Honestly by Sheila Walsh Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Honestly
Book Review: Thank you Sheila
Summary: 5 Stars
I just want to thank Sheila for writing this book. For exposing her inner life to the world. The stuff which plagues us as christians, all of the facades, masks and "Shoulds" of christians.
Reaching out to those in pain and suffering, not turning our backs, loving one another and none of us are exempt from this.
Until many of us reach our dark valleys we dont seem to get it I think in some regards. As a Christian I have walked some painful valleys of my own and God does not promise a life without trials, pain and sorrow. I have learned so much about compassion and loving my brother as myself through my own trials.
Book Review: This book was wholeheartely wrote. AWESOME book!
Summary: 5 Stars
Sheila Walsh, is just one of the women, of the Women of Faith tour I saw in Eat Rutherford, NJ in 1998, and really touch my soul. Her simple way and her friendly approach stirred at my soul, and made me motivated to do the Lord's work. I was very impressed with this book, and she really let us into her life with her personal troubles, and how she dealt with them. She taught me from this book never judge a book by the cover. Sometimes, it's on the inside that could be troubling you, and how to bring everything to the Lord. 5 star book!Book Review: Wow!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have struggled with severe depression for about 15 year now. But it's something I felt I couldn't talk about until fairly recently. I have read a couple of Sheila's other books and wanted to read "Honestly" for a long time. I decided to see if the local library had it and they did. I have to admit, I was both nervous and excited to read this book. I was blown away by Sheila's vulnerablity and honesty. I could relate to much of what she wrote. It is a shame that a lot of people in evangelical churches don't know how to handle people with depression. Sheila also describes some of the hurtful things she experienced at the hands of Christians. The church should be a place of healing and restoration, but unfortunately, it is often a place of condemnation and judgement. I too have been wounded by hurtful. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has personally struggled with depression or desires to help someone with depression. Sheila's story is solidly rooted in Scripture and she gives some practical advice. She also offers encouragement to people who struggle with depression. I was especially convicted by the chapter on shame. Sheila also affirms that depression is an actual medical condition (something a lot of Christians just don't understand) and that its okay to seek help and take medication if necessary. This is a book of hope and will help you see that there is a way out of depression. Sheila emphasizes that the way out isn't quick, painless or easy. But it is worth it. I have just started on my own journey, and Sheila made me realize once again, that I am not alone.
I also highly recommend "Why I Jumped" By Tina Zahn.
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