"Redeeming Love" A Different Kind of Review

A different kind of a review because I really didn't want to read this one . . .

O.K. I know your already expecting me to admit it.  So here goes without further delay.  I read it.  Yes I did.  I was being rebellious because when a friend kept saying over and over and over "You have to read this."  I finally had to give in because . . .

I was tired of hearing her say it again and again

And

I had nothing else to read. 

I know you've probably all read this amazing book.  I know I am probably the only fan of Christian romance to not have read this book.  Unless your a "new" fan and if you are well you probably haven't read it but you should.  Trust me if you ask your friends they'll tell you the same thing.  Here's a couple of quotes from other reviews . . .

"My friends went so far as to be absolutely horrified when I’ve told them I’ve never read this author, before! LOL. Now I can say that I have read a book by her, and it was really, really as good as they said! "

(Click here for the complete review.)

And . . . I had to post the following because it was like this reviewer got in my head and put more thoughts into words . . .

. Rivers skilfully weaves Hosea’s and Angel’s stories together, opening up their worlds, their hopes, their dreams and their fears to us. The narrative’s many twists and turns grip me and draw me along every time, but the reason I return to it year after year and recommend it to anyone who’ll listen is the novel’s window into the amazing love God has for his people. It makes me cry and cry and cry every time, being reminded of how fickle and ungrateful we are, and how patient God is, but most of all, how deeply it hurts him when we reject his love and kindness and return instead to the things we know are going to harm and hurt us.

(Click here for the review.)

O.K. if you haven't read it your wondering what is  all the hoop la about? 

Here's the summary from the author's site . . .

California’s gold country, 1850. A time when men sold their souls for a bag of gold and women sold their bodies for a place to sleep.  Angel expects nothing from men but betrayal. Sold into prostitution as a child, she survives by keeping her hatred alive. And what she hates most are the men who use her, leaving her empty and dead inside. Then she meets Michael Hosea. A man who seeks his Father’s heart in everything, Michael Hosea obeys God’s call to marry Angel and to love her unconditionally. Slowly, day by day, he defies Angel’s every bitter expectation until, despite her resistance her frozen heart begins to thaw. But with her unexpected softening come overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. And so Angel runs. Back to the darkness, away from her husband’s pursuing love, terrified of the truth she can no longer deny: Her final healing must come from the One who loves her even more than Michael Hosea does…the One who will never let her go.  A life-changing story of God’s unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love. Over 1 million copies sold!

Click here to go to the authors site for links to purchase the book.

Redeeming Love is an amazing story that reminds the reader of God's amazing love.   I was pleasantly surprised. 

And, I guess your wondering why didn't I want to read the book?  I am just not a fame of historical romances.  But I have say next time a friend suggests a book I think I'll read it!

Thankful Thursday . . . Thank Goodness

I have a huge looooooooooooooooong list of things I am thankful for today!  Not necessarily in order except this one! 

#1 . . .I am thankful I am here.  Here as in writing this post for Thankful Thursday.  It has been so long and I have missed blogging so much. 

. . . I am thankful that we have moved and we are settling in to the new place.  It is really small and really cute.(photos soon)

. . .I am thankful that my Cowboy got a promotionn and that he is getting almost 40 hours a week. 

. . . I am thankful that even though Cowboy is working full time that we are able to continue ministry and that God provides.

. . . And last but not really last because this should be first I am thankful that God provides and that he answers prayer. 

God is good.  Even when we allow things  to blind us.  Even when he might seem far away he isn't.  

Today I am thankful God reminded me that I can trust in Him.  And, today I am praying that you remember too! 

Need a little more reminding go over to Iris's for more thankful posts.  Click here.

BTW let me know you came by!  I am happy your here! 

Thanks for coming on The Journey . . .

WFW Psalm 37:4

                                      

One of my favorite verses.  I have been asking myself alot 'why this verse means so much to me.'   And I guess the reason is because of 'what' it means to me.  I think alot of people take it to mean that if we trust and believe and delight that God will give us what we 'ask' for . . .
what we 'want'.  

