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New Direction

In the past, this blog has been primarily for book reviews, but with the ever increasing chaos and lawlessness in our world today, I will be focusing on current events, and how they relate to end times Bible prophecy. It is vital that we watch for the return of our Lord for His bride, and to share the gospel (I Cor. 15:1-4) with those who are yet unsaved. God bless each of you, and I pray you have a truly blessed day!

Courting Mr. Emerson by Melody Carlson

Courting Mr. Emerson by Melody Carlson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an absolutely delightful read! Definitely not what I was expecting. While the book references "Mr. Bean", my mind continually leapt to Sheldon Cooper as I read this book. Mr. Emerson...very prim and proper, buttoned-down, old school type of personality, finds himself thrown for a loop by Willow "Wild" West. She is most definitely a "camel's nose" in his tent, and his life will never be the same after meeting her. And poor Willow...everything she does tends to backfire where George Emerson is concerned. While she means well, she never quite knows what to expect as a reaction from George.
If you're looking for a quirky, fun read, this book is right up your alley. It will have you crying tears of joy, and tears of compassion. Very much a page turner, you'll not want to put this one down.
Well done, Melody Carlson, you've got a winner!!

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When Life Doesn't Match Your Dreams - Jill Eileen Smith

When Life Doesn't Match Your Dreams: Hope for Today from 12 Women of the Bible by Jill Eileen Smith
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Some stories in the Old Testament, we tend to skim over. Others we read with interest, but never take the time to really think about the characters spoken of, especially the women. We never take a moment to pause and think of what their day to day lives were like, what their hopes and dreams were, what they feared, or what they loved. Jill Eileen Smith does all of this and more in her newest book "When Life Doesn't Match Your Dreams". Jill has a unique talent for making even the obscure characters come to life. She takes you into their very hearts and brings them to life and light. In this latest book, she not only brings them to life, but she molds your thoughts around how their lives parallel and reflect our own. She pulls the deep truths from their stories and shows you how to apply them to your own life in very practical ways. Each book I've read by Jill Eileen Smith has registered among my all-time favorites, and this one does no less. In fact, I believe she's out done herself this time, and this book may quite possibly become my "forever" favorite. I highly suggest reading this if you're even the least bit curious about how some of our Old Testament favorites lived, and what they believed. Men and women alike will benefit from this book!

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Inspire Catholic Bible NLT: The Bible for Coloring & Creative Journaling - Tyndale House Publishers

Inspire Catholic Bible NLT: The Bible for Coloring & Creative Journaling by Tyndale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

An incredibly beautiful Bible! The first thing to catch my attention was the beautiful artwork which makes up the gilding on the page edges. The colors are beautiful and vibrant, and something you want to continue looking at, over and over. A sewn binding makes it especially durable, and should last through many years of daily use. The rose-gold binding and matching ribbon, along with matching elastic closure make it a keepsake of beauty that will be treasured through the years. Adding to it's beauty is the fact that it is published in the NLT (New Living Translation), which makes it easy to read and understand, and will draw one read and study God's Word on a daily basis. This Bible is truly a joy to look at, hold, and read. Well done, Tyndale House. This will quickly become a favorite journaling Bible. The illustrations are beautiful drawn, and will be a joy to color while meditating on the Word.
While Tyndale House provided me with a copy of this Bible to review, they have in no way attempted to influence my review. My review and praise of this beautiful Bible is freely and willingly given. Great job, Tyndale House!!

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Inspire Bible for Girls NLT - Tyndale House Publishers

Inspire Bible for Girls NLT by Tyndale
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

While this Bible is marked for pre-teen, teen and tween girls, I can't help but think many adult women would love this Bible as well. The color combination of pink and turquoise make it appealing to our feminine side without being overly "girly". The illustrations inside are beautiful, artistic and thoughtfully chosen for their relevance to a particular verse, and would be a joy to color while meditating on the Word. With a sewn binding, this Bible is sure to last a good long while, and should withstand the handling and jostling that could be afforded by a busy teen. The NLT translation is perfect for the demographics to which this Bible is geared, as it is easy to read, understand and remember. Tyndale House has a winner with this Bible. While Tyndale House gave me this copy to review, they have in no way sought to influence my review. My review is freely given, and reflects my true feelings about this wonderful product!

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Hidden Among the Stars - Melanie Dobson

Hidden Among the Stars by Melanie Dobson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

While I'm normally not a fan of dual story lines, Melanie Dobson has woven the two together beautifully and seamlessly. Her portrayal of Austria and her struggles to survive under a Nazi regime is both beautiful and terrifying. I am normally not a fan of any sort of war retelling, this book was riveting. We must all strive to keep the horrors of war ever at the forefront of our minds, lest we repeat the same mistakes. While interweaving Callie's modern day story, it was done with simplicity and beauty so as to not take away the focus on the Austrian past. And who doesn't enjoy a tiny smattering of romance. Again, this is not my normal cup of tea as far as reading goes, but it was enjoyable and told with skill and compassion. Thank you Tyndale House for allowing me to review this book, and for supplying my copy free of charge. While having been asked to review this book, I can assure you that my review is with complete honesty.

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