book through use of Ben's story. Ben begins to choose a new path moment by moment as he learns to identify undermining questions when they come to mind and reframe them using the Choice Map.

Best Illustrations

The Choice Map -Chapter 3

ABCD Choice Process:

A- Aware: Am I in Judger? Is this working?

B- Breathe! Do I need to step back, pause, and gain perspective?

C- Curiosity: What's really going on (with me, others, the situation)? What am I missing?

D- Decide: What's my decision? What do I choose?

Best Takeaway

"With judger mindset, the costs can be tremendous. The future can be only a recycled version of the past. And with the Learner program the power is on. The juice is flowing. You can actually make a new future for yourself. "

"Exercising judgement is about making good choices. I call that discernment, or acuity...So, I am not talking about judgement in that sense of the word. I'm talking about being judgmental, as in fault-finding or dwelling on the negative or being critical. Judger and judgement are two very different things.

In fact Judger mindset is the enemy of good judgement. When we're judgmental, brain activity gets spikey; the big muscles of our bodies prepare themselves for fighting or running" p. 57-58

As I read, I couldn't help but think of how in Deuteronomy, God tells us that He has set before us life and death, blessings and curses. He tells us to "choose life that you and your children may live..." I think this is an aspect of choosing life. Operating out of a learner mindset allows us to be curious and opens up possibilities for understanding. Operating out of Judger seems to shut down conversation which puts up road blocks in relationships and creativity.

My recommendation

We definitely are called to live differently. Jesus calls the peacemakers blessed. Peacemakers are brave not because they are pacifists, but because they choose the harder path. They choose to engage even when they would rather retreat. They choose to do the harder work of responding rather than reacting. I believe Change Your Questions... can help the curious reader grow in becoming the blessed peacemaker, which could change teams and the culture of our ministry.

Change Your Questions is a practical and easy read. It would be great for anyone who wants to grow in life skills and the way they relate to others (especially a team).

Best quotes

"Blame keeps us stuck in the past. Responsibility paves the path for a better future."

"Authentic listening is not easy. We hear the words, but rarely do we really slow down to listen and to squint with our ears, to hear the emotions, fears, and underlying concerns." Kevin Cashman

"Learner begets Learner. Judger begets Judger."

"We don't have much control over what happens, but we can choose how we relate to what happens."

"Failure is often crucial for learning how to do something well."

Amy Carmichael 'Beauty for Ashes' | Iain H. Murray

Reviewed by Hanna A.

Brief Summary of Content

This short missionary biography depicts Amy Carmichael's life, ministry, and devotion to God. Carmichael was a woman of great conviction and at age 27, left Britain and moved to India, never again to return home. Carmichael spent the majority of her life serving low-caste children in southern India, leading a ministry that still remains today. Her humble leadership and obedience to fulfill the great commission is inspiring. Even more, the beauty from her love of Christ is so clearly radiated through her writings. She was a woman who knew God deeply. She stood firm in the truths of Scripture, unwavering when others belittled God's word. She endured through suffering. She valued those who were not valuable in the eyes of many, because she knew they too were made in the image of God. The fruits of her faith are an encouragement to all who have also devoted their lives to the one, true God.

Best Illustration

Christians are called to live a holy and obedient life.

"She was called to live a holy life -- not in the ease of religious seclusion, nor in the midst of those rare heroic circumstances which emphasize the glory side of existence, but along the dusty levels of commonplace ways."

Best Idea

During her ministry, Carmichael wrestles with difficult situations that are ever present on the field today. Some of these difficulties include suffering, conflict with staff/teammates, differences in theological doctrine, and variations in ministry approaches. Through all of this, she stood firm in the truths of scripture! Her life as a missionary in the early 1900's is still very applicable to the world of missions today.

Best Takeaway

Murray is clear that the life of a missionary is neither romanticized nor insignificant. He faces the difficult realities of living on the field accompanied in Carmichael's life, yet beautifully reminds his readers of the eternal purposes set before God's people. Through this narrative, Christians will desire deeper relationship with Christ, not envying Carmichael, but doubtless gleaning wisdom from her devotion.

