Reflections of God’s Work

About the Book

This work by Paul McLean is a deep weekly devotional that is both introspective and interactive. It is a weekly study as opposed to a daily reading in order to involve the reader on a more contemplative journey into focused biblical issues. By use of a weekly instead of a daily study, this devotional allows an opportunity to go deeper with God by narrowing the reader’s focus on particular biblical principles that impact his or her personal sphere. McLean vigorously maintains that Bible study, deep personal analysis, and prayer are critical anchors in weathering any of life’s storms while at the same time producing Christian growth and maturity. They are also the pillars from which growth, life balance, and fulfillment are achieved. This book is interactive through the use of journaling thoughts, impressions, and messages received through connecting with God’s word (Bible) during the week. Essentially, the reader evaluates his or her life by answering, in journalistic form, pointed and personal life questions. McLean believes that prayer and contemplative study play critical roles in the process of hearing from God. This devotional can also be used as a study guide for group sharing and personal growth. Each chapter touches on insights and personal experiences McLean has encountered in his work as a probation officer and from his involvement in prison ministry. He discovered that by witnessing the transforming power of Jesus Christ in the lives of criminal offenders, he was changed and shaped by God for a higher purpose.

About the Author

Paul McLean serves as team leader/federal probation and pretrial services officer for the U.S. District Court. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work from the University of Montana (1983) and a Masters Degree in Special Education: Community Counseling from Montana State University – Billings (2000). His work in the field of corrections exceeds twenty-eight years. He has been intimately involved in prison ministry since 2003 and has served on the Montana State Board of TEAM Mentoring since that time. TEAM (Teach, Encourage, Assist, and Model a Christ-centered life) is a ministry committed to bringing the healing, sustaining, and transforming power of Jesus Christ to the lives of criminal offenders under the blanket of being a “friend with a purpose.” The full work and ministry of TEAM can be accessed by visiting http://www.teammentoring.org./ Paul makes his home in Billings, Montana, with his wife and family.