A Disrupted Journey by Brooks

As someone who lives with a chronic illness, I found "A Disrupted Journey" especially meaningful. Life often doesn’t go as planned, and this book captures that reality with honesty and hope. The author does a beautiful job of showing how disruption, whether from illness, loss, or unexpected detour, shapes us in ways we never expected. It also encouraged my husband, who wrestles with the challenges of caretaking. The book gave him a renewed perspective on the struggles we face together and reminded us both that even in the most challenging seasons, there is purpose and growth. This book pointed us both back to keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.

One of the things I appreciated most was how it explores the impact of life disruptions and the journey toward healing. It challenged me to think more deeply and gave me a fresh perspective on resilience and hope. Whether you're seeking encouragement, insight, or simply a meaningful read, this book is well worth picking up.

I received an early copy of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. 

You can get a copy on Amazon here.

Book Review: Learning to Listen by Hussung

This book emphasizes the powerful role of listening in building meaningful relationships. It argues that to love others well, we must first learn to listen well. As human beings, we are made to be seen and known by both God and each other, yet many of us struggle with being truly understood.

Through a biblical perspective, the book highlights how God, who listens to us with care and attention, serves as our ultimate model for listening. It offers practical steps for cultivating this skill, encouraging us to not only listen attentively but to engage in communication that reflects Christ's love. In today's fast-paced culture, where people often speak without truly listening, the art of understanding others has been lost. To communicate with love, we must listen deeply enough to understand the other person before offering our words.

Listening is a discipline that requires intentionality, but this book shows that with practice, it can transform our relationships. By truly hearing others, we can make them feel seen and valued, creating opportunities to speak life and encouragement into their lives. This book is a timely and important guide to restoring the art of listening in a world that desperately needs it.

Go and pre-order! I received an advance copy for an honest review from the publisher.