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Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Seeing Green - A Book Review




Can you look yourself in the mirror and say you have never envied someone? Your friend, co-worker, neighbor, your favorite celebrity or even your sibling? I daresay few of us can honestly answer yes to that question. Envy, the green-eyed monster, sneaks up on us when we are not looking, and if we are not careful, it can color not just our relationship with the person we envy, but the way we see ourselves.

In her book Seeing Green,Tilly Dillehay paints a picture of envy that most of us have never considered before and causes us to take an unsettling look at ourselves. Using practical, down-to-earth language, Tilly shows us how we can identify envy in all its disguises and how, by recognizing God’s glory on the subject of our envy, we can snuff out the green-eyed monster once and for all.

Seeing Green is a book I recommend for everyone because we all harbor envy to some extent. And now you can enter for a chance to win a copy of this compelling book.

Giveaway link: https://www.blessedfreebies.com/seeing-green.html



Thursday, April 26, 2018

God Bless You and Good Night - Review


Are you getting ready for bed? How about your little ones? Are they bathed and fed but rubbing their eyes, trying to resist sleep? Well, here's the solution. God Bless You and Good Night is a big, beautiful hardcover book with beautifully-drawn pictures of animals getting ready for bed. The rhyming verses are catchy and funny and just right to have your youngster read along with you. They will give your child a feeling of safety and send them right off to sleep.



God Bless You and Good Night written by Hannah Hall, illustrated by Steve Whitlow

Summary

The bestselling God Bless You and Good Night has sold more than a quarter of a million copies as a board book, and this beautiful expanded picture book will make a perfect gift for families.
God Bless You and Good Night sparked a series that is as beloved as it is adorable. The original board book has sold more than 280,000 copies and continues to grow. This expanded picture book offers a classic, collectible item that readers will love for their own home library and is a beautiful gift option for baby showers and birthdays or as an announcement gift for soon-to-be grandparents. With its deluxe formatting, larger art spreads, and expanded content, this picture book will be the family favorite for bedtime.

The A God Bless Book series has sold more than 600,000 units and has appeared on numerous bestseller lists. Contributor Bio Hannah C. Hall estimates that she has read approximately 4,500 bedtime stories to her children over the last few years. She is thankful to get to add her own books to their daily rotation. Hannah and her husband, Josh, have five children and live in a small town in Arkansas. Steve Whitlow lives in northern England, on the top of a (very) windswept hill, with his wife and young family. Steve followed his artistic calling from an early age and was first published at age 16, producing vibrant characters for greeting cards and then children's publishing. With no formal art training and only his natural talent, Steve has now been working as a professional artist for more than twenty years. "My kids are my critics," says Steve. "The best reaction I can hope for is an exclamation of 'Cool, Dad!' from either Sam or Ethan-or both."


And now you can get a copy of this lovely book by entering the giveaway here:

https://www.blessedfreebies.com/godblessyouandgoodnightgwy.html

Purchase Link: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/god-bless-you-and-good-night-P005621646



Friday, April 06, 2018

Prone to Wander Phone Cases




"Prone to wander far from thee," the song says, and if we are honest with ourselves, we would admit that our hearts are prone to wander far from God at times. When the cares of life overcome us, we can take comfort in knowing that God understands and He is ready and willing to bring us back to Him. To remind us of His love and steadfast presence, Prone to Wander LA has created the beautiful phone cases you see in the pictures above. The company Prone to Wander takes its name from the hymn "Come Thou Fount," and it exists to bring God's word to us "in the little things we carry, wear or see everyday." These phone cases fit nicely on my iPhone 5 or any phone around that size.

You can win one of these cases by entering the giveaway here: https://www.blessedfreebies.com/p2wgiveaway.html or you can use the entry form below:


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Friday, March 30, 2018

The Power of the Cross

 My mother loved reading and she encouraged me to read a lot when I was a child. I always enjoyed the books she read to me and had  me read back to her, but one thing I didn't enjoy was the story of the crucifixion which she had me read one Good Friday. I remember hoping that when Jesus was arrested there would be a happy ending like most of the stories I read, that Jesus would not be crucified. But of course, it didn't end that way, and I wept inconsolably.

Today, even as an adult and a Christian, I no longer weep when I think of the cross, but as I reflect on Jesus's crucifixion, my heart fills with horror and sorrow for what He endured for you and me.The pain, the agony, the shame was more than we can ever imagine. However, I know now that the cross was God's plan of redemption for mankind, and that He, and Jesus, agreed on that plan before the foundation of the world. And so instead of the cross being a symbol of shame, it became a symbol of power and victory.

