"Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
1 Corinthians 15:58
The story of St. Nicholas of Myra like you've never heard it before.
A companion or sister book to Of Love and Treason, with a scattering of familiar faces, but also a solid stand alone novel. Demitria and her brother Theseus eek out a living as coral harvesters, diving deep for the hidden treasures of the ocean. Demi and her brother use their boat to gather provisions to help feed the other Christians, but as the persecution increases the risk grows. But a friend in the form of Nicholas of Myra comes to their aid, when Theseus is injured.
A captivating story of ancient Rome, showing the hardship and persecution of the early church. I liked how it showed the early church caring for each other and living each day knowing the cost of their faith.
An engaging read, I learned a lot about ancient history and Nicholas of Myra. Such a great read, enjoyable storyline and core of faith.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
A powerful new film about how "A Heavenly Father" changes everything.
From the award-winning director of the Kendrick Brothers’ documentary Show Me the Father, He Calls Me Daughter is a poignant exploration of father-daughter relationships and the lasting impact they have on a woman’s life. Through honest stories and thoughtful insight, the film examines the deep “father wound” many women carry. He Calls Me Daughter reveals how faith in Jesus Christ brings healing, transforms lives and restores identity. A Heavenly Father changes everything!
HE CALLS ME DAUGHTER is for women who have felt unseen, unsupported, or unsure of their worth—and who long for love that feels safe. This honest exploration of father-daughter relationships reveals the lasting impact they can have on a woman’s life. Through intimate, first-person stories, viewers follow women as they begin to name the pain they’ve carried for years: father wound.
Audiences are invited to reflect on their own story as they walk alongside these women on a journey toward healing. At the heart of the movie is an encounter with Jesus—a perfect heavenly Father who sees, stops, and calls His daughters by name. HE CALLS ME DAUGHTER is an invitation to experience the love of a Father who does not withdraw—One who offers peace, belonging, and restoration.
He Calls Me Daughter is releasing in theaters March 17 & 18 only.
Still Hope is a movie where awareness about human
trafficking meets compassion and recovery begins.
Freedom is just the beginning.
Hope, a teenager from a tight-knit community, finds herself in danger when the person she believes to be a new friend proves unsafe. Taken from all she knows, Hope is forced into sex trafficking and stripped of her identity.
After finding freedom from her captors, Hope discovers that survival is only the first step. Inspired by true stories, Hope’s journey is a powerful illustration of the courage it takes to walk the complex path of recovery.
Get tickets now to see this powerful film in theaters February 5!
A portion of ticket proceeds will go towards organizations that care for victims of trafficking.
My Review:
A powerful story of recovery and true freedom through faith.
This story deals with a difficult topic, and I think that it did a good job of realistically showing how she had no choice and days by day her hope was stripped away. But than that it showed recovery in an honest and raw way. Hope questions God's goodness, and struggles to trust when all her trust was taken away. When I first started watching I thought it would be your typical faith film, but I was wrong! It is so much more, not shying away from hard questions and topics, struggling with faith, throughout and with the aftermath.
A cautionary tale, that can be a good conversation starter with your children about social media use, and strangers online. It deals with a very real and difficult topic, and it does a good job of showing it with gritty realness, but not being overly explicit or graphic. Good for families with teens, though parents may want to preview.
A well done film, with a powerful story, talented cast, and solid core of faith. An inspiring story of redemption, recovery, and hope.
Many thanks to Studio 523 for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
Two sisters, both talented singers, separated by oceans during WWII.
Caramina Grassi longs to become an opera singer like her sister Rosa, who lives in Italy. But when the Japanese come to the Philippines, Caramina and her family must flee to go work on a rice farm in the jungle. The story follows the hardships faced by the sisters, as they wait out the war, facing an uncertain future, leaning on faith and bonded by their love of music.
Based on a true story of hope, faith and resilience. An engaging and compelling read, that has the author drawing from the life experiences of her mother and aunts. A well told story that shows a well known time period from an angle I'd never read before. It was fascinating reading about things experienced in the Philippines, as well as Italy.
A powerful and compelling story, realistic, and gritty, with inspiring themes of faith. I admired how Cara's family was determined to stick together and face things as a family. This is my first time reading this author, and this novel is a masterful debut. Highly recommend.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
The second installment of the spin off series to the Secret of the Hidden Scrolls, finds Mary, Peter, Uncle Solomon, and Hank one step closer to rescuing the remaining hidden scrolls from the evil collector.
Fun and fast paced chapter book, targeted at elementary ages children, gaining confidence with reading. In this adventure they travel back in time to the prophet Jonah's time, where they travel alongside him into the stomach of the big fish. They learn important lessons of faith, and how God hears when we pray.
