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The Light Within Me
The celebrated Fox News star and #1 New York Times bestselling author offers a powerful, uplifting look at her life and her spiritual journey, reflecting on her family, her faith, and her successful career.
In her bestselling children’s book Take Heart, My Child, Ainsley Earhardt drew on her childhood and the inspirational notes her father wrote her before school each morning. In this moving memoir, she reminisces about growing up with a father who loved his children unconditionally—a cherished model of parenthood she has adopted with her own daughter—how her Christian faith has shaped her life, and the dynamic journalism career that has made her a trusted household name.
From her insightful political coverage, including a sit-down with Melania Trump, to her powerful reporting covering some of the most headline-making national events, to her live coverage, including Pope Francis’ visit to New York, Ainsley considers her career and the factors that have propelled her to the top of her field, becoming a cohost of Fox & Friends and contributor to Hannity. Ainsley credits her success to the values she learned from her parents, and to the enduring Christian faith that has been her ballast through thick and thin, in good times and in periods of great difficulty.
Filled with inspirational quotes taken from Scripture and illustrated with sixteen pages of never-before-seen photos, her memoir is infused with her spiritual beliefs and will touch the hearts of all her fans, reminding them to count the blessings God has given them every day of their lives.
In her bestselling children’s book Take Heart, My Child, Ainsley Earhardt drew on her childhood and the inspirational notes her father wrote her before school each morning. In this moving memoir, she reminisces about growing up with a father who loved his children unconditionally—a cherished model of parenthood she has adopted with her own daughter—how her Christian faith has shaped her life, and the dynamic journalism career that has made her a trusted household name.
From her insightful political coverage, including a sit-down with Melania Trump, to her powerful reporting covering some of the most headline-making national events, to her live coverage, including Pope Francis’ visit to New York, Ainsley considers her career and the factors that have propelled her to the top of her field, becoming a cohost of Fox & Friends and contributor to Hannity. Ainsley credits her success to the values she learned from her parents, and to the enduring Christian faith that has been her ballast through thick and thin, in good times and in periods of great difficulty.
Filled with inspirational quotes taken from Scripture and illustrated with sixteen pages of never-before-seen photos, her memoir is infused with her spiritual beliefs and will touch the hearts of all her fans, reminding them to count the blessings God has given them every day of their lives.
240 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2018
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Ainsley Earhardt
6 books57 followersAinsley Earhardt is a journalist who is an anchor and correspondent for the Fox News Channel. She is the co-host of Fox & Friends and also reports for Hannity with her own segment called "Ainsley Across America". She is married to former Clemson University quarterback Will Proctor. They have one daughter.
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July 25, 2019
As a Christian, I love reading biographies of other people of the same faith, especially those in the entertainment industry. Ainsley's story was very inspiring and heartwarming. I particularly liked her account of the orthodontist's office she went to as a kid; I went to one way back when that was the same way!
May 8, 2018
I've read a lot of books espousing theories on what is wrong with Christianity in America today. Many of them focus on evangelical/conservative Christians as the problem, so in the name of balance I determined to read a book that presented the other side of the story. Ms. Earhardt, as a host of Fox and Friends, I felt would surely present that side.
She did, although that was not the focus of her story. Her primary focus is on taking us through a bit of the journey of her life. She shares the joy she takes in being part of a close family and how they taught her the value of hard work and responsibility. While she admits that she was "blessed" by her good fortune of being born into the family she was, she touches only lightly on the tremendous privileges that were afforded to her because of the wealth which surrounded her. She also never discusses - not once - the privilege afforded to her by her winsome All American girl looks. I wonder if as she was writing this she realized how how great it is that she never once had to deal with the racism many of her viewers dish out to people on a regular basis simply because those people are "other" to them.
She only touches lightly on her divorce, which is typical of evangelical doctrine since the '80s when they had to bend over backwards to make Ronald Reagan anything like a Christian. She mentions sorrow and regret but doesn't discuss the possible role her career ambitions had on the relationship or the idea of sin and wrestling with whether or not a remarriage would be right in light of Matthew 19:3-12. Given that this was supposed to be about "what God has done in me, through me, and for me" such a discussion would have been both appropriate and critical.
