“This is a book to savor. Journey with a Giant by Lori Melton springs from a lifetime of relentless desire to experience God on a deeper level and open the way to others.”—Linda Andersen, author of Spiritual Retreat, For Tired Souls, and The Too Busy Book

“It was Fred Rogers who introduced me to the Celtic term anam cara, or spiritual friend. That is what kept coming to mind as I read this soulful, generous, and enlightening (for us Mister Rogers fans) book.”—Tim Madigan, author of I’m Proud of You: My Friendship with Fred Rogers

“Lori Melton has developed a gentle process for discovering and sharing in the wisdom of those who have gone before us. Come, and share the journey with her. You will be called to: Listen carefully. Find your purpose. Walk in confident holiness.”—Sr. Diane Zerfas OP, Center for Spirituality coordinator, Dominican Center Marywood, Grand Rapids, Michigan

“Lori’s work doesn’t just teach; it guides, companions, and transforms. This is a pilgrimage for the soul.”—Robert Prince, spiritual formation coach and writer exploring the contemplative life through Recognizing the Divine

“Lori Melton offers us a beautifully crafted guide for growing in faith alongside a spiritual giant. She names the profound blessings we gain from examining their lives and the stumbling blocks that will invariably kick up within us when invited to more deeply embrace the Holy.”—Rev. Laurie TenHave-Chapman, pastor, preacher, creative worship consultant, author of Walk with Me: A Year of Worship in the Gospels, owner of Sunflower Spiritual Direction, and blogger at preachinglife.net

“Lori Melton brilliantly recovers and reshapes an ancient practice for contemporary Christians craving fuller engagement with their faith. In a time when spiritual direction can be hard to find, she’s cultivated a deeply meaningful and doable path that allows readers to companion and imitate the best parts of others’ lives of faith.”—Leslie Leyland Fields, author of Nearing a Far God: Praying the Psalms with Our Whole Selves

“This book offers a profound sense of adventure and wonder that has deeply enriched my spiritual journey. I highly encourage everyone to prayerfully read it and experience God’s transformative power for themselves.”—Sherri Willett, church leader and homemaker

“Lori’s book is a beautiful and intimate journey to be emulated for those searching for transformation.”—Faith Bierma, co-director of the Hermitage Community, Three Rivers, Michigan

“The simplicity and richness in which a Journey with a Giant adds to my faith is undeniable. The Spirit within Lori’s guidance will draw you in to look at the wonder of those who have gone before us and experience all we can glean from their lives.”—Julie Blakely, founder and executive director of Sewfunn Dandelion Lessons Ministry

“Journey with a Giant is a masterpiece. It’s an invitation to embrace Rogers’ ‘guided drift’ and pursue a more faithful, purpose-driven life.”—Jordan Raynor, best-selling author of Five Mere Christians and The Sacredness of Secular Work