Deeply Loved by Keri Wyatt (Days 33-40 Thoughts)

Deeply Loved: 40 Ways in 40 Days to Experience the Heart of Jesus by Keri Wyatt Kent

(I received this book for review purposes.)

Growing closer to Jesus is something I really desire in my life and focusing on this book is helping me.

I read and study these seven chapters twice a day in case there is something I need to pay attention to during the day.  This has helped me focus on my relationship with Jesus during the day, so I can see more clearly what I need to work on.

Here is what I learned from these chapters.

“Day 33: Serve”

• When I go through a day of serving people secretly it makes me happy and it makes them happy when they realize it.

“Day 34: Doubt”

• My doubt comes in the form of tithing.  I always feel that if we give away our money then we won’t have any money to pay bills and buy food.  I know that isn’t true, but it is an area where I have great doubt. 

“Day 35: Pray”

• This one is difficult for me, because I am not used to making prayers from the Bible.
• I have read Psalm 5, the required reading, and I have since changed my mind.  I can pray using the scriptures!
• I need to try to pray by using scripture more often.

“Day 36: Ambassador”

• I did what I could to think of others, by putting them first and helping them in the way that Jesus would.

“Day 37: Abide”

• I have noticed that when I abide in Christ, I treat others with more kindness and love. 
• I am learning to put them first.
• If I give my concerns to Jesus then I don’t need to worry and I can be more present for others 

“Day 38: Restore Our Sight”

• I read Matthew 20:31-33 and I would like Jesus to give me peace. 

“Day 39: Mystery of Growth”

• I have enjoyed this book immensely.  I do feel that I have grown.  I am now more patient.  I also pay more to Jesus and what he is wanting me to do.

“Day 40: Celebration” 

• It is now time to celebrate the end of my journey!  There are many ways to do it.  I am not sure how I am going to do it, but I think I will begin by being with Jesus more!

Stay tuned for next week when I will share my favorite moments!

Genre- Religion / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth 
Published by- Abingdon Press 
Copyrighted- 2012
Number of pages- 200
Age Group- Adult
Description of book- Paperback, listed price- $14.99, ISBN 978-1-4267-4481-5

Disclosure of Material Connection- I received Deeply Loved by Keri Wyatt Kent for free from Abingdon Press. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. All links were current when posted.

Deeply Loved by Keri Wyatt (Days 26-32 Thoughts)

Deeply Loved: 40 Ways in 40 Days to Experience the Heart of Jesus by Keri Wyatt Kent

Growing closer to Jesus is something I really desire in my life and focusing on this book is helping me.

I read and study these seven chapters twice a day in case there is something I need to pay attention to during the day.  This has helped me focus on my relationship with Jesus during the day, so I can see more clearly what I need to work on.

Here is what I learned from these chapters.

“Day 26: BFFS”

• Matthew 4:18-22, 17:1-13, 26:36-46 and Mark 3:17 and 5:36-38
• In those verses we learn that Peter, James and John were always there and they didn’t hesitate to follow Jesus. 
• We need to follow Jesus without hesitation.
• Jesus requires us to follow him with out questioning it.  We need to trust in him.
• (John 15:9-17) Jesus gave us the command to love others the way He loved us.  We are so blessed because he loves us.
• I would love to feel love and peace from Jesus.  To be able to have a great relationship with Jesus, I need to actively read his word and get rid of things in life, like technology, that are preventing me from having a full relationship with him. 
• I need to start reading the Bible and turning off the computer!

“Day 27: Sabbath”

• Jesus practiced the Sabbath by teaching and being there for others.
• When I was growing up we would go to church on Sunday, but it would just be another day.
• My husband, children, and I actively participate in the Sabbath.  It is a wonderful day for recharging ourselves and enjoying what God has provided for us.

“Day 28: Trust”

• Current worries- Health of my family and accomplishing the small things
• I am grateful for my family, the sun when it shines, precipitation, spring coming, the Sabbath, books, freedom, and homeschooling.  These are just a few of the things I am thankful for.

