Falling Free: Rescued from the Life I Always Wanted
From the publisher: "Shannan Martin had the perfect life: a cute farmhouse on six rambling acres, a loving husband, three adorable kids, money, friends, a close-knit church—a safe, happy existence. But when the bottom dropped out, the Martins followed God's call to something radically different: a small house on the other side of the urban tracks, a shoestring income, a challenged public school, and the harshness of a county jail (where her husband is now chaplain). And yet the family's plunge from "safety" was the best thing that could have happened to them." Add Audible narration for $11.49.
More info →The Ministry of Ordinary Places: Waking Up to God’s Goodness Around You
From the publisher: "It can be easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to live a life of intention and meaning. Where do we even begin? Shannan Martin offers a surprisingly simple answer: uncover the hidden corners of our cities and neighborhoods and invest deeply in the lives of people around us. She walks us through her own discoveries about the vital importance of paying attention, as well as the hard but rewarding truth about showing up and committing for the long haul, despite the inevitable encounters with brokenness and uncertainty."
More info →Start with Hello: (And Other Simple Ways to Live as Neighbors)
Over the past few years, we have all had to deal with loneliness, isolation, and disconnection. Shannan Martin says connecting with our neighbors will lead to security, camaraderie and joy. We can be open-hearted and empathetic with our community, seeing past what divides us and finding our common ground. Shannan’s funny but challenging stories about her diverse and complex neighborhood makes being a good neighbor accessible to everyone. Practical tips abound in this conversational read.
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