And, maybe that is what it means;  I actually thought this for a long time.  At least until recently when I realized that I desire to be closer to God.  To have a closer relationship with Him.  As I have made an effort to read and study God's word more.  I have begun to pray before I read and ask him to help me to understand.  To help me get what he wants me to get out of the scriptures that I read.   And, as I strive to have a closer relationship I have realized that many times I run around during the day doing 'things'.  Most well intentioned but most days I am doing what 'I' think needs to be done.  Good well intentioned 'thing's but not necessarily the things that God wants me to do. 

As I think about these words I reconsider 'my desires' and I realize that I want God to put those desires into my heart.  So that the 'things' that I desire are things he wants from me; or of me.  

Thanks for stopping in today and joining me on my Journey.  And, joining me for WFW . . . my first WFW in months!  I have missed Wednesday's the most I think.  I love adding God's words to my photo's and I love seeing everyone elses work.    Please visit Amy for more WFW posts.  Click here. 

So has God given you new desires today?

 

Call me crazy

. . . I think this is just a great photo of the Cowboy. Isn't he handsome? So now you know why I am doing the 40 Day Challenge!

I happened to stumble onto this one while I was looking for ministry photo's. This was taken while he was supervising some of our boys at the local food bank. Back to updating the ministry blog!

Titues Tuesday sharin' N gettin' real . . . ok. so here's the real truth.  I began this 40 day Dare because God spoke to me about this.  A couple of years ago when all this started with the Fireproof movie I wasn't in any mood to watch the movie much less do a Love Dare Challenge. 

You see I was 'mad'.   I was angry and annoyed about a lot of things.  And I really didn't really want to 'be nice'.   And I really didn't want to write about  'being nice'!  But over the last few months God has done a work in me. 

The things I was 'mad' about haven't gone away.  Some of the attitudes, actions and annoyances haven't gone away. 

But God changed my heart.  I have been praying that God would use me.  And, I have been praying and studying scripture more and making a big effort to get closer to God.  And, well I have learned that there are some things, some areas in my life that are keeping me from that closer relationship that I desire. 

Ladies  if your stopping over following the link I urge you to pray.  I urge you to pray for your attitude.  I urge you to pray for your man.  Even if your in a place like I was.  Even if you don't feel like it.  God will give you the strength and the courage. 

And he will give you the desire.  One of my favorite verses in Psalms talks about God giving you the desires of your heart.  My pray is that he does.  That 'the desires' I have are the ones that  puts there.  That He puts there.  

And so, 2 years later it is my desire to do the Love Dare.  

For more Titus Tuesday posts go over here.

Have a Good Day!

I need . . .

Patience is what I am asking God for. Do you ever have those days. Or weeks. Or months when things just don't go like you planned?

That seems to be what continues to happen to me. Outside pressures and influences steal my time and frustrates.

But, the funny thing is that I know that God is in control. God has plans and somehow he is teaching me something.

Could it possibly be Patience. Quite possibly.

I mentioned Saturday that I am dedicating the next 40 days (day 3 today) to the Love Date. Day 1 began with Patience.
Which is what I needed this morning. Unfortunately I didn't have a lot this morning. Still working on patience.

God continues to show me over and over he is in control and that his ways are not my ways. That his timing is not my timing.

But His ways, His timing is perfect. I wait Patiently sometimes.

My prayer for you and me today is a day filled with Patience.

Then Sings My Soul Saturday

Welcome to Then Sings My Soul Saturday...I happened to stumble onto this song this morning.  I haven't heard it before but I love the lyrics. 

I love the reminder of . . . being still and freeing your mind and receiving God's peace.   

I hope you enjoy it. 





Thanks for stopping in.  I'll be posting more regularly now so come on back by.  I've missed you!
Then Sings My Soul Saturday is hosted by Amy.  Click here for more music!

