Gabby – God’s Little Angel by Sheila Walsh, Illustrated by Marina Fedotova

This book is so beautifully illustrated!  Clearly targeted at young girls, my little 6 year old princess took to this book and so loved looking at the beautiful illustrations.  The story is of God’s little guardian angel Gabby who the Lord chooses to protect a rather accident prone little girl.  This is quite amusing because Gabby is almost just as accident prone as her charge.  It’s a lovely book and incorporates scripture into the reading to provide references  for discussion with older children.  I recommend this as a book for a special little girl aged between the ages of 3 – 8.

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The Expanded Bible – Thomas Nelson Inc. Signature series

This is a study bible that expands the Word of God by allowing the reader to see the various possibilities for words or phrases  contained in the bible and also various interpretations.  I have always found the teachings of “root” words very interesting and it has always been something I’ve concerned about regarding translations of the original biblical text and meanings being lost along the way.  I am sure this is a Bible that I will use regularly with bible study and whilst the Publisher states that no Bible translation is always 100% accurate, this expanded version provides great insight into the Word of God.

I really do think that this is a great version (based on the  New Century Version) and the expanded/alternate text provides the seeker with a veritable treasure of understanding.  The bible is easy to use and as this version that I have is an E Book format, I would love to have the printed version as a keepsake.  This is a great tool for new believers and would be a fantastic gift for any believer.  The layout is great and the type face is legible and clear. 

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Heaven is for Real for Kids by as told by Colton Burpo to his parents, Todd and Sonja Burpo. Illustrated by Wilson Ong

Colton Burpo got sick and went to Jesus where he experienced Heaven for Real!  This is a great book to share with children.  The illustrations are lovely and the scripture describing heaven as it is and as Todd experienced is very beautiful.  My children will love this book and I am sure we’ll be reading it for the next few days... over and over again!

The book is informative, contains much scripture and is a pleasure to read with young children to acquaint them with visions of heaven.  There is also a great question section at the back of the book which encourages children to ask questions about heaven – great for going back to God’s word and discussing with kids.  A must read!

The only problem that I had with this Ebook is that God’s name is represented with a lower case key in many places and well... that just doesn’t sit to well with me.  Hope the publishers change that for print.

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No Wonder they call Him Saviour by Max Lucado

This is my second book review by this author and he is fast becoming one of my favourites!  This book was an eye opening, thought provoking, gut wrenching delivery of the moment when mankind and God’s Grace collided.  It centres around Jesus, the meaning of the cross and the characters that were an integral part to God’s plan at this pivotal moment in time.

Max Lucado, ever entertaining, clearly delivers our Saviour, the cross and draws very challenging parallels between us and  the characters of the people involved in the biblical accounts of Jesus’ sacrifice – both good and bad.  This book is based on biblical truth and is a must read for anybody seeking to discover Jesus and how ultimately God’s Grace won out against the plans of Satan – forever!

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New Review!! - When God Whispers Your Name by Max Lucado

Packed with many spiritual insights, Max Lucado delivers the message that God not only knows your name but he calls you by that name.  Drawing parallels between biblical characters and contemporary “ordinary” people, he manages to portray that God still is very much in control today as he was thousands of years ago.  A very amusing and insightful book which I couldn’t put down and finished in just over an afternoon. A good, uplifting read.

Max is a great teacher, having written many books, he provides many insights that get you thinking that maybe our (at least in my case) view of God and his purpose for life might be a little off.  I found the book so interesting that I couldn’t put it down and managed to finish it in an afternoon.  Max thoroughly challenged some of my ideas about how the Lord relates to people in this day and age – at a time in my life when I am in desperate need of enlightenment and a changed sense of purpose, this book managed to get me on the right track.  The discussion guide at the back of the book provides much food for thought and I’ll be working through this study for the next few weeks.  I believe that this book offers much in the way of Biblical truth whilst encouraging you to discover God’s Word for yourself.  I highly recommend this book to anybody.

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The Review .... finally

Night Night Blessings by Amy Parker, Illustrated by Marijan Ramljak

A lovely children’s book with great content for young children and beautiful illustrations that remind us to take the time to say “Thank You” to the Lord, daily for the blessings that we think of and those that we don’t.

A short book aimed at very young children but great for mom’s and dad’s to remind themselves to be thankful for each small and big blessing given each day.  My four year old and and 6 year old both enjoyed the reading and stopping to think about the things that many of us take for granted each day – “from early morning to night night” the book describes the various activities in the child’s day and all the things to be thankful for.

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