The Nightstand
Kirstin is an Audible gal while Melissa loves to hold beautiful books in her hands. Whatever your fancy, when there is so much to read, where do you start? Here are some of our favorites that we believe may feed your soul, inspire your kids, and stretch your thinking.
Seven Women: And the Secret of Their Greatness // Eric Metaxas
Seven Women covers the lives of Joan of Arc, Susanna Wesley, Hannah More, Sister Maria of Paris, Corrie ten Boom, Rosa Parks, and Mother Teresa. Maybe you have heard about one or two of these extraordinary women but all of them lived inspiring lives that were guided by a call to live beyond themselves. A little history, a lot of depth and needed encouragement to live in greatness wherever God is calling you to be. 
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It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered // Lysa Terkeurst
Life often looks so very different than we hoped or expected. Some events just catch us off guard for a moment; others though can shatter us completely. Lysa TerKeurst understands this deeply. But she's also discovered that our disappointments can be the divine appointments our souls need to radically encounter God. This book is a great read and one that you will want to go back to for her wisdom and nuggets of truth! Available on Amazon Buy Now
Counterfeit Gods: The Empty Promises of Money, Sex, and Power, and the Only Hope that Matters // Timothy Keller
Success, true love, and the life you've always wanted. Many of us have placed our faith in these things only to be let down. There is only one thing... one God who can wholly satisfy our cravings—and now is the perfect time to meet Him again, or for the first time. Available on Amazon Buy Now
Capital Gaines: Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff // Chip Gaines
Okay, this book is on our bookshelf because sometimes you just need a funny, quick read. Enjoy this one this summer! Available on Amazon Buy Now