My recommendation

To everyone who has left home and family for the sake of the gospel, you will be encouraged by the life of Amy Carmichael. The realities of her life, both the significant and mundane, are inspiring as you follow Christ and pursue ministry in a foreign land. And to all believers, wherever the Lord has placed you, you will be encouraged by Carmichael's faithful and profound love for her Savior. This biography will both encourage and challenge Christians to know God more intimately and also take obedient steps of faith.

Best quotes

"If I have not compassion on my fellow servant, even as my Lord has pity on me, then I know nothing of Calvary love."

"To pray in a hurry of spirit means nothing. There is nothing creative in noise. To live in a hurry means to do much but effect little."

"What will it be to see Him whom I have known so long but never seen before? To adore His beauty, to worship Him in holiness; to see Him crowned with glory and honour who was wounded, bruised, oppressed, afflicted -- what will it be to see Him and not another, not a stranger? What will it be to serve in perfect purity and in untiring vigour? To see no more through a glass darkly, to grope no more on the edge of knowledge, but to press on into that kingdom to which no frontier is set? To see with new eyes, to her with new ears, to know no more in part but even as also we are known? What will it be when Faith and Hope fade out of sight and only Love is left? What will it be? We cannot tell. We do not know. Only this we know: the travail of the journey is not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed to usward, even to usward, though we be the least of the redeemed."

Rating for this book: 4/5 stars

Rare Leadership | Warner and Wilder

Reviewed By Brian E.

Summary

This is one of those books that speaks to your mind and spirit at the same time. With a unique combination of Brain Science, experience, life theories all springing from and backed up by biblical truth.

There are things I'll never forget from this book, like choosing to return to joy, remaining relational and being who we really are in Christ in the face of difficult circumstances or people.

The book compares and contrasts several things:

Right brain vs. Left brain, Relationship vs. Problems, Joy vs. Fear, Fast track vs. Slow track, EQ vs. IQ

Best Chapter

I enjoyed the chapter on "the third habit", to REMAIN RELATIONAL, and move from task-oriented toward more relational oriented. The relationship is almost always more important than the problem itself. In remaining relational, we must keep relationship on the bigger platform than problem solving. This is done with the CAKE: Curiosity about what matters to the person; Appreciation for the person; Kindness in sharing joy; and relationship Envelope the conversation, that includes the problem to be discussed. Develop habits that connect with people.

Best Takeaway

Understanding how our brains work helps to understand why we do what we do and how to actually change. Emotional maturity is vital to the health of any organization and leaders that are mature emotionally are rare leaders indeed.

My Recommendation

Very eye opening book about brain science and controlling your natural tendencies to react to those you lead in a positive or negative way.

TO NOTE

The book is split into two sections. Part I deals with more of the brain science kind of things, and part II gets down to the practical take-aways, going through the 4 habits for a leader to work on. The book suggests skipping ahead to part II if you are in a hurry and/or don't care about the brain science side to things. I enjoyed the whole thing, though!

Rating for Rare Leadership: 4/5 Stars

Life in the Presence of God | Kenneth Boa

Missio Nexus Review

Summary

As Boa offers a guide to practicing the presence of God, he offers biblical foundations and historical examples of walking with God and abiding in his presence. We need to rethink how we use our time and technology to make room for God, to train ourselves with new habits that deepen our awareness of God. The book contains dozens of practical exercises and disciplines that help us draw close to God even in the midst of our hectic modern culture. Boa shows that the more we live in God’s presence, the greater our abiding peace and joy.

Best Illustration

“Social media is killing people one click at a time–figuratively in most cases, though literally in some. Even non-Christians are waking up to the danger and emptiness of this lifestyle. We’re addicted to the constant stream of input, which is so available that we have to go completely against the tide to stop the millions of voices around us. We have to silence our souls and our technological devises–to listen for the voice of the Father. Sadly, silence has become frightening and foreign to us.” Page 60

Best Idea

“The ambitions of this world aren’t big enough for eternity; they’re not strong enough to sustain us for the long run…Here’s the point: the pleasures this world offers are just toys that make us fools and sell us short. We’re meant for more. Even our best imaginations of the good life are inadequate.” Page 16

Best Take Away

“Practicing his presence means reminding ourselves often of not only our identity but also our purpose–our lifelong agenda. These reminders can come in a flash, in between or while we’re doing other things. They don’t need to take extra time out of our day. But they do require mindfulness and consciousness of God.” Page 56

Our Recommendation

Refresh your soul and put spiritual priorities in place by reading this book. Boa, as the likes of Brother Lawrence, Tozer, and Packer before him, brings us into the importance of constant communion with Christ.

