CBM Book Review - The Chronicles of Triad: The Shadow Ring

Title: The Chronicles of Triad: The Shadow Ring
By: Keith Wayne
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

The Chronicles of Triad: The Shadow Ring by Keith Wayne is a fantastic science fiction fantasy novel with Christian themes and a race against time to save the paradise of the land of Overworld – A utopia, a place of complete bliss ruled by a righteous King and Queen. Threatened by a benevolent dark force, Overworld, and the King and Queen are overshadowed by such a power. Young Caleb and his beloved confidant, Yara, find secrets to this dark force and fight to save the place of Overworld. 

Wonderfully adventurous and fast-paced, this book will be hard to put down as good fights against evil. Keith Wayne is a talented writer with descriptive illustration that makes readers feel they are right there in Overworld – the untouchable Utopia on the verge of descending into a dark spiraling force that has come against them.

In Utopia life is bliss. There are clean rivers, green grass, and fruit from the fields that feed the entirety of Overworld. Peace and unity reign. Even the animals are at peace with the occupants of the land. Overworld is a paradise without stain, without sin – UNTIL – one day….

Welcoming, inviting, and wonderfully entertaining, this novel speaks of the day all changed for Overworld. Caleb and Yara battle this dark force to save the land they love. Will they be able to save Overworld? Will all be saved? 

This is an epic adventure into a time of the Chronicles of Triad: The Shadow Ring – 
A science fiction fantasy novel for all. 

You may get your copy of The Chronicles of Triad: The Shadow Ring at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. 

CBM Book Review - The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle

Title: The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle
By: Daniel Petronelli, Illustrated by: Emily Prichett
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

“This Christmas story is an enduring story of faith, a Christmas miracle, and a legacy of a seed of faith that will last a lifetime.” ~ CBM Book Reviews

The story of Faith Hill comes alive in this heartily and joyfully told message of how Faith Hill began 40 years ago. The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle is the story of sharing, loving one another as thy neighbor, alongside the true Christmas story- the birth of Jesus Christ, who sacrificed and suffered. A wonderfully told story by a magnificent storyteller!

This is the story of six boys determined to do what they felt was right.  – Three are from the town of Shiloh, and the other three are from the town of Reidsville; both towns are divided by one mountain. This is the story of faith and coming together to help the less fortunate. 

The sound of Scriptures rings true in this story, Joshua 1:9 NLT, “This is my command – be strong and courageous – Do not be afraid: do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” and “With faith all things are possible.” 

This is one to get for family members and keep as a classic. Parents and children alike will enjoy this tale of planting the seed of faith and the Christmas tree for generations to come. Beautifully illustrated, this book is a wonderful present during the season, reminding all of us that it only takes a seed of faith to believe!

Get Your Copy Today! Christmas will be here before you know it – This book makes a wonderful gift to friends and family. Gift wrapped or as a stocking stuffer, all will enjoy The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle.

You may get your copy of The Seed of Faith: A Christmas Miracle at Amazon or in Kindle as a download. 

CBM Book Review - The Arsenal of Grace

Title: The Arsenal of Grace
Confidence Out Of Suffering
By: Nigel Bird
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

The Arsenal of Grace: Confidence Out of Suffering by Nigel Bird is a collection of articles and perspectives from the author written at different dates and pertaining to his experiences, reflections, perspectives - all written at different times in his walk with the Lord to help others and inspire others as they are willing to read his writings. He states his book is “A collection of articles fleshing out a considered Christian viewpoint respecting the Bible but based on relationship with God and other people arising from intelligence, learning, and mental suffering.”

Further stating he is inspired by the grace of God, he offers readers a glimpse of the cross, the free gift of salvation, and of the arsenal of grace that he calls ammunition from the foot of the cross.  His writings serves as autobiographical giving insight into his early college years, his health, and his sufferings. Written all to bring encouragement to others to learn to listen, pray, and keep a Biblical perspective as it pertains to godly relationships.

He is an author that has taken time also to write letters giving feedback as to his experiences at a particular church for them to reflect upon as “positive criticism” to come up higher in the attaining to unity within the Christian theme of unity in churches, what the Bible calls a healthy church, and what being evangelical looks like from his definition, to include, as such he describes, perspectives of others as mentioned in his bibliography.

