Unburdened by Chris Tiegreen

God clearly tells us to give Him our burdens but do we?

Chris delves into the heart of burdens that we are plagued with. It’s easy to say, “Trust God.” How do you do this when something dramatic happens such as illness or job loss? We forget that in Biblical times, it was no different. What about Job? It’s easy to think that Job is a character in a story. It’s real. His family really did die. It’s not pretend. I’m confident that I will accept my life over Job’s any day.

Chris brings up some interesting stuff. One thing that peaked my interest is hearing God’s voice. He talks about how ‘we think we need a certain amount in savings’ for our old age. I believe we should do our part. Guess what? God might have other plans. We do not see the same way He does. There’s God’s voice and then there is ‘our voice.’

These are hard times especially now with the economy. Jesus reminds us that we will have trouble but He has overcome the world. Amen!

If you are feeling burdened by life, pick up this book. There is a ton more stuff that Chris talks about in his book. You will clearly see that what may be a ‘burden’ in our life may turn into a ‘blessing.’

**Disclaimer: I have been given a free copy of this book from Tyndale for review purposes**

Searching for God Knows What by Donald Miller

Donald Miller has a unique style of telling stories of faith that is thought provoking but not simple by any means.

Reading his stories is like a peek inside his mind. He tells of the 9-1-1 events and how losing three thousand people in the United States is small in comparison to the thousands that are killed each day in the Middle East. He tells how the Arabs were treated in the United States after that event.

I remember watching the horrible news that fateful day. It was surreal. All different emotions were evident throughout the day. Some were in shock and numb. Others felt community with others and talked about it. Still others cried. Some businesses went on as if nothing happened. Others closed.

I love to know what’s going on in the mind of others. Donald Miller holds nothing back. He tells you like it is. His book reminds me of a diary. It’s an inside view of how he thinks and perceives the world. It does seem to jump around a bit. I start get interested in what else he’s going to say about a particular subject and he’s moved on.

We relate to stories. Jesus told stories. Donald tells the story through his eyes. It’s up to us how we perceive it.

If you love Donald Miller’s previous books, this one will be no exception.

**Disclosure: I have received this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers for free for review purposes**