Loved: Stories of Forgiveness - By Rebecca St. JamesFiled Under:Books| November 17, 2009This new collection of modern-day, real-life stories is intertwined with biblical examples of prodigal daughters who found their way back home. Reviewed by Ruth Johnson, Living Word Foursquare Church. read more |
Scouting the Divine - By Margaret FeinbergFiled Under:Books| November 17, 2009In this introspective text with the feel of a devotional, Feinberg's word choices and transparency of feeling make readers feel like they are right alongside her as she experiences Scripture through the lives of a modern shepherdess, a farmer, a beekeeper and a winemaker. read more |
Love & War - By John & Stasi EldredgeFiled Under:Books| November 17, 2009John and Stasi Eldredge take a brutally honest look at the realities of marriage in "Love & War." Reviewed by John Fehlen, Lead Pastor of West Salem Foursquare Church in Oregon. read more |
The Pastoral Counseling Handbook - By Ruth HetzendorferFiled Under:Books| November 17, 2009Whether a pastor has an extensive counseling ministry or infrequent counseling sessions, Dr. Ruth Hetzendorfer's recently released book, The Pastoral Counseling Handbook, will prove to be a valuable tool for bringing biblically based guidance to those needing pastoral care. read more |
Glorious - By Paul BalocheFiled Under:Music| November 17, 2009New Jersey native Paul Baloche's latest release marks his ninth solo album, featuring some major-name songwriting collaborations in its 11-song set. Reviewed by Jonathan Griffiths from Cornerstone Worship Center in Nampa, Idaho read more |
Until the Whole World Hears - By Casting CrownsFiled Under:Music| November 17, 2009Casting Crowns is back with their latest album, offering the signature sound of fresh, enjoyable guitar rock that their listeners have come to know and love. read more |
Rebuilding the Real You - By Jack W. HayfordFiled Under:Books| November 10, 2009The desire of Father God to help His people walk in fullness of life through the help of the ever-present ministry of the Holy Spirit is the focus of Pastor Jack's latest book. Reviewed by Callie Campbell, director of ministry operations at Living Way Foursquare Church, New Buffalo, Mich. read more |
Saint Nicholas: A Story of Joyful Giving - VeggieTalesFiled Under:Film/DVDs| November 10, 2009In a creative re-imagining of the historical account of Saint Nicholas, the team at Big Idea has delivered a timely holiday tale in our difficult economic times. read more |
Handel's Messiah Rocks - By Joyful Noise/various artistsFiled Under:Music| November 10, 2009Available as a CD or DVD, the well-delivered project takes the centuries-old oratorio by George Frideric Handel and injects a contemporary vernacular. Reviewed by Jonathan Griffiths, Cornerstone Worship Center. read more |
Worship and Adore: A Christmas Offering - By various artistsFiled Under:Music| November 10, 2009A compilation Christmas album full of songs that are perfect for corporate worship. Reviewed by Nicole R. Perez, NewLife Community Church in Pomona, Calif. read more |