God Made Me in His Image: Helping Children Appreciate Their Bodies – Justin S. Holcomb and Lindsey A. Holcomb

God Made Me in His Image is another title in the God Made Me Series.  This book presents God as our creator, and shares insight into God’s loving design in the creation of each of our bodies.  Each book in this series includes a section filled with biblical guidance for parents and offers additional information and resources which aid in discussion with your child in relationship to the topic addressed in the text.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 

 

God Made Me in His Image Book Cover God Made Me in His Image
Justin Holcomb, Lindsey Holcomb,
February 22, 2021
32

Way Back Wednesday ~ Our Favorite Easter Book

This review was originally posted on April 1, 2015,

Reading this book has become a special Easter tradition for our family.

The Flowering Cross was a very quick favorite for our daughter.  It is a touching Easter story which focuses on the transformational power of God’s love.

Katie is a six year old little girl who truly loves God.  She displays her unconditional love and kindness to her neighbor Jack who is known throughout the neighborhood for being “mean”.  Soon her kindness not only brings out kindness and gentleness in Jack but also a willingness to accept God’s love.

The illustrations in this book are amazing.  They bring the story to life with the use of vivid color and detail.  They truly enhance the story for the reader.

Bible verses as well as faith imprints which include discussion starters are found throughout the book and provide a terrific addition to the story.  Additionally, directions on how to create a flowering cross are also included at the end of the story.  This was particularly appreciated by this reader since our daughter has become keenly interested in the idea of our family making a flowering cross!

While this complimentary book was provided for review by Thomas Nelson Publishers, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Flowering Cross Book Cover The Flowering Cross
Beth Ryan
Juvenile Fiction
Tommy Nelson
2010-03
32

God Made Me for Heaven: Helping Children Live for an Eternity – Marty Machowski

The God Made Me Series is filled with impactful books for families to enjoy together.  God Made Me for Heaven is no exception.  Creatively shared through the frame of a grandmother discussing her hope of Heaven, this book shares the gospel message in an easy to understand manner.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.   All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 

 

God Made Me for Heaven Book Cover God Made Me for Heaven
Marty Machowski
March 8, 2021
32

Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age – Collin Hansen and Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra

Gospelbound explores the hope found in Christ no matter what the circumstances around us might be.  The authors highlight Christians who are making a difference in their spheres of influence.  This book is inspiring and encouraging.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

Gospelbound Book Cover Gospelbound
Collin Hansen, Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra,
Religion
Multnomah
2021
240

God Cares for Me: Helping Children Trust God When They’re Sick – Scott James

God Cares for Me: Helping Children Trust God When They’re Sick is another winner from the God Made Me book series for children.  All of the books in this series are terrific and provide great support for parents as they endeavor to discuss a wide variety of issues with their children.  This book is particularly timely as we are currently living during a global pandemic.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

God Cares for Me Book Cover God Cares for Me
Scott James
February 8, 2021

Light of His Presence: Prayers to Draw You Near the Heart of God – Ann Graham Lotz

Light of His Presence: Prayers to Draw You Near the Heart of God provides a beautiful collection of prayers.  It also details Lotz’s challenges with prayer and how she has grown in this spiritual discipline through writing out her prayers.  This encouraging volume would make a lovely gift for yourself or for someone special.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing, no other compensation was given.   All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Light of His Presence Book Cover The Light of His Presence
Anne Graham Lotz
Religion
Multnomah
2020
224

Way Back Wednesday ~ Prepare Him Room: Celebrating the Birth of Jesus Family Devotional – Marty Machowski

 

This review was originally posted on December 5, 2018.

Prepare Him Room is a delightful guide to implementing gospel focused traditions for your family during Advent.  This lovely book includes weekly scripture readings as well as Christmas activities and songs.  It would be a wonderful early Christmas gift for a family with young children.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

Prepare Him Room Book Cover
Prepare Him Room
Marty Machowski
Religion
September 30, 2014
82

Revelation: Hope in the Darkness (The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible) – Scotty Smith

The Gospel-Center Life in the Bible Series provides Bible Study guides that are perfect for small groups.  The topic for this particular study is the New Testament book of Revelation.  There are fourteen in-depth lessons that explore the primary theme of the book – Hope in the Darkness.  These easy to follow guides require no homework for the participants and are packed with solid Bible teaching.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ephesians: The Love We Long For (The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible) – Scotty Smith

The Gospel-Center Life in the Bible Series provides Bible Study guides that are perfect for small groups.  The topic for this particular study is the New Testament book of Ephesians.  There are twelve in-depth lessons that explore the primary theme of the book – The Love Long For.  These easy to follow guides require no homework for the participants and are packed with solid Bible teaching.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinion.

 

 

Titus: Life-Changing Truth in a World of Lies (The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible) – Jeff Dodge

The Gospel-Center Life in the Bible Series provides Bible Study guides that are perfect for small groups.  The topic for this particular study is the New Testament book of Titus.  There are seven lessons that explore the primary theme of the book – We are saved not because of good works but for good works.  These easy to follow guides require no homework for the participants and are packed with solid Bible teaching.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinion.

Titus: Life-Changing Truth in a World of Lies (The Gospel-Centered Life in the Bible) by [Jeff Dodge]