Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Max on Life.. Again

Thomas Nelson Publishing provided me with a copy of Max Lucado's book Max on LIfe: Answers and Insights to Your Most Important Questions, in exchange for an honest review.
I LOVE Max Lucado's ability to share his insight into the Bible and how it is still relevant to our world today. Max on Life didn't disappoint me. I love the straightfoward approach that was taken on this book. It is divided into seven chapters which categorize the questions Max Lucado answered. I have found it an easy read, nice to pick up and read a few questions here and there, and will more than likely use it to help with encouraging others in the women's ministry at our church.
Most meaningful to me was a question on worry.. I love his definition of worry as antitrust. Backing up the fact that we don't need to worry with multiple scriptures is a great reminder that God has the answers; and that the answers might need to be repeated for me once in a while!

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

History of the Bible

I was given a copy of The Story of The Bible by Larry Stone by Thomas Nelson Publishing for review.. The opinion expressed is my own and I recieve no compensation for this review. Larry Stone has done an excellent job with this book. The front cover says it best.. "the fascinating history of its writing, translation, and effect on civilization." As a christian, i have struggled through many books that discuss history of the Bible and various translations. I did not struggle through this book, i enjoyed it. The timeline and pull-out pages are excellent resources. I initially thought i would review this book and pass it on to one of my pastors. Shortly after receiving it, i knew i was going to keep it for myself. I look forward to using it to teach my children the history of the Bible later.