One God One Plan One Life

Max Lucado's "One God, One Plan, One Life is a newly released devotional book that is geared toward teens. I think that this book is perfect for teens of all ages and I look forward to giving it to my 11 year old son so that he can find daily encouragement for dealing with the day to day struggles he faces. The devotionals are set up in a very easy to read format that allows the reader to get some encouragement quickly and leaves each reading with a thought or question to ponder throughout the day. I think that it will provide some excellent talking points as well. I have found encouragement from the reading as I was preparing to do this review. One thing I have always loved about Lucado’s books is the way that he presents ideas gently so that you get to take what you want. This book again would be perfect for a tween or a teen that just needs a little encouragement. I highly recommend this book. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Bad Dads of the Bible

Learning from example is what Bad Dads of the Bible is about. Reading through the parenting stories of David, Laban, Jacob, Saul, Abraham, Eli, Manoah and Lot you soon discover that these men in the Bible struggled with parenting and the balancing act that comes with being a father. The author Roland Warren connects the past and the present well in this book he communicates the point that though these fathers made big mistakes in how they fathered there is also redemption found in mending that relationship with your children. Each chapter has reflective questions that would function well in a group setting. I could see this book being used in a first time father class. The Good Dad Promises are good reminders that you can be a better father. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson as part of the BookSneeze program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."