Emerald City Hearts
This novel is set in a small town in the Texas Panhandle. The main character has a crisis in her business and an unexpected friendship arises. Christian Romance,
Battle Prayers
This powerful book gives 100 prayers of faith. I use this book with my devotions. This is a great gift book.
Life Without Lack
Well-known spiritual director takes the reader through Psalm 23. He reveals the secret of enjoying God’s presence. A Spiritual formation gook.
The Women
This is a powerful and moving story of a nurse in Vietnam. It is well-written. Moving, hard to read and deal with war, as war is hard.
Glimpses of God in Unexpected Places
This book is made up of stories that build faith and trust. Each one tells of a glimpse of God. Charleen Burghardt is a contributor!
Word Gets Around
Lisa Wingate sets this romantic novel in a rural town in Texas. The main character avoids her past but must come face to face with it. Great for horse lovers.avoids
Maybe Now, Maybe Never
Chris Posti tells of three high school friends who reconnect after years. They discover a deeper friendship and grow personally. Fun, lighthearted novel.
‘Tis the Time, ‘Tis the Season
This book takes place a few months after Maybe Now, Maybe Later. It is a sequel. More growth, more courage and tense at times. Fun clean novel about three friends.
Before We Were Yours
Wingate is an excellent storyteller of a family separated by the Tennessee Children’s Home. Do they find each other? Suspense and crisis. Some issues with the Children’s Home are difficult to read.
The Women of Christmas
Well-known Liz Curtis Higgs explores the women in the Christmas narrative-Mary, Elizabeth and Anna. A great Christmas read.,
Forgotten God: Reversing Our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit
Chan addresses the Holy Spirit as God. He asks questions, teaches the theology and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Iris and Mo
This is a delightful and fun novel about Iris relocating to Maine and the conflicts that arise. Mo is her interesting cat that getes Iris into trouble. The ending is surprise.
Write and Live His Answer
With 25 contributors, Marlene Bagnull has addressed issues of the day and concerns Christians have with the secular culture. Ways to stand or make a difference are mentioned.
Enjoying the Presence of God
I was introduced to this author on a spiritual retreat. Jan Johnson invites you into ways to know God’s presence. I have read this a few times for my personal devotions.
Anchored in Hope: Devotional for Infertility
Ali Forrest has experienced loss. She tells her story and links it with a powerful devotion. She has other contributors who struggle with infertility who share devotions of hope in God. Helpful for those struggling with infertility. Excellent
Living Fearless
My husband recommends this book for anyone searching for their purpose in God. What is your identity? Interwoven in the book is Jamie’s incredible story. Life-giving and provides direction.
Five Women of the English Reformation
This book is for history lovers. Five brave and courageous women stood up for their faith in a time when Protestantism was not accepted. They are part of the Protestant heritage. This was one of my seminary books.
Time’s Cross Stitching: Glimpses into a Life journey
Charlotte Geno writes poignant poetry that speaks to the heart. She narrates the life of the believer and points to Christ and the salvation in Christ. Her poetry reveals the Gospel.
Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion
Allie Beth Stuckey takes five hot topics and examines each through a biblical worldview. The author is sharp and knowledgeable about Abortion, transgender, LGBTQ+, immigration, and social justice. She causes one to think.
Send Me Where No One Wants to Go
This is a mission book about one white woman, Carol Ward, who goes to South Sudan and starts a powerful ministry. Her courage and her faith challenge the reader. Witness miracles, lives, and villages changed. The story of God through her encouraged my faith.
Walking with God through Pain and Suffering
Timothy Keller dares to tackle the subject of pain and suffering using insight, stories, and Scripture. This is a rich book for those who have questions and want answers. Keller reaches deep into Scripture to help the reader grasp what he is saying. Excellent for those who have questions.
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Not Beyond Reach: How to Share Jesus with the Young, the Deconstructed, and the Non-Religious
Here are some of my favorite books I have read recently and recommend. I love to read, expand my mind, and encourage my spirit. Each book has a link.
Not Beyond Reach: How to Share Jesus with the Young, the Deconstructed, and the Non-Religious is an eye-opener about how the younger generations think. Understanding is key to sharing the Gospel, and practical suggestions are helpful. The author is Aaron Pierce, the CEO and Mission Director of Steiger International. Chip Ingram adds a forward and other comments.
The Journey to a Different Kind of Brave
I recently met Bekah and learned her family’s story of having two sons with a rare progressive disease. She shares her grief journey in a down-to-earth way and about joy and faith in the middle of parenting. Can’t Steal My Joy: The Journey to a Different Kind of Brave by Bekah Bowman.
God, Where in the World are you? Devoctions for a Traveler’s Heart
Our process applies techniques from a variety of disciplines distinction in detail and gives careful attention.
Three James Herriot Classics
All of James Herriot’s books contain heartwarming stories of people and animals. Herriot writes short stories about being a veterinarian in England in the twentieth century. I go back to there over and over.
Empire of the Summer
Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History by S. C. Gwynne is a historical account of the Plains Tribe. It traces the rise and fall of the Comanches, the most powerful Indian tribe in American history. The second entails one of the most remarkable narratives ever to come out of the Old West: the epic saga of the pioneer woman Cynthia Ann Parker and her mixed-blood son, Quanah, who became the last and greatest chief of the Comanches. This historical account is easy to read, and I gained a much better understanding of the Native Americans in the plains.
