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Review: The Rekindled Heart

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I acknowledge that it's easy for me to fall into a spiritual rut and treat walking with God like a checklist. I fall into these bouts knowingly and unknowingly, so I was quite keen to read The Rekindled Heart by Mark Y. Yarbrough as both a refresher and a reminder of how to energize my spiritual life again. This book was just what I needed and it's one that I will continue to reflect on in the coming days and weeks.

Many thanks to Moody Publishers for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

Book Synopsis

Sometimes our faith needs to be revived.

You started your spiritual life with a burst of joy, feeling deep gratitude to Christ for saving you. You rejoiced with a sense of belonging in the family of God. And likely, you couldn’t wait to open your Bible, to worship, to share your faith with others. But somewhere along the way, your passion for the Lord faded. Your spiritual journey became a slog.

The Rekindled Heart was written for you. Bible teacher and seminary president with a shepherd's heart, Mark Yarbrough helps you rekindle the joy of your salvation by guiding you back to six core essentials for reviving your faith.

  • Devotion—Bold Trust in God’s Word
  • Dependence—A Full God-Reliance on God’s Power
  • Love— Authentic Compassion for Others
  • Holiness—Relentless Pursuit of God-Honoring Excellence
  • Servanthood—Genuine Selflessness
  • World Impact—Courageous Zeal for God’s World

Biblically rich, theologically sound, and with real-life applications that connect to all ages, this book delivers a compelling reminder of the seriousness of following Jesus and the limitless experience of God’s power and provision for anyone who believes His Word.

Source: Amazon

Book Thoughts

This is a book where the content offered is simple, though not easy, making it an approachable and encouraging guide. It serves as a reminder that there are seasons in life where things may feel dry or empty; however, it doesn't mean that the season has to last indefinitely. I appreciate the concept that feeling distant from God doesn't have to come from deep trauma or life-altering events; it can be the most mundane of reasons that causes us to slightly veer away from Him. Yet, in God's grace and mercy, He is waiting for us to turn back and will lovingly receive us with open arms.

The six essentials that Mark M. Yarbrough shares are not performative works but small actions of faith that align with the posture of a heart desiring to be close with God again. It's a gentle nudge toward the things that can warm our faith after it has cooled down, with personal anecdotes and illustrations from the Bible that demonstrate how other believers have grappled with similar experiences. I love that this book can be useful for all ages and stages, whether for youth and young adults or those who have walked with the Lord for many years. Readers looking for a succinct and guilt-free resource on how to rekindle their hearts toward God will appreciate the hope and joy infused in this book.

Book Summary

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  • Recommendation: ๐Ÿ‘

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