CBM Book Review - Counsel with the Mind of Christ: Biblical Psychology Applied to Everyday Human Life

Title: Counsel with the Mind of Christ: Biblical Psychology Applied to Everyday Human Life
By: Dr. Don Ott
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

This is a fascinating and easy-to-read sequel book to his first book, Biblical Psychology for End-Time Believers: Human Nature Revealed by God in Scripture. The author recommends reading this book first, or this may seem like a bridge floating in the air with no support towers. 

With that said, Don Ott is a longtime teacher, preacher, and psychologist with many, many years of experience. He states to the contemporary church to, “reclaim mental health care as part of our historic heritage!” For those who might agree with this statement, he writes this sequel.

Appealing with his version of “TLC” (Talk, Listen & Compassion), he highlights 7 categories of individuals needing counsel. This book is far from comprehensive, as the author relates, there are many other categories of individuals with diverse needs. However, these 7 are the most common issues and the things that an age or group might be dealing with.

The seven categories are: Youth, Couples, Parents, Old Folks, the Anxious, the Despairing & the Grieving. Each chapter is brief and to the point, giving the Counsel of the Mind of Christ from the Bible. This is a wonderful way to counsel with wisdom, compassion, and point others to the Word of God, encouraging them to hear, listen, and live by those words of Christ.

This is a breakthrough book that comes highly recommended for those needing counsel in their relational spheres, as well as a book that should encourage pastors within local churches to bring back and “reclaim mental health care as part of our historic heritage.” A phenomenal book!

You may get your copy of Counsel with the Mind of Christ at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

A Fantastic Adventure - The Adventures of Faith

The Adventures of Faith tells the story of a 12-year-old girl named Faith. This is a fun-filled adventure, as Faith and a group of school bus kids water-tube down Spring River. Reminiscent of pre-teen books, the author highlights the antics, fun, and attitudes of tweens. 

For Faith, she’s nervous because her best friend was not with her; however, Faith perseveres and makes new friends, in particular, a young girl named Suzie. Faith remembers the words of her dad’s advice through some chapters, wise words, some based upon Scripture. The Adventures of Faith is a fantastic book that will capture tweens' imagination and attention. A fantastic adventure!

From bus rides to bubble-blowing Hubba Bubba contests, to a slingshot, and standing up for courage – These are just a few of the first chapters. That’s just the beginning. Faith learns lessons along the way, recalling the words of wisdom from her father, meanwhile, treasuring her Christian faith. Meeting new friends and having fun, this book sheds light on the “fun” of being a kid, living in the present, and capitalizes on special moments and memories, as Faith shares salvation and Jesus with others. 

This book comes highly recommended for young tweens ages 8-14. Good clean fun and living in the present are what the author brings to life in this book, alongside faith in Jesus. Developed from stories from the author to his own daughter, this is a delightful book. And a truly fun and endearing read! 

*******

A fresh, funny, and descriptive faith-filled book! (Oh, the joy of being a kid!) ~ From a parent who remembers what it was like just being a kid and all the fun adventures (friends, bullies, homework, etc.)  Look for more books from this author! This is a series I hope, as the author continues Faith and her story as she grows older.

The Adventures of Faith
Jonathan Hopper
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Get your copy of The Adventures of Faith at Amazon and in Kindle.

MULHERES NA LIDERANÇA: Expondo mitos, defendendo chamadas (Portuguese Edition)

Podem as mulheres liderar, pregar, ensinar ou ser pastoras na Igreja de Cristo?

Este livro ousado e firme nas Escrituras aborda uma das questões mais controversas que a Igreja moderna enfrenta: devem as mulheres ter plenos poderes para exercer na Igreja todos os dons de liderança que os homens usam livremente?

Com uma franqueza revigorante, clareza e a sua habitual sensibilidade pastoral, o Dr. Eddie J. Fernandes guia os leitores por uma jornada que questiona tradições de longa data, desafia interpretações restritivas e reafirma a plena dignidade, o valor e a vocação das mulheres no Corpo de Cristo.

Baseado nas Escrituras, moldado por uma reflexão profunda e vivido no ministério dinâmico da Igreja Internacional Riverside em Cascais, Portugal (onde as mulheres pregam, ensinam, pastoreiam e servem em todas as funções), este livro é um apelo à Igreja para que se liberte das correntes do patriarcado disfarçado de verdade bíblica.

