Your Greater Journey

Greater:  Dream Bigger, Start Smaller, Ignite God’s Vision for Your Life.

By:  Steven Furtick

Publisher:  Multnomah Books

ISBN #:  160142325X

Pages:  224

This book is about how God wants us to pursue the Greater life and God-given dreams He has called us to.  Through the story of the Old Testament prophet Elisha, Pastor Furtick explores how Elisha’s faith in God enabled him to not only fulfill the work that God wanted him to do but also created the man God wanted Elisha to be.  Through the story of Elisha it is illustrated how God can do so much with us despite that we may not believe so.  Pastor Furtick also speaks of the moments on the journey where we can lose our momentum and passion and how God is concerned with every detail of our lives and wants to give our momentum back to us.  I thought this served as such a poignant reminder that He is always with us on the Greater journey He has for us.

This book is an encouraging and recommended read.  Pastor Furtick brings a message that is well-written and relevant.  Elisha’s story really illustrates how God can work in our lives to make us greater for His kingdom and reveals who we are in Him.  Another bonus is the discussion questions in the back, which allow for reflection and discussion with others.

If you have read this book or just want to leave a comment feel free to leave one below.  I would love to hear what you think of this book!  Many blessings to all on your Greater journeys!

Happy Reading!  J

Unglued Moments

Unglued:  Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw Emotions

By:  Lysa TerKeurst

Publisher:  Zondervan Publishing

ISBN #:  0310332796

Pages:  192

I picked up this book as a part of a group Bible Study I was a part of.  This is the second book I have read from this author and I will say that Mrs. TerKeurst does not disappoint.  The subject of this book surrounds the issue of our emotions and how these emotions can control us.  I know every woman can relate to this subject.  Who hasn’t had an unglued moment where your raw emotions are set upon the world around you?

Lysa TerKeurst writes with such honesty about the unglued moments of our lives and how we can turn those moments around.  She writes about making ‘imperfect progress’ in how we deal with our raw emotions and gives hope that our reactions can improve.  To help us on the journey to ‘imperfect progress’, Lysa outlines five steps that will aid in improving our unglued emotions and reactions.  Also, there is a section that explores the type of reactor you are: an ‘Exploder or a Stuffer’.

This book is an excellent and insightful read.  Let me know if you have read this book; I would love to know what your thoughts are.

Happy Reading!  J

The Journey to Love

Sixty Acres and A Bride

By:  Regina Jennings

Publisher:  Bethany House Publishers

ISBN #: 0764209906

Pages:  368

From the start, you will see this story is akin to the story of Ruth in the Bible. 

The story surrounds a young, recently widowed woman named Rosa.  She lives with her mother-in-law Louise who also lost her husband in the same tragedy that took Rosa’s husband.  Both women make a move back to Louise’s hometown where hardship awaits both of them as well as a wonderful group of family members.

Within the family, the reader will be introduced to Weston, the modern day Boaz.  He is the protector of the family and is also nursing tragedy and loss of his own.  Weston is drawn to Rosa from their first meeting but he is reticent to give in.  However, God has a very different plan for them both.

I enjoyed this book immensely from start to finish!  The characters were very well written that it seemed that they came off the page.  You will take a journey through their moments of struggle, loss, and joys.  This is the debut novel for Regina Jennings and I can definitely say that I am looking forward to reading further books from this author in the future!

Feel free to comment below if you have read this book; I would love to know your thoughts.

Happy Reading!  J

Note:  I have received a free copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers in exchange for a review.

Happy 2013!!

Happy New Year, Readers! 

After quite a bit of an absence I’m back and will be posting some reviews really soon!

This year I will be making some changes to the blog and some surprises will be on the way!  Please follow or subscribe to get up to the minute book reviews. 

Wishing all of you many blessings in 2013!

Happy Reading!  J

Life: The Almost Amish Way

Almost Amish:  One Woman's Quest For A Slower, Simpler, More Sustainable Life

Author:  Nancy Sleeth
Publisher:  Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN #:  9781414326993
Pages:  288

Ever wanted to take a closer look at the way in which the Amish live?  Nancy Sleeth will give you a look inside the traditions and ways in which the Amish live their lives for God.  She also gives tips on how these Amish ways of living can be incorporated into our own lives creating a much simpler living for us.

This book was very informative and insightful.  Some subjects covered are home life, nature, finances, technology, and service.  Mrs. Sleeth gives background on the Amish way of living and how it has been incorporated into the life of herself and her family.  It was helpful to read how the author integrated the principles of the Amish into her life.  While reading this book I became very aware of some of my own daily habits and decided to make changes of my own.  There is also a surprise at the end of the book:  Amish recipes for you to try!  While I have not tried any yet, I am looking forward to doing so.   

If you have ever wanted to live a simpler way of life or learn more about Amish ways, you should pick up this book.  It was a good read, filled with practical tips on how to achieve a simpler life centered on the Lord.

Feel free to comment below if you have read this book; I would love to know your thoughts.

Happy Reading!  J

Note:  I have received a free copy of this book from Tyndale House Publishers in exchange for a review.