Best Quotes

“So this secret of practicing God’s presence starts and ends with trust, and even the best spiritual training program in the world will fail if we don’t start there. Trusting in God leads to single-mindedness over time.” Page 21

“We can’t put our trust in Christ one time and stop. We have to go on, continually, single-mindedly trusting and coming and following him the rest of our lives. This commitment is radical and total. It’s an ‘absolute surrender,’ as the South African author Andrew Murray called it. It demands our all. But this commitment is an accumulation of many small commitments to practice his presence, to live in Christ, every moment.” Page 23

“As we live and move through our day, we aren’t walking by our natural fleshly default and inclinations, but by his Spirit. We’re keeping in step with him, not lagging behind or jumping ahead. Wherever we go, God is with us–close at hand, our faithful companion, leading our way.” Page 39

“Life in God’s presence means openly confessing our allegiance to God, especially when it’s questioned directly. If we do, Jesus promised, ‘Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven’ (Mat. 10:23).” Page 59

“Walking in God’s presence is a day-to-day, moment-by-moment journey. As much as we’d like to be glorified at the snap of God’s fingers, the progress of growing nearer to God happens gradually over time. We can’t wait and cram for the final exam. But we don’t want to do that either. The beauty of a life lived in God’s presence is that it’s imminently rewarding, and Laubah noted that those rewards grow over time.” Page 103.

“Revising our view of the world is about more than our cognitive thoughts. It encompasses conscious and unconscious assumptions, instincts, affections, and reactions. It’s a new, unified, harmonious vision of life through the only perfect lens: God’s Word. Scripture brings everything into sharp focus, so we see clearly–as things really are–rather than as a fuzzy, upside-down picture in a thousand fragments.” Pages 136-37

‘Human beings straddle two worlds. We can’t escape this fact, no matter how hard we try. The most obvious intersection of the natural and the supernatural is when Jesus came to earth in human form (known as the Incarnation) more than two thousand years ago. But collisions between the two realms are actually happening all the time, if you have eyes to see them.” Page 139

“We all hope in something. And a loss of that something in our lives–through death, unfulfilled dreams, chronic illness, a material loss, or whatever else–compels us to cling to and hope in the one who is the same today, yesterday, and forever, rather than the things that are temporary. He uses our sufferings and pain to transfer our hope form things that won’t last to things that will.” Page 183

We’ll all suffer something, and we’ll have the choice to embrace it as an opportunity to experience God more or to get angry and turn from him.” Page 185

“When you’re in Christ, your sin isn’t the deepest you. It’s not your identity. Sin is identified with the flesh, the part of you that was put to death when you were ‘crucified with Christ.’” Page 196

“The ultimate death to sin, though, is light. Bringing our sin out into the open is like bringing a lit match to a bucket of lighter fluid. If may be rapid, explosive, and painful; but it’s fast. You may only need to confess to God and one other person before you start to feel the incredible relief that comes from freedom from sin.” Page 209

“If we don’t treasure God’s presence, we won’t see the need to rid ourselves of sin. But if we have tasted what life is like when we walk closely with him, we’ll give up anything else, because we’ll know he is worth it.” Page 212

“Living in God’s presence is something we do together. Being connected to the family of God isn’t just an added benefit; we actually need each other to keep living in him!” Page 217

“But if we can’t imagine even a little of what eternal life in God’s presence will be like, then how will we be motivated to live today in his presence? Why would we preserve in suffering and in spiritual training if the end result doesn’t interest us all that much?” Pages 236-37

“Walking with God in the mundane details of our earthly lives is our first act in eternal life with him. How many of us see our lives that way? It takes some imagination, but we can, and when we do, even our everyday tasks and encounters become significant.” Pages 242-43

“To live and finish well, we must view and live our lives differently than most of us have been doing. We’ve got to realize we’re called to a better good, a better love, and a better hope than this world can offer…we need to integrate God into every area of our lives…training ourselves to live in both this world and God’s kingdom simultaneously.” Page 251

Anatomy of the Soul | Curt Thompson

Reviewed by Jamie S.

