About the Book
Untangled describes in one word what each of us long for: freedom. But what happens when life's fumbles get buried in the chambers of our souls? Our minds tend to forget, but our hearts never do. And if we are not careful, we learn how to live walking with a limp.
Untangled is the story of how God helped unravel the hurt and hopelessness that had Michele tangled up for so long. Knot by knot, chapter by chapter, you will travel with God through Michele's life and witness true redemption, leaving you hungry to experience the same deep healing.
While the places and events are Michele's, Untangled is also your story. It will help you cling to Jesus when you're questioning how God could possibly love you or if you have made a wrong turn and are wondering how to get back.
Get untangled and move from a faith that no longer fits into a deeper, authentic relationship with Jesus.
About the Author :
The voice of Michele Pillar entered the world through Contemporary Christian Radio in 1979 when she sang "Thou Art Worthy" on The Praise II record for Maranatha! Music. Soon after, "Jesus What a Wonder You Are," "In Moments Like These," and many other titles were hers for the series. Next, she recorded "The Misfit" with Erick Nelson and in the mid-1980s became Sparrow Record's dominant seller with recordings Michele Pillar, Reign on Me, and Look Who Loves You Now, earning three Grammy Award and Dove nominations and total sales of more than 1.5 million. In 1992 Michele recorded Love Makes All the Difference for the Benson Company. The song "You Untangle Me"--penned by Michele and Hall of Fame Writers Allen Shamblin and Mike Reid--is featured in her latest music project, available on MichelePillar.com.
When not touring, Michele and her husband, Matt, live in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee, and enjoy time with their children and grandchildren.
Review :
Untangled is nothing short of an act of bravery. With a deft pen, Michele allows readers into the hidden, vulnerable places of her life's story--including both glorious joys and bone-crushing pain. But she doesn't stop there. Michele goes on to write the anecdote for the secrets that have bound us, and how we can truly live without shame. Don't miss this book!
-- Allison Allen, author, speaker, and actor (Broadway, Women of Faith)
Michele Pillar writes from the heart and lays out a blueprint for untangling our emotions. We have all felt stuck and trapped, like there was no way out. Michele has been there and did find a way through with God. She comes to us with a banner of hope and promises of redemption in Untangled.
-- Margaret Phillips, MS, licensed marital and family therapist
Untangled is sacred. It is the incarnate Word of God fleshed out in the life of a modern-day woman, a woman whose heart and mind (perhaps like yours and mine), knotted through childhood circumstances, is touched by the gentle hands of her Savior--Jesus, bringing beauty from ashes, gladness from mourning, praise from fainting, freedom from prisons in her mind and heart. We all have things to untangle in our lives. God's heart's desire is to help us become untangled!
-- Leora Shanks, educator
She dances a jig on a thread of sheer courage, laughing in the face of adversity. I never once felt sorry for her and in fact I envied her journey. Bravo, Michele!
-- Gary Keller, CEO of Keller Williams International and New York Times bestselling author of The Millionaire Real Estate Agent
Untangled reads like watching a great movie. I was sorry when it ended. Michele's is a deep, rich, pain-and-glory redemption story. A beauty queen, a harsh childhood, solace under a bed, a beautiful voice. Untangled is universal and unique. I lost myself in it and found myself at the end standing on the Rock.
-- Victoria Jackson, actor, writer and comedian from Saturday Night Live
Thanks, Michele, for leading me safely home with your story.
-- BeBe Winans, multiple Grammy and Dove award-winning recording artist
Some will describe this as an autobiography; others will call it a true-to-life mini novel. To me it will forever be a scalpel in the hand of God. Untangled did surgery on me.
-- Allen Shamblin, Hall of Fame Songwriter: 2011 Song of the Year CMA, AMA, and Grammy for "The House That Built Me"
Untangled is a story of redemption told with beautiful transparent stories, boldly revealing Michele's journey of life to her readers. I am thankful for women like Michele who are willing to share the messiness they have endured, ultimately shining a bright light on the Lord's grace, mercy and love through their testimonies.
-- Shari Rigby, director, author, actress, speaker
For everyone who feels like Humpty Dumpty after the fall, my dear friend Michele Pillar has a message for you: The king's horses and men never had the power to do anything. It's only the King who can put you back together again. With unusual honesty and candor, Michele allows you a peek into her messy life so we may better see ourselves. Untangled is a mirror image of you and me, and a vivid reminder of the marvel of redemption.
-- Joe Battaglia, president, Renaissance Communications, and author of The Politically Incorrect Jesus
I was accosted by Michele's honesty.
-- Tim Marshall, Vice President of Distribution, Word International
Untangled grabbed me from page one and wouldn't let me go!
-- Lisa Patton, author of Whistlin' Dixie in a Nor'Easter
You will be surprised at the backstory of this pioneering Christian artist. Michele writes with amazing transparency and honesty. Darkness gives way to light. God meets her where she is, a true message of grace.
-- Dr. Linda Mintle, speaker, BeliefNet blogger, and author of Letting Go of Worry
She's untangled! Without it, she NEVER could have written this book. If you feel tangled up in anything, read and find freedom! Grace Chapel will be using Untangled in our home groups.
-- Pastor Steve Berger, Grace Chapel, Leiper's Fork, Tennessee
With raw honesty and great courage, Michele tells her redemptive story so that we might find hope and freedom to step into God's purpose for our life. Well done, Michele.
-- Ruth Graham, daughter of Rev. Billy Graham, speaker, and author of Fear Not Tomorrow, God Is Already There
If you think for a moment that you have out-sinned God's forgiveness, meet Michele's Savior. With startling clarity and heart-jolting honesty, Michele's story is a stunning window of hope. It's time to step out of our musty hiding places and join this brave, broken, redeemed woman in the light.
-- Patsy Clairmont, Women of Faith speaker and author of Kaleidoscope
