He Chose the Nails (What God Did to Win Your Heart by Max Lucado
Published by Thomas Nelson Publishers
This book was provided to me free of charge by Thomas Nelson Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
He Chose the Nails, What God Did to Win Your Heart. The title says it all.
The God of the Universe, the maker of the stars and sky, of all we see and don't see, became man and dwelt among us. And in order to win us, to create a relationship with us, and to make a way available to spend eternity with us, chose a cruel way for His son to die.
He chose the nails. He chose the cross. He chose the spear. Even though it would cost His son, Jesus, His very life, He chose the pain, and suffering for us.
God wasn't shocked when they mistreated His Son. He wasn't surprised that they beat Him and put a crown of thorns on His head. He wasn't surprised at the mocking or the hatred.
What if we were God? Would we have chosen the same fate for our Only Son? I think not!!! But God knew the only way for all our sins to be forgiven was by the suffering and death of the only sinless human ever created. So He chose the nails for us.
Max Lucado's books are defintely my favorite non-fiction books. I could read them all the time and get something new out of them. The word pictures and life examples make them resonate with me long after I finish the books. I recommend anyone getting this book, and reading through it carefully. It will show you the love of a Holy God in ways you may never have imagined.
Just think, He chose the nails just for you.
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Prize of My Heart
Prize of My Heart by Lisa Norato
Published by Bethany House Publishers
Prize of My Heart was provided to me free of charge by Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review of the book.
Captain Brogan Talvis has been on a search for his son for the last 3 years, ever since his late wife disappeared with him. His search has finally led him to a shipbuilder, Nathaniel Huntley, and his daughter who have adopted "Drew" and raised him as their own.
When Brogan meets the family, he is surprised to find that he is attracted to Lorena, Nathaniel's daughter, who has been a loving caregiver to his son.
Lorena is surprised to discover that she, too, is falling for Brogan.
But both Lorena and Brogan have secrets. What will happen when they discover what the other is hiding? Will their love survive?
That love is tested when Lorena is kidnapped by a trusted friend, and would be suitor. Now Brogan will have to choose between rescuing the woman who has captured his heart, and the son he has searched for for so long.
Published by Bethany House Publishers
Prize of My Heart was provided to me free of charge by Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review of the book.
Captain Brogan Talvis has been on a search for his son for the last 3 years, ever since his late wife disappeared with him. His search has finally led him to a shipbuilder, Nathaniel Huntley, and his daughter who have adopted "Drew" and raised him as their own.
When Brogan meets the family, he is surprised to find that he is attracted to Lorena, Nathaniel's daughter, who has been a loving caregiver to his son.
Lorena is surprised to discover that she, too, is falling for Brogan.
But both Lorena and Brogan have secrets. What will happen when they discover what the other is hiding? Will their love survive?
That love is tested when Lorena is kidnapped by a trusted friend, and would be suitor. Now Brogan will have to choose between rescuing the woman who has captured his heart, and the son he has searched for for so long.
The Captive Heart
The Captive Heart by Dale Cramer
Published by Bethany House Publishers
This book was provided to me free of charge by Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review of the book.
The Captive Heart is the continuing story of the daughters of Caleb Bender. It follows the life of Miriam, Caleb's 19 year old daughter, who has never had a beau, and is old enough to be considered "old maid" material.
As we begin the book, we find Miriam struggling with her growing attraction to the Mexican man, Domingo, who has helped protect her family over the past year as they worked to establish an Amish community in Paradise Valley, Mexico.
Domigo has a pet name for Miriam, "Cualnezqui", which means Beautiful One. The problem with her falling for Domingo is that although he is a man of courage, and gentle with Miriam, he is not Amish, and the Amish frown on marrying outside their religion.
Her emotions become even more complicated when more Amish families move down to expand the community, and bring along a young Amishman, Micah, who has set his sights on Miriam.
As Domingo haunts her dreams, Miriam will have big decisions to make that will affect the rest of her life.
Read to find out what decision Miriam makes.
Dale Cramer has become a new favorite of mine in Amish Fiction. His books were recommended by Beverly Lewis, and I'm glad I took her advice and read his books. Read this series and see if you agree with me.
Published by Bethany House Publishers
This book was provided to me free of charge by Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review of the book.
The Captive Heart is the continuing story of the daughters of Caleb Bender. It follows the life of Miriam, Caleb's 19 year old daughter, who has never had a beau, and is old enough to be considered "old maid" material.
As we begin the book, we find Miriam struggling with her growing attraction to the Mexican man, Domingo, who has helped protect her family over the past year as they worked to establish an Amish community in Paradise Valley, Mexico.
Domigo has a pet name for Miriam, "Cualnezqui", which means Beautiful One. The problem with her falling for Domingo is that although he is a man of courage, and gentle with Miriam, he is not Amish, and the Amish frown on marrying outside their religion.
Her emotions become even more complicated when more Amish families move down to expand the community, and bring along a young Amishman, Micah, who has set his sights on Miriam.
As Domingo haunts her dreams, Miriam will have big decisions to make that will affect the rest of her life.
Read to find out what decision Miriam makes.
Dale Cramer has become a new favorite of mine in Amish Fiction. His books were recommended by Beverly Lewis, and I'm glad I took her advice and read his books. Read this series and see if you agree with me.
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