Review by Espie -- Pastoring is not what you think

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Thanks for the lovely review! This is generally not what I would read, but it does seem like a great resource for those in need of it.
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I love the way Pastor Job supports everything he says "with exact quotations from the bible". Also, like you I am an optimist an optimist who likes a break from nerve-wracking events.

Thank you for the wonderful review.
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gen_g wrote: 21 Oct 2018, 01:01 Thanks for the lovely review! This is generally not what I would read, but it does seem like a great resource for those in need of it.
That, so true. Thank you for dropping by and sharing your thoughts.
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Kajori50 wrote: 21 Oct 2018, 12:41 I love the way Pastor Job supports everything he says "with exact quotations from the bible". Also, like you I am an optimist an optimist who likes a break from nerve-wracking events.

Thank you for the wonderful review.
I agree with you on that as such added more credibility and significance to what he says especially if such came from a highly-dependable reference piece. As to life and "its twists and turns," let's "rest if we must but not quit."

Thank you for your positive feedback.
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Sounds like an excellent book for those considering becoming pastors as they could learn from the author’s experiences. Excellent review!
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Yolimari wrote: 30 Oct 2018, 03:44 Sounds like an excellent book for those considering becoming pastors as they could learn from the author’s experiences. Excellent review!
It would be relevant, indeed, although it could also appeal to others like me who had been looking for an inspiring read. Thank you for dropping by and sharing your thoughts.
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Great review. I’m not religious but I would value the humour and wit.
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Your review made me admire Pastor Job for practicing what he is preaching, but I did not have a strong pull to read the entire story. I have no problem with Bible quotes, but maybe I might not agree with the people's interpretations. I'm glad you enjoyed reading this book. I appreciate your effort in reviewing this book.
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As one who has spent many years working as a church worship leader, I am still always drawn to the stories of others. Every experience is different, and each one is an opportunity to learn. Nice review.
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Helen_Combe wrote: 03 Nov 2018, 04:14 Great review. I’m not religious but I would value the humour and wit.
It certainly has the two. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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Dolor wrote: 03 Nov 2018, 22:32 Your review made me admire Pastor Job for practicing what he is preaching, but I did not have a strong pull to read the entire story. I have no problem with Bible quotes, but maybe I might not agree with the people's interpretations. I'm glad you enjoyed reading this book. I appreciate your effort in reviewing this book.
He did have such integrity, and the book was light yet as uplifting as I hoped it to be. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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Dael Reader wrote: 04 Nov 2018, 13:16 As one who has spent many years working as a church worship leader, I am still always drawn to the stories of others. Every experience is different, and each one is an opportunity to learn. Nice review.
It's interesting to note that those who already have a wealth of experiences to learn from are the ones who are open to more. Thank you for your insightful comment.
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I am not an admirer of this sort of books. But I enjoyed your well written review. Thank you 👍👍
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Sushan wrote: 15 Nov 2018, 02:53 I am not an admirer of this sort of books. But I enjoyed your well written review. Thank you 👍👍
I wasn't looking for a non-fiction book either. This book turns out enlightening and insightful as I hoped it would be when I chose it for review. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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I was Catholic by birth but I chose to be a Baptist later on. I have met and encountered a lot of Pastors, I have families who chose the same path as well. And all I can say is that it is hard being one. They're constantly being judged and they're growing every single day when they chose that destiny. I am glad that you found this book with an open mind. Thank you for this review, ma'am!
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