This book is the gripping story of Alex Malarkey, a six-yr old who was in a terrible car accident with his father. The story gives the account of the young boy in heaven and describes things like the music and angels. It is an easy read. I really enjoyed it and found it believable. It is not only the story of Alex but also of his family and I definitely think it could be helpful to families dealing with crisis, as it talks about the impact such an event has on the parents themselves.
I went with my son recently to see a production of Joseph and the Amazing Coat at a local community college. As I sat in the dark theater and watched the young men in the production, one of the lessons in the first part of the story hit me fresh and clear. Joseph told his dream to the wrong people at the wrong time. In his naivity, he thought his brothers would rejoice with him when he shared his dreams with them. Instead, it caused their jealous to turn to hatred of him and the favor of the father on his life. Many times in my own life, I have been too quick to share what God is showing me about the future with others. The truth is not everyone is called to share your dreams. There are circumstances and life issues people deal with that get in the way of their ability to 'rejoice with those who rejoice'. Just because you are there for other people does not mean they are capable of being there for you. Wisdom teaches us to wait and be careful about our conversation and 'the...
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