TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgments
A RITE OF PASSAGE
1. A Different Kind of Wonderful
Something Better Than the Life You Dreamed Of
2. The Danger of Settling
The Fear of Disappointment Can Rule Your Life
3. Disturbing Interruptions
God Chooses Such Unexpected Paths
THE REAL ADVENTURE
4. Owning Your Stuff
Grace That Allows You to Come Clean
5. Growing Up Together
Relationships Where You Can Know ... and Be Known
6. Coming in Second
Resting in the Shade of the Sovereignty of God
7. The Empathy of Jesus
When You No Longer Wonder If God Cares
8. Loving (Difficult) People
Finding the Freedom to Love
THE PLEASURE OF HI S COMPANY
9. The Place Meant for You
Discovering the Joy of Your Small Part
10. Journey Well
Fellowship with Him Is the Prize
Reflection and Study Guide
Notes
About the Author
What others are saying ...
“If you long for a
book that describes your deepest desires and leads you on a journey to
joy, look no further. Paula’s writing is fresh, vibrant, penetrating,
and personal.”
-Carol Kent, A New Kind of Normal
“Better Than My
Dreams will transform and refine every heart that risks desiring
God.”
-Dan B. Allender, The Wounded Heart and
Leading with a Limp
