ELLY GRIMM
• Leader & Times
Many Christians are frequently looking for ways to deepen their relationship with the Holy Spirit, and recently, author Janet Williams wrote a book to help with just that, titled “Life With the Holy Spirit.”
“My book, 'Life with the Holy Spirit,' is about my personal journey with the Holy Spirit, and I want it to inspire readers to deepen their spiritual relationship with God. I draw on my personal experiences, biblical teachings, and practical guidance to talk about how the Holy Spirit is a constant presence in our lives, offering comfort, strength, and direction during times of joy and challenge,” Williams said. “The book is for all people, whether they're new believers or life-long followers of Christ, to open their hearts to the guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit. The book also emphasizes how the Spirit is available to everyone, and how through God, we can experience true peace, clarity, and purpose in life. Each chapter offers insight into how the Holy Spirit works in our daily lives, including topics like salvation, spiritual growth, and how to use God-given gifts to serve others. I want 'Life with the Holy Spirit' to serve as both a companion and guide for those seeking a deeper connection with God, helping readers to recognize the Holy Spirit's presence in their lives and embrace His transformative power.”
As Williams tells it, however, the book almost did not happen.
“I'd already written a couple books before, so I've already been published – my first book was 'Changes: Moving Forward' and my second book was 'Actions for Jesus' Help,'” Williams said. “There was one day when my editor and I were talking and asked me to write something about my relationship with the Holy Spirit, and at first, I gave a rather emphatic 'No' because I didn't know what I'd actually write about, but shortly after that conversation, the Holy Spirit came over me and I knew what I wanted to write. So I told my editor I would do the project, and that's also when I came up with the name. Really, I just felt the Holy Spirit pushing me to do it. I also started writing as a therapy exercise, and I just kept writing, and it took me about six months to write everything.”
Williams said writing the book was a positive experience.
“I enjoyed the whole process because it let me talk about my relationship with the Holy Spirit, and while I was writing it, it felt like I was just having a conversation with God like we'd been friends for all time. It was just overall a good experience,” Williams said.
Williams added she hopes many readers will benefit from her book, which is available through Amazon and other online bookstores.
“The book is a great teaching tool and it talks about how to live life the right way and with the Holy Spirit. It's also a very easy read, and it's for anyone and everyone, whether you're a newer believer or a life-long believer,” Williams said. “I included my experiences just as a guide, but ultimately, your relationship with the Holy Spirit is up to you. I had a friend who was going through a rough time in life, and I offered him my book to read to help him get some perspective. He was kind of skeptical at first, but then he came back and later told me God had told him to be sure and read the whole book, which he did. That shows me God knows where He's needed. It's really great seeing physical copies out and in the world, it makes me really happy, and I hope a lot of people get a chance to read it and expand their relationship with God. I really want people to read the book so they can get more insight into the Holy Spirit and use that to solve problems they might be going through.”
