The Sacred Slow: A Holy Departure from Fast Faith

This book has changed my life..... Second only to the Bible itself, The Sacred Slow has awakened my relationship with the Lord in a way I never imagined. I’ve walked with Jesus since the tender age of seven and weathered though many highs and lows..... Stepping into the Sacred Slow Journey has shifted my perspective on life and how I see my Lord and a Savior everyday. I originally discovered Dr. ABC during a very challenging time in my life… I was sitting in the lobby of a hotel at 3 AM waiting to take my baby son Israel, to the hospital for a heart surgery… I couldn’t sleep, and was in desperate need of peace and comfort. Through the Holy Spirit, I was led to The Sacred Slow series on TBN. With tears in my eyes… I watched every episode back to back. It was the exact recipe that I needed at the time to usher in the word and presence of God! Dr. ABC’s brilliant and gentle words we’re crafted like a master chef prepares a beautiful plate of food… It nourished my soul and inspired me to go through the book study now over four times... once in a women’s Bible study in my home, once online through virtual experience… And twice by myself in solitude with my cup of coffee, my fireplace, and my precious Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! I highly recommend and encourage you to purchase and enjoy this beautiful book… It is such a gift and I’m so grateful to have discovered it...Oh, btw... My son’s heart surgery went really well and he is healthy, well and whole now chasing me all over the house… His name is ISRAEL, which means “God always has the last say and he always keeps his promises“… Thank you Dr. ABC for being a facilitator to one of those promises...

First, I want to note a lot of these reviews were promoted by some sort of website. I’m glad people were interested enough in the book, but I think being prompted to review will affect your reviews.Here’s an honest review that is unprompted. I actually put this book on my list at least 4 years ago when I struggled with a busy schedule. I just read it this week for the first time. I want to say, the reason it gets 4 stars for me is because I’m not a fan of books with included studies. I’m sure this book would have been cheaper if it wasn’t included for people who didn’t want to fill it out or have a Study with the information. I personally didn’t fill it out and truly don’t think you need to for this book to change you.I found it hard to read in the beginning but if you press on the book gets a lot better. Alicia has a mentoring heart and you don’t get that a lot from books. She leads you towards study and self reflection and that’s so important. This book can really change your life and give new perspective. It is also filled with a lot of helpful information to put the practice of resting and time with God into practice. This book will remain on my shelf for these reasons. Truly a great read!

Will update later. Like her other books, this does not disappoint - unless you’re looking to escape challenge. In that case, never read her books.

While not all of us can afford to hire a life coach, Alicia's latest release all but negates the need. Based upon 30 years' experience mentoring leaders the world over, The Sacred Slow comes as Golden Key, tailored to each individual reader, unlocking tangible, measurable, observable wholeness into everyday life. Alicia hits us where it matters, fiercely and lovingly. Where religion and ritual has systematically suffocated, The Sacred Slow revitalizes real-world, "walking theology," incorporating ancient writs and cell phone apps, realigning a coherent, connected, honest and sustainable intimacy with God, day in, day out, through tragedy and triumph, with the intentionality of hunger and the life-rhythm of breathing. I was honored to participate in the Sacred Slow's Beta group of cohorts way back in 2011. What was unlocked and affirmed within me there has sustained me through tragedies I never could have imagined surviving. Alicia lives where we all do, having weathered her fair share of storms. I proclaim her " the feminine CS Lewis of our generation," and this practical, beautiful masterpiece, one of the Roadmaps to the Spiritual Revolution about to break our nation and world wide open. If you are one of the lucky ones able to obtain a copy, consider yourself blessed. If you're one who has read, re-read, and worked it's pages, consider yourself aligned and ready for the intensity of these last days.

The Sacred Slow is a must read for anyone looking for intimacy with God. Alicia, a seasoned mentor, gets to the heart of the matter with honesty and clarity. Are you speeding through your faith in the same way you are speeding through life? In this book, Alicia teaches you how to slow down and learn to live from a place of rest and fullness. She will introduce concepts such as: How has God uniquely designed you to know Him? Can you hear His Voice? Are you even listening? Let Alicia show you how to make time your friend, how to live with intentionality, how to partner with God and serve Him from overflow. I highly recommend this book--it will revolutionize your faith and your life!

Couldn't wait to get my hands on this book after having my life changed by Alicia's previous books "Anonymous" and "40 Days of Decrease". Alicia's voice, through writing and speakng, is one of a kind. Her words reflect God's absolute and unconditional love for us and His delight in being with us. And she both encourages and challenges us to live an unhurried and uncluttered lifestyle that allow us the time to enjoy the continual richness and joy of His presence. Alicia truly has "a way with words" and this book is no exception. Plan to read it slowly, as it is a journey, and believe me, the scenery on the journey is beyond what you can imagine.

I have been exploring stillness, contemplation and meditation in my own devotional life for some time, and admit I am a slow learner. I became aware of this book when channel hopping on TV, coming to TBNUK and landing on one of the author's series taken from this book. Her atitude and teaching immediately resonated. Through 52 sessions she explores the issues and practice invoved in taking time with God and making our relationship with him deeper and more personal. Each chapter offers thought and practical exercises for the reader to put things into practice. Not being in a real position to follow the practical I went with the thought , though some of these did seem a bit airy fairy. There are also useful; notes and further questions at the back aimed mainly for those using the book as teaching/mentoring material. I watched probably 4 or 5 of her TV programmes as well. Certainly;y a must read for all who seek to emulate Mary before becoming a Martha.

This book has been a real life changer for me! Always the person who gets stressed out and hurry everything! Even prayer! What made it for me that Jesus didn’t allow time to control him, and I never saw that before. He was never in a hurry, it’s not my time he said! I ask now for Jesus to help me with time! Not to hurry, not to be controlled by the clock.

I bought this as a download ebook. It really does not work as an ebook as we are told to continually go to the back of the book to complete related exercises. I eventually gave up reading it. May be better as a hardcover book

Really pleased having just started reading Alicia's book, which feels like having a personal mentor and guide in the room. We are being gently but perceptively prompted to invest thought in our mental and spiritual journey and, as the title suggests, perfectly in line with doing so at a slow pace.

Exactly what I wanted