The Leadership Handbook

From the back of the book:


A master communicator, Maxwell is known for his one-liners.  Sometimes, humorous, sometimes serious, always entertaining, these clever phrases offer a wealth of insight, experience and wisdom.


The leadership Handbook brings many of Maxwell's leadership truths to light.

This  book was previously published as Leadership Gold, but for those looking for a good book on leadership, this is one to turn to.  With 26 lessons, Mr. Maxwell can help you become a great leader.  There are so many good tips in this book with applications exercises; both about leading and mentoring.    I recommend this book if you are in any type of leadership positions.






 I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review and 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.”

Between the desire to please God, the need to feel valued, and the compulsion to make everyone around them happy, women often find themselves denying their desires. It's safer to stay in the life of "shoulds"--even if it means being spiritually and emotionally disconnected. Kelli Gotthardt knows their pain. Always considered a "good girl," she threw herself into every ministry, saying yes to everything.

This is a good book to read.  Kelli is a pastor's wife who suffers from depression, and the pressures of ministry.  

In her book she takes us through her journey of healing, that is healing from saying to many "yes'" and not being afraid to say yes to medication.    It is a great book to read to remind us not to get so involved with ministry that we forget our time with God, and to allow Him to speak to us.

The book is well written, but the author uses what I call "big words" that require looking up in the dictionary.

All in all a good book.

 I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review and 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.”

Between the desire to please God, the need to feel valued, and the compulsion to make everyone around them happy, women often find themselves denying their desires. It's safer to stay in the life of "shoulds"--even if it means being spiritually and emotionally disconnected.

Kelli Gotthardt knows their pain. Always considered a "good girl," she threw herself into every ministry, saying yes to every request her church family made. On the outside, her life looked completely together--but she was drowning in self-doubt and shame. Unlikely Rebel is the story of how Kelly slowly shed shoulds and shame, learning to love God and love who He created her to be.

The journey from the comfort of doing everything expected of a perfect pastor's wife to the uncertainty of living authentically and true to her unique calling is equal parts exhausting and exhilarating. Many Christians condemned her, responding with fear or anger to her greater intimacy with God's calling when it didn't match their own vision. For others, though, her journey inspired courage to embrace God's path for their own lives. - See more at: http://www.kregel.com/christian-living-and-devotionals/unlikely-rebel/#sthash.LjvvX6Bj.dpuf

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  ISBN: 9780825442285
  Pages: 160
  Publication date: 9-27-2015
  Format: Paperback
  Imprint: Kregel Publications
  $ 13.99
  
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  Category: Christian Living and Devotionals

  Unlikely Rebel

  A Church Girl's Journey out of Shoulds and Shame

  Kelli Gotthardt

  
  No formulas, no pat answers. Just real life. Real questions. Real transformation.
  
  Approach many women in the church and if they're being honest, they'll tell you they:
  

  • try hard to keep it all together;
  
  
  • are frustrated that being good doesn't deliver the perfect life;
  
  
  • feel trapped in expectations;
  
  
  • make decisions based on "shoulds";
  
  
  • feel selfish when they say no; and
  
  
  • are uncertain of their place in God's kingdom.

  
  Between the desire to please God, the need to feel valued, and the compulsion to make everyone around them happy, women often find themselves denying their desires. It's safer to stay in the life of "shoulds"--even if it means being spiritually and emotionally disconnected.
  
  Kelli Gotthardt knows their pain. Always considered a "good girl," she threw herself into every ministry, saying yes to every request her church family made. On the outside, her life looked completely together--but she was drowning in self-doubt and shame. Unlikely Rebel is the story of how Kelly slowly shed shoulds and shame, learning to love God and love who He created her to be.
  
  The journey from the comfort of doing everything expected of a perfect pastor's wife to the uncertainty of living authentically and true to her unique calling is equal parts exhausting and exhilarating. Many Christians condemned her, responding with fear or anger to her greater intimacy with God's calling when it didn't match their own vision. For others, though, her journey inspired courage to embrace God's path for their own lives.
  
  Now Kelli invites other women to discover God's leading in their lives, learning that if they throw off the despondency of undeserved shame, abundant life awaits

- See more at: http://www.kregel.com/christian-living-and-devotionals/unlikely-rebel/#sthash.LjvvX6Bj.dpuf

With Every Breath

  From the back of the book:
In the shadow of the nation's capital, Kate Livingston's respectable life as a government worker is disrupted by an encounter with the insufferable Trevor McDonough, the one man she'd hoped never to see again. A Harvard-trained physician, Trevor never showed the tiniest flicker of interest in Kate, and business is the only reason he has sought her out now. 

