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Soul Anatomy is set up for anyone and Christians who are feeling depressed, under the weather, anxious, sorrow even being happy and joyful and other emotional sufferings. The book is similar to self help and devotional to which this book is classed in the style of a biblical devotional commentary. Based upon the Psalms a songbook which is written to encourage those who are in need to understand their feelings and how the scripture and songs in the Psalms to help sort out their huge thoughts, emotions and feelings. The contents of the book lists the emotions and feelings which corresponds to the verses in the Psalms. The book is very helpful written similar to a commentary is the verses are explained then a section is based upon an emotional feelings which the verses interpreted to how the reader could be feeling at that point and how the verses will help the reader. Each section includes questions to ponder and reflect or as a group discussion. Ideal book to keep on the bookshelf or next to the Bible to study; great book for those who are feeling emotional and need some time with God to sort through the feelings.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from New Growth Press via NetGalley in return of an honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own thoughts, feelings and viewpoints of the book.
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Review run date was set for 05 October 2020 for Netgalley, unfortunately life stood at a standstill as I finished the final semester and three subjects of my studies. On 28 March 2021 I was set to write the review and my health became an emotional roller coaster so here I am today 14 October 2021 review will be post on my WordPress blog, Facebook blog, Instagram, LinkedIn, Amazon.com.au, goodreads, along with the non-linked retail online stores that sell the book is at:

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I appreciate George Robertson and New Growth Press publishing this book. I personally find the Psalms to be intimidating. It is hard for me to sympathize with king David's wildernesses wanderings for instance. But, in this book the Psalms are shown to be relevant for my soul. The book is enjoyable, but in the review copy I received, the book could be far more user friendly. I like when books are not only sectioned off by chapters, but also have headings in the chapters to distinguish trains of thought and sections. This allows for quick referencing if I wanted to go back to a particular part of the book or find a specific truth. Nevertheless, the book is solid.

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Thank you NetGalley for this advanced copy. Unfortunately, this book wasn't for me. I know a lot of people love the Psalms, but they have never been among my favorites, I tried to get into this book, but lost interest fairly quickly. However, I think if you loved the book of Psalms, this would be for you.

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George Robertson takes readers on a journey through the Psalms in Soul Anatomy: Finding Peace, Hope, and Joy in the Psalms, published by New Growth Press. It's a thoughtful look at the psalms and how they help us to express our emotions, how they help us to pray, how they help us to experience God more deeply.

Robertson says the psalms invite us to understand ourselves in light of who God is, to increase our boldness in prayer, to give us voice for our emotions and show us how to process suffering, and to ground us in life-changing theology. And so, Robertson specifically dives into 24 specific psalms, addressing topics like happiness, justice, depression, waiting confidently, when facing accusations, and life under the cross. He unpacks each psalm and helps readers think through what they learn about God and themselves. He also gives readers plenty to think about and apply as they work through the questions at the end of each chapter.

All in all, it's a great book about the psalms--so appropriate in any season of life since the psalms address almost every human emotion. Robertson models for readers how to approach the psalms to dig deep and mine the truth as well as learn to experience God more deeply.

Note: I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for this honest review. The opinions expressed are my own.

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