Reviews by Bob Garbett
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Buried Alive
On 3/2 Bob Garbett wrote: “Buried Alive” Kidnapped. Bound and blindfolded. Pistol whipped and beaten. Thus begins the 311 day ordeal of Roy Hallums, an American contractor kidnapped and held for ransom in Iraq. Hallums takes us (sometimes graphically) through the everyday life of being held captive by a gang of thugs in war ... Buried Alive
Living Life in the Zone
On 2/9 Bob Garbett wrote: The subtitle for this book is “A 40 Day Spiritual Game Plan for men.” And, it delivers on the promise. Of course, like any plan, to be effective it must be implemented. But, it does follow a very logical and well designed lay out. The book is divided into sections dealing with each area of a man’s ... Living Life in the Zone
The White Horse King
On 12/1 Bob Garbett wrote: Having never heard of King Alfred the Great, or the author, I was not sure what to expect from this book. What I found was a compelling page turner. It was not only well written, it was also very informative. King Alfred lived and reigned in the 800’s and is responsible for the development of legal ... The White Horse King
The Power of Respect
On 11/18 Bob Garbett wrote: I was not really sure what to expect when I began reading “The Power of Respect” – except the discussion is one which is desperately needed in our culture today. Deborah Norville’s approach is not the “tolerance at any cost” message we so often hear under the banner of respect today. Rather, ... The Power of Respect
Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World
On 10/12 Bob Garbett wrote: “Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World” is David Jeremiah’s follow-up to “What in the World is Going On?” It is not a sequel per se, and I must admit I did not read “What in the World is Going On?” although I did purchase it. I found “Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World“ a ... Living With Confidence in a Chaotic World
Fearless
On 9/8 Bob Garbett wrote: Max Lucado’s conversational style in “Fearless” makes this excellent book seem more like counsel from an old friend. Everyone deals with fear on some level at some point, and Lucado guides us into how to bring those fears out into the light where they shrivel and die. Whether it is a fear of the ... Fearless Imagine Your Life Without Fear
Everyday Greatness
On 8/11 Bob Garbett wrote: “Everyday Greatness” is a collection of stories originally published in Reader’s Digest. There are seven life goals, each supported by three values for a total of 21 chapters. In each chapter there are stories from people who have demonstrated the application of these values and principles in overcoming ... Everyday Greatness
Christianity Today Study Series: Faith & Pop Culture
On 7/13 Bob Garbett wrote: Reviewed by Bob Garbett (Eastern NC), July 10, 2009 Christianity Today’s Study Series “Faith and Pop Culture,” is a small group study which examines various forms of art, from TV to literature to cinema from a Christian perspective. As the authors point out, there has historically been a love/hate ... Faith and Pop Culture
I'll Make You An Offer You Can't Refuse
On 6/5 Bob Garbett wrote: What on earth could someone in legitimate business learn from a former mafia capo? Apparently, quite a bit. In “I’ll Make You An Offer You Can’t Refuse,” Michael Franzese writes about how the lessons learned from conducting mob business can be applied in today’s business environment. He rightly ... "I'll Make You an Offer You Can't Refuse"
The American Patriot's Bible
On 5/27 Bob Garbett wrote: “The American Patriot’s Bible” NKJV The “American Patriot’s Bible” is a study Bible with the focus of the study notes on the application of scripture throughout our American history. The version I reviewed is the New King James Version. There is a family history section to record the usual ... American Patriot's Bible
The Noticer
On 5/20 Bob Garbett wrote: Imagine you are facing a crisis, and a mysterious man shows up who knows where you are and where’ve you been. In a few brief moments, he asks a series of questions only you can answer, but somehow these questions lead you to a new “perspective” on your situation and on your life. This scene is ... The Noticer