Reviews by Jennifer McIlwain
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The Passionate Mom
On 5/2 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Susan Merrill is a hybrid of sorts. She majored in finance but loves people more than numbers. She left behind the corporate gray of banking for the colorful world of kids. She had three children and adopted two more. Susan is the very imperfect Merrill family manager and the ... The Passionate Mom
The Woman's Study Bible, NIV
On 3/23 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: One of the things I enjoy most about reading and reviewing books and other resources here on the blog is having the honor and privilege of letting you know about quality resources that will aid you in your walk with God. It is my honor today to tell you about the latest offering in Thomas Nelson's ... The Woman's Study Bible
gods at war
On 3/5 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: "Idolatry isn't AN issue - It is THE issue.""Your heart is a battlefield.""What if it's not about statues? What if the gods of here and now are not cosmic deities with strange names? What if they take identities that are so ordinary that we don't recognize them as gods at all? What ... gods at war
Unglued Devotional
On 1/22 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Do you ever feel as if you are coming "unglued"? I certainly can say I do!Have you ever felt like you have made progress in managing your out of control emotions only to have some circumstance sneak up on you the next day that throws you for a loop and well...you seem to be right back where you ... Unglued Devotional by Lysa Terkeurst
Desperate
On 1/1 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: The definition of desperate according to Google is... feeling, showing or involving a hopeless sense that a situation is so bad as to be impossible to deal with or tried in despair or when everything else has failed; having little hope of success. Have you ever felt that way in your mothering? Have ... Welcome 2013
Every Perfect Gift
On 12/6 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17 "An award-winning author of novels for preteens, young adults and adults, Dorothy Love is currently at work on her 17th novel. She is the author of the ... Every Perfect Gift
Chase DVD-Based Study
On 11/5 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Jennie is a Bible teacher who is passionate about inspiring a new generation of women to encounter the invisible God. Raised in a Christian home, Jennie heard about God her entire life but not until high school did she see her need for Him. Since that time she has been teaching groups of ... Chase
Red Letter Revolution
On 10/2 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: "What if Jesus really meant what He said?" I bet that statement makes you think doesn't it? Well, if you are intrigued, then you might be interested in the latest book co-authored by Tony Campolo and Shane Claiborne. Red Letter Revolution is broken into three parts and covers a wide range of topics: Part ... What if
Prayers of a Stranger
On 9/12 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: "Wise teacher." "Gentleman Adventurer." "Consummate writer." "Renaissance Man." Reviewers, readers and friends use those phrases to describe Davis Bunn. An internationally-acclaimed author who has sold more than six million books in sixteen languages, Davis is equal parts writer, scholar, teacher, and ... Got me in the mood for Christmas
Cruel Harvest
On 8/7 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: In Cruel Harvest Fran shares the horrific details of her childhood. The book is extremely graphic and difficult to read. Fran details the emotional, physical and sexual abuse she, her siblings and her mother suffered at the hands of her abusive and alcoholic father. As far as writing goes, the book ... Cruel Harvest
The Choice
On 7/24 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: I have some thoughts about the tragic shooting in Colorado as well as some other things about life in general to share tomorrow, but today I want to introduce you to my new favorite fiction author. I know, I know...I've said a thousand times before that I've discovered "my new favorite", but...this ... The Choice
Hope Springs
On 7/6 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: In a small Southern community where everyone is holding tight to something, the biggest challenge may be learning to let go.Hope Springs, North Carolina, is the epitome of small town life—a place filled with quiet streets where families have been friends for generations, a place where there’s not ... Hope Springs
Covenant Child
On 5/1 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Amanda's heart broke as she watched them drive her beloved twins away. She resolved to hope and to fight for them to her last breath. This is a story of promises kept. Kara and Lizzie are heiresses to one of the largest fortunes in the country. But when their father dies suddenly, the toddlers are ... Covenant Parable - A Must Read!
