Consider the Lillies
Consider the Lillies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God
By: Jonny Ardavanis
1. Would you Recommend this Book?
YES! If you or someone you love struggles with anxiety then this book is a must read.
2. What is the Main Point?
You don’t have to be anxious because God’s character is worthy to be trusted.
3. Which Parts should I read if I’m short on Time?
Part II (Chapters 6-12) give an indepth view of the character of God and why we can find peace in him. One chapter that is a must is Chapter 7: Forever Himself, Forever Good.
4. Why does this book Matter?
As anxiety continues to squeeze the life out of many Christians, Ardavanis’ book offers the remedy of setting our eyes on God’s character, particularly from Jesus’s words in Matthew 6, as our truest hope of dealing with being anxious.
5. Is this Book an “Easy-Read?”
It is an easy read but it is long (256 pages). Don’t be in a rush on this one and take time to really consider the questions at the end of each chapter. While it’s an easy read, it’s also a weighty topic that requires you to slow down.
6. Who is this Author and what did you think of their writing?
Jonny Ardavanis is the pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church in Franklin Tennessee. Spending many years as a camp counselor and working with teenagers and young adults he understands the wide net of anxiety that ensnares so many. I really like his writing and think it’s helpful how he maneuvers through theology, real life experiences and personal application.
7. What is One Key Take-Away or Application for my life?
While therapy and counseling are great resources, we will never truly find peace outside of the character of God. Continually set your eyes and mind on Christ and who he is to combat the daily struggle with anxiety.
8. What was One point of Disagreement?
I was on high alert when reading this book because of how often topics such as anxiety can be mishandled or not really offering the hope and encouragement people need. However, this book is very encouraging and correcting as it sets your eyes on the sovereignty of God in a much need, loving and biblical way.
9. What are any other things that stood out to You?
He does a great job of digging into the depth of anxiety that people are facing as well as how far reaching it is in our younger generations.
10. Have you read any books similar to this one that you would recommend one to read first to help with this one?
A Small Book for the Anxious Heart by Edward Welch. Knowing God’s Peace by Paul Tautges.
By: Jonny Ardavanis
1. Would you Recommend this Book?
YES! If you or someone you love struggles with anxiety then this book is a must read.
2. What is the Main Point?
You don’t have to be anxious because God’s character is worthy to be trusted.
3. Which Parts should I read if I’m short on Time?
Part II (Chapters 6-12) give an indepth view of the character of God and why we can find peace in him. One chapter that is a must is Chapter 7: Forever Himself, Forever Good.
4. Why does this book Matter?
As anxiety continues to squeeze the life out of many Christians, Ardavanis’ book offers the remedy of setting our eyes on God’s character, particularly from Jesus’s words in Matthew 6, as our truest hope of dealing with being anxious.
5. Is this Book an “Easy-Read?”
It is an easy read but it is long (256 pages). Don’t be in a rush on this one and take time to really consider the questions at the end of each chapter. While it’s an easy read, it’s also a weighty topic that requires you to slow down.
6. Who is this Author and what did you think of their writing?
Jonny Ardavanis is the pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church in Franklin Tennessee. Spending many years as a camp counselor and working with teenagers and young adults he understands the wide net of anxiety that ensnares so many. I really like his writing and think it’s helpful how he maneuvers through theology, real life experiences and personal application.
7. What is One Key Take-Away or Application for my life?
While therapy and counseling are great resources, we will never truly find peace outside of the character of God. Continually set your eyes and mind on Christ and who he is to combat the daily struggle with anxiety.
8. What was One point of Disagreement?
I was on high alert when reading this book because of how often topics such as anxiety can be mishandled or not really offering the hope and encouragement people need. However, this book is very encouraging and correcting as it sets your eyes on the sovereignty of God in a much need, loving and biblical way.
9. What are any other things that stood out to You?
He does a great job of digging into the depth of anxiety that people are facing as well as how far reaching it is in our younger generations.
10. Have you read any books similar to this one that you would recommend one to read first to help with this one?
A Small Book for the Anxious Heart by Edward Welch. Knowing God’s Peace by Paul Tautges.
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