Billy Graham In Quotes

Author: Franklin Graham
Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (April 19, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0849946492

My thoughts:

Billy Graham In Quotes by Franklin Graham and Donna Lee Toney is a large compilation of quotes by one of America's greatest and most loved evangelist. Rev. Billy Graham is known worldwide for his great biblical wisdom and eloquent speaking abilities. Personally, I have watched his evangelical crusades for more than fifty years and have always been very moved and inspired by them. When I had a chance to review this book I immediately agreed and have thoroughly enjoyed perusing it. Any reader will find hundreds of scriptures, sermon and personal life-view quotes by this unmatched spiritual mind in the book Billy Graham In Quotes. I believe Franklin Graham (Rev. Graham's son) has done a big favor to the church community in general by putting together this reference material, which represents a devoted Christian life that was well lived. The reader will find a treasure trove of statements on topics like: age; anger; commitment; convictions; money; human nature; lust; grief; I could go on and on. The book includes almost 400 pages of quotes. I will keep my copy in my personal library and recommend Billy Graham In Quotes to my friends. This could be a helpful resource to Sunday School teachers, ministers, and layman alike. Thank you to Thomas Nelson Publishers for my review copy.

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Millie's Fling

Author: Jill Mansell
Paperback: 512 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark;
Reprint edition (September 1, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9781402218347

Book Description:

He's the best thing that ever happened to her. He's also the worst. He's Millie's Fling.

From one of the premiere contemporary authors in the UK, here is a fun and romantic tale that proves the road to matchmaking hilarity is paved with good intentions.

Bestselling novelist Orla Hart owes her life to her friend Millie Brady, whose rotten boyfriend has just left her. So Orla invites Millie to Cornwall, where Millie looks forward to a summer without any dating whatsoever. But Orla envisions Millie as the heroine of her next novel and decides to find Millie the man of her dreams. Except the two women have drastically different ideas about what kind of guy that should be.

With Orla and Millie working at cross-purposes, and a dashing but bewildered hero stuck in the middle, the summer will turn out to be unforgettable for all concerned...

My thoughts:

I loved this book! I ran the gammat of emotions while reading it. It is imaginative, laugh-out-loud funny, sad at times, romantic, sexy, filled with great characters. Millie's Fling is very well written; absorbing. I couldn't put it down! Thanks to SourceBooks Landmark for my review copy.

Grandmas Are Special People / Review

Author: Susan Winget
Hardcover: 48 pages
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers (July 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0736938478

Book Description:

Nobody compares to a grandma. Now her children, spouse, or grandkids can give her an unforgettable thank-you to be enjoyed time after time. Artist Susan Winget’s soft florals, sweet bluebirds, cheery porcelain teacups, and ruby apples join engaging reflections about the unique heritage a grandma creates for her family. Each section reminds a woman that she is, among many things, a model of wisdom, faith, beauty, and love.

Special occasions and ordinary days present the golden opportunity to honor a grandma for the joy, prayers, and generous acts of devotion she graciously gives to her family.

My thoughts:

I read this book in one evening and thought it to be a beautiful tribute to grandmothers. The illustrations are gorgeous, and the quotes and meditations are truly inspirational. I absolutely love it. I highly recommend it as a gift or as a "grandma gift" to self. (Thanks goes to Harvest House Publishers for my review copy!) 5 stars*****

Grandpas Are Special People / Review

Author: Susan Winget
Hardcover: 48 pages
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers (July 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0736938486

Book Description:

For the many ways that grandpas show love and care for their families, this book is a tribute to each unique man for his example of goodness, encouragement, wisdom, and much more. Among reflections about how a grandpa shapes a meaningful legacy, artist Susan Winget’s attractive, rustic images of enduring pine trees, watchful birds, and grazing deer bring to mind the peace and strength of nature—and of these men of honor.

Daughters, sons, grandkids, and grandmothers will enjoy giving this handsome tribute to the man they call “Grandpa.” An ideal gift for a special occasion or the surprise thank you for any occasion to tell a remarkable man that he is admired, adored, and one of a kind.

My thoughts:

My husband, who is the grandfather of nine, read this book in one evening and loved it! He thought it was very inspirational and is a welcomed addition to his personal library. The illustrations are beautiful, too. Wonderful gift quality. (Thank you to Harvest House Publishers for our review copy!)

