Uncovering the Love of Jesus by Asheritah Ciuciu

Here is the book summary:

Experience New Growth this Easter

Do you feel like Easter sneaks up on you, as if you’re spiritually and emotionally unprepared to celebrate Jesus’ death and resurrection as victorious King?

In Uncovering the Love of Jesus, Asheritah Ciuciu invites you to reclaim the Lenten season with 40 devotionals that reveal the deep love of Jesus that's exhibited at the cross and tomb. Each daily reflection looks at Jesus’ personal interactions in Scripture and leads you in meditation on a new aspect of His love. Don’t let Easter pass by this year. Reflect, engage, and be transformed as you uncover the love of Jesus and learn to love your neighbor as He would.

Includes optional family activities to help you celebrate Jesus together.

And now, my review:

Uncovering the Love of Jesus by Asheritah Ciuciu is a 7 week + devotional leading up to Easter.  What a blessing it is to look forward to reading each day as you approach Resurrection Sunday.  She gives great challenges and ideas for family memory making.  Along with that, she also includes a daily prayer and some cross-references. I have really enjoyed this author’s other work and this is right up there with what she has published so far.  I’m praying for more by her.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

https://www.amazon.com/Uncovering-Love-Jesus-Lent-Devotional/dp/0802419496/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1S0ZKYNAQ8JB1&dchild=1&keywords=uncovering+the+love+of+jesus+a+lent+devotional+by+asheritah+ciuciu&qid=1587664894&sprefix=uncovering+the+Love+of+%2Caps%2C202&sr=8-1

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https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/uncovering-the-love-of-jesus-asheritah-ciuciu/1132209497?ean=9780802419491

Sense and Sensibility Guide by Karen Swallow Prior

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Sense and Sensibility. Frankenstein. The Scarlet Letter. You’re familiar with these pillars of classic literature. You may even be able to rattle off a few quotes, but do you really know how to read them? Do you know how to read them as a Christian?
 
Through this beautifully designed series, bestselling author, literature professor, and avid reader Karen Swallow Prior will guide you through a selection of classics. She will not only navigate you through the pitfalls that trap readers today, but show you how to read them in light of the gospel, and to the glory of God.

And now, my review:

You know when you see a book and just fall in love with the look of it.  That’s what happened when I got my hands on this one.  I was pleasantly surprised by the linen cover. The gray coloring was delightful and I couldn’t wait to discover how the author guides in this book.  She adds some understanding here and there and after each volume (there are three of them) she has some reflection questions to direct you in thinking through some thoughts.  Overall, I was very pleased with this one!

I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

https://www.amazon.com/Sense-Sensibility-Jane-Austen/dp/1462796648/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1587583721&sr=8-1

https://www.christianbook.com/sense-and-sensibility-jane-austen/9781462796649/pd/796649?event=ESRCG

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/sense-and-sensibility-karen-swallow-prior/1132106923?ean=9781462796649

The Crow's Call by Wanda E Brunstetter

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Mysterious Events Plague a Greenhouse in Pennsylvania’s Amish Country
 
When Vernon King, his son, and son-in-law are involved in a terrible accident, three women are left to cope with their deaths, as they become the sole providers of the family they have left. The women’s only income must come from the family greenhouse, but someone seems to be trying to force them out of business.
 
Amy King has just lost her father and brother, and her mother needs her to help run the family’s greenhouse. It doesn’t seem fair to ask her to leave a job she loves, when there is still a sister and brother to help. But Sylvia is also grieving for her husband while left to raise three children, and Henry, just out of school, is saddled with all the jobs his father and older brother used to do. As Amy assumes her new role, she also asks Jared Riehl to put their courtship on hold. When things become even more stressful at the greenhouse, will Amy crumble under the pressure?

And now, my review:

In The Crow’s Call by Wanda E Brunstetter we see a story unfold of pain from the loss of a dad and his son in a buggy accident.  The ongoing life without them in the picture made decisions quite hard at times.  Along with all the decisions there comes some problems that they must figure out how they are going to face.  If you enjoy Amish stories that are clean and enjoyable, you’ll like this one.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

https://www.amazon.com/Crows-Call-Amish-Greehouse-Mystery-ebook/dp/B081GDVD9W/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=the+Crow%27s+Call&qid=1587479889&sr=8-5

https://www.christianbook.com/the-crows-call-1/wanda-brunstetter/9781643520216/pd/520216?product_redirect=1&search_term=the%20crow%27s%20call&Ntt=520216&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-crows-call-wanda-e-brunstetter/1132107859?ean=9781643520216

The Blizzard Bride by Susanne Dietze

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A Blizzard Changes Everything

Abigail Bracey arrives in Nebraska in January 1888 to teach school…and to execute a task for the government: to identify a student as the hidden son of a murderous counterfeiter—the man who killed her father.
 
Agent Dashiell Lassiter doesn’t want his childhood sweetheart Abby on this dangerous job, especially when he learns the counterfeiter is now searching for his son, too, and he’ll destroy anyone in his way. Now Dash must follow Abby to Nebraska to protect her…if she’ll let him within two feet of her. She’s still angry he didn’t fight to marry her six years ago, and he never told her the real reason he left her.
 
All Dash wants is to protect Abby, but when a horrifying blizzard sweeps over them, can Abby and Dash set aside the pain from their pasts and work together to catch a counterfeiter and protect his son—if they survive the storm?

