An Extra Mile: A Story of Embracing God's Call
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Christianity Today Book of the Year Award
The women of Sensible Shoes are navigating both deep joy and devastating loss. Can they find equilibrium in the midst of all that has changed?
Mara: While faced with the turmoil of divorce and chaos at home, she is also listening for a call to serve others with courage and creativity.
Hannah: As she grieves the twin losses of her dear friend and her Chicago ministry position, she also begins to embrace the joys and challenges of a new marriage.
Charissa: Overwhelmed by her pregnancy and the demands of her teaching schedule, she is in need of even more grace for herself and others.
Becca: Bereft and filled with regrets, can she find hope for the future and a way home?
In this final installment of the Sensible Shoes series, you're invited to travel with these beloved friends as they endure trials that test their trust and their willingness to walk an extra mile.
Sharon Garlough Brown
Sharon Garlough Brown is a spiritual director, speaker, and cofounder of Abiding Way Ministries, providing spiritual formation retreats and resources. She is the author of the bestselling Sensible Shoes Series, which includes Sensible Shoes, Two Steps Forward, Barefoot, An Extra Mile, and their study guides. Sharon served as a copastor with her husband, Jack, for many years. They reside in West Michigan.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5When I started reading these books, I thought this would be a trilogy. Book #4 was an unexpected treat. I'll go back and read them over and over, and I've already been recommending them to others!
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5As with the other books in this series, I was impressed by the depth and beauty of this story. Some of the characters faced some very difficult things, but through it all, they learned to turn to the Lord more and relied on Him for the strength they needed for the different things they faced. It was a challenge and encouragement to me to rest in His love and follow His leading more closely.Unfortunately, though, I wasn’t as impressed with this book as with the others for several reasons. I didn’t agree with one of the characters marrying a divorced man, there was a woman pastor in here, and another character was in a very unhealthy situation where she and those around her got drunk, wore revealing clothing, flirted, and several times there are mentions of intimacy—all of which was a bit more descriptive than I would have liked (although not as bad as it could have been).This was a good story, though. Despite my disappointment at different points, I found it an encouraging read overall, and I’m not sad I read it. All of the characters are special to me, and I loved seeing Sharon Garlough Brown’s prowess as she brought the different ones to life. She’s a talented author, and it’s always a privilege to read books by someone who has a thorough understanding of the writing craft.