The author shares in this book that God’s greatest gift to humanity is that of “salvation and eternity with Him. But that God’s greatest earthly gift must be that of prayer, such that we can approach the throne of God at any time, without any fear, knowing that He yearns to engage with us…” Therefore, his letters, stories, articles, and words are a culmination of his writings that endeavour to reveal the grace of God and the beauty of God to inspire whosoever chooses to read his book. He also emphasises that the art of listening to one’s heart, not judging, and having empathy serves as a catalyst to relationship as a Christian.  

With that said may the beauty of the Gospel and that of prayer give insight and share the beauty of the Grace of God in loving each other. His hopes are that others would be inspired, encouraged, and helped in whatever state life finds them in.

You may get your copy of The Arsenal of Grace at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. Be sure to visit the author at The Arsenal of Grace for more information. 

CBM Christian Book Review - The Great Rapture Hoax

Title: The Great Rapture Hoax: 
Exposing the pre-tribulation rapture as false teaching 
and how that affects our view of the end-times
By: David A. Lamantia
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

David A. Lamantia writes a fascinating book, one that exposes the false teaching of the pre-tribulation rapture through analyzation of the Scriptures. This is a must read book!

In his new book, The Great Rapture Hoax, David shares the truth and reality that the pre-tribulation rapture is not in Scripture. With that said, he invites readers to go on a journey with him, exposing this hoax. He also wants readers to understand that this will change their perspective on what they do now and in the future. This is quite honestly one of the best reads that one can invest their time in reading. 

With 3 sections – The Rapture, The End Times & Refuting the Arguments, such chapters emerge as: Caught Up to Meet the Lord in Air, Behold a Mystery: Changed in the Twinkling of an Eye, The Two Resurrections, Everyone in the Book of Life Will Be Rescued, “They” Will See the Son of Man Coming on the Clouds, The Angels will Gather His Elect from the Farthest of the Earth and Heaven, The Parousia of the Lord, The Tribulation, Daniel’s Final Vision: The Key to the Timeline of End-time Events, Summing Up What We Have Learned, Events Leading up to the End of the Age, The Pre-tribulation Rapture Deception, and Exposing the Flaws in the Arguments Supporting the Pre-tribulation Rapture – All are eye-opening chapters!

This is a must-read for every Christian, including skeptics, agnostics, and anyone who wonders about the rapture. Read for yourself and decide for yourself what you believe is true from the Scriptures, which are the truth. 

The Great Rapture Hoax is available at Amazon and in Kindle as a download, Be sure to get your copy today!

CBM Christian Book Review - The Shepherd: Experiencing Psalm 23

Title: The Shepherd: Experiencing Psalm 23
By: James Collins
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

James Collins takes readers through the 23rd Psalm – giving readers the experience of one of the most popular Psalms in the Bible. He describes Psalm 23 as a psalm for all of life. When faced with trials, tribulation, sorrow, and death – the Psalm gives comfort to all. When in need of hope – Psalm 23 gives comfort and courage to all who would seek to understand that we are His chosen people and we are the sheep of His (Christ’s) pasture. And He is the Good Shepherd, the Shepherd who cares for the sheep. There is no other Psalm like the 23rd Psalm to help one understand the care that the Shepherd gives to His sheep.

Within that the author endeavors to help readers understand the deeper meaning of the contrast between saying that Jesus is My Shepherd. The line that struck me was there are no wild sheep. If sheep run they will die in the wild. As such, he defines the absolute care and protection that the Shepherd brings to His flock. The Shepherd cares for each and every one, as a shepherd in the field cares for the sheep. He also mentions that even though Psalm 23 is often read at funerals, Psalm 23 is a psalm for all the days of our lives – to give life and hope.

With such chapters as: That’s Enough, The Right Path, Through the Valley, Behind Enemy Lines, The Best is Yet to Come, I Am the Good Shepherd, Shepherds and the Lamb with a chapter on How to Receive Christ – making this book an experience of Psalm 23 and a life-changing Psalm.

I love the interludes, the thought-provoking stories, and the way he summarizes what he writes in a simplistic way without too much theology or long-winded preaching. The author speaks from the heart as a Biblical counselor and pastor that comforts.

Wonderful insight and Biblical integrity envelope the book, giving readers hope, inspiration, comfort, courage, and hope. All will see that walking with the Lamb of God as the Good Shepherd is the way to peace, contentment, and hope in this dark world. It is the Good Shepherd who gave His life for the sheep. Experiencing this book brings a deeper appreciation for the Cross and a greater understanding of Psalms 22, 23, and Psalm 24 as well. It was David who penned these psalms, which are still incredibly relevant for today. They also reveal the magnificence of Jesus Christ, the Messiah, who came to save the world and to die on a Cross for all who would receive Him. This is an exemplary book!