And now, my review:

The Blizzard Bride by Susanne Dietze is a wonderful story of past love that comes around again.  There is a child who needs protection and the female lead chooses to go in to a town as a teacher to help this child out.  I loved reading how this unfolded right down to the man, Dash, coming around and wanting to protect her as she puts herself in this position.  This book is one of many of the books in the series by Barbour Publishing called The Daughters of the Mayflower.  Each book can be read independently from one other. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

https://www.amazon.com/Blizzard-Bride-DAUGHTERS-MAYFLOWER-11/dp/1643522930/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1587432180&sr=8-6

https://www.christianbook.com/the-blizzard-bride-11/susanne-dietze/9781643522937/pd/522937?product_redirect=1&search_term=the%20blizzard%20brid&Ntt=522937&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-blizzard-bride-susanne-dietze/1132106948?ean=9781643522937

Sojourner Truth by Barbour Publishing

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They're bold. They're fearless. They're adventurous. They have a faith that can move mountains. They're women of courage.

This series of easy-read biographies celebrates the lives of women who lived lives committed to changing the world for better. What set them apart? The willingness to live courageously for Christ, even in the midst of impossible situations.
 
In Sojourner Truth, you will meet the tall, powerful former slave and abolitionist whose biblically-based call for equality—for both African Americans and women—secured her a place in American history.
 
Wherever she appeared, the wise words and electrifying presence of Sojourner Truth brought audiences to their feet. The lengthy shadow cast by her near-six-foot frame and the challenge to injustice issued by her stinging speeches have secured her a place in American history—a place as a woman of courage.
 
Get inspired by her story, celebrate her legacy, and learn that God can use each of us for mighty things. . .if we have courage.

And now, my review:

My girls and I enjoyed this read during school this year.  It sure paints the picture of slavery which is really hard to read and listen too.  Sojourner Truth was really brave and accomplished much.  Her boldness to give speeches was inspirational to anyone who is called to do something that is not the easiest of tasks to fulfill.  Translating this to the gospel, we are so thankful that the Holy Spirit gives us exactly what we need, when we need it to fulfill the calling that God places on us.  He doesn’t call us to do something that He doesn’t equip us for. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

https://www.amazon.com/Women-Courage-Sojourner-Truth-Created/dp/1643522728/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=sojourner+truth+by+barbour&qid=1587056326&sr=8-1

https://www.christianbook.com/women-courage-sojourner-truth-created-equal/compiled-by-barbour-staff/9781643522722/pd/522722?event=ESRCG

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/women-of-courage-barbour-publishing/1136319115?ean=9781643522722

Holy Guacamole by Carrie Stephens

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Have you ever felt on the edge, alone, down and out,
or maybe wondered what in the world God can do with someone like you?
 
Sometimes you wake up feeling less than great about your life. Or your relationships. Or your job. Or your whatever.
 
Sometimes you even feel pushed to the side, put on the shelf, overlooked, and not particularly important to, well, anything.
 
Sometimes, you feel even less important. . .than a side of rice and beans. (You know, kind of like that stuff served on the side that no one really asked for?)
 
What if you found out you were something more like tableside guacamole—that fancy kind they wheel up to the table and make right on the spot?
 
What if you were made on purpose,
for a purpose that can release God’s glorious colors and flavors in the world?
 
You didn’t arrive here by accident, nor have you been served up as an unwanted side dish. The God of creation has created you, and He isn't waiting for you to become some better version of yourself so He can finally love you. . .or use you. . .or delight in you.

Generously seasoned with humor and empathy, with stories of triumph, failure, heartbreak, and redemption, Holy Guacamole will connect your heart to the unchanging truths of God’s Word and the unfailing power of God’s call to live a life full of His love for you and for the world.

God longs to reveal to you all the ways you are His beautiful, flavorful, colorful creation. Let Him show you all the ways you are Holy Guacamole—His masterpiece, His signature offering to a world in need of His love.
 

And now, my review:

The idea of this book was intriguing to me to read and see what this author has to say about purpose.  The title seemed catchy and funny to me.  I was expecting to love it but instead I found a book that does not correctly divide the Word of God.  I would not recommend this book.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.

Cauliflower Power by Lindsay Grimes Freedman

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Low in carbs, fats, and sugars, and naturally packed with vitamin C, cauliflower is the super-est of all superfoods. Why cauliflower? It’s a chameleon and can take on any flavor and texture. In her first cookbook, food blogger and recipe developer Lindsay Grimes Freedman brings her expertise in creating delicious, healthful, and practical recipes to one of the food world’s most trending topics: cauliflower. With more than 75 recipes built around the five ways to prep cauliflower (as a whole head, florets, steaks, riced, and meal), Freedman transforms this versatile veggie into smoothies and scones, pizza crusts and pasta sauces, and sides and salads. Super swaps include falafel made with cauliflower and Caesar salad made with a cauliflower-based dressing, even cauliflower nachos, “bacon” bits, tots, and French toast. The recipes are healthful and easily adaptable for any diet without skimping on flavor or satisfaction. By harnessing the power of this anti-inflammatory veggie, readers will reap all the benefits of a plant-based diet without missing out on any of the good stuff.

And now, my review:

Lindsay Grimes Freedman writes up some pretty nice recipes in Cauliflower Power.  From every meal time, including deserts, to all sorts of creative ideas like making slices into cauliflower steak.  We can’t knock it until we try it.  So, for all those who are looking for ways to change it up and insert cauliflower into their cooking, this book brings loads of inspiration.

I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

https://www.amazon.com/Cauliflower-Power-Feel-Good-Gluten-Free-Versatile-ebook/dp/B07NMDYD1M/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=cauliflower+power&qid=1587053311&sr=8-2