Tag Archives: God

“Joni & Ken: An Untold Love Story”

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Becky

Before reading this book, I already knew who Joni Eareckson Tada is. Many years ago, I had read the book she wrote entitled, “Joni.” That book chronicled the journey that began with a diving accident she had at the age … Continue reading →

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“Unstoppable The Incredible Power of Faith in Action by Nick Vujicic”

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Becky

This is not so much the story of Nick Vujicic’s life, as it is his advice on how to live life.  Although he uses bits of his life story to illustrate some of his recommendations, this is a guide to … Continue reading →

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“When God Makes Lemonade” by Don Jacobson

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Becky

This is a collection of true stories about people who have experienced some very trying situations.  The premise of the book is that despite the difficulty, the person or persons involved in the different stories were able to get something good … Continue reading →

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“The Great House of God” By Max Lucado

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Becky

This is a devotional book about The Lord’s Prayer.  This is the much loved prayer taught by Jesus.  However, the saying of The Lord’s Prayer may start to be said by rote, with not much thinking done about the words … Continue reading →

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“Humble Heart: A Book of Virtues” by Amy Meyer Allen

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Becky

vir·tue /ˈvərCHo͞o/ Noun 1. Behavior showing high moral standards:  “paragons of virtue”. 2.  A quality considered morally good or desirable in a person. Synonyms   merit – chastity – goodness This book is written for children about virtues.  There is a tale … Continue reading →

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“Clouds” by Robin Jones Gunn

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Becky

              Love:  To Be Or Not To Be? After supporting herself and living in a different state for a number of years, Shelly finds herself back in her home town and living with her … Continue reading →

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“Medicines that Kill” By Dr. James L. Marcum

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Becky

A caring physician, Dr. Marcum, wrote this book because of the  concern he has that many people swallow pills without knowing what is in them.  He suggests people need to educate themselves about the ingredients and side effects of all … Continue reading →

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“Heaven Changes Everything” By Todd and Sonja Burpo

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Becky

This book, “Heaven Changes Everything,” is based on an earlier book, “Heaven Is For Real”  written by the husband and wife team, Todd and Sonja Burpo.  That earlier book is the story of the couple’s son, Colton–a toddler at the … Continue reading →

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“The Girl in the Glass” by Susan Meissner

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Becky

This is the story of  three women:  Meg Pomeroy, Sophia Borelli, and Nora Orsini–and the love they all have in common, Florence, Italy. Meg Pomeroy lives in San Diego and works as an editor for a publishing house that specializes … Continue reading →

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“The River” by Michael Neale

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Becky

This is the story of Gabriel, whose life–at the age of five–is dramatically changed by the death of his father.  The little boy’s life is completely altered when he is uprooted from his home by a beautiful river in the … Continue reading →

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