Reviews by Scott Morrison
A Girl's Guide to Life
On 6/29 Scott Morrison wrote: This is another redo of a book for teen girls. It was originally written in 2004. Being a father of a teen girl and being a youth pastor I found the book to be good read. This a good book for girls going through the trying teenage years. It helps girls see themselves through the eyes of God. It ... Good for Teen Girls
A Guy's Guide to Life
On 6/3 Scott Morrison wrote: A Guy's Guide to Life: How to Become a Man in 224 Pages or Less is a teenage guy’s handbook to becoming a man with a healthy mind, body, and soul. What does society want of teen guys? To be independent, tough, and macho? To be a sensitive, caring metrosexual? To excel in school and sports and business? ... Good for Teens
The Heart Mender
On 6/3 Scott Morrison wrote: A unique blend of historical fact and engaging fiction showing the power of forgiveness. In 1942, German subs are dispatched to the Gulf of Mexico to sink U.S. vessels carrying goods and fuel. While taking a late-night walk, Helen Mason—widowed by war—discovers the near-lifeless body of a German ... Wow
Plan B
On 6/3 Scott Morrison wrote: Learn how God often does His best work in our most hopeless situations. What do you do when a shattered dream or an unmet expectation causes you to turn to Plan B? Pastor and author Pete Wilson uses real life stories of disappointments and tragedy along with biblical stories such as David, Joseph, and ... Good Book
The Map
On 4/19 Scott Morrison wrote: I really enjoyed this book. It had a fresh perspective on reaching men in the church. The style switching between fiction and Bible study was really developed. This style helped the book flow and be very enjoyable. David Murrow is a great author. Men and church leaders should read this book. I ... Good for Men
66 Love Letters
On 2/22 Scott Morrison wrote: I am torn a little about this book. I did enjoy the book but, I didn't love the book. 66 Love Letters I thought was going to be a great book I could use in sermons and for my devotional times. What we got though good at times is more of Dr. Crabb's personal journal. Some of the stuff written was really ... Just OK
This is Your Brain in Love
On 1/11 Scott Morrison wrote: This is another great book by Dr. Henslin. Our Brain on Joy was also a great book. This book is great for couples. He used a lot of research but makes it easy to understand for everyone. The test after each chapter make this a fun book to read. I have shared this book with many people. It really ... Will Make You Think
Living Life in the Zone
On 12/24 Scott Morrison wrote: This a a great book for men to really challenge them in their spiritual walk. I thought the writing style and book structure was well done. I really enjoyed the testimonies from the various sports leaders. Being a 40 day plan makes easy to read and follow. It was very encouraging to read and study. ... Great for Sports Lovers
Jesus Lives
On 12/13 Scott Morrison wrote: There are many devotion books out today. It has been hard to beat some of the great classics. I have read Utmost for years. In the past few years I have read Tozer daily. Sarah Young has finally created a devotion book that is going to be a classic also. She invites the reader to really focus and ... Great Devotional
The Language of Love & Respect
On 11/23 Scott Morrison wrote: This is a great book for couples. Couples should read this to improve their marriage and communication skills. This book has helped many families at our church. We use the series for a marriage class. We have seen great things since doing the series. The writing style for the book makes it a very ... Great for Couples
Take Your Best Shot
On 10/24 Scott Morrison wrote: Wow! This was an inspiring book. I could not put the book down. The story about Austin and his vision to really make a difference as teenager was great. As a youth pastor we hear some much negative about this generation. Stuff like they are lazy, apathetic and lack any vision. Austin breaks that mold ... Awesome Book!
Redefining Beautiful
On 9/15 Scott Morrison wrote: This one of the best books for teen girls that has come out in a long time. As a youth pastor and a father of a daughter I am always looking for books that will relate to girls. There is another author in the Lucado family? Jenna really is able to connect with young girls. She offers great truths ... A Must Read for Young Ladies
Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World
On 9/15 Scott Morrison wrote: Dr. David Jeremiah is one of my favorite preachers. I read all his books and even get his monthly magazine. This book is a very encouraging book dealing with where we are as a nation and the Church. The way he uses stories to help see his point is so amazing. It is filled with God's Word also. Which ... Great Read
Fearless
On 9/10 Scott Morrison wrote: I have began reading Max Lucado years ago and have read every book he has written. Many people say his books are just very simplistic and too easy to read. While being easy to read I do agree. To the point about being simple, it is the beauty of simplicity that really draws me to his writing. He ... Live Without Fear
Fresh Start
On 9/10 Scott Morrison wrote: This is a great book from the Student Pastor from Saddleback, Doug Fields. Being a youth pastor also I really enjoyed this book. Doug is a great communicator to this generation. Now he is reaching a much bigger audience. This book places him with many other great authors. To be honest I like his style ... A Fresh Start
Let Go
On 8/25 Scott Morrison wrote: My wife really enjoyed reading this book. It was very encouraging and uplifting. Sheila does a great job of using personal illustrations. The style of writing is very easy to follow. My children love her kids books and her cds that went a long with them. We even read them to their calsses in school ... Let Go!
Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
On 8/3 Scott Morrison wrote: The new book by the national syndicated talk show hosts Rick and Bubba is a marriage book? I could not wait to get this book to see how they would talk about marriage. It is so funny and a very easy read. I kept reading parts to my wife so she could laugh with my. They discuss what really goes on in ... Great Book on Marriage
The Noticer
On 7/3 Scott Morrison wrote: A new story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But like all humans on the planet, the good folks of Orange Beach have their share of problems - marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults ... Good Book
Face of Betrayal
On 7/3 Scott Morrison wrote: This was just an average fiction mystery read. It was a lot like the Women's Murder Club books. As a guy the girl talk between the characters was a little over the top. She included stuff that I did not need to read in a girl relationship. The one instance of profanity also caught me be surprise. I have ... Good Start
The Principle of the Path
On 4/14 Scott Morrison wrote: This a great book to read by one of my favorite authors and communicators. I read everyone of Andy's books and podcast his sermons. Andy is a visionary and a very influential leader. The book "Next Generation Leader" by Andy impacted my life more than any other book I have read. It was much needed in ... Read this book!
Christianity in Crisis: The 21st Century
On 3/31 Scott Morrison wrote: After sitting in class where Hank Hanegraaff spoke I have read his works. As the Bible Answer man he has helped solve many problems for people. This book is a rewritten book updated for this generation. And he exposes a lot about many of the pastors and ministries that are influencing people today. He ... Truth?
Christianity Today Study Series: Faith & Pop Culture
On 3/16 Scott Morrison wrote: I have been a fan of Christianity Today for years. I go to their website daily for insight and reviews of movies and music. So, when i got the opportunity to read this study i was excited. This is a study with a lot of thought and writing. It is a great resource for group study. It uses an article ... Good Study
The Hole in Our Gospel
On 3/10 Scott Morrison wrote: I could not put this book down. It is possible the best book on evangelism written in a long time. It really puts our call to share Christ in perspective. With the economy falling apart, based on our own greed, we have forgotten what we are called to do and be to a lost world. I have been study the book ... God help us!
This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/10 Scott Morrison wrote: I have been a fan of Dr. Daniel Amen for a while now. I really enjoy his research on SPECT scans and the study of the brain. He is a pioneer in this field and I have greatly benefited from his books. So, when saw that he recommend dr. Earl Henslin's book "This is Your Brain on Joy" I couldn't wait to ... This is Your Brain on Joy
Kiss
On 1/20 Scott Morrison wrote: I have read every Ted Dekker book. The Circle books were not my favorite but I still enjoyed them. Books like Three and Adam were great to me. He has created with Kiss another great thriller. Here is a brief description of the book: When a tragic auto accident leaves Shauna McAllister's brother ... Home Run for Dekker
Rex
On 1/12 Scott Morrison wrote: Rex is a book that is so amazing and encouraging. Written from a mother about her son Rex. Rex is a great spiritual journey of hope and love. Rex is born blind and his mothers world is literally turned upside down. Cathleen Lewis really gives honesty to what parents go through during a diagnose like ... Rex is Amazing!
For The Tough Times
On 12/29 Scott Morrison wrote: "For These Tough Times" the book by Max Lucado is a very good book. It is a must read for our day. It as a look at David and through all the crazy times he struggled through God was there. Lucado's signature story telling is present but he also uses a lot if verses. Many of the verses come from ... Very Good
Think and Make It Happen
On 12/16 Scott Morrison wrote: This is my second review so far and I am beginning to think all we are ready these days are self help books. Are we looking for answers to cope in the world we are just passing through. Dr. Augusto Cury's new book "Think and Make It Happen" is another do this this will happen. The tagline for the book ... Think and Make It Happen
The Truth About You
On 12/9 Scott Morrison wrote: This is a book review on the book "The Truth About You" by Marcus Buckingham. Marcus is an author that wants to change the way the world approaches life and work. "The Truth About You" is a very interesting concept. It is more like an experience. The packaging is very fresh and excited. A book, a DVD, ... The Truth About You