Longe de rejeitar o que a Bíblia diz, o autor mergulha nela, lutando com os chamados «textos de prova», desafiando distorções de liderança e submissão, e iluminando o desígnio original de Deus para que homens e mulheres sirvam lado a lado como co-herdeiros do Reino.

Este livro não trata de argumentos destinados a dividir ainda mais o Corpo de Cristo; é uma chamada profética à ação: capacitar e liberar as mulheres para que alcancem a plenitude dos seus dons, chamada e autoridade dadas por Deus no Corpo de Cristo. A missão é urgente. A seara é grande. E a noite está a chegar, quando ninguém poderá trabalhar (João 9:4). É hora das filhas de Abraão se levantarem, proclamarem a Palavra de Deus, assumirem o seu lugar de direito na liderança e partilharem igualmente a Missio Dei antes do regresso do Senhor Jesus Cristo (que valorizou as mulheres mais do que qualquer outra pessoa na História).

CBM Book Review - Living the Life of Jesus in the 21st Century

Title: Living the Life of Jesus in the 21st Century
By: Tom McQueen, M.Div., Ph.D., BCC
A CBM Christian Book Review 
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

~ A wonderful and encouraging read for those who choose to live their lives as disciples of Christ in the 21st Century.


Living the Life of Jesus in the 21st Century, from author Tom McQueen, brings a life of clarity, unity in Christ, and inspiration to all the Lord’s faithful saints. Speaking deep spiritual truths from the Kingdom of God through the parables and the gospels of Christ, he offers hope and encouragement for those disciples of Christ living out the life of Christ in the 21st Century. Highlighting there is only One – Jesus Christ - Who laid down His life upon the cross to give us the New Covenant, Christ’s teachings, and Kingdom of God alongside timeless principles that are relevant today. Renewing faith, hope, and strength, the author delivers a book dedicated to those deeply dedicated saints of God seeking to live the life of Jesus in the 21st Century.


We live in a world that is full of division, darkness, and distractions in these End Times. However, the Kingdom of God, Jesus’ Kingdom principles, and timeless messages from the Bible still hold firm for the saints of today.


The following chapter titles in Tom's book present a clear picture of how powerful and meaningful this book is for our everyday lives.


·    The Enduring Relevance of the Nazarene

·    The Sermon of the Mount: Ethics for the Kingdom

·    The Power of Parables: Unlocking Spiritual Truths

·    Miracles of Compassion: Healing and Restoration

·    The Way of Forgiveness: Releasing and Reconciling

·    The Call to Service: Living as Hands and Feet

·    The Practice of Prayer: Communicating with the Creator

·    Navigating Relationships: Love, Grace, and Truth,

·    Ethical Dilemmas: Integrity in a Complex World

·    Cultivating Inner Peace: Faith Amidst Turmoil

·    The Power of Sacrifice: Embracing the Cross Daily

·    Living the Life of Jesus Today: A Continuing Journey

This, as the author states, “…is an invitation to move beyond passive reception of religious doctrine and actively participate in the ongoing work of God’s Kingdom.”

A highly recommended read for those who desire to surrender all to Christ, dedicating their lives to Him, and desire to fervently live as disciples of Christ.


You may get your copy of Living the Life of Jesus in the 21st Century at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. For more information about the author, his books, and some great ministry, visit Tom McQueen Books.

CBM Christian Book Review - 14 Hours of Saturn

Title: 14 Hours of Saturn
By: Mike J. Kizman
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

14 Hours of Saturn is one young girl’s story of growing up and moving to a new town in Midwest Indiana. Saturn O Syres talks about her supportive parents growing up, her sister Venus, who is her best friend, and the many memories while growing up. 

However, now she is at a new beginning. Growing into adulthood, shopping for the “One.” Will she find him? And is Janus the “One?” Come talk with Saturn and sit with her reviewing her life. 