Author has new fan . . .

 . . .one of my favorite authors has a new fan and a new book. You see . . . this fan is very, very, very discriminating. I should know it is my very own Cowboy. But he read this one . . .

The Covert Element by John L. Betcher is the third in the series. My Cowboy is asking to read the first two. And, I would suspect your husband would like it too! 

The Covert Element will have you on the edge of your seat from the beginning. Betcher does a great job of weaving an intriguing and thrilling story about current events or issues and making the story seem believable without being 'Hollywood'. The Covert Element is about Mexican drug cartels setting up drug operations in small town America.

Both Cowboy and I are waiting for the movie! We just finished Knight and Day with Tom Cruise . . . if you've seen it the Becker series remind me of the movie. Fast past and edge of your seat.

I found the summary of the story over at the authors site . . .

Former military intelligence operative, James "Beck" Becker and his CIA code-cracking wife, Beth, have retired to Beck's hometown of Red Wing, Minnesota. Their retirement has already proven more exhilarating than they'd expected.

But they could never have anticipated the new source of crime and intrigue in their small community. A Mexican drug cartel has set up shop a few miles down the road. And they're not just selling. The new meth production facility is the largest north of the Rio Grande.


To complicate matters further, Terry "Bull" Red Feather's former comrade-in-arms has come to visit. And he's on a mission. His decades-long assault on the cartels is coming to a head with a plan to blow up the Minnesota meth plant ... if he can find it. He wants Bull to help.

The Beckers' challenge? To dismantle cartel operations before a full-blown drug war breaks out in Red Wing.

There are a few other reviews already posted you can click here 
and here ... to check out what a few other readers think.

 And, you can go to the authors site to read the first chapter. Click here.

So, how do I rate The Cover Element? As many stars as allowed. I really enjoyed it and all the "Beck" stories. And, I am waiting for the next one. And, well I just can't wait for a 'Beck' movie.

Would I recommend this book? Absolutely. I would recommend it actually for any age group. With parental guidance I think even a young adult would enjoy any of Betcher's work. 

The Covert Element is available at Amazon. . .

One more thing I have been doin . . .

So if you dropped in earlier you know what I have been up to but one important thing I have been doing a lot of is scripture memorizing and actually reading my Bible more.

Here's the verse I have been working on . . .
Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23

And a photo that illustrates it . . .

Just a little reminder to myself to trust in God and not be anxious . . .

Enjoying the journey . . .

So I guess you've been wondering . . .

. . . Where I've been and what I've been doing!  I have only been able to get online for a couple of hours a couple of days a week. 

But I have been really, really busy with . . .

My drama team.  I love my boys.  This shot (sorry I can't show their faces) is part of a drama/dance for this amazing song. . . My Here Walks On Water by B-shoc.    I am so proud of them and they just make my day . . .

I am also teaching again.  Only this time I get paid!  WhooHoo!  This is a photo from last spring.  I haven't taken the time to photo my new class.  I am teaching a group of ladies from a church every Sunday!   I am hoping and praying God will build this business!

And lastly the happiest part is I/we are packing to move.  We aren't sure exactly where and hopefully by 3:00 today we will know.  This move will mean some great things for us.  Mainly I'll be back in town again and I'll be able to get on the inter-net and the most important is see our daughter!

I'll keep you posted.  Praying all my bloggy friends have a Blessed Weekend.
Love you all . . .

One of these days . . .

. . .When I get to have the inter-net again I will share with you the story of "Pal" .  It isn't just a story about him it is a story about how God's plans are amazing.  And sometimes not the same as ours. 
"Pal" lives at Christ's Haven in Keller now.  With him here all smiles are my grandson and daughter.  

I miss you all.  Hope your weeks is great!

A Friend loves . . . When?

. . .I miss my friends.  I miss you guys that visit me.  And I miss visiting you all!
It's really bad when you finally get a chance to post and you can't remember your password! 
I only have a few minutes because I am at Cowboys work but I wanted to at least leave a little 'hello' to you all. 

