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Higher Is Waiting
Higher Is Waiting is a spiritual guidebook, a collection of teachings culled from the experiences of a lifetime, meant to inspire readers to climb higher in their own lives and pull themselves up to a better, more fulfilling place.
Beginning with his earliest memories of growing up a shy boy in New Orleans, Perry recalls the moments of grace and beauty in a childhood marked by brutality, deprivation, and fear. With tenderness he sketches portraits of the people who sustained him and taught him indelible lessons about integrity, trust in God, and the power of forgiveness: his aunt Mae, who cared for her grandfather, who was born a slave, and sewed quilts that told a story of generations; Mr. Butler, a blind man of remarkable dignity and elegance, who sold penny candies on a street corner; and his beloved mother, Maxine, who endured abuse, financial hardship, and the daily injustices of growing up in the Jim Crow South yet whose fierce love for her son burned bright and never dimmed. Perry writes of how he nurtured his dreams and discovered solace in nature, and of his resolute determination to reach ever higher.
Perry vividly and movingly describes his growing awareness of God's presence in his life, how he learned to tune in to His voice, to persevere through hard times, and to choose faith over fear. Here he is: the devoted son, the loving father, the steadfast friend, the naturalist, the philanthropist, the creative spirit--a man whose life lessons and insights into scripture are a gift offered with generosity, humility, and love.
Beginning with his earliest memories of growing up a shy boy in New Orleans, Perry recalls the moments of grace and beauty in a childhood marked by brutality, deprivation, and fear. With tenderness he sketches portraits of the people who sustained him and taught him indelible lessons about integrity, trust in God, and the power of forgiveness: his aunt Mae, who cared for her grandfather, who was born a slave, and sewed quilts that told a story of generations; Mr. Butler, a blind man of remarkable dignity and elegance, who sold penny candies on a street corner; and his beloved mother, Maxine, who endured abuse, financial hardship, and the daily injustices of growing up in the Jim Crow South yet whose fierce love for her son burned bright and never dimmed. Perry writes of how he nurtured his dreams and discovered solace in nature, and of his resolute determination to reach ever higher.
Perry vividly and movingly describes his growing awareness of God's presence in his life, how he learned to tune in to His voice, to persevere through hard times, and to choose faith over fear. Here he is: the devoted son, the loving father, the steadfast friend, the naturalist, the philanthropist, the creative spirit--a man whose life lessons and insights into scripture are a gift offered with generosity, humility, and love.
224 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2017
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Tyler Perry
16 books297 followersTyler Perry is an American playwright, actor and film director. His best-known character is Mabel Simmons, more commonly known as "Madea," an overbearing but well-intentioned woman who serves both as comic relief and as the loud voice of conscience to the protagonists of Perry's plays.
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November 18, 2017
I was stuck between giving Tyler Perry's Higher Is Waiting a 3-star rating but I took a breath, listened to what I think he's referring to as the voice of God and had to be honest with my heart and self and give it a 4-star rating. I tend to rate books on emotion rather than what Book-snobs might because the world is full of authors. Some share amazing stories that stay with us until we die, encased in the perfect prose, while introducing us to remarkable characters who we long to share a beer with. And there are others who write in an uncomplicated manner, with forgettable characters yet, the ride they take us on is thrilling. Allowing us an escape from the humdrum of what we know as life.
Why the rant? Because I feel that Higher Is Waiting sits firmly between the two. This middle ground is also the reason I'm no Tyler Perry fan... which ironically makes me a great candidate in terms of reviewing his work. I don't have an emotional connection to Perry that grants him an underserved bump. I actually started Higher Is Waiting because 1) I knew it would be an easy read and 2) because I knew no matter how I felt about this read, it wouldn't matter one bit. He'd still be a megastar with a huge following and there would be tons in his legion to balance out my 2-star rating.
And here I sat (for a moment or two) tinkering between the 3 and 4 star rating. I don't have any illusions of grandeur. I'm no top-reviewer but I am honest. If someone takes the time to read my review, they deserve honesty and not fluff from some fan or spam account. In that spirit I chose to give Perry's Higher Is Waiting a 4-star rating.
I often find that when I read inspirational books similar to this they come at the right time in my life. This title holds true to that assessment. I've recently gone back to school after working 2-jobs for almost 3 years to help make ends meet and it's a challenge. I haven't been in a true classroom setting since 2004 and it sucks. I'm always tired but I know that higher is waiting once I finish planting these seeds.
Perry speaks of a proverbial tree that is similar to life. Higher Is Waiting is split into four parts with the beginning being the planting of the seed. Obviously... right. He goes on to help entice the reader to practice nourishing what was planted, so on and so forth, by offering inspiration from his life. The nuggets of advice he shares with us are married with instances in his life, recent and past, working as a sort of example of how to incorporate his tree of life method.
There is much I don't know about Tyler Perry since I'm no traditional fan of his. Learning of his history, prevailing from the horrors he suffered as a child, and seeing how it all came full circle where he was able to provide for his beloved mother as he'd always wished to do is inspiring in itself. The moments of him writing what seems to be a memoir shine the most for me. Experiences with the blind man or expounding more on Aunt Mae would have given this fast read more literary girth. It's what's most interesting yet underwhelming and understated here. Which brings me to my issue with Perry's work.
My family religiously watches one of his plays or Madea movies every holiday. I don't partake in these rituals because the few experiences I've had with his films have left me wonting. Why Did I Get Married introduced me to Perry because I must support anything with Janet Jackson. She's simply amazing... But that, and it's sequel just felt hurried and underdeveloped. I was able to read this title quickly because of it's lack in depth. Perry could go so much deeper. I know he has deeper... but the higher is where he remains essentially. This reads very surface level when deeper is warranted.
Even though I felt a little deprived in a literal sense, those who choose to read this book will be given plenty of bounty. Perry offers advice on many aspects of life. I don't think he missed much. He covers relationships with friends, family, self, and inspires us to access our current situations in the hopes of pinpointing where we excel or need more work. Ridding myself of the leaves in my life as well as expecting shade from grass are constant battles. Ultimately, anyone looking to be inspired or in need of encouragement will not be disappointed in Higher Is Waiting. I look forward to finding my higher.