A highly recommended read for those looking for hope and encouragement amid fear, anxiety, worry, and depression – Psalm 23 is a lifetime Psalm for all.

You may get your copy of The Shepherd: Experiencing Psalm 23 at Amazon or in Kindle as a download. 

CBM Book Review - Lost in Heaven (Book 1: Mysterious Redemption Series)

Title: Lost in Heaven
(Book 1: Mysterious Redemption Series)
By: Gary Livengood
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

After dabbling in the occult, Adam finds himself lost in another realm. One that is weightless, pitch black, and void of life it seems. What is this place, he asks himself, as he flies through the darkness. Suddenly, he is visited by an angel. The angel takes him out of this vast void of space and darkness to encounter heaven. Visited by past earthly connections and led by the Glorious Redeemed ones, Adam discovers through his visits to the Old Covenant Temple and the City of God – his soul is in danger. This is an adventurous and fictional journey of a man on a spiritual journey to the spiritual realm beyond this Earth. 

The author has captured the essence of human existence: What do you believe is the reason you exist? And what happens to us after life here on Earth? Do you believe there is a God or in the existence of evil, or even a place called heaven? His series describes what heaven, hell, angels, Lucifer, and the cost of denying God’s grace might cost one’s own soul.  

With such chapters as: Descent into Darkness, Odegeo, The Column, The Arrival, The City of God, Encounter with Evil, Who is Like God? The Burden, The Glorious Redeemed, The Knowledge of the Holy, and much more ~ this is a novel worth diving into. While the author does not claim that his book renders the realities of what heaven will be like, he captures the question the soul asks…is there a God? Do we have anyone to answer to as we die leaving this earthly realm? What is beyond this earthly realm in the afterlife?

His book uses many metaphors, allegories, and parables derived from Biblical narrative and truths that in fact, there is one God, evil exists, alongside a heaven, revealing to the readers that we have a choice in this eternal spiritual realm.  

Unforgettable and profound, this book comes highly recommended to those who don’t believe in the God of the Bible. For Christians and those who believe, this book is fascinating, considering what it will be like to leave this earthly realm. 

This is an exciting adventure that is a page-turner! A highly recommended entertaining read. 

You may get your copy of Lost in Heaven at Amazon.

CBM Book Review - Masterpiece: Develop the Christ-centered Life and Career You Were Made For

Title: Masterpiece: Develop the Christ-centered Life and Career You Were Made For
By: Alyssa Williams, LPC, MABC
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Masterpiece: Develop the Christ-centered Life and Career You Were Made For is a life-changing book focusing readers on the author’s E210 Theory and Method. This method comes from the author’s career as a LPC and MABC and has been created to teach and empower readers to served God in their capacities. Ephesians 2:10 states, “We are God’s Masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things that he planned for us long ago.” This is such a beautiful truth in that we are “God’s Masterpiece.” Her book is specifically designed to use the E210 Method to help readers fulfill their destiny as God’s masterpiece.

Transforming lives, she takes readers through four sections and each step of the way sheds light on a Christ-centered and Biblically based book to help the saints of God serve God and find purpose in God’s plan for their lives. Inspiring and encouraging, readers will begin to take a look at their life skills, talents, relationships, roles in careers, and begin to take practical steps to align themselves with God’s plan for their lives. This is a wonderful way to understand that God cares about what you do for a career and that relays the understanding that He has bestowed each person with gifts and talents to steward. 

Four Sections help readers to discover that they are God’s Masterpiece. 

• Build a firm foundation in Christ
• Understand and Develop the Concepts of a Career
• Develop Strategy from the E210 Plan
• Consider Common Concerns

Includes an Appendices, charts, graphs, and personal assessments make this an excellent personalized individual or small Bible Study series.   

I cannot recommend this book enough to those who are trained and motivated to live a life that serves Christ. I thank God for this book and you will too! The author has been created and designed to help one move forward in the Kingdom of God.  

