Hayley Rawnsley's Reviews > Thirsting: Quenching Our Soul’s Deepest Desire

Thirsting is a very special book to me. It came at just the right time in my life, when I was feeling fatigued by a growing emphasis on spiritual disciplines in my church community. Though the classic Christian practices are essential to a strong faith, I felt frustrated that they weren't leading me into deeper communion with God.

Strahan put words to my longing to know God's love, not just an intellectual understanding of it but an emotional and physical experience. Thirsting touches on the deep, soul-level aches that we all have and gently encourages us to lean into them as a doorway into closer connection to God. Strahan's simple yet powerful poetic writing style is so comforting and uplifting. It's the perfect tone for such a tender topic.

I found myself often pausing while reading Thirsting, digesting the words like a rich meal. Each chapter posed its own invitation to reflect on my desires and welcome God into them. This led to several sweet moments with Jesus throughout the book. If you're struggling to feel close to God and seeking a more intimate and loving relationship with him, I highly recommend Thirsting.