Seasons of Opportunities

Lessons from the Sheepfold Two shepherdesses invite you to laugh, cry, and contemplate as you read the stories of what their sheep have taught them about themselves, others, and God. Between the two of them, Marilyn Bay Wentz and her mother,  Mildred   Nelson   Bay , have seven decades of sheep raising experience. Marilyn and Millie’s stories range from hilarious to thought-provoking, but always entertaining and inspiring. Each of the 45 short chapters includes a vignette

Disclosure: The following post contains a small amount of advertisement. Just in time for the Advent season - 25 very short stories are just right to read one a day. These heartwarming stories set during the holidays in the years between 1906 and today will rekindle the reader's own memories, giving perspective to the present and hope for the future. Each short story is set amidst historic events when people came together and found opportunities to exchange the true gifts of Christmas: kindness, encouragement, forgiveness, peace, hope, belonging, and more.

I received one of the following audiobooks in exchange for my review. The following post contains some publisher advertisement.   Just in time for Christmas Cladach has released three audiobooks. The first one I am featuring is one of my all time favorite

My books are piling up... I love to read, but sometimes am not sure what to do with my books when I am finished. I usually donate my books to our church library, and loan them out to friends, but thought it would be fun to start the year with a book giveaway. I have found at least 5 books that I can include. These books are great! Below you will find a picture of the book and a description. I may add a few more if I find any before this giveaway is up! To enter to win one of these books, 1. Leave me a comment telling me which book you think you would like . If you want extra entries 2. Leave a comment on one of the other posts on my blog. You get one entry per comment. 3. Share with a friend and let me know you shared . I will pick 5 winners. I will match winners with books in the order they are chosen. So you may or may not get your favorite book.   Giveaway will end January 28, 2013 Open to US entries ONLY Thanks! Have fun!  Sc...

The first three books of the Mysterious Ways series followed the adventures of Charlie Smith in the late 1800s, as he came of age, sought - and sometimes fought for - his fortune, and learned who to trust and who not to trust. Now, The Crimson River fast forwards to 21st-Century Denver, with Charlie Smith's descendant as a main character, and with flashbacks to the late 19th Century. The plot involves a hunt for buried treasure based on clues found in Charlie's diary. Beloved characters from the first three books enter the picture again. They struggle against greedy antagonists and their own conflicted motives. The reader is kept guessing with plot twists that provide suspense and intrigue as well as romance and inspiration. You can read an excerpt of this book HERE Buy from Amazon.com or BN.com The author, Donna, says she is "the mother of three grown daughters, the mother-in-law of two wonderful men, and the grandmother of three of the world's sweetest b...

Spending time in this book with Gayle and her dog, Sage, will help you listen more closely to what Creator God may be saying to you through your experience of the world around you. Gayle shares stories of her life with Sage, then draws out principles from the stories and from scriptures that apply to our daily lives. Chapter titles include: Patience, Wisdom, Obedience, Forgiveness, Purity, Friendship, Courage, Loyalty, Confidence, Joy, Compassion, Humility, Mystery, Goodness, Praise, Generosity, Love, Faithful, Respect, Self-Control, Contentment, Gentleness, Kindness, Hope, Peace, Reliable, Trust, Rest, Gratitude, Perseverance. Our Creator has many ways of walking with us and teaching us. He can even use a blind dog named Sage! Very fun and encouraging stories with godly focus. Learning from our pets or the pets of others can be interesting if we are looking for ways to learn. Gayle does a great job sharing her faith through her experiences. You can read this book in a si...

JOURNEYS TO MOTHER LOVE: Nine Women Tell their Stories of Forgiveness & Healing Compiled by Catherine Lawton Mother love is a beautiful thing. But giving and receiving mother love doesn't always come easy. So many obstacles can get in the way. What do we do, then, with mother wounds and losses, and the unmet needs we carry? These nine women - mothers and daughters of all ages - share how they, with Christ's help, overcame hurts and conflicts, experienced relational healing, and found new freedom to give and receive love. Women with broken places in their relationships with mother or child can begin their own healing journey as they read. My opinion: I enjoyed reading the stories in this book and having a look into the lives and situations of the authors. Very touching, encouraging and uplifting. Visit the Journeys to Mother Love BLOG to read posts by the contributors, share the story of your personal journey, and find helps for healing in mother/daughter ...

Being a grandparent of nine grandchildren, I know how challenging it can be to influence them for Christ and be a godly role model in their lives. Having two younger children of my own also make grandparenting a bit more complicated, but my hearts desire is to see these young boys and girls get to know Jesus. In honor of Grandparent’s Day, Cladach Publishing is offering a 100% off sale on the just-published Amazon Kindle version of The Godly Grandparent: Living Faithfully and Influencing Your Grandchildren for Christ by Dennis Ellingson from Saturday thru Monday (Sept. 8-10). Download your free copy today at Amazon.com/Kindle !       Even if you can’t see your grandchildren every day, there are ways you, too, can be a role model. It is the premise of The Godly Grandparent by Dennis Ellingson that you can be an example of godliness to your family and be a positive influence on your grandchildren today. Dennis presents specific examples from the Bible as well as tel...