Alyssa Williams, LPC, MABC is a multi-published author of Masterpiece: Develop the Christ-centered Life and Career You Were Made For and a children’s book, The Artist’s New Paintbrush  She is the founder of  E210 Counseling LLC  and developer of the E210 Career Method

The Bridge of Hearts: Building Trustworthy Connections

Title: The Bridge of Hearts
Building Trustworthy Connections
By: Johnny L. Dudley
A CBM Christian Book Review 
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

The Bridge of Hearts: Building Trustworthy Connections by Bestselling Amazon author Johnny L. Dudley is a reflective and tremendously insightful book offering Biblical hope in Jesus Christ. Shedding light on God’s intentions towards the creation of mankind and Jesus Christ’s sacrifice that has reunited man to God, the author presents a journey paralleling the Old Covenant Tabernacle and the redeeming and sanctifying work of Jesus’s blood in the New Covenant. By presenting the journey within the heart to spiritual renewal, the pattern that emerges is seven steps encompassed in the building and entering into the Holy of Holies. Fascinating and full of Biblical wisdom and knowledge, the author has written this book from years studying the Bible and will leave readers with renewed understanding concerning the heart and building trustworthy connections. 

Dudley begins by stating that we were not only created to receive God’s love but to return His love, as well as returning God’s love to others. Building bridges and connecting hearts is about becoming transformed by the nature and the Spirit of God. Blending his own personal stories that reflect the nature of the self-absorbed and self-gratifying heart, alongside Scripture and scriptural insight, a pattern of renewing the heart emerges. This pattern is the same pattern the Levites used to build and come into the Holy of Holies; It is the secret place within the Temple. That same pattern is offered to us Biblically to regenerate and redeem one’s own heart for acceptance by God. And thus, have a living relationship with God. 

A balanced teaching with a firm Biblical foundation relates to readers how one can build trustworthy connections through a sanctified heart that is fully surrendered to God. Filled with Scripture, the author offers a firm understanding of the creation of Adam and Eve, their temptation, and their fall that affected all of humanity - Until the incorruptible seed of the Kingdom came, Jesus Christ, who was God's infallible Word made flesh. 

Seven steps are in the pattern’s three dynamics as the author states, “The pattern is God’s clear and pointed instructions for returning his love and becoming one in heart, mind, soul, and strength.” Each step is representative of the steps taken by the Levites in entering the Tabernacle to the most Holy place. One’s heart must be spiritually cleansed, renewed, and fully surrendered to be one Spirit of the Lord. The Ministry of Reconciliation with God is then restored for all who are born again, as one seeks to cleanse, renew, and give one’s heart wholeheartedly to the Lord. By obtaining a Christ-like nature, one learns to live out pure love - first towards Jesus, then towards others.  

This comes as an excellent read that gives wisdom from the Bible, presenting the mystery of God’s grace with an everlasting hope, pointing readers to Jesus Christ. The Bridge of Hearts: Building Trustworthy Connections is highly recommended for those looking to strengthen and deepen their faith, fostering trustworthy connections. 

As a multi-published author, the author has written such books as: The Harvest: A Biblical Survey of the End Times and Angels Unaware.

You may get your copy of The Bridge of Hearts: Building Trustworthy Connections at Amazon, in Kindle, and in Audiobook. Be sure to visit the author at Consecrated Press to find out more about his books. 

A CBM Christian Book Review - Earthly Stories with Spiritual Meaning

Title: Earthly Stories with Spiritual Meaning:
Spiritual Lessons Learned from Real Life Events
By: Danny Dodson
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Danny Dodson’s book gives us a collection of his own life experiences that offer “lessons learned” insight to uplift the spiritual condition of readers while giving them a bit of entertainment along the way. Some of the stories are humorous, and some are nostalgic, as the author points out. However, all involve the application of life experiences that teach us valuable principles we need to learn from the Holy Scriptures. We travel along our earthly journeys in preparation for an eternal home; but, in the meantime, while on Earth, our earthly stories can have deep spiritual significance. This is the purpose of the book – to teach some spiritual lessons learned from real-life events, and to give readers a deeper understanding of their own walk with God.

 

Deeply insightful, the author starts off with the book’s first section being entitled “Walking Worthy.”  Does this not say it all?  Then he delves into chapters that offer really wonderful insights with teachings that one cannot lay aside. Chapters within Section 1: “Walking Worthy” include: How’s Your Eyesight? The Servant Attitude, The Power of Working Together, and Lacing Up Your Gospel Shoes.  Section 2: “Overcoming Satan” includes: The Devil Sounds A Lot Like God, Unable to Walk, The Jericho Road, and Christian Superpowers and Kryptonite. Section 3: “Looking to the Goal” includes: Heaven Will Surely Be Worth It All, Keeping Your Eyes on Jesus, and Christ and the Church. And Section 4: “Final Thoughts” includes: Uncomfortable Joy, and Mother’s Last Message.  All these chapters give deep meaning and understanding to the valleys and mountaintops we all experience.