Copy provided by Random House via Netgalley
Why the rant? Because I feel that Higher Is Waiting sits firmly between the two. This middle ground is also the reason I'm no Tyler Perry fan... which ironically makes me a great candidate in terms of reviewing his work. I don't have an emotional connection to Perry that grants him an underserved bump. I actually started Higher Is Waiting because 1) I knew it would be an easy read and 2) because I knew no matter how I felt about this read, it wouldn't matter one bit. He'd still be a megastar with a huge following and there would be tons in his legion to balance out my 2-star rating.
And here I sat (for a moment or two) tinkering between the 3 and 4 star rating. I don't have any illusions of grandeur. I'm no top-reviewer but I am honest. If someone takes the time to read my review, they deserve honesty and not fluff from some fan or spam account. In that spirit I chose to give Perry's Higher Is Waiting a 4-star rating.
I often find that when I read inspirational books similar to this they come at the right time in my life. This title holds true to that assessment. I've recently gone back to school after working 2-jobs for almost 3 years to help make ends meet and it's a challenge. I haven't been in a true classroom setting since 2004 and it sucks. I'm always tired but I know that higher is waiting once I finish planting these seeds.
Perry speaks of a proverbial tree that is similar to life. Higher Is Waiting is split into four parts with the beginning being the planting of the seed. Obviously... right. He goes on to help entice the reader to practice nourishing what was planted, so on and so forth, by offering inspiration from his life. The nuggets of advice he shares with us are married with instances in his life, recent and past, working as a sort of example of how to incorporate his tree of life method.
There is much I don't know about Tyler Perry since I'm no traditional fan of his. Learning of his history, prevailing from the horrors he suffered as a child, and seeing how it all came full circle where he was able to provide for his beloved mother as he'd always wished to do is inspiring in itself. The moments of him writing what seems to be a memoir shine the most for me. Experiences with the blind man or expounding more on Aunt Mae would have given this fast read more literary girth. It's what's most interesting yet underwhelming and understated here. Which brings me to my issue with Perry's work.
My family religiously watches one of his plays or Madea movies every holiday. I don't partake in these rituals because the few experiences I've had with his films have left me wonting. Why Did I Get Married introduced me to Perry because I must support anything with Janet Jackson. She's simply amazing... But that, and it's sequel just felt hurried and underdeveloped. I was able to read this title quickly because of it's lack in depth. Perry could go so much deeper. I know he has deeper... but the higher is where he remains essentially. This reads very surface level when deeper is warranted.
Even though I felt a little deprived in a literal sense, those who choose to read this book will be given plenty of bounty. Perry offers advice on many aspects of life. I don't think he missed much. He covers relationships with friends, family, self, and inspires us to access our current situations in the hopes of pinpointing where we excel or need more work. Ridding myself of the leaves in my life as well as expecting shade from grass are constant battles. Ultimately, anyone looking to be inspired or in need of encouragement will not be disappointed in Higher Is Waiting. I look forward to finding my higher.
Copy provided by Random House via Netgalley
December 29, 2017
What a treat! I love this book and would highly recommend it to everyone. I took notes and have listed them below:
Love this..."Sometimes in life, son, when you pray and you've said and done all you can, then all you have to do is stand and wait, and listen. Just stand". That is what Mr. Butler, the blind man he helped cross the street one day, told young Tyler.
When she, meaning Tyler's mom Maxine, went to her aunts asking for help and advice, one of them told her, "He's a good man (referring to Emmitt, her husband). He's got a good job. Stay with him." And so she did. My thoughts on this as I was reading was it's important who you reach out to for help. I know it was her aunts and maybe that's all she had to go to at the time. It might have helped to go to someone who had experienced that abuse before and successfully left the relationship. At the very least, I was hoping that Maxine would not so easily go back to Emmitt and make him do something to show that he had changed before giving the relationship another go.
One of Tyler's questions in the book asks if you have a daily routine? It doesn't have to be Olympic-style. If you're able, even a 10-minute walk is better than nothing. Tyler, I have to tell you, yes I do have a daily routine. I walk daily at least a mile and it does help me tremendously. I can tell a big difference in my energy and stamina.
I love that Maxine taught him that every good and perfect gift that you give finds its way back to you, not only in your life but also in your children's lives and for future generations. I believe this is a plant of harvest. The more positive and good you plant, the greater the harvest in your life, in your family life, and in the lives of countless others.
Tyler also asks "What kind of relationship did you have with your parents? Do you express gratitude for lessons learned, good or bad? How might you pay it forward? Tyler, I had a fantastic relationship with both my mom and my dad. I could talk to them about anything. They were easy to talk to. I'd talk about my dating experiences with my mom. I'd talk to my dad about a rough day I was having and we shared out thoughts on politics, etc. I pay that forward with my own children. I want to listen and be gentle with them so that they will want to talk to me about life and what's on their minds. Even though they make their own decisions, my prayer is that they at least accept and appreciate my guidance. I love my parents deeply and I love my children deeply.
Hey Bud...that letter Tyler wrote to his friend is so awesome. I am thinking about sharing it with my nephew. Love it!
Love this..."There were flowers everywhere. Everyone was dressed in black and white except for one person, our gracious hostess, Oprah Winfrey, who was wearing a red dress. This was an event Tyler was invited to and at first didn't think he deserved to be in the room. I have to say, I've been in one situation like that and I will reflect on Tyler's words: Pay attention, Take it all in with gratitude, Feel its abundance, Explore and mine every lesson, release your self-judgement and be as aware as you can be.
This was a great take-a-way...Joy, love, satisfaction, gratitude, and the ability to give to others-that's what a successful life is about!
A great thought..."Plant a seed for your future. Write it down and then decide what steps you need to take to make it happen. Each morning, wake and pray to God for help. Try not to let a day go by without taking one step toward reaching your goal.
Faith without hard work is dead. I've always believed this.
I am very impressed with Tyler's deep love for his mom and for helping others. This book was written with such love and authenticity, that I felt it with every page I turned. I loved every minute of it as I sipped on my gift of homemade tea.
What I know for sure is that if I live conscious, I will do the things I'm suppose to do and will not have any regrets. My mom has always said, give me my flowers while I live. I do this because I'm living consciously. I'm paying attention to what is important in my life. I am grateful, I am blessed, and I believe in helping others. Each Sunday before Christmas, I always give a few of the elderly people in church a card and some money. It makes my heart glad to see a smile on their face. My husband, me and our children also take two angels from the angel tree to buy for. This is my way of paying it forward as it wasn't too long ago that it dawned on me that I was an angel tree recipient when I was a young girl.
Tyler, thanks for sharing your stories in such a well-written book. These stories are a great gift and I hope everyone who can get their hands on this book will come away uplifted and will also give it as a gift to someone else.