"It is the glory of God to conceal things, but the glory of kings is to search things out." Proverbs 25:2

I kept thinking of this verse as I read Anatomy of the Soul.

"Do you want to improve your relationships and experience lasting personal change? Join Curt Thompson, M.D., on an amazing journey to discover the surprising pathways for transformation hidden inside your own mind. Integrating new findings in neuroscience and attachment with Christian spirituality, Dr. Thompson reveals how it is possible to rewire your mind, altering your brain patterns and literally making you more like the person God intended you to be. Explaining discoveries about the brain in layman’s terms, he shows how you can be mentally transformed through spiritual practices, interaction with Scripture, and connections with other people. He also provides practical exercises to help you experience healing in areas where you’ve been struggling. Insightful and challenging, Anatomy of the Soul illustrates how learning about one of God’s most miraculous creations―your brain―can enrich your life, your relationships, and your impact on the world around you."

Best Chapter

If I had to give a favorite chapter, it would be Chapter 9, The Prefrontal Cortex and the Mind of Christ. There is scientific explanation of the prefrontal cortex and its functions, practical examples of how to use this information, and a section on the spiritual disciplines that I really liked.

Best Takeaway

Honestly, I felt like I was reading the expressed scientific reasons (God's handiwork displayed) for the Scriptural mandates. An example of this is confession-as we experience grace and forgiveness, new neural pathways are able to be laid. To be known by God and to experience the grace and gift of salvation and forgiveness changes us! As His children, we know this, it is just so fun to see this truth displayed in our brains!

My Recommendation

I grew up thinking of science as something studied in school; it was something apart from God. I have grown to understand that science is one of the beautiful ways that God reveals Himself and displays His glory! While reading this book, I loved learning about how findings in neuroscience point to the wonderful design of an amazing Creator.

I would recommend this book to mature believers who are interested in reading about the science of the brain in an accessible, practical way. I would also recommend this to people who want to "rewire their mind". I think of this as "taking captive every thought and making it obedient to Christ". There are so many subtle lies we have bought into during our life.

Best quotes

"Love the Lord your God with all your mind." p.27, Chapter 3

This verse is the reason I picked up this book. I want to love God with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength. We are whole beings. The more we learn about how we are created, how connected we are, the more we can love Him and run our race unencumbered.

Proviso

Just as with any book, we must read this book with discernment. There are some things about Thompson's theology that I question, but I would hate to have missed the richness because of fear.

Rating for Anatomy of the Soul: 4/5 Stars

Zeal without Burnout | Christopher Ash

Reviewed my Michael A.

This short, accessible book, reveals seven biblical keys to both serve the Lord zealously and protect yourself from burnout. The seven keys are also the seven chapters of the book. “We Need Sleep,” “We Need Sabbath Rests,” “We Need Friends,” “We Need Inward Renewal,” “A Warning,” “An Encouragement,” and lastly, “A Delight.”

Throughout each chapter, Christopher Ash shares riveting stories of those in ministry who have been humbled by God through burnout.

Best Chapter

“A Delight: rejoice in grace, not gifts.”

It is a privilege to serve the living God. Yet how much more a privilege is it to relish in the fact that we are recipients of grace? We all have a natural tendency to value our gifts –speaking, preaching, leadership, discipleship, mobilization, etc. Yet J.C. Ryle reminds us, “gifts without grace save no one’s soul, and are the characteristic of Satan himself.”

Let’s strive to keep grace the main thing.

Best Illustration

“In this mortal life I will never be more than a few particles of dust into which God has temporarily breathed the breath of life.” p. 40

Best Idea

Those of us who think we are safe from burnout are the most in danger of it. We must all heed Paul’s warning in 1 Corinthians 10:12, “So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!”

