Such a great story book! This is a great love story between a Christian girl and an indian boy, who grows up to be an Indian warrior and killer. It is also the story of a disabled girl and how her handicap limits her but also helps her. And lastly, it is a story about a girl trying to escape the hands of an obsessed madman. The stories are captivating and you never want to put the book down.
The only thing I have to warn Christians about is that although the main characters are Christian, these are essentially not much Christian. These books are nearly identical to non-Christian books, except one of the characters believes. Otherwise, Christianity isn't central to the story. The stories portray the Indian's Great Spirit god as being the same god as the Christian God. They issue of religion never comes up and both religions are treated equal. Prayer to both believers are answered.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Recommended: The Sacred Path of Tears by M.B. Tosi
The Sacred Path of Tears by M.B. Tosi is a beautiful story about a young Indian woman who has to choose between two men. The Indian boy of her youth and the white man who takes her in and protects her from white people who are killing Indians. It is a story about racism and the wars between Indians and whites. It's a story about forgiveness and revenge. This book made me cry. I loved this book and can't wait to read another by this same author.
Like many fictions, the Christian element isn't really strong. Mostly, it focuses on forgiveness and loving others despite the bad they do. This book does use "OMG" and "Damn" about 4 times. It also had 1 case of rape and men harrassing women. The rape scene is not graphic but implied. Very good book. The story flows and keeps your interest! I read it all day and night long and now it's 2:30AM!
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Like many fictions, the Christian element isn't really strong. Mostly, it focuses on forgiveness and loving others despite the bad they do. This book does use "OMG" and "Damn" about 4 times. It also had 1 case of rape and men harrassing women. The rape scene is not graphic but implied. Very good book. The story flows and keeps your interest! I read it all day and night long and now it's 2:30AM!
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Highly Recommended: A Shot of Faith to the Head by Mitch Stokes
I am an avid Christian book reader but I was afraid to read A Shot of Faith to the Head by Mitch Stokes, because I thought it would be too difficult. Well, I won't exaggerate, this is book is filled with logic and arguments, so it's no piece of cake. This book is about Christian arguments that defeat Athiest arguments. So deep thinking stuff. And I've never gone to Bible College. But curiosity won out and I'm so glad I picked up this book. The arguments would be easy for people good with logic but they are a challenge for this girl to wrap her head around. Still, after reviewing the points a couple of times, I feel much better equipped to explain my own faith. What a blessing! I hope more Christians pick up this book. And girls, you should know this stuff! The guys aren't the only smartie pantses that can understand arguments, Christian apologetics and theology! This book is beneficial but it's no cake walk for those that aren't naturally gifted in logic.
This book had lofty goals: Take a few of the most important intellectual weapons, tactics, and strategies from recent Christian philosophy and put them in your hands. The goal here isn’t to convince atheists to believe in God; it’s to train you to handily defend yourself. You’ll be equipped to handle arguments in ways you never thought possible.
So, I always want to know in book reviews: Did the book work? Did it do what it claimed to do? Yes! The answers can be kind of complicated but yes. I need to re-read a few places to study up but yes, this book has good logical answers that make sense.
This book is interesting and catches your attention. It makes you think. Read hard at times! But the payoff is worth it. I was up till 2 in the morning reading because I couldn't put it down!
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
This book had lofty goals: Take a few of the most important intellectual weapons, tactics, and strategies from recent Christian philosophy and put them in your hands. The goal here isn’t to convince atheists to believe in God; it’s to train you to handily defend yourself. You’ll be equipped to handle arguments in ways you never thought possible.
So, I always want to know in book reviews: Did the book work? Did it do what it claimed to do? Yes! The answers can be kind of complicated but yes. I need to re-read a few places to study up but yes, this book has good logical answers that make sense.
This book is interesting and catches your attention. It makes you think. Read hard at times! But the payoff is worth it. I was up till 2 in the morning reading because I couldn't put it down!
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Recommended: The New Life by Betty A. Burnett
This is a good solid book all about Christianity and salvation. Betty goes into describing the process in very layman's terms, so that any reader can understand the basics of Christianity. This book really is designed for new believers and the writing style is similar to having a conversation with someone. It's very easy to read.
