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There are only a few things that my kids remember from their earliest years.  Pets, favorite toys, and beloved books rank at the top of the list.  We have books that were finally discarded because they were torn from their covered, taped until every page was slick with cellophane.  It’s hard to imagine a more powerful tool than reading with a child.  After all, it’s a practice that they’ll do for the rest of their lives. Starting early is so important!   I loved sharing Bible stories with my children.  If you have little ones, Jesus Calling My First Bible Storybook by Sarah Young would be a wonderful gift to share.

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A few years ago, my dear friend Alana gave me a copy of the Jesus Calling devotional. Since then, I’ve purchased it several times as gifts for others.   What makes this devotional series different for me is the beautiful, personal way in which author Sarah Young presents the love of Jesus.  These gentle words bring peace, comfort, and healing to a tired soul.  These daily passages are very direct in sharing God’s love. [Read more…]

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During my college years, long devotional workbooks filled with reflection questions and application challenges appealed to me.  It was a time of deep faith and I look back on those days with a longing to get back in that place.  In this season of my life, I prefer short devotionals that give me a target on which to focus for the day.  It feels like an accomplishment when I can start with a moment of prayer or a bit of worship-mindedness.  Even though Jesus Always is meant for a young audience, it’s actually perfect for my morning!

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I’m a big fan of the Jesus Calling books.  I have given away copy after copy to friends and family. The book just speaks to me, and makes me feel so comforted on tough days.  When Jesus Today came out, I knew they’d love this one.  Although it’s geared to kids ages 6-10, I find myself being uplifted through each daily message as well.  It makes our family’s devotion time very special.  It’s important, though, to let kids know that these are not actually scriptural messages.  Instead, they’re from the imagination of the author Sarah Young. The daily devotionals reflect her thoughts spent in prayer.  The take-away is lovely, and feels like a God Hug! It’s one of our new favorites, and I hope you’ll enjoy it as well.

Thanks to Tommy Nelson, one lucky reader will receive a copy of this lovely devotional.  Keep it as a gift, or share it with a special little one in your home.  The giveaway is open to US readers ages 18+. Void where prohibited by law. Good luck!

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As you ponder what to read this weekend, consider these books. I enjoyed them very much!

A Son’s Vow by Shelley Shepard Gray  has the elements of a great drama without all the extra mumbo-jumbo.  At the heart of the story is a deep tragedy — the explosion at a local mill that killed five men from the Charm community.  Devastated, two young friends (Darla and Lukas) must figure out how to move on with life.  It’s a tearjerker in the making, and there’s a clear hope of more to come. The book, the first in the series, seemed quite short despite its  288 pages.  I felt like the story just flew by  me.   [Read more…]

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What can $10 buy these days?

It can get you 2 copies of Unbroken!  This bestseller was just $5 at Family Christian during their latest sale. Read on for more gift ideas!
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