"Hebrews: It's Not How You Start-It's How You Finish" by Dr. Kathy Stewart"

Did you ever want to study the Bible book of Hebrews? Now is your chance! Dr. Kathy Stewart fell in love with this book while in college and decided to write a study guide to help others uncover the richness of Hebrews. 

Hebrews is a book in which Christians can find encouragement. In this study, Dr. Stewart highlights each verse, many times comparing the verse with its Old Testament counterpart. It makes for an enjoyable, information rich study on the fact that Jesus Christ is God and the Messiah. Christians will come away from the study encouraged that they have more answers about Christ and their faith.

I really enjoyed studying Hebrews with Dr. Stewart. I love the book and found myself refreshed and encouraged when I finished. If you are looking for a new study, or a study on Hebrews, I recommend this one. If you aren't looking, be sure to keep this one in mind for the next time. Thank you to the Book Look program for my copy. This is an honest review. 

NKJV Maxwell Leadership Bible

There are many Bibles on the market today, so choosing one that fits your needs can be daunting. Are you a leader in your church? Do you want to be one? This Bible is designed to help Christians use their talents for leadership by giving examples and pointers throughout. 

Moses, David, Jeremiah - three mighty men of God who are profiled here for their leadership qualities. Discernment, Empowerment, Character - three characteristics of strong leaders. These are just a few of the people and characteristics found in the Bible alongside Scripture that reinforces them. If you want to be a front line leader or a more sedate leader, there is information in this Bible to help you reach your goals.

I really like this Bible because as I read along I also get leadership tips. Each Bible book has a spot for the Leadership Highlights for that book, so they are easy to search out. This is a Bible I will give as gifts, one I know will be used. Thank you to Book Look Bloggers for my copy. This is a true and honest review. 

"The Gift That I Can Give for Little Ones" by Kathy Lee Gifford

Kindness is something we should all exhibit constantly and the sooner we show our children by example the better. In this new book, Kathy Lee Gifford gives children ideas of how to help others and uses language they will understand.

How can a child make this world a better place? There are so many wonderful ideas in this book. Simply being kind to others, realizing that God made each of them special and that that trait was meant to be shared, being kind to animals, using their talents, and being a team player are just a few of the lessons little ones can learn from this book. It will make a great addition to any family library.

I love this little book with its bright drawings and practical lessons, and can't wait to share it with my grandchildren. It is easy to understand and the pictures reinforce each message. I recommend this to anyone with young children in their home. It is a priceless library addition. Thank you to Book Look Bloggers for my review copy. This review is completely mine.

"Ancient-Modern Bible" NKJV Edition

There are many Bibles on the market today, each with their own appeal. In this new edition, Ancient and Modern scholars are included to give their wisdom and study helps. Readers are treated to articles and commentaries from voices they may never have read, but will aid in their search and study of the Scriptures.

This Bible is hard-covered and comes in a protective box. It has beautiful maps in the back, along with some beautiful "Art of the Church," which readers may or may not have seen. Articles include: "Creation and Fall," "Meditating on His Word," and "The Church." Throughout the Bible, readers will find biographies of people like: Maximus the Confessor, Thomas Merton, William Tyndale, and Eusebius. 

I really like this Bible. It is well laid out for study and it has been fun to learn about some ot the great Christians of the past. Each book has an introduction that includes quotes, the theme, and its purpose. I especially enjoy reading the quotes by men like John Calvin and Ayhanasius. I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys studying the Bible and going deeper each time. Thank you to Book Look Bloggers for my review copy. The review is my opinion and words.

"All the Colors We Will See" by Patrice Gopo

The quest to belong can often times lead us through painful struggles, the pangs of growth, worry, and love. It is a journey that can involve race, religion, immigration, and more. It is not an easy journey for everyone, and most people have times in their lives when belonging seems out of reach. In this new book of reflections and essays, Patrice Gopo shares her heart and lessons learned along the way in her quest to belong. 

Patrice is the child of Jamaican immigrants who lived in Anchorage, Alaska. Her experiences gave her the subjects to write about, and her words bring them to life. Her essays are beautiful and captivating. Readers can feel her heart as she opens up to the "colors" of her life. This world is only a temporary home for us, but we all struggle to belong sometimes. These personal essays will open readers' eyes to the struggle that others might be facing and encourage more compassion and grace.

I recommend this book to readers of all ages and types. It is a book that will make you think and reflect. Thank you to BookLook Bloggers for my copy. This review is an honest account of my thoughts.

"Empire of Gold" by Jo Amdahl

"Empire of Gold" is a series of stories that helps readers meet Bible characters like Jeremiah and Nebuchadnezzar in a new way. Jo Amdahl takes the time to give her readers the facts as well as some background color in order to being these historical characters and places to life. Readers learn a lot about Jeremiah and his mission.

Historical records bring the past to life, letting us meet people like Jeremiah, a prophet from his youth; and Daniel, who stood for God even when he had to stand alone. As Jo Amdahl tells their stories, readers really get to meet them. What was life like for them? How did they make the decisions they did? How did others like King Nebuchadnezzar affect those around them? Why was/is Jeremiah so important? This book will help answer those questions and encourage you to keep reading.

I enjoyed this book. I have grown up knowing the story of Jeremiah and those who lived during his lifetime, and yet still found some new things about each of them. I love when a book does that for me! If you enjoy books that help you glean new information and encourage your soul, this book is a good choice for you. I recommend it to everyone. I received my free review copy from BookLook Bloggers for an honest review. The words and rating are mine.

"Unbreakable" by Sara Ella

In book three of her "Unblemished" trilogy, Sara Ella takes readers back to Verity and the Void. She takes us to the place where Reflections could cease to exist, where darkness could take over. Can anyone stop this?

Verity has a queen who would rather be anything but queen. Eliyana doesn't want to have the fate of others on her hands but finds she must move between Reflections to find the answers she needs. Along the way, two men fight for her heart. Ky and Joshua both have secrets, yet Eliyana finds herself torn between them. Can Eliyana find the solutions she needs for both Verity and her heart? Come, finish the saga and find what choices are ultimately made.

I really enjoyed this book. It made me stop and think so many times as I walked along with the characters. We each have good and bad inside of us and what we choose in each situation affects so many others. Ultimately we also need to choose between the light and darkness. I recommend this entire trilogy to readers of all types. Sara Ella will pull you into her story and keep you there long after you are done reading. I received my free review copy from BookLook Bloggers for an honest review. The words and rating are mine.