This story teaches young teens many lessons, as Saturn also remembers her many mistakes in life. Reading feels like one is reading Saturn’s diary- revealing her thoughts, hopes, dreams, desires, and hopes for her future life in a new job and in a new city. But first we learn about her early years of growing up from craft sticks to her first, and her sister’s first try of coffee to living through Covid. Sprinkled with some prayers, these two sisters’ lives reveal humorous dialogue as sisters. This book is quaint, sweet, and endearing! Readers will come to love Saturn, sweet, memorable -Saturn.  

Mike J. Kizman has a unique writing style. He is also the author of Afternoon Rebecca, a young adult romance novel of falling in love that is fun, energetic, and clean. Wonderfully inviting and fun, Mike J. Kizman’s books are fun and innocent reads! Uplifting, positive and fun is 14 Hours of Saturn.

14 Hours of Saturn is highly recommended for a clean and fun reading experience! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. 

You may get your copy of 14 Hours of Saturn at Amazon or in Kindle as a download.

CBM Book Review - The Miracle of America

Title: The Miracle of America: 
The Influence of the Bible on the Founding History & Principles of the United States for a People of Every Belief
By: Angele E. Kamrath
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 Stars

Let freedom ring! One may ask What is freedom? Where does the idea of freedom come from? In addition, what are the guiding principles of freedom that brought America forth as a nation? And lastly, how was freedom governed in a society? – The Answer – “The Miracle of America!”  

This profound and comprehensive book teaches the rich history that founded America and the principles derived from the Bible and Judeo-Christian roots that help readers understand the truth of the American idea that no doubt guided the birth of what we call America today. 

Angela E. Kamrath, as President and Editorial Director of the American Heritage Foundation (AHF), presents the founding of America and the Bible’s beliefs and principles that go hand-in-hand alongside America’s Judeo-Christian roots. Showcasing America’s founding heritage and rightly naming the book, The Miracle of America. This book is written for people of every belief, as the author will display that America’s heritage is profound and also Divine in nature! The Miracle of America is an invigorating and exciting factual book that helps readers understand America’s principles and strong Judeo-Christian roots. A fascinating read! 

With such chapters as: The Need and Right to Teach Religious History in Public Schools, The Roots of Popular Sovereignty, The Pilgrims/The Mayflower Compact/And the First Thanksgiving, The Puritans Create Bible Commonwealths in Early America, Freedom of Conscience and Religious Tolerance in Early America, The Great Awakening-an Evangelical Revival in the American Colonies, The Bible-Centered Debate on Revolution, The Rationale of America’s Revolution, & The Making of a Nation under God. - All chapters end in a Review, Activity, and a Call to Action. 

Insightfully written, this exciting dive into the beginning of America helps readers more fully understand America’s early forming heritage and the relevance of the Bible through America’s founding history. In addition, as the author states, every citizen in America should know our history, as America is divided more now than ever

The Miracle of America is a profoundly instrumental book to get into the hands of educators at public schools and colleges, as well as the private sector. America is a Miracle, and the principles that formed this nation, alongside the Judeo-Christian thought is the founding root of our nation as the book teaches. 

This is a must-read book and highly recommended!

You may get your copy of The Miracle of America at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. Be sure to visit American Heritage Education Foundation for some great ministry, in-depth information, and so much more. To visit their Facebook page, visit American Heritage Education Foundation | Houston TX at Facebook.

CBM Christian Book Review - A Practical Application of the Word of God

Title: A Practical Application of the Word of God: Speak the Word until you believe it! Then, Speak the Word because you believe it!
By: Vera Francis Turner
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

A Practical Application of the Word of God: Speak the Word until you believe it! Then, Speak the Word because you believe it! ~ by Vera Francis Turner is an easy-to-read handbook on how to apply, declare, and speak the Word of God over every area of your life. With 7 concise chapters, the author teaches the authority and the dominion of God’s Word to readers. Readers will discover the process of the renewing of the mind and dependence upon the Holy Spirit for empowerment in prayer alongside the declaration and scriptural application of the Word of God that will transform lives!