God continue to bless you!
Love this..."Sometimes in life, son, when you pray and you've said and done all you can, then all you have to do is stand and wait, and listen. Just stand". That is what Mr. Butler, the blind man he helped cross the street one day, told young Tyler.
When she, meaning Tyler's mom Maxine, went to her aunts asking for help and advice, one of them told her, "He's a good man (referring to Emmitt, her husband). He's got a good job. Stay with him." And so she did. My thoughts on this as I was reading was it's important who you reach out to for help. I know it was her aunts and maybe that's all she had to go to at the time. It might have helped to go to someone who had experienced that abuse before and successfully left the relationship. At the very least, I was hoping that Maxine would not so easily go back to Emmitt and make him do something to show that he had changed before giving the relationship another go.
One of Tyler's questions in the book asks if you have a daily routine? It doesn't have to be Olympic-style. If you're able, even a 10-minute walk is better than nothing. Tyler, I have to tell you, yes I do have a daily routine. I walk daily at least a mile and it does help me tremendously. I can tell a big difference in my energy and stamina.
I love that Maxine taught him that every good and perfect gift that you give finds its way back to you, not only in your life but also in your children's lives and for future generations. I believe this is a plant of harvest. The more positive and good you plant, the greater the harvest in your life, in your family life, and in the lives of countless others.
Tyler also asks "What kind of relationship did you have with your parents? Do you express gratitude for lessons learned, good or bad? How might you pay it forward? Tyler, I had a fantastic relationship with both my mom and my dad. I could talk to them about anything. They were easy to talk to. I'd talk about my dating experiences with my mom. I'd talk to my dad about a rough day I was having and we shared out thoughts on politics, etc. I pay that forward with my own children. I want to listen and be gentle with them so that they will want to talk to me about life and what's on their minds. Even though they make their own decisions, my prayer is that they at least accept and appreciate my guidance. I love my parents deeply and I love my children deeply.
Hey Bud...that letter Tyler wrote to his friend is so awesome. I am thinking about sharing it with my nephew. Love it!
Love this..."There were flowers everywhere. Everyone was dressed in black and white except for one person, our gracious hostess, Oprah Winfrey, who was wearing a red dress. This was an event Tyler was invited to and at first didn't think he deserved to be in the room. I have to say, I've been in one situation like that and I will reflect on Tyler's words: Pay attention, Take it all in with gratitude, Feel its abundance, Explore and mine every lesson, release your self-judgement and be as aware as you can be.
This was a great take-a-way...Joy, love, satisfaction, gratitude, and the ability to give to others-that's what a successful life is about!
A great thought..."Plant a seed for your future. Write it down and then decide what steps you need to take to make it happen. Each morning, wake and pray to God for help. Try not to let a day go by without taking one step toward reaching your goal.
Faith without hard work is dead. I've always believed this.
I am very impressed with Tyler's deep love for his mom and for helping others. This book was written with such love and authenticity, that I felt it with every page I turned. I loved every minute of it as I sipped on my gift of homemade tea.
What I know for sure is that if I live conscious, I will do the things I'm suppose to do and will not have any regrets. My mom has always said, give me my flowers while I live. I do this because I'm living consciously. I'm paying attention to what is important in my life. I am grateful, I am blessed, and I believe in helping others. Each Sunday before Christmas, I always give a few of the elderly people in church a card and some money. It makes my heart glad to see a smile on their face. My husband, me and our children also take two angels from the angel tree to buy for. This is my way of paying it forward as it wasn't too long ago that it dawned on me that I was an angel tree recipient when I was a young girl.
Tyler, thanks for sharing your stories in such a well-written book. These stories are a great gift and I hope everyone who can get their hands on this book will come away uplifted and will also give it as a gift to someone else.
God continue to bless you!
January 25, 2018
In the inspirational book Higher Is Waiting, Perry shares personal stories and details of his faith. He shows one in despair can prevail.
March 15, 2018
"We all have gifts given to us by God. Look for yours."
A friend of mine gifted me this book for Christmas and I'm so glad that she did. I enjoyed Higher Is Waiting way more than I thought I would. I love the mini essays Tyler Perry wrote to tell his story. The book is really encouraging and will remain on my nightstand, so that I can periodically re-read some of his essays. If you identify as a Christian, I believe that you'll appreciate Tyler's story and the lessons he's learned on his journey so far. Enjoy!
A friend of mine gifted me this book for Christmas and I'm so glad that she did. I enjoyed Higher Is Waiting way more than I thought I would. I love the mini essays Tyler Perry wrote to tell his story. The book is really encouraging and will remain on my nightstand, so that I can periodically re-read some of his essays. If you identify as a Christian, I believe that you'll appreciate Tyler's story and the lessons he's learned on his journey so far. Enjoy!
January 9, 2020
Not having seen any of Tyler Perry's movies, I saw an interview with him about this book & was intrigued. It was an amazing read, very inspirational with an amazing amount of his personal history included. Throughout the book, I felt more and more like I knew him and members of his family whose stories he shared. I strongly recommend this book.
November 15, 2017
From the hilarious creation of Madea, Perry delivers an inspiring memoir and words of encouragement in HIGHER IS WAITING —with a combination of his own unique blend of spiritual hope and southern humor over a ten-year period of his personal journals. Top Memoir of 2017.
From the multi-talented author, writer, actor, director, comedian, producer, filmmaker, playwright, songwriter, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Tyler Perry is the mastermind behind nineteen theatrically released feature films, twenty stage plays, nine television shows, and a #1 New York Times bestselling book.
The author once again demonstrates how tragedy turns into triumph, both in the hearts and minds of individuals and sets sparks of change within communities.
Who doesn’t love Tyler Perry? Being an Atlanta gal, I am a huge fan and have seen all his movies, a few of his plays, and read his books. (loved the references to Atlanta’s Silver Comet Trail which was my inspiration and logged in many hours on my bike for years). It brings solace.
In addition to his witty warm-hearted stories, he is a powerful spiritual leader. The essence of power, faith, and the grace of God and how it has worked in his own life.
In HIGHER IS WAITING, the author tells his own story. His own struggles with money, abuse, his career, and his unwavering love for his mother. His dreams. He never gave up on his dream and encourages others to do the same, no matter where they are in their journey or the climb.
Higher is divided into four sections that revolve around the metaphor of a tree.
