Hinds' Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard

It has been a while since I read such an inspiring book. If you have not read it, get a copy; it's well worth it:)

A truly amazing classic, it speaks of the journey Much Afraid went through with her Shepherd along with her two most faithful companions, Sorrow and Suffering. Though seemingly difficult and painful the long journey may seem, it was never impossible especially when it was in line with the Shepherd's will. Through it all, Much Afraid was transformed into something incomparably more precious; she was moulded and crafted into His likeness. Her thorny seed of love planted in her heart grew and yielded blossoms of fragrance. And finally with Hinds' feet and a precious crown of splendour she became the Shepherd's companion forever; being able to go wherever the Shepherd went.

This book really taught me so much and was exactly what I went through this two days. I was invaded by the Fearing Clan but came up victorious over my encounter with Pride. I have experienced the Shore of Loneliness but was ultimately reminded I have a direct line with my Shepherd. I have ascended the Great Precipice Injury and was certainly hurt and bruised but with the Cordial of Grace and Comfort; I was healed and strengthened. And though I walked through the Forests of Danger and Trials and was lost in the Mist, my Shepherd was close by at all times. His gentle and comforting voice was undeniable and unmistakable.

And through it all, I have grown so much in my own personal walk with the Shepherd. I have finally learnt to accept with joy the circumstances He has put me in. To surrender completely. To understand what it means when I say: 'Be it unto me, according to Your will.' To draw strength and comfort from the Shepherd alone.

'For there is nothing more exhilirating and delightful for the Shepherd than to turn weakness into strength, and fear into faith, and that which has been marred into perfection. Weeping nay endureth for a night but joy cometh in the morning.'

"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."- 2 Corinthians 12:9

May you too be blessed and experience the Shepherd's goodness in a most unique way. To always be an obedient pupil in the School of Character and Discipline for we have been handpicked and chosen by the Shepherd himself to undergo special training:)