 Everyday cares and concerns may cause you to feel like you are bearing a cross. When you do, remember the cross. Remember that Jesus bore it all for you. Your sin and mine has been wiped away because of the cross. Jesus could have chosen not to go to the cross, but instead He prayed, "O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt" (Matthew 26: 39). Jesus died on the cross, but death could not overcome Him. In the same way, we who believe in Him  have the victory because of the cross.  Sickness, poverty, death all have to bow to the power of the cross. Halleluiah!

Would you like to know more about the cross and what it means for mankind? I have written a short story that you can read in less than an hour. It's called For God So Loved. It won an honorable mention in a Writer's Digest contest. You can  get it free from now until Monday 3/2/2018. Just click on this link.. You will not only get my book but also your choice of other Christian-themed books for your Easter reading AND a chance to win a $25 gift card. Enter this giveaway now.

God bless

Saturday, March 17, 2018

Florida's Latest Tragedy




Celebrate His Love
To help you get your mind in tune to the Easter season, I am inviting you to join an exciting giveaway taking place right now until Easter. It's called Celebrate His Love and features several Christian-themed books that you can pick up for FREE. And when you enter the giveaway, you also stand a chance to win a $25 gift card. My ebook, For God So Loved: The Story Behind Easter, which won an honorable mention in a Writer's Digest contest is on the list. So please get your FREE books and invite your friends to do so as well. God bless you.

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"The righteous cry out, the LORD hears and he rescues them from all their afflictions. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, saves those whose spirit is crushed. Many are the troubles of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all. Psalms 34: 18-20 These words were quoted by Senator Marco Rubio of Miami, Florida a few hours after a newly-constructed bridge at Florida International University (FIU)collapsed, killing and injuring several people. This is the second major tragedy to hit the sunshine state in about a month. Even though I don't know anyone who was affected, the tragedy hit home as FIU is my alma mater.

When the unexpected happens, how do we cope? Can we pick up the pieces and move on?

In this season of Lent, we may do well to read the account of what it must have been like for Jesus's disciples following His death. To say they were devastated is an understatement. Their Lord and Master had been taken from them and crucified. Executed in the most inhumane way possible. And, as far as they knew, Jesus had done nothing wrong. In fact, He'd only done good. Healed the sick, fed the hungry, raised the dead. Why hadn't he raised himself? Or prevented the Roman soldiers from killing him?

The disciples could make no sense of this horrible tragedy.

But that day on the road to Emmaus, two of them did what should be done when we experience a tragedy:

1. They talked about it. "Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them;" Luke 24: 13 - 15

2. They reached out to Jesus. "As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them" (v 28- 30).
In our grief and pain we may not think of the needs of others, but these men extended their hospitality to Jesus - even though they didn't recognize Him - and invited Him to stay with them as it was late in the day.

3. They took care of themselves. Jesus joined the disciples at their dinner table.  When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them(v 30).
During a tragedy, we may find it difficult to eat, but we must make the effort. Going without food and drink can cause your body to weaken and collapse under the strain.

4. They stayed together. "They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together" (v 33). When you are going through the stress of a loss or any form of tragedy, you may be tempted to isolate yourself, but this is the time when you need the companionship of trusted friends and relatives.

5. Pray. We don't see the disciples praying in this chapter, but we know that they prayed a lot. "They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers" (Acts 1: 14). Prayer, Bible reading and fellowshiping with others will give you the encouragement to get through this trying period.

We all experience tragedy at some time, but when this occurs, we can draw on the resources that God has given us and look to Him who is "our strength and refuge."

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Sunday, December 10, 2017

Julie Elias: A Girl Like Me - Review


I am pleased to introduce Julie Elias' new CD “A Girl Like Me.” This is Julie’s latest album which is available on all digital music outlets, including iTunes. Meant to be a companion to her girls’ events, every original song on the album has an intentional purpose and story behind it, from the conflict with a good friend in “Forgive Me” to her own feelings of unworthiness in “A Girl Like Me” to revisiting one of her favorites when she was a teen, a cover of DC Talk’s “In the Light.” The songs are a happy marriage of both heartfelt messages, theatrical anthems and intimate lullabies when the occasion calls for it. Whether you are a young woman in life or simply a young woman at heart, this album reminds us all that despite our failures and stubbornness, we need to “still believe a girl like me can be worthy of a King."



Bio: Julie Elias is a Christian singer/songwriter who’s story is unique but equally inspiring. Realizing a life in Hollywood as an actress, including appearing on shows like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “CSI:NY,” was not bringing her the happiness and contentment she was looking for, she surrendered herself to what God wanted her to do: be an influence in Christian music and use her stories of rejection, beauty and her own faith to encourage others. In 2014, she founded Aurora Ministries, a 501c3 non-profit that creates Christian material and events specifically for teen and tween girls. Through music, booklets, blogging, conferences and girls’ events, Julie has been able to share God’s role in her life - even when she didn’t think He was there - and find common ground to inspire young women all over the world.

