Book Review - An Amish Christmas

About the Book
Enjoy this Amish Christmas bestseller with an additional new novella from romance author Kelly Long.

"Christmas Cradles" by Kelly Long -- When Anna Stolis takes over for her aunt, the local Amish midwife in Paradise, Christmas night heats up with multiple deliveries, three strangers' quilts, and the help from resourceful and strong Asa Lapp, whose job it is to get Anna through a dangerous blizzard to complete her midwifery rounds.

“A Miracle for Miriam” by Kathleen Fuller: This Christmas, Miriam must decide whether to guard herself or accept the love of a man who once broke her heart.

“A Choice to Forgive” by Beth Wiseman: Lydia, a widow who has given up on love, is shocked when Daniel-- a past love-- returns to the Order, and her life.

“One Child” by Barbara Cameron: This snowy Lancaster Christmas Eve will see two couples’ lives changed by the birth of one child.

Contributer Barbara Cameron is the author of fifteen novels and three nationally televised movies (HBO), as well as a recipient of the first Romance Writers of America Golden Heart.

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My Take on the Book
What I found interesting about these stories was that they were loosely connected, but they they could easily be read by themselves. Each of the stories give you a glimpse into the Amish culture and values as well as they provide the reader stories that are timeless Christmas classics. Many remind me of stories you would find in Hallmark Movies. I am not saying this in a negative fashion, but they read much like the way that Hallmark Movies do, and in the end there is redemption in most cases.

Each of the stores show strong female characters that are on very different journeys. Each has struggles, but each also finds resolution in the end. 

All three of the books are inspirational Christmas stories and quick reads. You will truly find these books to be ones that you will want to share with others in the future!


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Book Review - The Grace of God

About the Book
Learn how God's grace can and will transform you.

None of us deserve what God offers, a life free from sin and hope for a glorious future, but unbelievably it's ours for the taking. Why? Because of God's grace. The unmerited favor, the lavish love and kindness he pours out on us, and has, since Creation.

But if it's so available then why do we live a grace-less life? Why are our churches filled with disillusioned Christians, weary of religion's demands, struggling with personal defeat because of issues or behaviors?

Join pastor Andy Stanley as he traces grace through the Old and New Testament, observing God's grace at work in the lives of some of the best, and worst, characters. He also uses personal stories from his own life to reveal how grace is not a natural response but is the most essential one. Together these stories unravel the mystery of grace and tell of its transforming power to set us free.


My Take on the BookGrace is a topic that has been covered quite a bit in the past and if you have read many of these books, this book scratches the surface on the literature. In saying this though the author explains this and reveals as much from the beginning of the book.
What makes this book different though is that the author does a great job at engaging his readers and making them think about the topic and about things that you normally would not in regards to the topic at hand. One example of this occurred in the middle of the book where the author is talking about Jonah and he states that "the purpose of God's discipline was not to pay him back but to bring him back". It was through comments such as these and more that makes the book stand out to me!

One simple thing that the author did, that I liked was that in each chapter, when he was particularly trying to hit home a point, he bolded the text. As I mentioned, a simple concept, but one that really helped me as a reader to identify the most important concepts.

While grace is still something that I struggle with, this book did open my eyes to the grace that God gives, and the challenge is for us to receive it and accept it. I do believe that you will find this book to be filled with a great array of ideas in living a more grace filled life!

If this book sounds like something you would like in your own library you can find it on Amazon!

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Book Review - 100 Prayers God Loves to Hear, 100 Praise Songs

About the Book
In 100 Prayers, 100 Praise Songs, best-selling author Stephen Elkins brings an exciting and educational way for children to learn about prayer by teaching them 100 prayers to pray to God and providing 100 songs to sing Him praises.
God loves to hear from His children and this book will help kids feel comfortable talking to God and singing praise to Him. Prayers include classic prayers such as “Now I Lay Me;” Biblical prayers such as “The Lord’s Prayer;” topical prayers such as how to pray when I am afraid or what to pray when I am thankful; and prayers from famous believers. Familiar Bible verses tell of God’s promises and encourage little ones to talk to Him every day. This is a great resource to help kids memorize 100 Bible verses. Includes two CDs with 100 new praise songs written and recorded by Grammy-nominated producer, Stephen Elkins.


My Take on the Book
I was quite impressed with this book. Included with the book are 2 CD's that add much to the book. What I liked most about the book was that a child could be introduced to both prayer and song. My daughters loved to hear the music and as a parent I really liked that the music coincided with the prayer. My daughters asked me to play the CD over and over and I was moe than happy to oblige. The book also has some great pictures within it as well, wich draws the child's eye and encourages them to read more. A Great book!

If this book sounds like one you would like for your own home you can find it on Amazon!
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