THE AMERICAN PATRIOT'S BIBLE - The Word of God and the Shaping of America, NKJV

The American Patriot's Bible combines The NKJV text with a wealth of articles highlighting spiritual milestones in American history along with index and concordance. The volume also includes an extensive Family History section which would potentially create a family heirloom.
I firmly believe that God has blessed America because we were a Christian nation and I fear what will happen in the future as our nation moves further and further from standards of Christian morality and faith. This Bible may serve as a reminder and a challenge of our duty as citizens to defend our faith in the public arena. It has certainly caused a passionate debate on many of the review sites.
Recently, I was made painfully aware of my inability to defend my belief in our Christian Heritage when a relative challenged me. I am glad to have this information at my fingertips in the future.
This would be a good volume for reference while studying American History if presenting a Christian Worldview is important to you.

Jesus Calling by Sarah Young

This 366 day daily devotional challenges, encourages and teaches readers to abide in Christ. The author invites the reader to share with her the messages that Jesus has impressed on her spirit as she has developed the habit of quietly listening to His still small voice. His invitation the trust Him completely and to be thankful for His loving care becomes an overarching theme throughout. Each message is followed by recommended Scriptures that give authority to the messages.

When I first received this book, I read the first three months in one sitting and finished it the next day. Now I am looking forward to going back through it one day at a time and reading the recommended Scriptures and journaling as I go. I feel compelled to seek the closeness that the author enjoys with my Savior and am thankful that she has shared her journey with me.

This book would make an excellent gift for someone who is going through a difficult time. In fact, I will have to purchase a new copy because I gave mine away when I learned that my friend's elderly mother has quit eating and will probrably be going home soon.

Many thanks to Thomas Nelson Publishers for their Book Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/

The Principle of The Path by Andy Stanley

WARNING-If you do not want to be challenged to re-evaluate the choices you have made and are making DO NOT READ this book. If you do read you will no longer be able to blame anyone but yourself for the consequences of you actions. You will make choices with your eyes wide open. I have made choices that I regretted and wondered, "How did I deceive myself into believing that these were good choices?" Now I know.
Andy Stanley does a masterful job of teaching individuals how to use their heads instead of being led by the deceitfulness of their hearts. He uses humor and storytelling to lead the reader to a clear understanding of the inescapable principles at work behind every decision. He includes a study guide to further enhance the readers grasp of the principles and to help apply the principles to life.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson and their Book Review Blogger Program

"The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

"The Noticer" is one of those books that is so simple it is profound. The main character, Jones (not Mr. Jones, just Jones) changes the lives of everyone he meets by simply helping them to see things a little differently. Jones always appears at a choice moment and then is gone before you know leaving behind a new perspective that shines a new light on a problem and illuminates a path of greater understanding that leads to a better outcome.
The book was engaging and easy to read and left me feeling hopeful, thoughtful and encouraged. From the first paragraph I was convinced that this was a book I really needed to read. I was feeling discouraged and frustrated and realized right away that a new perspective could make a difference and it did. Jones was very mysterious and the reader is left with questions about exactly who he was supposed to be. But he was very much someone I would hope to meet and be glad to know. Perhaps I could be Jones to someone I know.
The characters that Jones meets and helps with his unique perspective were easily recognizable types the reader can identify with and thus profit from Jone's message. Many elements/lessons in the book were very familiar, but were pulled together in the book for a greater impact.
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Review of The Word of Promise Next Generation CEV New Testament

Thomas Nelson Publishing has created an excellent avenue for reaching today's tech savvy youth with their new dramatic audio version of the Children's English Version of the New Testament. Not only is the mp3 format easy to use and the text easy to understand, but they chose the actors that most young people know and love. The all-star cast includes:

• Anna Sophia Robb


• Corbin Bleu


• Emily Osment


• Cody Linley


• Sean Astin


• Jordin Sparks and


• Marshall Allman

With book introductions by Max Lucado and Jenna Lucado.

The 75 minute "behind the scenes" DVD includes interviews with the stars. I found it very encouraging to hear the cast members describing their individual relationships with Christ. Each one spoke of the importance of being faithful to His Word and the value of dependence on God. Each one seemed genuinely thrilled to be working on a project with a strong spiritual value and potential to change lives. I hope that the project will have a powerful and long-lasting impact on their lives as they are in many ways the leaders and spokespersons for the next generation.

The quality of the product was excellent as well. The sound effects did not overpower the words but nicely complemented the text making it come to life and adding interest.

Community

This month I am celebrating my second anniversary at The Savior's Touch. It has been a steep learning curve dealing with ordering and accounting and operations. My life verse for this season has been "Lord, I don'tknow what to do but my eyes are on you." 2 Ch 20:12 But, the greatest lesson I have learned is that I have been missing out on knowing my brothers and sisters in Christ who don't go to my church. I have been blessed to share in the joys and struggles and lives of so many wonderful people. I love going to The Savior's Touch!

We (David and Deborah and Danny and Theresa) want our friend to get to know each other through the wonders of technology. Through our soon to launch web site, Facebook, our blog, email and a new medium called twitter we can share what is going on and pray for each other in real time! Amazing!

Are you launching a new Bible Study, having a guest speaker or musician, or putting on a special holiday program? Let us help you spread the word. Imagine having to set a capacity cap instead of hoping people will come!

You are invited to join our community by becoming a "fan" of our Facebook page. Once a "fan" you will be notified by email whenever a new item is posted. You can visit our page and post a notice about your event and our entire community will see it!

We will also use these avenues to inform you of special promtion in the store and will post coupons and special prices and sales.

I want to thank all of our wonderful customers for a blessed two years and look forward to getting to know all of you better in the years to come.

Join The Jury in Randy Singer's new Novel "The Justice Game"

Are there any Randy Singer fans out there? My Rep from Tyndale sent me the following email about his new book which will be released this summer.

• In order to create excitement for his next release, Randy has created a video that will give readers an opportunity to vote on the outcome of the trial in his book. You will have the chance to view a short 5 minute video and then act as a member of the fury. Tandy's conclusion to the book will reflect the voting.
• Please go to : www.randysinger.net, click on the button in The Justice Game banner and view the closing arguments in the case. Then render your verdict. It would be a great help if you'd be willing to forward this on to your friends and fellow book enthusiast.

I have not read any of his books yet. However, when I read his bio on the site above I was intrigued. Just for fun please respond to my blog and tell me who you think did it after you watch the video.