Cobwebs in the Christian Soul
And How to Zap The Spider Who Made Them
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Elm Hill (HarperCollins Christian Publishing)
- Published: 2018
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Publisher's Description
Greetings to my Christian Siblings, This book is presented in a straightforward and conversational style. Each chapter is scripturally based and simple to understand. The problem-solving action steps, regarding the Christian Issues discussed here, are user friendly. But I caution you that breaking old habits takes dedication and stamina. These action steps are not for the faint-hearted, for they ask us to delve past the surface of our daily interactions and get to the heart of how honest we really are with ourselves, with others, and with our God. From personal experience I can state that understanding God’s will in my life is often far easier than submitting to His will in my life. Like so many life lessons, I’ve learned the action steps that you will read about in this book, the hard way. They did NOT first appear as I see them today. They appeared as anxiety, sleeplessness, bad dreams, dysfunctional relationships, buckets of tears and diminished health. Amazingly, when I got right with God, the action steps came into focus. Like I said, I learned these steps the hard way. Hebrews 12:1 “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” Sin, like Cobwebs, can easily entangle us. And just like when we walk through an actual cobweb and are then simply overcome with the urgency to get that sticky stuff off of our bodies, the spiritual equivalent should occur. When we find that The Spider has managed to weave a spiritual cobweb in our soul, we should be overcome with the same urgency to be rid of it immediately. The Spider wants to trap us, and he spins various and sundry webs to try to do so. Satan’s cobwebs are waiting for us all. Though the blood of Christ does continually clean us (1 John 1:7), but sometimes we lose our focus and get all wrapped up in The Spider’s web. When that happens, we may tend to obsess about how we were wronged or how we woefully wronged someone else. It is significant to note that in such times it is apparent that our minds have been focusing on our yesterdays and our tomorrows, instead of simply looking up to Christ who is our RIGHT NOW. In many churches today there are people who feel spiritually miserable because they have been attacked by Satan’s Spiritual Spider Webs. Here’s how it happens: Some wrong word or deed occurs, and the next thing you know The Spider is attempting to set up housekeeping in your soul. And he always brings his darkness with him: things like hopelessness, anger, misery, isolation, rejection, worthlessness, jealousy, revenge & apathy. But we are not of the dark. We are Children of Light. Ephesians 5:8 “For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light.” Clearly, Satan wants to alienate us from God, and he is using our own minds to do so. Because of that, this book is needed. Because of that, this book was written. The action steps below indicate what we, as Christians, are supposed to do when we come face to face with our own human errors, and find Cobwebs in the Christian Soul. 2. ‘Fess Up! 3. Fix It! (Even If You Can’t, God Can!) 4. Move On 5. Live Better=Pray & Study GOD’S WORD 6. Be Actively Engaged in the Church So there you have it: six simple chapters based on six simple concepts. Let’s get started! In Him, Gayla Wood
Endorsements (7)
“Advance Copy Reviews* of Cobwebs In The Christian Soul And How to Zap The Spider Who Made Them *All reviews below were submitted with express permission to be reprinted. I have known Gayla Wood for more than ten years and in that time I have found her to be a committed follower of Christ who seeks to live out his will in her everyday life. She is contemplative, intuitive and creative, and those qualities are certainly seen in this book. Cobwebs … is an outgrowth of her journey into the likeness of Christ. As is seen in classes and at other gatherings, her heart is for the people of God to grow in their relationship with him. In this book she brings sound biblical principles to life through creative illustrations, mirroring her savior’s penchant for parables. Using them she challenges us to look deep inside and be honest with ourselves and with our God. So much of our world is made up of fluff and façade, but she draws us from those surface things to examine our own processes of thinking regarding personal responsibility and guilt. Before we even have a chance to realize it, her humor has drawn us into an uncomfortable place that we might not have gone otherwise. Using many scriptures as her aid, we are brought face to face with the word of God and its transformative power in the life of a Christian. This is a book filled with advice that many Christians need to read and share with others. I am happily recommending it to others and to you.”
“Gayla Wood offers a straightforward guide for escaping the cobwebs of sin through prayer and submission to the will of God. She calls us to an honest confrontation of our acts, words, and motivations, and if needed, confession to God and those we have wronged. Healing, forgiveness, and restoration are possible through Christ, the Great Physician. In the Airport of Life, Gayla Wood is one of those committed to easing the travel of those waiting for the plane, and also to actively encouraging others to join in the journey. In this short book, she shares very practical advice, based upon Scripture, on key topics for the trip. From self-analysis, measured against Biblical teaching, to confession, forgiveness and moving on, she gives real life advice from her own study and experiences, and observations from her years as a teacher. This book is well worth the read, but be careful; you might find some of the words convicting!”
“Reading Cobwebs in the Christian Soul is like settling in for a conversation with a sister who knows what you need to hear because she has swept the corners of her own soul. Gayla’s “Action Steps” are presented in an encouraging manner with an air of expectation. She has confidence in her readers’ ability to make things right because God has already done the heavy lifting. The questions at the end of each chapter are ideal for personal reflection or group discussion in a class study.”
“Cobwebs in the Christian Soul is a quick and easy read, yet it is a read that is deeply edifying and moves the Christian soul to do some spiritual house cleaning. Gayla Wood writes in a self-professed conversational style that weaves relatable illustrations which beautifully bring out the profound truths of the point she is making. Cobwebs in the Christian Soul is well worth reading devotionally or using as a small group study guide. Relatable analogies and spot-on guidance for Christians to take responsibility and move on from their own and other’s mistakes and sins. Concrete Scripture-based examples and thought-provoking questions walk one on a journey of becoming closer to God. Great book for an individual or Bible Study group, whether New Christians or seasoned church members.”
“Gayla Wood will hold your attention as she guides you on a journey of self-examination and (re)discovery of the roles that Forgiveness, Prayer, and the Church play in our daily walk with God. Written in an easy-to-read conversational style prose with a little lighthearted lighthearted whimsical humor, you’ll be caught off guard to suddenly find yourself in a state of deep intellectual introspection. Based on solid biblical principles, Gayla includes many supporting scriptural references interspersed throughout the text. The end of each chapter includes thought-provoking questions that are suitable for both personal consideration as well as facilitating an interactive group study. I strongly recommend this book regardless of where you are in your journey with Christ; the depth of wisdom found herein will comfort, encourage, and inspire you at every stage along the way.”
“Cobwebs is a beautifully written, engaging self-help book that will be enjoyed by new Christians as well as those who grew up in the faith. Wood’s conversational style makes for a quick read, and it will leave the reader with introspection, forced to take a closer look at his/her own motivations, thoughts, and actions, especially in the face of temptations to minimize sin in one’s own life. Her biblically sound and well-documented book addresses very serious topics with just the right amount of humor, and will leave you anxiously anticipating her next book and rereading this one in the meantime.”
“Fantastic piece of work by a highly talented and strong Christian woman! Gayla Wood’s Cobwebs in the Christian Soul is a must read, and an excellent addition to your personal bible study library. I would highly recommend this book for your personal and spiritual development.”
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