The book begins with an easy-to-understand scriptural teaching of the spirit, soul, and body. The book of Genesis aids in the explanation of the consequences of the fall of Adam, resulting in sin that entered the Earth. With a brief explanation of being born again, the author teaches readers the true meaning according to Scripture. Each chapter also explains in detail, with a scriptural foundation, how one can apply the Word of God to renew the mind and to believe and declare in faith what Father God says in His Word. This book, however, keeps the focus on Jesus Christ and His redeeming work in us as new creatures in Christ. Such chapters include: Cooperate with God, The Significance of God’s Word, Apply Scriptures, Pray in Spiritual Language and Pray Spiritual Prayers, What it Means to Believe, Confidence in God’s Grace & Join the Family of the Most High God. 

This is truly a wonderful read with concise teaching that ignites faith into passionate prayer and declaration, while agreeing with the Word of God to see results upon Earth, and in one’s own life. Fashioned as an individual study, this book can also be used in a small group setting to inspire and encourage believers to use their authority as children of God to serve the Most High God. Subjects such as a spirit of offense and the baptism in the Spirit offer clarity and teaching on how to overcome with scriptural references. The author also displays how to change one’s thinking, overcome, and how to stop struggling with self and the fleshly desires.

Highly recommended for all, intercessory prayer groups, and also for the individual who stands on the Word of God to see solutions come forth directly from Scripture and the prompting of the Holy Spirit. This book will also bring great confidence in the grace of God and displays to readers the authority found in speaking the Word of God in faith in alignment with the Spirit of God.

An excellent read and teaching tool! Profound, this book teaches how to grab hold of life, and life more abundantly spoken of by Jesus in John 10:10. This is the life God wants us all to have. An invaluable read! 

You may get your copy of A Practical Application of the Word of God at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

CBM Christian Book Review - Get Wisdom and Live

Title: Get Wisdom and Live
By: Jessica Mojica
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Taking the Book of Proverbs, Jessica Mojica, has written a book entitled, Get Wisdom and Live. With 9 easy-to-read sections, she discusses worldly wisdom versus godly wisdom. Such subjects as gossip, healing, a lying tongue, righteousness vs. wickedness, an anxious heart, pride, anger, sexual sin in the church, and managing your time are discussed, presented alongside scriptural reference to help the reader take the wisdom of Proverbs and apply it to their own lives. Her book is designed to uplift, encourage, and exhort readers into following God’s ways to avoid pain and heartache in their own lives. 

The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge…” as mentioned in Proverbs. The author utilizes scriptural references and insightful compassion to transform inner perspectives to a healthy Biblical outlook. The Book of Proverbs “shines a light” on deception and offers Godly discernment and wisdom from the Lord. Proverbs points readers to recognize blessings in one’s life and helps the reader embrace life “confidently” (as the author states) with wisdom written in Proverbs. The author has penned a significant and profound book that is easy to read to help readers navigate worldly views vs. a godly perspective, giving readers wisdom and knowledge for life as they embrace God’s ways.

A timely and wonderful read “for such a time as this!” 

A highly recommended book! The author grew up in a dysfunctional home, yet is here to announce to readers – There is a BETTER way to live – God’s Way – With wisdom, integrity, wholeness, and peace of mind found in the Book of Proverbs, this is a must-read book. 

You may get your copy of Get Wisdom and Live at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

CBM Christian Book Review - Becoming a Man of God-the Journey: Oscar Mike

Title: Becoming a Man of God-the Journey: Oscar Mike
By: T.A. Richards II
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

This is one man’s journey to becoming a man of God, through a process. He expresses that the end game is a servant’s heart, a Christ-like attitude, and serving others in relationship. Developing this book (for men and women) teaches, challenges, and presents a study to become the man of God or woman that God has called each individual to be. As he states, this goes beyond title or an authoritarian viewpoint. Biblically based, he also presents his own journey as a child to becoming Oscar Mike in the military. However, his upbringing, his childhood with all his dreams and aspirations, and his life’s memoir played a part; he showcases that journey wonderfully. He writes to those men (and women) out there to encourage and uplift them in their fight in this life – the fight of faith – to endure, and calls them to become men of God (and women of God), they are to be according to the Bible and personal calling. 

With chapters such as: Are You a Tough Guy? A Man of God is Created in HIS Image, A Man of God is Justified, Sanctified, and Called (Glorified), A Man of God is Sold Out, A Man of God Prays Without Ceasing, A Man of God Worships, A Man of God Truthfully Looks Within, A Man of God Has Christ-esteem, A Man of God Forgives, A Man of God Follows the Way of Discipline, A Man of God is Authentic, A Man of God is a Servant, and A Man of God is Actively Involved in Forgiveness.

