5* This book stays on my shelf within reach for re-reading anytime. So much practical advice in this book for training your brain to think truthful th5* This book stays on my shelf within reach for re-reading anytime. So much practical advice in this book for training your brain to think truthful thoughts, taking passages straight from the Bible as the ultimate truth. The Life=Change=Loss=Grief sequence will stay with me forever, helpfully reminding me to name the losses, process the sadness, and move on toward growth. Recommend for ANYONE to read, not just depression sufferers....more
4* I enjoyed reading this very much! By the author of Boundaries. Halfway thru I was a little discouraged because the book seemed mostly aimed at busi4* I enjoyed reading this very much! By the author of Boundaries. Halfway thru I was a little discouraged because the book seemed mostly aimed at business management, but then it got more personal. One situation was exactly me, I felt like someone finally described exactly what motivates me. The author divides people into 3 categories - wise, foolish, and evil. I found that interesting....more
4* I would like to give this book 5 stars, I loved Trevor Noah's story and his narration. It's 4 stars because the language (f-bombs frequently used, 4* I would like to give this book 5 stars, I loved Trevor Noah's story and his narration. It's 4 stars because the language (f-bombs frequently used, not much worse) makes it a poor choice for family listening. Also there was a casual attitude toward shoplifting and porn. But the story telling is superb! So full of love, tragedy, tenderness, and hilarity! I LOVED his Christian mother, she is the star of the story. I was moved to tears especially near the end. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to try it....more
5* This book is absolutely fascinating. Ya I know, a book about math? Not everyone will be interested. But if you think you might be, try it! One of t5* This book is absolutely fascinating. Ya I know, a book about math? Not everyone will be interested. But if you think you might be, try it! One of the main themes is that using calculators and programs, humans can do things far beyond our capacity for understanding and judging risk. Building bridges, dosing medicine, computer coding, and so much more. Mistakes happen and it is good to learn from them. Not point fingers and punish but rather have good systems to catch mistakes, while living with a known factor of risk. The idea that doctors or engineers don't (aren't allowed to) make mistakes is not helpful or healthy. Some of the mistakes written about are deadly while others are pure comedy. Fantastic reading....more
4* This book is written in a very easy conversation style. Mr and Mrs Kev are two social media figures who work in comedy. Their practical marriage ad4* This book is written in a very easy conversation style. Mr and Mrs Kev are two social media figures who work in comedy. Their practical marriage advice is delivered with humor and flair. I was hooked from the first chapter where Melissa debunks the false promise that marriage be easy if you've kept yourself pure. Yes this book does address the topic of sex, and much more....more
4* Very enjoyable study of habits in our everyday lives. Good habits, bad habits, why some stick and others are impossible, one size doesn't fit all, 4* Very enjoyable study of habits in our everyday lives. Good habits, bad habits, why some stick and others are impossible, one size doesn't fit all, everything gets analyzed here! I'm not sure of any specific habit I will adopt because of this book, but it was fun to read and definitely an inspiration to self-discipline....more
4* His life/marriage story as told by Rory Lee Feek, highly interesting. Can not help but respect a man who has been through some of those things and 4* His life/marriage story as told by Rory Lee Feek, highly interesting. Can not help but respect a man who has been through some of those things and come out with a stronger faith than before....more
6* I think this is the best book I've read in years, and I've read great books. I did not read this for parenting purposes but for myself. Statistics 6* I think this is the best book I've read in years, and I've read great books. I did not read this for parenting purposes but for myself. Statistics show that only 4% of millennials hold a biblical worldview. I can expect that society will not reinforce, but will undermine what my children have been taught about the Bible. This apologetics book explains so many cultural lies. There are causes or statements that appear innocent, but in reality are at enmity with God. The chapters are written by several different women of wisdom. Lots of well-researched and documented history included. Their website also has amazing resources for Christian mothers....more
4* Brené Brown knocks it out of the park with her real life stories. Great examples of individuals rising after a fall and reckoning with what happene4* Brené Brown knocks it out of the park with her real life stories. Great examples of individuals rising after a fall and reckoning with what happened. Especially in the most important area, being true to ourselves and our values. Sometimes the biggest business mistakes are not the ones that result in financial loss, but the ones that result in a moral loss. I love the quote that underpins this book (and all Brené's work on vulnerability) "It is not the critic who counts..." I took off 1 star because toward the end it got a little repetitive or preachy. The language Brené and her family use wouldn't copy that well into my family's style. ...more
5* Required reading for every young Christian who owns a smartphone! This book helped me understand what is inside us that by default gets addicted to5* Required reading for every young Christian who owns a smartphone! This book helped me understand what is inside us that by default gets addicted to technology and entertainment. Very solid biblical teaching necessary today because of the devices everywhere. Any age can read this book. Thanks to Gary Miller for his work and writing....more
4* This is an amazing book. Tara tells the story of her odd childhood with calm maturity. Having a bipolar or schizophrenic parent is a big hurdle to 4* This is an amazing book. Tara tells the story of her odd childhood with calm maturity. Having a bipolar or schizophrenic parent is a big hurdle to overcome as she grows up, fights for her right to go to school, identifies patterns of abuse in her family, and sorts out her own worldview. Highly recommend for anyone age 15+. ...more