She also takes a generous brush to Roger Ailes and the situation he found himself in. She feels sorry for the women, assures us she wasn't one of them and reminds us that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. She doesn't mention the O'Reilly scandals at all and brushes only slightly on the ET Weekly scandal surrounding then candidate Donald Trump. She offers no insights or views on whether she has wrestled with surrounding herself with people often embroiled in such scandals. No mention is made of 1 Cor. 5: 9 I wrote to you in my letter not to associate with sexually immoral people— 10 not at all meaning the people of this world who are immoral, or the greedy and swindlers, or idolaters. In that case you would have to leave this world. 11 But now I am writing to you that you must not associate with anyone who CLAIMS TO BE A BROTHER OR SISTER but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or slanderer, a drunkard or swindler. Do not even eat with such people.
I think in many ways, though, Ms. Earhardt nailed her message. It's a story about inviting Jesus into your life as a participant, as someone who helps and guides you. This is a crucial difference between the two views of the gospel right now. One side is about Jesus being a part of your life. The other side is about being called to become a part of His. " I am crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me.”—Galatians 2:20 Matthew 16:24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. 25 For whoever wants to save their life[a] will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it."
I think fans of the author will find this an enjoyable, light, easy read. Not very inspirational in terms of the gospel but I don't think they will be looking for that.
She did, although that was not the focus of her story. Her primary focus is on taking us through a bit of the journey of her life. She shares the joy she takes in being part of a close family and how they taught her the value of hard work and responsibility. While she admits that she was "blessed" by her good fortune of being born into the family she was, she touches only lightly on the tremendous privileges that were afforded to her because of the wealth which surrounded her. She also never discusses - not once - the privilege afforded to her by her winsome All American girl looks. I wonder if as she was writing this she realized how how great it is that she never once had to deal with the racism many of her viewers dish out to people on a regular basis simply because those people are "other" to them.
She only touches lightly on her divorce, which is typical of evangelical doctrine since the '80s when they had to bend over backwards to make Ronald Reagan anything like a Christian. She mentions sorrow and regret but doesn't discuss the possible role her career ambitions had on the relationship or the idea of sin and wrestling with whether or not a remarriage would be right in light of Matthew 19:3-12. Given that this was supposed to be about "what God has done in me, through me, and for me" such a discussion would have been both appropriate and critical.
She also takes a generous brush to Roger Ailes and the situation he found himself in. She feels sorry for the women, assures us she wasn't one of them and reminds us that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. She doesn't mention the O'Reilly scandals at all and brushes only slightly on the ET Weekly scandal surrounding then candidate Donald Trump. She offers no insights or views on whether she has wrestled with surrounding herself with people often embroiled in such scandals. No mention is made of 1 Cor. 5: 9 I wrote to you in my letter not to associate with sexually immoral people— 10 not at all meaning the people of this world who are immoral, or the greedy and swindlers, or idolaters. In that case you would have to leave this world. 11 But now I am writing to you that you must not associate with anyone who CLAIMS TO BE A BROTHER OR SISTER but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or slanderer, a drunkard or swindler. Do not even eat with such people.
I think in many ways, though, Ms. Earhardt nailed her message. It's a story about inviting Jesus into your life as a participant, as someone who helps and guides you. This is a crucial difference between the two views of the gospel right now. One side is about Jesus being a part of your life. The other side is about being called to become a part of His. " I am crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me.”—Galatians 2:20 Matthew 16:24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. 25 For whoever wants to save their life[a] will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it."
I think fans of the author will find this an enjoyable, light, easy read. Not very inspirational in terms of the gospel but I don't think they will be looking for that.
November 9, 2018
If you loved this book and/or the author, then you might want to skip this review.
I didn't know who Ainsley was before I picked this up. I rarely give 1 star ratings, and I don't think I've ever given an autobiography a 1 star rating, but it just goes to show that all things are possible. I've read many autobiographies. It is a genre I enjoy. However, I did NOT enjoy this one at all. This falls into the "inspirational" & "Christian" categories, so I thought I'd more than like this because I love both of those genres. So it's a let down of sorts, that I can't find one good thing to say about this book.
