After the Hangover: the Conservatives' Road to Recovery

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Chris MacKinnon

The Conservative movement in America curiously finds itself in the spotlight again. After the May’s primaries, several career politicians are finding themselves with nothing to do after January 2011. Prior to that, the state of Massachusetts, long considered a Democrat stronghold, elected a Republican senator to fill the vacant seat of the late Ted Kennedy. People are talking. Questions are being asked. Television and radio news agencies are buzzing. Life seems to be flowing in the veins of the conservative movement again. Life some might attribute to the caffeine from the Tea Party.

Maybe it’s simpler than that. Maybe Conservatism in America is following a pattern or redeveloping, evolving. Since its shaping in the mid-twentieth century, the movement has had its ups and downs. In 1994 the Republicans took control of Congress, but lost it again in 2006. A Conservative sat in The Oval Office for five out of seven terms between 1981 and 2009. But since election night 2008, connecting the Democratic presidential victory with its congressional victor two years prior, political pundits cry the end of conservatism on the horizon. Enter this book by R. Emmett Tyrell, Jr: After the Hangover: the Conservatives’ Road to Recovery.

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In the Eye of Deception: A True Story

Posted on May 5, 2010 by unregistered

In the Eye of Deception by Nikki Rosen
ISBN 978-1926633-20-690000 164 pages
Cost 19.99
Available at www.gentlerecovey.webs.com

As I read “In the Eye of Deception” I was drawn into a world of abuse and lies. The author documents her life from growing up in an abusive home to a life on the streets. She takes the reader into places that are unimaginable. This book will give you a glimpse into the mind and heart of someone who has been tormented by the evils of abuse. It is a story of a bruised and broken spirit that has been touched and restored by the powerful love and grace of God. Your faith will be encouraged as the author encounters God and is transformed by His healing touch in a profound way. It is a powerful story of redemption. It is a powerful story of how God can turn what is meant to destroy us into something which uplifts us and glorifies HIM.

I give In The Eye of Deception 5 out of 5 stars. The book is fantastic. The book will indeed set you free.

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The 8 Principles Of Goals And S.U.C.C.E.S.S.

Posted on May 5, 2010 by unregistered

I give this book 5-STARS! This book is by far number one with me. I have never read a book like it. It takes you down a road of total success for your life in way that is totally different from all the normal worldly, self help, motivational books. This book provides the who, what, when, where, why and how!

It hits on all areas of how one can change there carnal mindset to a spiritual mindset. The best part about is that it is biblically based. I had no idea that goals and success originated from the Bible. Hey, the website is www.the8principlesofgoalsandsuccess.com – you got to check this out. I did order the book!

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The Land Tamers by Stephen Bly

Posted on April 30, 2010 by unregistered

I give this book 5 stars, but would give it much more.
How 3 unlikely people become friends, which faced gunfights, robberies, romance, family, war and ambush. Sandy Thompson’s family all died in the war and he’s going west to see last living sister. Montana Mudd befriends him on the train. After he gets hit over the head in which Mudd is a part of the reason, Mudd escapes and leaves Sandy. He then meets famous No Neck Mowery in the wilderness, he has a daughter half Indian, then there is an ambush, No Neck dies, Sandy must take Mowery, No Necks daughter to the missionary school. Meets up with Mudd again, has Indian fights, finally showdown with Yankee officer. Runs from his past, but it always catches up with him. Sandy then meets his friend from his childhood who is a sheriff now.
The overall message is inspiring and it tells us not to ever give up in our dreams. Things happen and we find we%u2019re not going the way we thought we should but God always knows where we are going and why.
It was very entertaining and I couldn’t wait to see what happened next. It’s a book you will want to finish in one setting. I would highly recommend this book to everyone who loves westerns, fighting the odds, romance and not giving up.
I always like to look in the book to see where the title comes in. This book to me it seems like it took all kinds of people from all walks of life to tame the land. No matter who we are we are all important and play a role in life.
The Land Tamers is very suspenseful at times like the stampeding cattle, the Indian fight to win Mowery and the ending of the book, which you don’t want to miss.
Epilogue has facts about people from the story. Really interesting and informative. You will absolutely want this book for your collection.
This book was given to me by the author for review purposes.

