Review by Michelle McNeil – Posted on this blog as part of the blog tour
I was surprised at how much I liked this book. At first the subtitle really threw me off and I put off reading it, but once I read Sigmund Brouwer’s endorsement of the book I decided to give it a chance, and I was not disappointed.
Saturday’s with Stella hooked me from the first chapter, with her antics and neuroses and I found myself thinking about how much I am like Stella in my relationship with God (which incidently was the point of the book) I especially related to “Drop It”, the chapter that talks about letting go of personal agenda’s.
Don’t miss this book, it is well worth the read.
Summary:
Sometimes your best four-legged friend is also your best teacher.
When you bring a new dog into your home, a wash of great joy can become a trial of perseverance as your furry pal chews, digs, yaps, and yes, piddles her way through every room in the house. Allison Pittman learned this all too well when she adopted a “tiny, shiny puppy of indefinable breed(s).” Stella wasted no time in turning her home upside-down as only a pup can.
As could be expected, six weeks of obedience school covered the much needed basics–sit, stay, come, and down. What Allison didn’t expect was the spiritual benefit she would receive as each Saturday lesson revealed a fascinating metaphor. In this heart-warming, thoughtful, and often hilarious tribute to her beloved Stella, Allison Pittman shares how she came to understand what it means to follow the ultimate Master, including how to:
Sit!–at the feet of Jesus and listen for His voice
Drop It!–and let go of personal agendas
Come!–when it’s time to run in the right direction
Stay!–in God’s presence
In Saturdays with Stella, a slightly neurotic yet curiously adorable canine will not only capture your heart–she’ll show you how captivating you are to God.
Author Bio:
Allison Pittman is the author of the three books in the popular Crossroads of Grace series. Before her life as a novelist, Allison spent sixteen years teaching high school English. A founding member and copresident of the Christian Writer’s Group of the Greater San Antonio area, she devotes her time inspiring other writers to work toward their goals and sharpen their skills. Allison lives in Universal City , Texas with her husband Mike, their three sons, and Stella.
