Vanishing Point by Lisa Harris

Vanishing Point by Lisa Harris is the perfect mix of suspense and romance. When young girls start turning up missing, it's up to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the FBI to catch the serial killer that is on the loose. Agents Garrett Addison and Jordan Lambert are reunited on this case and they are both fighting their feelings for one another. Will they be able to solve this mystery and find love in the process?

This thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat and will have you turning page after page by lamplight until you reach the end. The book is very well-written and the story flows perfectly. The characters are likable and relatable and the story plays out like a movie on the big screen. I thoroughly enjoyed investigating along with Garrett and Jordan by trying to solve the mystery of the crime on my own. The ending does not disappoint. Most importantly, the lesson of this book is very well received and the author describes why God allows bad things to happen in this world. God gives us free will and we are affected by bad choices. However, God has promised us everlasting life if we just accept his son as our Lord and Savior. We may have heartache in this world, but in heaven, that will not be the case. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review. 

Fiercehearted by Holley Gerth

Each chapter of this book is a gift just waiting to be opened. Holley Gerth has the ability to catch the reader's attention from the first page. Her description of a fiercehearted woman is one that will motivate and inspire women of all ages.

This is a book that you will want to curl up in your favorite comfy spot to read. You will finish it feeling empowered, strong, and fierce. Holley's life stories are ones that we can relate to and learn from. She reminds us that we all have struggles and imperfections, but they do not define us. As the title says, we are fiercehearted. We are God's children. We are enough!

Thank you, Holley, for sharing your life and your talent. I look forward to reading more books by this wonderful author. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

Living the Spirit-Formed Life by Jack Hayford

Living the Spirit-Formed Life was first published in 1994 under the title of The Power and Blessing. It has now been revised and updated and includes a foreword by Robert Morris. The cover is very warm and inviting and sets the tone for the book. This book is very relevant still today and will be for years to come.

In the pages of this classic book, Pastor Jack Hayford reveals ten disciplines of the Spirit which include committing to hear God's voice, baptism, communion, forgiveness, and others. All of these things can help us to grow in our spiritual relationship with the Lord and mold us into a Spirit-Formed disciple.

I really enjoyed this book and will enjoy reading it again and again. This book is very inspirational and informative and is a great study to use alone or with a group. I received this book from Chosen in exchange for my honest review.

Calm, Cool, and Connected by Arlene Pellicane

Calm, Cool, and Connected is a book that is so necessary in today's society. Every single day, we are staring at our phones, televisions, and tablets and losing sight of the more important people and things around us. This book offers practical advice to help us cut down on our screen time and live life the way God intended us to.

The author uses the word HABIT to give the reader an interesting way to remember useful technology tips: H=Hold Down the Off Button, A=Always Put People First, B=Brush Daily: Live With a Clean Conscience, I=I Will Go Online With a Purpose, T=Take a Hike. These easy and simple steps can help us gain back the control over our devices. Arlene Pellicane reminds us that these devices are not going to play themselves or turn themselves on. We have the control and we can limit our screen time if we spend more time with God and people.

One part of the book that really stood out was when the author referred to mobile phones as digital pacifiers. This is such an accurate description. We need to put down our phones and work on forming relationships with others. There are many tips that I will apply to my life after reading this book, because I have a tendency to lose track of time when I am endlessly scrolling on social media. Everyone that is struggling with an unhealthy approach to technology should read this book. It is a quick read that is very beneficial. I received this book from Moody Publishers in exchange for my honest review.

Daring to Hope by Katie Davis Majors

Katie Davis Majors is a beautiful human being who has God at the center of her life. This is her story. When Katie went on a mission trip to Uganda, she could never have dreamed about what God had in store for her and what an impact she would have on people's lives by letting God completely direct her paths. Katie now lives in Uganda with her husband, her son, and her 13 adopted daughters. Daring to Hope is a heartbreaking, yet hopeful glimpse into Katie's life. Page after page is filled with beauty and brokenness and Katie reminds us that sometimes we have to face the storm to find the beauty. We can always hope and we can find that little piece of beautiful inside the ugly if we just trust God. God will prevail.

Katie is a gifted writer who doesn't just write books. She writes life-changing books. Daring to Hope is the perfect follow-up to Katie's first book, Kisses from Katie. Katie's life stories inspire us to make the change, take the chance, trust, and HOPE. Hope to find the beauty and the goodness, no matter what you are facing. I am honored to be chosen to be on the launch team for Daring to Hope and I am thankful for the chance to hear Katie's incredible story.

Look & Find Bible Storybook

Look & Find Bible Storybook is a delightfully colorful and interactive book of beloved Bible stories that will keep young readers occupied for hours. This brightly illustrated storybook includes 8 Bible stories: The Creation, Noah's Amazing Ark, The Exodus: Escape Through the Sea, David and Goliath, Jonah and the Big Fish, Jesus is Born, Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand, and Jesus has Risen. Take a peek under the large flap featured for each story and a look and find checklist is revealed. Children may use a dry erase marker to check items off the list as they find them.

This storybook is the "Where's Waldo" of Bible stories. Children will enjoy searching for animals, Bible characters, and much more. The stories are told in straightforward terms which offers better understanding to preschoolers and elementary aged children. This book has the potential to be enjoyed by a variety of children in different ages and stages of life. Whether taking this book on a road trip, using it as a learning tool in Sunday School, or buying it as a gift, readers will not be disappointed in the content that is revealed within the pages of this beautiful book. I received this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

Every Piece of Me by Jerusha Clark

Can I just start by saying that I love the cover of this book. The colors are beautiful and this book would definitely catch my eye if I saw it in the store. In Every Piece of Us, Jerusha Clark helps us to determine that our true identity can be found in Christ and our desire to be more like Him. We don't have to spend all our time trying to please and impress others because that is not what God expects of us. We are here to glorify Him. Clark's latest release offers up personal experiences that we can relate to and her studies and facts are very well-researched. One part of the book that I thought was very helpful is the questions section at the end of each chapter. These questions would be great for a women's Bible study or in your own personal quiet time and spiritual growth. If you read this with an open mind, you will be blessed. I received this book from Baker Books in exchange for my honest review.