 Reviewed by: Trinity Rose

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Third Time's a Charm

Posted on April 20, 2010 by unregistered

TITLE: Third Time%u2019s a Charm: A Novel
AUTHOR: Virginia Smith
FORMAT: Paperback, Kindle
PAGES: 327
PRICE: $10.19 (print), $9.99 (kindle)
ISBN-10: 0800732340
ISBN-13: 9780800732349

Tori Sanderson is the youngest of the three Sanderson sisters. She loves to shop for designer clothes and shoes.

Her two older sisters fix her up with Ryan, a farm boy from her hometown. Over time Tori slowly falls in love with Ryan, much to her two older sisters%u2019 delight. Unfortunately, Ryan%u2019s busybody sister-in-law interferes way too much, showing up at their first date with her two sons. The two older Sanderson sisters are also not quite as bad at interfering but they do invade their sister%u2019s love life asking Ryan for details after each date. In fact, they go as far as to show up at the hardware store where Ryan works!

Tori works at a very high pressure job in a nearby town and has a boss that expects her to work 24/7. She%u2019s also up for a promotion along with her coworker, Mitch. If Mitch gets the promotion, Tori would work for him so the competition between the two is fierce!

Mitch also has his eye on Tori and can%u2019t figure out what Tori sees in Ryan.

Tori%u2019s possible promotion adds further complications to their relationship since she has to work harder than ever hardly leaving her time to breathe much less date. She has to do her regular job as well as garner experience and get a presentation together for the owners of a restaurant. Whoever has the best presentation and wins the restaurant owners over, gets the promotion. So, the competition between Tori and Mitch is fierce!

I truly enjoyed this easy to read book but was a bit disappointed in the beginning. Tori is at the mall buying a gift for her sister, Joan%u2019s, wedding shower present. While she%u2019s in the mall she sees a pair of designer shoes that she thinks she has to have. This makes her late for Joan%u2019s wedding shower! How can you be late for one of your sisters%u2019 biggest events in her life? From there on the book got much better.

This is the last book in the Sister-to-Sister series. As a sister myself, I could relate to the three sisters. I%u2019ve never read a book from this trilogy before but after reading this book, I would like to read the other two books. This Christian book is easy to read without being %u2018preachy%u2019. This book has to be in any church library and in your own personal library!

To learn more about the author please visit: http://www.virginiasmith.org or if you would like to purchase this charming book visit: http://www.amazon.com. You will find the link to the book in Kindle form on this same page.

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Hunter's Moon by Don Hoesel

Posted on March 31, 2010 by unregistered

With his grandfather dying, author C.J. Baxter heads back to a place he hasn’t been in over 17 years – home. The power hungry Baxter family and their home have been sitting atop Franklin County%u2019s highest point for over 200 years. Their goal to become as powerful as the renowned Irish-American Kennedy clan only succeeds as far as the town of Adelia. Even though he has become something of a hometown celebrity, C.J. isn’t welcomed by his own family. However, once he is there, Adelia, N.Y. seems like a good place to escape from a failing marriage, bad book reviews, a probable lawsuit and possible arrest. After being attacked by his older brother, Graham, C.J. decides he can be as ruthless as his family and determines to reveal the deep, dark family secrets. Risking much, he begins to write an expose’. Graham Baxter is running for Senate and in his grab for power the last thing he wants is for C.J. to write about his transgressions. Graham, his father, and his campaign manager struggle to keep C.J. quiet in order to save the run for election.

Hunter’s Moon is the second novel of Don Hoesel. I completely enjoyed reading this captivating mystery! The suspense in the novel kept me reading late into the night, and the outcome was completely unexpected. The Library Journal is quoted on the cover saying, “This intelligent drama will appeal to readers who enjoy stories about…the faith that guides one through life.” With that, I disagree. There was very little faith mentioned in the book – C.J. is a new Christian struggling to forgive but you really don’t see his character seeking God to direct his many decisions. However, the book is a great read and I look forward to reading more from Don Hoesel and sharing them with my teen-age sons.
Thank you to Bethany House for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.

reviewed by Sandra

http://langford7.blogspot.com

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Creation's Heartbeat

Posted on March 22, 2010 by unregistered

At the place of entry, the key is often hidden.

