Friday, August 31, 2012

I Exalt You, O God by Jerry Bridges


I just finished reading Jerry Bridges' book, I Exalt You, O God.  This book is a 31 day devotional that is divided into 4 different sections--the Greatness, Holiness,Wisdom and Love of God.  Each day has a devotional thought and then concludes with an example of how to use Scripture in your prayer life.

I appreciate Bridges' use of Scripture.  He gives abundant support for each of his points as he describes the Greatness, Holiness,Wisdom and Love of God.  Sometimes we can lose that sense of awe and wonder about God since we rely heavily on what we can see and touch.  Bridges describes worship as "an overall way of life" but it can also mean "a specific activity." (loc. 72 in the e-book version)  We are pretty aware of specific activities of worship (Sunday morning), but our overall way of life doesn't always reflect worship of God.  "If we aren't spending time daily worshiping God, we're not apt to contribute to the corporate experience of worship.  If we aren't worshiping God during the week, how can we expect to genuinely participate in it on Sunday morning?  We may indeed go through the motions and think we have worshiped, but how can we honor and adore One on Sunday whom we have not taken time to praise and give thanks to during the week?" (loc. 178 in the e-book version)  What a convicting thought!  I know for me with 2 small kiddos in the house, worshiping God with time in the Word is a huge challenge.

If you want to be inspired with some easy reading that will make you ponder the Greatness, Holiness, Wisdom and Love of God, pick up Bridges' book.  It will also give you a great example of how to use Scripture in your prayer to God.  What a better way to pray using God's own Word.

**I received this e-book free from Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing company in exchange for an honest review.  All opinions are my own.

Monday, August 27, 2012

The Choice by Robert Whitlow


 This month, I had the great privilege of being on a blog tour for this new book by Robert Whitlow called The Choice.  The blog tour is conducted by Litfuse Publicity Group.  Below is the synopsis of the book, my thoughts and information about the author.  So take the time to read below and find out about this book.  You won't be disappointed!

About the Book: 

One young woman. Two very different roads. The choice will change everything.

Even as a pregnant, unwed teen in 1974, Sandy Lincoln wanted to do the right thing. But when an ageless woman approached her in a convenience store with a mysterious prophecy and a warning, doing the right thing became even more unclear. She made the best choice she could . . . and has lived with the consequences.

More than thirty years later, a pregnant teen has come into her life, and Sandy’s long-ago decision has come back to haunt her. The stakes rise quickly, leaving Sandy with split seconds to choose once more. But will her choice decision bring life . . . or death?



My Thoughts:
Robert Whitlow did a great job with this book.  I thought that the subject of the book was so relevant to today's society as we still battle with the idea of abortion and whether life begins at conception or not.   The book does a great job with the characters as they each face the teenage preganacy and how it effects not just the teenager but everyone around her.  I love the part in the book where Sandy (the pregnant teenager) has trouble falling asleep and decides she needs to take a sleeping pill.  But on her way to get the pill, she pauses as she realizes that it would harm the child within her.  This was quite a wake up call for Sandy as she realizes that taking the life of this child would be wrong.   I love that Sandy chose life in spite of it not being a popular or easy decision.  
This story would be a great one for any teenager to read.  It would help them to contemplate all that takes place when they don't practice abstinence before marriage.   I would highly recommend this book.  It has a great story and a strong message that life is worth it!

You can purchase your own copy of The Choice here at this link.

*** I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group in exchange for an honest review.

 Meet The Author: 


Robert Whitlow is the best-selling author of legal novels set in the South and winner of the prestigious Christy Award for Contemporary Fiction. A Furman University graduate, Whitlow received his J.D. with honors from the University of Georgia School of Law where he served on the staff of the Georgia Law Review. A practicing attorney, Whitlow and his wife, Kathy, have four children. They make their home in North Carolina.  For more about Robert and his other books, visit www.robertwhitlow.com.

You can click here to read what others have said about this book on the Litfuse Blog Tour page.  


Don't forget to Enter the contest below and RSVP for the Facebook Party where you can win some great prizes!!  Today is the last day to enter!

Celebrate with Robert by entering to win a Nook Color with GlowLight!

See what folks are saying about The Choice!


One "choice" winner will receive:
  • A Nook Color with GlowLight
  • A four book Robert Whitlow library (winner's choice)
Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on August 27th. Winner will be announced at the "The Choice" Author Chat Facebook Party on 8/28. Meet Robert, get a sneak peek of his next book, try your hand at a trivia contest, and more. There will also be gift certificates, books and a Book Club Prize Pack to be won (10 copies for your book club or small group.)!

So grab your copy of The Choice and join Robert on the evening of the August 27th for a chance to connect with Robert and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book - don't let that stop you from coming!)

Enter via E-mail Enter via FacebookEnter via Twitter

Don't miss a moment of the RSVP today. Tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 28th!




Thursday, August 9, 2012

Win a Nook Color from Robert Whitlow in The Choice Giveaway. RSVP for 8/28 Facebook Party.


Celebrate with Robert by entering to win a Nook Color with GlowLight!

See what folks are saying about The Choice!


One "choice" winner will receive:
  • A Nook Color with GlowLight
  • A four book Robert Whitlow library (winner's choice)
Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on August 27th. Winner will be announced at the "The Choice" Author Chat Facebook Party on 8/28. Meet Robert, get a sneak peek of his next book, try your hand at a trivia contest, and more. There will also be gift certificates, books and a Book Club Prize Pack to be won (10 copies for your book club or small group.)!

So grab your copy of The Choice and join Robert on the evening of the August 27th for a chance to connect with Robert and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book - don't let that stop you from coming!)

Enter via E-mail Enter via FacebookEnter via Twitter

Don't miss a moment of the RSVP today. Tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 28th!

**Come back on Aug. 27th to find out what I think of the book when I post my review for the book tour!!**