Richard Foster in his endorsement for this excellent book, really sums it up: " Steve Macchia has placed spiritual discernment smack in the middle of everyday life ... exactly where it belongs!" Discernment isn't just about making decisions but as Macchia defines, 'discernment is about practicing a preference for God." To walk through our day, every element of our day, and wait on, listen to and respond to God.

Filled with some lovely stories using his much-loved home as a frequent analogy plus other examples through his many years of leading others in the practice, Macchia provides a tried, tested and tweaked process for exercising discernment. For engaging God throughout our days and also through the big decisions whether as individuals or in a group situation.

It's a book that is best read slowly, taking many notes and I'd expect it will be one that I will return to repeatedly and most likely almost immediately. Discernment is so important for us who claim to walk with God so we can live the lives that reflect the one He calls us to and to be that salt and that light we are asked to be.

I was very fortunate to receive an early ebook copy of the book from the publisher via NetGalley having pre-ordered it without any expectations of a positive review.

Steve Macchia has offered the church a gift in this very accessible and functional guide to the Discerning Life. He distills many of the ancient and well-worn practices of spiritual formation and discernment into a readable and current format. This book is not only good for personal use but for use in church leadership contexts. We all need to "notice God in everything". What a timely message for our day as we seek to fulfill God's purposes for our lives and His church.