May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Easter Egg Board Books, illustrated by Emily Emerson
This Easter Egg Board Books, 3 Pack collection
includes Happy Easter, A Prayer for Easter, and Spring Is Here.
Snuggle up with your child and share the gift of God’s love
as you read this delightful collection of beautifully-illustrated stories from bestselling
author Glenys Nellist celebrating Easter and the coming of spring.
Spring is almost here––the season of Hope, Joy, and Renewal!
Filled with Glenys’s signature rhymes and adorable
animal illustrated by Cee Biscoe, Snuggle Time Easter Stories uses
simple language to introduce even the youngest readers to the true meaning and
hope of the first Easter, sharing Jesus is alive!
This charming padded board book is the perfect gift to tuck
in your little one’s Easter basket, or their car seat when you take them on the
go, and is also a wonderful bedtime or naptime read.
Easter may have many fun traditions, but Bunny wants to
know: “What is Easter?” Little ones can enjoy learning the true meaning of
Easter alongside Bunny, celebrating Jesus and his resurrection with Laura
Sassi’s sweet and rhyming text.
Easter is for coloring eggs, wearing a lovely bonnet,
joining in an egg hunt, and attending church with family! But the most
important thing about this holiest of seasons is to celebrate and focus on
Jesus. Children will be introduced to the meaning of Easter through colorful
illustrations and playful rhymes.
Book Description:
It seems like a dream come true . . . until it forces her to question everything.
My Thoughts:
I can't say enough good things about this delightful book, In Search of a
Prince. Can you imagine waking up to find out you're a princess and you had
no idea? Brielle did exactly that. Her mom reveals a secret she's kept for over
twenty years, and that's where the story blossoms. The island Brielle travels
to is lush, beautiful, and filled with interesting characters, including the
grandfather she's never met. Shiloh's writing is stellar. She takes the reader
into life on the island with perfect description, wonderful characters (and some
not so wonderful,) a satisfying romance, and the incredible journey of faith Brielle
takes as she seeks God's plan for her. If you enjoy excellent writing and a
wonderful story, you'll want to read In Search of a Prince.
Ephesians 4:32
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in
Christ God forgave you.
Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day.
Tim and I stopped in for breakfast at a little diner near
our home. The menu tempted me with so many choices. When a waitress stopped by
our table, we both ordered coffee, then waited for her to return. With coffee
in our cups, we placed our orders. "I would like to try the waffle with
blueberries and a scrambled egg." I don't often ask for waffles, but I
thought I'd give it a try, and with blueberries how could I go wrong. She came
back to the table, head hanging, and told me, "We are out of the mix. I'm
so sorry, what else would you like? We have French toast with
blueberries."
I smiled and ordered the French toast. As we waited on our
order, we sipped our coffee, and talked about the Reds, the book I'm working on,
and what we planned for the rest of the day. Not long after, the waitress
placed a plate of French toast and blueberries in front of me that looked
heavenly. Again, she apologized, but I stopped her. "I love French toast
and blueberries. I was getting the waffle just to try something different."
She sighed with relief and hurried to the next table.
The waitress didn't know me, yet she wanted me to enjoy my
breakfast. She had no idea French toast reminds me of my dad, who made it for
us on Saturday mornings. Even though, she didn't know me, she was kind and wanted
the best for me.
What if I passed along her caring attitude and her desire to
make my day better? That's called kindness, folks. Simply caring for the people
around me and considering their needs ahead of my own, both those I know and
those I don't. Did I mention, she was the only one working the floor, clearing
the tables, and taking orders? Yet she wore a smile and spread kindness all
over the room.
Paul penned in his letter to the Ephesian church a segment
about Christian living. One of the things he mentioned at the end, and I
believe he did that to emphasize the point, was to be compassionate and kind to
each other. As believers and followers of Jesus I want to show kindness to
others, not simply because Paul said so, but because the act of caring creates
a better environment for everyone and shares the love of Jesus.
Join me in finding ways to be kinder and more caring.
Book Description:
To save the innocent, they must face an insidious evil.
My Thoughts:
The Souls of Lost Lake is engaging, intriguing, and at times scared
the bejeebers out of me, but it is such a good read. Jaime Jo Wright knows how
to craft a suspense story that leaves you thinking for days. I loved how she
started with a spooky campfire tale and sprouted the story of two brave women.
Ava and Wren, two different women, one from days gone by and the other modern
day, grow in their faith as they confront the evil around them. I love the camp
setting, the old folktales, and the interactions between the ladies and the men
in their lives. This is my favorite book by Wright, so far. The twists at the
end are so unexpected. If you enjoy suspense with a bit of romance and a strong
thread of faith, read Jaime Jo Wright's The Souls of Lost Lake. I
received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review
are completely my own.
John 16:32-33
A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be
scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I
am not alone, for my Father is with me. I have told you these things, so that
in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But
take heart! I have overcome the world.”
I'm never alone.
Tim and I took Rosie for a walk at the local park. We hiked
into an area where we could hear the river water rushing alongside us. As I
walked, I spied the three-leafed trillium that sprouts in the spring in Ohio
and enjoyed the greening foliage on the trees. For a moment I closed my eyes
and listened. No cars revved their engines, no washer or dryer rumbled, no
furnace kicked off and on. All I heard was the water, the burble of the river
flowing over rocks, the tranquility of the woods. The peace reminded me of the One
who is always with me.
The last three months have been hard. At times the burden
too much to bear, but the beautiful, most wonderful thing I experienced in my
time of grief and stress was the presence of the Holy Spirit. I'm never alone.
Yes, my family and I were surrounded by the amazing blessing of friends. For
that I'm so thankful, but in those times when I sat by myself in my home while Tim worked,
I felt the presence of God. Through scripture and the Spirit, He reminded
it would be alright.
Jesus spoke to his disciples before his final days on earth
and reminded them that even as they needed to scatter and leave Him on His own,
God was with Him. I absolutely love what He tells them. "I have told you
these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will
have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
As a believer, the Holy Spirit lives inside me, beside me, and
gives me peace in this troubled world.
Take heart! Jesus has overcome the world.