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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
Another kindle freebie. Interesting read but dragged quite a bit at times. I can't imagine going through what these people did!
The story of the Burnham's year-long captivity with Muslim terrorists in the Philippines is compelling. The book is the situation through Gracia's words and memory, so it is not made as dynamic as such a strong story could be if it were told by a master story-teller. It is, however, honest.
http://myadventuresintucson.blogspot.com/2007/12/book-review-in-presence-of-my-enemies.html
This was a tough one for me to listen (audiobook) to. Maybe because as the story unfolds I already knew what would happen. That said— I read it for spiritual growth not fun. From that viewpoint, here are some things I appreciated about the book:
Understanding Islamic culture and jihad better.
The picture of Martin and Gracia’s marriage. I was so inspired by the way the Lord encouraged them via each other. And by Martin’s indomitable faith and courage.
The testimony of the Lord’s faithfulness in daily needs.
The importance of knowing the Word and having it hidden in our hearts.
Understanding Islamic culture and jihad better.
The picture of Martin and Gracia’s marriage. I was so inspired by the way the Lord encouraged them via each other. And by Martin’s indomitable faith and courage.
The testimony of the Lord’s faithfulness in daily needs.
The importance of knowing the Word and having it hidden in our hearts.
I hadn't heard of these events before I got this book.
The author presents her story in such a real, truthful and inviting way to share in the horror of her year being kidnapped. Not having heard much about it before allowed to make just take the pace Gracie Burnham presents in her book.
An amazing woman, with an amazing story. And an even more graceful heart. I'm very glad she was able to revisit this tragedy to share with the world such weaknesses and strength.
The author presents her story in such a real, truthful and inviting way to share in the horror of her year being kidnapped. Not having heard much about it before allowed to make just take the pace Gracie Burnham presents in her book.
An amazing woman, with an amazing story. And an even more graceful heart. I'm very glad she was able to revisit this tragedy to share with the world such weaknesses and strength.
I heard Gracia Burnham speak at a women's retreat this past weekend, and I was so intrigued by her story that I had to read her book. Reading the book was as compelling as listening to Gracia speak. I highly recommend both.