How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People
In How to Pray: a Simple Guide for Normal People, Pete Greig makes prayer simple, honest, and straightforward. It’s a great book for improving your prayer life.
On Purpose: Understanding God’s Freedom for Women through Scripture
Julie Zine Coleman wrote an award-winning book on the debate about the role of women in the church. She writes like a scholar, thoroughly researching Scripture. On Purpose helps bring clarity to this challenging issue.
The Gift of Adult ADD: How to Transform your Challenges & Build on your Strengths
I highly recommend The Gift of Adult ADD by Lara Honos-Webb if you have someone in your family with ADD. The book examines the strengths individuals with ADD have. It is an excellent resource.
I am Not Sick. I Don’t Need Help!
Zavier Amador wrote I Am Not Sick. I Don’t Need Help! This book is a great resource if someone you know has a mental illness. It is from his personal experience of having a brother with mental illness and from his professional experience as a psychologist.
At Home in Mitford
I have read At Home in Mitford by Jan Karon many times. The characters become like family, and the story is compelling. It is also light and fun to read. Try it. I think you will love this book. This is the first novel is a series.
The Heart’s Journey
This is one of my favorite wordless books. It shows the journey of the heart in pain and suffering and how the heart heals. It is an excellent book to give as a gift to someone who has experienced a loss.
Taken by Surprise: The Asbury Revival of 2023
Elliott gives an inside view of this revival, including some events and people who contributed to it.
Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say Now, To Take Control over Your Life
Both Cloud and Townsend are psychologist who are well-known for their Boundaries Series. They help us see where we need to draw boundaries and help us how to do that. Informative and transformative.
Growing Up in GreenTree: Fron the Journal of a Wayward Son
I love reading this book and rereading it. The personal stories bring back memories, delight the reader and sometimes tickle a funny bone. Bill tells stories of years gone by. He is a friend and mentor to me.
Reframing to Now: A Memoir of “Divine Interceptions!”
Reframing to Now is an autobiography of how God redeems a difficult past of a young black girl. Encouraging and inspiring.
Limping with God
This is great book for personal study or for small group on the life and history of Jacob.
Tell Her No More Lies
This suspense novel is set in San Antonio, Texas. The story turns and twists with a surprise ending. I couldn’t put it down.
Love’s dwelling
Irvin is well-known for her Amish novels. Heartwarming love story of a young Amish woman and a young English man
Laughing through the Ugly Cry and Finding Unstoppable Joy
Author finds joy in difficult circumstances and has a delightful sense of humor. Definitely worth reading.
The Second Mrs. Astor
Set in 1910, written well and author has many factual details of the time period.
Ten Secrets to Overcoming Stage Fright
Janice Dean tells a funny story about an angel who helps people with stage fright. This book is so much fun!
Before Amen
Max offers a simple and practical way to pray. Super helpful.
Any book by Max Lucado is excellent, encouraging and worth the read!
A Grace Disguised
This is a classic as far as helping cope with grief. Heartfelt, hopeful and gives grace. I highly recommend this book for anyone going through grief.
Streams in the Desert
A classic devotional that offers hope and strength during times of struggle.
Criminal Defense
The Upper Room is written by people from all over the world offering daily encouragement and inspiration.
If I Were You
A Gripping Christian Historical Fiction Story of Friendship and Survival Set in London During WWII and Post-War America
A Woman’s Place
Four women during World War II embark on working in a factory to support the war. Each woman is changed by working and will never be able to go back to the same life after the war.
The Beauty in Breaking
Michele’s personal journey of working as an emergency doctor including her growth as a person and professional. I connected with this author because of my experiences as a hospital chaplain.
Understanding your Grief
This is a great book to work through grief. The author is a professional counselor in the area of grief and has authored many books to help journey one journey in the grief process.
Business Law
Inspiring stories of 16 women in the Bible. Short reads.
Miracle Walk
Larry Poland recounts 26 miracles in his life. Encouraging and personal.
Salt & Light Devotional
Chris asks so thought provoking questions and challenges each of us. Great for young adults.
Business Law
Inspiring book and light reading.
When Women Lead: Embrace your Authority, Move beyond Barriers, and Find Joy in Leading Others
Moore gives a very personal story of her growth and challenges as a female pastor.
Breath as Prayer: Calm your Anxiery, Focus your Mind, and Renew your Soul
This award winning book gives simple Scripture prayers to breathe. Calming. Helps the mind focus on Scripture. A great gift.
A Place for T: Giving Voice to the Tortoise in Our Hare-Brained World
Robert Lengel opens our minds to divergent thinking and how important taking time to genuinely connect with others. He contrasts the tortoise and the hare and how we approach life.
The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament
This is one of my favorite books on making sense of the Old Testament. Interesting, enlightening and helpful in understanding the Old Testament.
Grace like Scarlett: Grieving with Hope after Miscarriage and Loss
Adriel gives hope for those experiencing a pregnancy loss. She shares her stories and helps navigate the reader through their own grief. Outstanding book.
Angels in the ER
Dr Lesslie shares inspiring experiences in the ER. This is such a fun read, I have read it several times. Great stories.