How many Max Lucado books have I read? I don’t know for sure but it is a bunch. I remember reading my first one years ago and being absolutely captivated. I confess that now they all seem to run together. That is why I hesitated reading this one which is his newest book. However, a friend recommended it and she was right in that at least for me it was worth it.
Like all his other books, this book is easy to read. Each chapter stands alone and you can read one, put it down even for days, and pick it up and read another chapter without missing anything. It is like reading a devotional which is a great way to use Lucado’s books. Like all the rest, there were parts of the book that stuck with me. He shares a wonderful story from one of his children’s books called You Are Special. I won’t spoil it for you but for me it was worth it, just for this story about God’s love and grace. I guess I could have read the children’s book instead but that misses the point.
Since the topic concerns overcoming our fears, everyone can relate. Each chapter has some Biblical insight shared in a way that only Lucado can do. The chapter on raising kids he says, “Before they were ours, they were his. Even as they are ours, they are still his.” I guess every Christian parent knows that but he put it in a way that sticks.
So, if you have ever read one of Max’s books and did not like it, you won’t like this one. If you have read at least one and liked it, chances are you will enjoy this one too.