I Am Second

I Am Second Real Stories. Changing Lives.
By Dave Sterrett and Doug Bender, Forward by Colt McCoy
Many stories are never told. Or never heard. I Am Second gives readers a chance to hear life changing stories - along with the reasons behind these life changing stories. Stories are told of the famous and un-famous, drug addicts, athletes, rock stars, and others in-between and how their lives have been changed forever by Christ.
I Am Second is an easy read. The chapters are short and well written. I don't typically enjoy books of "short stories" and was hoping this book would appeal more to me. I was hoping to hear life changing stories that weren't as dramatic, that involved everyday people (like me!) - people who may have been struggling in their relationship or came to know Christ in unusual, relatable ways. To read a short story or two from this book was enough . It is a book better enjoyed in chunks.

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PrayerWalk: Becoming a Woman of Prayer, Strength, and Discipline

I can't say I've put the advice in this book to practice, but someday I hope to. Janet Holm McHenry has written a much-loved book about walking with purpose – finding and making time to exercise our bodies and prayer life. Her advice is easy – just pray while you walk! (Advice is usually easier said than done!).

I am due in about a week and hope to use these principles and practices while walking our newborn. Prayer has always been a difficult practice for me to form a habit of, but I hope Janet's advice will help. It can't hurt!

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Sweet Sanctuary

Sweet Sanctuary by Sheila Walsh and Cindy Martinusen Coloma

Wren is a single mother working at a library. Charlie is a young boy struggling with school age friendships and his father. When a grandmother unexpectedly shows up at their house for an extended stay, old trials and repressed situations are brought to life again. You won't be disappointed by this heart touching novel. Sheila Walsh will drag you into one family's trials and tribulations to show the healing and encouragement that can come from confrontation and forgiveness.

Thanks Thomas Nelson!

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I want to be Amish!

Money Secrets of the Amish
Finding True Abundance in Simplicity, Sharing, and Saving
By Lorilee Craker

God calls us to be good stewards of money – to use what he has given us in God approved ways. I could own a newer car than my 1994 LeSabre, live in a real one bedroom apartment for more than $385 a month, and worry about saving money for retirement until retirement, but I believe God has called me to be smarter with what he has given me. Lorilee Cracker is on her way to spending less and saving more. Money Secrets of the Amish is full of easy money saving tips that are smart, practical, and easy to apply.
Learn to shop at second hand stores, buy local foods, save money in many ways, and live like the Amish. Life can be simple, we can have more free time, and we can have less clutter. Learn to buy only when you have the money to pay for what you want! Teach children how to be responsible and caring for their things. I hope you like this book as much as I did, and now want to join an Amish community too. :)

Thanks Thomas Nelson!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Wonderful Recreation of Ruth

Here Lies My Candle
Liz Curtis Higgins

Liz is an amazing writer. Although a little slow to start, I couldn't seem to put this book down after the first 50 to 100 pages! Reading nostalgically about cultures and lifestyles foreign to me is one my favorite things to do. Escaping our busy, greedy culture for a few minutes to look into how life could be or used to be is freeing.

Elizabeth is newly married, to an unfaithful husband. She lives as a well-to-do lady with her mother-in-law and sister-in-law in town far from her hometown. When war comes suddenly, many physical and spiritual changes result. Please read this book – and other's by Liz Curtis Higgins – and make it a point to figure out what Biblical story this book is based on!

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Lovers of Socks and Knitting....cute patterns!

Knitting Knee-Highs Sock Styles from Classic to Contemporary
By Barb Brown

Thank you for the knitting book Thomas Nelson! I am a beginner knitter, and these socks intimidate me! These girls have knit some amazing looking socks, which I hope to someday tackle.
I was not very impressed by the pictures in this book. They are a cute idea, but they are not very professional. I loved the pictures of just the socks on the wooden stick, but pictures showcasing the socks on legs was a little unattractive. Another blogger called them “sensual”, which I guess I might agree with. They are not inappropriate by any means, just a little out of the ordinary.
The socks are amazing and I hope to one day be able to accomplish these socks!

Thanks Thomas Nelson!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Please read me!

My Foolish Heart
Susan May Warren

I laughed, and cried, and cried a little more. All tears of joy, of course. This book is simple, heartwarming, and gripping. I couldn't stop turning the pages. I want all women in my life to read this book, but I am not sure I can part with it long enough for them to borrow it.

Issy has panic attacks after witnessing firsthand a fatal accident. Confined to her small world that includes only two blocks, she makes a living by being the talk show host of Miss Foolish Heart. Cameron is physically broken from his stint in Iraq, and learning to live a normal life again is difficult with the scars left behind. But yet, but the broken people learn how to love and live again.

Please read this book. I can't wait to pick up more books by Susan May Warren and learn how only how to be a winner on the field, but off.

This book was given to me by LitFuse, and I participated in a free book review program. Try it today!