Despite her misgivings, Kate agrees to Trevor's risky proposal to join him in his work to find a cure for tuberculosis. As Kate begins to unlock the mysteries of Trevor's past, his hidden depths fascinate her. However, a shadowy enemy lies in wait and Trevor's closely guarded secrets are darker than she ever suspected.

As revelations from the past threaten to destroy their careers, their dreams, and even their lives, Trevor and Kate find themselves in a painfully impossible situation. With everything to lose, they must find the strength to trust that hope and love can prevail over all.

What an amazing  story on trust and faith.   The author has done an impeccable job in her research and study on this story line.   

In this story we are taken back to the turn of the century and introduced to the two main characters Kate and Trevor.  When we first meet them, they are true rivals in every sense.  From academics to who can out wit the other.  Later in Kate's life, after the death of her husband, she is given a promising job offer, but she has no idea that Trevor is the one offering the job.
  The characters are easy to like and follow.   It is full of anticipation, real to life situations, romance and even mystery.    Very well written and hard to put down. I highly recommend this book.

 I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review and 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.”

In Good Company

From the Back Cover

After growing up as an orphan, Millie Longfellow is determined to become the best nanny the East Coast has ever seen. Unfortunately, her playfulness and enthusiasm aren't always well-received and she finds herself dismissed from yet another position.

Everett Mulberry has quite unexpectedly become guardian to three children that scare off every nanny he hires. About to depart for Newport, Rhode Island, for the summer, he's desperate for competent childcare.

At wit's end with both Millie and Everett, the employment agency gives them one last chance--with each other. As Millie falls in love with her mischievous charges, Everett focuses on achieving the coveted societal status of the upper echelons. But as he investigates the suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of the children's parents, will it take the loss of those he loves to learn whose company he truly wants for the rest of his life?

In this novel we we are taken back to a time the 1860's where social classes meant everything, and it was hard to rise above where one's lot in life is.

 We are  introduced to Millie, a nanny with some very interesting ways to deal with the children of her employers.    Hard to keep a job it seems Then  she comes into contact with Everette Mulberry.  Everette has just inherited custody of his 3 charming God children, and is in desperate need of a nanny.

This novel has a numerous story line with romance  matchmaking and even a little mystery to it.    With a little twist of  Pride and Prejudice, it is  such an enjoyable read, and highly recommended.

 I received this book as part of the In Good Company  blog tour from Radiant Lit.  I received no compensation for this review and only received a copy of the book for review purposes.

Justified is available for purchase here from Amazon.com. 

whe Pursuit of God

A timeless classic from an author we all can trust.  Tozer does a wonderful job bringing us closer o God.  This is a great book for a new or seasoned Christian,  It will become a staple on your bookshelf and will be read again and again.   You will not be disappointed in your search to get closer to God.

 received this book free from the publisher. ANEKO  I was not required to write a positive review and 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.”

No Reserves, No Retreats.No Regrets

 This is the life story of  Ed Erny and how
God took that doubt away when a young man gave his heart to the Lord after he told him about Jesus. From that moment on, Ed and his family went to serve  in Taiwan, the Philippines,   He saw the Lord working and this book was written to give the same hope and desire to other missionary minded people.

This is an inspiring story, and I do recommend this book to read for anyone who is wondering what God wants them to do.

  received this book free from the publisher. OneMission I was not required to write a positive review and 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.”

Justified

From the back of the book:

In a small own ruled by gossip, Fawn Blaylock believes others are justified in condemning her untimely pregnancy.  Stifled by guilt, she yearns for the grace  she has never been willing to bestow on others.  Hope begins to stir when the local football coach offers gentle strength to help Fawn reawaken her heart and redeem her past.

In his novel we are introduced to Fawn, pregnant and engaged to an abusive man who her parents are insisting she marries.   Tyler in order to  receive his  inheritance, mus marry and have an heir,  

What will Fawn do?

This is such a great read.  I enjoyed it so much, as we have so much to learn by the story.   We as Christians need to see our selves in others shoes before we pass judgment.   Also we need to remember a word, grace and what it means.  God gave us grace, and we must give it back to others.

The characters in his novel are real and down to earth.  The author has done a wonderful job handling such a delicate situation.   zi highly recommend this novel snd look forward to more from this author.

 Note: I received this book as part of the Justified  blog tour from Radiant Lit.  I received no compensation for this review and only received a copy of the book for review purposes.

Justified is available for purchase here from Amazon.com. 

Review copy provided by the publisher for Radiant Lit Blog Tours.