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What Happens When Women Say Yes to God: Experiencing Life in Extraordinary Ways

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Lysa TerKeurst's book, What Happens When Women Say Yes to God, is all about divine surrender. Through scripture and personal experience, she serves as a guide as to what can be attained through developing a wonderful and complete relationship with God. She begins her story with what took place during a plane ride when God told her to give away her Bible. It was a tremendous decision because her personal Bible had all of her notes and several highlighted, tear-stained memories. Yet, she did as she was guided to do--and it changed not only her life, but the lives of two others.

The author shares that she was adopted by her stepfather when her Mom remarried. As the mother of three biological children, to adopt was a hard decision for her. Yet, once she connected with two teenage boys from war-torn Liberia, Africa, she began to reconsider. She knew that she would have her hands full with five children. Still, she decided to heed God's command, and states in her book how fulfilling life has been since she did that.

Lysa shares many other stories of her life. Her husband and she once found themselves blessed with a little extra money. She excitedly began to plan how she would spend the money. Her husband wanted to give the money to the ministry! She was beside herself because they were always giving and giving. She started out using kind words to persuade him and when that didn't work, she became cold and angry. So, he relented. Yet, God had a lesson in store for her! Once she gave into God's will, she was able to find the peace and the object she had been searching for.

The book is chock full of all kinds of wisdom and direction. There are also numerous Bible Study questions and quotations for all readers to follow. I enjoyed the book and its message.

Lysa TerKeurst is providing a simple word of advice for all women to take to heart: Let Go and Let God!

Armchair Interviews says: Simple but powerful message.

We have an Aglow Bible Study with all types of Christian Churches represented and find the Bible Study is perfect for the beginner and the seasoned Christian women. It has flowed with where we are and what
helps each of us. It is not so deep we lose the new Christians and all of us can learn something new from this Book.

We have about 18 ladies involved and I would recommend this for any
Bible Study Group seeking common growth in the common ground of our
belief in Jesus Christ.

This is really a great book. I'm taking it just one chapter at a time for maximum value - I want to remember what I'm reading. Each chapter has a study guide at the end. I would highly recommend this book for those who are interested in a closer walk with God.

I've been a Christian now for 17 years. All along thinking I have done the things the Lord has asked of me and yet when I read part of the first chapter online all of the sudden the flood gates opened up and I got swept away with how often I have told God NO. "Don't feel like witnessing tonight", "No I don't want to help in the nursery", "No I don't want to share God's word with anyone right now"....the mental list goes on and on. Humbling me before my Savior, recalling the number of years I've spent turning my back to Him and missing out on the blessings of touching another person's life, being where God wants me, letting my actions be His words and someone coming to Him because of it.

I haven't purchased this book yet, it's true, and it might be odd to write a review for a book that I haven't fully read. But I wasn't expecting to wake up this morning and start crying. I didn't know this was what God had in store for me today, I just figure I'd read something encouraging and get on with my day. I'm thankful that instead God directed me to this book, to finally say YES to Him. Definitely going to order this book and share it with others!

God bless you all!

What Happens When Women Say Yes to God by Lysa TerKeurst is a wonderful devotional for women on the go. We have so much going on in our lives, and this books short chapters and easy readability make it perfect for tucking in the car or your purse. TerKeurst encourages readers to listen carefully for God to speak in their lives, and when he does answer yes with an unrestrained YES! She relates several times in her life when she did so and was amply rewarded for it, and her stories, as well as her humble attitude, are inspiring. My one and only complaint was that sometimes the telling felt a bit rushed. I think that each chapter could have been made into a book; she packs in so much good information, I wasn't ready to stop reading, and sometimes I felt like I needed just a bit more advice or aid to really get the point. I've passed this book on to my aunt; it's a good enough read that you want to pass it on.

Lysa is a great storyteller who opening shares the ups and downs she faces in her walk with Jesus as she balances her duties at home, and in her ministry. I found this book to be such an easy read, and one that pulled me into her world with great wonder. She helped me understand that saying "yes to God" is what I was created for! There is much joy to be found in obedience. Mary Singer Wick, author of "My Heart's Desire: A Journey Toward Finding Extravagant Love"

My Bible Study did this short study and it is amazing. We enjoyed it so much.

This is a great bible study for both beginning and seasoned women getting to know God. Very easy to understand and read; making it easy for busy moms. We're so happy we started this bible study, can't wait to do another from the same author.

I love this book. I was only halfway through when I went and bought a copy for a friend. I have been a Christian for many years but never read God's word or prayed like I should and only said "yes" when convient for me. I felt God tugging and pulling at my heart to come closer and really have a personal relationship with Him. This book is helping me get there. Lysa has Bible verses, stories from the Bible and her own personal experiences that show us how we can "hear" God, conquer our fears and start living the life God has planned for us. At the end of each chapter is a set of questions that I absolutely love. It really makes you think about your own life and where God may be leading you. I am still a work in progress but so thankful I am breaking down the walls that have prevented me from saying "yes" in the past. Hope everyone who reads is as encouraged as I am.

Oh my goodness! I picked this book up at our local Christian bookstore a few months back. I truly believe that God used this book to change my life! I learned that if we really get in and read His word and position ourselves to hear Him, we will! There is so much more that God has in store for our lives, we just have be obedient to Him and He will lead us there. If we start out being obedient to God in those "little things", He will eventually trust us with those "bigger things." Oh my sister, if you are considering this book, please make the purchase. I have since purchased numerous more for friends and family. This book is highly recommened by me!