I was hooked from the first chapter of his boyhood challenge from his father after being beaten up by the town bully. “Now go beat his ass.” Times were different back then, and this book captured my interest from the get-go with the author’s humorous beginning. Unfortunately, the days of the family of “Leave it to Beaver” are gone; however, this book has a reminiscent quality and is comforting to remember “how it used to be.” I just loved this book, the honesty, the humor, the raw telling of his own journey, and designing a study to help others. A delight to read, study, and apply to one’s own life.

This is a Must-Read for those who endeavor to seek the Lord in His Word, with His Spirit, wholeheartedly, and desire true knowledge of servanthood. Becoming a Man of God is a wonderful journey to surrender, study, leadership through discipleship, servanthood, and advocate active forgiveness. 

Recommended for personal or small group Bible studies – This book would be an excellent read for those in the military as well!

You may get your copy of Becoming a Man of God: The Journey at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

CBM Book Review - Knowing HIM in His Word and Prayer

Title: Knowing HIM in His Word and Prayer
By: Thomas J. Mozden
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Knowing HIM in His Word and Prayer by Thomas J. Mozden is a daily devotional study designed to meditate and dig deeper into God’s Word. Each devotional seeks to display and reveal the author’s meditation and thoughts that touched his being, as each scripture verse chosen, he felt led by the Holy Spirit to read. “His Word is alive, and it is here where you will find true life and the gateway to eternal life.” ~ writes the author. He hopes that readers will understand that God’s Word is alive and an all-consuming fire. It is also the author’s hope that each person picking up the book will be touched, inspired, and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ ~ who paid such a high price for the free gift of salvation. 

Several themes run throughout the book, as the author mentions 3 words that are repeated and non-negotiable in speaking of life in Christ. They are: Trust, forgiveness, and love. I love that he begins his book with the scripture verse Matthew 11:28 GNB, “Come to me, all of you who are tired from carrying heavy loads, and I will give you rest.” 

His insights are compassionate, valuable, and give a fresh perspective to many who will come to understand that this author offers a contemplative interpretation of Scripture. I also came to appreciate his wisdom, insight, intelligence, and greatly valued his perspective. 

This book will bring readers into a deeper relationship and understanding of the Word, as they seek the Lord in their own meditation, prayer, and their own perspective. Written for believers, but this also comes as a wonderful book to encourage others to believe in the Lord and to ignite faith, hope, strength, and love through reading God’s Word. 

This book also comes highly recommended for those who seek a book written and guided by someone who is Holy Spirit-led in their writings.

Christian Book Review - The Arsenal of Grace: Confidence Out of Suffering

The Christian Book Review presents The Arsenal of Grace: Confidence Out of Suffering by Nigel Bird is a collection of articles and perspectives from the author written at different dates and pertaining to his experiences, reflections, perspectives - all written at different times in his walk with the Lord to help others and inspire others as they are willing to read his writings. 

He states his book is “A collection of articles fleshing out a considered Christian viewpoint respecting the Bible but based on relationship with God and other people arising from intelligence, learning, and mental suffering.”

Further stating he is inspired by the grace of God, he offers readers a glimpse of the cross, the free gift of salvation, and of the arsenal of grace that he calls ammunition from the foot of the cross.  His writings serves as autobiographical giving insight into his early college years, his health, and his sufferings. Written all to bring encouragement to others to learn to listen, pray, and keep a Biblical perspective as it pertains to godly relationships.

He is an author that has taken time also to write letters giving feedback as to his experiences at a particular church for them to reflect upon as “positive criticism” to come up higher in the attaining to unity within the Christian theme of unity in churches, what the Bible calls a healthy church, and what being evangelical looks like from his definition, to include, as such he describes, perspectives of others as mentioned in his bibliography.

The author shares in this book that God’s greatest gift to humanity is that of “salvation and eternity with Him. But that God’s greatest earthly gift must be that of prayer, such that we can approach the throne of God at any time, without any fear, knowing that He yearns to engage with us…” Therefore, his letters, stories, articles, and words are a culmination of his writings that endeavour to reveal the grace of God and the beauty of God to inspire whosoever chooses to read his book. He also emphasises that the art of listening to one’s heart, not judging, and having empathy serves as a catalyst to relationship as a Christian.  