And to remind you that you my friends 'I love you' . . . When? At all times.  I think of you often and visit when I can.  I'll leave a comment when I can.

Just to let you know this hasn't been an intended or expected break.   And unfortunately I don't know how long it will be. 
There is no longer inter-net available where we live.  So unless I come into town (an hour away) I can't post. 

So dear sweet friends would 'ya say a little prayer for me. 
Please pray that I can make it through the next 2 months (and I am counting the days) till this assignment is over and we move on.

Hopefully I can post again soon.  Until then I leave you a huge hug! 

Titus 2uesdays

Today Darlene over at Time Warp Women was writing about her brother in law.  Here is a little of what she said . . .
'Jerry grew up in the '60s when being a gentleman was the style of the day. It wasn't only common, chivalry was expected of men. Men opened doors for their dates, pulled chairs out for women, walked on the street side of a walkway, and waited until a lady was seated before they plunked down in a chair.'
This is only part of what she was writing about how 'sweet' her bil is to her sister.  The first thing that popped into my mind was 'Wow. I wish my Cowboy was that romantic!'  To me much of what she described was romantic. 

But Darlene described it this way . . .
'His behavior reflected that of valor and strength, but it also reflected the heart of a servant, which we see in the life of Jesus Christ.'

Wow valor and strength.  The heart of a servant...the heart of a servant, which we see in the life of Jesus Christ.   For me just having my Cowboy  do nice things for me just makes me happy and makes me feel good.  Last the last two mornings when he made the bed.   But it is really about more than just how it makes me feel.  It's about . . .

'We are raising the next generation of men and women. If we want our boys to be better than what we are seeing out there, then we need to teach them how to not only respect themselves but to respect women and children as God would have them to do.'

It's also about our men raising our sons.  And grandsons.  It is about us teaching the younger generation.
'God has instructed men to love their wives as Christ loved the church and gave himself for it. Let scripture be our guide in raising these men, and let's not forget the important role of servant-hood when teaching them virtue.'

I look around at the younger women I come in contact with and the ideas and attitudes that they have about relationships and dating.  Ideas and attitudes about how they are treated by men.    One term used way too often now a days 'Baby Daddy'  or 'Baby Mama' just really causes me to stop and think.  Not only about these young people but these children.  The children that are being raised without the knowledge of Valor and Strength.  And the knowledge of having a Servant Heart.  A heart for Jesus.  

Maybe you don't come across young people in your circle of friends, co-workers or acquaintances that live in the kind of life style I am talking about.  Maybe this is just something you hear about or see in movies.  But the fact of the matter is it is out there and it is really true.  It really is sad that young men today don't know about Valor.  And that young women today don't know what it is like to be treated with respect. 

Today I was wondering if maybe you would pray for all the younger women out there.  All the young girls that are searching for love and acceptance.  And pray for the young men that they will strive to become Men of Valor and Strength.  Men after God's heart.

Darlene has a lot more to say on the subject and she has a linky going on so go over and check out her post today.  Click here.

Deeper into the Word---Book Review

Did you know that the word afraid appears 35 times in the New Testament.  And that the word fear appears 83 times.  And that each time either word is mentioned it is connected with the words 'do not' . 

Just reading these lines kind of makes me think of a trivia game.  But reading this book wasn't like learning trivia.  The author says it is 'like a shovel to help you dig deeper, or a light to help you see better.' (page 11).

There really are 100 words described and discussed. Some words are: afraid, annoint, cross, friend and many more.    The author took great care in studying the original Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic words.  As well as studying the historical and cultural contexts to provide the reader with lots of detail and information.  Included in the book is an Appendix of Helpful Websites and a Greek word index.

