How (Not) To Save The World

 

This was an inspiring and fun book to read. Saying that, I also felt like this is one of the most powerful book on evangelizing I have read. I always felt that I wasn't doing all I could for God because I do not go out on the mission field. However, the mission field can be at your own doorstep. 

We are asked to take care of those around us, just as Jesus did for everyone around him. We are to care and love others as well as share Jesus's love with them. This involves wanting to listen to other's stories and being willing to share your own.

I love the simplicity of this book and the variety of "call out" that are included throughout. These call outs emphasize the high points in a fun way.

I recommend this book most highly for all.

I was given this book by NetGalley and Thomas Nelson--W Publishing. All opinions are my own.

This book was given to me by the church that I volunteer with. It came at a perfect time in my life as I needed a reminder to pray right then. This book tells some of the history of contemplative prayer and then moves to exercises to help make it a part of someone's life daily. 

I am so glad that I had the opportunity to read this book.

I recommend this to anyone. 

Book Review: A Portrait of Emily Price

In A Portrait of Emily Price, the main character is an artist who would love to own a gallery and this is what her main focus is. That is until a chef by the name of Benito Vassallo decides to court her. He is here from Italy to help his aunt and uncle's restaurant, but when he sees Emily he decides to multi-task and try to win her also.

I found this a book to lose myself in. The characters were fun and developed and portrayed people who are dedicated, stretched, self-discovering, imperfect and human. I loved them.

I think any ready will discover themselves entranced with this book from the time they pick it up.

I was given this book by NetGalley and Thomas Nelson in exchange for my honest review.

Children's Book Review: Henry Hodges Needs. Friend

Henry Hodges Needs a Friend, by Andy Andrews, is a lovely book about a boy who is looking for a one-of-a kind friend. This sets his mind going into all the possibilities. His parents take him to a shelter, where he find just the perfect friend....a dog. Through this adventure, Henry learns how this new friend is also looking for someone to accept him and to give him a home. It is very touching and warm.

The illustrations reflect the variety of friends that Henry imagined. I loved this book. My one problem is on my Kindle Fire there were some issues with illustrations lining up with the story. Otherwise, this is a great book to share with little ones.

I was given this book by NetGalley and Thomas Nelson in exchange for my honest review.