Official Website: www.julieeliasmusic.com
Supplemental website- Blog: http://aurora-girls.com/

Enter the giveaway to win a copy of Julie's CD by clicking on the link below:


Giveaway: https://www.blessedfreebies.com/enter-to-win-a-girl-like-me.html

Friday, December 08, 2017

Women For All Seasons Goodreads Giveaway


I am pleased to inform you of a giveaway for my fist published book Women For All Seasons taking place right now until 12/15 on Goodreads. You can see all the details below.





Goodreads Book Giveaway


Women for All Seasons by Angela Joseph

Women for All Seasons

by Angela Joseph


Giveaway ends December 15, 2017.

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at Goodreads.



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Women For All Seasons is based on the biblical accounts of the lives of twelve women, and though they lived in a different time period from ours, their stories are as relevant today as they were back then. In the book you will meet Esther the beautiful young girl who became queen and saved the lives of the Jewish people. Mary, the mother of Jesus, who risked her own life by saying 'yes' to the angel and became mother of the Savior of the world. Mary Magdalene, who was demon-possessed, but became the first person to see the risen Lord.

Hannah, who struggled with infertility and had to endure the taunts of her husband's other wife. After she cried out to God, He opened her womb and she bore children, one of whom became a famous prophet. Hagar, the Egyptian bondwoman who was ordered to sleep with her boss Abraham so he and his wife could have a child. Hagar and the child were later thrown out of the house with nothing but a bottle of water and a piece of bread. Hagar cried out to God in the wilderness, and He rescued them and blessed them.

All of these women had flaws just like you and me, but they placed their faith in God, and He used them mightily. I trust that this book will bless your life and strengthen your faith in Jesus Christ, regardless of what your situation may be right now.

Enter the giveaway now taking place and you can win one of three printed copies of this inspiring book. And don't forget to sign up for my newsletter where you can receive timely updates and offers. God bless

Wednesday, December 06, 2017

Indescribable - Book Review: 100 Devotions About God and Science



"In the beginning God created the sky and the earth. The earth was empty and had no form ... Then God said, "Let there be light!" Genesis 1 : 1 - 3

Children are naturally curious human beings. Tell a child not to touch the stove, and he most likely will. In his book Indescribable, Louie Giglio gives 100 devotions, amazing facts and practical applications to satisfy every child's curiosity about the world in which we live. Pastor Louie makes it easy for children to understand that the same God who created the stars, and every species of plant and animal life is the same God who created each one of us.

Indescribable describes the wonders of God's creation in such simple and clear language that children cannot fail to understand and appreciate the book. Even though the targeted audience is children, I found the content fascinating and I learned many things I didn't know before - like sea otters using stones as hammers to crack open abalone shells to get their food!

One hundred entries from Louie cover topics from all
areas of science, with devotions on these issues and more:

Creation
Evolution
Animals
Dinosaurs
Space and the universe
Molecules and tiny matter
Medical science and medical miracles
Our amazing bodies
Geology and fossils
Weather and the atmosphere

This devotional will be unique, engaging, and beautifully
designed. Parents will be thrilled to share the messages of
both science and faith with their children,
giving Indescribable major appeal for
years to come.

This is a fabulous resource for Christian families and for
Christian schools and programs.


I look forward to presenting this book to my grand-daughter Jen, who at 9, will be able to read it with little help from me or her mom. If you are looking for a way to teach your youngster about the wonders of God,I highly recommend this book.

 Win a copy of Indescribable here








Friday, October 27, 2017

I'm Not A Scaredy Cat


Is your child afraid of the dark? Does he cower in fear at strange noises and situations? Most young children do, but even if he doesn’t, this book will teach him that God is always near, and he can trust Him in everything. This lovely hardcover book with its colorful illustrations and funny little verses will delight the hearts of children everywhere while teaching them to face their fears. Written by Max Lucado, I’m Not A Scaredy Cat features a little prayer that a child can easily learn.

“God, you are good.
God, you are near.
God, you are here!
And, God, you love me.”

With Christmas just around the corner, this book will make a perfect gift for your son or daughter.