I find his book a fantastic read to help understand that there is victory on the other side. His teachings are truly invaluable, life-changing, and a blessing to read. As a long-time Bible student, teacher, and preacher, his writings are sermons that one will not forget.


Filled with Scriptural insight and much teaching, this book comes as highly recommended to those in need of spiritual direction, Biblical encouragement, and inspiration!

You may get your copy of Earthly Stories with Spiritual Meaning at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

CBM Book Review - How God Helped the Adopted Son

Title: How God Helped the Adopted Son
By: Joseph C. Peterson
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

This is a story of Joseph C. Peterson’s life from birth to adulthood and how God helped him through it all. Looking back, this is a memoir with reflective quotes at the beginning of each chapter adding to the positive nature of the book. Joseph was adopted, mistreated, abused, and grew up with many life circumstances that are hard to stomach. He writes his story of life to encourage others that despite abuse and life circumstances, God is there, He has helped Joseph C. Peterson, and God can help you as well. 

Originally hailing from Philadelphia, Joseph Peterson was one of seven siblings to a woman he calls “Pauline.” His story is a sad start; he survived numerous foster cares before the age of five, the orphanage, and being adopted to a strange and unlikely couple, Dorthy and Harry. Dorthy ends up being very abusive, emotionally, and physically. Trapped in this family, but amazingly enough the author states that it was better than life at the orphanage. He endured years of becoming a loner and trust issues due to Dorthy’s erratic, wild, beatings, accusations, and behavior towards the author as a young child. 

However, there are some nuggets readers can mine in the book – One is to never give up, two is to look back over your life and see how God protected you, and three is to learn life-lessons throughout. He offers plenty of nostalgia offered from a life lived being born in 1939, through the 60’s and 70’s, that gives a backdrop of an era gone by. However, Dorthy remains the unbelievable villain and nightmare “Mommy Dearest” that gives the story a remarkable twist. Throughout life’s challenges, Joseph C. Peterson, persevered as a grateful, a hard-working person that does find true love, and perseveres with God’s help and intervention. 

This is a remarkable read and memoir despite challenges that could have handicapped the author for life. Well done Joseph C. Peterson! Thank you for writing your life story for the next generation! 

A highly recommended read to encourage one to find inner strength from God and to persevere in life! 

You may get your copy of How God Helped the Adopted Son at Amazon or in Kindle as a download.

Christian Book Review - A Must Read Book

This is an extraordinary, biblically based journey into the lives of the Hebrew slaves in Egypt, during and after the Ten Plagues. Using the Scriptures from the second book of Moses, The Exodus, as the framework, this book brings to life the greatest mass rescue mission in human history. 

This adventure shines a “too revealing” spotlight on the lives of Kalev (Caleb), Hoshe’a (Joshua) and Moshe (Moses). You will relate to the hopes, fears, maladies and maybe even their character flaws. They were simply normal people trying to survive horrendous circumstances. A damaged and broken Hebrew race that the all-powerful Yahweh (God Is) chose to call His own. 

This novel reminds us all, that ordinary people like us can overcome and do miraculous things through God, and for His purposes. 

Inspiring, full of scriptural architecture, the unknowing and woefully unprepared, Kalev blindly charged into a covert world of orphaned children turned to lethal guerrillas. Literally behind enemy lines, the very reluctant General Kalev joined his mother and brother in the seemingly impossible task of rescuing, training, providing for and leading, a partisan army of thousands of orphaned and abused children. And doing it all, right under the noses of one of the most evil empires in history.  

Captivating! This book is the first in the series, True to Yahweh. General: The Story of Kalev: The Son of Hezron, reveals the deplorable and often fatal conditions of a Hebrew slave in Egypt. This biblically based narrative, “puts skin on” the broken people of the Exodus. 

On the same day, all the water in Egypt turned to blood, you’ll be Introduced to the main characters, Kalev (Caleb), Hoshe’a (Joshua) and eventually Kalev’s most hated foe, the ex-prince Moshe (Moses). The novel sheds light on the once, woefully silent God of their forefathers. Dr, Woodward earned a PhD. in Theological studies from Logos University. His keen biblical accuracy, brilliant description, and wonderful character development, offers readers an HD, first person point of view of the wonderous displays of God’s Mighty Hand. 

For those that enjoy novels, but want them to adhere to biblical truth, this novel and series comes highly recommended.