Here is the main reason I had a problem here: I heard the perfect words but there wasn't a thread of connection to her actual story or her motives. Because of this, it didn't feel authentic to me. I won't go into detail here. I have a few personal rules when writing reviews of autobiographies that I won't break. I know it is hard to put a piece of yourself out into the real world for all to see. I admire that, but tbh, this was painful to get through. She had a nice voice though for the audio. (Yay, I found a positive.)
Update: After posting my review, I got to thinking that I don't like giving 1-star ratings, especially in this genre. I looked through all of the other autobiographies that I've read and I did actually give one other a 1-star rating.... so here is the question:
What do Ainsley Earhardt and Sammy Hagar have in common? You guessed it.
I didn't know who Ainsley was before I picked this up. I rarely give 1 star ratings, and I don't think I've ever given an autobiography a 1 star rating, but it just goes to show that all things are possible. I've read many autobiographies. It is a genre I enjoy. However, I did NOT enjoy this one at all. This falls into the "inspirational" & "Christian" categories, so I thought I'd more than like this because I love both of those genres. So it's a let down of sorts, that I can't find one good thing to say about this book.
Here is the main reason I had a problem here: I heard the perfect words but there wasn't a thread of connection to her actual story or her motives. Because of this, it didn't feel authentic to me. I won't go into detail here. I have a few personal rules when writing reviews of autobiographies that I won't break. I know it is hard to put a piece of yourself out into the real world for all to see. I admire that, but tbh, this was painful to get through. She had a nice voice though for the audio. (Yay, I found a positive.)
Update: After posting my review, I got to thinking that I don't like giving 1-star ratings, especially in this genre. I looked through all of the other autobiographies that I've read and I did actually give one other a 1-star rating.... so here is the question:
What do Ainsley Earhardt and Sammy Hagar have in common? You guessed it.
May 14, 2021
The Light Within Me by Ainsley Earhardt, celebrated Fox News star and #1 New York Times bestselling author offers a powerful, uplifting look at her life and her spiritual journey, reflecting on her family, her faith, and her successful career. She shares the importance of God and the strength of her faith in directing her life through failures and triumphs including her success as a news anchor and an author of a series of children's books drawing on her own childhood and the inspirational notes her father wrote her before school each morning. In this moving memoir, she reminisces about growing up with a father who loved his children unconditionally—a cherished model of parenthood she has adopted with her own daughter—how her Christian faith has shaped her life, and the dynamic journalism career that has made her a trusted household name.
From her insightful political coverage, including a sit-down with Melania Trump, to her powerful reporting covering some of the most headline-making national events, to her live coverage, including Pope Francis’ visit to New York, Ainsley considers her career and the factors that have propelled her to the top of her field, becoming a cohost of Fox & Friends and contributor to Hannity. Ainsley credits her success to the values she learned from her parents, and to the enduring Christian faith that has been her ballast through thick and thin, in good times and in periods of great difficulty. Filled with inspirational quotes taken from Scripture and illustrated with sixteen pages of never-before-seen photos, her memoir is infused with her spiritual beliefs and will touch the hearts of all her fans, reminding them to count the blessings God has given them every day of their lives.
From her insightful political coverage, including a sit-down with Melania Trump, to her powerful reporting covering some of the most headline-making national events, to her live coverage, including Pope Francis’ visit to New York, Ainsley considers her career and the factors that have propelled her to the top of her field, becoming a cohost of Fox & Friends and contributor to Hannity. Ainsley credits her success to the values she learned from her parents, and to the enduring Christian faith that has been her ballast through thick and thin, in good times and in periods of great difficulty. Filled with inspirational quotes taken from Scripture and illustrated with sixteen pages of never-before-seen photos, her memoir is infused with her spiritual beliefs and will touch the hearts of all her fans, reminding them to count the blessings God has given them every day of their lives.
April 26, 2018
I normally don't read books like this, but for some reason just had to pick it up and read it immediately. I am very happy that I did. I really didn't know much about AE before reading this book, but was more interested in how her faith has played a role in her life.