From the back cover:

A Fresh Look at the Words Within the Word
Words matter. God cares about them and so should we. Going a little deeper into the Bible's words can make an old passage new again, enriching your understanding of God's message to his children. Why was this word chosen rather than that one? What does it imply in its original language that you can't see in English? And without knowing Greek, how can you learn to explore the details of God's Word for yourself?

Keri Wyatt Kent provides a fresh encounter with the most important words of the New Testament. Deeper Into the Word can be used as a daily devotional or as an easy-to-use reference tool. Either way, you'll find yourself excited by the wonders of God's amazing Word.

Here's the info. from the publishers site...
Price: $13.99

ISBN: 978-0-7642-0842-3
ISBN-10: 0-7642-0842-X
Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5
Number of pages: 256
Publication Date: Jan. 11
Formats: Paperback

To purchase from the publisher click here.  Or you can purchase at Amazon.  Click here.
I really enjoyed this book.  It is a great study tool.  But it is also just fun to sit and read it or it would be great for a daily devotional.  I think it is simple enough to read for an older child or teenager as well as an adult.  It would make a great gift too. 

I received this book from Bethany House as part of thier blogger review program.  The FCC rules have been followed.  I was not asked to write a positive review. 

A Conversation with God --Book Review

                                    

I know you'll agree...this book is pretty.  The cover is speaks spring to me.  It doesn't stop at the cover the pages are actually pretty. 
Because it is so pretty I would have to recommend this book as a gift.
But wait...it is much more than just pretty.  It is is a heart to heart talk with God . . .
From the back cover:
A Conversation with God  for Women was created because your heart longs to know, "Why God?"  It's time now to find the answers you've been seeking about the past, the present and the future.  The answers to 55 of life's greatest questions come straight from the Bible,  written in the form of engaging conversations with God, Jesus, and Bible women who offer a female perspective how God especially impacts the lives of women. 

A few questions included in the book:
 A question to God: How are we made in your image?   
 A question to Jesus: Did you experience human emotions on earth?
 A question about the Bible: Did all the miracles really happen?
 A question about Life: Jesus, What does following you involve?
 A question about Prayer: Do you hear everybody's prayers?
 A question about Relationships?  What's so bad about gossip?
 A question about Good and Evil?  Are all sins the same with you?

I liked the way the book was put together.  Each chapter begins with a scripture.   Then it begins with a topic or statement followed by specific questions.  The answers are written as if God is actually having a conversation with the reader.  There isn't a lot of specific scripture mentioned during the dialogue but there are footnotes that take you to the notes section at the end of the book.  The notes support the text with the approprite scripture.  

There are 55 different questions covered in 257 pages.  Followed by over 50 pages of notes.  

I would recommend this book for anyone.  I plan to use it is a Bible study guide for the youth that I work with.  Men and women alike would enjoy this book.  The men will just have to overlook how pretty it is! 

One other thing that got my attention about the book.  And I wanted to commend the publicist and the authors choice not include endorsements.  It was refreshing to read a book that is able to stand on it's own with other peoples endorsements.

I checked to see where it is available.  You can purchase on-line at Amazon, Target.
and at a new place I haven't heard of  Deep Discount (dot) com. 

This book was provided to me for review by Booksneeze.  I was not required to write a positive review. 

Thankful Thursday

Welcome to my Thankful post

I guess the main thing I am thankful for today is

A Photo Here Today

My list is long is yours?  But, today I am just focusing being Happy and Thankful that I am able to post now and apparently able to upload photo's.  

I have been trying to make the rounds; visiting my blogging friends the last couple of days.  And I promise you all if you follow me and you have a link for me to find you I am going to visit you over the next few days.

I have missed regular posting.  Many of you know how crazy my life is.  And normally I don't let it get in the way of things that are important.  Or, imporant to me.  But for the last couple of weeks I haven't had inter-net.  It is a long story.  Mostly a server issue.  But

I am prayerful that it is totally resolved finally. 

So, that's why I am thankful today.  How about You? 

opp's before I go thought I would share this.  I found it over at Alicia's check this out . . .

