Love Does

Title: Love Does

Author: Bob Goff

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Religion, Spirituality

Source: Owned

My review:

Love Does is the first book I have read by Bob Goff. I look forward to reading more of his works.

What Happened at the Cross-Blog Blitz+Giveaway

Welcome to the Blog Blitz for What Happened at the Cross by Billy Graham, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: What Happened at the Cross

Author: Billy Graham

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Release Date: November 23, 2021

Genre: Christian, Spiritual Growth, Easter

Approaching the Almighty: 100 Prayers of A. W. Tozer

Title: Approaching the Almighty: 100 Prayers of A. W. Tozer

Author: A. W. Tozer, complied by Phil Shappard

Publisher: Moody Publisher

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Prayer

Source: Moody Publisher

My Review:

Approaching the Almighty has a beautiful hardcover. The book is divided into ten sections, with an introduction to each section. This book is the transcribed prayers of Tozer from his original sermon recordings.

Christians in the Age of Outrage

Title: Christians in the Age of Outrage: How to Bring Our Best When the World is at its Worst

Author: Ed Stetzer

Publisher: Tyndale Momentum

Genre: Christian Nonfiction

Source: Library

My review: 

Christians in the Age of Outrage is the second book that I have read by Ed Stetzer. I loved the first one (Spiritual Warfare and Missions), and I loved this one, which tells me I need to read more of his works. I think what "got" me with both books is the relevancy factor. Both books are needed and relevant.

Being Untwisted

Title: Being Untwisted: Deciphering Christianity's Malignant, Evolving, Ulterior Purpose

Author: Mike Marty

Publisher: Michael Marty

Genre: Essays, Christian Nonfiction

Source: Author provided

My Review:

Mike Marty is the owner of the KLUV radio station. He reached out to me and requested I read his book. I like listening to the KLUV radio station so I decided to give it a try. (edited to add: when he wrote this book he was not aware of K-LOVE radio station).

Another Gospel?

Title: Another Gospel? A Lifelong Christian Seeks Truth in Response to Progressive Christianity

Author: Alisa Childers

Publisher: Tyndale

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Religion, Theology

Source: Library

My Review:

Alisa Childers is a wife, mom, blogger, author, and was a member of the band ZOEgirl. I read this book because Sarah Geringer put it on her best Christian books she read in 2021 list. It sounded interesting, so I thought, "why not?"

Unstuffed

 Title: Unstuffed: Decluttering Your Home, Mind & Soul

Author: Ruth Soukup

Publisher: Zondervan

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, self-help, Christian Living

Source: Owned

My Review:

Ruth Soukup is a new author to me. I grabbed this book by the title and cover, not knowing what it was about. I think on some level, we all want to declutter our homes, minds and souls.

Jesus Calling for Christmas

Title: Jesus Calling for Christmas

Author: Sarah Young

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Christian Non-fiction, devotional

Hullabaloo

 Title:Hullabaloo: Discovering God's Glory in Everyday Life

Author: Dr. Timothy Paul Jones

Publisher: Life Journey

Genre: Christian Non-fiction, Christian Living

Source: My bookshelf

My Review:

A couple of months ago, I was at a used bookstore, and I ran across this book for $1. I loved the title and decided to purchase it.

The Divine Commodity

Title: The Divine Commodity: Discovering a Faith Beyond Consumer Christianity

Author: Skye Jethani

Publisher: Zondervan

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living, Theology

My Review:

Skye Jethani is an author I discovered a few months ago. I read his book What if Jesus was Serious About Prayer and knew I wanted to read more of his works. 

The First Songs of Christmas

Title: The First Songs of Christmas: A 31-Day Advent Devotional Meditations on Luke 1 &2

Author: Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth

Publisher: Moody Publishers

Genre: Christmas, Christian Nonfiction, Devotional

Source: Moody Publishers

My review:

I love the cover of The First Songs of Christmas. It is what drew me to this book.  I have never read anything by Nancy Wolgemuth but enjoyed her writing style in this book.

The Fire of God's Presence

Title: The Fire of God's Presence: Drawing Near to a Holy God

Author: A. W. Tozer (compiled by James L. Snyder)

Publisher: Bethany House Publishers

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Christian Living

Source: my bookshelf 😊

My Review:

 This is exactly what Christians today need to experience: to come in front of that burning bush and discover their identity from God's perspective.

Spouse in the House

Title: Spouse in the House: Rearranging Our Attitudes to Make    Room for Each Other

Author:  Cynthia Ruchti & Becky Melby

Publisher: Kregel

Genre: Relationships, Christian Living

Source: Kregel Publications

My Review:

The concept for Spouse in the House started long before a pandemic forced many families to be home together. While the authors are specifically speaking to couples who are entering their retirement years, many of the concepts outlined in this book can be used during any transition where people are new to living together.

Letting God be Enough

 Title: Letting God Be Enough

Author: Erica Wiggenhorn

Publisher: Moody Publishers

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-help

Source: Moody

My Review:

Erica Wiggenhorn is the founder of Every Life Ministries. The purpose of this ministry is designed to help you discover your purpose and embrace God's promises.  Letting God be Enough is the first book I have read by her.

Courageous Kindness

Title: Courageous Kindness: Live the Simple Difference Right Where You Are

Series: Courageous Bible Studies #4

Author: (in)courage, Becky Keife

Publisher: (in)courage Revell

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Bible Study

My Review:

This is my fourth Bible Study by the (in)courage team and it will not be my last. I love the way they design and organize these studies. I appreciate the way they are designed for personal growth.

The Simple Difference

Title: The Simple Difference: How Every Small Kindness Makes a Big Impact

Author: Becky Keife

Publisher: Revell

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Kindness

Source: ARC

My Review:

 I loved The Simple Difference. I think what we all need right now is more kindness, making Becky Keife's book very timely. God gave the idea of this book to Becky long before a pandemic hit and the timing of the release could not be more relevant.

Your Marriage God's Way

 Title: Your Marriage God’s Way: A Biblical Guide to a Christ-Centered Relationship

Author: Scott LaPierre

Publisher: Harvest House Publishers

Genre: Self-Help, Marriage, Nonfiction

My review:

Your Marriage God’s Way: A Biblical Guide to a Christ-Centered Relationship is written by Scott LaPierre. Scott is a pastor, author, and speaker. He received an MA in Biblical Studies from Liberty University. Scott and his wife, Katie, have nine children.

Jesus Followers

Title: Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation

Author: Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright

Publisher: Multnomah Books 

Expected Publication: October 5, 2021

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Parenting and Family

Source: Net Galley

Anything

 Title: Anything: The Prayer That Unlocked My God and My Soul

Author: Jennie Allen

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-help, Prayer

Source: Own

My Review:

Anything: The Prayer That Unlocked My God and My Soul is a book about surrendering to God. Not just the things that are comfortable and easy, but even the hard things that will challenge you to your very core.

Can't Wait Wednesday - Spouse in the House

Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Typically they are books that have not been released yet. It's based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine.