a little seed of faith
Announcing the birth of this little thing:
(isn't she adorable? the designer did an amazing job. look at some of these inside pages...)
My very first book for real live adult people.
(also available as an ebook for $3.99...holy cow that's a good little price)
It's my 2011 TOFW talk "The Faith Experiment" captured in the cutest little gift book.
Yesterday some friends threw me a shower and one of them said, "Look at how your faith experiment has turned out!"
And while I don't believe the "turning out" had to do with the "outcome" (because faith is not about outcomes), I DO believe that the principles I learned and shared in this little book are absolutely true and I do believe they can be life changing. And, as it happened, produced results in my life I do believe would have happened no other way.
Pray.
Think.
Live.
I love how this little book turned out and and I want to share it.
So....
The first 15 comments will get a copy.
Yep. You read that right.
I love my little blog world and I am giving away FIFTEEN COPIES.
Make sure to email me your mailing address to LaurelDOTChristensenATgmailDOTcom after you leave your comment here. And, if you feel so inclined, share the book with others you think could benefit.
Here's to YOUR faith experiment.
xoxo
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45 comments:
This is so exciting! Congrats on your book! I love how you say that faith is not about outcomes! So true! :)
Thanks for your inspiring blog. I love reading it!
Ack! You are so wonderful Laurel! Best wishes on your new book and all the adventures to come!
Nikkidopp@gmail.com
Your book is beautiful. Our lives are a continual turning out, for that is where the actions of faith are manifest. Nice work, Laurel!
Me please!!!!
Love the idea of your book, and I am really enjoying your blog. Have to say sometimes it feels like you are articulating my very thoughts and feelings word for word!
Thanks for sharing and all the best in your new adventure!
It IS beautiful. I have been wondering about you and thus coming wedding!
So excited about your book. Thanks for acknowledging that faith is a journey which can produce spiritual gifts, even when that is not the goal.
I am so excited for this book! I loved this talk when I heard you give it at TOFW. And I'm so happy for you and all the good things happening in your life.
Congratulations on the book! I'm so excited to read it. I enjoy reading your blog and catching little glimpses into your life and faith. Thank you for sharing it.
I love you Laurel! I love your blog and I'm vicariously so HAPPY FOR YOU. Mariannemt23 at yahoo.com
I love to read real-life experiences (more than fiction) and you were my favorite at TOFW. Wishing you and your intended the happiest moments and memories in the coming months!
I am very excited for you...and this book! What an inspiration!
Aneaglesview@gmail.com
I am so excited to read this! I am definitely learning more about faith each day and look forward to your insights. So excited for where you are in life and the example you have been to so many. Thanks for sharing!
You are somethin' else! Congratulations on your exquisite present!
I cannot wait to read your Big Girl Book!
yay! I can't wait to get my hands on it. well done
Would love to share this with a friend in my office at work! Thanks so much.
I remember the first talk I remember hearing you give. You discussed the painting of the Savior with little children and having your picture painted with your brother Davids. It now hung in our Stake Center. I remember thinking that you were one of the most interesting speakers. One who could get me thinking and questioning. I look forward to this new book. lorriemunsonatsbglobaldotnet.
I am so glad this was put into a little book. When I went to TOFW in Denver and heard your talk I couldn't help but think..."dang how does she know my heart????" I guess that's how the Spirit communicates. My mom and I have this tradition that we get a sweet little book and we pass it around when we are done with it. So, I will read it, she will read it, then who knows who will get it next.
You are such an example of faith through all you do!! So glad I've had the opportunity to meet and work with you through TOFW in Houston! I am so excited for you for all of your blessings coming forward!! Look forward to reading your book and keeping up with your blog!!
Love,
Nancee Pyper
You are such an example of faith through all you do!! So glad I've had the opportunity to meet and work with you through TOFW in Houston! I am so excited for you for all of your blessings coming forward!! Look forward to reading your book and keeping up with your blog!!
Love,
Nancee Pyper
I'd love one!
I can't wait to read this! I am loving watching your life as you have hung in there with faith.
I just found your blog on Shawni's (71 toes). I have purchased a cd of yours for my teenage daughters and have enjoyed some of your posts on the TOFW site. So excited for you and your new fiance.
shahnaargyle@hotmail.com
Yay! I would LOVE one. You are such an amazing woman. :) I know this book will touch SO many lives.
I am so happy to see how your path is turning out. I love your girl talks so I can't wait to hear your talks to us big girls. I agree with your statement that Faith is not about the outcome, isn't it great when we can finally get to that place to say, I can be happy no matter what. Congrats.
I love your books. I love to share them with my sisters and my nieces. They are awesome! You speak to my heart in your books.
I'm definitely not in the 1st 15 comments, but still wanted to say CONGRATS on your baby! :)
Thank you for sharing your talents, faith, trials, etc w/ us!
I don't care if I'm in the first 15. This is really great, and I can't wait to read it!
Dang it! I was too late. I will buy it anyway when I'm up there. Can't wait to see you in 2 weeks. Yay for the bride!!!!!
So excited for you Laurel. I look forward to reading your book very soon!
Congrats! I am gonna go get that ebook right now so I can start reading it! (and then I will order the real deal and wait patiently for it to get here. Grin.) You really are one of my very FAVORITE people!
Dang! Too late to get a copy from you, but you can bet I'm going to go buy myself a copy anyway. Congrats on the new book! (And congrats on everything else too!)
bummer!!! Too late! It looks so beautiful. I'll just have to buy it and bring it to TOFW in Sydney (if you are coming!?) so you can sign it for me :)
Look. At. Your. Life. Your life! It's so good. And that makes me so happy. Congrats on the book...and the guy. It was so great to see you this weekend. Talk soon. xoxo
Aww crap..of course it looks like I am about 19 comments too late..however, I did have the honor of hearing you give this talk at TOFW in Salt Lake..I love listening to you talk, I love following your blog, you inspire me to reach outside my comfort zone and exercise more faith...You.are.awesome
Congrats to you, what a joyful time! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and this fun book!
Jenn Mabie
Too late to get the free book but didn't want to miss out on the chance to tell you congratulations. It looks like a great book. Can't wait to read it. Have fun in Indianapolis this weekend. Many of my friends from the ward I grew up in in Bedford are coming. They are so excited. Travel safe.
How Awesome! Congrats! On my way to grab a copy. Missing your posts...but I suppose you are a little busy.;-)
How exciting for you! I can't wait to read it!
Well clearly I'm too late for the free copy. But congratulations!
You have been the catalyst for me buying many books- as if I needed help!
Just purchased "Armor Up". Can't wait to get this little gem. Congratulations on the book, upcoming wedding and all that life has in store for you. You are such an inspiration to me and my daughters. We feel like we missed something if you are not at Time Out. Love you, Laurel!
OHHHHHH I cannot wait to get my hands on this book! Please Please tell me it is available in Canada!
Bummer! Should have checked in sooner.
You inspired me at the Portland TOFW, and you have inspired me with this blog. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us. You make me have faith in FAITH! Can't wait to read your book. I am on a major journey, and it is wonderful to know I'm not alone! Lindajroberts@comcast.net
Just went to TOFW and bought "LYFSGUD" for my 13 yr old daughter...when she read the title. "If God sent you a text message..." she said: That's great Mom! How is God going to text me since you won't get me a cell phone??? Hahaha....just another ploy to try to convince me she should have one. Funny girl!! If I thought he was the only one texting her and her Him, I would have bought it for her years ago!! :)
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