Christian Shelves

Fear is a topic that is usually brought up among Christians in that we're reminded not  to fear. However, the fear of the Lord is also a teaching that is found throughout the Bible. Reconciling these two types of fears, Fear Full by Ryan McIntosh seeks to help Christians appreciate and understand the beauty and power of fear in a new light. Many thanks to the author for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis What do you know about the fear of God? This book is a journey of discovering biblical and beautiful fear of the Lord. We must crave a proper fear of God if we are to live the Christian life that God desires for us. Using truths straight from the Bible, Ryan McIntosh defines the fear of the Lord, gives life applications, discusses God-centered fear as it relates to the Trinity, and offers valuable commentary on what Scripture tells us about fearing God. You are invited to feast on what it means to fear...

If the cover of this book doesn't capture your heart, the premise of the book will where a sweet little girl's future is up in the air. Perfectly Matched  by  Liana George  is the final book in the Hopeful Hearts series with a portion of the earnings from these books funding the Hopeful Hearts orphanage that seeks to help children with heart conditions, which is where the setting of the book is based off. It's not a standalone book, so I would recommend reading the previous two books in this series, Perfectly Arranged and Perfectly Placed , as it's worth seeing how everything wraps up! Book Synopsis Nicki Mayfield is getting married! Or is she? Three days after deciding to marry so she can adopt the young Chinese girl who has captured her heart, Nicki Mayfield heads to Texas to become Mrs. Ben Carrington. However, as the unlikely pair prepares to say, “I do,” a shocking revelation threatens their plans to become a family. While searching for the answers to the mystery...

I think it's safe to say that Liwen Y. Ho 's Christian rom-coms are the perfect combination of levity and depth. The second book in the Unexpected Dates series, Her Inconvenient Wedding Date , picks up on this theme by marrying together puns and perfectionism in a way that feels like stressful family dynamics don't have to be all-consuming, creating a sense of lightness amid the pressure of pleasing others. If you're a fan of office romances, Hunter and Lily more than deliver on both awkwardness and sweetness. Many thanks to the author for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis I always thought I’d marry for love… not because of a family tradition. As the eldest daughter, my life’s basically one long checklist of responsibilities—especially when it comes to making sure my younger sister gets her happily ever after. And apparently, that means I need to tie the knot first. Groan. I’m an engineer by day...

I've greatly benefitted from reading many stories of faithful saints who have persevered until the end of their lives for the glory of God. While Uncommon Character by Douglas Feavel is not comprised exclusively of Christians, it is fascinating to read the stories of those who demonstrated uncommon qualities in their lives, opening up the door to discuss just what it is that constitutes heroic attributes in others. Many thanks to Douglas Feavel and  LibraryThing  for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Book Thoughts content is also posted on LibraryThing. Book Synopsis A captivating non-fiction anthology filled with heroic profiles, epic tales, and timeless parables. You'll meet valiant personalities who've challenged and changed the world in remarkable ways. Their unforgettable stories are religious and secular, historical and current, unknown and familiar, foreign and domestic. Prepare to encounter pr...

Am I ever grateful that Laura Frantz let me know about this wonderful story set in Canada! The Lawyer and the Laundress by Christine Hill Suntz is rightly anticipated for all the best reasons, and I honestly can't wait for everyone to read this story and be impacted by this slice of Canadian history. Many thanks to the author for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis Lawyer James Kinney isn’t looking for love, and laundress Sara O’Connor doesn’t want to be found. When their paths cross in a British colony on the brink of rebellion, a marriage of convenience may be their best hope of survival. Canada, 1837. Widower James Kinney knows his precocious daughter, Evie, needs more than his lessons on law and logic, but Toronto offers few options. Classes with the neighbor children seem ideal until James discovers Evie is secretly spending her time with Sara O’Connor, a kind and mysteriously educated servant. For...

This is a post that I wish I didn't have to write. Please understand that I recognize that we are all fallen; therefore, everything that we create is marred, imperfect, and tainted due to sin. What I'm exploring is what happens when there are authors or other creators who have acted in a way that harms others and there is little-to-no news of repentance or reparations being made. I'm not writing anything investigative as many skilled and brilliant Christians are already doing so. I'm more writing as a bystander who is grieved at some of the news that has come up and attempting to process it all. The first news that really impacted me was learning about the passing of Jennifer Lyell, former Lifeway Vice President, whom headlines have also called a Southern Baptist Convention abuse survivor . This hit close to home for a multitude of reasons even though prior to yesterday, I hadn't heard of her story. One of the reasons it affected me was because the professor who was...