“Day 29: Beloved”

• John the disciple, just believed in Jesus and followed Him, he didn’t do anything special.
• There is no risk in being God’s beloved. 

“Day 30: Redeemed”

• Isaiah 43:1-5
• Specific fears I am facing right now- finances
• God promised everything for us, we need not ever worry.

“Day 31: Remember”

• My heart is beginning to be filled with peace.
• I need to work on memorizing the Lord’s words, it shall begin with Psalm 27. 

“Day 32: Daddy”

• I like the characteristics that came from my parents, like kindness, generosity, encouragement.
• I need to pray to God to thank him for my parents and to help me be the parent I need to be to help my children grow properly.

Genre- Religion / Christian Life / Spiritual Growth 
Published by- Abingdon Press 
Copyrighted- 2012
Number of pages- 200
Age Group- Adult
Description of book- Paperback, listed price- $14.99, ISBN 978-1-4267-4481-5

Disclosure of Material Connection- I received Deeply Loved by Keri Wyatt Kent for free from Abingdon Press. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. All links were current when posted.

31 Days of Power by Ruth Myers with Warren Myers

Genre- Devotional/Christian Living

31 Days of Power (Learning to Live in Spiritual Victory) by Ruth Myers with Warren Myers

Published by- WaterBrook Multnomah

Copyrighted- 2003, 2011 First Trade Paperback Edition

Number of pages- 158

Age Group- Adult

Description of book- paperback, list price $12.99, ISBN 978-1-60142-338-2

As followers of Jesus we are involved in a battle with the enemy.  Knowing the power of God and how to use it is the way to resist Satan and his ways.  This book is complete with 31 days of devotionals and the information on how to apply it in your daily life.  This book includes devotions on your armor and how to wear it plus the goodness and power of God.  Get ready to learn the truth! 

About the author- Ruth Myers and her late husband, Warren wrote books/devotionals and served with the Navigators in Asia.

My thoughts- 

I had a hard time getting into this book.  I thought that since this book is a devotional each day would list a Bible verse and information, not a lot of Bible verses and all the information at the end of the book. 

Although I had a difficult time getting into the book, it is important for us to know how to resist Satan and wear God’s armor.  There is more than a week dedicated to learning about the armor we must wear. 

Would I recommend?  I would only chose this book if you are interested in reading a number of verses per day and then learning how to apply the verses at the end of the thirty days.

Disclosure of Material Connection- I received this book free from the WaterBrook Multnomah “Blogging For Books” program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Reboot Your Brain

Reboot Your Brain
By
Tim Shoemaker
Illustrated By: Marty Baumann
Published By: Zonderkidz
Copyrighted: 2004
Number of Pages: 149 pages
Age Group: 8-12 years-old boys
Type of Book: Christan Devotional for Boys
Physical Description: Paperback, 6 x 8 inches
Extras: Information about the rest of the 2:52 Soul Gear

About the Book: As people, we are similar to computers and sometimes we need to reboot. In Reboot Your Brain, the reader learns about how four teenage boys deal every day problems. There are ten stories that involve: having a big mouth, pride, forgiveness, selfishness, being unkind, honest, anger, jealousy, wrong choices, and patience. Three of the boys: David, Troy and Howie are Christians. Eddie is not a Christian and those boys are his only friends. Two other characters are unseen by all of them. Gabe is an angel and Slick is a minion for Satan. Gabe and Slick can only be heard in peoples’ thoughts. These boys are trying to follow the teachings in Luke 2:52 and Proverbs 3: 3-4. “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men,” is from Luke 2:52 and those are the four areas that these boys are trying to grow in.
What I Thought: I enjoyed this book. I would have to say that my favorite part of the book is the individual chapter setup. In each chapter there is an e-mail from one of the characters about what happened, the comic about the boys, corresponding Bible story, quiz dealing with the story and frequently asked questions about the subject. Boys will enjoy the quick and easy to read set up and they will learn how what they become as men will be their choice. This book is perfect for boys 8-12. I will make sure that my son reads this book when he is old enough.
Would I Recommend: Yes, I would recommend Reboot Your Brain.