See ya over there,

Worfilled Wednesday

o.k. today I am 'out foxing' the dsl server that refuses to let me download photo's. 

So what I did was go to my archives and chose the WFW post that had the most comments.  And amazing it was my favorite. 

o.k. so your wonder which one?  Well you'll have to click Here.

Loved this one.  I hope you enjoy today. 

BTW I have done some visiting and found a couple of new blogs to share and a couple of posted I really enjoyed. 

Check these out...
A Cowboy For Jesus

Verse
I'm just a little fellow, but I always want to be,
a cowboy sticking close to the Man of Galilee.
I want to do some roping of the souls who are in sin,
and keep them all for Jesus in the Holy Ghost Corral.

Chorus
I'll be a cowboy, a Christian cowboy,
I'll work for Jesus all my days.
And on the prairie or in the city,
I'll help to round up all the strays!

The song "A Cowboy For Jesus" was written by Ira Stanphill in 1948.

Found over at Sheltering Tree...click here for the link.

And something I want to do on Monday

Jesus In The Presence Tense--Book Review

(sorry no photo)
I was excited to be offered this great book from B&B media.

Jesus In The Presesnt Tense The I Am Statements of Christ by Warren W. Wiersbe is a great study book.  Here's an endorsement from the back . . .
" Who Jesus Christ is really matters, now and for eternity.  Warren Wiersbe brittalnly explores the great I Am-ness of Jesus. It's good to know who Christ is." Palmer Chinchen , PHD, speaker and author of True Religion and God Can't Sleep. 

I was struck by the title.  I think for me sometimes that I forget that Jesus is in the present.  This book did a great job of reminding me. 

The book begins with learning who God is and describing how Moses worshiped by God's command.  It continues through chapters titled: The Apostle John Provides Some Answers, The Light of the World, The Way The Truth and The Light and one enjoyed The Neglected I Way (Chapter 10) plus many more.  A total 12 Chapters and study notes in 194 pages (including credits)

Each Chapter begins with scripture and continues on with each topic backuped with passages and sections of The Word.  This was a simple read for me.  And I think would be a great study for anyone wanting to grow deeper. 
Here's the product info:

Link for the book at Christian Book click here. Paperback $11.99

Link for the book at Amazon click here.
Paperback $10.19 Kindle $9.68 Audio $21.98

And the information from David C. Cook . . .
Book - Paperback Trade

ISB: 0781404878
ISBN-13: 9780781404877 Item #: 107072
$14.99

In Jesus in the Present Tense, Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe explores the "I AM" statements of God-from His burning bush conversation with Moses, to His powerful reassurances to the Israelites, to Jesus's startling claim to be the Light of the World.

Many Christians find themselves mired in past regrets or future fears, but the name of God itself reminds readers that God wants them to live in the present. The more readers understand and apply God's I AM statements from the Old and New Testaments, the more they will realize God's peace and joy. Then they will be free to live, serve, and know God more richly in the present tense-which is just where He wants them to be.

You can order directing from the publisher . . .
Order now online click here or phone 1-800-323-7543

Want more info?  Here's another review and the first chapter.  Click here.

This book was provided for review by B and B Media.  I was not asked to write a positive to review and I have followed Trade rules.

I give up....I won't even try....

...I know I am sorry it sounds a little anonmyous doesn't it. 
But after trying repeated yesterday and today to upload photo's I give up.
I have thrown in the towel.  I have done all those other cliques I can't think of any right now but maybe you can...

But I do have a precious word from God to share with you. 
And maybe as you read you can close your eyes and drink in His Glory and His Magesty and pretend there are pretty photo's here.

I hope that even though I can't add any photo's that at least I can share a few words of encouragement. 

