Dr. Beth Madison is a soil scientist and professor at Union University, Jackson, TN. She is also a prolific blogger, Bible teacher, and women's conference speaker. In the volumes of Good Ground, Dr. Madison examines the Christian life through a unique lens. Just as Jesus' parables used agriculture to communicate spiritual truth, Beth uses soil science to celebrate God's amazing creation and encourage a healthy, growing walk with Jesus. Good Ground 1 and 2 will enhance your daily devotions and small group studies.
Although I know nothing about soil science, I was easily able to comprehend Beth Madison's explanations of the various topics about soil and learned a lot from them. But the power of this little book is the metaphor related to the soil of our souls. Each topic was related directly to our spiritual life and how God works in us, just as the various natural processes he created affect the actual soil.
Good Ground, Volume 2 was a great study for my husband and me. We spent our mornings learning about soil science and God. Beth Madison has an amazing way of tying soil science and the Word of God into a nice little bundle that applies both to every day life. I think her catchphrase “soil of your soul” is a great comparison to the earths’s soil.
I recommend Good Ground. It made for an interesting study for us. Be prepared to learn about the natural and spiritual.