Can You Believe It!? Review

 

     This is Hillsong's newest kids DVDs. I just honestly wasn't all that impressed with it. My kids didn't like it at all and I didn't think the way that the menu and graphics were set up made it easy to operate. I think it may have been geared towards older kids, and maybe they would enjoy it more!

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The Star DVD

     This is seriously the cutest movie and best of all it tells the story of Jesus birth. I love that it tells the story from the perspectives of the animal. While we don't really know what the animals thought, I believe if we could have seen it from their eyes, this is what we would see.

The DVD has an awesome children's Bible study by Devon Franklin as well as many other bonus features! I will include a couple of links where you can find out more information about this movie. I am sure it will become a yearly tradition in our house to watch it. Our kids loved it!! 

 A couple of drop box links are HERE and HERE 

 You can explore the website HERE as well! 

Once Upon A Time Bible & Story Book Review

The Once Upon A Time Bible and the Once Upon A Time Book are so adorable!! The Bible is good if you have an older, maybe pre-teen, early teens, girl. The colorful pages with pictures spread through out the Bible are very well done and would help to hold their attention. It kind of reminded me of The Sea Side Bible if any of you  are familiar with that. Only this one is girly. :) 

I personally loved the story book better, but I think that is just because it applies more the my children age wise. It is extremely well done with lovely pictures and each story is short. I especially thought the little recaps at the end of each story to be a huge plus!! Both are very nice hard cover, which I think is wonderful. 

I have included links where you can check these books out and purchase them if you want a copy! I highly recommend them if you have a girl or girls. :) 

Once Upon A Time Story Book

Once Upon A Time Bible

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When Jesus Was A Brown-Eyed Brunette Book Review

When Jesus Was a Green-Eyed Brunette, the book was about as unique as the title sounds. While it wasn't a bad book I wouldn't have said it was awesome either. It is a book about the authors life and his journey through his teenage years and earlier adult life. While I believe everything he said was true, at least in his own mind, some if it was just a bit “out there” for me. That being said, I believe this author has done a lot of wonderful things.

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Amy Grant "Tennessee Christmas" Review

Who doesn't love some Christmas music?? Especially a new CD in December??!! I am giving away a copy of Amy Grant's newest Christmas CD as part of my review.

I really liked this CD and found it fit nicely in my “traditional country Christmas” category. It was a nice mix of some of the traditional favorites such as, “Tennessee Christmas”, “White Christmas”, and “O Come, All Ye Faithful” with some new once I hadn't heard before, “To Be Together” and “Another Merry Christmas”.

“Like” or comment on any social media post to enter to win your own copy! The giveaway will end Dec. 6, 2016 at noon. Merry Christmas everyone!  

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"Where Jesus Slept" Book Review

What a cute kid's book of one of the greatest stories ever. There isn't much to say about it other than the pictures are really cute and your kid is going to love it. It is a nice hardcover book as well!

I'm doing a giveaway if you would like to enter to win a copy for yourself  or a Christmas gift. :) Comment or like any of my social media posts or this blog post and I will pick a winner Tues, Nov. 22, 2017. Thanks for stopping by!

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Parenting 14 Gospel Principles Book Review

  Parenting 14 Gospel Principles is an amazing book packed full of all kinds of really good parenting advise! It was enjoyable to read and at times quite convicting. While I didn't always agree 100% with his theology, the parenting advise is most helpful.

 Here are just two little quotes from the book to help capture your interest....

“What gets in the way of good parenting is not the the character if of your child. What gets in the way of parenting is one thing: the character of the parent.”

“Teaching and modeling the protective beauty of authority is one of the foundations of good parenting.”

One of the very handy things about this book is that in the back there is a topical index. If you are wanting to just look up something specific to a certain problem you are having or a question, you can look there for a quick reference.

You can like or comment on any social media post to be entered into a giveaway for a copy of your own. I will end the giveaway Oct. 27^th at midnight. :)

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The Biggest Story

This DVD/CD combination was interesting for sure. While it says it is for kids, I really didn't feel like it was at all. Not younger kids at least. The graphics are kind of "odd" and the story line more adult geared.  That being said, I think the author did a great job capturing the "key points" of the Bible and redemption story. 

It did start out, "Once upon a time" which kind of caught me of guard because we normally think of that phrase being used with make-believe stories. I don't think the author was implying that at all here in this setting though! 

