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Amish Peace - by Suzanne Woods Fisher (Paperback)

Amish Peace - by  Suzanne Woods Fisher (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Organized around five central themes in Amish life, this guide features real-life stories, Amish proverbs, and interesting facts about their culture, all offering simple wisdom for a complicated world.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Of all the gifts that Jesus left us, his peace is most elusive. We long for it in our homes, in our relationships, in our life situations. One place we can look and see "living peace" is in the lives of the Amish. But you don't have to become Amish to bring these simple, practical ways of living into your own life--and make personal peace a reality.<br/><br/>Organized around five central themes in Amish life, each section will include real-life stories, callouts of Amish proverbs, and interesting facts about Amish communities. Each section will also contain questions for reflection and action--things you can do in your own life that "make for peace."<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>Capture the simple peace of the Amish in your own life<br/><br/>You don't have to become Amish to make personal peace a reality. Organized around five central themes in Amish life, <i>Amish Peace</i> shows you how you can cultivate a simple life of love, gratitude, and faith in the midst of a very complicated world. It includes real-life stories and examples of Plain People, Amish proverbs, and fascinating facts about Amish communities. Each section also contains questions for reflection and action, outlining things you can do in your own life that "make for peace." <br/><br/><br/>"Fisher plants the reader inside Amish living rooms, barns, kitchens, and schoolhouses while distilling the best of what Plain life has to offer."--Erik Wesner, author, <i>Success Made Simple: An Inside Look at Why Amish Businesses Thrive</i> and the Amish America blog<br/><br/>"You will not only learn about this unique subculture, but you will also be inspired to live a life of peace."--Joel Kime, pastor, Faith Church, Lancaster, Pennsylvania<br/><br/>"Suzanne offers us a glimpse into a world of peace, serenity, and total commitment to family and God. This book just might change the way you live your life."--Glenda Lehman Ervin, vice president, marketing, Lehman's<br/><br/><br/>Suzanne Woods Fisher's interest in the Anabaptist culture can be directly traced to her grandfather, W. D. Benedict, who was raised in the Old Order German Baptist Brethren Church in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Suzanne has contributed to several nonfiction books, is the author of three novels, and lives in California.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Suzanne Woods Fisher</b> is the bestselling author of <i>The Letters</i>, <i>The Calling</i>, the Lancaster County Secrets series, and the Stoney Ridge Seasons series, as well as nonfiction books about the Amish, including <i>Amish Peace</i>. She is also the coauthor of an Amish children's series, The Adventures of Lily Lapp. Suzanne is a Carol Award winner for <i>The Search</i>, a Carol Award finalist for <i>The Choice</i>, and a Christy Award finalist for <i>The Waiting</i>. She is also a columnist for <i>Christian Post</i> and <i>Cooking & Such</i> magazines. She lives in California. Learn more at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com and connect with Suzanne on Twitter @suzannewfisher.

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