Helpful Score: 4
"Nearing Home- Life, Faith, and Finishing Well" by Billy Graham
Billy Graham is such a well-known and very talented gospel preacher, that it will truly be a sad day when he finally is called home to heaven. Perhaps in the last book he will write, Mr. Graham reflects on his life and how he has lived. Now that he is in his early 90's he knows he is about at the end and sees each day as a gift. He misses his wife, Ruth, and longs to be reunited with her when he too dies.
The book has many reflections of Graham's life and ministry. He shares openly about his work, family and friends. He also challenges the reader to "finish well." There are many aspects to finishing life here on earth and he covers many of them chapter by chapter. Graham shares scriptures and personal stories from his life and the lives of others to illustrate his point.
"Nearing Home" is easy to read and very uplifting, considering the topic is sometimes viewed as a bit sad. The book is suitable for all ages, but I think most appropriate for middle to senior adults. Younger adults would glean much from the book, but I doubt many are ready for the message. It would be a good gift book for someone who is in the twilight years or nearing retirement.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their Booksneeze program. All opinions expressed are my own.
Billy Graham is such a well-known and very talented gospel preacher, that it will truly be a sad day when he finally is called home to heaven. Perhaps in the last book he will write, Mr. Graham reflects on his life and how he has lived. Now that he is in his early 90's he knows he is about at the end and sees each day as a gift. He misses his wife, Ruth, and longs to be reunited with her when he too dies.
The book has many reflections of Graham's life and ministry. He shares openly about his work, family and friends. He also challenges the reader to "finish well." There are many aspects to finishing life here on earth and he covers many of them chapter by chapter. Graham shares scriptures and personal stories from his life and the lives of others to illustrate his point.
"Nearing Home" is easy to read and very uplifting, considering the topic is sometimes viewed as a bit sad. The book is suitable for all ages, but I think most appropriate for middle to senior adults. Younger adults would glean much from the book, but I doubt many are ready for the message. It would be a good gift book for someone who is in the twilight years or nearing retirement.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their Booksneeze program. All opinions expressed are my own.
Naomi D. (nomer15) -
Helpful Score: 1
"Someday our life's journey will be over. In a sense we are all nearing home. As we do so, I pray that you and I may not only learn what it means to grow older but, with God's help, also learn to grow older with grace and find the guidance needed to finish well." --Billy Graham
Billy Graham is a man full of wisdom gained from 93 years of life experience and nearly as many years of Bible study and training. This book is a collection of his thoughts on growing older, on preparing for our eternal home, and how to finish life well. Although it is geared for people entering the autumn and winter seasons of their lives, there are so many sections that are appropriate for people of all ages. I found there were many things I could and should be applying to my own life now, well before reaching old age. My two personal favorite chapters were focused on laying a good foundation in your life, built on Christ our Solid Rock, and strengthening our roots by diving in to the Word of God, prayer, fellowship with other believers, and allowing ourselves to be used by God in whatever capacity He may choose to use us.
"Nearing Home" is a great resource for all ages, particularly for those entering their latter years. But all ages can benefit from the wisdom shared in the pages of this book.
(Ive received this complimentary book from Thomas Nelson Publishing House through the Book Sneeze program in exchange for a review. A positive review was not required and the views expressed in my review are strictly my own.)
Billy Graham is a man full of wisdom gained from 93 years of life experience and nearly as many years of Bible study and training. This book is a collection of his thoughts on growing older, on preparing for our eternal home, and how to finish life well. Although it is geared for people entering the autumn and winter seasons of their lives, there are so many sections that are appropriate for people of all ages. I found there were many things I could and should be applying to my own life now, well before reaching old age. My two personal favorite chapters were focused on laying a good foundation in your life, built on Christ our Solid Rock, and strengthening our roots by diving in to the Word of God, prayer, fellowship with other believers, and allowing ourselves to be used by God in whatever capacity He may choose to use us.
"Nearing Home" is a great resource for all ages, particularly for those entering their latter years. But all ages can benefit from the wisdom shared in the pages of this book.
(Ive received this complimentary book from Thomas Nelson Publishing House through the Book Sneeze program in exchange for a review. A positive review was not required and the views expressed in my review are strictly my own.)
Margaret M. (margaretlee) -
Great message--my only complaint is the narrator of this audio book, who tries his hardest to sound like Billy Graham, southern accent and all. He fails. But the message is still great.
I enjoyed this book even though I am far from retirement age. One can almost hear Billy Graham's voice speaking the words from the page. I thought often of my grandparents and parents, and how this book would be a great way to start the conversation with them about being prepared for our last earthly days. A good read.