With that said may the beauty of the Gospel and that of prayer give insight and share the beauty of the Grace of God in loving each other. His hopes are that others would be inspired, encouraged, and helped in whatever state life finds them in. A CBM Christian Book Review ~ 10.0 out of 10.0 stars

You may get your copy of The Arsenal of Grace at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. Be sure to visit the author at The Arsenal of Grace for more information.

CBM Book Review - God’s Gift to Mankind

Title: God’s Gift to Mankind: 
His Word, His Revelation, His Legacy
Author: Jules Modlinski, PhD
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

God’s Gift to Mankind: His Word, His Revelation, His Legacy is not just another book on Theology. The book speaks of  a “Galilean Rabbi Who Changed History.” ~ A wonderful and enlightening read! 

The author has written an incredible book displaying the integrity, truth, and relevance of the Word of God, helping readers to understand the legacy and importance of the Bible, to include: Jesus Christ, His life and history.

The times of shifting sands are apparent to all and the evidence is clear: The decline of church leaders, church attendance, failing morals, and a generation that seems so lost and resolute to not listen to the wisdom of the Bible. This book explains the absolute relevance of God’s Gift to Mankind: His Word, His Revelation, and His Legacy in such a profound, yet easy-to-read fashion. 

Filled scripture references and quotes from the past Biblical mentors, such as Spurgeon, Augustine, and missionaries, this book teaches, inspires, and offers fresh insight! Such chapters include: Chronicles of Faith: The Bible’s Path to Prominence, The Genesis of Disobedience, The Duality of Truth, Gender and Ministry, The Galilean Rabbi Who Changed History, Saul of Tarsus, The Poverty of Shifting Values, The Pinnacle of God’s Word, Dies Arae (Day of Wrath), The Eternal Word, Heavenly Aspirations, Two Passages/One Truth, Whose Prayers Is It? From Passover Sedar to Last Supper, From Now Until Forever, Biblical Relevancy in a Modern World, A Hollow Pulpit, The Battle for Biblical Truth, with Epilogue, Anchored in the Storm,  & A Journey Toward Fatih and Unity.

This is an exciting commentary and comprehensive Biblical discernment inspiring prayer, faith, and devotion in a wholehearted way that offer the Truth of God’s Word to elaborate: Grace, redemption, salvation, eternity, God’s authority an sovereignty, offering the gift of God’s Word that brings lasting salvation and hope. 

Quote from the Author ~ “This book reflects the lessons I have learned from Johnnie: the power of sincere prayer, the importance of reading God’s Word, and the immeasurable gift of His presence in our lives. I am blessed beyond measure to have Johnnie as a friend and teacher, and I hope this book serves as a testament to the faith and wisdom that he has shared with me.”

Highly recommended for those who prefer a new perspective of the Bible that adds to deepen their faith and understanding. A well-done and concise read for today’s times, whether believer or not.

You may get your copy of God’s Gift to Mankind at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

A CBM Christian Book Review - Earthly Stories with Spiritual Meaning: Spiritual Lessons Learned from Real Life Events

A Wonderful Book ~ CBM Book Reviews 

Danny Dodson’s book gives us a collection of his own life experiences that offer “lessons learned” insight to uplift the spiritual condition of readers while giving them a bit of entertainment along the way. Some of the stories are humorous, and some are nostalgic, as the author points out. However, all involve the application of life experiences that teach us valuable principles we need to learn from the Holy Scriptures. We travel along our earthly journeys in preparation for an eternal home; but, in the meantime, while on Earth, our earthly stories can have deep spiritual significance. This is the purpose of the book – to teach some spiritual lessons learned from real-life events, and to give readers a deeper understanding of their own walk with God.

