When
the opportunity to read and review Sheri Rose Shepherd’s newest book, His
Treasure Gems of Love from Your King, was presented I was excited at the
prospect of reading her work. I’ve heard
some of her conference messages and found Sheri to be a very compelling
speaker.
Based
on her writing, I would say that Sheri has a love for the Lord and heart for
women. She desires that the women will
grasp the love that God has for them and the blessings that come to a woman who
loves the Lord, increasingly trusts and obeys Him.
I
found many of the Treasures to be very encouraging, convicting and healing as they touched
tender spots where I have emotional wounds that need the Lord’s healing.
Sheri’s love and passion for the Lord comes through in her
writing.
I
also want to share how I struggled with this book. My struggle is with the style or genre of
this book as if God is speaking to the reader.
I would have felt more comfortable if instead the writer was praying to
God. It’s easy to not accurately
represent God, because we see Him through our own unique perspective that is
colored by our life and experiences. I
also felt like the sovereignty and holiness of God was somewhat lacking. The focus seemed to be on the person to whom
God was talking and less focused on God.
As portrayed, God seemed to be gently trying to persuade the beloved
child or daughter and was seldom revealed as God, the absolute Authority to
Whom we will give an account. I would
have also appreciated if scripture references had been given that would line up
to the words God was speaking.
I
would like to thank Tyndale House Publishers for providing a complimentary copy
of this book.
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