The great thing about this book is that it teaches a biblical view of the gospel, including making Jesus Savior and Lord of your life. This isn't the normal easy believism gospel that is very popular today. Good solid book for new Christians.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
The great thing about this book is that it teaches a biblical view of the gospel, including making Jesus Savior and Lord of your life. This isn't the normal easy believism gospel that is very popular today. Good solid book for new Christians.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Not Recommended: Constantly Craving by Marilyn Meberg
Constantly Craving by Marilyn Meberg is not at all what you would expect from a book of its title and with a cup of water on the cover. This book has nothing to do with physical food. And despite the whole first chapter being about dealing with our cravings for the elusive "more" of shopping, entertainment, new cars, bigger houses, and more materialism, this book is also not about those things. This book is not about dealing with our materialistic cravings.
The book is about cravings for spiritual things. And instead of "overcoming cravings", this book is about satisfying relational and spiritual cravings. This is a very odd book. The first chapter speaks all about overcoming materialistic cravings, yet the rest of the book is nothing about this. Then this book launches oddly into the psychology of relationships in 4 chapters - barely touching on anything to do with God or Christianity. It's all about observing the human tendency of being disatisfied in one relationship and running to the next in a pattern of using other people. It's all about our need for human contact. It's pure psychology and mostly written for single people or disatisfied married people.
Then just as oddly, this book breaks into chapters on being content. Then it switches to one good chapter on satisfying our spiritual cravings. But then it goes back to a weird chapter on revenge. Huh? How does revenge fit the topic of cravings/neediness? Then there is the mystical chapter on solitude - where the author chants "Jesus" endlessly in a form of "mindless meditation" - not a practice of normal Protestant Christianity.
Even being a single woman, I found only the one spiritual chapter relevant to my life. All the rest is written for people struggling with personal relationships, cheating, unfaithfulness and always looking for the greener pasture. This book was odd and I feel I wasted a day reading it and it added nothing much to my life.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
The book is about cravings for spiritual things. And instead of "overcoming cravings", this book is about satisfying relational and spiritual cravings. This is a very odd book. The first chapter speaks all about overcoming materialistic cravings, yet the rest of the book is nothing about this. Then this book launches oddly into the psychology of relationships in 4 chapters - barely touching on anything to do with God or Christianity. It's all about observing the human tendency of being disatisfied in one relationship and running to the next in a pattern of using other people. It's all about our need for human contact. It's pure psychology and mostly written for single people or disatisfied married people.
Then just as oddly, this book breaks into chapters on being content. Then it switches to one good chapter on satisfying our spiritual cravings. But then it goes back to a weird chapter on revenge. Huh? How does revenge fit the topic of cravings/neediness? Then there is the mystical chapter on solitude - where the author chants "Jesus" endlessly in a form of "mindless meditation" - not a practice of normal Protestant Christianity.
Even being a single woman, I found only the one spiritual chapter relevant to my life. All the rest is written for people struggling with personal relationships, cheating, unfaithfulness and always looking for the greener pasture. This book was odd and I feel I wasted a day reading it and it added nothing much to my life.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Highly Recommended: Called to Controversy by Ruth Rosen
Great book on the founder of Jews for Jesus. This book reads like an autobiography and story, so it is a very enjoyable read. The book is very very long, but it is very good. It shows the reality of becoming a preacher, trying to teach and preach and the politics involved even among other believers. It shows how even among believers, human sinfulness, control and pride get in the way and stop up the gospel from getting to the people who need it. It is a great teaching tool for anyone who wants to preach the gospel and helps believers understand the proper routes to take and how to avoid the mistakes of getting caught up in the "church system" of politics. This is also a beautiful emotional story of a man and woman who believed God and trusted God above all else.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
Recommend: Then Sings My Soul by Robert Morgan
I really enjoyed this book by Robert Morgan. I have a binder of songs I love but this book includes some songs I would never have thought to add to my binder. The songs are beautiful and the history behind them make them all the more meaningful. I loved that Morgan gave a background and history because it deepens the appreciation for hymns and the lyrics on the songs. I feel like I am able to worship God with more heart after reading these backgrounds. The other great thing is that the songs come with a piano note key and so my sister who can play piano said that she could play some of the music for me! How exciting! I can't wait to try the songs to the music.
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
I received this book free of charge from the publisher in exchange for this review but I did really give my honest opinion
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