Reader Comments...
A compelling read. Certalic paints a masterpiece of what it looks like to live in deep, authentic, healing relationship with God, others, and himself. Instead of tellings us to do this, he shows. I highly recommend it.
- Ruth E. Van Reken, Co-Author, "Third Culture Kids: Growing Up Among Worlds"
You will find yourself wanting to put the book down after each chapter so you can run out and find someone to love well!
- Devri Wickwire, Missionary to Cyprus and Asia
This is a must read for missionaries, ministers, and those like us, who think God might be done with them. John’s insights will be incredibly helpful tools you can use in every relationship. You will learn to listen with new ears to the heartbeat of those around you, and heal your own as you care for others.
- Kellie and Jason Knapp, Missions Pastor-Elmbrook Church, Brookfield, WI
The Author’s honesty, vulnerability and compassion in sharing his life story caused me to examine my own life story. It has made me ask the hard questions he raises in dealing with fear, anger, depression, and unforgiveness - all so that I can find God's healing and restoration.
- S.K, , former missionary to China
My heart resonated with so many of the author’s life stories that seemed to mirror some of my own. I found myself laughing out loud, then choking back sobs, and finally just letting my teardrops stain the pages of the book. I heartily recommend this book if you want an authentic read that will leave you enriched, challenged and changed.
- Deborah S., former missionary to Morocco
I recommend this book for missionaries, pastors and their staff, Bible college and seminary faculty and students, small group leaders, and anyone who wants to live a richer relational journey.
- Mike Frans, Grace Church pastor, Delafield, WI.
The author models from his own life the "how to's" of building better relationships. The stories he shares are very easy to identify with. There is something in this book for everyone.
- Bill Schuit, Global Ministries Director, Liebenzell USA
John’s honest and open sharing gives a practical look at not only the hopefulness and blessing of the reconciliation process, but also the hope and peace available to us, even when relational difficulties don’t end the way we want them to.
- Susan, Missionary in Europe
I loved this story, it was filled with so many applicable lessons in life about listening to one another, allowing ourselves to follow our gut, and living a life in search of beauty and love. I cried my eyes out and laughed out loud; this book was filled with the best of emotions
- Amazon reviewer