Over all a great learning tool, especially when introducing the Bible  and Salvation story to someone!  You can enter to win your own copy by "liking"  or commenting on any of my social media posts. I will pick a winner by Aug.26th! Thanks for reading. :) 

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I Love You Just Because - Book Review

You will love this cute book about a family of bears! However, they are not your ordinary bear family! This family has 3 different kinds of bear cubs, a polar bear, a brown bear, and panda bear. It is a rhyming book that teaches how each cub is loved for who they are and their uniqueness. It also has scripture verses throughout that tell how much God loves them! By the end of the story your child will know they are loved by you (the parent) and God..... Just Because!

This book has those great thick cardboard type pages, so it great for little ones to look at all by themselves. You don't have to worry about the pages getting ripped, etc.!

You can enter a giveaway to win your own copy by commenting on any social media post. :) I will pick a winner on Monday, August 1st. I can not believe we are already to that time  of year where summer is almost over!

Here are some social media links if you would like to know more!

Amazon- https://www.amazon.com/dp/0718088530/ref=cm_sw_su_dp?tag=hcads-20

Facebook @DonnaKeithAuthor

Facebook @TommyNelsonBooks

Twitter @TommyNelson

Instagram  @TommyNelsonBooks

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I Love You Just Because

All Things Bright and Beautiful - Book Review

"All things bright and beautiful,

All creatures great and small, 

All things wise and wonderful:

The Lord God made them all." 

     An artist from England named, Katy Hudson, took this sweet song and made a wonderfully illustrated kids book out of it. It is big and the 32 pages of  pictures are full of color and creatures! It is geared for ages 4-11 but my 17 month old twin girls and 3 year old boy love looking at it. It's really sweet.
     I am so glad I got to review it and do a giveaway here on my blog. You'd love this book too! Comment on any social media post sharing this review to be entered or here on this blog post. I will pick a winner in 4 days.

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The Life We Never Expected - Book Review

What an amazing book.... A book written by a couple who have two special needs kids. They open up about their personal trials, share wonderful spiritual in-site and growth, and also try to show the “lighter” side in very trying situations.

This book will be an encouragement and blessing to any parent, special needs children or not. Their perspective is amazing and you will walk away from this book a better person. They have this wonderful comparison of being the parent of a special needs child is like being given an orange.... You may say, “What?” If you read the book you'll find out. :)

The husband and wife take turns writing each chapter and then the book concludes with a question and answer chapter. All questions a person without a special needs child may ask a parent who has one.

HERE is the link to the book on Amazon if you would wish to purchase one. I also am giving a copy away. Like or comment on my blog post or any social media post to be entered into the drawing. The giveaway will end   Tuesday, July 13th at 3:00pm. 

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Esther - The Bell of Patients Review

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Bible Bells' Adventure of Rooney Cruz is an awesome children's series on 5  superhero women from the Bible. They are action packed and full of lots of bright captivating pictures. The book I got to review as about Esther and is one of the best kid versions I've read or heard. 

I hope to get all of them for our girls when they get old enough because they make the story come alive and lots of fun! If you have girls I would highly recommend them. Girls need superheros too. :) 

You can check out their website HERE . It has all kinds of good stuff!

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Children of God CD Review

  

   If you are a huge Phil Whickham fan you will love this new Cd. While it is not personally my favorite style ~ it makes good house cleaning music. I like it in the background when I'm doing something that I'm not going to be focused on the lyrics but want some motivational music. :)  

     There were a few favorites of of the CD for me and they include, Children of God, Doxology, and Spirit of God. This album was made right after Phil had vocal surgery and healed in an amazingly fast manner! 

Your Love Awakens Me Link

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Mother & Sons, The respect Affect ~ Book Review

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 What an outstanding book! It is packed full of wonderful truths and guidance. If you are a fan of this author's book, Love and Respect, this book is no let down for sure! You feel like with every page you turn you learn something new or see a new few of the “Mother & Son” respect affect.

I particularly loved the G.U.I.D.E.S. acronym the author gives in one of the first chapters in the book. It really spoke to me and is easy to remember. I am sure I will be rereading this book many times in the years to come as my son transitions through the different stages of growing up!

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Wise Guys - Book Review

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~ Guest Post By My Husband, Michael Evans!~

“Hey Dude, Wise Up!” I've heard that phrase many times from my older two brothers all my life. They always found the most opportunistic times to “give me words of wisdom”. Like when that girl broke up with me and left be heartbroken but still convinced that she was “the one”. Another time when I misspoke during a family holiday and made my one and only sister mad. During those times I did not understand what my older brothers were trying to do or say. I was blind to the fact they they had been there and done that. If I had any sense in my head I would perk my ears up and glean from their experience and words of wisdom.

