Reviews by Joel Bremer
Insourcing
On 6/3 Joel Bremer wrote: I love discipleship books. This comes from Randy Pope. This guy has a proven discipleship success story. I want to read that and here is the book. This book is a practical hands-on book for every Christian who wants to grow in Christ in the context of relationships. This is the best book on discipleship ... best book on discipleship
Chasing Francis
On 5/13 Joel Bremer wrote: Hey all, I have just finished a great book by Ian Morgan Cron called, "Chasing Francis." I read Cron's other book and was pleased to read this one. I have to admit it is a reprint of his older book from another publisher. This book is a journey of a pastor from a mega church that is more than burned ... Read this book!!!
Clean
On 4/25 Joel Bremer wrote: I have read "Clean" by Douglas Weiss. The Subtitle says it all: "A proven plan for men committed to sexual integrity." I'll be honest, this was a tough book because Weiss tackles a tough subject that many men are unwilling to tackle: sexual integrity. If men are honest, we all are tempted sexually. ... A great resource for men everywhere!
God's Not Dead
On 4/12 Joel Bremer wrote: I love books on apologetics (defending the faith). This book is probably the best book on apologetics i have ever read. I would buy this book for a non-believer to read and a believer to study for themselves. This book uses the usual arguments proving God exists: science, the complexity of the universe, ... Great book!
Neighbors and Wise Men
On 2/22 Joel Bremer wrote: Neighbors and Wise Men is a great book about finding God in unexpected places. Tony Kriz (the author) was unknown to me when i got this book. but i found out from the cover that He was mentioned in blue like jazz, which i have read and like very much. This book is not priciples or or facts, it is in ... I love this book
Grace
On 11/8 Joel Bremer wrote: Max Lucado boos are great for inspiration and to feel good. I recommend his books for anyone. I have 12 Max Lucado books, so you know that i like his writing. This book, Grace, is a good book. Grace is one of those subjects that i read about often. This book is a little, "Fluffy" to me. it didnt ... Book Review: Grace by Maz Lucado
Rudy
On 9/19 Joel Bremer wrote: My book review of Rudy by Rudy Ruttiger I have watched the movie 'Rudy' many times and have been inspired to have dreams that are beyond your own ability to get them fulfilled. I have watched the movie so many times i can even quote it from heart. It is in fact my favorite movie of all time. All of ... The book 'Rudy,' I love it!
Tough Guys and Drama Queens
On 8/21 Joel Bremer wrote: Once in a while a book comes across my desk that is great for me to read on a personal level. Then there are books that are great for me to recommend. Tough Guys and Drama Queens by Mark Gregston is a great book to read and recommend to others. This book is recommended for parents of elementary age ... Tough guys and drama queens!
Mondays with My Old Pastor
On 6/11 Joel Bremer wrote: When i began to read this book I could immeditly identify with the author. He was a discouraged and burned out pastor. But make no mistake, you definitly dont have to be a pastor to love this book. From the beginning of the book, Navajo visits his old pastor for encouragment and wisdom. As i read ... Great and powerful book
Empty Promises
On 5/23 Joel Bremer wrote: Everyone has experienced Empty Promises from people and we have been hurt. Pete Wilson has written a book called "Empty Promises." The truth is, you've been lied to. There are so many things the world offers that only God can deliver. Choose to live for God and He will never leave you with Empty ... Great Book !!!
The Jesus We Missed
On 4/9 Joel Bremer wrote: The Jesus we Missed book review I read a book titled "The Jesus we Missed" by Patrick Henry Reardon. I actually really loved it. I think it is time to forget what we have heard about Jesus and get into the Bible and see what the Bible has to say about Jesus. This book helps us do that. This book ... The Jesus we missed review
I Am a Follower
On 2/13 Joel Bremer wrote: "I am a follwer" is written by Len Sweet. I read his books in college and wasnt the best fan of his writing style. this book intreged me, so i took a chance. I love Sweet's concept that we are all follower of Jesus not leaders. Jesus is the leader, we are the followers. I loved the concept Sweet ... I am a follower review
Why Men Hate Going to Church
On 1/4 Joel Bremer wrote: Why men hate going to church David murrow has written a book called, "Why Men Hate Going to Church" I am a pastor so it intreged me. I read it and it was well written and had plenty of stats. I do feel that he stereotyped most men. I do feel that men do need to step up to the plate with teh church ... Why Me3n hate going to church?
