by Kimberly | Apr 12, 2016 | Books
It is no secret that one of the best parts of traveling is learning the culture. And I think that the best way to do that is by eating the food.
Yes, food is a crucial part of traveling for me.
And in this new cookbook, Tasting Rome, I feel like I can travel to the city through the photographs and the recipes and the history. While there may only be a few recipes that I want to try to make at home, I think this book for me helps me experience a country I might otherwise never be able to visit.
Thank you to Blogging for Books for this book. All opinions are my own.
by Kimberly | Apr 12, 2016 | Bible, Books
I love church signs. You can either think that is sarcastic or true – whichever.
But, I passed one today and it said “prayer is the answer”. I thought to myself. No, Christ is the answer.
Here’s my thought. If we tell people all they have to do is pray, everything will work out right, then that really isn’t the right answer. We do need to pray – Christ models it and commands it. We need to pray biblically-centered prayers. We need to know the Word and pray it back to the Father through the Son by the power and intercession of the Holy Spirit. But, our works, prayer, isn’t the answer to any of our problems.
The one who is our Brother and Intercessory Prayer partner is the answer. All of God’s promises to us are yes in Christ Jesus. So, we need to pray – but rest all of our hope in the Christ who answers according to His Father’s will.
I’ve been a believer for a long time now, and Max Lucado has been influential in my growth. I read most of his earlier books when I was in high school and college. I have his children’s books and read them to our boys. And now, he has come out with a set of prayer books that have prayers that are guided by the Word. You have ones for military families, mommas, dads, friends, graduates, etc. I love how you can give these out to people, be a blessing. You can also have them to read in a quick moment and focus your mind (through prayer) on Christ!
I gave away the military one to some sweet ministry friends of ours who live in south Florida. They are about to have their second baby.
I gave away the teacher one to a mom of 3 boys and a preschool teacher.
I am giving away the Dad one to my husband on Father’s Day.
I gave away the moms one to a sweet friend in our church who is about to have their first baby girl
Thank you Litfuse for sending these to me. All opinions are my own.
by Kimberly | Apr 5, 2016 | Books
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been caught in the grocery store or in Target singing the alphabet song with my boys. They sing it loud and proud – then immediately transition into Jesus Loves Me. Its like its the second verse of the ABC song.
Teaching young kids the basics that they need to know, like the alphabet and their numbers, takes a while for some kids. So, why not make learning fun!
This new book by Tommy Nelson was released in time for Spring and is filled with cute, storyboard pages that depict spring in all its glory. And you can teach your children their numbers on every page. My boys have both enjoyed it.
If you would like to win your own copy, just tell me something that you enjoyed teaching your kids.
by Kimberly | Apr 1, 2016 | Books, Shepherding Children
One of the most important things in any relationship is trust. Once that trust is broken, it is hard to get back. And one of the most important things in training your children to love and know God is to teach them what God says about Himself.
I was so excited to get this new book from Tommy Nelson because I’m going through the Bible this year pulling out what truths God shows me about Himself. I want to know everything about who God is so I can be like Him (1 Peter tells us that).
I also want my boys to know God as well. And so, as they get older (this book is perfect for grade school kids), I will get to use this in teaching them during family worship time who God says He is and how they can trust Him.
Diane Stortz goes through 40 reasons why kids can trust God. Illustrated so kids will be pulled the pages, and written so they might know the Word and the truth that God wants to teach them.
She includes some of the Hebrew names so kids can learn (includes pronunciation), Scripture readings, questions to ask, and application.
I hope you like this little book as much as I do. You can win one for yourself (your child of course) by answering this question: what is the attribute of God you love the best. Mine right now: that he welcomes me into his presence through Christ! He is the ultimate host!
by Kimberly | Mar 28, 2016 | Books
Thanks to Litfuse for delivering a copy of Finding God in the Ruins for me to read and review. All opinions are my own.
To tell you that life has been hard since we got married, might be an understatement. I think my mister and I are learning to trust only in God, rely on Christ, encourage each other, and redefine what we thought life might be like as a family.
Matt Bays, the author of this memoir-esque book, has definitely had a lot of harsh life thrown at him. He very carefully tells the reader about his life, marriage, family, and ministry. He encourages the reader to be honest and real with God about how life is treating him.
I wish that the book had been less story and more engagement with Scripture. It is a tough book to read – not putting enough emphasis on the grace and truth of God’s character and His word, especially in the first part of the book.
It is definitely hard to keep faith in God real when life continues to hand you blows. But, we need to keep believing, asking questions, and growing our faith through the Spirit. He is a big enough God and can handle our questions.
by Kimberly | Mar 18, 2016 | Books
I received this book from LItfuse in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
I have been blessed with a few good books lately. These books that are real and heart-felt, and soul-searching – and tears well in my eyes and puddle on to the pages.
This book is one of them. I even told my husband that I don’t know if I could finish the book. I cry in every chapter. And I’m thankful – they are short chapters.
This book will take anyone through cancer – or other trials that loom in life – and help you rest in the peace that the maker of the wind and the rain and the hurricanes and tornadoes watches every move you make. I’m so thankful that Kara Tippetts wrote these words before her death. They will lead others to the same Rock she went to.
