Holy Hygge

Women were made to give life—and they can do that right intheir own homes.< b> < p> Hygge< i> [hue-guh] has become a cultural buzzword.When many read about this Danish practice, < i>their shoulders lift in excitement,then fall in exhale. In a culture of rush< i>, hygge appeals to their desirefor rest< i>—for slow living, shared moments, and fostered friendships.Hygge< i> has strong ties to beauty, contentment, and well-being. It’swarm and inviting. Hygge< i> is the opposite of hustle. It eschews abundance.It savors. It takes things slow and envelopes you in sanctuary. Hygge < i>ishome. When you sit in a comfy chair by the fire, that’s hygge< i>. Whenyou arrange a fresh bouquet of wildflowers on a bedside table, that’s hygge< i>too. Candles, soft furnishings, natural light, fresh-baked pastries, intimate gatheringswith friends—these are what come to mind when you think of hygge< i>. Buthygge< i> can be so much more. < p> In Holy Hygge< i>, author JamieErickson unites the popular Danish practice with the deep, theological truths ofthe gospel. She unpacks the seven tenets of hygge< i>: hospitality, relationships,well-being, atmosphere, comfort, contentment, and rest. In addition, Erickson showshow the external veneer of a lifestyle can create a life-giving home only when placedunder the hope of the gospel. Holy Hygge< i> provides practical ideas for usinghygge< i> to gather people and introduce them to faith in Christ. Each chapterconcludes with discussion questions, Scripture references, and a prayer.< p>< DIV>