Insightful! This novel is a triumphant look into God’s personable nature, revealing His attributes as our kind, merciful, patient and even hilarious Creator. It also peals back the curtain and reveals another facet of God’s personality– that of a Warrior King, and as the author put’s it, “the quintessential Mother Bear!” Readers will relish in Yahweh’s unique and very personal relationships. This book celebrates The God who created humour. He actually laughs and playfully teasing the ones He’s “especially fond of.”.

Describing what life was like in those ancient days, this book brings to life the lives of Kalev (Caleb), Hoshe’a (Joshua), and their family. Intertwining a fast-paced read that involves an orphan army raised by the brothers and their mother. Triumphs, sorrows, romance and the like, explode into their world as they weigh the humbling and very dangerous possibilities of truly following our Yeshua (deliverer). Escaping Pharaoh's armies, only 1/3 of all the Hebrew slaves chose to “blindly trust” their previously silent, and possibly powerless God Yahweh. Eventually, the highly trained orphan Army is joined by thousands of emotionally scarred, and broken Hebrew families as they fearfully, yet bravely gather in the no-man’s land of the bleak Egyptian Desert.

General: The Story of Kalev:
The Son of Hezron 
By: Dr. Paul C. Woodward PhD.Th.
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

A highly recommended entertaining Biblically based read!

A CBM Christian Book Review - An Ancient Worship Movement

Title: An Ancient Worship Movement
By: Greg Gordon
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

I was relieved to receive a copy of this book. Amid the entertaining, program-oriented church services, I have often thought to myself, there must be more! 

This phenomenal book opens that door to that something more in the way of worship and intimacy with the Lord, explaining worship as the apostles did before any denomination or modern-church style of worship that dominates mega churches – What is the Ancient Worship Movement? Inspired, the reader will discover what the early Church fathers and apostles did to believe and receive more of the beauty of Christ in their being. A transformational read!

This book is an invitation into true worship and the timeless practices of Christ-centered connection. Covering Christian practices and beliefs such as the: Centrality of the Wounded Lamb, Living a Sacramental Life, The Eucharist, The Importance of Prayer, The Importance of Knowing Him, The Importance of the Holy Spirit, First Love Devotion to Jesus – and The Movement Begins with You – All display a sanctified life that seeks to know Jesus and His ways first. Appendixes in the back also give insight into the Church Emblem, Creeds of the Church, The Gospel of Christ, St. Thomas An Example, St. Thomas Distinctives, Starting a Mission, and The Antichrist Deception.

A well balanced book – The author reveals the Early Church and a worship that will revive one’s weary soul and water them, bringing renewed intimacy with Christ, the Holy Spirit and bring a transformed inner life – a deep well of salvation and thanksgiving will be cultivated to the One, our Savior, Jesus Christ, Who died for all of man’s sin. 

Fostering a new perspective and inner lifestyle of joy, peace, worship, and hope – this book helps readers understand what worship is in the heart of a Believer. 

In today’s busy modern lifestyle, full of distractions and technology that steal our time with the Lord, take this book in hand to cultivate a life of worship that will truly bring lasting relief “in a dry and weary land.”

A Must-Read for today’s Christian and anyone seeking to deeply connect with God.

Get your copy of An Ancient Worship Movement at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. Be sure to visit St. Thomas Church for more information on Ancient Worship For Today.

Colorfully illustrated, This Is A Book That You Will Want To Read To Your Little Ones

The Santa Committee is an interactive Christmas adventure children's book designed to share what the Christmas season is all about – The JOY and LOVE we share with others when we give, share, or help others.

That’s what the season is all about and the spirit of Christmas that puts a smile on everyone’s face. The book includes One Official Santa Committee Application, One Acceptance letter from Santa Claus, and 40 fun, daily joy-spreading activities.

Created as a wonderful children’s story, The Santa Committee shares one Head Elf’s endeavor to bring back joy. This task was asked by Santa himself, as joy was running very low that year and he was afraid he would have to cancel Christmas! 

In place high atop the North Pole is the Enchanted Sugar Shadow Forest. This mystical place is where all the Elves reside to help Santa. The Head Elftress, Elfanore, is enlisted by Santa to bring back the joy and magic to Christmas.

The Santa Committee is formed and you’ll see all the magic they spread. For this, they are known as “spreaders” – Spreaders of joy and love during the magical season we call Christmas! 

Children and adults alike will delight in the fun activities created to spread little acts of kindness and joy wherever they go!

