becomingbookbybook's review
5.0
Intimacy. Service. Community. These are the three soils in which Banning Liebscher says that we are planted in order to grow root systems in God that lead to last fruit. He used the life of David, a man who had a firm and solid relationship with God and also bore fruit that still lasts to this day, as his primary example throughout the book.
He did a great job of conveying the importance of each of these soils as well as supporting each of his point with Scripture, which is so helpful and important for me as I grow up in Christ. Because of this book, I am better able to understand how and why each of these three soils is vital to my growth and essential if I want to fulfill the calling that God has placed on my life. As someone that is planted in the soil of intimacy at the moment, I'm excited to move into the soils of service and community in His time.
I would definitely recommend this book to anybody that wants insight into God's development process in their lives.
He did a great job of conveying the importance of each of these soils as well as supporting each of his point with Scripture, which is so helpful and important for me as I grow up in Christ. Because of this book, I am better able to understand how and why each of these three soils is vital to my growth and essential if I want to fulfill the calling that God has placed on my life. As someone that is planted in the soil of intimacy at the moment, I'm excited to move into the soils of service and community in His time.
I would definitely recommend this book to anybody that wants insight into God's development process in their lives.
francwoods's review
4.0
Good insights into strengthening, maintaining, and even growing our spiritual roots of faith.
chrishjunge's review
challenging
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Great book on the principles of being rooted in the faith as outlined in the life of King David. This book will challenge you, inspire you, and make you think more about the ways in which your life could be more intentionally devoted to faith.
alitrevisan105's review
5.0
THIS BOOK WAS AMAZING. Exactly what I needed. Perfect and timely and just .. dang.
I’ll be recommending this book foreverrrr and probably retreading soon.
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Ironically I had to re-read this book for grad school and I am so happy that I had to. Instead of reading, this time I listened to the audiobook and it was equally impactful.
In Rooted, Banning Liebscher talks about the importance of being rooted in three separate soils. Looking at the life of David and his journey from anointing to his appointment and legacy as the king of Israel, we see how David lived a life that was born out of intimacy with God. Through the soil of intimacy, community and serving we are equipped to walk out God's calling in our lives.
I’ll be recommending this book foreverrrr and probably retreading soon.
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Ironically I had to re-read this book for grad school and I am so happy that I had to. Instead of reading, this time I listened to the audiobook and it was equally impactful.
In Rooted, Banning Liebscher talks about the importance of being rooted in three separate soils. Looking at the life of David and his journey from anointing to his appointment and legacy as the king of Israel, we see how David lived a life that was born out of intimacy with God. Through the soil of intimacy, community and serving we are equipped to walk out God's calling in our lives.
orlanerosette's review
5.0
Must Read
This was the first Christian book I’ve read and I feel like I have honestly been sleeping on this genre. I’ve never heard of the author before this book which was a gift, but the timing of receiving this book couldn’t have been better. It’s definitely a book that should take you a while to read as you apply the principles and go through the Scriptures he mentions and it is definitely a book I will pick up again.
This was the first Christian book I’ve read and I feel like I have honestly been sleeping on this genre. I’ve never heard of the author before this book which was a gift, but the timing of receiving this book couldn’t have been better. It’s definitely a book that should take you a while to read as you apply the principles and go through the Scriptures he mentions and it is definitely a book I will pick up again.
prekrasan's review
5.0
Banning is revealing in his writing of this book, writing at one point that, “Maybe it’s because my top love language is words of affirmation, but it kind of irritated me when Jesus said, ‘Does he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him?'” (pg. 148) Notice how Banning admitted he was irritated with the words of Jesus? Most would be ashamed to admit that they were irritated with Jesus, but Banning admits it anyways. It makes his story easier to relate to, more real.
Throughout this book, we read personal examples from Banning’s own life that contribute to what he’s trying to tell us. Instead of expecting us to read what would amount to little more than a Christian textbook, Banning explains in a simple, understandable way. The simplicity is not so much as to be insulting, but just enough that it can contribute to the newly-saved’s walk with Christ, or to someone who has been saved for a long time.
Banning included many Biblical references; nearly every page has at least one reference. I really appreciated that, because then I could read the passage for myself if I had any questions about his interpretation.
The only thing I did not like about this book was that when Banning references the Bible, he tends to use several translations; you could read three different references and each would be a different translation. It would be better if Banning stuck with one translation – switching translations each time says to me that he’s looking for the verse to say what he wants it to say, rather than a more direct (trustworthy) translation that may not say it the way he wants.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in encouragement in their walk with Christ. There were several instances where I personally found encouragement reading this. In one section, God used this book to speak to me about something I had been praying about and give me assurance about His will. I think there’s something written in here for every Christian – or even for someone considering Christianity.
Disclaimer: I received this book from Blogging for Books for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
Throughout this book, we read personal examples from Banning’s own life that contribute to what he’s trying to tell us. Instead of expecting us to read what would amount to little more than a Christian textbook, Banning explains in a simple, understandable way. The simplicity is not so much as to be insulting, but just enough that it can contribute to the newly-saved’s walk with Christ, or to someone who has been saved for a long time.
Banning included many Biblical references; nearly every page has at least one reference. I really appreciated that, because then I could read the passage for myself if I had any questions about his interpretation.
The only thing I did not like about this book was that when Banning references the Bible, he tends to use several translations; you could read three different references and each would be a different translation. It would be better if Banning stuck with one translation – switching translations each time says to me that he’s looking for the verse to say what he wants it to say, rather than a more direct (trustworthy) translation that may not say it the way he wants.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in encouragement in their walk with Christ. There were several instances where I personally found encouragement reading this. In one section, God used this book to speak to me about something I had been praying about and give me assurance about His will. I think there’s something written in here for every Christian – or even for someone considering Christianity.
Disclaimer: I received this book from Blogging for Books for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.