The school books are "Dating with Integrity" and " The Westminster Shorter Catechism". Matt was reading the first book and I was reading it also. The second book is one that we (Hannah, Matt and I) were using as a base for Bible this year. We have had some good discussions as a result of reading and thinking through this book.
The first "fun" book is, "True Spirit" by Jessica Watson. I don't know if any of you followed her solo trip around the world in her boat as Rachel and I did, but this book is a fun read and brings back memories of time spent with Rachel talking about her trip and writing on her blog. We checked her blog daily and marked her trip on our map during school often learning more about the area of the world she was in at the time.
The other book I am reading is called, "Captivating" by John and Stasi Eldredge. What a great, encouraging and meaningful book. I have been reading this for a while as I read it in chunks and then digest it for a while. Here is a quote from Chapter Six, page 93 -
"You, dear heart, are the crown of creation, his glorious image bearer. And he will do everything it takes to rescue you and set your heart free."
Page 91.."You are passionately loved by the God of the universe. You are passionately hated by his Enemy."
Wow! What love!
Two more to recommend besides the Bible...
"A Lamp Unto My Feet" by Elisabeth Elliot - a devotional book
"The Power of a Praying Parent" and "The Power of a Praying Wife" by Stormie Omartian
Those books round out my morning devotional time. I usually start with "A Lamp Unto My Feet" and then read the Bible. I am currently in Isaiah 30. Then I pray through the next chapter in the "Power" books.
Lately I have found that my routine isn't anymore! I have picked up running 3x a week, which is so healthy for me and I enjoy it. (surprise, surprise) However, I have to eat breakfast before running or I run out of steam too quickly, then I get back and need to shower then have devotions...hmmm...I usually don't get up early enough to do all of those things before others are up and reading to go as well. So far, because it is summer, it works, but don't know how I will work it in the Fall. Any advice? Experience?
