Can ordinary lives be extraordinary? Martha Van Buskirk passionately shares how, even without flashy titles, accolades, or roles, we can serve God in our families, neighborhoods, and communities - right here, right now. Because of God's extraordinary grace and purpose for our lives, our loving, Spirit-led acts do make a difference. Readers will see how their everyday actions, no matter how small, have purpose, are important to God, and can make an extraordinary impact in the lives of others. Donna Snow 10/22/24 "Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Grace" is a truly inspiring resource. Right from the start, Martha invites us to explore practical ways our ordinary life can make a big difference by taking one divinely inspired step at a time. Each chapter begins with a biblical anchor and ends with action items that provide ways to interact within our homes, communities, and churches right where we are. No special skills or equipment needed-simply kindness and a willingness to help others. Martha's vulnerability and honesty in sharing personal struggles and triumphs provide us with a boots-on-the-ground understanding of how to shine the hope of Jesus using what God has already given us. Whether you are a lifelong Christian or new to the faith, this book provides fresh eyes on how to live a purpose-filled life anchored in God's grace. Laura 10/6/24 Martha's generous hospitality and her ability to shine the light in the everyday is not a shiny facade. It is the real deal, the light of Christ shining through her. Through this book, Martha gives a glimpse into how sharing Jesus with others through the everyday moments is exactly the lift our world so desperately needs. Her ability to make the ordinary extraordinary by sharing the love of Jesus is inspiring! In both big and small ways, we can do the same Katy Hays 9/24/24 Martha is a true shining example of God's light and grace in our troubled world. She recognizes and shares His grace in little things, and big. Through scripture, shared so beautifully, Martha opens her readers' eyes to that same kind of recognition, and she encourages us to receive, and give, in our own "ordinary" ways. She inspires, encourages, empathizes, makes us think, helps us reflect. She teaches us in her gracious and generous way that God's grace is spiritual, and practical, and everywhere. It is our Christian joy to share it with others of all faiths.