By Faith, Not By Sight
On 4/10 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: If you are an American Idol fan, then you may remember a very unique contestant from Season Eight. Scott MacIntyre is blind, but made it to the top ten of AI in Season Eight. Born blind, Scott has faced great challenges over the course of his life. In his new book, By Faith, Not By Sight, which made ... by faith, not by sight
The Jesus We Missed
On 3/20 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Thomas Nelson Publishers sent me a complimentary copy of The Jesus We Missed by Patrick Henry Reardon for the purpose of review. Patrick Henry Reardon is pastor of All Saints' Orthodox Church in Chicago, Illinois, and a senior editor of Touchstone Magazine. Father Patrick was educated at Southern Baptist ... The Jesus We Missed
Moments of Truth
On 1/13 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Moments of Truth: Unleashing God's Word One Day at a Time is a collection of devotions that offer biblical teaching, scripture, and prayer to match the annual happenings of the calendar and give daily truths from a foremost biblical scholar and author. Christianity starts with a life-changing encounter ... Truth...The Real Thing
The Grace Effect
On 11/9 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: The Grace Effect: How the Power of One Life Can Reverse the Corruption of Unbelief by Larry Alex Taunton was sent to me by Thomas Nelson for the purpose of review. I just finished reading this book yesterday. When I turned the last page, the thought in my mind was "Wow"! Mr. Taunton is a historian ... The Grace Effect
The Baker's Wife
On 10/7 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Before she was the baker's wife, she was the pastor's wife. A scandalous lie cost her husband a pastoral career, now the two work side-by-side running a bakery, serving coffee and baking fresh bread. Driving early one morning to the bakery, her car strikes something - or someone - at a fog-shrouded ... The Baker's Wife
One Call Away
On 8/25 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: You may know her as the spikey haired and outspoken wife of NFL quarterback Kurt Warner. However, now when people approach her and ask, "Hey, aren't you Kurt Warner's wife?", she kindly extends her hand and responds, "My name is Brenda". In her memoir One Call Away: Answering Life's Challenges with Unshakable ... You just think you know her
Stumbling Into Grace
On 8/10 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: As some of you may have read in an earlier post, I am excited about going to the Women of Faith Conference in October with my 13 year old daughter. We are anticipating this trip and I've been telling my daughter about some of the speakers and their backgrounds and what she has in store for the ... Stumbling Into Grace
Rumors of God
On 7/26 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: "LORD, I have heard of your fame;I stand in awe of your deeds, O LORD.Renew them in our day,in our time make them know;in wrath remember mercy."Habakkuk 3:2"I have heard...." According to the Free Merriam-Webster online dictionary, rumor is defined as the following:talk or opinion widely disseminated ... Rumors of God
The Blessing
On 7/12 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: What does being blessed by someone mean to you?How do you know you have received "the blessing"?According to the Free Online Dictionary, blessing means: the act of invoking divine protection or aid, the words or ceremony used for this, a short prayer of thanksgiving before or after a meal; grace, ... The Blessing
Please Stop Laughing at Me
On 6/8 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: This week brings the end of the school year and I have one happy daughter! I am so praising the Lord for this past school year. Cecily had such a difficult sixth grade year and I prayed hard over last Summer that her seventh grade year would be better...and it has been so much better. ... Please Stop Laughing at Me
The Final Summit
On 4/11 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Imagine that you were posed this question:"What does humanity need to do, individually and collectively, to restore itself to the pathway toward successful civilization?"Now, imagine that you are given this question by Gabriel, the archangel himself and told by him that you have only five chances to ... The Final Summit
What the Heart Sees
On 3/22 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Thomas Nelson sent me a copy of Kathleen Fuller's What The Heart Sees for the purpose of review. I was not compensated in any other way and was expected only to give my honest review of the author's work.What The Heart Sees is a collection of three Amish romances: A Miracle for Miriam, ... What The Heart Sees
Sabbath
On 2/9 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Sabbath by Dan B. Allender is part of The Ancient Practices Series. A copy of the book was sent to me for the purpose of review by Thomas Nelson . "What would I do for a twenty-four-hour period of time if the only criteria was to pursue my deepest joy?"That's the question that Allender asks ... Sabbath
A Year with God
On 12/3 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Thomas Nelson Publishers sent me a copy of R.P. Nettelhorst's devotional book A Year With God: Daily Readings and Reflections On God's Own Words for the purpose of review. I've had it for a few weeks and have occasionally used portions during my quiet times.In this devotional book, the reader ... A Year With God
Beyond Opinion
On 10/20 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: I appreciate every time I have the chance to hear Ravi Zacharias teach on Moody Radio. He makes you think and motivates you to search out truth and understanding for yourself. So, I jumped at the opportunity to read his book Beyond Opinion from Thomas Nelson Publishers. They gave me ... Beyond Opinion: Living The Faith We Defend
The Boy Who Changed the World
On 9/7 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Thomas Nelson Publishers has once again provided an excellent resource to parents striving to teach their children positive and life-changing values.I was provided a copy of Andy Andrews latest children's book The Boy Who Changed the World, by Thomas Nelson in exchange for my honest review. Mr. ... The Boy Who Changed the World
Friendship for Grown-Ups
On 6/24 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Remember Blair from The Facts of Life?She, Lisa Whelchel not Blair, has written a book chronicling her journey through the ups and downs of finding fulfilling friendships in her life. In Friendships for Grown-Ups: What I Missed and Learned Along the Way, Lisa speaks very candidly and transparently ... Friendship for Grown-Ups
Mom's Bible: God's Wisdom for Mothers
On 4/9 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: I was provided a copy of the Mom's Bible: God's Wisdom for Mothers with notes by Bobbie Wolgemuth by Thomas Nelson Publishers to review here on my blog. The only thing they expect is that I give an honest review of the product here and on another consumer website. To begin with, this bible has a very ... Mom's Bible: God's Wisdom for Mothers
Hermie: Antonio Meets His Match (DVD)
On 1/20 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: Max Lucado, Hermie and Thomas Nelson have done it again! My four year old and I sat down and watched Antonio Meets His Match today and it did not disappoint. We own one other Hermie DVD and I was excited about getting this one for review. Based on Luke 10:27b ("Love your neighbor as yourself".), Antonio ... Anonymous User
Love & Respect
On 1/6 Jennifer McIlwain wrote: In Love & Respect, Dr. Eggerichs introduces the concept of the "Crazy Cycle"; without respect, He reacts, without love, She reacts and on the cycle goes over and over. As stated in the subtitle of the book, women most desire love and men desperately need respect. Dr. Eggerichs points to Ephesians 5:33 ... Blogger Reviewer