I absolutely loved this book! Yes, it appears as though she lived a relatively (dare I say) easy early life, with no financial problems etc. but, she only came across as gracious and thankful for everything in her life. Her life was not without hardships and she seemed to handle them with grace that I'm not sure I could have found myself.
Definitely worth the read. I loved it!
I absolutely loved this book! Yes, it appears as though she lived a relatively (dare I say) easy early life, with no financial problems etc. but, she only came across as gracious and thankful for everything in her life. Her life was not without hardships and she seemed to handle them with grace that I'm not sure I could have found myself.
Definitely worth the read. I loved it!
August 18, 2024
I thought I would like this book a lot more than I did. I've read a lot of memoirs, and this one just lacked depth. Ainsley has certainly worked hard to get where she is in her career, but she doesn't share much insight. When she talks about hardships she just chocks it up to being God's will and moves on. I would've liked to hear more about what she learned from those times.
May 17, 2022
Ainsley seems to be a beautiful person - both inside and out. This was a sweet retelling of some key events in her life. She is an inspiration
May 2, 2018
Like a drink of cold water in a hot desert
This book was so refreshing to me. I was fascinated by Ainsley's testimony and her description of growing up in South Carolina. I was fortunate enough to spend some time in South Carolina and I love that state and its people. Even more than seeing South Carolina through Ainsley's eyes, I enjoyed hearing about her walk with God. That description was heartening and inspirational. I recommend this book to anyone. It doesn't matter why you read this book, whether it's because you like biographies, or a view from inside a news organization on world events that happened in recent years, or a quest to find something more in your life that you sense you are missing: you will get something refreshing from this book.
This book was so refreshing to me. I was fascinated by Ainsley's testimony and her description of growing up in South Carolina. I was fortunate enough to spend some time in South Carolina and I love that state and its people. Even more than seeing South Carolina through Ainsley's eyes, I enjoyed hearing about her walk with God. That description was heartening and inspirational. I recommend this book to anyone. It doesn't matter why you read this book, whether it's because you like biographies, or a view from inside a news organization on world events that happened in recent years, or a quest to find something more in your life that you sense you are missing: you will get something refreshing from this book.
August 8, 2019
I enjoy autobiographies that are authentic and vulnerable. While Ainsley chronicled her life, it felt to me as too perfect and privileged (even the bumpy parts of her history). I’m also a Christian and believe in trusting God yet can’t easily ignore the fact that life doesn’t always work out amazingly for everyone as it did for her. This was just an ok read for me.
May 11, 2018
Uplifting
I thoroughly enjoyed this book about my favorite female news anchor. It is so uplifting to read how God has worked in Ainsley's life. Christians need this encouragement. Non-Christians need to know that God is there for them. Thank you Ainsley, for writing and sharing.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book about my favorite female news anchor. It is so uplifting to read how God has worked in Ainsley's life. Christians need this encouragement. Non-Christians need to know that God is there for them. Thank you Ainsley, for writing and sharing.
August 20, 2018
I don't watch much TV, no cable TV in my home. As such, I had no idea who Ainsley was when I happened upon this at the library. I love that Ainsley was not afraid to speak from the heart about her faith and her patriotism. I had the audio book, nice to hear it read by the author.
July 12, 2018
Nice testimonial autobiography from someone I hope will have deeper things to say when another twenty years or so have passed.
April 24, 2025
Wow, the last Goodreads review for this book was a couple of years ago. I’m late to the party, arriving just as everyone else is going home, which I’m embarrassed to admit because I’m a staunch Fox News fan—and an even bigger fan of Ainsley Earhardt. It was an impulse buy on the discount rack at Books-A-Million since, as an airline pilot, I knew I’d have a bunch of layover time on my current trip. Still, I love how Ainsley recounts the trajectory of her career from high school and college into her professional life. She is raw, vulnerable, yet allows her relationship with God to take center stage through it all. Hearing of the difficult seasons of losing a child and going through a divorce choked me up, but I can completely empathize with her struggles of balancing the working professional work/life relationship while striving to glorify the Lord through it all. This book will give you hope and perseverance, and it will challenge you to honor God in all you do, praying to Him all throughout your day and in all situations. I’m thankful that Ainsley serves as a beacon of light, hope, and truth both through this book and on her Fox & Friends morning show, and as an author myself I highly recommend this book.