The Evolution of Charlie Darwin / Review

Author: Beth Duman
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace
(May 26, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1461153891

Book Description:

Do you want to learn to train your dog using the gentlest dog-friendly methods but you get overwhelmed reading long, complicated training books? If so, this is the book for you! Trainer and educator, Beth Duman, Takes you step-by-step through living with and training your new dog by chronicling her first year's experience living with a fuinny little rescued dog. She named him Charlie Darwin in hope that he's evolve into a dog she could enjoy as a personal friend and an ambassador for the use of positive training methods. Black & White Edition

About the author:

Beth Duman is a biologist and environmental educator who has been doing wolf education in Michigan since 1972 and has been the Michigan Representative for Wolf Park since 1974. She is one of the core trainers for Dog Scouts of America, is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and an affiliate of Victoria Stilwell. Her business, Earth Voices, LLC is committed to teaching compassion, fostering a world that works for everyone, with no one, human and nonhuman, left out. She lives in Michigan with her husband Bob and four very smart dogs.

My thoughts:

Whether you have a new puppy or an older dog that needs a little training, this book is an excellent resource. The directions are simple to follow with black and white photos as added instructions. Chapters include: Puppy Training Worksheet; Socialization vs. Sensitization; Your Dog's Name; "Come!"; The Basics of Positive Training; and much more. Thank you to the author for my review copy.

On The Path With God / Review

Author: Erwin W. Lutzer
Hardcover: 48 pages
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
(July 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0736939369

Book Description:

Inspiring meditations from the heart of popular pastor and author Dr. Erwin Lutzer join breathtaking photographs of winding country paths, inviting doorways, and meandering European cobblestone streets and invite readers to take time to walk with God.

Brief, engaging devotional offerings and “Help for the journey” questions for reflection offer refreshment for those longing to be in God’s presence and—

• create meaningful fellowship
• progress toward purpose
• build trust and honor
• patiently nurture belief
• turn toward eternity

The joy-filled promises of faith await those who treasure an enriched relationship with the Creator.

My thoughts:

This book is just gorgeous. It is filled with quality nature photos, scriptures, quotes, and meditations. It would make an ideal gift for anyone who needs to be lifted up. 5 stars***** (Thanks to Harvest House Publishers for my review copy!)

Prayers for My Baby Girl / Review

Author: Angela Thomas

Hardcover: 48 pages

Publisher: Harvest House Publishers

(July 1, 2011)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0736939377

Book Description:

 Bestselling author Angela Thomas is a sought-after speaker, gifted story-teller, and adoring mom. Her prayers, presented as letters to God, beautifully reflect a mom’s gratitude for the everyday moments with a newborn daughter. These universal expressions of love and the desire to be a good mom are bundled with Julie Johnson’s heartwarming photos of sweet babies that are sure to spark smiles for everyone who has loved a little girl.

From the very first page, readers are reminded of the many joys and privileges of raising a child and will be led to times of prayer and thanksgiving. This tender tribute to the wonder of new life and the divine gift of motherhood will be a keepsake for all moms, grandmas, and anyone who delights in little ones.

My thoughts:

This is a beautiful book for new mothers. The photos are darling and the prayers are powerful. It would make a wonderful shower gift.
(Thank you to Harvest House Publishers for my review copy)

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Prayers For My Baby Boy / Review

Author: Angela Thomas
Hardcover: 48 pages
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
(July 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0736945660

Book Description:

Bestselling author Angela Thomas is an adoring mom whose prayers, presented as letters to God, celebrate a mom’s delight in everyday moments with a newborn boy. Each expression of hope, gratitude, and purpose is beautifully bundled with Julie Johnson’s heartwarming photos of sweet babies that are sure to spark smiles for everyone who has loved a little boy.

From the very first page, readers are reminded of the many joys and privileges of raising a child and will be led to times of prayer and thanksgiving. This tender tribute to the wonder of new life and the divine gift of motherhood will be a keepsake for all moms, grandmas, and anyone who treasures little ones.

My thoughts:

As a grandmother of a 10 month old little boy, I found this book just delightful and will give it to my daughter (his mother) to read. It is filled with wonderful prayers, artful photos of baby boys, and is keepsake quality. It would also make a very nice baby shower gift.

(Thank you to Harvest House Publishers for my review copy.)

When Someone You Love No Longer Remembers

Author: Cecil Murphey
Hardcover: 64 pages
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
(July 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0736938710

Book Description:

Bestselling author Cecil Murphey, creator of When Someone You Love Has Cancer, shares another inspired offering. With a caring spirit, he provides comfort, advice, and prayers for those who journey alongside a loved one whose memory is fading.
Tranquil paintings of popular artist Michal Sparks provide a sanctuary for caregivers, friends, and family members as they draw strength from firsthand stories of those who have walked a similar path. Murphey offers simple, invaluable guidance on how to:

• take care of themselves and seek assistance
• shape new ways to communicate with their loved one
• help others connect with the person
• introduce activities and exercise to enhance health and mobility

For those walking a sometimes lonely journey, this gift offers a gentle voice of support and  is a hopeful reminder of the moments of peace that they and their loved one can still experience together.

