Reviews by Denise
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Heaven's Lessons
On 2/17 Denise wrote: Heaven's Lessons by Steve Sjogren is a good book, but not what I expected when I picked it. I've read several books about near death experiences, and I expected it to more of an account of his NDE like other books I've read.However, this book briefly touches on his NDE experience and recovery and focuses ... Not what I expected, but good
Stumbling on Open Ground
On 2/1 Denise wrote: I will start by saying I thoroughly enjoyed reading Stumbling On Open Ground by Ken Mansfield. I was very touched by the spiritual insight he gained and shared while going through his cancer battles. I especially loved the intro to each chapter by his wife, Connie. Ken's story is very interesting, kept ... Stumbling On Open Ground by Ken Mansfield
Heaven Changes Everything
On 1/13 Denise wrote: Heaven Changes Everything: Living Every Day With Eternity In Mind by Todd and Sonja Burpo is a companion devotional to Todd Burpo's book, Heaven Is For Real (which I have read and reviewed very favorably). This book is a good devotional and has many good thoughts and messages which I did enjoy. However, ... Heaven Changes Everything by Todd & Sonja Burpo
Return to Sunday Dinner
On 1/13 Denise wrote: I am a cookbook lover and collector. I'm pretty picky about which cookbooks I add to my collection, as many cookbooks look promising, but then as I flip through them, contain many recipes that I don't like or wouldn't make. However, I think I can say I have just found my new favorite cookbook. Return ... Return To Sunday Dinner by Russell Cronkhite
Dreams and Visions
On 9/19 Denise wrote: I believe that Dreams And Visions by Tom Doyle is an important book for our time. The world has been extremely divided (Christians vs. Muslims) since September 11th. I believe that this book is an excellent way to show us what is currently going on in the Muslim world and a great guide for Christians ... Dreams And Visions
The River
On 9/6 Denise wrote: The River is Michael Neale's debut novel, and it didn't disappoint. I was skeptical at first about reading this book because I have literally no interest in whitewater rafting, camping, or farming, which are the main themes this book seemed to center on in the description. However, the moment I opened ... The River
Song of the Brokenhearted
On 8/22 Denise wrote: Song Of The Brokenhearted by Sheila Walsh is an inspiring novel that you will find hard to put down. Ava is a woman who has the "perfect" life - financially well off, a good position in her church, great kids. But one day it all comes tumbling down as her world falls apart around her, and suddenly she ... Song Of The Brokenhearted
Call of A Coward
On 7/29 Denise wrote: Call Of A Coward by Marcia Moston was an excellent and engaging book. I couldn't put it down and read it in one day! Call Of A Coward describes Marcia's journey from a comfortable New Jersey housewife to a missionary in a primitive village in Guatemala and beyond. I loved the stories she told about ... Call Of A Coward
By Faith, Not By Sight
On 7/11 Denise wrote: I started reading By Faith, Not By Sight by Scott MacIntyre not expecting much. I wasn't sure how much I'd like the book; I thought it might be a bit boring and just about his American Idol experience. What I didn't realize that Scott has had an interesting and very inspiring life since birth. This ... By Faith, Not By Sight
This Thing of Ours
On 6/2 Denise wrote: This Thing Of Ours by Cammy Franzese was an interesting book that I had trouble putting down. It detailed how Cammy met her husband Michael and their subsequent relationship and marriage. I was shocked that Cammy could date and marry Michael without having any clue he was in the mafia. It seemed a bit ... This Thing Of Ours
Healing Is a Choice
On 12/14 Denise wrote: I just had the privilege of reading Healing Is A Choice by Stephen Arterburn. When I received this book in the mail, I was immediately overwhelmed by the size of the book. At nearly 500 pages, this book was huge. My husband thought there were two books in the package! I thought this would be difficult ... Healing Is A Choice
Ascent from Darkness
On 11/25 Denise wrote: I just read Ascent From Darkness by Michael Leehan. This book wasn't quite what I was expecting. I thought it would give a brief testimony of his past and focus more on his deliverance and how Christ turned his life around, but it's the complete opposite. Most of this book focuses on his past and the ... Ascent From Darkness
Heaven is for Real Deluxe Edition
On 10/21 Denise wrote: I recently read Heaven Is For Real by Todd Burpo. I will admit, I came into reading this book with a large amount of skepticism, expecting to find an unbelievable story. However, I finished reading this book, not only believing it, but being touched by it.The story of Colton Burpo is the tale of a young ... Heaven Is For Real
Stained Glass Hearts
On 10/6 Denise wrote: I recently read Stained Glass Hearts by Patsy Clairmont. This book was fairly good, but not quite what I expected based on reading the description. I thought it would be more of a self-help, practical type of book, but it was more of a sharing of life experiences and thoughtful book.I thought the format ... Stained Glass Hearts
One Call Away
On 8/27 Denise wrote: I just finished reading One Call Away by Brenda Warner, wife of Kurt Warner. I got it in the mail yesterday afternoon, started it last night, stayed up until 3am reading it, and finished it this morning. I literally could not put this book down, it was that good. This book is basically a memoir by Brenda ... Answering God's Call