Best Takeaway

Sacrifice is not the same as burnout.

We must “discern the difference between sacrifice and foolish heroism, and so to guard against needless burnout.” p. 26

Best quotes

“Burnout is a terrible price to pay for Christian zeal.” p. 14

“There’s always more we can do in ministry, but God is not asking “Can you do more?”. He is asking “Do you love me?” p. 32

My Recommendation

This book was a great reminder of the vital place grace holds in Christian ministry. It’s a short book, but I would encourage you to read it slowly and reflect on the application questions from each chapter. Ministry can be brutal, in fact, it often is. Long hours, people, sin, different cultures–it’s a recipe for disaster. Christopher Ash reminds us of Biblical truth, we must remember who we are and who God is.

Are you feeling burnt out? Do you think it would never happen to you? If so, pick up this book. Particularly helpful was the “Self-Check” on pages 112-113.

Rating for Zeal without Burnout: 5/5 Stars

Sabbath | Dan Allender

Reviewed by Meridy R.

"Sabbath is not about time off or a break in routine. It is not a mini-vacation to give us a respite so we are better prepared to go back to work. The Sabbath is far more than a diversion; it is meant to be an encounter with God's delight."

In all of my years I have never heard the Sabbath treated like this. Allender’s enthusiasm for the Sabbath is contagious. You can’t help but read this book and find a new appreciation for the fourth commandment and the gift that it is from God to his people. He reminded me that God made a big deal about the Sabbath, but we routinely ignore it.

Biggest Takeaways

• Sabbath is not about what we DON'T do, it's about what we DO

• We've become so corrupted by busyness that we don't know how to take times of restoration

• We mistakenly view it as a time to relax, get a break from the week, or vacate from work

• Instead it is a time to be proactively engaged with things that bring us joy

• “What would I do for a twenty-four hour period of time if the only criteria was to pursue my deepest joy?

• God didn't rest on the Sabbath because he was tired, God celebrated and delighted in his creation on the Sabbath

• Sabbath is a day to stop and look at and enjoy one another from the vantage point of eternity

Core Sabbath Pillars

• It is meant to be a day set apart, an “entrance into another eon not possible in any other way”

• We have to look at time from a whole new perspective

• Sabbath involves community, feasting, and joyous delight

• Sabbath is a day for delightful play - this is the aspect the challenges me the most. I don't think I have scratched the surface of what joyful play can be.

Best Quotes

• Soon nothing is seen, because our senses close down when we attempt to take everything in.

• We live in a dark day, but it is still rare for someone to publically tout his or her violation of the Ten Commandments, with one exception - our debasement with busyness.

• Boasting about work is a national pastime. The one who works harder, against greater odds, with fewer resources to gain the greatest ground wins.

• The powers and principalities of consumerism demand we taste diversionary breaks that intensify our hunger for more goods rather than a Sabbath rest that brings us a taste of genuine good.

• God's commandments prevent us from sucking in diesel fumes in order to orient us to delicious, fresh air.

• Referencing Dr. Simon, who has spent the past 18 years in a refugee camp 1/2 mile from the Myanmar border: His delight demands that I consider how little I know about delight. His life exposes the counterfeit legions of ways we find solace and pleasure that we often think of as joy.

• As much as we clamor for joy and freedom, when offered, it is often too painful to receive and to celebrate.

• The Sabbath is like every other gift - it requires practice and discipline to grow in delight.

Soul Keeping | John Ortberg

Reviewed by Amy A.

Best Quotes

• “You’re a soul made by God, made for God, and made to need God, which means you were not made to be self sufficient.”

• “The soul is that aspect of your whole being that correlates, integrates, and enlivens everything going on in the various dimensions of the self.”

• “If your soul is healthy, no external circumstance can destroy your life. If your soul is unhealthy, no external circumstance can redeem your life.”

• “You are only able to live in a way that really helps and loves others when your soul feels its worth.”

• “Thomas Aquinas wrote that this neediness of the soul is a pointer to God”

• “It is the sin of the soul meeting its needs with anything that distances it from God.”

Rating for Zeal without Burnout: 5/5 Stars