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Summary: One of the best I've read - a real eye-opener
Review: I was immediately captivated by this book. Each chapter begins with an illustration which ties right into Kenn's point. He paints pictures in your mind with the descriptions of these illustrations. The anaologies he draws from these are amazingly relevant and thought provoking. I took more notes from this book than any other. God used this book in a special way as it seemed like each chapter was designed for the day I read it. I look forward to reading more of Kenn's books.
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Summary: one of my favorite Bible stories
Review: I've always loved the story of Hannah, so I was thrilled to see that someone had published a book on her prayer, which is about living a life humbly attuned to God's will.
Well written in a "folksy" but simple style, Mr. Gividen casts a wide net with this little book, as it would be appealing and easily understood by even a very young person with good reading skills...I kept thinking as I read it, how I would have enjoyed this book in my youth.This small, sturdily made volume has a good layout, nice paper, and a font size that's much appreciated by my sometimes tired eyes.
The chapters are well thought out and organized, and I especially like the contrasting terms...the examples of "trusting vs. tempting" in Chapter 2, the "preparational vs. punitive" stages of "brokeness" in Chapter 3, and "switchblade or scalpel ?" in Chapter 9. The analogy of the ketchup packet is priceless, and I was very moved by the final chapter. I'm giving this the highest rating, because I think Mr. Gividen succeeded nicely in his goals with this book, and I hope it reaches a large audience.
I'd highly recommend it as a family book to read and discuss together...it would make a great teaching tool, and though it helps to be familiar with the Bible, and have one handy for the notes at the end of each chapter, Christians and non-Christians alike can benefit and learn from Hannah's example, as it expresses universal truths.
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Summary: I Thought it was very helpful
Review: Mr. Gividen is a gifted writer, and the Prayer of Hannah is a great help to anyone who wants to grow closer to God. I like the fact that the book is about making God happy, which is the way to blessing in life.
I have read a lot of books, both Christian and otherwise, and I can say that the Prayer of Hannah is written with both insight and humor, and is a great exposition of that beloved Bible story.
Growing closer to God is sometimes hard. We need to get out of our comfort zone and make some sacrifices. But when we do, the blessings do come to us, and then there will be rewards in heaven on top of that. Serving God is thus a pleasure, and Mr. Gividen helps us to remember that fact.
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