The Tree of Life. Taking a tree, he compares to the various stages of spiritual growth from his early childhood years to the present.
• Planting the Seeds
• Nourish the Roots
• Branching Out
• Harvesting the Fruit
It is the author’s hope, readers will spark God within and ignite a flame to go higher. From those who are struggling or are angry. Those who need forgiveness. A desire for a better life. For all humanity.
From his own mom’s time growing up in the Jim Crow South when black people were not allowed to dream big. Tyler had big dreams. It meant reaching higher and taking chances.
On a personal note: When I served on the board of directors for YES! Atlanta, this was an important topic and message we stressed to this group of at-risk teens. "To dream big." To see beyond their current surroundings which may appear dismal, and unattainable.
God’s words can be of service. From your own thoughts, finances, love, career, or family; that love and compassion will be waiting in every single part of your life and step of your journey.
“Sometimes in life, dreams are hard to follow. Just like that climb, you’re not aware of how high you’re going or if you’re even moving. But every step, even when you can’t see what’s behind you for what’s in front of you, brings you closer to your goal. . . "
Easy to read, well laid out, this powerful book could be utilized as a daily devotional. From tidbits of real life from Tyler, wise lessons, and a special call out section with questions, thoughts, and meditations, with related scripture.
“Look how far you’ve come. God has brought you here. You won’t be abandoned. Stay in the climb.”
Perry vividly and movingly describes his growing awareness of God's presence in his life, how he learned to tune in to His voice— to persevere through hard times, and to choose faith over fear.
I particularly enjoyed his personal stories and how he connects with nature. Especially, Chapter 6. Relating trees to people.
Leaf People: people in your life for only a season. You can’t depend on them. They have their own weaknesses and are only able to offer shade. Like the leaves, they blow away.
Branch People: They are stronger than Leaf People. However, they need care. They are often fragile and unreliable. If a storm rolls in, they may break. Their strength has to be tested.
Root People. Someone very special. They do their work underground. Quietly without fanfare. They provide help, support, and nourishment. They are happy when we thrive. They are strong, resilient, and powerful. Be sure and water them with love, appreciation, and gratitude. Treasure these folks.
The leaf, branch, and root people in our own lives.
Perry reiterates his soul-filled experiences have taught him to embrace disappointments, knowing deeper lessons will be revealed.
They have shown him time and time again God’s hand in closing some doors and opening others. Helping him to release the past and create a future of hope. The tools for forgiveness and placed him back on his path, when he lost his way.
I also enjoyed Chapter 13. Discovering the Gift. We all ponder our higher purpose. Our hidden gifts. We must look for them.
HIGHER IS WAITING is a beautifully written spiritual guidebook (thought-provoking and soul-searching) one to treasure. Highly recommend and an ideal choice for the gift giving and the holiday season as well as book clubs or small groups.
This is not a one time read. HIGHER IS WAITING is a memorable book you want to use, bookmark, and reference daily, to enrich your life. A reminder of how far we have come, and heights yet to attain. Buy two copies. Give one away to someone who needs "hope and faith," this Christmas season.
A special thank you to Random House for an advance reading copy and also purchased a hardcover copy for my personal library.
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From the multi-talented author, writer, actor, director, comedian, producer, filmmaker, playwright, songwriter, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Tyler Perry is the mastermind behind nineteen theatrically released feature films, twenty stage plays, nine television shows, and a #1 New York Times bestselling book.
The author once again demonstrates how tragedy turns into triumph, both in the hearts and minds of individuals and sets sparks of change within communities.
Who doesn’t love Tyler Perry? Being an Atlanta gal, I am a huge fan and have seen all his movies, a few of his plays, and read his books. (loved the references to Atlanta’s Silver Comet Trail which was my inspiration and logged in many hours on my bike for years). It brings solace.
In addition to his witty warm-hearted stories, he is a powerful spiritual leader. The essence of power, faith, and the grace of God and how it has worked in his own life.
In HIGHER IS WAITING, the author tells his own story. His own struggles with money, abuse, his career, and his unwavering love for his mother. His dreams. He never gave up on his dream and encourages others to do the same, no matter where they are in their journey or the climb.
Higher is divided into four sections that revolve around the metaphor of a tree.
The Tree of Life. Taking a tree, he compares to the various stages of spiritual growth from his early childhood years to the present.
• Planting the Seeds
• Nourish the Roots
• Branching Out
• Harvesting the Fruit
It is the author’s hope, readers will spark God within and ignite a flame to go higher. From those who are struggling or are angry. Those who need forgiveness. A desire for a better life. For all humanity.
From his own mom’s time growing up in the Jim Crow South when black people were not allowed to dream big. Tyler had big dreams. It meant reaching higher and taking chances.
On a personal note: When I served on the board of directors for YES! Atlanta, this was an important topic and message we stressed to this group of at-risk teens. "To dream big." To see beyond their current surroundings which may appear dismal, and unattainable.
God’s words can be of service. From your own thoughts, finances, love, career, or family; that love and compassion will be waiting in every single part of your life and step of your journey.
“Sometimes in life, dreams are hard to follow. Just like that climb, you’re not aware of how high you’re going or if you’re even moving. But every step, even when you can’t see what’s behind you for what’s in front of you, brings you closer to your goal. . . "
Easy to read, well laid out, this powerful book could be utilized as a daily devotional. From tidbits of real life from Tyler, wise lessons, and a special call out section with questions, thoughts, and meditations, with related scripture.
“Look how far you’ve come. God has brought you here. You won’t be abandoned. Stay in the climb.”
Perry vividly and movingly describes his growing awareness of God's presence in his life, how he learned to tune in to His voice— to persevere through hard times, and to choose faith over fear.
I particularly enjoyed his personal stories and how he connects with nature. Especially, Chapter 6. Relating trees to people.
Leaf People: people in your life for only a season. You can’t depend on them. They have their own weaknesses and are only able to offer shade. Like the leaves, they blow away.
Branch People: They are stronger than Leaf People. However, they need care. They are often fragile and unreliable. If a storm rolls in, they may break. Their strength has to be tested.
Root People. Someone very special. They do their work underground. Quietly without fanfare. They provide help, support, and nourishment. They are happy when we thrive. They are strong, resilient, and powerful. Be sure and water them with love, appreciation, and gratitude. Treasure these folks.
The leaf, branch, and root people in our own lives.
Perry reiterates his soul-filled experiences have taught him to embrace disappointments, knowing deeper lessons will be revealed.
