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Small Beginnings: A Journey to the Impossible
Take a step forward. Enjoy the process. Dare to listen to God’s Voice and hope for the impossible.
In Small Beginnings, Sara Thurman, artist, author, and founder of a Christian business called Acts 1:8 Blessings, pens her inspiring true story of becoming an artist by pursuing God’s calling. Sara shares how her creative path intertwines with our own impossible journey by giving hope to what seems unreachable. Small Beginnings is anchored on Sara’s belief that we all have an innate ability to create and it will teach you how to discover and focus on your own gifts to build a life and work full of purpose.
This woven tapestry of devotional stories and testimonies gives light to the steps she took to reach goals beyond her wildest dreams. For more than 56 years, this former teacher and public school administrator never considered herself an artist. In fact, Sara had never taken a single art class. After believing the truth of a new identity spoken over her, she began to paint and sell her faith-based art. In two short years, she has painted and sold over 800 pieces of Christian inspired art.
Sara writes as if you two are talking in her living room or art studio. These poignant and relatable stories go beyond the art world. She will have you laughing, crying and believing you, too, can reach the impossible and be a servant of God.
In Small Beginnings, Sara Thurman, artist, author, and founder of a Christian business called Acts 1:8 Blessings, pens her inspiring true story of becoming an artist by pursuing God’s calling. Sara shares how her creative path intertwines with our own impossible journey by giving hope to what seems unreachable. Small Beginnings is anchored on Sara’s belief that we all have an innate ability to create and it will teach you how to discover and focus on your own gifts to build a life and work full of purpose.
This woven tapestry of devotional stories and testimonies gives light to the steps she took to reach goals beyond her wildest dreams. For more than 56 years, this former teacher and public school administrator never considered herself an artist. In fact, Sara had never taken a single art class. After believing the truth of a new identity spoken over her, she began to paint and sell her faith-based art. In two short years, she has painted and sold over 800 pieces of Christian inspired art.
Sara writes as if you two are talking in her living room or art studio. These poignant and relatable stories go beyond the art world. She will have you laughing, crying and believing you, too, can reach the impossible and be a servant of God.
145 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 1, 2019
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July 20, 2019
"Small Beginnings" is a fabulous read! Once I started reading this book, I could not put it down. It is spiritually written and so very honest. I will read it a second time because it is full of many great nuggets of ideas to help you further your artist career or it will help you to find your purpose and passion. I felt as though the book symbolized a flower garden where Sara planted seeds for the reader from beginning to end. I highly recommend this book to all emerging and experienced artists. If you have ever hoped to become an artist, but you are blocked with fear then this book is for you. I think "Small Beginnings" is a book that can help anyone who is searching for their purpose in life. Thank You Sara Thurman for sharing the beauty of your heart and soul. You are truly an Angel!
May 21, 2020
This book is beautifully written. Sarah gives us an honest look at the journey of becoming an artist and using her art for God. It completely touched my heart and also challenged me with my art and my walk with God! I would highly recommend reading this book! It is so inspirational!
January 4, 2021
This book!!! It will capture your attention right away! It is a must read and using the companion journal (which is beautiful) is so helpful. Sara is a beautiful child of God and her life is an adventure
July 24, 2020
Loved this book! Sara is so full of insights and encouragement. She has inspired me to use my creative gifts to honor the Lord.
January 15, 2020
Encouragement to All Artists (& those that think they aren't)
I had the privilege of meeting Sara at Gathering of Artisans in the fall of 2018; and I just knew in my Spirit that this meeting was a Divine appointment and that I wanted to know her better. Since then, we've kept in touch & last year, I took her 100 Days of Creating with God e-course. That course, her friendship, and this book have been invaluable in my walk with Papa God. It has given encouragement where I have doubts, it has reaffirmed what God has revealed through others in my circle, & it has given me the means to focus on the difficult, yet needed questions that clarify how to press into figuring out what God has for me in this journey called "life". You will not regret reading Sara's story, it's an incredible one & it's a good reminder to the fact that all of our stories are connected in some way.
*(These views & opinions are entirely my own, my friendship with the author in no way influenced this review).
I had the privilege of meeting Sara at Gathering of Artisans in the fall of 2018; and I just knew in my Spirit that this meeting was a Divine appointment and that I wanted to know her better. Since then, we've kept in touch & last year, I took her 100 Days of Creating with God e-course. That course, her friendship, and this book have been invaluable in my walk with Papa God. It has given encouragement where I have doubts, it has reaffirmed what God has revealed through others in my circle, & it has given me the means to focus on the difficult, yet needed questions that clarify how to press into figuring out what God has for me in this journey called "life". You will not regret reading Sara's story, it's an incredible one & it's a good reminder to the fact that all of our stories are connected in some way.
*(These views & opinions are entirely my own, my friendship with the author in no way influenced this review).
June 18, 2023
Trust and Obedience to God Produces the Impossible!
There are not words to express how much I want to encourage you to read this book. Sara Thurman has shown what trust and obedience in God the almighty can produce in someone's life. The journey this woman of faith has been on is one I desire for myself. Not just hearing the Word of God but listening and acting on what He has led her to do. Her ministry is faith filled and prosperous to no limit, because she faithfully services a God of impossible things. ❤️
I've sent my physical copy of the book to my best long time friend, as she starts a NEW SEASON or Small Beginning in her life and I am excited to join her in reading this book. We don't get to see each other much these days but through this time I will be right there with her. God has planned this journey before the creation of time. He has put these two beautiful artists in my life and has connected us in a way I could never have imagined!
There are not words to express how much I want to encourage you to read this book. Sara Thurman has shown what trust and obedience in God the almighty can produce in someone's life. The journey this woman of faith has been on is one I desire for myself. Not just hearing the Word of God but listening and acting on what He has led her to do. Her ministry is faith filled and prosperous to no limit, because she faithfully services a God of impossible things. ❤️
I've sent my physical copy of the book to my best long time friend, as she starts a NEW SEASON or Small Beginning in her life and I am excited to join her in reading this book. We don't get to see each other much these days but through this time I will be right there with her. God has planned this journey before the creation of time. He has put these two beautiful artists in my life and has connected us in a way I could never have imagined!
November 23, 2019
Have you ever picked up a book that spoke to you all the way to your bone marrow? Read the book and you will understand a new level of understanding about God's love, His purpose in your life and how you can truly create, speaking His love, and will into the world.
Written in an easy to read, quickly flowing format, Sara weaves her story seamlessly with the lessons and purpose of a truly great teacher.
Once I picked this book up, I was half way through before I even took my eyes off the pages. Absolutely, an amazing treasure to have in your library!
Written in an easy to read, quickly flowing format, Sara weaves her story seamlessly with the lessons and purpose of a truly great teacher.
Once I picked this book up, I was half way through before I even took my eyes off the pages. Absolutely, an amazing treasure to have in your library!
November 23, 2019
Inspiring! Motivating!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Sara did such a wonderful job of making me think of how I can be creative and step outside the box with my life. The stories she shared certainly gave me a "good feeling" and also a feeling of hope. A must read book!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Sara did such a wonderful job of making me think of how I can be creative and step outside the box with my life. The stories she shared certainly gave me a "good feeling" and also a feeling of hope. A must read book!
October 21, 2019
I have been really inspired by this book as well as the paintings.
Thanks to the author for being an inspiration and the book created some ripples in my heart as well to make new beginnings!
Thanks to the author for being an inspiration and the book created some ripples in my heart as well to make new beginnings!
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