Jesus Always ~ Sarah Young (small deluxe version)

Love the version of this book!!!  The cover is a soft imitation leather, small enough to fit in your purse, pocket or desk, any place to be able to read at all times needed.  This is easy to read, daily devotions, silk ribbon bookmark, provides daily bible verse after each devotion - everything is provided right at your fingertips.   Covers 365 daily devotions that can be read in 5-10 minutes daily.

I would recommend this if you are fan of Sarah Young, she will not let you down.  I would also recommend this to anyone of all ages.  This devotion is easy to understand and is very uplifting and inspirational for daily living with GOD.  If you want a small gift book or  want to be able to carry this with you, this is the size just for you.

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The Missionary Call ~ M. David Sills

This is a great book for anyone that is thinking about or wants to research the mission field and if you feel God is calling you.  This book covers everything and is not a fast read, you need to take your time and really meditate on the context in this book.  It covers the good and bad of going into the mission field.  It gets deep into all the issues you can face of going to another country and how it is not an easy task to take on if God has not called you. This is great research book for anyone thinking about mission work, either out of the country or in your own back yard.... This book does not sugar coat anything, it is real and makes you think.  So much information in one book.

I was very impressed with this book and anyone that is thinking or going into mission work, read this book.  Beware, this book is not one you can just pick up and read cover to cover.  It will take time and thoughts to get through this book and then you will still need to re-read.   I would definitely recommend this to all churches and any age groups.  Sills put alot of research and thoughts into this book, I felt he didn't leave a stone unturned in the what he wrote.  This book was way more than I was expecting and very enjoyable.

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It's Okay, Not to Be Okay ~ Shelia Walsh

I am a big fan of Sheila Walsh and have been for years.  I have read most of her books and was so happy when this one came out to add to my collection.  Usually Shelia tells her life story in her books and mixes it with bible teaching.  This one is different than her normal writing and it is a great book.
Shelia teaches us that it is okay to be normal and not the normal, by knowing that God loves us and we only need to be ourselves for him.  Each chapter she teaches us about how to let go and not feel like we have to be living for everyone else.  She takes on the learning journey step by step in each chapter: you will start out by a verse, Shelia's story, what the bible tells us, steps/notes, and at the end questions for you to review and renew your new goal of loving God and yourself.

I would recommend this to anyone and any age, this book is exactly what society needs in today's world.  I read this from cover to cover because I couldn't put it down, now I am going back and reading each chapter, answering questions and taking time to really learn.  This is a great ladies bible study, teen group study, a book to read with friends or just do on your own.  I loved this book and will recommend everyone to read and give as a gift.  (great for the Holiday season coming up)

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You've got this! (because God's got you) ~ KariAnne Wood

This is a small, hardcover, hand held book with 52 Devotions to encourage and uplift your day.  Each devotional is read in less than 5 minutes.  The subjects of each devotional covers everyday situations that seems so real, that it makes you feel good just knowing someone else goes through the same things.  The pages are colorful and sturdy with a title and a bible verse at every beginning page.  KariAnne then gives us a page or more of a quick daily situation and ends with a quick prayer. 

I loved this little devotional because it had daily situations that seem to really happen and you can relate to them.  I would recommend to women over 20 but could be reach teenagers also, it really depends on where they are in life.  It is a great encouraging, quick read to make you smile and think that your day really isn't bad because God has got you!!   Love this book, it is a great gift and fits perfectly in a purse, desk draw, car console or any place you can reach it when needed..... Buy this book to get smiles.

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Jesus Revolution ~ Greg Laurie & Ellen Vaughn

Greg Laurie takes us back into time during the 60's and the history of the generation and how the church changed minds towards faith.   If you lived in the 60's this will take you back into time and memory lane.  If you are too young to know what was going on back then, it will be a history lesson that you might find interesting for that time period.  Greg and Ellen tell of their own stories of the Jesus movement with humor and faith.  This is the great story of revival in the great time of need for our nation.

I would recommend this to anyone that wants to get people back into the church, this book will give you ideas of how to repeat that history.  If you are a fan of Greg, this is a must read for you.  If you are a history buff, then you must read this book.  I am usually do not read history books, but found this one interesting.

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Once We were Strangers ~ Shawn Smucker

When Shawn Smucker wants to write a book about the journey that a Syrian refugee family has had to go through, he is matched with Mohamad and his family.  Shawn is not sure that he really should be writing the book but goes through interviewing Mohamad.  Mohamad is very positive and honest about having to flee his homeland, knowing he will never be able to go back to his home.  We learn about what it is like for a refugee to leave everything behind and start all over with the only thing you own is in a backpack.  Shawn is a not into having friends, his life consists of work and spending time at home with his family.  As the two come together, a friendship develops that will change both their lives.

I would recommend this book to everyone to read and learn about what it is like to leave your country and know you can never go back.  You will also learn how we all have the same concerns in life for family, faith, jobs and understanding busy life isn't always the way of life.  This book shows a different side of life that tells you to slow down and enjoy friends.   I couldn't stop reading this book and finished in one afternoon.  This is a great read!!

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The Chicken Runs at Midnight ~ Tom Friend

This is true the story of Rich Donnelly and how God uses his daughter Amy to get Rich's attention.  We learn about Rich's childhood trials, cheating on his wife, and how his daughter Amy stops talking to him.  Rich is the coach of a major league baseball team and just wants to win a World Series.  When Amy is found to have a brain tumor, God steps in and brings her dad and her together for a story of love, forgiveness, faith and the meaning of family. 

I would recommend this book if you enjoy baseball, because this is a true story for baseball fans that will enjoy the reading of behind the scenes of the game.  It is also a book that will leave you laughing, crying and feeling the love of God.  It is a great message of faith and forgiveness.  It is amazing for the way a young teenage girl can use her illness to bring love and GOD to everyone. 

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Jesus Calling for Christmas ~ Sarah Young

This is a beautiful and colorful devotional book.  In the Sarah Young style of all her other Jesus Calling devotions, she steps up on this one and gives us a wonderful book.  This is a devotional for the Christmas Season, but can be read all year through.  You get the bible verses for the season, devotional and a very delightful color photo.  Each day you can read within 5-10 minutes and it will change your outlook for the whole day.

I loved this little hardcover book as much as her others, and the color photos are magnificent.  I like how this one is centered around Christmas, the season and the real meaning.  This is a great holiday gift for anyone and any ages. You can pick this up and read each day, read as much as you want or just skip around.... very wonderful book that you will want and be proud to give as a gift any time of the year.


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