Becoming Living Stones - by Denae Haas (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Growing up as a pastor's daughter, Becoming Living Stones author Denae Haas gained a broad knowledge of Scripture and its interpretation. Knowledge and understanding without relationship, though, is ineffective. It lacks life.

When Denae's knowledge of God, of the Holy Spirit, became relational--experiential--a greater bond formed and new life blossomed. When her belief in God collided with doubt, a faith struggle began. Here the Holy Spirit began to cultivate experiential knowledge of His presence, His love, and the ability to truly know His constant transformative working in our lives.

In this groundbreaking book, readers both witness this transformation in Denae and are led into their own journey with God. A journey both rooted in Scripture and alive in the Spirit. The result is a deepening relationship with God, emerging from a broader understanding of God's immense personal love for His children. Ultimately, this growing faith and relationship bring healing and restoration.

Denae's experience of the Holy Spirit combined with knowledge is rich soil from which readers are drawn and invited to meditate and pray for their own transformation--for new life in the Spirit.

Review Quotes

"Becoming Living Stones is a powerful testimony of someone who has walked through her own pain and found the love and grace of Jesus that always brings healing. Denae shares her journey to wholeness and personal revelation of God's goodness with honesty and vulnerability. This book is a beautiful reminder that our good Father wants us to walk free from fear and shame. Denae leads the reader to receive and experience the Lord's forgiveness as she shares her own journey. Becoming Living Stones will en- courage and strengthen you in your own walk with the Lord and will be a tool to help you minister healing to others." --Michelle Haswell, Author, Living Refreshed, Empowering women with tools for leadership, Co-Pastor, Northlands Church

"'Whether your brokenness seems insignificant or insurmountable, you are worth the time and attention, because your healing and restoration await.' I could stop right there. That sentence alone is worth reading Becoming Living Stones. First-hand testimonies are normally the hardest but are the most genuine because they derive from wisdom born of first- hand knowledge. Denae's testimony shows us the importance of seeking out personal healing and restoration in order to victoriously emerge in the identity we were each created for. Her courageous journey will motivate you to visit the pain of hindrances that hold you captive and prevent you from believing in who you truly are. If you are stuck somewhere in life, especially in the pain of any brokenness, and want to become a liv- ing testament of healing, I recommend Becoming Living Stones to you." --Trisha Frost, Author, Experiencing the Father's Embrace Through Loss and Grief: Finding Unbroken Courage in Times of Crisis, Co-Founder, Shiloh Place Ministries

"A mom never wants to read about her child's pain, but to read my daughter Denae's story and see where God has brought her today is what every praying parent desires. What message could be timelier than this one that calls us to look within and admit we can't keep going the way we are headed? Becoming Living Stones is a must read for anyone who has found themselves in a mess, living in fear with everything falling to pieces around them. I am so proud of Denae and her walk with God! So thankful God gave us a miracle; she was born! She is such a joy to all who connect with her. As you read, your life too can be changed. You too will become a living stone!" --Rosella Angel Ridings, Mom of Denae Haas, President, Ridings Ministries International Founder, Metro Hope for Kids Pastor and Missionary

"I've watched Denae (Ridings) Haas grow from a delightful girl into an awesome woman of God! Becoming Living Stones is an amazing demonstration of the anointing on her gift as a word- smith! I enjoyed reading it, and I highly recommend this book for individuals and group Bible studies!" --Henry E. Kinsey, Pastor and Missionary King's Kids Ministry/Ministerios Hijos del Rey

"If you are unsatisfied with your spiritual life as it is, this book is for you. Through Denae's insights you will undergo a life- changing transformation to become who God created you to be. Becoming Living Stones is a great tool to use as you journey alone or with friends." --Joy Strang, CFO Charisma Media

"It's easy to get caught up in the stresses of our day-to-day and miss living for what matters most. Denae Haas's powerful book Becoming Living Stones will motivate, inspire, and equip you to live your life today in ways that will impact eternity for you and others." --Cory Trube, Small Group Coordinator Destiny Worship Center (PCB)

About the Author

Denae Haas is a Florida girl who shines for Jesus! She grew up as a loved preacher's daughter, had a successful teaching career and a beautiful family, yet when her foundation started to shake, she realized that she was more broken than she'd thought. Her pain left her recycling hurtful habits and unsure of who she really was. Now experiencing the healing restoration that the Lord brings, she's a messenger of the transformational good news of Jesus!