Sometimes you just want to sit with a friend who can guide you into truths to encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow. To experience that in the pages of a book, check out Open: 8 Ways to Flourish into Who God Created You to Be by Danielle CB Halverson.
In her debut, Danielle has created what is actually part one of a passion project to share a message to Christian encourage women. The eight ways of flourishing focused on in this book are Open Heart, Open Hands, Open Eyes, Open Ears, Open Mind, Open Mouth, Open Nose, and Open Arms. Written in an easy, conversational style, each chapter includes personal stories, prayers, Bible verses, questions to ask yourself, a portion of Scripture to look up, and things to ponder. The book can be easily used on your own or as a study with a small group. While I felt it was specifically written toward a young believer, those who have been walking in faith for decades can still find truths and surprising connections to reflect upon in this helpful book. A friend who lives on the other side of the country read this at the same time as I did so we could discuss it after we finished a chapter. The chapters on Open Ears and Open Nose included teaching that was either new to me or something I needed to hear at the moment I was reading. I highly recommend checking out this book.
