Book Review ~ Redefining Beautiful

I just finished reading Redefining Beautiful by Jenna Lucado. Jenna’s dad, Max Lucado, is one of my favorite authors, hands down. I have always loved Max’s eloquent way with words, and how he applies Biblical principles to everyday life so easily.

Jenna is following in her daddy’s footsteps, no doubt. This book is targeted towards preteen to teenage girls, and it provides real, down-to-earth discussions and examples to bring girls back to the cross. Even though the back of the book refers to “a foundational beauty secret: a father’s love” I was still not prepared for the fact that the entire book really is based on our Heavenly Father. I found it absolutely beautiful. Written by a girl who has a Christian father who’s devoted to her, her family, and her future, this book is definitely applicable to girls who also have no father figure, to girls whose fathers are absent.

I remember all too well the issues and heartaches that young girls face daily. Jenna speaks candidly of these and relates well to girls and their boyfriend troubles, friend issues, and parent problems. From beauty tips to Bible Verses, Jenna incorporates true life experiencese and Biblical truths that can no doubt help the beautiful teenage girls of our world.

I can’t wait to give my book to a friend whose daughter might really benefit from Redefining her beauty in a Biblical way.  Have a daughter or know a friend who has a daughter who could really use some truths about her incredible beauty in Christ?  Get a copy of Redefining Beautiful today!

Thomas Nelson Book Review ~ What Kind of Difference Do It Make

Wow. I just finished reading What Difference Do It Make? by Ron Hall, Denver Moore, and Lynn Vincent. As I've mentioned before, this is the second book by Ron and Denver. Their first book, Same Kind of Different as Me is incredible.

So, I expected great things from What Difference Do It Make? And my expectations were met! Not only do readers get an update on the beloved pair; our hearts are also touched by the stories told of others who read Same Kind of Different as Me and took action, those who began giving to those in need, those who forgave painful pasts, those who paid it forward in some small - or big - way.

As was with the first book, Denver's tales are honest, true, and thought provoking. Ron’s stories are often heart-wrenching and profound. Together, the two tell a story of making a difference in the lives of many. I highly recommend diving on into What Difference Do It Make? After all, this much I know is true:

What Difference Do It Make? Oftentimes, an eternal one.  And that's what it's all about!

Book Reviewing Fun

Oh. My. Gosh. I read on Lora's blog earlier this week about how she's signed up to review books for Thomas Nelson. Considering my newest obsession is reading, I couldn't wait to check this out!

Just yesterday we were in the small bookstore in the Logan Airport in Boston when Tim just about pulled me out of there by my arms. He laughed about how I could seriously spend all the money I could in bookstores. I love to read! I've said before I'm a total library nerd, too, so if I can read a book for free, I am All. About. It.

So, naturally, I checked out what Lora was talking about, and let's just say this?

is officially on its way to my door. For me to devour. For free. All I do is blog about it ~ which I'd do anyway, remember my blogging about Same Kind of Different as Me? ~ and post a review on any online bookstore.

It's that easy.

What are you waiting on? Go get your read on!