The Encounter
On 12/5 Joel Bremer wrote: I read this book in a couple of sittings. It was a fictional book with a point. Do you have unforgivness in your life? Read this book! Do you know someone who has unforgivness in their lives? Read this book! Does someone have unforgivness towards you? Read this book! My point? Read this book! ... Gotta love this book!!!
Going Deep
On 11/21 Joel Bremer wrote: This is a good book on spiritual growth. This is actually the second book of a series. I read the first one and loved it. I have a few problems with this one. It isn't the subject. it is not even the fact that he uses fiction to teach a subject. The problem with this book is it is too long. I ... Good book, Too Long!
Our Last Great Hope
On 9/28 Joel Bremer wrote: I just finished the book "our last great hope" by Ronnie Floyd. Now honestly i have never heard of this guy. as you might have noticed, our world is not going in a positive direction. Our world needs some hope. In this book, Floyd claims that teh worlds last great hope is participation and living the ... Our last great hope
Rumors of God
On 8/24 Joel Bremer wrote: Rumor of God I have just read "Rumors of God" by Darren Whitehead and Jon Tyson. the subtitle got me on this book, "Experiencing the kind of faith you've only heard about." How true. In life it seems that we believe in God but sometimes only hear about the abundant life or joy or peace or miracles. ... Rumors of God
Why God Won't Go Away
On 7/13 Joel Bremer wrote: Why God won't go away I have finished 'Why God won't go away" by Alistar Mcgrath. I enjoyed it. This book was a good thing for all the people who are listening to the 'new Athiesim.' The new athiest is not content with just not believing in God but they make sure the world knows that God is a fantesy. ... Why God won't go away
Jesus, My Father, The CIA, and Me
On 6/7 Joel Bremer wrote: This was a book written by Ian Morgan Cron. This was a memior of his that has led me closer to God. He takes us on a journey of his childhood to meet his alcoholic father who secretly worked for the CIA. Through the sad moments we see God peeking through and showing up in his life. ... Jesus, my father, the CIA, and Me.
How to Write a Book Proposal
On 5/9 Joel Bremer wrote: I picked up the book 'How to write a book proposal' by Michael larsen because one of my life-goals is to write a christian non-fiction. while i enjoyed the read, i believe it was alot of 'fluff'. unnecessary words and chapters. the book could have been shorter and been fine. i ... How to write a book proposal
Unleashed
On 4/18 Joel Bremer wrote: I just read Unleashed, by Erwin Raphael Mcmanus. I did enjoy it! he is a very gifted writer. I will admit that I wish that there were some aplication points to this book. He wrote it saying the same thing over and over. "Live your life full, take risks." I agree wholeheartedly ... Unleashed the book!
Max On Life
On 4/18 Joel Bremer wrote: I have read Max Lucado books for a long time. You have questions about the faith and life. Max Lucado helps you get to the answers. This book is great. each question is easily seen on the top of the page and the answer is creative and not boring. The Subjects are easy indexed ... Max on Life (Book by Max Lucado)
A Conversation with God
On 3/16 Joel Bremer wrote: A Conversation with God was written by Alton Gansky. This was a very easy book to read and bery basic. I would put this under the Christianity 101 category. veteren Christians will benifit from this to be reminded of basic questions of the faith and they will be able to help new believers. I would ... A conversation with God
Finding Our Way Again
On 2/16 Joel Bremer wrote: I was given a book by booksneeze.com in exchange of an honest review. I have never given a bad review before. but here is my first one. Brian Mclaren is a controversial pastor, so i knew coming into the read that it might be strange. This guy is a Universalist at best. There ... Finding our way book review