1. I Like Giving: The Transforming Power of a Generous Life
    Brad Formsma
    WaterBrook / 2014 / Trade Paperback
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  1. mustlovetoread
    Newport VA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A great book on giving. Get ready to change your life!
    September 13, 2014
    mustlovetoread
    Newport VA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
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    Meets Expectations: 5
    I Like Giving:

    The Transforming Power of a Generous Life

    Practical Ideas, Inspiring Stories

    By: Brad Formsma

    Experience the joy of giving through the stories in this book. See how the ripple effect transforms the lives of the ones who give, to the ones who receive, to the ones beyond. This book spoke to my heart. How can I give? In any way I want to! It can be time, money, a listening ear, a banana cream pie, or sparkly fingernail polish.

    Want more joy in your life? Give. Want to be healthier, happier? Give. What do you have to lose? A little bit of time, a little bit of money. Try it and see what happens. Brad Formsma is convinced once you try it, you wont want to stop. Families, friends, communities, will feel the impact of giving.

    Have you experienced a nudge to give someone a hug? To say a kind word to someone standing in line with you? To send food to an elderly neighbor? How about to give a few dollars to someone you dont know? Sometimes thats Gods way of using us to help someone. God knows what they need and He uses us to fulfill His will. And what do we get for giving? Joy, happiness, contentment. And when you least expect it, a little something back for being a giver. Try it and see. Have you ever met an angry and bitter generous person? You just might get to experience the joy of seeing the look of astonishment on someone elses face.

    Formsma fills this book with encouraging stories of giving, and receiving, gifts. Now that Im finished reading the book, I cant wait for my chance to do something for someone. Wonder who or what it will be? Go out and give today and let the adventure begin!

    I received this book free from Waterbrook Press in exchange for an honest review

  2. pastor2519
    West Point, UT
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    learn to love giving
    February 8, 2014
    pastor2519
    West Point, UT
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
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    Brad Formsma has hit a home run with his delightful book "I Like Giving: the Transforming Power of a Generous Life. Practical Ideas, Inspiring Stories" (WaterBrook Press, 2014.) And by the way, you may want to have some tissues ready as you settle down with this book. Some of the 'inspiring stories' just may inspire you to cry.

    If you've spent much time in church, you've probably heard that God loves a cheerful giver. Of course that was usually said right before the ushers passed through with the collection plate. And there's no doubt that He does. Formsma takes that a bit further, and tells what cheerful giving might look like outside of the Sunday morning worship service.

    The reader is reminded that Jesus once said that it is more blessed to give than to receive, and goes on to tell any number of ways that people demonstrate that principle of being blessed through their generosity. (Counter-intuitive, yes, but it works.) In this book are lessons on the joy of giving, the joy of generosity, and demonstration after demonstration of what happens when we turn "I have to give" into "I get to give." It might be a big gift, but it doesn't have to be: simple gifts bring blessings too, to the giver and the person to whom it is given.

    This is not another spin on prosperity gospel, there are no promises or implications that if you send a check today, that you'll be rich by this time next week. Unless of course you count happiness and joy as riches and wealth.

    The stories have funny titles like "I like Bike" or "I like "Pay Phones" and the title clues the reader in on what is involved in this giving experience. IT's amazing how people from around the country have chimed in with their stories to make this book possible.

    But it's not just warm fuzzies, Formsma gives tips on how to give, how to live a life a generosity, why we give, and why we enjoy (for those who do) giving. There are clues about why giving is difficult at times, and along the way I was reminded that sometimes it's hard for me to be on the receiving end, which in turn reminds me that sometimes giving needs to be done in a way that doesn't embarrass the recipient, and that even though the end result might be that I feel the joy that God wants all of us to experience, the giving experience is not always supposed to be about making me feel good.

    I read a lot for work, for school and for pleasure. This is one of the most enjoyable books I've read in a long time. I'm sure I'll go back to it again and again. I'll buy a couple of extra copies to give to friends. And my giving story - whatever it's called - will start with "I Like Books..."

    I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. There is no requirement to write a positive review.

    The only reason for giving this book 5 stars on a scale of 1 to 5 is that there is no 6.
  3. Mrs. C
    Missourl
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: Female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    An Inspiration
    June 25, 2014
    Mrs. C
    Missourl
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: Female
    I Like Giving by Brad Formsma is a small but powerful book detailing' through ideas and inspiring stories' the transforming power of a generous life. I was attracted to this book because I have been the giver and receiver of such generosity, and know the life change that can happen as a result of this cycle. Whether you are personally seeking inspiration, ideas to change your life and world, or vignettes to inspire others to give wholly of themselves, this is the book you have been seeking.

    The short stories presented in I Like Giving could be read in one sitting, but I believe you will be more inspired in reading one each day as a constant reminder of our adoption of a giving lifestyle. This book would make an excellent gift for you or a friend. If you are part of a book club, life group at church, or a social club, this book would make an excellent study to springboard ideas of new ways to reach into your community.
  4. Jennifer Lee
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A WONDERFUL book to read as a family!!
    May 2, 2014
    Jennifer Lee
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I Like Giving by Mr. Brad Formsma is a MUST read! What a joy this book was not only to me but my family as well. We used the book as a springboard for many wonderful dinner conversations. The stories are so powerful and encouraging . I also enjoyed how Mr. Formsma walked the reader through the giving process. I will be giving this book to many friends. It has changed how my family and I view giving and receiving.
  5. Paul K
    Pittsburgh, PA
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Well Done
    March 2, 2014
    Paul K
    Pittsburgh, PA
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    The Bible encourages giving. Luke 6 and other stories like the widow's mite confirms that concept and it also implies that you can't take it with you.

    I started taking this approach about 10 years ago and, I can verify, giving can give you an emotional high. The book confirms this and gives some good examples which might lead some people who are not generous to start taking this approach.

    I liked it so much that I donated it to the local library so that others can read it.
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