Sheridan Voysey - The Making of Us: Who We Can Become When Life Doesnt Go As Planned

PRAISE FOR THE MAKING OF US

Sheridan Voysey knows well the art of telling a story that takes you on a journey far away from where you are now. His latest book, a pilgrimage to rediscover himself, is just such a lyrical achievement. More importantly, though, his tale appeals to the journey of heart that all of us grapple with. Indeed, The Making of Us might just be the making of you.

CLAIRE DIAZ-ORTIZ

Bestselling author and speaker

It is a well-worn metaphor: life is a journey. While true, life is in fact far more like a pilgrimage. In The Making of Us Sheridan takes us on a beautiful and compelling trek to reveal how dissonance and disruption can call us into the delight of God. Brew a good mug of tea, wrap yourself in a warm blanket, and let this pilgrimage take you to the wonder that you, too, have been, are, and will always be on a great adventure to the Face of beauty.

DAN B. ALLENDER, PHD

Professor of counseling psychology and founding president, The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology

So often as Christians we carefully and responsibly plan our way but forget that it is the Lord who directs our steps. Sheridan Voyseys reflection on the literal steps of his journey in search of the Lords direction is a beautiful, evocative reminder that our lives as Christian saints are part of an eternal community, one not merely of our own place and time, and of a much larger story, one not merely of our own making.

KAREN SWALLOW PRIOR

Author of On Reading Well and Fierce Convictions

Traveling with his friend DJ and the invisible figure of Saint Cuthbert (a favorite of mine), Sheridan also journeys with the God he has been struggling to understand and hear clearly. Through typically honest and wonderful descriptions of his surroundings and inner musings, Sheridan warmly welcomes us to join this rich experience. An exceptional read.

ADRIAN PLASS

Author of The Shadow Doctor and The Sacred Diary of Adrian Plass series

Sheridan Voysey writes with depth and poetic imagery about the gifts that emerge when life doesnt go as planned. From his first question about where we fit into the world, to his last about how we desire to be remembered, he fills us with hope as he recounts his own search for purpose and calling, guided by the deep truth that we are always with God. This beautiful book will challenge you, guide you, call you to the countryside, and bring you back home to the truth that you, too, are always with God.

BECCA STEVENS

Founder of Thistle Farms, author of Love Heals

The Making of Us causes us to consider some of lifes most searching questions: Who am I? What should I do with my life? How can God know me completely, yet still love me utterly? I found it a beautiful book, not just in its lyrical writing but in its gentle yet firm encouragement to press on with our journeys, even when we are doubting, fearful, and tired. This is a book to nourish our souls. I highly recommend it.

ROB PARSONS, OBE

Founder and chairman, Care for the Family

The Making of Us is a rich and nuanced exploration of vocation and identity. Who are we when we lose the status of a significant job, when we dont hit milestones alongside our peers, when our best laid plans dont come to pass? Does God have a unique purpose for each of us, and if so, how do we know what it is? Sheridans hard-won wisdom is a gift to all of us who wrestle with these questionsto those at crossroads, to those who need help discerning the loving voice of God. This beautifully crafted and lyrically written book is destined to become a cherished friend and companion to many.

JO SWINNEY

Author of Home

At one point in this stunning book Sheridan reflects, I want to craft words that captivate the heart and open eyes to see God. In The Making of Us he does this with lyrical beauty. Through the pain, joy, heart-searching, and wrestling of these two blistered-feet pilgrims, the reader is drawn into an intimate and healing pilgrimageattending, listening, questioning, and reflecting to finally discover the simple truth that what makes us valuable is that we are children of God.

PAUL BUTLER

Bishop of Durham

Sheridan proves to be an observant and wise travelling companion. This absorbing expedition along one of Britains great pilgrim paths not only makes you feel like youre there but also encourages you to embark on your own inner exploration along the way. Well researched and beautifully crafted, this book itself is a journey worth making.

CATHY MADAVAN

Speaker, writer, coach, and author of Digging for Diamonds

As I read The Making of Us, I felt like Sheridan Voysey was reading my journal. He describes the losses and disappointments of adult life with aching clarity. Fortunately, through his remarkable pilgrimage, he also shows us how setbacks can be portals to a life of purposethat Good things can come when you step into uncertainty. He does it all with gorgeous prose that leaves you treasuring each sentence. Ride along on his journey. Like him, you wont come away unchanged.

DREW DYCK

Author of Your Future Self Will Thank You

This is a wonderful bookwarm, life-giving, encouraging, while discussing big issues and asking big questions. Sheridan speaks with integrity and authenticity as he helps us consider our response when life begins to look different from what we hoped for or planned. I finished The Making of Us with a renewed sense of Gods great love for me, his daughter, and reminded that he can use even the most painful of experiences to shape us into the people he created us to be.

KATE WHARTON

Assistant national leader, New Wine network; vicar of St. Barts Roby; and author of Single Minded

Having faced a broken dream with courage, Sheridan Voysey sets off on a pilgrimage to rediscover his calling. What he findsamid blisters, aching muscles, and broken nights sleepis a deeper truth altogether. Whether or not you can strap on your walking boots, youll find Sheridan a warm and winsome companion with whom to delve into matters of identity, calling, and hearing Gods voice. One to savor, ponder, and share with others. I loved it!

AMY BOUCHER PYE

Author of Finding Myself in Britain

Sheridan Voysey is an exquisite, masterful writer, transporting us to the northeast coast of England to join him on his long trek. The deep, relatable reflections in these pages stopped me in my hectic, hurried days and gave me space to drink in truths about issues of substance, and untangle wrong thinking about living as a follower of Jesus. Rarely do any of us live out our Plan A lives, and in The Making of Us I found perspective, hope, and wisdom through a wonderfully written blend of history, theology, and life lessons.

VIVIAN MABUNI

Speaker and author of Warrior in Pink and Open Hands, Willing Heart

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2019 by Sheridan Voysey

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