Colorfully illustrated, this is a classic you will want to read to your little ones every Christmas season.

The Santa Committee
Tiffany Rhodes and McGhie Allan
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

You may get your copy of The Santa Committee at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. 

He in Us and We in Him: A New Creation

Title: He in Us and We in Him: A New Creation
By: Father Michael Koblosh
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

He in Us and We in Him: A New Creation by Father Michael Koblash is a collection of writings and sermons given by the deceased pastor relating Orthodox Christianity to clergy, the layperson, and to all. Transcribed and edited with meticulous care by Lydia and Micheal Westerberg offer readers to understand Christianity as not a religion or theology, but as a way to be re-created into Christ’s death and His resurrection that is available to all now as a “new creation” in Christ. These sermons preach the life that is abundantly available and gives the reader an understanding of the need for a new creation and the teachings that will help one with their understanding of Christianity and their new walk with Christ, as they abide in Him.

Explaining many aspects of the Bible, the book describes the Advent and Nativity of Christ, The Genealogy of Christ, His Mission, then teaches the aspects of fasting, faith, the incarnation of Christ, repentance, salvation, and the Second Coming of Christ. With further sermons on Pre-Lenten and Lent Sunday's insights, The Paschal, The Church, Time, the Eucharist, Proclaiming the Kingdom, Judgement, and additional insights on the book of Revelation, the Kingdom of God and so much more. Readers will be enriched, blessed, and taught solid theology from each sermon.

“Mitered Archpriest Father Michael Koblosh (1941-2021), of blessed memory, served as a priest for more than fifty-two years in the Orthodox Church of America. A graduate of both St. Tikhon’s and St. Vladamir’s Orthodox Christian Seminaries, he served in large established parishes in California, New York, Maryland and Connecticut.” In his retired years, he founded All Saints of America Orthodox Church in which he was priest in charge until his death. Throughout his life and love of teaching and the Word of God, he also was an adjunct teacher of philosophy at the Nassau Community College in Long Island, New York.

His sermons, encouragement and inspiration have been put into a book to bless the community of the Saints at large.

“What we need in order to be fully human, fully free to be a New Creation, is the Cross of Christ." ~ Fr. Michael Koblosh

An amazing read that teaches one the intricacies of knowing Christ in His resurrection while offering Biblical teaching from Scripture. This is truly a must-read book.

You may get your copy of He in Us and We in Him at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.

Children's Animals Books - Blossom, the Caterpillar Who Dreams of Becoming a Butterfly

Joe Rose, a talented artist and writer, presents an exciting and adventurous story of Blossom, the caterpillar who dreams of becoming a butterfly with beautiful wings. Blossom learns throughout the book, as she dreams of having wings that her transformation from a caterpillar to a butterfly isn’t what she thought it would be. In her mind, things didn’t go as planned. She learns to put all her trust in the Lord and her best friend, Tyler, a branch spider, who knows all too well that Blossom needs much encouragement.

The story of Blossom’s metamorphosis from the cocoon to learning how to fly with the “unlikely” wings, can be humorous at times, as well as a colorful journey brings Blossom’s story to life. Children and adults alike will appreciate Blossom, Tyler, and her determination to have wings. In the end, Blossom learns God had a plan all along and that he blessed her with incredible talent to help others from her own experience.

Using this analogy of a butterfly and based on Jerimiah 17:7, “Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him,” ~ Author Joe Rose, speaks to small children (ages 6-8) teaching them to pray, rely and trust on the Lord, even when one doesn’t understand. God has His plan and works His best for us. Along the way, issues such as self-acceptance, determination, overcoming, and waiting on God’s perfect timing offering hope in alternative outcomes that shine through. God works all things together for good (Romans 8:28).  

This is a wonderfully expressive and artistic book that children will love and cherish. Parents will certainly want a copy to give to their children, or perhaps grandchildren. ~ A delightful read!

Additionally, this book makes a great gift for family, friends, loved ones, neighbors, and co-workers.

Wings and a Prayer
By: Joe Rose
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0

You may get your copy of Wings and a Prayer at Amazon and in Kindle as a download. Visit Joe Rose's Facebook Page. 

Christian Devotionals, Christian Inspiration - Devotions With A Friend

I loved reading Devotions with a Friend, by Ken Tatum. The book is a 21-day daily devotional, stemming from Ken’s time hearing from God and his life experiences. I like that Ken shares the thoughts and expressions that God put on his heart in regards to each subject that he shares which includes a scripture verse, a daily devotional, and ends with a Prayer Emphasis. 

