Follow God's Will

Title: Follow God's Will: Biblical Guidelines for Everyday Life

Author: Brittany Ann

Publisher: EstherPress

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living

Source: Own

My Review:

I enjoyed this book and learned a lot. Who hasn't questioned God's will and how to find it?

Flourish

Title: Flourish: Grace-Centered Practices to Protect and Grow a Fruitful Life In Christ

Author: Ava Pennington 

Publisher: Kregel Publications

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living,

Source: Kregel

My Review:

Flourish: Grace-Centered Practices to Protect and Grow a Fruitful Life In Christ is focused on the fruits of the spirit that are listed in Galatians 5:22-23.

The Easy Bible Study Method

Title: The Easy Bible Study Method

Author: Ashley Armijo, Taylor Krause, Ellen Krause

Publisher: Moody Publishers

Genre: Bible Study, Nonfiction, Christian Living

Source: Moody Publishers

My Review:

I was thrilled when I requested to review The Easy Bible Study Method that I was sent a copy of the book.

God is Closer Than You Think

Title: God is Closer Than You Think 

Author: John Ortberg

Publisher: Zondervan

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living, 

Source: own

My Review:

God is Closer Than You Think by John Ortberg is a fascinating book. I don't think I have read very many books with so much humor and references to popular movies. The humor was refreshing.

The Message Women’s Devotional Bible

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The Message Women’s Devotional Bible

Author: Eugene Peterson

Publisher: Nav Press

Genre: Bible, Christian Nonfiction

Source: Front Gate Media

My Review:

I love Bibles, and today, I am talking about The Message Women's Devotional Bible. The Message is one of the paraphrased versions of the Bible, it comes across as more blunt than some other versions.  

In His Image

Title: In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character

Author: Jen Wilkin

Publisher: Crossway

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living

Source: Own

My Review:

In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character is a thought-provoking book that examines ten of God's characteristics. 

Your New Life with Adult Children

Title: Your New Life with Adult Children: A Practical Guide to What Helps, What Hurts, and What Heals

Author: Gary Chapman

Publisher: Northfield Publishers

Genre: Parenting, Christian Nonfiction, Self-Help, Christian Living

Source: Moody Publishers

My Review:

Navigating the new season of raising adult children is hard. So, when I saw Your New Life with Adult Children by Gary Chapman, I knew I had to read it. I will take all the help that I can get.

The Open Bible - NKJV

Title: The Open Bible

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Nonfiction

Source: Front Gate Media

My Review:

I love Bibles! I like collecting them and reading through them, highlighting them, and learning from them. So, I was pretty excited to get a copy of The Open Bible.

Women of the Word

Title: Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds

Author: Jen Wilkin

Publisher: Crossway

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Theology, Christian Living, Bible Study

Source: Own

My Review:

This is my second time reading Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin. While my original review still stands, I will also say that I got SO much more out of it the second time.

Blessed are the Spiraling

Title: Blessed are the Spiraling

Author: Levi Lusko

Publisher: Thomas Nelson    

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living,

Source: Front Gate Media

My Review:

Blessed Are the Spiraling is the first book I have read by Levi Lusko, but it will not be the last. This book is completely relatable, yet it's hard to find the right words to write a review.

Sweet Tea and Thee

Title: Sweet Tea and Thee: 90 Devotions to Perk Up Your Day

Author: Linda Kozar

Publisher: BroadStreet Publishing Group LLC

Genre: Devotional, Christian Nonfiction, 

Source: Book Pod

My Review:

Sweet Tea and Thee is a very Southern devotional book. Linda Kozar has written 90 devotionals that start with a southern expression, or a quote from a poet, book, or Bible verse.

When Skies Aren't Blue

Title: When Skies Aren't Blue: A Physician's Personal Journey

Author: Andy Laurie, MD

Publisher: Andy Laurie, MD

Genre: Nonfiction, 

Source: Front Gate Media

My Review:

When Skies Aren't Blue by Andy Laurie is a short, but impactful read.

Be Real

Title: Be Real: Turning From Hypocrisy to Truth

Series: The "Be" Commentary

Author: Warren Wiersbe

Publisher: David C. Cook

Genre: Nonfiction, Christian Living, Commentary

Source: Own

My Review:

My go-to commentaries are the "Be" series by Warren Wiersbe. I joined a Bible Study in January and they were studying 1, 2, and 3 John, so I bought Be Real to read for extra study. 

Delighting in Jesus

Title: Delighting in Jesus: Rhythms to Restore Joy When You Feel Burdened, Broken, or Burned-Out

Author: Asheritah Ciuciu

Publisher: Moody Publisheres

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-help, 

Source: Moody Publishers

My Review:

Delighting in Jesus is the first book I have read by Asheritah Ciuciu, but it will not be my last. It is one of those books that touches you so profoundly that it is hard to find the right words to write a review, but I am going to do my best.

Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House

Title: Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House He Cares About Your Heart

Author: Dana K. White

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-help, Christian Living

Source: Front Gate Media

My Review:

Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House is the first book I have read by Dana White. After reading her book, I want more people to hear about her, especially if you struggle with keeping a clean house. 

The Deep-Rooted Marriage

Title: The Deep-Rooted Marriage

Author: Dan B. Allender, PhD and Steve Call, PhD

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-help, Christian Living

Source: Publisher Provided

My Review:

I am always looking for books that will improve me, my family, my life, LOL! So when I saw that The Deep-Rooted Marriage was up for review, I requested a copy. I am very happily married but I feel that there is always room for improvement.

Ten Words to Live by

Title: Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands

Author: Jen Wilkin

Publisher: Crossway

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living

Source: Own

My Review:

Ten Words to Live By is a deep dive into the Ten Commandments. 

A Diary of Private Prayer

Title: A Diary of Private Prayer

Author: John Baillie

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Genre: Nonfiction, Devotional Classic, Prayer, 

Source: Library

My Review:

I can see why John Baillie's A Diary of Private Prayer is a devotional classic. I want to say the book is simply a book of prayers, but there is nothing simple about them.

The Intentional Year

Title: The Intentional Year: Simple Rhythms for Finding Freedom, Peace, and Purpose

Author: Holly + Glenn Packiam

Publisher: NavPress

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-Help, Christian Living

Source: Own

My Review:

I was not far into reading The Intentional Year when I realized I needed to own this book. It is one to sit with, ponder, and savor. 

The New Loneliness

 

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Title: The New Loneliness: Nurturing Meaningful Connections When You Feel Isolated
Author: Cindi McMenamin
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Release Date: January 7, 2025
Genre: Christian Personal Growth

My review:

The New Loneliness is an incredible book. I volunteered to review it based on the title alone, and I am glad I did. I have been in a long season of loneliness since we moved states two years ago. I figured I would connect with the book. I did, but not in the ways I expected.