Review: Words That Hug You!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 8, 2013
I picked up this book by Cassandra Baker Durham at a moment I felt completely knocked down, crushed, and bowed over with discouragement.This book is written in such a way as to get you past 30 days with words of encouragement--to be fully persuaded. (smile)  I personally didn't need 30 days, as I am already fully persuaded. But what I did need in my moment of discouragement was to read her personal testimony that made me feel as if she was sitting right beside me, speaking in a sistah-girl voice, saying in essence, "C'mon, you can do this! Don't give up!" while using scriptural reminders. Each chapter allows you to digest a scriptural thought and enjoy an exercise at the end that will allow you to reflect and meditate on how God has helped you overcome some adversity in your life.Christians understand that it is mostly in retrospect that we may reflect on how God has been there, holding on to us while walking us through some adversity--some weakness--some challenge.  While He does this mostly through his word the bible, He can and often does use others to encourage us as well.  You will not be disappointed by picking this book up!  I know the words will reach out and hug you to your heart as it did me!