A wonderful faith-based series full of adventure, with a continuing storyline throughout the series of evading the Collector. Great fun, with solid core of faith.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Navy SEAL Logan Russell heads back to his hometown to check on his twin sister, Lisa, who hasn't been responding to his texts lately. His investigation leads him to Sheriff Isabelle Sinclair, his sister's best friend who is also looking into Lisa's disappearance. Turns out there is a string of missing barrel racers, Logan and Izzie join forces to get to the bottom of who is targeting the girls.
A fast paced suspense, with high stakes, engaging storyline, and likable leading characters. Logan has a K-9, Shadow, and is unsure where his career will lead after getting injured. He and Izzie make a great team, working together, with a shared determination to bring the killer to justice. I liked how Izzie also bonded with Shadow, as well. There is a lot of good interaction, and strong themes of faith.
Overall, a high suspense read, with a lot going on, and a well built backstory. I liked the Texas rodeo setting, high stakes, and characters that I could cheer for throughout.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Mary, Peter and Hank are back in a brand new series, exploring Israel with their uncle Solomon, discovering more secret scrolls!
A fast paced adventure that takes them to the courts of Queen Esther, on a mission to solve the secret of the scroll before time runs out, while avoiding the evil Collector.
A fun read that sets up well for the books to come. Easy to read chapter book, great for children who are gaining confidence in reading, with a good ratio of illustrations along with large easy to read print, that is well spaced, and good straightforward sentence structure.
A wonderful adventure for elementary ages children, with themes of trusting God's plans. A terrific spin off series, with the same original characters!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
A charming rom-com, with a sweet grumpy-sunshine pairing, delightful setting, and compelling relationship building.
When circulation librarian Haley Holt get's stranded in the rat trap of a bookmobile, because of a rock slide that leaves her stuck in Turkey Grove. Mechanic Levi Redding can't ignore a damsel in distress, so he offers his help despite his more reclusive ways.
A wonderful rom-com that has characters who deal with fears, overstimulation in social settings, and self induces pressure to measure up. I liked that Haley brought out a different side of Levi, and let him know that he was supported. And in a similar fashion, he gives her assurance, and takes the time to let her know that he will be there for her whatever tomorrow brings.
A cute setting, with fun characters, with fun, flirty dialogue. But there are also more serious moments that are well handled, as well as a core of faith. A fun quick read, and I loved the representation of neurodivergent and book loving characters.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Ginny's plans to live out her dreams of moving to England are derailed with news of her brother's death and a surprise inheritance. She goes back to the place she left some many years ago to find the family farm at risk of losing it all, and her two nephews fighting different battles for survival. A story of prodigals come home, faith and family.
A heartfelt and compelling story of family, Ginny wants to help and do right by her two nephews and their families, but she doesn't know how to make up the deficit in back taxes. Luke and his wife Bethany have worked the farm for years, caring for Harold in his last years, with his mood swings and erratic behavior. Mark shows up with his three children in tow, hoping that the farm can give them a fresh start. Arlo is a young girl who has seen too much in her short time on earth, fiercely protective of her siblings.
A wonderful multi-layered novel of faith and family. Ginny finds hope and home in and unexpected place, forging bonds that run deeper than blood, through sacrifice, and commitment. I liked how this story used multiple points of view, and tells the story through multiple angles. A highly compelling, spiritually rich novel of hope, family, and coming home.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Trapped by an avalanche with a a stalker on the loose that has followed Cassie to her friend's destination wedding, she must work with her ex Joel to survive the extreme conditions with a killer on the loose.
A fast paced and suspenseful story, set high in the Colorado mountains. There is a lot going on, with a full cast of great characters. I liked the strong themes of faith, and second chance romance. Joel and Cassie make a great team, work together great. Joel is very supportive and understanding. Great high stakes suspense.
Snowbound Secrets by Lynette Eason
Dr. Maya Sullivan dreams of turning the ranch her inherited into a safe haven for recovering Veterans. But when an avalanche traps her at a Colorado ski lodge, unexpectedly reuniting her with her high school crush, they must work together to escape the shadowy intentions of someone who seems to be following her every move.
An engaging read, with likable protagonists, and a couple you can cheer for throughout. There is a lot going on, with strong relationship building and plenty of action. Good characters arcs, and strong themes of faith. Definitely recommend!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Lucie is Faith's mom, and reviews books that catch her eye that are sitting on her daughter's bookshelf. She is a big fan of pretty much anything western, with mystery and a good love story.
