I've decided that while BJ is busy with his studies, I will also work to increase my knowledge. No, I'm not talking about graduate school for me...at least not for now! There are a few books that I just now have decided to get around to reading. The first is "Who Calls Me Beautiful" by Regina Franklin. It is a book about self-esteem in women and young girls. For youth group, we are planning a girls only event in November to specifically tackle the issue of self-esteem, so I'm gearing up for that by studying this awesome book! Secondly, I am pulling out a book that I was given as a wedding gift by BJ's cousin and his wife. The name is "The Power of a Praying Wife" by Stormie O'Martian. This book has high relevance to a wife at any stage in her marriage...but now seems like the perfect time for me to read it. With BJ transitioning into a very overwhelming season of studying and pursuing God for his ministry, supporting my husband in prayer has never been more crucial! I am just beginning this book, and although I've always known that prayer is important, I am learning that it is a duty and a privilege to pray for your spouse...and God's blessings can exceed any expectation I have for my marriage when I lift my husband up in purposeful prayer each and every day!
Needless to say, there is always something on which we can expand our minds...whether it is in a classroom, or simply from a book of our choosing!