By close study of the Hebrew of Genesis 1:1 and by using traditional Judaic techniques and sources, Creation%u2019s Heartbeat reveals an astonishing truth. The opening words of the Bible speak of Yeshua ha Messiach, Jesus Christ, and the purpose of His sacrifice.
Detailed findings at a number of levels and using different approaches lead to the same conclusion. The enquiry adheres to strict principles and applies a battery of tests to its results. A recurring pattern and deep tension emerge, and point to a profound resolution in the Messiah. The design is hidden for our sake, for its completion awaits our decision. The reader is invited to find any other way of reading the Genesis text that meets the strict tests.
The study aims to:

  • - comfort believers and demonstrate that the Bible is indeed the word of God
  • - challenge students of Torah and Talmud, and open up a fresh field of debate
  • - illustrate the fruitfulness of adopting Hebraic approaches to understanding the Bible
  • - make curious those interested in codes and puzzles and point them toward what matters.
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    The Silver and the Cross

    Posted on March 19, 2010 by unregistered

    Kathleen Mulroy’s “The Silver and the Cross” is set in the 1890 silver mining town of Wallace, Idaho. Leora Brown and her minister father have relocated from sophisticated Boston to this small, remote town so that he may take the helm of a new church.
    Edward Lycroft is an Englishman, a foreman in a silver mine, who immediately becomes infatuated by Leora; but disgruntled to learn her father is a Christian preacher. On the other hand, while attracted to Edward, Leora is troubled by his claim that he doesn’t believe in God. Leora knows her religious convictions are her life and fights to keep herself from becoming emotionally involved with this honest, good-natured, decent man. She pities Edward and prays for his soul.

    What will happen across this chasm between Edward and Leora is the magic behind the well-chosen words of “The Silver and the Cross” Can these two lovers find some compromise or will each go a separate way?

    This book is a quick read and should provide inspiration for those who feel God’s presence in their everyday lives.

    reviewer: Regis Schilken

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    Book Review: A Multi-Site Church Road Trip

    Posted on March 11, 2010 by Chris MacKinnon

    Most of us in pastoral and church leadership circles have heard the term multi-site. My current church talked about the idea ourselves a couple of years ago. I went online and downloaded some information, but ended up with more questions and concerns than answers. In the time since then I’ve gone cold on the subject. Then I had the opportunity to receve A Multi-Site Church Road Trip (Zondervan, 2009) as they sent out copies to bloggers and reviewers. I figured this was my chance to get a better handle on the concept.

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    Never Say Never by Lisa Wingate

    Posted on March 11, 2010 by unregistered

    “Home isn’t a place, a structure you create from wood or bricks or mortar, building the walls high and strong, to keep out the storms of life. Home is in the things you carry with you, the treasures of the heart….. It is a dwelling place you share with the people who matter most, a refuge in which you are never alone. The Builder is always nearby, tearing down old walls and adding new rooms, repairing the damage of wind and weather, filling empty spaces with new gifts.” What a great ending to a fun book!

    In Never Say Never, Lisa Wingate tells the story of Kai Miller and her attempt to put down roots after living a childhood moving from place to place. Kai ends up in the small town of Daily, Texas after escaping from a hurricane near her home and discovers the never before experienced welcome of a small town. She met and saved Donetta Bradford during a risky evacuation during the storm and an unlikely friendship begins to develop. Donetta, having had a similar childhood, is able to aid Kai in ways she could not have imagined. The story is told from the perspective of both Kai and Donetta which makes small town Texas come alive. If you are looking for a lighthearted, entertaining book, then Never Say Never is a great choice!
    *Thank you to Bethany House for providing the book free of charge for review. All opinions expressed are my own.

    Reviewed by Sandra

    http://langford7.blogspot.com

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