Shannon Hopkins

Receiving This Life

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“From the moment I began reading, I knew I was going to love Receiving This Life. It didn't disappoint. Kara Root anchors the book in relatable moments. Full of wisdom, gentle reminders, and helpful practices, it calls us deeper into God and ourselves. Root reminds us over and over again that our chief identity is beloved children of God, belonging to God and one another. She calls us back to ourselves, helping us receive our lives as gift. Root has such an authentic voice, and she doesn't shy away from the ups and downs of life. This book takes us on a journey with her in such a resonant way, affirming it all and showing us a way through to the other side, where there is freedom, rest, and joy.”