They have shown him time and time again God’s hand in closing some doors and opening others. Helping him to release the past and create a future of hope. The tools for forgiveness and placed him back on his path, when he lost his way.
I also enjoyed Chapter 13. Discovering the Gift. We all ponder our higher purpose. Our hidden gifts. We must look for them.
HIGHER IS WAITING is a beautifully written spiritual guidebook (thought-provoking and soul-searching) one to treasure. Highly recommend and an ideal choice for the gift giving and the holiday season as well as book clubs or small groups.
This is not a one time read. HIGHER IS WAITING is a memorable book you want to use, bookmark, and reference daily, to enrich your life. A reminder of how far we have come, and heights yet to attain. Buy two copies. Give one away to someone who needs "hope and faith," this Christmas season.
A special thank you to Random House for an advance reading copy and also purchased a hardcover copy for my personal library.
JDCMustReadBooks
May 8, 2020
Favourite quotes
“Sometimes in life, son, when you pray and you’ve said and done all you can, then all you have to do is stand and wait, and listen. Just stand.”
“And after you’ve done everything you need to do and it seems as if the world isn’t stepping up to meet you, what do you do? Stand. Listen. Wait patiently. Keep waiting. And ask yourself, “Have I ever offered someone my shoulder?”
“I learned to be careful about sharing my dreams. I found out there unfortunate souls who I came to think of as “dream killers” or “dream thrives”..... these people .....are infected with negativity or fear.”
“After years of ridicule, I learned to treat my dreams as if they were precious gems hidden in a velvet pouch. I kept these dream treasures tucked away in a safe place within my soul, out of reach of those who doubted me.”
“When people haven’t felt the power of their own wings, they can’t imagine taking flight”
“Keep your vision to yourself or let nay sayers spur you on. Be modest and patient. Don’t get hung up on the outcome, hand that over to God. Encourage yourself.”
”No matter how difficult or disturbing your memories, they don’t have to crush those soul. You can transcend your experience. You can change your reaction. You can forgive.”
“It’s true you can’t turn back time and you can’t change your history, but a letter to your younger self can turn memory’s kaleidoscope and switch the image.”
“A child has an uncanny ability to take on the responsibility of every problem that is going on with the parent they love. They take on the burden.”
“I know now that when a child is growing up, abusive voices echo loudly.”
“When you know your worth, when you know your value, your life changes and you change lives. Whatever you do, get to worthy. Once you’re there, help someone else get there, too.”
“Running opened the door to my senses and I was able to take it all in. I felt my breath moving like a miracle through my body. I’d be clear headed, in tune with nature, grateful, close to God.”
“Why do we stop doing the very things that nature us physically and emotionally, and feed our spiritual growth?”
“The desire to achieve in my career became all-consuming, and for a while, I lost my sense of balance. ...... I learned that once you take a break, it’s not easy to get back in the groove again.”
“Even though you haven’t reached your goal yet, with each step you are getting closer. Don’t think about the finish line. Enjoy the race! Didn’t allow yourself to become overwhelmed with how far you still have to go.”
“ Your beginning doesn’t have to dictate your destination. You can learn in reverse.”
“ True faith begins when there is no path in front of you and no roadmap. .......,When you have faith, you don’t need a roadmap ; faith lights the way.”
“When I don’t hear God’s voice it’s means something is wrong; life is amiss....... Intuition shuts down, and I feel as if I’m moving through my day without a compass.”
“I may not be on track every single day, but I’m not likely to miss the station altogether.”
“After we took off, a mighty turbulence tossed the plane around almost immediately. It was as if we were sitting on individual trampolines. I was completely terrified. When I looked out the window all I could see was a thick wall of charcoal gray - zero visibility.........
Fear for my life and hoping we weren’t going to crash, I was just about to ask the pilot to land and let me off the plane when, suddenly, we broke through the clouds. We were climbing. Blinding sunlight pierced my eyes like a luminous blade. From that moment on, the flight was easy; I couldn’t even feel the plane moving.”
“If God has allowed you to become uncomfortable in your situation, know that it’s probably time for you to move on. “
“The conviction that you can change your life starts your own thinking.... Use the glorious tool of your imagination to lead to lead you there. Envision better, and shall come to pass. It has no choice. Remember Proverbs 23:7”
“All relationships, no matter how intimate or how casual, need a certain amount of nourishment, care and attention. And we’re no exception. We need to check in with ourselves too.”
“Full faith, full prayer, is truly about surrender”
“Prayer is the seed. Faith is the watering. Hard work is the sun delivering the nutrients the seed needs to grow. It gives the force to break through”
“ Sometimes you have to go deeper to get what you’re after, no matter what the cost. “
“Don’t stop praying until you live the change you’ve been waiting for. Don’t stop exploring, and pushing, and focusing, until you deliver the breakthrough. “
“When we feel gratitude there’s no room in our soul for complaints. “
“ Remind your soul of this truth: Our beloveds aren’t promised to us for ever. While you still have the chance, embrace those you love and who love you, hold of them dear, tell them how much they mean to you – don’t keep it to yourself. You never know when God will call them back.”
“Sometimes in life, dreams are hard to follow. You’re not aware of how higher you’re going or if you’re even moving. But every step, even when you can’t see what’s behind you or what’s in front of you, brings you closer to your goal. It’s in the climb. You might be struggling right now, but you are in the climb. People may not believe in you, but it’s part of the climb. They may take shots at you, but stay in the climb. You may need to stand alone, but you are in the climb.”
“Sometimes in life, son, when you pray and you’ve said and done all you can, then all you have to do is stand and wait, and listen. Just stand.”
“And after you’ve done everything you need to do and it seems as if the world isn’t stepping up to meet you, what do you do? Stand. Listen. Wait patiently. Keep waiting. And ask yourself, “Have I ever offered someone my shoulder?”
“I learned to be careful about sharing my dreams. I found out there unfortunate souls who I came to think of as “dream killers” or “dream thrives”..... these people .....are infected with negativity or fear.”
“After years of ridicule, I learned to treat my dreams as if they were precious gems hidden in a velvet pouch. I kept these dream treasures tucked away in a safe place within my soul, out of reach of those who doubted me.”
“When people haven’t felt the power of their own wings, they can’t imagine taking flight”
“Keep your vision to yourself or let nay sayers spur you on. Be modest and patient. Don’t get hung up on the outcome, hand that over to God. Encourage yourself.”
”No matter how difficult or disturbing your memories, they don’t have to crush those soul. You can transcend your experience. You can change your reaction. You can forgive.”
