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New Devotional from Liz Curtis Higgs!

29 Sunday Oct 2017

Posted by Jennifer in Food for thought, Reviewed Books, Uncategorized

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31 Proverbs

 

I love this new devotional by best selling author Liz Curtis Higgs. It is a very practical, simple, and useable 31 chapter book. Higgs walks through 31 Proverbs as a guide, teacher, and friend. She also challenges us to one simple reflection or task to that applies or highlights the Proverb in each chapter called One Minute, One Step. I found these to be enjoyable and effective.

One of my favorite chapters of 31 Proverbs To Light Your Path is Chapter 17 Smart Money.  Liz walks us through Proverbs 16:16, “How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver.” She points out that thieves can steal your money but not your wisdom. I loved her personal story in this chapter about her new raincoat. I could so see myself in this story! She ends the chapter with a brief prayer asking God to teach her to value what He values. In her One Minute, One Step, Liz encourages us to quickly go through our closets and find an item we haven’t worn in a long time. Then, try it on and if it doesn’t fit donate it to a favorite charity shop. Again, this book is very practical and good for the soul.

I first became acquainted with Liz Curtis Higgs when I read her retelling of Ruth, Mine is the Night.  It quickly became one of the books I recommend the most to friends who are looking for a good read. I know you will enjoy this book just as much. I requested a review copy from Bloggingforbooks because i knew I would enjoy it. I was not required to write a positive review and all opinions are my own. I have not been compensated.

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03 Thursday Apr 2014

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There are few things I love more than a good book. Overtime I have developed a veracious appetite for all things historical fiction. It’s not the only thing I read, but definitely my preference. Here are my most cherished books. I have read some of them more than twice.

Redeeming LoveI read Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers every year. It is an amazing work of fiction and is in my top five without a doubt. Redeeming Love is a fictionalized retelling of the Book of Hosea from the Bible. Bible reader or not, this book is incredible and difficult to put down.

Mine is the NightAhhhh!  Just seeing the cover makes me want to read it again!!  Mine is the Night by Liz Curtis Higgs is the fictionalized retelling of the Book of Ruth from the Bible. Again, you don’t have to be Bible savvy to read and enjoy. In fact, I had no idea it was based on the book of Ruth until I began reading it.  Needless to say, I love it.

Love's ReckoningMagnificent cover! Laura Frantz is in fact my favorite author. I stumbled upon her first book in my local library, The Frontiersman’s Daughter. I spent two nights barely sleeping because I had to know how it would end. Of her books, if I were to pick my very favorite, it would be Love’s Reckoning. When I am out of books to read, I read this one again.

TheBlueCastleRemember Anne of Green Gables? Well, It was written by L.M. Montgomery. She also wrote this lovely book, The Blue Castle. I adore it. I bought it on my Nook because it is obviously an older book, but I so want a hard copy. Put this one at the top of your to read list.

1000 giftsI fully intend to devote an entire blog post to this life changing book. Until then, I encourage you to hurry to your local bookstore and buy this book!!!  The lens with which I view the world is forever changed.  After reading this book, I find myself discovering gifts from God everywhere I look. Christmas everyday. I have even started my own list of 1000 gifts.

at home in MitfordThe Mitford books by Jan Karon are endearing and heart warming. They reignited my love for reading after college. There is nothing like four years of mandated reading to kill your joy of pleasure reading. I read every book in this series. I am so thankful my Mother-in-law recommended them to me. So now I am paying it forward.

The Counte of Monte CristoThis one is a little bit of a commitment, but well worth the effort. I first read this book in the seventh grade. Full of mystery, intrigue, love, and even revenge, I am certain it will become a favorite.

To Whisper Her NameI have read all but one of Tamera Alexander’s books. This is by far my favorite. I clearly remember the night I stayed up nearly till dawn to finish it. So good!!  Tamera Alexander’s books are always a guarantee great read.

Big Stone GapLast but not least, Big Stone Gap by Adriana Trigiani.  This is a laugh out loud kind of book. I have read it many times and I am never sorry. It is the first book in a series, but in my opinion, it is the best in the grouping. Bonus, it is being made into a movie starring Ashley Judd!

Happy Reading!!

 

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