March 10, 2025
What a joy this book was to read/listen to! I was already familiar with Ainsley because of Fox News and knew that she was a person of faith, but this book offers an in-depth look into her life and faith journey.
I love how Ainsley made it clear that faith in Jesus Christ is the foundation of her entire life and it is through the lens of God's sovereignty that she views everything that happens in her life. She shared the joys and the disappointments that make up her life with humility, grace, and winsomeness. I really enjoyed this book so much and found great encouragement from it. I love that Ainsley is a sister-in-Christ who uses her very public and visible platform to exalt Christ! May God continue to bless you, Ainsley.
I love how Ainsley made it clear that faith in Jesus Christ is the foundation of her entire life and it is through the lens of God's sovereignty that she views everything that happens in her life. She shared the joys and the disappointments that make up her life with humility, grace, and winsomeness. I really enjoyed this book so much and found great encouragement from it. I love that Ainsley is a sister-in-Christ who uses her very public and visible platform to exalt Christ! May God continue to bless you, Ainsley.
August 12, 2024
*Synopsis: In this memoir, she reminisces about growing up with a father who loved his children unconditionally—a model of parenthood she has adopted with her own daughter—how her Christian faith has shaped her life, and the dynamic journalism career that has made her a trusted household name
*Recommendable: 🗣️🗣️
*Characters: 👸👸👸👸👸
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*Engagement: 🖐️✋
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*Overall: ⭐️ (1.62)
My review: A good god fearing lady that tells us her story and encourages us to trust in God through every step of our lives.
*Recommendable: 🗣️🗣️
*Characters: 👸👸👸👸👸
*Spice:
*Predictable: 🕵️
*Engagement: 🖐️✋
*Emotional:
*Educational: 📚📚📚
*Overall: ⭐️ (1.62)
My review: A good god fearing lady that tells us her story and encourages us to trust in God through every step of our lives.
October 14, 2024
U read other readers reviews after reading the book but before I wrote this review. This book was written 2018 I believe. The USA has changed so much since then. We have the 2020 election Covid and now the upcoming 2024 election.
To me being older than Ma Earnhardt. She had a Pollyanna out look everything was coming up roses for her. You can be a Christian and still have struggles in life. You can be a believer of any faith and not have a perfect live.
To me being older than Ma Earnhardt. She had a Pollyanna out look everything was coming up roses for her. You can be a Christian and still have struggles in life. You can be a believer of any faith and not have a perfect live.
February 17, 2022
I listened to this on audio and really admired her story and how each chapter she pointed back to God working all things for good in her life. Her stories about her family including her dad’s letters were especially heart warming. Many will avoid this book solely on politics, but for me it was light hearted and encouraging.
December 4, 2022
I read the 224 page paperback version of The Light Within Me. Ainsley truly inspires me in her writing and Faith in Jesus Christ her risen Lord. I to have a similar Faith and that I leave life in God's hands. Ainsley keep up the good work. Amen.
May 11, 2021
Wonderful book! Loved her expression of faith from the first to last pages!
October 31, 2021
Very honest look at her life and career. I appreciate her faith and strength in adversity. Thank you for sharing, Ainsley!
February 5, 2022
It was refreshing to read of Earnhardt's struggles and accomplishments on her way to fame with Fox. She is an inspiration to all who aspire to be in the News business.
September 29, 2022
It was nice to learn the story behind Ainsley Earnhart.
October 9, 2022
Cool to learn her history
November 13, 2022
I found this audio book just searching for something to listen to while recovering from an illness. I was not prepared for the range of emotions! It was a sweet memoir that I enjoyed and recommend!!
January 17, 2022
I loved it! Ainsley opened up about her faith and career , and how she got there. You can tell she is a very genuine and caring person. Very interesting about how she rose to the top at Fox News. Very inspiring, spiritually speaking.
