Review of "One Simple Act: Discovering the Power of Generosity," by Debbie Macomber, 2009. New York: Howard Books, Div. of Simon & Schuster. Paper.
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In 17 chapters, Debbie Macomber gives us dozens of great examples of persons sharing their time, money, and resources to help others. In many cases, the people have not even intended to be so generous. However, something overcomes them. Macomber talks about a "God nudge" that helps us remember to be nice to others and help them when they are in need. One nice example is how a woman helps a homeless man by giving him food. She thinks of her son who has a problem with drug addiction and who is out there somewhere, needing a meal. She thinks of him getting money and buying his next fix -- instead of buying something to eat. So she buys a passing stranger something to eat -- and feels less helpless about her son's situation.
Review of "One Simple Act: Discovering the Power of Generosity," by Debbie Macomber, 2009. New York: Howard Books, Div. of Simon & Schuster. Paper.
Review of "One Simple Act: Discovering the…
Review of "One Simple Act: Discovering the Power of Generosity," by Debbie Macomber, 2009. New York: Howard Books, Div. of Simon & Schuster. Paper.
In 17 chapters, Debbie Macomber gives us dozens of great examples of persons sharing their time, money, and resources to help others. In many cases, the people have not even intended to be so generous. However, something overcomes them. Macomber talks about a "God nudge" that helps us remember to be nice to others and help them when they are in need. One nice example is how a woman helps a homeless man by giving him food. She thinks of her son who has a problem with drug addiction and who is out there somewhere, needing a meal. She thinks of him getting money and buying his next fix -- instead of buying something to eat. So she buys a passing stranger something to eat -- and feels less helpless about her son's situation.