7 by Jen Hatmaker

A friend of mine recommended the book "7" to our Bible Study. At reading the "description" paragraph I was hooked. I had to know more. So, I immediately downloaded the book on my Nook and started reading. I was awe-struck. It spoke right to my heart.

On Jen Hatmaker's blog, she writes, "I just wanted to be more like Jesus... except when I didn't." Ahhh- that's it! I want to be more like Jesus-- but I don't want to give up all my comforts. I want to be generous, but I am scared.

How can I be authentic? This is not meant to be about me... but about getting out of the way to make more room for focusing on God and God's people.

So, I am following her book- I am going to take the next seven weeks (Lent- perfect timing), and I am going to simplify and focus on generosity, Jesus, and my neighbor.