Reviews by Carmen Lester
NKJV Greatest Stories of the Bible
On 12/8 Carmen Lester wrote: THE GREATEST STORIES OF THE BIBLE, NELSON PUBLISHING This is a unique publication. It is actual scripture (New King James Version) but arranged in story format. It would be an AWESOME gift for any family. You can pick it up and just read a story at a time - and you are reading authentic scriptures ... Greatest Stories of the Bible
Derailed
On 11/21 Carmen Lester wrote: DeRAILED by Tim Irwin, Ph.D. It seems we are wise when we learn from our own mistakes, but how much better it is when we learn from someone else's mistake. Dr. Irwin helps us along with this concept by giving us living examples of some whose mistakes reveal what to do and what not to do to be an ... DeRailed by Tim Irwin
Beautiful Mess
On 11/10 Carmen Lester wrote: BEAUTIFUL MESS, by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland I love the title of this book. It summarizes the story of Diamond Rio in 2 words! I found it a little hard to stick with it in the beginning - not sure what to expect with the story of the failed concert. However as the story progressed I realized there ... Beautiful Mess
Green
On 10/20 Carmen Lester wrote: "Green" by Ted Dekker I am conflicted in my review of this book. On the one hand it is a very graphic, fascinating bit of story-telling, but I found myself confused at times - I would have to go back and review the characters at times to figure out what was happening. I had not read the first books ... Green - the end?
Find Your Strongest Life
On 10/5 Carmen Lester wrote: "Find Your Strongest Life" by Marcus Buckingham was a disappointment to me as a mature christian grandmother. He certainly is on the right track of humanistic thinking. If you haven't learned that our purpose in creation is to Worship God and live a life that is pleasing to him - then his advice could ... Find Your Strongest Life
Called to Worship
On 9/17 Carmen Lester wrote: CALLED TO WORSHIP by Vernon M. Whaley Called to Worship is a serious and very complete study of the subject of Worship. Plan to spend some time and absorb this thoughtful treatise on every aspect of Worship. Mr. Whaley takes you on a journey through the entire bible beginning at the "beginning". ..The ... CALLED TO WORSHIP
Fearless
On 9/8 Carmen Lester wrote: FEARLESS by Max Lucado IMAGINE YOUR LIFE WITHOUT FEAR The timing of the publication of this book is proof in itself of a loving God who cares about you and I. He birthed this in Max to be completed at a time when multitudes of people are losing their homes and investments; the threats of terrorism ... Imagine a Life without Fear
Everyday Greatness
On 8/18 Carmen Lester wrote: BOOK REVIEW August, 2009 Everyday Greatness by Stephen R. Covey EVERYDAY GREATNESS is a compilation of articles from READERS DIGEST. The compilation was done by David K. Hatch. Insights and commentaries were contributed by Stephen R. Covey. The insights were very inspirational ... What is Everyday Greatness
The Hole in Our Gospel
On 7/14 Carmen Lester wrote: "The idea behind "The Hole in Our Gospel" is quite simple., It's basically the belief that being a Christian, or follower of Jesus Christ, requirs much more than just having a person and transforming relationship with God. it also entails a public and transforming relationship with the world", states ... The Hole in our Gospel
The Noticer
On 6/12 Carmen Lester wrote: I received a copy of “The Noticer” from Nelson Publishing for review and truly appreciate the opportunity to express my viewpoint. I found it a very quick read. I was puzzled in the beginning as to whether I was reading fact or fiction. You will have to read it for yourself to answer that question. Throughout ... The Noticer