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Sunday, November 29, 2020

The Return by Nicholas Sparks

 The Return

Another homerun for Nicholas Sparks. This one wasn't sad as so many of his books are. Yet, this was an amazing story. I read it in a couple of days, just couldn't put it down. The story is about Trevor who moves back to his hometown after a career ending injury. He suffers from PTSD and is working thru those issues. Additionally, he now finds himself alone as his parents died when he was younger and his only living relative, his grandfather, just died. Trevor goes on a journey to figure out why his grandfather was so far from home when he died. It was just out of character for him to go so far away. In trying to figure out his grandfather's motives, Trevor also helps to solve Callie's health issues. This book is a love story but also a story of healing. Trevor is on a journey that will ultimately lead him to heal from his injuries. 

This is a true story of Kimberly Schlapman's family's adoption of a baby girl. Her daughter, Daisy really wanted a sister. Kimberly and her husband really wanted that also but were struggling with infertility issues. This is such an inspirational story of hope and the power of prayer. It is also a story illustrating God answers prayers but sometimes not exactly in the manner we first asked. Yet, His way is always best. The pictures in this book are beautiful. At the end she includes a personal note explaining the book and pictures of her family. I highly recommend this book. It is fantastic. 

Grand Central Publishing

 

Nicholas Sparks

A Dolly For Christmas by Kimberly Schlapman of Little Big Town

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This is a true story of Kimberly Schlapman's family's adoption of a baby girl. Her daughter, Daisy really wanted a sister. Kimberly and her husband really wanted that also but were struggling with infertility issues. This is such an inspirational story of hope and the power of prayer. It is also a story illustrating God answers prayers but sometimes not exactly in the manner we first asked. Yet, His way is always best. The pictures in this book are beautiful. At the end she includes a personal note explaining the book and pictures of her family. I highly recommend this book. It is fantastic. 

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Saturday, October 31, 2020

Seven Words of Christmas by Robert Morris

 

Seven Words Of Christmas         

 The author states that "throughout the Bible, the number seven appears repeatedly to signify completeness or perfection. From the seven days of creation to the seven colors of the rainbow, it's no wonder God heralded the entry of His Son into the world with seven unique prophetic words that still speak to us today. Salvation, favor, blessed, guidance, joy, redemption and peace are the words the King of heaven and earth used to usher in the greatest gift ever given. His Son! And all of these words are gifts He wants to give each of us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus."

This book can be used as a bible study with a group or individually - studying each word for seven weeks leading up to Christmas. Or it can be read all in one sitting or over several days. It is not overly long book but it gave me alot to think about. I've read the Christmas story every Christmas for many years but this was a unique and meaningful way to view it. I think it helps to see things from a different angle - it can help and enhance our understanding. 

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Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Becoming Us by Robin Jones Gunn

Paperback Becoming Us : A Gather Novel Book

I really enjoyed this book. It spoke to the concept of allowing God to lead you in your life. Often times we want to know where the road is leading and when we allow God to lead we aren't sure exactly where we will end up. That can be very frightening if we allow it to be. If, on the other hand, we know God loves us and wants the very best for us, then wherever He leads us it can only be for our own good. 

Emily and her husband followed God's leading and it lead them from North Caroline where his family was to California where they really knew no one. Yet, they felt certain God was in control and this was where He wanted them to be at this time. Yet, there were many challenges and those challenges made them question whether they had truly heard God correctly. Was this where they were suppose to be? 

It is really easy to wonder if we are truly listening and are we really following God's will for our lives. I really enjoyed how the author explored this topic. She gave wonderful insights. The storyline follows Emily as she begins to make new friends in her new life. These new friends give her life a rich and fulfilling dimension making California a less lonely place for her and her family. 

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