Great book for men everywhere!!!

I have read "Clean" by Douglas Weiss.  The Subtitle says it all: "A proven plan for men committed to sexual integrity."
I'll be honest, this was a tough book because Weiss tackles a tough subject that many men are unwilling to tackle: sexual integrity.
If men are honest, we all are tempted sexually.  Many men deal with pornography and lust on a daily basis.  This book will help we men deal with this serious issue in a "grace-filled" way.
God wants us to live a life clean of sexual sin.  He wants us to enjoy sex under His authority and in the context of marriage.
This book will help men of all ages and from a faith background or not.  I want to buy this for all the men in my church and go through it together.
The best part of this book is the biblical foundation.  Weiss sites scripture all the way through to prove his point.  this is not just one man's opinion.  This is God's opinion!
Another thing i like is Weiss comes from a expert perspective.  He knows what he is talking about.
I highly recommend this book for you and your church!
I received this book for free from booksneeze.com in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: God's not Dead by Rice Broocks

I love books on apologetics (defending the faith).  This book is probably the best book on apologetics i have ever read.  I would buy this book for a non-believer to read and a believer to study for themselves.
This book uses the usual arguments proving God exists: science, the complexity of the universe, the bible, etc.
I would read this book many times again.  it is informative and entertaining.  Buy it for yourself and a friend.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: Neighbors and Wise Men by Tony Kriz

Neighbors and Wise Men is a great book about finding God in unexpected places.  Tony Kriz (the author) was unknown to me when i got this book.  but i found out from the cover that He was mentioned in blue like jazz, which i have read and like very much.
This book is not priciples or or facts, it is in story form.  I like that.  i learn from story as all of us do.
I believe some might be offended by this book.  He talks about finding God in the middle of a pub and among muslim people.  i understand.  but i like it because God can show up in our lives no matter where we are.  God doesnt live in a church building, he lives where we go.
We are called to make disciples and most times it will happen in the market place.
this book helps to illustrate how to live that life where God can be found and shared with others.
I highly recommend it for all of you who want to find God in your own story.
I received this book for free from booksneeze.com

Book Review: Grace by Max Lucado

Max Lucado boos are great for inspiration and to feel good.  I recommend his books for anyone.  I have 12 Max Lucado books, so you know that i like his writing.
This book, Grace, is a good book.  Grace is one of those subjects that i read about often.  This book is a little, "Fluffy" to me.  it didnt have any meat to it.  dont get me wrong it was a good book and i will read it again.  I just felt after reading it that i was missing something from Max this book.
This book covers the subject of grace and Lucado writes in a style that keeps you going.  His chapters are rather short, which is good for readers like me.
Pick up this book, go through the provided study guide and grow as a believer.
I recieved this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review from booksneeze.com

My book review of Rudy by Rudy Ruttiger

I have watched the movie 'Rudy' many times and have been inspired to have dreams that are beyond your own ability to get them fulfilled.  I have watched the movie so many times i can even quote it from heart.  It is in fact my favorite movie of all time.
All of a sudden the book version comes out decades later and I had to get my hand on it.
This book: Rudy, is a great book.  It is an easy read and flows well.  This book goes into detail what the movie didnt have time to talk about.  A few highlights: Rudy goes to the Navy and learns many lessons for his life.  One interesting thing I learned about Rudy is he was a boxer at Notre Dame.  That is cool.
This book is very inspirational to me because Rudy was just an 'Average Joe' like me but His God-given dreams came true.  That inspires me to get going and see my dreams fulfilled. 
I recommend this book for every person who loves the movie.  You will not be disappointed at all.  I highly recommend it. 
I was given this book for free in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: Tough Guys and Drama Queens.

Once in a while a book comes across my desk that is great for me to read on a personal level.  Then there are books that are great for me to recommend.  Tough Guys and Drama Queens by Mark Gregston is a great book to read and recommend to others.
This book is recommended for parents of elementary age and teenagers.  It is also recommended for Youth pastors, pastors and leaders.  Keep one for your self and read it and then buy more for the parents in your ministry.
Let's face it: Teenagers are strange and who couldnt use a little help with them.  Look no further than this book and it will help you not only survive but thrive through your teens weird years.
If you are a youth leader, your parents need a resource from you: this is thte book to give out.  the parents will thank you.
This book is set up into three sections: Whats so different about the culture, Parenting practices to avoid, and Parenting practices that really work.
This book works because Gregston uses God's principles to parent.  Buy it and you will not regret it
I was given this book for free fropm www.booksneeze.com in exchange for an honest review.
6 stars out of 5

Going Inside For Refreshment

 

 

- Long car ride with nothing to drink

John 7:38- Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, 'Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.'"

Acts 3:19- Repent therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;

How can you be Refreshed?

 1.    Repent of your sin- nothing makes you more spiritually dehydrated than unrepented sin

 2.    Get into the presence of the Lord Daily. 

You might ask, “Isnt the Lord all around us, how do we get into the presence?”  I would say, yes God is all around us.  But we get into the presence of the Lord by getting rid of distractions, getting on our knees, and praying and seeking the face of God.

If you are weary and tired, you need to get into the presence of God.  He will give you living water.