Almost Amish one woman's quest for a slower, simpler, more sustainable life

Summary: The author looks to Amish lifestyle and values as a model on which to base calmer, more focused, more faithful lives.

Record details

ISBN: 9781414369372 (electronic bk.)
ISBN: 1414369379 (electronic bk.)
Physical Description: electronic resource
remote
1 online resource (xxii, 245 p.)
Publisher: Carol Stream, Ill. : Tyndale House Publishers, c2012.

General Note:	Includes discussion questions.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 233-234).
Formatted Contents Note:	Homes: homes are simple, uncluttered, and clean; the outside reflects the inside -- Technology: technology serves as a tool and does not rule as a master -- Finances: saving more and spending less bring financial peace -- Nature: time spent in God's creation reveals the face of God -- Simplicity: small and local leads to simpler lives -- Service: service to others reduces loneliness and isolation -- Security: the only true security comes from God -- Community: knowing neighbors and supporting local businesses build community -- Families: family ties are lifelong: they change but never cease -- Faith: faith life and way of life are inseparable.
Source of Description Note:	Description based on print version record.