Today in our morning study I read these words . . .
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33”



I don't know about you but today I am looking for peace.  Peace from the crazy wind.  I keep telling Daisy (my dog) they lied when we moved to N.  I think it is  Kansas.  And, we even had a dog show up on the porch yesterday morning!  I had to tell Daisy over and over it wasn't Toto!
Yes we have another family member.  Did I get to tell you about our recent?  Well when you have a chance check out
http://www.Hopeinnchrist.org.  Isn't that the coolest name?  Hope Inn Christ is an aftercare home for boys leaving incarceration.  Right there are two boys but next week our third will arrive and then in a couple of weeks a couple more.  We will have 7 by summer!

Hope Inn Christ is a beautiful 17 acre property that used be a horse ranch years ago (dang it) but there are still some bare bones and in the next few months we'll have fences repaired and horses will be coming. 

But for now we are all just getting used to living, working, praying, learning and studying together.  I wrote on facebook a couple of days ago it is like living at church camp.  I think it is the single best experience that I have every had and I am Blessed and Grateful God chose us to be here!

So my friends in a huge nutshell that is what is going.  That and the fact that dsl doesn't work.  And we have spent two weeks trying to get it fixed. 

But, I have a plan to 'out fox' the blasted thing.  When I go to the office tomorrow I'll just upload my photo's.  Slick huh.  I suppose I could go check out one those new fangled wifi places too.  Maybe I'll try that next week. 

So until I get this internet thing fixed I'll at least be writing hopefully some uplifting words.  I really hope you'll start coming by again. 
In fact I really need you to because I think some of my review people are going to fire me.  So help a girl out and visit and leave comments.  They are checking them! 

Ya'll have a wonderful evening and visit Wordfilled Wednesday for some beautiful photo illustrations of God's word. (not here! Bummer) 

Thanks for visiting and remember . . . take heart He has overcome the world!

Handle With Prayer -A Book Review

Sorry no photo's on this post.  Please enjoy the review and check this book out.

HANDLE WITH PRAYER Unwrap the Source of God's Strength for Living by CHARLES STANLEY
As explained on the jacket this is an updated and re-released book . . .

You can open the gift of prayer that God has given you.  
In this best-selling classic,  Dr. Charles Stanley urges you to experience anew your lifeline to God--prayer.
You can go even deeper with this life-changing material in your large or small group. 
Get the most out of your group's study time by using the discussion tools in the Leader's Guide that is now included.

Each of the thirteen sessions include:
Session Goals--know the focus of each session, and learn how prayer is tied to each message.
Preparation--specific and helpful tips to organize your group's study time.
Discussion--key talking points to help guide your group's discussion.
Activities-- readings, skits, prayers, and individual reflection questions to keep your group thinking about the
power of prayer between sessions. 

Some of the chapter topics include:
Praying with authority, Answered prayer, Praying and Fasting, Praying for Others plus many more. 

For me this was a delightful book.  I was encouraged in my own prayer life.  And, I think it would be an excellent book for a group.  I am planning on using it for a group study.  I personally would love to get some of my blogging friends together and study this one. (when my inter-net is working) 

It took a little digging on my part but I did find it at Barnes and Noble if your interested in picking up a copy.
It is available at Amazon (click here and Christian Book(dot)com too click  here 

Here's the info. from the David C. Cook site: (click here to purchase)
Book - Hardcover with jacket


ISBN: 0781404460

ISBN-13: 9780781404464 Item #: 107004 ea: $16.99

Handle With Prayer is a definitive guide to the power and practice of prayer. This modern-day classic is a must-read for anyone craving a rich, intimate prayer life that produces results.
God longs to communicate with His children. He desires to move in our lives, help us through difficulties, and unveil the unseen. Yet few of us would claim to have a satisfying prayer life. So why is it that so many Christians struggle to open God's precious gift of prayer?

This revised and refreshed edition features new artwork, an enhanced study guide, and updated content to connect with today's readers.

With over 250,000 copies sold, Handle With Prayer continues to inspire believers of all backgrounds to revive their time of prayer with God.

Thanks to B and B media for offering this book for review as part of their blogger review program.

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