Follow Naomi as she talks to women working in brothels in Mumbai; survivors of an Indonesian tsunami in which more than 160,000 lives were lost; a young girl waiting on an operation to save her life; and victims of domestic violence horrifically burned by fire. Be still with her when she realizes the pain she feels in the face of these extreme injustices reveals a common struggle that exists within all of humanity. And rise with her as she wrestles with confusion over her identity, comes face to face with redemption, and then begins to understand her own story ... and to find her calling. The Scent of Water will open your eyes to the complexities of the world, showing you pain can also be beauty, and how each are found in the unlikeliest of places. Zacharias doesn't have all the answers. But she has hope and encouragement that will empower you to find and begin the adventure of your life.
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Naomi Zacharias graduated from Wheaton College. After working in sales for Coca-Cola, she joined RZIM and launched Wellspring International, an initiative devoted to providing financial grants to international efforts working with at-risk women and children. Naomi has spent time in red-light districts in The Netherlands, India, and Thailand; foster homes for children affected by HIV/AIDS throughout Asia; hospitals providing surgical treatment for women who have been victims of violence in the Congo; women's prisons in South Africa; displacement camps in Indonesia, Uganda and Pakistan; areas of the Middle East offering aid to Iraqi refugees; and areas of Southeast Asia devastated by the tsunami of 2004. Naomi recently met and married her husband, Drew, in Florence, Italy. They currently live in Oxford, England.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Naomi Zacharias is a gifted writer who masterfully weaves together stories of loss, disappointment, survival, hope, and love - both personal and from women around the world - to show that despite nationality, circumstances, and profession, we are all the same.
Naomi says that "a statistic is always different than a face," and this book gives flesh to some of the statistics associated with prostitution, poverty, suffering, and injustice. The stories are powerful, challenging, and transforming.
This is a page turning, soul stirring book. It is a great reminder that while pain and loss are not enjoyable, and often not explainable, in time they have the ability to draw us into a deeper, richer relationship with God and with those around us.
Naomi says that "a statistic is always different than a face," and this book gives flesh to some of the statistics associated with prostitution, poverty, suffering, and injustice. The stories are powerful, challenging, and transforming.
This is a page turning, soul stirring book. It is a great reminder that while pain and loss are not enjoyable, and often not explainable, in time they have the ability to draw us into a deeper, richer relationship with God and with those around us.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Wow, this is a powerful and moving book. Right from the start, you're drawn in to Zacharias' incredible stories and her unique ability to weave insights, perspective and truth into seemingly broken and hopeless situations. She writes with refreshing honesty about her own life - the struggles, pressures and disappointments as things haven't turned out exactly as hoped. Who can't relate to those kinds of feelings? But thankfully, Zacharias shares the grace, hope, and redemption that she has found.
As I read through "The Scent of Water", I regularly found myself completely captivated by Zacharias' stories and then powerfully challenged at the close of each chapter with how stories tied together and truth was revealed.
If you have a heart for the work of justice, compassion and mercy worldwide, you need to read this book. If you're struggling with purpose, joy and the path your life is taking, you need to read this book. If you desire to learn profound biblical truth in the context of real-world stories, you need to read this book.
As I read through "The Scent of Water", I regularly found myself completely captivated by Zacharias' stories and then powerfully challenged at the close of each chapter with how stories tied together and truth was revealed.
If you have a heart for the work of justice, compassion and mercy worldwide, you need to read this book. If you're struggling with purpose, joy and the path your life is taking, you need to read this book. If you desire to learn profound biblical truth in the context of real-world stories, you need to read this book.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By W. Morris
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Excellent. It needs to be read through to the last chapter. The author brings it to a marvelous conclusion, and ties it all together as the spiritual journey of her life so far. It is the story of us all, for it is the story of God's grace extended to mankind. Highly recommended.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very inspirational
I love Rav Zacharias and his daughter Naomi has a unique writing style. The book is entertaining and inspiring all the way through. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Bunny
4.0 out of 5 stars
Rare Pearls.
This fine, poetic book by Naomi Zacharias is described best by it's subtitle. Grace for every kind of broken. Read more
Published 3 months ago by TheophilusFarrell4
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book
I finally purchased this book after having it on my Amazon wish list for a while, but my reading of it was perfectly timed. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Tara
5.0 out of 5 stars
The BEST book I have ever read in a long time.
I have to be honest with you guys first of all. I really didn't expect anything much from this book. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Hyo Sun Kwon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best book I've ever read
This is probably the best book I've ever read. Naomi has such a unique style of writing that really ties the reader in and really helps you relate regardless of your own... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jennifer Vanderpool
4.0 out of 5 stars
An enjoyable read
I purchased this book at the recommendation of a friend.
Zacharias had many excellent things to say and her writing stirred my heart for those abused and discarded by... Read more
Zacharias had many excellent things to say and her writing stirred my heart for those abused and discarded by... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Steph
3.0 out of 5 stars
Gospel is Missing In Action
This book is the story of Naomi Zacharias' work and life with Wellspring International. You could call this an autobiography of her life, sort of, since she talks about some... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Elizabeth Elliott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Why I'm re-reading this book
Rare is the book I will re-read, particularly so quickly after reading the book for the first time. This book qualifies easily. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mark B. Regazzi
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Scent of Water
Everyone should read this book. It was my first introduction into the world of human trafficking. Naomi's father is a well-known Christian author, speaker and apologist. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Monika Craig
4.0 out of 5 stars
A very real look at life at its best and worst
I really enjoyed reading this book and the stories told are truly captivating. It can be hard to explain the horrible things that happen in this world and many people wonder why... Read more
Published 15 months ago by L.Rose