This is exactly what this book is about. Kent Evans does an amazing job at getting the message across that we as men need to swallow our pride, and even sometimes arrogance, shut our mouth, open our ears and listen to the wisdom from the men who have been there and done that. Wise Guys is a much needed book for men from young to old. We men need each other even though at times that is hard to admit. It is so easy to be independent and think that we know it all. Kent Evans hits the sweet spot that I believe men in the church need to hear. So guys, listen up and unlock the hidden wisdom from the men around you.

Leave a comment here or on any of the social media links to  be entered to win your own copy! :)

Official Website - : https://www.manhoodjourney.org/wise-guys

Amazon - :  http://www.amazon.com/Wise-Guys-Unlocking-Hidden-Wisdom/dp/193962228X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1460165778&sr=8-1&keywords=Wise+Guys+Kent+Evans

Twitter - @manhoodjourney

8 Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids

What a great book stuffed full of awesome parenting tips. It is nothing profound or probably anything you haven't already heard but it is a fresh view of the basics! I personally found the second  half of the  book more challenging and enlightening than the first. I think maybe that is because the tools addressed in that part of the book are the ones I need to work on the most as a parent. 

Each of the chapters are SHORT! You can read one literally in just a couple of minutes. This is wonderful for busy parents. Each one has it's own thoughts so it is not necessary to read several to get the complete thought.

This book would be great in your library to use as a quick reference when you needed a fresh outlook on a parenting problem or just wanted a quick "refresher course" to put things in perspective. You can purchase a copy for yourself over at

www.moodypublishers.com  

and with the promo code

GREATKIDS16

you can get it for 50% off until May 15, 2016.

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ESV Men's Devotional Bible Review

My sweet husband is doing a guest blog post for me! Enjoy. :)

    First of all I was not sure what to expect when my wife approached me about doing a review for the ESV Men's Devotional Bible. So my first question was what is the ESV Men's Devotional Bible? Well guess what....it's a Bible! But it is so much more than just a Bible. When I received my copy in the mail the first thing I noticed was how classy the outside cover looked. As I opened its pages I was instantly drawn to a passage of Scripture in Luke chapter 2 where it was talking about the birth of Jesus. As I read that passage, I then noticed that on the opposite side of the page was a devotional titled Unexpected Revolution by Jared C. Wilson. As I read that devotional, my heart was challenged to find joy even in unexpected circumstances.

The ESV Men's Devotional Bible is full of great devotionals and incredible insight from great men such as Sam Storms, Tom Nelson, and J.J Seid just to name a few. The Articles and Resources in the back is an amazing resource and easy to navigate. I would highly recommend the ESV Men's Devotional Bible to any man who desires to grow in Christ. So guys if your looking for a great devotional Bible with easy to access articles that range from leadership, joy, your calling, or even the local church, this is the devotional Bible for you!

 - Review by Michael Evans

My husband will be doing a giveaway on his Twitter @michaelaaron56 so be sure to follow him to catch the giveaway!

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The 5 Love Languages For Men Review

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The 5 Love Languages for Men

    “When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie…That's amore....” Love and pizza, well to be honest that sounds pretty good to me! Speaking of love and pizza, go ahead... order your favorite kind of pizza, sit back, and read this book with your wife. Once you start reading you will not be able to put this book down!

      The 5 Love Languages for Men, is an incredible guide to really understanding how to love your wife. From the front cover, to the last page, this book is an exciting and easy to understand guide about how to love your spouse the way that they “understand”. Dr. Chapman breaks down each love language separately and helps the reader comprehend that with a little effort and knowledge any marriage is able to thrive if both spouses learn how to recognize, understand, and communicate each others love language.

     I would highly recommend this book to everyone! If you’re frustrated with feeling like you and your spouse are on separate pages and are speaking a different dialect, then read this book and learn how to speak the language of love to your spouse.

Guest Blogger, Michael Evans

TEAM US: Marriage Together Book Review/Giveaway

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TEAM US: Marriage Together was a very enjoyable book to read. If you are looking from some in-depth, serious marriage book then this is not for you. If you are looking for one to pick up, find easy to read, and one that reinforces some basic principles you'll love it!

The one aspect of the book I liked was at the end of each chapter is a list of questions you or you and your spouse can go over together. They are all dealing with things that were talked about in the chapter you just read. The author is very open and honest. A lot of the stories in the book are examples from her personal marriage. She has a few “guest” stories but it is largely what they have experienced first hand.

I am glad I got to review the book and add it to our collection! I have a copy to give away as well. Just leave a comment here on the blog or any Facebook giveaway post and be added into the drawing for your own free copy. A winner will be picked February 2,1015 10:00 pm.