I first heard of this book when Shellie was
doing a give-away for the release of the book. When I was checking out the
give-away, I discovered the book trailer for Heart Wide Open. It is posted below for you to watch as well.
After watching the book trailer, I wanted to read the book. The book did not disappoint. It isn’t very often
that I read a book in the Christian Living genre that I don’t want to put down
or take a break from. Heart Wide Open is one of those books that did just that
though. Shellie Rushing Tomlinson does a great job of winding antidotes from
her own life, other stories, humor, quotes, and most importantly Scripture
together to make a great read. This book does a good job at encouraging you in
your faith and walk with God no matter what stage of your Christian life you
are in. The things in this book could be applicable to a new believer just as
much as a seasoned veteran of the faith.
Shellie is a southern girl from Louisiana. The
southern in her comes through in her writing. In saying that I mean it feels
like you could sit out on the porch with her, drink some sweet tea, and chat
for hours even though you have never met her. This southern warmth comes
through in her writing in a way that makes the book not seem too preachy or
harsh. Instead it is encouraging and full of grace and love. One minute you may
find yourself and laughing out loud at one of her stories and the next page
over be brought to tears by the truth of God’s Word. All the while the purpose
of the book, to encourage you to open your heart up to a life fully lived with
God as a part of all of it, shines through.
Heart Wide Open was a fantastic book to read on
my own. It would make an excellent read for a Bible Study or small group
setting as well. There is actually a short Bible study or discussion guide in
the back of the book. I love books that come with a discussion guide included.
Shellie has also put together a DVD that you can purchase to go along with the
book if you are using it for a Bible study or small group.
Blogging for Books provided this book to me for
free in exchange for an honest review.
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