January 1, 2019
Is this an in depth memoir? Not really, but then it isn’t supposed to be. Some reviewers have been disappointed with it. Why? She didn’t go into more detail on her divorce or the scandal with Roger Ailes. And? That isn’t the point of the story. If you’re hung up on those issues then you missed her point by a mile! It’s how she let God guide her. Why is that such a hard concept to grasp?
She made a decision at a SAE party that would be life changing. She could continue to party or she could break the mold and chose a different path; one that honored Jesus Christ and his father. She chose the later.
I’ve also notice some reviewers have called out her childhood and imply she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth. Really? Her father and mother worked hard for what they had and instilled in their children, “if you want it, earn it.” Yes, her parents were successful. Why should she be vilified because her parents were hard working citizens and began enjoying the fruits of their labors? What a novel idea.
While her career has reached the pinnacle of her profession, personally, she’s had some issues. You see her first divorce coming like a run-away freight train. It was no surprise to see it end. I lived that life where work consumed my schedule and not family. According to recent reports her second marriage is also coming to an end. I can’t help but think the work and their baby Hayden play a major part in this collapse.
I’d like to pass on something to her that I learned nine years ago. I reunited with my high school sweetheart after thirty years. At the time my mistress and bride were my job. Seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. I’m not kidding. Even though two my grown children lived in the area, I worked too much to see them. When I started seeing Debbie again, a major change happened when I learned a valuable lesson: Instead of living to work, I worked to live. I am so glad I woke up. If not, I would have missed the greatest love of my life for seven months later her breast cancer returned. Enough about me.
Overall it’s a quick easy read.
Who will like this? If you’re a fan of Fox and Friends-definitely. If you’re looking for a story that will put a smile on your face, yes.
One other note, Ainsley should check out the book, “The Shift” by Maryanne Connor. They have a lot in common.
March 18, 2021
I'm really impressed. She's not just beautiful; she's a very smart person, a good writer, and a strong, committed Christian who is transparent about her life and faith. Way to go, Ainsley!
July 22, 2018
Ms. Earhardt benefitted from every advantage that being raised in an intact, healthy, loving Christian home within monied Southern culture can offer -- with the added bonuses of cosmetic beauty, intelligence and social winsomeness. And, it appears that she did not detour down a rebellious path, except when expectations placed on her may have conflicted with her career goals. Ms. Earhardt's starting point in life was far ahead of most people, including other young women who became Christians at the same age as she.
This inspirational memoir is the story of Ms. Earhardt becoming and living as a Christian during her young womanhood, not an autobiography that provides details about her broader life or a journal that exposes how she processed her life's highs and lows. Nonetheless, I felt as though in her articulated orientation to maintain a "positive attitude" she may have glossed over, repressed or ignored painful challenges, despite touching on the dissolution of her first marriage and loss of her first baby. The significance of this is to create a picture of the Christian life that is unrealistically charmed and to inadvertently present a practical theology where God exists to help fulfill one's own earthly dreams. If Ms. Earhardt's theology is inapplicable to, say, the Christian girls of Boko Haram or former U.S. gymnast Rachel Dellenholander, then the theology itself is faulty. Ultimately, I suspect that some of the sanctifying trials God has allowed Ms. Earhardt to experience are different than those who aren't blessed with her many advantages can resonate with and she chose not to mention them, while also fulfilling Southern cultural expectations to maintain winsome positivity.
It was very courageous of Ms. Earhardt to reveal such a personal area of her life to public scrutiny, especially given the current viciousness of American culture. It will be interesting if her story and perspective changes in 20+ years.
This inspirational memoir is the story of Ms. Earhardt becoming and living as a Christian during her young womanhood, not an autobiography that provides details about her broader life or a journal that exposes how she processed her life's highs and lows. Nonetheless, I felt as though in her articulated orientation to maintain a "positive attitude" she may have glossed over, repressed or ignored painful challenges, despite touching on the dissolution of her first marriage and loss of her first baby. The significance of this is to create a picture of the Christian life that is unrealistically charmed and to inadvertently present a practical theology where God exists to help fulfill one's own earthly dreams. If Ms. Earhardt's theology is inapplicable to, say, the Christian girls of Boko Haram or former U.S. gymnast Rachel Dellenholander, then the theology itself is faulty. Ultimately, I suspect that some of the sanctifying trials God has allowed Ms. Earhardt to experience are different than those who aren't blessed with her many advantages can resonate with and she chose not to mention them, while also fulfilling Southern cultural expectations to maintain winsome positivity.
