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"365 Gifts" Book Review

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365 Gifts: A Daily Devotional for Women                         Book Review by Janice Thompson Book Description: Inspiration for your grateful heart. Rooted in the biblical truth of James 1:17: "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights. . ." This inspiring daily devotional encourages you to live every day with a grateful heart for the many blessings God provides. Each titled devotional reading will touch your heart as you encounter daily gifts from your heavenly Father, including THE GIFT OF GRACE, THE GIFT OF LOVE, THE GIFT OF LIFE, THE GIFT OF FAMILY, THE GIFT OF WORK, THE GIFT OF SALVATION, and THE GIFT OF PRAYER. Every day's reading begins with scripture and ends in prayer. MY BOOK REVIEW:  I love this devotional.  It incorporates the many times that the word "gift/gifts" is used in the Bible along with blessings and gifts that we receive from...

"3-Minute Devotions from the Proverbs" Book Review

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3-Minute Devotions from the Proverbs (Wisdom for Women) by Rebecca Currington & MariLee Parrish Got 3 minutes to spare? You’ll find the spiritual pick-me-up you desire in  3-Minute Devotions from the Proverbs: Wisdom for Women .  Written especially for the twenty-first-century woman, this delightful devotional packs a powerful dose of comfort, encouragement, and inspiration into just-right-sized readings for women on the go. Minute 1: scripture to meditate on; Minute 2: a short devotional reading; Minute 3: a prayer to jump-start a conversation with God. This portable package makes a fabulous any-occasion gift for every woman. MY BOOK REVIEW:   I am loving this devotional!  If you can spare 3-minutes per day, you will reap the benefits of a scripture verse from the book of Proverbs, a short devotional based on that verse, and a prayer to apply the truths learned in the two.   The devotionals are easily applied to daily ...

"The Angel Answer Book" Book review

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The Angel Answer Book  by Robert J. Morgan Uncover the mystery of angels and their roles in our lives! Angels have been present since the beginning of time, yet we’re filled with more intrigue and myth than with facts about these heavenly creatures. In this practical Q&A format, bestselling author and pastor Robert J. Morgan uncovers the mystery of angels—in the teachings of the Bible, in their role in relation to Christ, how they impact Christian beliefs, and in personal accounts of our present-day lives. This is an up close and revealing look at what angels do for us as they carry out their purpose in God’s overall plan for His kingdom.  MY REVIEW:  Even people who don't profess to be religious or spiritual will acknowledge the presence of angels or will say that someone who has died is now an "angel".  This book is one of the best and most informative books I've read about angels.  Angels were not always in heaven with God. He created th...