Deeply insightful, the author starts off with the book’s first section being entitled “Walking Worthy.”  Does this not say it all?  Then he delves into chapters that offer really wonderful insights with teachings that one cannot lay aside. Chapters within Section 1: “Walking Worthy” include: How’s Your Eyesight? The Servant Attitude, The Power of Working Together, and Lacing Up Your Gospel Shoes.  Section 2: “Overcoming Satan” includes: The Devil Sounds A Lot Like God, Unable to Walk, The Jericho Road, and Christian Superpowers and Kryptonite. Section 3: “Looking to the Goal” includes: Heaven Will Surely Be Worth It All, Keeping Your Eyes on Jesus, and Christ and the Church. And Section 4: “Final Thoughts” includes: Uncomfortable Joy, and Mother’s Last Message.  All these chapters give deep meaning and understanding to the valleys and mountaintops we all experience.

I find his book a fantastic read to help understand that there is victory on the other side. His teachings are truly invaluable, life-changing, and a blessing to read. As a long-time Bible student, teacher, and preacher, his writings are sermons that one will not forget.

Filled with Scriptural insight and much teaching, this book comes as highly recommended to those in need of spiritual direction, Biblical encouragement, and inspiration! 10.0 out of 10.0 stars

You may get your copy of Earthly Stories with Spiritual Meaning at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

Book Review - Anakus: A Roman Slave, A Reluctant Warrior, A Redeemed Soul

Title: Anakus: A Roman Slave, A Reluctant Warrior,
A Redeemed Soul
By: Stephen Phillips
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

An epic adventure set in ancient Roman times, a young boy is taken. His name is Anakus. As the title suggests, he is a Roman slave, a reluctant warrior, and a redeemed soul. Stephen Phillips writes with soul-capturing scenes, heroism, and eloquence, capturing the saving love of a Savior. A Savior who knows our pain and sees us in our lives. 

The ancient Roman Empire was built on savagery and conquest. This is no understatement for Anakus (known as Felix, a new name from his captors). Felix (Anakus) lives as one who is forced into something he did not choose. With only his will to survive, his journey takes readers on a quest for freedom of soul and body – one that is memorable, traumatic, and heartbreaking. Anakus is a saga of historic proportions. 

Fast-paced and haunting, a village plundered, families torn apart – Anakus’s survival has just begun. Filled with descriptive imagery, the author draws readers in and captivates them with the story of Anakus - Igniting a passion to all who read his story - one that is forever burning in the heart of all who have lived. A fight to live, a fight for freedom, a fight for everything one has known. This is the story of Anakus! 

A fascinating, thrilling epic saga of a boy taken from home. His life was never the same. Yet, Anakus finds the one who knew him before the winds, before the chains, before the marauders invaded. Anakus is an overcomer, a warrior, and a redeemed soul. 

An exhilarating ride through the sands of time, Ancient Rome – to find the One, Jesus of Nazareth! A truly breathtaking journey. You will not be disappointed!

CBM Book Review - Still, I Will Sing!: A Journey of Hope and Healing

Title: Still, I Will Sing!: A Journey of Hope and Healing
By: Scott Callaway Folsom
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Still, I Will Sing!: A Journey of Hope and Healing by Scott Callaway Folsom is a story of incredible resilience, perseverance, and faith despite the loss of a spouse and overcoming his own health scare, diagnosed with leukemia. 

Throughout, the author offers hope for those who travel along on life’s road. Through the telling of his wife’s death, in particular, he shares deep and profound lessons that he came to understand about grief.  I found the lessons soothing and helpful, as tears welled up in my eyes. No one escapes this temporal life without facing their own losses and griefs in life. The comforting way the author tells the truth about grief was much appreciated! The old adage that “time heals all wounds” is a nice thought, but not really the case. There is always a space of sadness, and they are always with you in one’s heart. This grief changes us. However, we learn to go on. A powerful anonymous poem reveals his feelings after losing his wife of thirty-four years – that was a gem of a poem that readers will appreciate! 

When faced with his health diagnosis, many Facebook posts by the author reveal the tracking of his own journey with “that dreadful disease” cancer. What is truly amazing is his ability to write during his times of trial, not to mention the courage and the faith he had for the journey. This was profound to me. This book brings great hope to those traversing the dreaded “C” word, or for any other fiery trial. 

Overall, I found this book incredibly insightful and a touching memoir filled with encouraging scripture and plenty of hope for anyone facing life’s tumultuous trials. The author has certainly captured the end of it all: Still, I Will Sing! Amen!