It was very courageous of Ms. Earhardt to reveal such a personal area of her life to public scrutiny, especially given the current viciousness of American culture. It will be interesting if her story and perspective changes in 20+ years.
November 26, 2018
My Rating: 5 Stars
Publisher: Harper Collins
Narrator: Ainsley Earhardt
Length: 6 hours Unabridged
Genre: Nonfiction, Spiritual
I truly enjoyed this book. I really connected to Ainsley throughout this book. When she became a Christian, a TRUE Christian, I believe that many people go through the same thing. I grew up in a Christian home, going to church on Sunday, Sunday night, Wednesday night prayer meeting and another time such as choir practice, drama, and many other activities. The point is when you grow up in a Christian home and surrounded by Christians you can feel and believe that since you are engulfed in Christianity, you believe that you are a Christian. In reality, there is action to take and changes to make in your life as well as making God "Lord" of your life.
I enjoyed reading about Ainsley's life, and how her dad would leave her scriptures to read. Many things that happened to her as a kid happened to me. I felt such a connection to her and changes she made and even things that happened to her. It was wonderful reading about how she handled things with prayer first, and how she would pray for God's help. I can relate to her story about letting go and giving her problems to God and how he blessed her.
I have been through things in my life where I had to let go, and pray, "God, you know what I need better than I do, I am going to stop worrying over this and give it to you." In the end, things worked out better than I could have dreamed it up and I had nothing to do with it, God got all the glory.
Thank you Ainsley Earhardt for writing this book.
Publisher: Harper Collins
Narrator: Ainsley Earhardt
Length: 6 hours Unabridged
Genre: Nonfiction, Spiritual
I truly enjoyed this book. I really connected to Ainsley throughout this book. When she became a Christian, a TRUE Christian, I believe that many people go through the same thing. I grew up in a Christian home, going to church on Sunday, Sunday night, Wednesday night prayer meeting and another time such as choir practice, drama, and many other activities. The point is when you grow up in a Christian home and surrounded by Christians you can feel and believe that since you are engulfed in Christianity, you believe that you are a Christian. In reality, there is action to take and changes to make in your life as well as making God "Lord" of your life.
I enjoyed reading about Ainsley's life, and how her dad would leave her scriptures to read. Many things that happened to her as a kid happened to me. I felt such a connection to her and changes she made and even things that happened to her. It was wonderful reading about how she handled things with prayer first, and how she would pray for God's help. I can relate to her story about letting go and giving her problems to God and how he blessed her.
I have been through things in my life where I had to let go, and pray, "God, you know what I need better than I do, I am going to stop worrying over this and give it to you." In the end, things worked out better than I could have dreamed it up and I had nothing to do with it, God got all the glory.
Thank you Ainsley Earhardt for writing this book.
April 29, 2023
Warning. This sounds jaded. And probably is. Someone else can argue their opinion. This is mine (however jaded). "Oh, how beautiful and amazing and privileged I am." The author never said that, but was also too intelligent to let on that might be the way things really were. I can appreciate there was a lot of hard work on the author's part to get to her ultimate goal (but wait, that was God's plan for her - nothing was really happening unless that was what He decided was best for her.) It got a little much to swallow, but I also can appreciate that she felt her faith was so strong that she could leave it all in His hands. There is no reason to believe what she presented was not the truth, but it barely seemed authentic. It seemed more like an assignment to write the best possible essay about the best possible person. Throw in some good deeds and maybe a little humility when there was a "bump in the road" that didn't go as planned (whose plan?) The scandals at Fox News were acknowledged, but seemed to be just added as an afterthought, as if they had no significance. And then there were the butterflies at four different weddings. . . . !!!??? Just awesome.
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