Jolt!

Jolt!Get the Jump on a World That's Constantly Changing

By Phil Cooke
Published by Thomas Nelson

I would say Jolt! is one of my favorite book i've ever read so far and Phil Cooke has write a book that can constantly change you from a world that is constantly bombarded with digital and misconceptions the world has to offer about success. This book has been in and out of my bookshelves, read it thoroughly, discover who you are, know your self, boost your potential and live a life that is far beyond your limitation... 

"A lot of people climbs in the ladder of success only to find out that the ladder is leaning against the wrong wall, the more you get the more you want" --John Maxwell. That defines me, I want to success in every aspect of my life but I forgot the One who gaves all the talent, love and life to me. Its really a shot a shot to head to me, this book reveals me. If you want change read it now! Boost your potential? Read it now! 
Change the world, change your self first! From  the life God wants you to be. Highly recommended! 

Disclaimrer: I got free copy of this book through booksneeze program. I not required to write positive or negative review, all opinion are my own.

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The Blessing

Giving the Gift of Unconditional Love and Acceptance

By John Trent & Gary Smalley
Published by Thomas Nelson

I had the oppurtonity to review one of the most renowned writer-- John trent. The Blessing, challenging yet very compelling book to read. I would say that this book is not just for parents, for at any stage of life.
Every story is full of insightful truths... I'm not a father but still I can do relate to the book, it gaves an avenue of truth on how should a father be like, how the power of touch can change a life of a child, how a father's blessing important to childs life.
I read a little longer not because its hard to relate but because it makes me think of every chapter, every stories...
John and Gary has write a book that for sure will be one of your favorite book, such exciting book to read! If you had a stuggle against parenthood, about being an effective father then read this! If you want to better know your son/daughter, read this! I can guarantee you, your gonna be a not perfect but a better parent-- thats no empty-promise.

Disclaimrer: I got free copy of this book through booksneeze program. I not required to write positive or negative review, all opinion are my own.

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This Thing of Ours

This Thing of Ours 

How Faith Saved My Mafia Marriage 

By Cammy Franzese 

Published by Thomas Nelson

The life they are a part of is filled with violence and anger and they need the Lord Jesus just like we all do...  in a witness protection or the Mafia killed you, so how did her husband escape this? She had to have Faith or just be naive to have stuck out the marriage. Maybe my expectations were just to high considering the title of the book. They began seeing each other, dating, and would eventually marry. When she married him, she was young and naive and not really aware of the fact that he was involved in a Mafia family. This is a fascinating, easy read on how a leader in the Mob finds a Christian wife and is eventually chosen by God Almighty to enter a new life as a born-again Christian. t I really want to learn more about. To walk away from millions of dollars and a lifestyle that he had been in his who life to go straight is truly remarkable. I liked this book well enough, and to some people I would think it would be very interesting. 

. I say this because most of the lessons being taught can be used in your life. These lessons are life lessons and will help you to live a better and more fulfilling life. The author relates the hardened,unvarnished stories of the most notorious underworld figures in their own words. He then cites the lessons from history that serve as reminders of Santayana's axiom regarding remembering the past. 

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. 

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I Love You to God and Back

I Love You to God and BackA Mother and Child Can Find Faith and Love Through Bedtime PrayersBy Amanda LambPublished by Thomas Nelson

These prayers and Amanda's reflections make up I Love You to God and Back. I have to admit this book did not end up being the book I set out to read. Each chapter could have been a blog post, and the story could have been read slowly over time. However, to sit down and try to read this book all at once was too much for me.  I love you to God and back illustrates the significance of Bedtime prayer not only for children but parents too. It allows parent and child to reconnect after the events of the day.  Amanda Lamb continues her journey into motherhood when her two girls reach school age and start asking questions about everything from politics to race to religion. They also start noticing things and want to talk about them. . It would have been nice if Lamb had even spent the least bit of effort to try and fill in some of the blanks. I feel she does a solid job laying out the story in a thoughtful and intelligent manner. Only one person knows. 

Note: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. 

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A Place Called Blessing

A Place Called Blessing

Where Hurting Ends and Love BeginsBy John Trent with Annette SmithPublished by Thomas Nelson

Place called blessed: I wish that more time was spent on Josh's time in the foster care system as a teenager instead of jumping from being a child to being 18. When it got to him being on his own though, I couldn't stop reading.  kept wondering when the hurting would stop. I felt sad by the unfairness of life.  I would recommend this book to anyone! Trent's has a partnered ministry with Focus on the Family, called The Blessing Challenge. It provides the readers of his book with an opportunity to do something...  this book was not entirely applicable to me, nor to my wife. However, there were still things we were reminded of and we did plenty of self-evaluations as we read through the book. Honestly, I believe this book is most applicable to parents who feel as if they weren't entirely loved or accepted by their own parents and who worry that they may not show proper love to their own children.  would go as far to recommend that all parents, especially those of younger children, read this book to help them understand the importance of blessing their children. This book would especially make a good gift to first-time expecting parents.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher through the BookSneeze.com bloggers program.I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own.

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Going Deep

Going Deep

Becoming A Person of Influence

By Gordon MacDonald

Every individual character in the book you can relate to and picture that person in your life. This book can change the way we think, it certainly has changed mine. This book really does give you the opportunity to become a person of influence, and I really think that I am on my way to learning. It will encourage you to grow and become more mature in your Christian walk. I think this would be an awesome idea starter for pastors and their fellowships, but as a mere sheep in the flock of millions, this was a bit too much for me.I think that this is a great book and follows in a great line of other books by Gordon MacDonald. I deeply appreciate that he tells stories, and is incredibly open about his own life and experience. I recommend anything he has published. 
Gordon has has written a masterpiece, written with pure love and talent! If you missed this book, then you miss 25% of your christian maturity. A must read!

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The Book of ManReadings on the Path to Manhood

By William Bennett

 I discovered with delight in this book. And ALL of them are new to my early-teen grandsons. We've got some lost time to make up for, but I'm thankful... Bennet is inspiring to read and renews ones faith!  these selections will benefit, encourage, and inspire him as they do me.The thing that matters is whether he did the crime. We all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. We all need a Savior. We have all done the crime.  believe this book will be an encouragement to everyone who reads it because it is relevant to all who struggle,  sheds light on the struggles of well known people and how the Lord changed their lives. I never understood what it meant when someone said God healed them or that finding Christ gave them new life. I found Christ in my late 30s and I always find testimony stories uplifting and interesting.  know that seems to be going through something. Which, as I said before, turns out to be everyone, so possibly find some comfort in that. Don't hesitate, this book is wonderful. I recommend it.

I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

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