Remember God

Written by Annie F. Downs

Narrated by Annie F. Downs

I know God is loving; I know He is good; I believe He is big and powerful. But sometimes I wonder if He is really kind- really deeply always kind. Is He? Christians love to talk about how God is in control, but that's harder to grasp when things aren't going like you thought it would, when your life looks quite different than you imagined. For centuries, God's people have been building altars to Him-to remind themselves and the people around them of His work. His goodness. His kindness. Stacks of stones. Altars. Temples. Cathedrals. Why? Because they believed God and wanted to remember Him. In the back of my mind, God reminds me that He is the same trustworthy God-the One who always finishes the stories he starts. And this is my story-of wrestling with our God who gives a limp and a blessing. A God who is always kind even when my circumstances feel the opposite. God is who He says He is. He is kinder than you imagine. In a world where it is easy to forget who He is, we will not. We will remember God.

• Language: English
• Publisher: ChristianAudio.com
• Release date: Oct 2, 2018
• ISBN: 9781545906903

Annie F. Downs

Annie F. Downs is a New York Times bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and successful podcast host based in Nashville, Tennessee. Engaging and honest, she makes readers and listeners alike feel as if they’ve been longtime friends. Founder of the That Sounds Fun Network—which includes her aptly named flagship show, That Sounds Fun—and author of multiple bestselling books including That Sounds Fun, 100 Days to Brave, and Remember God, Annie shoots straight and doesn’t shy away from the tough topics. But she always finds her way back to the truth that God is good and that life is a gift. Annie is a huge fan of laughing with friends, confetti, soccer, and boiled peanuts (preferably from a back-roads Georgia gas station). Read more at anniefdowns.com and find her (embarrassingly easily) all over the internet at @anniefdowns.

Reviews for Remember God

[Nancy Crouch Morlini · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I could probably listen to Annie read just about anything. But the truth and vulnerability she shares is courageous, inspiring and timely. For those who have had their heart broken “by God”, listen to this and know you aren’t alone and let her help you see the brokenness and disappointment through a different lense.

[Brandy Anderson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such a lovely read. Especially loved hearing Annie read. I hear her heart loud and clear.

[Kristin Sparkman · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Annie makes you apart of her life. She draws you in and encourages your faith and to grow. Such an amazing book of reminders of how God is there in the big things as well as the small things.

[Chelsea Hogan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I feel like I'm listening to someone read my story. I know its not the same story, but it feels that way. This is what makes Annie, Annie. She is relatable, real, vulnerable, and her words hold weight in a world where there isn't much of that. It's hard to be real in a fake world, but authors like her, stories like hers, are what helps make the world a better place.

[Alex · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is one of those life changing reads. A phenomenal piece of literary work, about one woman’s story. The best book I’ve found all year.

[Tamara MacInnis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book spoke the answer to a question I didn't realize I was asking. If you feel forgotten by God and disappointed by the way your life has unfolded Annie gets you and through this book she will share vulnerably her own journey to remembering the goodness of God.

[Hilary Nelson · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Everything Annie F. Downs transforms from thought to words on a page is full of heart. She's so real and always makes me remember who I am and what is real. I needed this book.

[Nicole · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

In a time when I was struggling to believe that God is kind, this book couldn't have been more timely. I appreciate the authenticity that Annie shares her story with because really it encouraged me to keep believing that even with the limps, He still has been kind and always will be even if this kindness doesn't look like what I would like it to. Do read it!

[Tiffany Thompson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book met me exactly where I am. Thank you!

[Coelecanthe · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I wonder what happens between Annie and her friend John?? In Annie’s epilogue she said John looked her in the eye and said that she wasn’t too much for him. It seems to me that Annie’s husband is, and always has been, right in front of her. I hope she realized this at some point, otherwise she may miss the open door that John gave her.

I liked the book. I want to know more of Annie’s story from “Remember God” forward.

[Bethany Collins · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Annie F. Downs spoke to my soul in a way that I so deeply needed for this season of life. The conversational tone, the prayer at the beginning, the revelations from scripture were all so poignantly necessary for my heart. It sent me on my own quest to answer the question, “Do I believe God is always kind?” I will continue to ponder this book for a long time, and I’m sure I’ll come back to it.

[Christna Stubbs · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved this book. It spoke to me on so many levels.