Candid Conversations {Book Review}

I like introducing you to new books. Candid Conversations is one I'm especially excited to tell you about because I had the privilege of being a contributing author.

Author Heather Hart, founder of Candidly Christian asked the question...

We all struggle with something, even as Christian women.
Wouldn’t it be nice to know you aren’t alone?

Twenty-five women answered the call and shared their stories about real-life struggles and how God met them in the midst of difficulty. 

You're not alone. We're all dealing with something. It might be a life-long struggle or a current situation. Whatever it is, being a Christian doesn't mean we won't face really hard days, it means we don't walk alone. We have Jesus and we have each other. {Tweet this}

It's okay to admit we struggle. 

It's not just okay—it's necessary, and in time, it can be healing.

Perhaps it's timely for me to tell you about this book right now...

You may have noticed I've been quiet here for the past month. I recently had to say goodbye to my mom and although I know I'll see her again in heaven, I've been struggling.

I'm not ready to share about it yet because my emotions and memories are too personal. They're my private connection with her. But I can tell you that this new reality hits me at times with great force and makes even something I love to do, like writing, difficult.

No matter what you might be facing, our struggles are real and our emotions are valid. But we are not alone.



Life isn’t always sunshine and chocolate. It’s hard. In Candid Conversations you’ll hear real life struggles that real Christian women have faced head on, and how God has either used those struggles to refine their faith, or used their faith to help them weather the storm. From struggling with doubts to dealing with the loss of a loved one, these women lay it all out. They aren’t afraid to get real, because they know God can use their struggles to inspire, encourage, and reach others all for His glory.

For more information, visit Candid Conversations or Amazon/Candid Conversations.

If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness.
2 Corinthians 11:30

In Christ,
Laura



14 comments:

  1. Laura, I'm hearing so much good about this book! Thanks for keeping it on my radar!

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  2. I wish we were all more candid. This book sounds like required reading. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. Congrats on being a contributor to this great book, Laura! What a great topic! And I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom! That's a loss that can take quite some time to heal from, so I hope you continue to feel God comforting you each day.

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  4. Hi Laura, this looks like a great book to get my hands on. Going to go check it out now
    God bless
    Tracy

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  5. Congratulations on being a part of this work, Laura. May it reach the purpose already ordained for it. Blessings to you.

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  6. This sounds like a wonderful book. Real stories from women writing about what is in their hearts are inpsiring to me!

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  7. Reading Candid Conversations really blessed me, Laura! This journey into the common struggles most of us face felt like sitting over coffee with friends and being real about our lives! I pray it touches many hearts!

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  8. This books sounds like an interesting read! Congratulations on being part of something so important, Laura!

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  9. Sounds like a good book. Condolences and His peace, keep those good memories.

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  10. Thank you for sharing! There is so much power and blessing when we open up and say "hey, me too!"

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  11. Can't wait to read this book! Praying for you today. May God's grace and peace surround you!!

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  12. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I pray you find those private connections healing and restorative. Losing a mom is very difficult and as you say we are not alone. I love hearing about new books so this one sounds amazing. What a blessing to have your words in between its covers.

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