A highly recommended read for those encountering life’s storms. The book is telling of hope and healing. I love this book!

The Harvest: An In-Depth Study of the Coming of the Lord, the Antichrist, and the Fruit of the Earth

Title: The Harvest: 
An In-Depth Study of the Coming of the Lord, the Antichrist, a
nd the Fruit of the Earth
By: Johnny L. Dudley
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

The Harvest: An In-Depth Study of the Coming of the Lord, the Antichrist, and the Fruit of the Earth, by multi-published and Bestselling Amazon author Johnny L. Dudley sheds Biblical insight upon The Harvest of God's people. A profound and life-changing book (a reprint of The Harvest that Johnny L. Dudley wrote many years ago) contains a concise breakdown of the Biblical events of the End Times. 

Keen insight and understanding present a Biblical foundation and perspective of the book of Revelation and End Time prophecies, all bringing an understanding that certain theologies created by modern-day Christianity (like the Rapture) are not Biblically correct. Debunking the pretribulation Rapture theory, the author offers the truth of God’s Word presented to readers in a simple and easy-to-read fashion. 

This book is fascinating and Biblically accurate! The author highlights terms that one might not be familiar with as certain aspects of the Bible were written from the perspective of an Agrarian culture, symbolism used in those days to speak of a “harvest” which helps readers understand many different aspects of the Bible. God desired a Godly lineage from the beginning. This book can be best described as a Biblical survey of End Time events.

Ten Sections such as:  Two Mysteries, A Knowledge of the Times, Two Significant Time Pieces, The Falling Away, The Man of Sin, The Great Tribulation, The Expulsion Phase, The Two-fold Harvest, The Day of the Lord, Peace! Peace at Last! & The Serpent’s Third Great Deception give way to chapters that describe such events such as: The Mysteries of God, The Mysteries of Iniquity, The Flood, The Exodus, The Babylonian Captivity, The Messiah, and so much more! This a wonderfully orchestrated book giving an broad perspective with intricate detail that has kept to a Biblical foundation. 

This book comes highly recommended to those who desire Truth from the Word of God to prepare for what is coming – the soon coming of the Lord, preparing one with Biblical knowledge and to watch for and prepare one’s heart, so that one is not deceived, disappointed, or led astray. Filled with wisdom, Scripture, and deep insight into the Bible and the End Times, one will come to understand the utmost importance of having understanding for the chaotic times we live in today and those to come.

A must-read for all Christians, skeptics, and unbelievers alike!  

You may get your copy of The Harvest at Amazon and in Kindle. Be sure to visit the author at Consecrated Press to find out more about his books. 

CBM Book Review - The Timeless Apostle

Title: The Timeless Apostle
By: Kenneth Urbansky
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

The Timeless Apostle by Kenneth Urbansky is a fantastic time-travelling adventure of a young man, Thomas. Thomas, tired of living under his father’s roof, deems himself a failure. His girlfriend Becky deeply loves him and supports him. Thomas is in a timeline of his life where he wishes he can jump forward in time and out of where he is at. In a way, he does. He time travels. Deeply inviting, the author weaves Thomas's story, and character, alongside the family backdrop, that tells the story of the times of Jesus. True to Scripture, he takes readers back…to a time of the Bible. And oh, what an adventure it is! 

An appreciated novel, the author has brought to life a walk alongside the disciples and how it could have been for them. This is a modern-age fiction novel of time travel offering the Bible as its backdrop. Different characters emerge, and interesting dialogue reveals the disciple's emotions and thoughts, as well as relatable characters. This book is an entertaining and delightful look into a time period that readers will certainly enjoy! 

This is a fun and adventurous book, revealing the walk of Thomas, as “Doubting Thomas” who had one mistake give him a label in which he should not have had to be remembered by…as “the doubter.” Ken Ubansky’s book suggests to readers that it is God who redeems and that we should not look at past failures and let those failures define us. 

This was an immensely enjoyable fictional book that puts Christianity and how a lot of people feel about it front and center…however, the author offers something more – the truth of the apostolic adventures of The Timeless Apostle that provides hope.

I love this book! 

You may get your copy of The Timeless Apostle at Amazon or in Kindle as a download.
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