“It’s true you can’t turn back time and you can’t change your history, but a letter to your younger self can turn memory’s kaleidoscope and switch the image.”
“A child has an uncanny ability to take on the responsibility of every problem that is going on with the parent they love. They take on the burden.”
“I know now that when a child is growing up, abusive voices echo loudly.”
“When you know your worth, when you know your value, your life changes and you change lives. Whatever you do, get to worthy. Once you’re there, help someone else get there, too.”
“Running opened the door to my senses and I was able to take it all in. I felt my breath moving like a miracle through my body. I’d be clear headed, in tune with nature, grateful, close to God.”
“Why do we stop doing the very things that nature us physically and emotionally, and feed our spiritual growth?”
“The desire to achieve in my career became all-consuming, and for a while, I lost my sense of balance. ...... I learned that once you take a break, it’s not easy to get back in the groove again.”
“Even though you haven’t reached your goal yet, with each step you are getting closer. Don’t think about the finish line. Enjoy the race! Didn’t allow yourself to become overwhelmed with how far you still have to go.”
“ Your beginning doesn’t have to dictate your destination. You can learn in reverse.”
“ True faith begins when there is no path in front of you and no roadmap. .......,When you have faith, you don’t need a roadmap ; faith lights the way.”
“When I don’t hear God’s voice it’s means something is wrong; life is amiss....... Intuition shuts down, and I feel as if I’m moving through my day without a compass.”
“I may not be on track every single day, but I’m not likely to miss the station altogether.”
“After we took off, a mighty turbulence tossed the plane around almost immediately. It was as if we were sitting on individual trampolines. I was completely terrified. When I looked out the window all I could see was a thick wall of charcoal gray - zero visibility.........
Fear for my life and hoping we weren’t going to crash, I was just about to ask the pilot to land and let me off the plane when, suddenly, we broke through the clouds. We were climbing. Blinding sunlight pierced my eyes like a luminous blade. From that moment on, the flight was easy; I couldn’t even feel the plane moving.”
“If God has allowed you to become uncomfortable in your situation, know that it’s probably time for you to move on. “
“The conviction that you can change your life starts your own thinking.... Use the glorious tool of your imagination to lead to lead you there. Envision better, and shall come to pass. It has no choice. Remember Proverbs 23:7”
“All relationships, no matter how intimate or how casual, need a certain amount of nourishment, care and attention. And we’re no exception. We need to check in with ourselves too.”
“Full faith, full prayer, is truly about surrender”
“Prayer is the seed. Faith is the watering. Hard work is the sun delivering the nutrients the seed needs to grow. It gives the force to break through”
“ Sometimes you have to go deeper to get what you’re after, no matter what the cost. “
“Don’t stop praying until you live the change you’ve been waiting for. Don’t stop exploring, and pushing, and focusing, until you deliver the breakthrough. “
“When we feel gratitude there’s no room in our soul for complaints. “
“ Remind your soul of this truth: Our beloveds aren’t promised to us for ever. While you still have the chance, embrace those you love and who love you, hold of them dear, tell them how much they mean to you – don’t keep it to yourself. You never know when God will call them back.”
“Sometimes in life, dreams are hard to follow. You’re not aware of how higher you’re going or if you’re even moving. But every step, even when you can’t see what’s behind you or what’s in front of you, brings you closer to your goal. It’s in the climb. You might be struggling right now, but you are in the climb. People may not believe in you, but it’s part of the climb. They may take shots at you, but stay in the climb. You may need to stand alone, but you are in the climb.”
November 11, 2017
I've always been a little obsessed with Tyler Perry. I've never seen his plays (which is how he got his start), but I love his movies. They can get cheesy at times, sure, but Perry has a knack for telling a relatable, funny, and insightful story. He's entertaining (and Oprah seems to love him), so I've always been interested to know more about his story.
Higher Is Waiting is mostly a memoir, but also somewhat of a Bible study-type devotional. The book is divided into a bunch of little chapters where Perry offers up an anecdote from his life, then shares the lesson he learned, a related Bible verse to study, and asks a few reflection questions.
In my opinion, about a third of the book is throwaway. Perry's stories aren't always that interesting, and some of the insights aren't all that, well, insightful. I spent a lot of time in church growing up, and many of Perry's lessons were already very familiar to me. I'm guessing other readers will feel the same way.
Where this book excels, though, is in the stories about Perry's own childhood. I never knew he grew up poor or that his father was an abusive alcoholic. I didn't realize Perry was so close to his mother and that, even as a child, he felt wholly responsible for protecting her.
It's clear that Perry's experience of growing up in an abusive home helped him (and, let's face it, probably forced him...) to be a sharp and discerning observer of people. The guy is perceptive, and he has an impressive ability to see what motivates the people he interacts with. Yet despite his experiences early on in life and despite having that natural ability to "sniff out" danger or ill intention, Perry has managed to develop an accepting and loving graciousness toward people, even toward those who have wronged him. I can't help but respect that.
I admire Perry for how far he's come in life, for his perseverance and hard work. And I appreciate how honest he is in this book. I still think certain chapters could have been stronger (or even eliminated altogether), but I so enjoyed learning about Perry's childhood and hearing his thoughts on people, family, relationships, work, and life.
ARC provided through Amazon Vine.
See more of my reviews at www.BugBugBooks.com!
Higher Is Waiting is mostly a memoir, but also somewhat of a Bible study-type devotional. The book is divided into a bunch of little chapters where Perry offers up an anecdote from his life, then shares the lesson he learned, a related Bible verse to study, and asks a few reflection questions.
In my opinion, about a third of the book is throwaway. Perry's stories aren't always that interesting, and some of the insights aren't all that, well, insightful. I spent a lot of time in church growing up, and many of Perry's lessons were already very familiar to me. I'm guessing other readers will feel the same way.
Where this book excels, though, is in the stories about Perry's own childhood. I never knew he grew up poor or that his father was an abusive alcoholic. I didn't realize Perry was so close to his mother and that, even as a child, he felt wholly responsible for protecting her.
It's clear that Perry's experience of growing up in an abusive home helped him (and, let's face it, probably forced him...) to be a sharp and discerning observer of people. The guy is perceptive, and he has an impressive ability to see what motivates the people he interacts with. Yet despite his experiences early on in life and despite having that natural ability to "sniff out" danger or ill intention, Perry has managed to develop an accepting and loving graciousness toward people, even toward those who have wronged him. I can't help but respect that.
