Monday, September 26, 2016

The Least of These

I recently finished reading Melissa Jagears new book, A Heart Most Certain. It's one of those books that cause you to think and ask yourself questions long after you've read it. The main heroine is in need but has been tasked by the Teaville Moral Society to seek out a donation from the wealthiest man in town.

While he refuses to give a donation to her cause, he instead leads her on a path that makes her see the many needs of those in her community. Those that are often overlooked or disdained. It reminds me of this verse from Matthew 25:40 (NIV):

“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’

I love when I read a Christian novel that stirs my heart...not just because it's a great story but because of the message behind the words. I think that is the mark of a true storyteller. Jesus was the ultimate storyteller. :)

How about you? What things stir you as a reader? 
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8 comments:

  1. Mary PrestonSeptember 26, 2016 at 3:31 AM

    The struggle to find the light always stirs me.

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    1. Jodie WolfeSeptember 26, 2016 at 11:36 AM

      That's what we are all about...seeking The Light. :)

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  2. chappydebbieSeptember 26, 2016 at 4:17 AM

    Thanks for sharing.

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  3. Susan PSeptember 26, 2016 at 8:52 AM

    I love it when the Christian story convicts me and reminds me of lessons I need to be implementing in my own walk with God.

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    1. Jodie WolfeSeptember 26, 2016 at 11:36 AM

      I do too, Susan. It's also how I write my stories too.

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  4. Connie Porter SaundersSeptember 26, 2016 at 3:17 PM

    I love it when an author motivates me to deepen my relationship with Jesus and walk closer with Him.

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  5. Marilyn R. September 26, 2016 at 8:19 PM

    I enjoy stories that can be applied to my daily life and encourages me to walk closer to God. Thank you for sharing. God bless.

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