Reviews by Patricia Janes
The Chronological Guide to the Bible
On 3/18 Patricia Janes wrote: I had the opportunity to read and review the full color bible guide, the Chronological Guide to the bible, published by Thomas Nelson publishers. This study guide is like a study guide/ encyclopedia/ hisoty book hybrid with its main focus on biblical history, society and culture. Diveded into chronological ... The Chronological Guide to the Bible
Rediscovering God in America
On 3/1 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the pleasure of reviewing Newt Gingrich’s new book, Rediscovering God in America. This book presented a brief synopsis of well known national monuments and their biblical origins. The role of faith in the ... Rediscovering God in America By Newt Gingrich
Revolve 2010
On 2/20 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the opportunity to review the unique bible in magazine-like format, Revolve 2010 The Complete New Testament. Turning the bible/ new testament text into a magazine format is a creative outreach idea, that I believe ... Revolve 2010 The Complete New Testament
Jesus Lives
On 12/9 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the opportunity to review Sara Young’s devotional book, Jesus Lives. I was pleasantly surprised at the extent of this book’s reliance on scripture. Each topic/ page is supplemented by two or three complimentary ... Jesus Lives By Sarah Young
Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain
On 11/12 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the opportunity to review this spiritually motivating book, Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain. Consider the two verses, Psalm 34:4 “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear ... Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain by Paul Meier, MD and David L. Henderson, MD
Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World
On 10/30 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the opportunity to review the book: Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World. Dr. Jeremiah offers practical and spiritually enriching strategies for coping in this difficult world that we live in. When faced ... Living With Confidence in a Chaotic World by Dr. David Jeremiah
The Well-Behaved Child
On 10/2 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the privilege of reviewing John Rosemond’s parenting book, The Well- Behaved Child. Of all the parenting/ child rearing books on the market today, Rosemond’s strategies, based on traditional common sense, ... The Well Behaved Child By John Rosemond
Kabul 24
On 9/18 Patricia Janes wrote: Kabul24, is the true life story of the hostages whose only “crimes” were their selfless humanitarian efforts accomplished via the Shelter Now International (SNI) humanitarian efforts. These courageous hostages were guilty of no crimes and deprived of basic human dignities and rights, simply because ... Kabul24 By Henry O. Arnold and Ben Pearson
Everyday Greatness
On 9/9 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ I had the opportunity to review Stephen R. Covey’s compendium of moral inspirational stories, Everyday Greatness. Covey’s book is like a textbook in morals. Moral values are categorized and explicitly described ... Everyday Greatness
Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
On 7/7 Patricia Janes wrote: More reliable than your best friend’s advice, more objective than your Mom, and more convenient than a marriage counselor, if you wish to work toward strengthening your marriage, then take a look at this book. Contrary to popular opinion, you do not need to have a fairy tale marriage to be content. ... Rick & Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
100 Bible Stories, 100 Bible Songs
On 6/3 Patricia Janes wrote: 100 Bible Stories 100 Bible Songs created by Stephen Elkins and illustrated by Tim O’Connor is a wonderful resource that brings the bible to life for young children. Containing a selection of 100 stories and two music CDs, this book- especially the songs- is sure to capture the attention of young children ... 100 Bible Stories 100 Bible Songs by Stephen Elkins
Jungle Jack's The Wackiest, Wildest, and Weirdest Animals in the World
On 5/29 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the pleasure of reviewing Jack Hanna’s nonfiction children’s book: The Wackiest Wildest Weirdest Animals in the World. The full color photos, the graphics, and the side bars of information not only make ... The Wackiest Wildest Weirdest Animals in the World by Jack Hanna
The Principle of the Path
On 5/21 Patricia Janes wrote: This book is not simply another superficial self help book on how to achieve your worldly dreams of financial prosperity, successful career or satisfying marriage. Stanley offers practical and memorable advice on living one’s life based God’s moral principles rather than selfish or emotional desires. ... The Principle of the Path by Andy Stanley
Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions
On 5/13 Patricia Janes wrote: Written from a Christian point of view, Nelson’s Illustrated Guide to Religions by James A. Beverley is a thorough and objective guide covering everything from the largest mainstream religions such as Roman Catholicism and Hinduism to the most obscure such as Rastafarian. Ancient religions as well ... Nelson’s Illustrated Guide to Religions by James A. Beverley
I'll Make You An Offer You Can't Refuse
On 5/6 Patricia Janes wrote: Having had renounced the “blood oath” that bound him to a life of crime, Michael Franzese feels the urge to redeem himself and share with the reader some basic lessons he has extracted from his former life of running a “mob enterprise”. Written from the colorful perspective of a former mob ... I’ll Make You an Offer You Can’t Refuse by Michael Franzese
Jesus Calling
On 5/1 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ I had the opportunity to review Sara Young’s unique devotional gift book. What makes this book of devotions stand apart from the traditional devotional genre is that the passages are written from the first person ... Jesus Calling By Sarah Young
The American Patriot's Bible
On 4/27 Patricia Janes wrote: The unique combination of a history book and a bible in one volume, the American Patriot’s Bible New King James Version, is a great resource for the history enthusiast. This bible is focused on a frequently “untapped” audience; the history student/ enthusiast. Having a BS in history, I greatly ... American Patriot’s Bible NKJV
Christianity in Crisis: The 21st Century
On 4/21 Patricia Janes wrote: As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ , I had the opportunity to review Hank Hanegraaff’s informative book which exposes the so-called harmless doctrines of the false teachers behind the faith and prosperity movements who are “systematically turning ... Christianity in Crisis: The 21st Century By Hank Hanegraaff
In the Footsteps of Paul
On 4/17 Patricia Janes wrote: Ken Duncan successfully takes on the ambitious endeavor of capturing the life and missionary journey of the apostle Paul through the use of photography. As a member of the Thomas Nelson Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com/, it was my pleasure to review this historical and yet spiritually ... In the Footsteps of Paul By Ken Duncan
His Name is Jesus
On 4/13 Patricia Janes wrote: Beautifully bound, rich with full color photos and its own slip cover; this is the perfect gift book. With vivid imagery, Jesus’ life is reverently and boldly retold. Actual biblical passages are brought to life, presented alongside the story of Jesus’ birth, mission, death, resurrection and legacy. ... His Name is Jesus by Max Lucado