I admire Perry for how far he's come in life, for his perseverance and hard work. And I appreciate how honest he is in this book. I still think certain chapters could have been stronger (or even eliminated altogether), but I so enjoyed learning about Perry's childhood and hearing his thoughts on people, family, relationships, work, and life.
ARC provided through Amazon Vine.
See more of my reviews at www.BugBugBooks.com!
August 18, 2018
This book took me back to Sunday School when I was ten. Loved that aspect of it. All in all it was really a great read the only negative is that I wasn't completely captivated, it was a book a felt needed to be read in stages rather than all the way through at once. Stand out moment for me in this book was how you could feel TP's excitement and joy in the description he gave of visiting his Aunt Mae, a woman without riches, a fancy house, or anything worth real worldly value. But I love the sincerity in the writing and how you could feel that for him, this run down dilapidated house in the middle of nowhere that it took forever to get to was a haven for him. The value he found in what we today would consider so little is immeasurable and really hit home for me.
November 25, 2021
I’ve always been pretty neutral on Tyler Perry, now I really like Tyler Perry after reading this book. A great short bio on his upbringing in New Orleans area, with an abusive father, growing up poor, low expectations and negativity towards his aspirations and dreams.
Loved his relationship with his mom. Lessons learned, strong foundation from church. This book gave great common sense, easy to understand life lessons in perseverance, patience, hope, determination, relationships, backed by bible versus and grounded in a love for others.
Interesting reading this shortly after I read Paulo Coelho’s new agyness, this was 10 x’s better.
Loved his relationship with his mom. Lessons learned, strong foundation from church. This book gave great common sense, easy to understand life lessons in perseverance, patience, hope, determination, relationships, backed by bible versus and grounded in a love for others.
Interesting reading this shortly after I read Paulo Coelho’s new agyness, this was 10 x’s better.
December 19, 2017
Funny, poignant, uplifting and eye-opening. Part autobiography, part lesson on introspection, Tyler Perry's book is one of the best books I've ever read (or listened) to. His anecdotes, inspirational Bible quotes and suggestions for making the world a better place one small act at a time were perfectly blended into a book I couldn't wait to finish.
January 20, 2018
Loved this book. Great inspiration and insight by Tyler Perry. Words of wisdom and encouragement for all who read it!
April 3, 2018
So I got this book for Christmas, knew nothing about it other than it was written by Tyler Perry. I started reading it with a skeptical mind, just an autobiography from someone I only tangentially cared for. Wow, was I wrong!!! A phenomenal book filled with short stories of life lessons and faith! Many things included really made me think about some things in life.. highly recommend!!!
March 27, 2018
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I feel like I know more about Tyler Perry after reading this book. This book is very inspiring. It will motivate those that feel like they just can't make it, that their day will come soon "if" they believe and put forth the effort! :)
June 1, 2018
Good chapters that can be used as devotions. Each talks about how to live a better life includes scripture to show what to do. Glad I got to know Tyler Perry's life stories.
This was a book club group for me and Tracy.
This was a book club group for me and Tracy.
February 10, 2018
Some good parts -- similar to others I've read like this -- more like a devotional -- I like more indepth autobiography reads for nonfiction. Did remind me (& I have shared it with others) to get out of the guilt trip of the past -- don't face the back of your driver's seat, but face forward and move on.
February 6, 2018
Pleasant book on life and battles that can really shape you. But inspirational and goes to show you that as long as you keep fighting for your life and what you want anything is possible .
May 16, 2018
I really appreciate the author's life story and spiritual experience, my attention was engaged to the very end. His perspective and wisdom is the heart and soul of this fantastic book.
July 16, 2022
Amazing book. Has you really thinking!
May 24, 2018
I'm unsure what readers are giving this book four or five stars, but they must have very low standards or low expectations of the author. This simplistic "inspirational" book is 48 tiny chapters that are basically Perry's random thoughts on life that include few practical applications. There are a couple very minor personal stories included but they are so vague that I learned almost nothing new about Perry.
Most of the points he makes are things you've heard before and sound like a 13-year-old's analogies. Infidelity is like a car accident. When you're afraid be like a baby eagle and spread your wings to fly. Trust your soul GPS. And he loves to repeat his tree example, and thinks his dividing friends into leaves, branches, and roots is ground-breaking. These are all incredibly small-minded because he doesn't really develop any of the ideas into anything more than glib sayings. I guess some readers must like this simple-minded reading but more should be expected from a man whose creative work shows the possibilities of so much more depth.
Part of the problem is that Perry reveals so little of himself in this book. References to "a friend" and then a few sentences of a story lack enough detail to be engaged in any way. There must be a lot of people who are happy with morsels about his mother or aunt (based on the other reviews), but he merely is taking the spotlight off himself and it proves that there are very low standards when it comes to this actor and writer. A Wikipedia page tells you more about the man than you'll learn here. It's as if he has intentionally put a huge wall up to protect his privacy and turns everything spiritual instead of being willing to open up his own life to help us truly learn from him.
He has no problem revealing hateful details regarding his father over and over again (and even has a couple pointed jabs at the mother he claims to love so much)--the first half of the book has a bitter mention of his dad in almost every short chapter. One mention would have been enough because we very quickly learn that Perry has nothing positive to say about the man. And while Tyler claims to have forgiven the man there is no evidence based on the book. I'm sure the guy was horrible and the beatings were as devastating as the insults, but constantly rehashing it in a book that's supposed to be positive and inspirational actually detracts from the message.
And it's ironic that a successful man like Tyler, who is unable to become unguarded about his own specific failures, is so willing to negatively reveal all that's bad about his dad. The book would have been much more meaningful if Perry would have given specific examples of his own mistakes and how he learned from what God did to overcome them. Instead he talks about "hard times" or "bad decisions" but offers almost no details to give us any idea what he is talking about. Yes, Tyler points toward a higher power (which is refreshing for a major Hollywood player) but much of that appears to be because he's so uncomfortable with himself that he wants others to look away from his own inner issues.
Most of the points he makes are things you've heard before and sound like a 13-year-old's analogies. Infidelity is like a car accident. When you're afraid be like a baby eagle and spread your wings to fly. Trust your soul GPS. And he loves to repeat his tree example, and thinks his dividing friends into leaves, branches, and roots is ground-breaking. These are all incredibly small-minded because he doesn't really develop any of the ideas into anything more than glib sayings. I guess some readers must like this simple-minded reading but more should be expected from a man whose creative work shows the possibilities of so much more depth.
