"Spiritual Latte: Meditation, Poetry, and Hymns to Jump-Start the Day" shares the inspired work of a minister and poet, Shelby Holmes. He draws upon the model of prayer he saw his own father follow, his years of experience in beginning his days in prayer for God to bless his family, and his insights from study and ministry.

Holmes considers the ability to worship God as the most vital part of our growth in knowing our Savior. It is the quintessential driving force to spiritual success against the forces of darkness. The desire to worship God in prayer, song, and spoken word has been his...