Book Review: Ten Words to Live By

 

*I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.*

Another quality book to be utilized for a Bible study written by Jen Wilkin.

I was first introduced to Wilkin when a friend of mine in college recommended None Like Him.  I devoured that book and have it on my "I-need-to-have-my-own-copy-of-this" list.  I thoroughly enjoy reading Wilkin's perspective and interpretation of the Scripture and how she goes into depth about applying Scripture to our lives.

The end of each chapter includes verses to reflect on, lit circle/Bible study questions, and a prayer.  (All the more why it's perfect for a Bible study setting).  Wilkin's writing is also easy to understand and follow and the structure of the book flows well.

I requested this book for two reasons.  First, I liked Wilkin's writing (as mentioned above).  Second, I wanted to know what ten words she would be referencing.  For someone who is as spiritual as me - faith is really important to me - I failed to pick up on the title referencing the Ten Commandments.  *cue face palm*.  This book allowed me to look at the Commandments in a whole new light and I was screenshotting/highlighting passages like nobody's business.  A few of my favorite quotes include:

"We must not make images of God because we ourselves bear the image of God." (pg. 42)

"More than the deliberate cessation of work for the purpose of decompressing, Sabbath is the deliberate cessation of any activity that might reinforce my belief in my own self-sufficiency." (pg. 65)

"What makes us discontented with our condition is the absurdly exaggerated idea we have of the happiness of others." (pg. 143)

Aren't those good nuggets?

Ten Words to Live By is packed with more like these and is a quick, thought-provoking read that inspires Christian readers to dig deeper into their faith and apply the Commandments to all aspects of their life.

Ten Words to Live By will be released March 30, 2021.  It will be available to purchase through major retailers, or my personal favorite book distributor, Bookshop.  Buy through Bookshop, support local bookstores!