For too many years I thought God was keeping score.  I pictured him in heaven with a book in one hand and a feather pen in the other.  Every time I messed up he would take away a pre-determined number of points.  Fighting with my...

This book is based on 1 Cor. 3:6. Saunders uses the example of an apple tree to describe our lives as Christians. He discusses the stages a Christian goes through, dormancy, silver tip, green tip, half inch green, tight cluster, pink, full blossom,...

We were created by God as unique and wonderful creatures.  He blessed us with sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing.  We can use these senses to grow closer to the Lord.  I was reminded of a trip my husband and I took to Daniel Boone...

The author, Michele DeMarco Wilkie, shares with the readers the most basic ideas of what pulls us all together. This book is a refreshing outlook on not just spiritual living, but on spiritful living. This is a book that crosses all barriers. Anyone, believer or...

Robert Jeffries encourages Christians to remove the clutter from their life and get back to the true life of following Christ.  Too many Christians are only partially committed to Christ.  Scripture tells us that you are “either for me or against me.”  That means a...

When most people think of Las Vegas, they think of casinos, showgirls, and prostitution. Las Vegas earned its nickname Sin City. The tourism department used the phrase “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.” A tempting phrase, hinting at behaviors you would not want your...

In 1977, Ellen Chaksil felt what I would term as a moving of the Spirit. She knew something was missing in her life. She was happily married and in good health. The Spirit led her into a deeper relationship with the Lord. Ellen attended a...

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I saw the title of this book. When I think of a wild goose chase I think of pursuing something that is worthless.  However, Batterson’s definition is very different.  He uses the image of a goose to symbolize...

I can readily relate to Who Stole My Church, I am ashamed to say I have at embraced change at times and other times felt it overwhelming.  I “grew up” with choir robes, treasured hymns, silent reverence in the sanctuary where you wear your Sunday...

Walkin’ With God Ain’t For Wimps by Karen O’Connor is a devotional book. The book is divided into 13 sections and each section into chapters. The devotions are filled with bits of humor that will bring a smile to your face. The cover reminded me...