Susan K. Stewart

I found the title Donkey Devos intriguing, and I definitely enjoyed reading this devotional. I learned a lot about donkeys and their role in the Bible. The importance of socialization for donkeys caught my attention, especially since I know we humans have a need for socialization as well.

With Bible verses, Bible truths, and discussions about God along with donkeys, this devotional provides information and insights into God’s kingdom

So if you want to explore God’s word along with His wisdom, check out this book for yourself.

I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own.… (mais)

I've often heard the story of Balaam and his talking donkey, but this book has given me a new understanding of Numbers 22, in the Old Testament. Author Susan K. Stewart has a deep love for donkeys, and her experiences with them have shown her that humans and donkeys are very much alike. She tells what she's learned in Donkey Devos, a collection of forty devotions. These devotions are both touching and humorous, and at the end of each one, Stewart shares Bible scripture that is applicable to her thoughts and observations.

Devotionals are meant to enhance your worship life by deepening your knowledge, and Stewart has certainly accomplished this with this well-written book. I enjoyed learning more about an animal that is often considered a lowly part of God's Creation, but is, in fact, a very important part of Bible history! I recommend that you add Donkey Devos: Listen When God Speaks to your list of worship resources.

I received a digital copy of this book from the author via Celebrate Lit. There was no obligation for a positive review. These are my own thoughts.… (mais)

I must confess that when I saw the title of this book I laughed. What did donkeys and devotional have to do with each other? The old saying! “Never judge a book by its cover,” is exactly why the statement is true. I started reading and found some very interesting info about donkeys such as they are mentioned more than four hundred times in the Bible. There must be a reason for that and I became intrigued with the book.

I liked how the author pointed out that donkeys don’t go where they don’t think they are safe from harm. I can’t say the same for any of us. We sense danger but push ahead anyway thinking we will be okay. After making a bad decision we find ourselves going down a path that could lead us away from God’s protection. I guess donkeys are pretty smart after all and I certainly took notice of the nuggets of wisdom in the book.

I really liked the chapter where it talked about being bored. Donkeys get bored and find ways to amuse themselves like chewing up a delivery box that was left too close to them. During worship service do we find ourselves bored? Does our mind start to wander on other things and forget where we are at? I am guilty of this and sometimes even think , “ why are we singing the same song we did last week?” At that moment my critical spirit comes in and I have closed myself off from the presence of God. What we need to do is ask God to help us stay focused on Him and keep our minds clear of anything that is distracting us from entering into His presence .

I loved the book and read it twice because there were some great points I wanted to ponder on. The author includes many scriptures that helped me understand what each chapter was about. This is a good tool to use for a daily devotional and the perfect gift to give to someone.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.… (mais)