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None Like Him {Book Review and Giveaway}

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I was recently introduced to the work of Jen Wilkin by our Women’s Bible Study group at church with her Study of Hebrews. Unfortunately, I fell behind, but I have been working on it at home, and I just love the way it’s presented and how she encourages us to study God’s Word. When I was given the opportunity to review the Jen Wilkin book None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different From Us (and Why That’s a Good Thing).
None Like Him Book
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In None Like Him Jen Wilkin she shares how God is self-existent, self-sufficient, immutable, eternal, omniscient, omnipresent, omnipotent, infinite, sovereign, and incomprehensible. We are not, of course, and she goes into detail about each of these characteristics and, of course, relates personal stories and scriptural reference. I knew right from the Introduction on Becoming a God-Fearing Woman this book would be a huge blessing – not just for me, but for any woman who reads it.
What I found really makes this book unique is it’s not just a book you read through (although just the text alone is a blessing). She encourages us to dig deeper. She provides verses for meditation, questions for reflection, and a prayer. I have particularly found the questions helpful because, I admit, I often read through things quickly and then realize I didn’t actually take in everything I just read. With the questions, I’m challenged to really dig in to the meaning of the chapter – not just the words.
Overall, I am so glad I had the chance to review this Jen Wilkin book. I love the way it presented and encourages us to dig deep in the meaning. It not only helped me realize who God is, but also why I’m not those things, and why I don’t have to be. I think the Conclusion “Fearful and Wonderful” really helps bring it all together. We need to embrace our limits in light of our limitless God.
None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different from Us (and Why That’s a Good Thing) can be purchased on Amazon. The paperback book is beautiful, and it’s available for Kindle as well.
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*Giveaway!!!*

None Like Him Giveaway
Would you like to win a paperback copy of None Like Him? This giveaway will run through 5/21/16 at 11:59pm Eastern Time and is open to US and Canada ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. For any questions/concerns please email emilee.roberts (at) peaofsweetness (dot) com (consider adding this email to your “Safe List” as winning email notification will be sent from this email).
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The Sparrow Found A House {book review}

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Christian NovelElisha Press offers Christian novels, including free downloads, like the book I recently had chance to read The Sparrow Found A House.
The Sparrow Found A House is about a family with four children whose widowed mother just married a military veteran. Just like any teens’ nightmare he comes in with new (stricter) rules and something else they’re not used to – his Faith. Eventually they even throw *gasp* homeschooling into the mix! Their mother is completely onboard, and the twins embrace the changes rather quickly! Even the oldest son, Chris, seems to take to their new dad rather quickly as well as the changes. Jessie, though, isn’t so happy about any of it.
I really enjoyed The Sparrow Found A House because it is so intriguing. It really kept my attention, and I just wanted to keep reading! The characters are so believable I felt like I was reading about something that happened. Plus, I felt like I could understand them more because they were all so realistic. I also love that the book encompasses the life of a family drawing closer to God. It really is a unique journey, and The Sparrow Found A House portrays this journey in such a neat way since there are many family members of various ages and personality types. I loved reading how each family member responded!
As a homeschool mom I also appreciate that The Sparrow Found A House talks about homeschooling and shares not only the good points of homeschooling but how some that may not understand look at it negatively. It shares the very essence of why our family chose homeschooling (even before our kids were old enough)! The Author, Jason McIntire is also a homeschool graduate, which I thought really helped bring together this aspect of the story.
In addition to serious topics, The Sparrow Found A House is also fun and exciting! There are adventures, contests, games, and more. It is a very well-rounded book with a great storyline.

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Visit the The Sparrow Found A House page on Elisha Press where you can find out more information about the book as well as the link to download the ebook FREE! (Registration is required.) You can also purchase the paperback for $12.99 with free shipping. Special!!: Through June 1, 2014 my readers will receive $4 off The Sparrow Found A House when you use the code SWEET61013, so it would only be $8.99!
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