Dutch Sheets

In 30 chapters, the author leads the reader through various aspects of getting to know God in a personal and meaningful way. Each chapter is short and to the point, well-illustrated with Bible texts, applicable personal anecdotes and excerpts from other writers.

His view of God as a warm and loving father is one which he encourages others to experience through spending time with Him. Initially, I found his casual and contemporary language concerning God a bit off-putting—referring to Him as show more “Dad” or “Papa” seems a bit irreverent to my traditional way of thought. But I soon came to understand his intention is to simply present God as a totally loving and approachable father figure who is longing for an intimate relationship with his children.

In addition to being very readable, the author offers plenty of thought-provoking insights and observations. Each of these chapters would make a wonderful devotional on its own or would serve as an excellent starting point for further study. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and would highly recommend it to anyone interesting in deepening their understanding of and relationship with God. show less

This book will inspire you, give you the courage to pray for the "impossible" and help you find the persistence to see your prayers to completion.
Become a prayer warrior!

I enjoyed reading Pleasure of His Company: A Journey to Intimate Friendship With God by Dutch Sheets tremendously. It has 30 fabulous chapters full of ideas to bring you closer to God.

Yes I LOVE the idea of God being the life of the Heaven's Party and dancing at the return of a lost soul.
I too want Jesus to be my friend and walk with me daily, sharing in the good and the bad. Laughing and crying along me.

This book will help you get to know the Lord on a more intimate level. In this fast show more paced world we live in we need to take time to slow down and hear what God has to say. The author gives you ideas on how to do this and steps to set up your own place to meet with God. Several bible verses are mentioned to help you in this journey to get closer.

Also some humor thrown in, which is always good. I would like to add that I too like tomato and mayonnaise sandwiches, yes it is a southern thing.

On a more serious note if you too would like a more intimate walk with God I definitely recommend this book. Watch for it will be available January 2014!

I received an advanced copy of this in exchange for my review rather it be good or bad. show less

Book Review: The Pleasure of His Company by Dutch Sheets

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A Journey to Intimate Friendship with God. That’s the subtitle to this book. A journey it is. This book is not a step-by-step list of things to do nor is this book a deep theological work, but a journey of sorts. Not traveling from one place to another, but more about who you are traveling with, in this case, God.

I found this book to be a very enjoyable read. I especially enjoyed the author’s genuineness and show more authenticity. Glimpses of his real humanity shone through. I appreciate his honesty. This much authenticity is rare to find and this case, funny, too.

The author’s conversational writing style was also enjoyable. Given the importance and gravity of the topic he balanced it well with stories and more than a dollop of pleasant humor.

While reading, at some points, worship songs came to my mind. I think he must have been truly drawing me into His company.

Overall I found this book to be extremely encouraging and not the least bit condemning nor judgmental. Most of all each chapter felt like an invitation—an invitation to know God more intimately and the invitation felt just like the way I’ve felt the Holy Spirit do it—with gentle loving nudges. So each chapter felt like a gentle loving nudge from the Holy Spirit towards the Father.

If you would like to experience these invitations for yourself purchase your own copy of this book now. If you don’t enjoy stories and humor and prefer scholarly works, this book probably isn’t for you.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers as part of their blogging for books program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” show less