Part of the problem is that Perry reveals so little of himself in this book. References to "a friend" and then a few sentences of a story lack enough detail to be engaged in any way. There must be a lot of people who are happy with morsels about his mother or aunt (based on the other reviews), but he merely is taking the spotlight off himself and it proves that there are very low standards when it comes to this actor and writer. A Wikipedia page tells you more about the man than you'll learn here. It's as if he has intentionally put a huge wall up to protect his privacy and turns everything spiritual instead of being willing to open up his own life to help us truly learn from him.
He has no problem revealing hateful details regarding his father over and over again (and even has a couple pointed jabs at the mother he claims to love so much)--the first half of the book has a bitter mention of his dad in almost every short chapter. One mention would have been enough because we very quickly learn that Perry has nothing positive to say about the man. And while Tyler claims to have forgiven the man there is no evidence based on the book. I'm sure the guy was horrible and the beatings were as devastating as the insults, but constantly rehashing it in a book that's supposed to be positive and inspirational actually detracts from the message.
And it's ironic that a successful man like Tyler, who is unable to become unguarded about his own specific failures, is so willing to negatively reveal all that's bad about his dad. The book would have been much more meaningful if Perry would have given specific examples of his own mistakes and how he learned from what God did to overcome them. Instead he talks about "hard times" or "bad decisions" but offers almost no details to give us any idea what he is talking about. Yes, Tyler points toward a higher power (which is refreshing for a major Hollywood player) but much of that appears to be because he's so uncomfortable with himself that he wants others to look away from his own inner issues.
January 9, 2018
Higher is Waiting
I Picked Up This Book Because: I like Tyler Perry. I am endlessly curious about the life journeys of others so why not read this.
Part memoir, part inspiration, part spiritual study guide. Tyler shares his story largely using the metaphor of a tree. He speaks of his roots, his branches and leaves. He speaks of his tough life growing, his close relationship with his mother and Aunt Mae. He seeks to tell these stories not solely for entertainment but so others can understand that you can not let your past direct your future. Life is a series of moments to grow and he offers tools in the form of bible verse to help facilitate that growth.
I listened to this in audiobook form but I think I would suggest it in paper form. There are several passages that are given that I would want to reflect on, study, do and then come back a reread the passage.
Overall I found the book interesting however I did find my thoughts drifting every now and again.
The Random Thoughts:
The Score Card:
3.75 Stars
I Picked Up This Book Because: I like Tyler Perry. I am endlessly curious about the life journeys of others so why not read this.
Part memoir, part inspiration, part spiritual study guide. Tyler shares his story largely using the metaphor of a tree. He speaks of his roots, his branches and leaves. He speaks of his tough life growing, his close relationship with his mother and Aunt Mae. He seeks to tell these stories not solely for entertainment but so others can understand that you can not let your past direct your future. Life is a series of moments to grow and he offers tools in the form of bible verse to help facilitate that growth.
I listened to this in audiobook form but I think I would suggest it in paper form. There are several passages that are given that I would want to reflect on, study, do and then come back a reread the passage.
Overall I found the book interesting however I did find my thoughts drifting every now and again.
The Random Thoughts:
The Score Card:
3.75 Stars
January 26, 2018
I was a lucky goodreads giveaway winner of "Higher is Waiting" by Tyler Perry. Tyler Perry shares his life experiences to write of his beliefs in God and how his faith has guided him through life. He is honest about the ups and downs he has experienced and how his faith in God helped him. He breaks his book into four sections. "Planting the seeds" "Nourishing the roots" "Branching out" and "Harvesting the roots" He shares some of his favorite bible quotes and has some questions at the end of each short chapter. I learned some about his sometimes rough childhood with a cruel father and the love he has for his mother and surrogate grandmother. His failures when trying to start up is career and then his success. Always having faith in God to guide him through life. A very good book. I was glad I got the chance to read. I would give this a 4.5.
February 24, 2020
Its a mix of autobiography, self help and religion. I liked the way Tyler Perry tells his tale. Each chapter is short and the book doesn't take very long to read. Its a short book that made me long for more. I wish there were more books like it. Tyler has a lot to tell and hopefully this will not be the end of his writing of books. If you like any of Tyler Perry's tv shows, plays, or movies then read this book. You will be glad you did!
July 15, 2019
One of the better books I’ve read on personal development and success. What I particularly liked about this book where the small but personal chapters that each had a lesson in them. The book also followed the theme of a tree, from its roots to the blossoming and I really liked his descriptive nature in the books.
September 17, 2020
I love Tyler. It's a nice book. Easy and short read.
I, however, felt like he was not as candid and raw as I expected. My expectations were up there considering the type of a film writer he is. It's like he only handpicked parts of his life that resonated with the Christian teaching that he was trying to put across and that doesn't sound so real.
I, however, felt like he was not as candid and raw as I expected. My expectations were up there considering the type of a film writer he is. It's like he only handpicked parts of his life that resonated with the Christian teaching that he was trying to put across and that doesn't sound so real.
September 27, 2019
If you are spiritual, you will probably like this a lot. Unfortunately I could relate a lot to his childhood and became an angry adult until I worked on me. If had read this in my early twenties I probably would’ve put this book back. Now at 45 I understand it.
May 21, 2019
writing an auto biography, then paying someone else to read, just doesn't work.
October 25, 2021
I have so much respect for Tyler Perry and his sharing of his story. His book has helped me through a tough time in my life.
August 31, 2024
I loved EVERYTHING about this book, except one thing: it was too short! Mr. Perry has a spectacular life story - this we know. This book is inspirational, personal and transparent. It left me wanting more.
One other thing, that was obviously a carefully thought out decision was that Mr. Perry did not read the book himself. That, would have added another star for me.
In a world that is so "politcally-correct" being a Christian publically is not an easy decision. Mr. Perry quotes scripture throughout and speaks constantly, not just about God, but Jesus himself.
Thank you, Mr. Perry! I'm now going to buy a caseful and give them away as cherished gifts.
One other thing, that was obviously a carefully thought out decision was that Mr. Perry did not read the book himself. That, would have added another star for me.
In a world that is so "politcally-correct" being a Christian publically is not an easy decision. Mr. Perry quotes scripture throughout and speaks constantly, not just about God, but Jesus himself.
Thank you, Mr. Perry! I'm now going to buy a caseful and give them away as cherished gifts.
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