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Mostly What God Does

Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere

Savannah Guthrie

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Question 1 of 7
What realization struck Savannah Guthrie when she read Eugene Peterson's translation of Ephesians in The Message?
  • A. Faith requires deciphering complex, formal biblical language.
  • B. God demands strict obedience and penance before offering grace.
  • C. Mostly what God does is love you.
  • D. True spiritual connection can only be found in scholarly texts.
Question 2 of 7
According to the text, how should we view our relationship with the divine in terms of love?
  • A. As an emotional high that we must constantly strive to maintain.
  • B. As an active, living bond similar to marriage, where love is a decision renewed daily.
  • C. As a transactional arrangement where our good deeds are rewarded with divine affection.
  • D. As a passive state of being that requires no conscious effort or acknowledgment on our part.
Question 3 of 7
What analogy does the author use to describe God's eternal presence in our lives?
  • A. A radio station that is always broadcasting, waiting for us to tune in.
  • B. A lighthouse guiding ships through a dark and stormy sea.
  • C. A mirror that constantly reflects our deepest desires and fears.
  • D. A puzzle that must be carefully pieced together over a lifetime.
Question 4 of 7
What is the primary purpose of engaging in praise, according to the book?
  • A. To fulfill God's need for adoration and validation.
  • B. To publicly demonstrate our religious commitment to others.
  • C. To guarantee that our specific prayers and requests will be answered.
  • D. To unlock a transformative experience for ourselves by shifting our focus to gratitude.
Question 5 of 7
How does the text address the concept of self-criticism in relation to grace?
  • A. Self-criticism is the voice of the divine urging us to achieve perfection.
  • B. The voice of self-criticism is not the voice of the divine, as God offers forgiveness unconditionally.
  • C. Self-criticism is necessary to earn God's forgiveness and mercy.
  • D. Self-criticism should be replaced by judging others to balance our spiritual perspective.
Question 6 of 7
What radical realization does the author present regarding doubt and faith?
  • A. Doubt is the ultimate adversary of a strong spiritual life.
  • B. Experiencing doubt means a person has fundamentally lost their faith.
  • C. Doubt is an intrinsic component of faith and a necessary phase of its evolution.
  • D. Doubt can only be cured by ignoring worldly problems and focusing strictly on scripture.
Question 7 of 7
According to the section on purpose, where do we ultimately find our true calling?
  • A. By isolating ourselves from the world to focus purely on spiritual meditation.
  • B. At the convergence of our personal joy and the world's needs.
  • C. By achieving the highest possible level of professional success and wealth.
  • D. By strictly following the career paths laid out by our parents or mentors.

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Mostly What God Does Summary & Overview

Mostly What God Does (2024) explores the profound and often unexpected ways faith can manifest in daily life. Through personal insights and reflections, it invites you to consider how the six essentials of connection to God – love, presence, praise, grace, hope, and purpose – color and shape every facet of your experience.

Who Should Listen to Mostly What God Does?

  • Individuals exploring their faith or spirituality 
  • Fans of Savannah Guthrie’s journalism and writing 
  • Book clubs focused on inspirational and motivational works

About the Author: Savannah Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie is an American broadcast journalist and attorney, best known as a co-anchor of NBC’s Today show. Apart from her career in journalism, Guthrie coauthored the best-selling children’s books Princesses Wear Pants and Princesses Save the World. In 2022, Guthrie was inducted into the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame for her contributions to media.

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