Game on

Game On: Find Your Purpose - Pursue Your Dream by Emmitt Smith is a great book! Emmitt is a true person of inspiration. If only we could all be as goal focused as he is. He is living proof that if you set your mind to something you can accomplish anything. His story is a rags to riches in true form. In his book he gives examples of how he made his dreams come true and you can too. I highly recommend this book to anyone who needs some inspiration to get going. You don't have to be a football fan to enjoy the book by the way. I know very little about football and still enjoyed the book. I received this book from Tyndale Publishers for an honest review.

Ascent from Darkness

In Ascent from Darkness How Satan's Soldier Became God's Warrior by Michael Leehan the author tells about his twenty years of service to Satan. As a young adult, feeling abandoned by God and people, he turned to Satan for power and fulfillment. God was able to intervene and provide Michael the hope and light he needed in his darkest hours. Since the book is about a true story it makes it that much more intense. This is a book every Christian should read.

Hook, Line & Sinker

I received an electronic copy of Hook, Line & Sinker by Susan May Warren from Tyndale House Publishers for an honest review. In Hook, Line & Sinker, the annual Deep Haven fishing contest draws professional and amateur anglers from across the country, but this year, Ross Springer is determined to win the top cash prize. In fact, he has no choice. It's his last chance to leave a lasting legacy at Bethel College. He just never imagined his fundraising scheme would hook Abigail Cushman, the grad student who reminds him of all they'd had - and lost - every time she glances his way. Abigail Cushman may not know the difference between a bass and a trout, but how hard can it be to catch a fish? She's a quick learner, and she's certain her smarts can net her a win over Ross, the handsome charmer she's tried to forget since grief tore them apart. This book is very easy to get into and relate to. And it has the desired outcome I was looking for.

Waiting for Dawn

I received an electronic copy of Waiting for Dawn by Susan May Warren from Tyndale House Publishers for an honest review. The book is about Lacey Galloway, a contractor for the Department of Defense, who leads a rather predictable life. But news that Sergeant Frist Class Jim Micah is missing in action leads her on a dangerous trek overseas to rescue the man who secretly captured her heart. Although her DOD connections quickly cut through the red tape, she also enlists the help of her ex-boyfriend and Micah's bestfriend, Lieutenant John Montgomery. As they hatch a covert plan to find and rescue Micah, Lacey's feelings are once again torn between the two me. This book is filled with romance, adventure and is a page turner from the start. I enoyed the book all except for the way it ended. Ms. Warren said this book is a prequel to her Team Hope series. I just hope the story continues in her next book.

The Grace of God

I received a copy of Andy Stanley's The Grace of God from Booksneeze. Andy Stanley explores grace shown in the Old and New Testaments. He looks at grace by explaining the story of Grace: being Chosen by Grace, Surprised by Grace, Redeemed by Grace, Ruled by Grace, Rescued by Grace, Sustained by Grace, Puzzled by Grace, Accepted by Grace, Reborn by Grace, Filled by Grace, Saved by Grace and Commissioned by Grace. This book delivers great insight, inspiration, and simple truths in a memorable way. With grace comes faith. Such a strong statement in such an uncertain world.

Fresh-Brewed Life

I recently received a copy of Fresh-Brewed Life A Stirring Invitation to Wake Up Your Soul by Nicole Johnson from Booksneeze. I really enjoyed reading the book because it was written by a woman for women. She gives examples from her life and other women she knows to help back up and reinforce her teachings. Nicole comares fresh brewed java to how our life can be brewed as well. She describes the fresh brewed life as a journey of awakenings to God, to ourselves and to others. So grab a cup of joe and savor this book. You won't regret it for sure.

The Little Red Book of Wisdom

Mark DeMoss has a great way of giving wisdom from his and others lives. The chapters are short and to the point but are loaded with information and real life examples. I think it's wonderful to be able to get advice like this from a business owner and leader who does the right thing even if it means not doing big money deals. How many businesses look past the money to stick with their mission statements? Not many. The wisdom DeMoss gives in this book is not just for businesses.