5* This book clarifies our attitude toward many risks... I always knew that when we try to bubble wrap kids and keep them 100% safe, there is an alter5* This book clarifies our attitude toward many risks... I always knew that when we try to bubble wrap kids and keep them 100% safe, there is an alternative risk that we don't always take into account, like obesity or lack of enjoyment or other things that are hard to identify. Mr. Carson does a perfect job of explaining his formula for calculating risks and how accepting risk is part of living an abundant life....more
5* A remarkable book on the topic of success! I enjoyed it very much. When reading any Malcolm Gladwell book I understand the world a little better af5* A remarkable book on the topic of success! I enjoyed it very much. When reading any Malcolm Gladwell book I understand the world a little better after all the snippets of history, statistics, and stories....more
4* Genuine and vulnerable, Caitlin shares stories from the farm and the lessons God has taught her along the way. As a farmer's wife I could relate to4* Genuine and vulnerable, Caitlin shares stories from the farm and the lessons God has taught her along the way. As a farmer's wife I could relate to about every one! Caitlin is true blue - salt of the earth. I guess I knocked off one star because her writing style and stories did get a bit repetitive. Content 5*...more
4* I am not pointing fingers at anyone else! We find entitlement attitudes in our home a lot. So any tips that help us recognize and battle it are hel4* I am not pointing fingers at anyone else! We find entitlement attitudes in our home a lot. So any tips that help us recognize and battle it are helpful. Some of the book felt like repetition as the author drives home his point about choosing the Hard Way. Just when I was getting discouraged, the book switched gears to inspiring themes of abundance, dreams, and fulfilling relationships....more
3* Very well researched, using a wide variety of stories with different lessons. The audiobook is really interesting - many snippets from history incl3* Very well researched, using a wide variety of stories with different lessons. The audiobook is really interesting - many snippets from history included like the voices of Neville Chamberlain, Sandra Bland, and more. It isn't what I was expecting, though. I was hoping the book was going to dive into understanding and appreciating people from different cultures. Instead, it is a book about how hard it is to spot a fraudster, pedophile, criminal or spy....more
4* Admiral McRaven's speech for graduates is one of the best! Love this little book that contains the original speech, plus more stories that illustra4* Admiral McRaven's speech for graduates is one of the best! Love this little book that contains the original speech, plus more stories that illustrate the lessons. ...more
5* This is an amazing, inspiring memoir. Jimmy has overcome so much in life, and is an example of courage and heart. The story dragged a little during5* This is an amazing, inspiring memoir. Jimmy has overcome so much in life, and is an example of courage and heart. The story dragged a little during part 3 when Jimmy was a rising singer/songwriter in Nashville. But then came the story of Jimmy's walk, which was the best part! Love this book and I think anyone will be inspired by reading it. Some themes are: helping foster kids, especially older foster kids... the power of music to inspire and tell a story... following God's call to forgive and love one another....more
5* This is a great introduction to the Enneagram types. There is no sugar-coating the faults of the different types - I winced while reading mine. Hel5* This is a great introduction to the Enneagram types. There is no sugar-coating the faults of the different types - I winced while reading mine. Helpfully written from a Christian point of view, there are suggestions given for each type to become more mature, authentic, and Christlike. As for understanding others, I guess I have such well-balanced people in my life that I can't even say which types they are....more
4* I enjoyed this short book, with its scenarios of life choices. How close could one be to heaven, and yet hang on to some sin or fault or misunderst4* I enjoyed this short book, with its scenarios of life choices. How close could one be to heaven, and yet hang on to some sin or fault or misunderstanding. The final divorce will be forever. ...more
5* An encouraging book on the topic of worry, with teaching based on the Bible and who God is. This is not a book addressing deeper mental health issu5* An encouraging book on the topic of worry, with teaching based on the Bible and who God is. This is not a book addressing deeper mental health issues, but is for any Christian who wants to live life with stronger faith and less fretting....more
5* Written so well! Easy to read and fascinating portrayal of Romanian people and culture. I cried when reading Romanian adoption stories, knowing man5* Written so well! Easy to read and fascinating portrayal of Romanian people and culture. I cried when reading Romanian adoption stories, knowing many people in my community who are Romanian-born. ...more
3* There is a variety included here, some of which I loved and a few I really disliked. So it averages out to 3 stars. I will try another 'Best Food W3* There is a variety included here, some of which I loved and a few I really disliked. So it averages out to 3 stars. I will try another 'Best Food Writing' if I come across it, sifting through it for the essays that speak to me....more
4* I felt a bit 'doomsday' while reading this true story, as we know it ends in the violent death of five young missionary husbands.4* I felt a bit 'doomsday' while reading this true story, as we know it ends in the violent death of five young missionary husbands....more
5* Gary Miller does a fantastic job of explaining some of the issues surrounding internet use. He puts a name and a frame to some of the battles a Chr5* Gary Miller does a fantastic job of explaining some of the issues surrounding internet use. He puts a name and a frame to some of the battles a Christian must win to be an overcomer and use technology wisely. Recommended reading for every Christian home....more
4* Amanda's story is worth reading. I was inspired by her mental strength and her commitment to hope. She is a true survivor. Travelling to Somalia ag4* Amanda's story is worth reading. I was inspired by her mental strength and her commitment to hope. She is a true survivor. Travelling to Somalia against better advice was not wise, but Amanda did not deserve the abuse and torture her captors inflicted. That she could survive and forgive is a miracle. ...more
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