You can win a copy of this cute little book when you enter the exciting giveaway. Just click on this link: http://www.blessedfreebies.com/im-not-a-scaredy-cat.html


To purchase the book, go here - http://www.tommynelson.com/scaredy-cat-presale/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw9afOBRDWARIsAJW4nvyhUMaRV9fup6aZDXkSQHy9pBm4c1BVi2ZyCA3W3Sm6oEdvCdC9958aAsE2EALw_wcB

Saturday, October 14, 2017

A Devotional For Your Kids

As godly parents we know the importance of getting our children grounded in the word of God. The Bible tells us we are to train up our children in the way they should go and when they are old they will not depart from it (Proverbs 22:6). However, some of us may lack the ability to break down scripture in a form that children can understand, or we may just feel inadequate to the task.

Sarah Young has come to our rescue with Jesus Always, a book with 365 devotionals for kids. The devotionals cover everything from spending time with God, seeking His help, trusting Him and experiencing the joy of the Lord. In fact, joy seems to be the overriding theme of the book.

But what I like best about the devotions is they are written from the POV of Jesus, so when the child reads it, he feels like Jesus is right there speaking to him personally. Here's one example: When you run into problems, look for Me. I’m right there with you.

The book itself is very attractive. The hard, purple cover features embossed lettering and art work. Pages are smooth and glossy with purple borders and green headers and footers. This book will make a great Christmas gift that will last a child a long time. You do not have to worry that the book will fall apart. The binding is sturdy and the cover is hard. I highly recommend this book, and now you can enter this giveaway to win 1 of 5 free copies. Just click this link: http://www.blessedfreebies.com/jesus-always-365.html


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Saturday, August 26, 2017

The Mediterranean Love Plan - Book Review


Are you at a point in your marriage when you feel like the spark has left, never to return? Before you think about heading to the divorce court, you should take a look at The Mediterranean Love Plan by Stephen & Misty Arterburn. But this book is not just for marriages that are in need of saving. I believe every marriage can benefit from Stephen & Misty's practical and God-ordained principles for preserving marriage.

Using examples from Mediterranean countries known for being the most romantic in the world - Italy, France, Greece - the couple discloses secrets that have helped them maintain the passion in their own marriage and which can do the same for yours.

Here in a nutshell are the secrets:

  1. The Secret of Attunement - Connecting with and focusing on each other every day, from the heart. 
  2. The Secret of Playfulness - Laughter and fun in marriage.. 
  3. The Secret of Savoring Food - Cooking, serving and savoring food together 
  4. The Secret of Enjoying Beauty - in nature, culture and in each other
  5. The Secret of Creativity - working on projects together
  6. The Secret of Health and Longevity - getting enough rest, exercise and healthy food and growing in faith.
  7. The Secret of blending the Sacred and the Sexual - enjoying sex the way God intended 

I highly recommend that married couples and those about to be married read this book together. You will be so glad you did. And right now there's an exciting giveaway that will make it even easier to get your hands on a copy of this book.

Here's the link: http://www.blessedfreebies.com/themediterraneanloveplan.html

Friday, May 05, 2017

Do You Like Tattoos?

I have never been a fan of tattoos. When I see them plastered on someone's arm, I think, how ugly, or how painful that must be. I also remember that somewhere in the Old Testament God warned that we must not make marks on our skin. However, when the opportunity came for me to review the Armed With Truth tattoos, I thought, what a wonderful idea. What better way to have scripture imprinted on your body in a place where you can see it everyday and memorize it.

Then I recalled another verse of scripture that says, "And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your might. Take to heart these instructions with which I charge you this day. Impress them upon your children. Recite them when you stay at home and when you are away, when you lie down and when you get up. Bind them as a sign on your hand and let them serve as a frontlet between your eyes" (Deuteronomy 6:5-8).

We may not take these words literally as the Jews did, but God wants us to "meditate [on His word] day and night" Psalm 1: 2 to remind us of his goodness to us, and these Armed With Truth tattoos certainly help us do that.  They are by no means ugly, are quick and easy to apply, non-toxic, and in my case, lasted a good four days. 

I chose the Fearless package which contains ten temporary scripture tattoos with application instructions.  Here you see Be Steadfast from Isaiah 26: 3 - You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. 

 I was surprised at the interest my grand children showed in these tattoos.
here's my granddaughter sporting 1 John 4: 4 - God is 
greater than anything.
You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world. 



And here's the most recent one I took: Focus on the Unseen

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is seen is eternal. - 2 Corinthians 4: 18

These tattoos not only help you memorize scripture, but they can be a great way of sharing the word of God with others. Like the nurse in the doctor's office who looked at mine and said, "That's cool."
By now I know you are wondering how you can get your hands on these "cool" tattoos, or get them on your hand.  You can enter this giveaway by clicking on the link below. Armed With Truth Emboldened Giveaway! (Contest on Hive.co)

Or to be sure you get yours, use this coupon code  quildon to purchase your temporary tattoos from Armed With Truth. I know you'll enjoy your tattoos as much as I do mine. God bless you.