My thoughts:
We all hope we will never need such a book, but throughout the course of our life we will either find it necessary to be a caregiver or we will know someone who is. When Someone You Love No Longer Remembers is a beautifully insightful book that addresses the frustrations and pain that come with watching a loved one lose their world. The artwork is gorgeous and the book is filled with stories and prayers of inspiration for any caregiver who needs strength and comfort. This would make a thoughtful gift.

(Thank you to Harvest House Publishers for my review copy.)

The Waiting Place / Review

Author: Eileen Button

Paperback: 240 pages

Publisher: Thomas Nelson (June 7, 2011)

Language: English
ISBN-10: 0849946255

Book Description:

A collection of essays describing the beauty and humor that can be found in what often feels like a most useless state-The Waiting Place.
We all spend precious time just waiting. We wait in traffic, grocery store lines, and carpool circles. We wait to grow up, for true love, and for our children to be born. We even wait to die. But amazing things can happen if we open our eyes in The Waiting Place and peer into its dusty corners. Sometimes relationships are built, faith is discovered, dreams are (slowly) realized, and our hearts are expanded.
With humor and heart-breaking candor, Eileen Button breathes life into stagnant and, at times, difficult spaces. Throughout this collection of essays she contends that The Waiting Place can be a most miraculous place-a place where beauty can be experienced, the sacred can be realized, and God can be found working in the midst of it all.
Includes stories on waiting for:

• the day to end
• a place called home
• the fish to bite
• a baby's healing
• church to be over
• a husband's return
• children to grow
• a mother's acceptance
• a loved one to die

As Eileen says, "To wait is human. To find life in The Waiting Place, divine."

My thoughts:

The Waiting Place is a book for everyone-- we can all identify with it. The problem starts in childhood-we can't wait to be a teenager; can`t wait to date. Afterward, we can wait to get out of school or can't wait to get married. We can't wait to get a good job; can't wait until we have children; wait for our children to grow up and find a nice life of their own; wait from paycheck to paycheck; wait to retire; so on and so forth. At last, we find ourselves in the winter of life and are riddled with the feeling that we have wished and waiting our life away; waiting for the future! We have always been waiting on something, but have not taken the time to appreciate the moments of our life or appreciated those we love. The Waiting Place is a collection of insightful essays that deal with this issue. We can find the joy of the divine in our waiting. We can learn to celebrate each and every day; celebrate today. The author has written a very enjoyable book, which also gives us some big reality checks. Disclaimer: I have received a review copy of this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers.

Becoming a Man of Unwavering Faith by John Osteen / Joel Osteen

Author: John Osteen
Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: FaithWords
(May 24, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0892968893

Book Description: 
During the course of his 60-year ministry, John Osteen combined an extraordinary love for people with a vision for ministry best described in his own words: "No limits." In this hardcover volume not only includes content from John's sermon transcripts, but also a foreword and commentary written by his son, Joel; the principles of this "no limits" faith come alive again for a new generation.
For the moments of struggle and temptation that every man faces, and the times in life when he feels surrounded and under attack, John's message is profoundly simple-those moments are precisely the time for an unwavering faith. In this book, John schools today's believers in seven qualities of unwavering faith:
1. It hears and sees what the world cannot see or hear.
2. It prays earnestly even though it has already heard the answer.
3. It is strong when there is no evidence of the answer.
4. It always says, "Go Again!"
5. It goes on when there's just a little evidence.
6. It believes for the big when it sees the little.
7. It begins with nothing but ends up doing mighty things for God.
Osteen also provides principles for those times when faith doesn't seem to be working. BECOMING A MAN OF UNWAVERING FAITH is a guidebook to stronger faith, from a man who spent a lifetime testing its limits.

About the author:
The late John Osteen served as a pastor, evangelist, author, and teacher for 60 years. He founded the Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas in 1959, and hosted the weekly "John Osteen" television program for 16 years, reaching millions in the U.S. and extending to 100 countries. He also traveled extensively throughout the world, taking the message of God's love, healing, and power to people of all nations.

My thoughts:

John Osteen was a man of faith which the reader will see in this book. Becoming A Man of Unwavering Faith is a compilation of serman transcripts and previous writings with a foreword by his son, Joel Osteen. The late John Osteen talks to every man about the temptations and struggles each is sure to face in life. This would make a nice Father's Day gift. It is compact and can be carried easily for daily devotion or to a men's study group. (For the sake of disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from Hachette Book Group.)