In The Lucado Inspirational Reader, by Max Lucado, the best of this renown pastor and author is gathered in one portable edition. Max discusses topics ranging from "The Church" to "Second Chances." This excellent book has something for everyone and meets needs of hungry hearts.
While reading, we feel that Max not only knows the Bible characters he describes, but that he also knows us--and he definitely knows the Father as well. He illustrates truths by sharing anecdotes of his family, such as his daughters' lemonade stand, a lesson in grace. He explains "the civil war of the soul; once we know the law we don't want to do it" (as Paul). To illustrate this, he relates driving down a back alley to avoid the daily traffic jam. When he discovers it is a one-way street, and he had been going the wrong way, he still wants to use it!
He describes God's amazing love for each of us: "Since he could not bear the thought of eternity without you, he chose the nails." Max's folksy, common sense writing style invites the reader to sit down with him and be comforted and encouraged. This is a book that belongs on everyone's book shelf. It can be studied as a daily devotional guide or just picked up for a few moments of spiritual refreshment. I highly recommend The Lucado Inspirational Reader; it's the perfect gift for others or for yourself.
I received an examination copy of this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed here are my own.
