Review of A Month of Strength
1 posts
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Month of Strength" by Vanessa L. Rolle.]
A Month of Strength, by Vanessa L. Rolle, is a relatively short book designed to help Christians approach the workplace with greater peace of mind and, above all, greater faith in God. This book, comprised of 31 chapters, helps establish a healthy routine to strengthen one's faith and reduce anxiety at work. There is one chapter per day, each with a different precept and a different objective.
This short book is enjoyable and quick to read. The precepts it offers are of public benefit, as they aim to help people approach work with less stress and anxiety. Each chapter begins with a Bible verse, which serves as a guiding principle for the chapter. The book is divided into four main themes: Overcoming Stress & Anxiety, Conflict & Relationships, Integrity & Ethics, and Purpose & Calling.
I found the theme of Conflict & Relationships particularly interesting, as it addresses the toxic relationships and interactions that can arise in the workplace. This theme teaches us to interact with more patience, kindness, and positivity, even with belligerent colleagues.
However, I did find some flaws in this book. Firstly, I found it sometimes too simplistic. I think that, while faith is a great asset, some of the precepts aimed at combating anxiety at work are perhaps a little too simplistic in relation to problems that can be physiological. Some teachings also seemed redundant (such as the moral lessons in chapters 21 and 23).
Secondly, I found the teachings rather solitary. I would have liked to learn how to reach out to other Christians or how to rely on God, certainly, but also on my colleagues and friends in times of difficulty. I think that faith in God also requires having faith in the community.
Another point I found disappointing is the sloppy formatting. For such a short book (48 pages on Kindle), several chapters lack page breaks, and I found other typographical errors. This is a real shame for such a short book.
Overall, I rate A Month of Strength3 out of 5 stars. The concept is excellent and well-intentioned, but in its execution, I found it lacked depth. Perhaps the precepts would benefit from being longer, connecting them to daily life (and not just professional life), or something similar. The formatting needs improvement.
Nevertheless, I would recommend it for Christians experiencing difficulties at work.
******
A Month of Strength
View: on Bookshelves |
A Month of Strength, by Vanessa L. Rolle, is a relatively short book designed to help Christians approach the workplace with greater peace of mind and, above all, greater faith in God. This book, comprised of 31 chapters, helps establish a healthy routine to strengthen one's faith and reduce anxiety at work. There is one chapter per day, each with a different precept and a different objective.
This short book is enjoyable and quick to read. The precepts it offers are of public benefit, as they aim to help people approach work with less stress and anxiety. Each chapter begins with a Bible verse, which serves as a guiding principle for the chapter. The book is divided into four main themes: Overcoming Stress & Anxiety, Conflict & Relationships, Integrity & Ethics, and Purpose & Calling.
I found the theme of Conflict & Relationships particularly interesting, as it addresses the toxic relationships and interactions that can arise in the workplace. This theme teaches us to interact with more patience, kindness, and positivity, even with belligerent colleagues.
However, I did find some flaws in this book. Firstly, I found it sometimes too simplistic. I think that, while faith is a great asset, some of the precepts aimed at combating anxiety at work are perhaps a little too simplistic in relation to problems that can be physiological. Some teachings also seemed redundant (such as the moral lessons in chapters 21 and 23).
Secondly, I found the teachings rather solitary. I would have liked to learn how to reach out to other Christians or how to rely on God, certainly, but also on my colleagues and friends in times of difficulty. I think that faith in God also requires having faith in the community.
Another point I found disappointing is the sloppy formatting. For such a short book (48 pages on Kindle), several chapters lack page breaks, and I found other typographical errors. This is a real shame for such a short book.
Overall, I rate A Month of Strength3 out of 5 stars. The concept is excellent and well-intentioned, but in its execution, I found it lacked depth. Perhaps the precepts would benefit from being longer, connecting them to daily life (and not just professional life), or something similar. The formatting needs improvement.
Nevertheless, I would recommend it for Christians experiencing difficulties at work.
******
A Month of Strength
View: on Bookshelves |
You are not logged in. Please log in or sign up to view members replies, participate in the discussion, and access more features.
