Altar'd: The Transforming Power of Surrender

by Susan O. Kent

Altars have always represented change. They are the places where sacred space meets our surrender and leads to authentic spiritual transformation. From the beginning of time, God’s people have built altars to mark the places where God spoke, gave direction, or gave His blessing. It is the place where God’s people surrendered offerings to Him in obedience. In the New Testament, Jesus became that surrendered offering, but He also became the place—in His person—for those who were hurting, lost, and who longed to encounter God. In the midst of a world filled with chaos and disappointment, pain and death, there is a promise of restoration and transformation. However, it isn’t found at the end of our lives, but at the end of ourselves. It is found when we embrace surrender. This daily reader will awaken obedient hearts and minds to the transforming power of a surrendered life.

Genres: Christian

191 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 12, 2023

Reviews

[Amanda]

Church wide read for Lent. It wasn't referenced a lot in service this year and since I was reading The Word in the Wilderness concurrently, this one got short shrift usually. I like what I have read, though, and the focus on surrender.

[Kevin Casto · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful book to guide you through your Lenten journey to draw close to Jesus.

[Martha Rau · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good and thought provoking Lenton Devotional. I enjoyed it and finished it up a few days before Easter.

[Patricia Everitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

So spiritually helpful and encouraging!

[Tracey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book. I usually don't read religious books other than the Bible, but this was a thought-provoking book that I am glad I read and will refer to it in the future.

[James R. · Rating 3 out of 5]

very basic reflection

I think there is a really good idea here but it needs more work. I do appreciate her tone and spirit