This 21-day devotional relates to subjects such as Grace, The Great Choreographer, Good King Bad King, Dry Bones: A Mystical Vision, Who is My Enemy and so much more which makes this an enjoyable book to sit down and read.  

Intriguing commentary, alongside sometimes humorous experiences, from the author that challenge, uplift, teach, exhort, and encourage. All his commentaries come from a life seeking God, and daily striving to hear and follow the commands of Jesus. Very nicely written.  

Reading Devotions from a Friend is similar to sitting down with a trusted friend and discussing various topics with a treasured friend over a cup of coffee or a meal. The author suggests making a routine out of sitting down and ingesting the Word of God, stating, “…remember, while scheduling time with God is a great spiritual discipline, the most important thing is that you spend time with Him.”

Christian Book Review - Johan den Hartogh & Ken Gott's Magnificent Jesus

The Magnificent Jesus:
Walking in Intimacy
Johan den Hartogh & Ken Gott
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

The Magnificent Jesus: Walking in Intimacy presents deep scriptural truths from the book of Revelation 1: 5-7. 

Designed to reflect each scripture verse and meaning - 10 powerful chapters offer an easy-to-read and understand format that consists of prayer, focus on the scripture verse, commentary, reflection notes by a leader in ministry, and your own notes, making the book an interactive journey into Scripture and application. This book is designed to elevate the reader into true intimacy with Christ while knowing Who Christ is in Heaven. 

The Introduction and tools on the “inner room” along with acronym tools such as A.R.K., make this book a discovery journey of how intimacy is fostered through authority, the power of the Holy Spirit, and prayer to facilitate tapping into the deep river of God, knowing Him intimately, and walking in your God-given authority as a Kingdom Priest, forgiven and washed in His Blood to overcome. 

Insights from authors and ministry leaders contribute to this book such as: Lou Engle, John Arnott, Duncan Smith, and many international leaders such as: Sarah Jane Biggart, Wes Hall, Franklyn Spence, Murray Heibert,  Steve Uppal, Dele Olowu, Dean Briggs & Carolyn Jones

Keep in mind this is the revelation from Jesus Christ given to John, his servant, by an angel that was sent to him while exiled on the island of Patmos. John testifies to the things he sees and hears, writing all down in the Word of God for us today. 

Understanding these truths from Scripture reveals to readers what Jesus has done for those who call upon His name and bring clarity, elevating each seeker to intimacy, authority, and power within the Word of God. 

The insight and knowledge from Scripture, alongside many who have served God as leaders and lovers of God, catapults readers into knowing their authority in Christ, as they drink deep from the river of God to spread the gospel message to others. 

A Must-Read for anyone desiring an intimate walk with Jesus, the King of kings and Lord of lords! You may get your copy of The Magnificent Jesus: Walking in Intimacy at Amazon and in Kindle. 

CBM Book Review - Afternoon Rebecca

Title: Afternoon Rebecca
By: Mike J. Kizman
A CBM Christian Book Review
10.0 out of 10.0 stars

Afternoon Rebecca by Mike J. Kizman is a delightful story of two 20-somethings, Jeff and Rebecca, meeting for a first date on a Christian dating app. For Jeff, it had been hard to find the right one. Dating didn’t come easy for him since he was not well-versed in one-liners, as others would say playing the dating game. He also tends to get nervous easily, and can slightly stutter. As for Rebecca, she had just come out of a one-year serious relationship, which ended badly, as her ex was cheating on her. Both are a little unsure, but decide to embark on a journey with trepidation, as each one has their own story and life. 

This is a witty romance novel, as the author writes an intriguing account of their first date and beyond. Getting to know each other in person is Afternoon Rebecca’s suggestion; the author does an excellent job of describing what dating online might look like and the cities they both reside in. Readers will enjoy this modern online dating Christian romance novel. The author has made it a fun and easy adventure for anyone who loves romance novels. 

Questions presented in the book are - How do you know someone is right for you? What are the things you talk about meeting for the first time for dinner? With genuine flare, the author unveils interesting characters and conversations that keep readers interested. Each chapter keeps the readers hanging on to see what’s next. This is a delightful, fun and exciting romance novel. 

A must-read for those Christian romance connoisseurs looking for clean fun and love in a good novel. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Afternoon Rebecca and look forward to more from this author in the future.

You may get your copy of Afternoon Rebecca at Amazon and in Kindle as a download.
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