Jane A.G. Kise Reviews

Added July 18, 2005

Finding and Following God's Will

Author: Jane A.G. Kise
Publisher: Bethany House
Available At: Bookstores Everywhere
Publishing Date: April 2005
Genre: Nonfiction: Christian Studies/Christian Life
Format: Trade Paperback
Price: $12.99
ISBN: 0-7642-0026-7
Reviewer: Phillip Tomasso III

I believe people from all walks of life struggle with a common set of issues. What is my purpose in life? Why am I here? Why do I exist? These questions are deep questions, worthy of constant consideration. As a disciple of Jesus, I often wonder why I was born and continually pray for an answer to my single most asked question, Lord, what do you want me to do? I ask it a million different ways. What should I say, or not say? What should I think, or not think? How should I act, or not act? Is this the job you want me doing, or is there something else out there I should be tackling? Am I the parent you want me to be, or am I so far off base you are losing patience?

Jane A.G. Kise's book, Finding and Following God's Will is an exceptional work that allows (or, maybe twists the arm of) readers to take a closer, more intimate look at him or her self. I love the way the book is put together. There are twelve defined chapters. To start, each chapter begins with a brief Biblical story intro, followed by a rendition of the actual story. But what I enjoyed most were the vignettes. Each chapter contains three life-stories written by people with experiences relative to the chapter's topic. The shared stories are touching, encouraging, frustrating and some times humorous. They are always relevant, stir emotions and cannot easily be forgotten. Each chapter ends with a brief, albiet, powerful prayer. The back of the book is an interactive Bible study separated chapter by chapter, asking questions about the selected Bible passages, and the vignettes. This portion of the book is perfect for self-study, or in a group environment.

Kise did a wonderful job compiling on-point pieces that promise to keep a reader turning pages. At least one story per chapter moved me to tears, oftentimes more than once per chapter. Kise clearly explores and answers many of my opening questions about my own purpose on this earth. Finding and Following God's Will was a blessing. Reading it brought me insight and peace.

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