The Essence of Courage: Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in Solomon's Locked Garden and in Your Heart Paperback - 2016

From the publisher

As women we encounter multiple challenges, while simultaneously wearing many hats. We need courage to face our challenges and commitments in ways that reflect the activity of the Holy Spirit in our lives. In Song of Solomon 4, Solomon ascribes the essences of his locked garden to the courageous woman he has taken as his bride.

In this inspirational collection you'll discover

1. How the fruits, spices, and essential oils of Solomon's locked garden connect to the fruit of the Spirit, and how that fruit is displayed in the lives of real women of the Bible
2. Cinnamah-Brosia (owner of the local Coffee Cottage) and the women with whom she does llife -- learn how they encourage one another as they share their struggles and triumphs
3. Encouragement to allow the Holy Spirit to cultivate the essence of courage in your heart
4. Icing on the Cake: fun facts about the spice & oils, along with ways to enjoy incorporating reminders of the Holy Spirit fruit they represent into you life.

Suitable for individuals and small groups. Grab a cup of coffee, along with some friends, and come find courage to face life with gusto.

Endorsement from back cover:

"Before reading The Essence of Courage I never ever saw the connection between the fruit of the Spirit and Proverbs 31, and certainly not real fruit/essential oils! This has indeed been enlightening in a fun, fragrant, and fruitful way. Definitely made me ponder the connections and thank God for how He so masterfully connects EVERYTHING He does with such intentionality.

"Cinnamah-Brosia is real, she's been tested, she has been blessed by the wisdom and love of her grandmother, who both taught and modeled biblical truths. She shares her own wisdom and love, emboides the Proverbs 31 woman, and is maturing into a Titus 2 woman!" Karen Spencer, Titus 2 Women's Ministry, Renewal Church, Memphis, Tennessee

Additional praise for The Essence of Courage:

"Reading Lynn Watson's devotions is almost like a spa day. Her expertise and unique approach bring relaxation and renewal to the spirit and the body." Johnnie Alexander, award-winning novelist of historical and contemporary romances

"I LOVE this book. I'm stunned at Lynn's cretivity and knowledge. It is one of the most unique books I've had the privilege to read. It' so fresh, interesting, captivating, and inspired." Jeanne Newberry, Pastor's Wife, Bellevue Arlington, Satellite church of Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, Tennessee

"LOVE THIS DEVOTIONAL!!! This is the FIRST time my daughter actually wants to do a study with me, and I cannot say thank you enough for that." Noelle Norton, Home School Mom