A good friend, Brian Mathias, gave me several copies of a book a while back and recommended that I read it and pass it along to others who may benefit. I skimmed through it and gave a few away, but, I did not take its content to heart. However, as some books do, this one has been staring me in the face, begging to be re-read, more seriously. The book?:
What Have You Got to Lose?
Experience a richer life by letting go of the things that confuse, clutter and contaminate
Author: Stepehn Arterburn
Copyright: 2007
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Arterburn uses a framework that highlights seven "keys to losing burdens": surrender (I Peter 5:6), acceptance (Psalm 139:1), confession (James 5:16), responsibility (Galatians 6:5), forgiveness (Matthew 6:14), transformation (II Corintians 1:3-4), and preservation (II Peter 1:5).
In the coming days I will be sharing excerpts from this book. Now that you know a little more about "the journey" I hope that you are encouraged all the more to join me.
Today's assignment? Reflect on the following words of Jesus and ask yourself if you are interested in experiencing the fulfillment of these words in your life.
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.Let's go!
Matthew 11:28-30
This is good, Jim. I will use your posts as a supplement to my personal prayer time (was looking for some new material anyway!!) -- Blessings and welcome back -
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome Jim. Looking forward to your commentary and guidance.
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