Fruitbearer: What Can I Do for You, Lord?

"Fruitbearer is one of those books that you will go back to read over and over again, when you are searching for the next move of God in your life. Candy's ability to connect the reader to find their identity in Christ is just a masterpiece. I have recommended and given away many copies of her book for: 1.the person who is looking to find God in a delicate and loving way with no 'religion' being shoved down your throat. 2.for the person who has a new relationship and desires more depth with the Lord so they in turn will be able to touch the hearts of others with the love of Christ. 3. and for the seasoned Christian who is seeking answers for where God is beckoning them to their wonderful 'place called next.' Personally, I received invaluable inspiration and gems of encouragment to begin writing my second book, which is now going to be a series. But it was 'between the lines' where Candy deposited something in me to be lifechanging. Keep writing Candy!!!"

Candy Abbott not only shares great messages in her book, she also walks-the-talk. When my wife, Laura, and I asked Candy to help us get our book "Serving Time, Serving Others" published, she agreed, and said that she and The Holy Spirit would be working together. What a pleasure it was working with Candy. We had a book in the hands of our readers only four months after making that commitment. We think so highly of her book that we include Fruitbearer in our back-of-the-room sales wherever we speak. Serving Productive Time: Stories, Poems, and Tips to Inspire Positive Change from Inmates, Prison Staff, and Volunteers Chicken Soup for the Prisoner's Soul: 101 Stories to Open the Heart and Rekindle the Spirit of Hope, Healing and Forgiveness (Chicken Soup for the Soul) Serving Time, Serving Others: Acts of Kindness by Inmates, Prison Staff, Victims, and Volunteers Chicken Soup for the Volunteer's Soul: Stories to Celebrate the Spirit of Courage, Caring and Community

I picked this book up and thumbed through a few pages. With just that I bought 1 copy, then went back and got another for my sister. It's unbelieveable and can't say much more about it. It will change your feelings about your life in Christ and give you encouragement like you won't believe. Candy's writing style is so simple,it's as if you were sitting in a chair listening to her. She is real and so is her approach to life. It's practical and the format at the end of each chapter, challenges us to read and apply God's word to our own life. She's telling us what we need to hear and I plan to buy copies for our next ladies retreat.

Candy Abbott is a superb Storyteller. Her writing style is truly professional. I admire Candy's strong faith and her candid sharing. Her section "Love in a Medicine Cabinet," on page 188, should be prerequisite reading for all loving couples. Spiritually Strong and Inspiring!

I was, at first, simply curious about Candy Abbot's book. Candy and I attended the same high school many years ago, although we did not know each other, and we will soon be attending a long-awaited reunion. When I heard that she had written a book, I just had to see what it was about. What I found in Fruit-Bearers has been life-changing. Reading it has been like carrying on a heartfelt conversation with an intimate friend. Candy tells the story of her spiritual journey in such a way that any of us can relate to the trip. In reading the book, you will feel more comfortable with your own spiritual journey and will be able to take comfort in the knowledge that you are not alone in the bumps, ruts, scenic views and comfort-stations that you will encounter along the way. For those seeking a closer relationship with the Lord, or for those who already have a close relationship and simply want to review the trip, this book is a must-read!