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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
My rating of 3 seems a bit harsh so I’d say honestly more like 3.5. It wasn’t bad but it wasn’t life changing either. I appreciated the truth bombs included and I took several important things to know and live out, but it felt like all of the important stuff was surrounded by fluff. Likely a better read for mothers rather than college students but there’s good truth in it.
This book was so good for my soul. The applications are easy, but still challenge you to look deep inside and reflect. I loved the authors vulnerability and willing to write and share this book.
I don’t feel comfortable rating this type of book so I’m just going to write out my review.
I started this book with a Bible study group on Facebook that kinda fell through the cracks so I continued reading on my own and doing the workbook along with it. Although some parts hit home for me most of it didn’t. I’m not really the control type of woman just a go with the flow type. I do try to plan things out in a way to feel somewhat organized in my life. This is my first devotional type book on my own journey to grow closure to Christ so I enjoyed the further look into the scripture part of the book. Overall I felt I forced myself through this book but that wouldn’t be true if I fell into the type of person it was mostly directed at. If your looking for a scripture based devotional to help you gain control over your control this is definitely the book for you.
I started this book with a Bible study group on Facebook that kinda fell through the cracks so I continued reading on my own and doing the workbook along with it. Although some parts hit home for me most of it didn’t. I’m not really the control type of woman just a go with the flow type. I do try to plan things out in a way to feel somewhat organized in my life. This is my first devotional type book on my own journey to grow closure to Christ so I enjoyed the further look into the scripture part of the book. Overall I felt I forced myself through this book but that wouldn’t be true if I fell into the type of person it was mostly directed at. If your looking for a scripture based devotional to help you gain control over your control this is definitely the book for you.
How many times can I say “I needed this”? I just about depleted the ink in my highlighter. I loved the analogies and the anecdotes that hit home. I’m hopeful to reprogram my brain to go to God with my plans before I make them. It is all under control- God’s control. And I can’t find rest until I realize that and make it a practice in my life. Women- read this!
Today, we are bombarded with all kinds of messages and there is so much to try to "manage," also known as control. As a Type A woman, who doesn't want to admit my "control issues," this book was so helpful. I love how Jennifer offers both Scripture-based and practical tips on how to let go.
"You don't have to be more than you are. But you also don't have to be less."
That quote is the message of this entire book, and it is a message that so many of us need.
Goodness, it took me a while to get through this book, not because it's large or difficult to digest, but just because of my own time commitments and such. Amazingly, the message of this book kept me from feeling guilty for not finishing when I intended to or feeling to the need to put other things aside to speed up my reading. I know that sounds silly but when you have reading goals and reviewing goals, then sometime the pressure is on to read even more often and speed read when possible. This wasn't the type of book that I wanted to speed read.
There were parts that didn't speak to me personally, although I believe they would speak to another women in a different situation. But then some chapters, I highlighted nearly every word...literally.
Sections of this book could be read and reread consistently just as sweet, fresh reminders of who we, who we can be be and are meant to be, and why God needs us to remain ourselves and not copy everyone else.
I love the 3 personality definitions that she gives--I am 100% a "Darling" according to her categories--and the scriptures and guides that she gives for each characterization are spot on. I love that she gives motivations, kryptonites, mottos for healthier living and key verses to lean on for each (The Driver, the Devoter and the Darling).
Also, the cover is beautiful and the writing style is so relatable! Will read more from this author!
That quote is the message of this entire book, and it is a message that so many of us need.
Goodness, it took me a while to get through this book, not because it's large or difficult to digest, but just because of my own time commitments and such. Amazingly, the message of this book kept me from feeling guilty for not finishing when I intended to or feeling to the need to put other things aside to speed up my reading. I know that sounds silly but when you have reading goals and reviewing goals, then sometime the pressure is on to read even more often and speed read when possible. This wasn't the type of book that I wanted to speed read.
There were parts that didn't speak to me personally, although I believe they would speak to another women in a different situation. But then some chapters, I highlighted nearly every word...literally.
Sections of this book could be read and reread consistently just as sweet, fresh reminders of who we, who we can be be and are meant to be, and why God needs us to remain ourselves and not copy everyone else.
I love the 3 personality definitions that she gives--I am 100% a "Darling" according to her categories--and the scriptures and guides that she gives for each characterization are spot on. I love that she gives motivations, kryptonites, mottos for healthier living and key verses to lean on for each (The Driver, the Devoter and the Darling).
Also, the cover is beautiful and the writing style is so relatable! Will read more from this author!
[@tyndalehouse #partner] January seemed like the perfect month to read through @dukeslee latest book on my favorite topic - control.
As someone who is driven, ambitious, and a bit of a control freak, It’s All Under Control was both affirming and challenging. Lee walks us through the problems we encounter when we demand life happen on our own terms and try to control the outcome of every decision - and what can be different when we recognize who God is, what He is really asking us to do, and how to let go of things we are NOT asked to do.
I’ve read so many books that tell me to work less, take a back seat, and just enjoy the ride. That is NOT who I am. I am driver who feels alive when I’m making things happen and helping others move towards their goals. It felt affirming to realize the talents and strengths God gave me can be tools for loving others well. But they can also lead me to major burn out, if I try to do it ALL. The chapters helped me evaluate my priorities, realize where I’m overcommitting because I’m afraid others won’t get it right, and let go of things I’m not called to do.
So if you’re also a control freak looking for a good book to read, I recommend this one. 😉 Have you read this? What did you think?
Thank you @tyndalehouse for the free book!
#bookstagrammer #kcbookstagram #theunreadshelfproject2019 #unreadshelfproject2019 #jenniferdukeslee #itsallundercontrol #whatiread #bookreview #partner #tyndalehouse
As someone who is driven, ambitious, and a bit of a control freak, It’s All Under Control was both affirming and challenging. Lee walks us through the problems we encounter when we demand life happen on our own terms and try to control the outcome of every decision - and what can be different when we recognize who God is, what He is really asking us to do, and how to let go of things we are NOT asked to do.
I’ve read so many books that tell me to work less, take a back seat, and just enjoy the ride. That is NOT who I am. I am driver who feels alive when I’m making things happen and helping others move towards their goals. It felt affirming to realize the talents and strengths God gave me can be tools for loving others well. But they can also lead me to major burn out, if I try to do it ALL. The chapters helped me evaluate my priorities, realize where I’m overcommitting because I’m afraid others won’t get it right, and let go of things I’m not called to do.
So if you’re also a control freak looking for a good book to read, I recommend this one. 😉 Have you read this? What did you think?
Thank you @tyndalehouse for the free book!
#bookstagrammer #kcbookstagram #theunreadshelfproject2019 #unreadshelfproject2019 #jenniferdukeslee #itsallundercontrol #whatiread #bookreview #partner #tyndalehouse