Category Archives: Adult

Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World: How One Family Learned that Saying No Can Lead to Life’s Biggest Yes – Kristen Welch

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I enjoy Kristen Welch’s parenting blog (We are THAT Family) and looked forward to reading her new book.  It did not disappoint!  Welch does a terrific job tackling why we do our children a disservice by giving them too much and how to help develop a healthy life perspective in our children through service and hard work all within the context of a faith filled home.

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

God Is With You Everyday – Max Lucado

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I really like Max Lucado’s writing so I was very eager to get his new devotional – God Is With You Everyday.  Each week features a prayer and scriptures coupled with daily readings that are snippets from many of Lucado’s previously published books.  These brief devotions serve as a great way to start the day.  The devotional also features both a topical index as well as the scriptural index which are terrific resources.

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

 

Tough as They Come – Travis Mills and Marcus Brotherton

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Travis Mills is truly an American hero.  His story displays an amazing love for our country and an incredible will to not only survive but thrive after the unthinkable happened during his third tour of duty in Afghanistan.  A victim of an IED blast days before his twenty-fifth birthday, Travis survived but became a quadruple amputee.  Although an interesting read throughout, the final third of the book that details the rehabilitation process and life for Travis and his family now was particularly compelling.

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

 

 

For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards – Jen Hatmaker

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If you like Jen Hatmaker’s blog, you will love this book!  For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards is a quick read that provides some great reminders about keeping things in perspective.  Additionally, you will be hard pressed not to laugh aloud while reading this book.  Hatmaker’s signature sense of humor shines throughout the text.

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

Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New – Marty Machowski

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Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New is a beautifully illustrated introduction to theology for children.  There is a terrific parent guide within the book that provides suggestions on how to most effectively use Ology with your children.  This is truly one of the best Christian books I have ever seen for children.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by Litfuse Publicity Group, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 

 

Get Your Story Straight – Kristen Hatton

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Get Your Story Straight is a 52 week devotional geared toward teens and young adults.  There are five activities each week which focus on the same scripture and are highly accessible.  This devotional would be a great text for a small group study.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by Litfuse Publicity Group, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

A Chameleon, a Boy, and a Quest – J.A. Myhre

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A Chameleon, a Boy, and a Quest is a powerful tale of enchantment that is filled with action as well as themes from the gospels.  Written by a doctor who has served as a medical missionary in East Africa, the story takes place in an environment similar to the villages in which she works.  Although the book is written to appeal to children with animals that speak and a few well chosen illustrations, this tale of discovery, redemption, and sacrifice is a great read for adults as well.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by Litfuse Publicity Group, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

Grit to Great: How Perserverance, Passion, and Pluck Take You from Ordinary to Extraordinary – Linda Kaplan Thaler and Robin Koval

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Remember when your parents encouraged you to simply try your best and keep persevering?  Seems they really were right!  Grit to Great: How Perseverance, Passion, and Pluck Take You from Ordinary to Extraordinary explores the power of grit.  Written in an easy to read format, the text lays out how the true key to success is not intellect or talent but determination which is described in the book as “grit factor”.

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

Pass It On: Building a Legacy of Faith for Your Children through Practical and Memorable Experiences – Jim Burns and Jeremy Lee

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Pass It On: Building a Legacy of Faith for Your Children through Practical and Memorable Experiences is a great resource guide focusing on experiences that reinforce faith within a family.  The ideas in the book span from kindergarten to twelfth grade and are not only meaningful but also easily incorporated into a family’s daily life so they are do-able.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by Litfuse Publicity Group, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Surprising Imagination of C.S. Lewis: An Introduction – Jerry Root and Mark Neal

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The Surprising Imagination of C.S. Lewis: An Introduction is an outstanding text that explores the works of C.S. Lewis on a scholarly level.  It is not an easy read, but it is a worthwhile one for Lewis fans.  I particularly liked the layout of this book.  Each chapter is dedicated to a specific writing genre that Lewis used in his work.

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