Blue Moon Promise by Colleen Coble

I was unable to put the book down it was so captivating. Blue Moon Promise has it all, romance, murder, suspense, pride issues, marriage by proxy, and faith.

I was glad that the author shared with us about her own personal struggle with control issues. At some point I think we all struggle with giving the control to God and leaving it with Him. How we love to take it back.

This was not the first book by Colleen Coble that I have read. I have completely enjoyed all of her books. I am pleased to give this book a five star rating.

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101 Bible Adventures by Carolyn Larsen

The first thing my husband said when he saw this book was “When can I use this with the kids?” He is so excited to use this devotional.

Each devotion has:

 “What’s Up” ~ background information on that days reading

“Action Adventure” ~ scripture for the day

“Key Verse” ~ memorization

“Now What” ~ great for family discussion and reflection

 I like that the devotions are just one page in length. I know this will help to keep my children’s attention. I really like that she has a comic on each day’s devotion. It makes for great illustration. Kid’s love comics! This is a wonderful devotion for all ages.

 I am pleased to give this book a five star rating.

I received this book free from the publisher through the Tyndale House Publishers.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

The Exceptional Life by Stephen Arterburn

This book has various ways that make it stink. There is no way around giving this book a low rating. You can read the book flap and not need to spend the money on the book.

Here are the 8 steps:

1.       Give up guilt & shame, to get hope

2.       Give up resentment, to get love

3.       Give up fear, to get trust

4.       Give up anger, to get forgiveness

5.       Give up instant gratification, to get patience

6.       Give up isolation, to get power

7.       Give up isolation, to get connection & community

8.       Give up addiction, to get freedom

Each chapter is broken down into five sections.

1. What needs to be given up

2. Why it needs to be given up

3. How to go about giving it up

4. What you’ll gain from giving it up

5. What you’ll be able to do and be once you’ve given it up

Then the discussion questions.

·         He uses two or more paragraphs when he could have said it with just one sentence.

·         His stories are long winded.

·         His dry humor truly is not funny.

·         I feel as if he is talking down to the reader.

·         I can’t believe he compares God to popcorn. (pg 36)

 I am going to give this only a two star rating.

I received this book free from Bethany House Publishing.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Miracles Are For Real By James L Garlow and Keith Wall

I was a little apprehensive about reading a book on miracles. It’s not that I don’t believe in them I just don’t push for them either. I was surprised to find that the authors discussed miracles without pushing them on the reader. Each of the chapters features at least one true story of someone that experienced a miracle. They chose to use people that they know personally or were referred to them by someone with credibility and integrity.

They wanted to show us:

1.      God is alive, well, and intensely interested in your life.

2.      Not only do miracles happen, but they still happen today.

3.      The best way to live is to believe that a miracle could happen at any moment.

I think this is a comprehensive look at miracles, and makes for a great small group discussion.

I am happy to give this book a four star rating.

I received this book free from the publisher through the Bethany House.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Daily Gifts of Grace

Women of Faith have done it again. You will delight in the daily devotions compiled by Patsy Clairmont, Mary Graham, Natalie Grant, Lisa Harper, Sandi Patty, Joni Eareckson Tada, Sheila Walsh, Lisa Welchel among others.

This is a fabulous hardbound book with a magnetic flap cover. Each day has a scripture verse along with a reading written by one of the Women of Faith speakers. Join these women as they guide us through the year with timely advice and guidance. Watch and see how God can use the Women of Faith to strengthen and deepen your walk with Him. 

I am pleased to give this a five star rating.

To find Women of Faith events near you go to: www.womenoffaith.com

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Christian Writer’s Market Guide 2012 by Jerry B. Jenkins

Inside this guide you will find helpful information on book publishers, e-books, contests, niche markets, self-publishing, magazine publishers, groups, conferences, and workshops. This is the ultimate guide to help you become a published writer. When you carefully read and follow the information you will be well on your way to being a published author.

The book is broken down into four parts:

Part 1: Book Publishers

        2: Periodical Publishers
        3: Specialty Markets
        4: Helps for Writers

 *ACW Christian Communicator is a bi-monthly publication that has updates for any changes made to the market guide. This helps keep your Christian Writer’s Market Guide CURRENT!

Order it at: www.ACWriters.com or call 1-800-21-WRITE

 This resource is updated yearly. You can contact them for information on how to receive this guide automatically every year and freeze the price at $24.99, plus postage.

Email: marketguide@christianwritersguild.com

 I am happy to give this book a five star rating.

I received this book free from the publisher through the Tyndale House Publishers.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Why Men Hate Going To Church by David Murrow

Why men hate going to church is a necessary book for all. This is an easy read. The chapters are short so if you don’t have to set aside large amounts of time aside to read the book. I like how David uses humor to get his point across.

You will find three parts to this book:

1.      Where Are The Men?

2.      Church Culture vs. Men Culture

3.      Calling The Church Back To Men

Have women taken over the church and made men feel uncomfortable? Do we feminize our men? Does a lack of men in the church, stifle church growth? Can we do something to bring men back to church? “Why Men Hate Going To Church” will answer these questions and more. This will make for a great group study. Every Pastor should read this book. I am thrilled to give this book a five star rating.

I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255