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Girl on a Swing: Finding Rest in the Warmth of God's Smile Kindle Edition

by Nancy Kennedy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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God Delights in You!

Imagine a girl on a swing: leaning backward and easily pumping her legs back and forth, closing her eyes while the wind blows through her hair. She is safe, she is secure, she is free and forgiven. Perhaps you find yourself thinking, I want to feel loved and safe and secure. I want to feel free. I want to turn my face toward heaven and experience God’s smile . Did you know that girl can be you? Because God’s love–a love not based upon your performance, but on Christ’s–proclaims the truth that you are His and He is glad He chose you. This freedom in Christ is meant to become a part of you, something you relish every day. It’s like learning how to swing: it can’t ever be unlearned. So climb on…your time to soar has arrived!

Who Is that Girl on a Swing?

She’s free.

She’s safe.

She’s secure.

She’s forgiven.

She’s happy.

She’s a child of God.

And so are you.

With warm understanding, refreshing humor, and striking biblical honesty, Nancy Kennedy reflects on the ways women often keep themselves from enjoying the freedom that’s already theirs. Because not only do you belong to God, He is glad He chose you. Not only does He love you unconditionally, He likes you! And not only does He lavish you with grace, He smiles upon you.

Once you learn how to swing, you can’t un-learn it. Once you know true freedom in Christ, you can’t un-know it. It’s yours for good (and it’s a lot fun). So climb on…it’s time to soar!

Endorsements

“Ahhh. Nancy ’s words let me be my imperfect self and still know that there is no wind strong enough to release me from my Father’s grip.”

Karon Phillips Goodman

author of Another Fine Mess, Lord! and the Woman’s Guide series

“Nancy Kenndy writes with amazing humor, heart, and insight. Girl on a Swing soars!”

Heather Kopp

author of Roar: A Christian Family Guide to the Chronicles of Narnia

Story Behind the Book

The Story Behind the Book

“Girl on a Swing came from a greeting card image where a young girl is soaring on a swing. She’s free and at peace, with herself and her surroundings. As I studied that image I came to realize that the girl is me–because in Christ I am free and at rest. God smiles on His own, and I am at peace. But my experience as a speaker at women’s retreats has shown me that many women have difficulty believing that for themselves. This book will help them grasp the truth.” –Nancy Kennedy
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  4. Publisher
    Multnomah
  5. Publication date
    October 27, 2010
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    471 KB
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About the Author

Nancy Kennedy has been awarded first place in Excellence in Religion Writing several times from the Florida Press Club over the past fourteen years that she’s been on staff at her local daily newspaper, the Citrus County Chronicle . A member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, Nancy is a sought-after speaker for women’s conferences and retreats and has appeared on radio programs including Family Life Today and Renewing the Heart. She lives in Inverness, Florida, with her husband, Barry.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B003FCVF8G
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Multnomah (October 27, 2010)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 27, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 471 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 210 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1590527291
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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a gift
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I haven't read this book and purchased it on the reviews I read. The particular person that I am sending it to will connect with the cover picture. I thumbed through the book and it seems like a book that would encourage women. It is not preachy but rather a gentle approach to learning more about the love of God. I purchased it used and the condition and price were excellent
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Renee Depew
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous book and a fun read!
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2014
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So fun to read, and a true relief of burden I tend to feel from anxiety in my walk with Christ...a MUST READ for women!!
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Angelia H. Dobrzynski
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2015
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Refreshing to hear someone speak truth that I could completely relate to.
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Tammy Atwood
5.0 out of 5 stars Great retreat material
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2008
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I bought these as gifts for my friends because our church used them at a ladies retreat, and they didn't get to go. This book was so relevant and yet humorous. It is fun to read. I will probably want to read more books by this author.
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Jennifer Fiamengo
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm not alone . . .
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2006
It's so nice to know all of the commonalities that we have as Christian women. Nancy hits all the points and does it with humor. She reminds us that we make Jesus smile everyday and that is a refreshing thought to keep in mind! I love it!
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