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This book was thoughtfully put together. Each chapter had a different theme about Susanna Wesley and then expounded on what we can learn. "The authors provide us with contemporary illustrations and faith-building stories that parallel Susanna's experiences of walking out her faith."

What impressed me was her discipline; with herself and her children. She remained consistent in both areas of her life. Susanna also spent time examining her heart. As a result of her meditations, the letters she wrote to her children are deep and well thought out.

This book shook me to the core. A true story about a rich Texas guy, his wife, and a homeless man and how their paths all crossed. This book talks about modern day slavery, the homeless, Christians following God's calling and serving the poor, and broken hearted. This book is well written; one that I had a hard time putting down. It challenged my thoughts, beliefs, and actions!

This is the second book, written to tell the good that came in the lives of those who read the first book. Part of me liked the book and it made me feel all warm inside; the other part of me wished it wasn't written allowing the "good works" to remain out of the spot light. The authors also quote various people and included their coarse language in the quote. I gave the first book a thumbs up, but was disappointed with the second book.

This book gave me a whole new understanding for those parenting children with special needs. Emily Colson, daughter of Chuck Colson writes in a loving, realistic, and detailed way about her son Max who is autistic. They had to over come many obstacles and learn to lean on God. I love the support her family and church family shows her. 

Eric Metaxas did it again! This book is in a league of its own. He writes about Joan of Arc, Susanna Wesley, Hannah More, Maria Skobtsova, Corrie ten Boom, Rosa Parks, and Mother Teresa; all remarkable women who deserve to have their story told.