Category Archives: Book Reviews
Plain Promise
Rating: Plain Promise is a quick and fun read. Beth Wiseman draws the reader in with the quiet and peaceful setting of the Amish community. Yet, not all is peaceful within the hearts of the people. A young widow, Sadie, … Continue reading
Fearless
Rating: Fearless by Max Lucado is a timely message to this generation. Everyone is tempted to worry and be anxious about something. Mr. Lucado addresses several major areas of concern that are especially prevalent in today’s economy. Mr. Lucado is … Continue reading
The Expanded Bible
Rating: Advertised as a study tool and aid in reading the bible, I was very excited to obtain a copy of The Expanded Bible. I eagerly opened it up and was dismayed to find my expectations were not fulfilled. To … Continue reading
Toddler Bible
Rating: I enjoyed reading the Toddler Bible with stories retold by Gwen Ellis. The pictures are vivid as well. One thing that I appreciate about the way Ms. Ellis retells the stories is that she simplifies them without losing the … Continue reading
100 Bible Stories
Rating: With a one year old, I was very excited to get my hands on a copy of bible stories for little ones. We want to establish a routine of devotions and reading through the bible even at a very … Continue reading
In the footsteps of Paul
Rating: In the Footsteps of Paul is an amazing collection of photos following Paul’s life. I thoroughly enjoyed letting my imagination go and recalling the stories from the Bible in context now with the photos. It is easier to … Continue reading
The Noticer
Rating: The Noticer is a nice story but completely gives a completely false dose of reality. The basic premise is that if you think positively, then positive things will happen to you. If you surround yourself with successful people, then … Continue reading
Christianity in Crisis
Christianity in Crisis is an educational look at the contemporary leaders in today’s faith movement. Hank Hanegraaff exposes the lies that have invaded the modern church and duped so many unsuspecting souls. In the first section of the book, Hanegraaff … Continue reading
The Kiss
Rating: The Kiss by Ted Dekker and Erin Healy is an intriguing story of family and friendships and what happens when touched by power. Shauna woke from being in acoma for 6 months. She doesn’t remember her boyfriend or … Continue reading
Rex
Rex by Catherine Lewis Rating: Rex is an honest portrayal of a mother’s journey to accept, love and enjoy her son’s diagnosis of blindness and autism. Catherine Lewis, author and mother, draws in the reader as she describes her … Continue reading