YOUR BEAUTIFUL PURPOSE by Susie Larson

 
This Bible study book is an invitation and how to abide in the Lord! Having purpose is precious and vital. Does not our purpose bump into and influence others? So, seeking Him and flowing in the becoming you are meant to grow into is a journey worth paying attention to. Suzie’s heartfelt depth of sharing is transparent and relatable. She reveals the difficulties and choices that brought her into an overcoming relationship with the Lord.
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Several friends and I gathered together to study one two-lesson section every two weeks. We began each lesson with the video that Suzie had prepared for each section. The DVD was a very inexpensive and perfect asset to this teaching. I was pleased with the level of intimacy that our small group of women shared together and especially with our focus on the Lord.

The opening of her book starts with the encouraging scripture, II Thessalonians 1:11–12, The Message. I found that scripture perfectly aligned with this study, as was the touching forward by Ann Woskamp. Sharing Susie Larson’s lesson by lesson topics at our meetings, which covered everything from believing in yourself—facing your fears—to lasting long and finishing strong—just to name a few, brought us freedom in Him. We were stunned by the level of tender encouragement and wisdom generously offered throughout.

This is a book on how to overcome interferences that get in the way of really living—living in the healthy joyful freedom in Christ. Your Beautiful Purpose was just the book for me and for those of us who gathered together. I hope you will consider this study for you and your friends. Susie Larson is a popular radio show host, author, and national speaker. She has experienced hurts that could allow her to wallow in anger and damage for the rest of her life. Yet, Susie chose to follow His lead, and she’s become a blessing to those who will apply the wisdom lining her pages!  She is most highly recommended!

QUESTIONS FOR SUSIE:
What is your favorite lesson in this study?
Thank you for asking! I don’t know if I can narrow it down to particular lesson, but I will say that I long for women to rightly interpret their battles, overcome their fears and insecurities and learn to trust Jesus with their whole lives. If they will stay humble and teachable and persist in faith, they’ll marvel at all God is willing to do in and through them. The world needs their influence. Lots of readers have told me how helpful the four seasons were in discerning what obedience and faith might look like in their particular season of life.

If you have something to say to women today, this moment, what would that be?
I would grab your shoulders, look in your eyes and tell you that God’s will for you is your best-case scenario. You can trust Him! After walking with the Lord for a long time, I know more deeply than I’ve ever known before how kind, wise, and protective God is; He withholds no good thing from those who love and honor Him (Psalm 84:11), so, if we don’t have it yet, it’s because it’s not good for us yet. Don’t allow self-ambition to drive you ahead of God’s timing. And don’t allow self-preservation to hold you back from God’s best for you. He’s so, so good. He deserves your trust and your whole life.

Do you have another book coming out? If so, what is the title?
I’ve released a number of books/DVD studies since the “Purpose” book released. The most recent being, “Fully Alive: Learning to Flourish, Mind, Body, and Spirit.” This book is all about inner healing. What happens in our soul, happens in our cells. Jesus wants to restore your soul and that means He not only wants to strengthen you where you’re weak, and revive you where you’re weary, He wants to heal you from past traumas, unearth embedded lies, and release you from repetitive thoughts that keep you stuck. We’ve heard incredible stories of healing and restoration from this book. Thank you, Lord! My next book releases in September and it’s a 365-day devotional titled, “Prevail” which means to prove more powerful than your opponent. I walk us through the whole arc of scripture, from Genesis to Revelation.

Since you are a radio show host, can women find your station online? How?
Yes! We have an amazing show and I think you’d love it. We have amazing guests and rich, deep conversation. If you’re outside our network, you can listen live online (listen online and/or find our list of markets on www.myfaithradio.com). You can also download our free app (search Faith Radio Network) or subscribe to the podcast which we upload right after the live show. We’ve got podcast listeners from around the world. Subscribe on iTunes or on your favorite podcast player. We give away books almost every day on the show. Hope you’ll join us!

How do you carve out time to write as you navigate your busy world?
That’s a great question. And the word, “carve” is perfect for this question. That’s what I do. Since I work in daily talk-radio and I speak at conferences and retreats in the fall and the spring seasons, I use my summer months and winter months to write. I carve out the time during the week (just a few hours here and there), and then I write a longer day on Saturdays.

How do you want your readers to find you online?
You’ll find a morning and evening blessing each weekday on Facebook (Facebook.com/deeperlifeinChrist), Instagram (SusieLarsonAuthor) and Twitter (SusieLarson). My website is, www.SusieLarson.com