Beautiful Wisdom Daily Devotions

 Beautiful Wisdom Daily Devotions 365 Encouraging Readings for New Life is a wonderful, inspiring gift for yourself or someone else. Front features a gifting page. Each devotional is arranged by Day 1, Day 2, etc. not specific days, January 1, etc. Although the first devotional does talk about a new year. Each page features a scripture verse, short devotional, and simple prayer.  Scripture is from the New Life Version.

This makes an excellent gift and contains beautiful encouragement. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review, which I am happy to do. I highly recommend.  

Food Triggers by Amber Lia

In Food Triggers, Amber Lia shares her journey of exchanging unhealthy patterns for God honoring habits. Amber has struggled with her weight over the years. Her turning point was after she had her four boys. She knew she needed to do something and decided to have a  mindset change along with follow through actions. This resulted in significant weight loss, as well as a redirected life path.

Amber shares many ideas as to the why behind weight gain. I will caution you that she doesn’t explain too many of the how to concerning weight loss. Tips include: clean out the pantry and remove trigger foods, buy a cookbook that provides healthy recipes, join a health plan focused on lifestyle changes, pray over your grocery list, thank God for His good provisions. Sign up for an exercise class at the local gym. Keep a food log or journal. Notice marketing strategies that lower you toward unhealthy patterns. 

Amber and her husband do have a coaching weight loss business. Many times as I was reading I was looking for actual recipes or solutions but instead it was more about the why behind weight gain and the cycle of habits. There is however, a lot of scripture included which is encouraging.

Food triggers does offer some significant insight as to your why. It is a motivating book. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review which I was happy to do. I did enjoy Food Triggers. 

Mrs Witherspoon Goes to War by Mary Davis

Mrs. Witherspoon Goes to War is part of the Heroines of World War II series. Mary Davis shares the story of Peggy Witherspoon, a widow and mother of two daughters. She lost her husband due to the war in Europe. She is a motivated pilot in the WASP service. She is disconnected from her children due to her husband‘s death and her grief. She is focused on her mission and being the best at her job.

Major Howie Berg is suddenly stationed at her command. She is intrigued by Major Berg and feels sympathy for him due to his leg injury. However Peggy and her fellow servicewomen are determined to do all they can to spare any other women the grief that Peggy has experienced. Will Major Berg agree with their decisions? What about the way Peggy‘s daughters react to Major Berg?

Mrs. Witherspoon Goes to War is the fascinating tale set in World War II. I enjoyed this historical fiction and would recommend this book. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review which I was happy to do.

He Loves You So Falling Deeper Into God's Heart A 366-Day Devotional

He Loves You So Falling Deeper Into God's Heart a 366 - Day Devotional is a small, hardcover encouraging devotional.  This book features different sections based on the Bible, such as Epistles, Gospel, the Law and more.  Each devotional features scripture, a prayer and a declare statements.  Scripture is from the ESV as well as a variety of other translations (NASB, TPT, and others).  

This devotional features short, encouraging words that can easily be read in just a few moments. 

This would make a great "thinking of you" book to share with others or to read yourself.  I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review which I was happy to do.   

A Heart Adrift

 A Heart Adrift by Laura Frantz is the tale of Esmee and her former love, Henri. However, with Henri's love for the sea and a variety of circumstances, their love was not meant to be. Until...Henri has returned and crosses path with Esmee.  They both have deep concern for others but do they have concern for each other?

This story is written in the mid 1700's.  The language is reflective of that time. I did find the language a little difficult to read, but the story more than makes up for it.  You will be captivated by Henri and Esmee's relationship.  

I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review, which I was happy to do.  

Never Leave Me

Never Leave My by Jody Hedlund is the thrilling tale of Ellen and her longtime friend Harrison. Ellen has a short time to live due to her genetic disease. Harrison has always been a dear friend and has diligently cared for Ellen since her family has passed away and her illness is progressing. Is there more than just a friendship with Harrison? Can there be more with Ellen’s dire situation? What about the tales of time travel her late sister shared? What about her father’s laborious research concerning her genetic disease? And what about love? 

I was absolutely intrigued by Never Leave Me. I did read the first book in the Waters of Time series, Come Back to Me, which I would highly recommend reading first. Both are amazing books and Never Leave Me does not disappoint. Clearly fiction but it also makes you think. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review which I was happy to do. I recommend this delightful tale.

 

High-Wire Heartbreak by Anna Schmidt

High-Wire Heartbreak by Anna Schmidt is a fantastic novel. I need to confess I could NOT put it down. Sorry to those who I ignored so I could continue reading! I am not usually a fan of a dual timeline book but Anna nailed it in how she wrote the story!

Successful author, Chole Whitfield has arrived in Florida to work on her latest novel. However, she also has an ulterior motive of researching her grandmother's adoption and connection to the Ringling Family. Yes, that of circus life.  Travel back in time to the 1930s and you will find Lucinda, who is young and in love and a part of the circus.  Newly married, she is thrilled to finally let others know of her relationship with a social elite.  However, it's not that simple.

Again, I could not put the book down. The author weaves the story together in such a way that enthralls the reader. I was hooked. I highly recommend. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review, which I was happy to do. 

Bible Recap Study Guide by Tara-Leigh Cobble

The Bible Recap Study Guide by Tara-Leigh Cobble is a valuable resource to coordinate with the Bible Recap series or as a stand alone tool.  The Study Guide features a reading assignment, and questions to go along with the assignment. Questions vary from who wrote the particular book of the Bible,  to or for whom was it written, when was it written, as well as a variety of other questions.  The Bible Recap series goes has a podcast, and follows the Bible in a chronological order. 

The Bible Recap Study Guide is a well developed study to the entire Bible. You do not need to start this in January, but rather users are encouraged to start with day one.  This is a great too to use with a group or alone. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review, which I was happy to do for this excellent resource.

The Bible Recap Journal by Tara-Leigh Cobble

The Bible Recap Journal by Tara-Leigh Cobble is a beautiful way to enhance your journey through reading through the Bible.  Tara-Leigh offers this resource as a companion to her podcast.  Each page offers a space to write the date, a portion of scripture to read (in chronological order), things I loved/learned/noticed, questions/things I want to research, and a God Shot. The bottom of each page features either a prayer or scripture, or thought provoking insight.  There are so many resources go along with the Bible Recap series and this is a great addition.  This book could also be used alone, without any of the other resources.  

I appreciate having a resource for writing down thoughts and being able to reflect back upon them.  I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review, which I was happy to do. I hight recommend this excellent resource. 

Daily Wisdome for Women 2022 Devotional Collection

The Daily Wisdom for Women 2022 Devotional Collection is a beautiful collection of daily devotionals specifically for women in 2022.  Each day features scripture, a thought provoking devotional, and a prayer.  The beautiful collection starts with January 1 and continues through December 31.  Contributors are Terry Alburger, Linda Hang, Donna K. Maltese, Kelly McIntosh, Valorie Quesenberry, Janice Thompson, Annie Tipton and Ellie Zumbach.  Scriptures are from a varitey of translations which include NLT, NIV, ESV, MSG, AMPC and others.  A scripture index is included as well as a Read Through the Bible in a Year plan. I had considered giving this as a gift, but I love the book, I think I am going to keep it myself! The book is delightful. I was given a free copy from the publisher for my honest review which I am happy to do. I highly recommend!