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White Bird Review and Amazon Giveaway

From the world of Wonder, which sparked a movement to “choose kind,” comes the inspirational next chapter: WHITE BIRD. Struggling to fit in at his new school after being expelled for his treatment of Auggie Pullman, Julian (Bryce Gheisar) is visited by his grandmother (Helen Mirren) and is transformed by the compassionate and heroic story of her attempts to escape Nazi-occupied France during WWII. From the director of Finding Neverland, WHITE BIRD reminds us to be brave and choose kind.

White Bird is available in theaters starting October 4th! Get your tickets today! You can find tickets Here or Here.

Many thanks to Kingdom Faith Marketing Services for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own. I got to see a pre-screener copy and this is such a great movie on a tough topic. You forget many things in life. But you never forget kindness. WHITE BIRD is a deeply moving comingof-age story and testament to the courage it takes to extend kindness and love during the harshest of times. Definitely worth seeing!

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Rebel Review

One of Nashville’s most inspiring young trailblazers, Anne Wilson is a revolution in modern music. The Lexington, Ky. native, known for her transcendent vocal and down-to-earth storytelling, recently released REBEL, fusing the heart of Contemporary Christian Music with the sound of Country. A bold musical statement with an even bolder message of faith, REBEL features her hopeful, healing debut Country single “Rain In The Rearview” as well as chart-topping Christian radio ballad “Strong.” The genre-bending album follows her GRAMMY-nominated 2022 debut My Jesus, with the title track becoming a PLATINUM-certified No. 1 hit on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart. Since then, Wilson has tallied over 900M global streams, made her Grand Ole Opry debut and wrapped her entirely sold-out headlining My Jesus Tour. Already named a Spotify Hot Country Artist to Watch, one of CMT’s Next Women of Country and a 2024 Opry NextStage Artist, she has made high-profile appearances on TODAY and ACM Honors, while earning her first-ever CMT Music Awards nomination, as well as a Billboard Music Award. Unapologetically real, Wilson approaches her craft with a purpose and conviction that sets her apart, declaring, “I am who I am — I’m Anne Wilson. I love God and that’s my everything, but I love Country music, too, and I can have a beautiful mix of both.”

I am receiving a signed copy of Anne Wilson’s REBEL album in exchange for my reivew! I love Country Music, and I am loving Anne Wilson’s REBEL album! It combines a genre that I love with my faith and it’s so much fun! There isn’t a song on this album that I don’t like. They’re all amazing. This is an album that I can listen to over and over without getting tired of it! And I think other people agree with me.

According to Holler – “Anne Wilson is a genre-blender in the truest, most artistically satisfying meaning of the word.”

Stream REBEL here and check out these REBEL on the charts numbers!

● No. 1 Billboard Top Christian Album
● No. 1 Top Albums – Capitol Music Group
● No. 2 Current Country Albums
● No. 3 Current Digital Albums
● No. 3 Digital Albums
● No. 6 Internet Albums
● No. 8 Current Album Sales
● No. 8 Record Label UNI Albums
● No. 10 Billboard Top Country Album
● No. 10 Top Albums w/ TEA
● No. 10 Billboard Top Album Sales
● No. 59 Billboard 200

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REBEL Album Track List:

  1. “REBEL” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  2. “Rain In The Rearview” (Anne Wilson, Matthew West, Zach Kale, Jaren Johnston)
  3. “Strong” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  4. God & Country” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Trannie Anderson)
  5. “Praying Woman” (with Lainey Wilson) (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lainey Wilson, Trannie Anderson)
  6. “Songs About Whiskey” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lauren Hungate)
  7. “Sinner’s Prayer” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lauren Hungate)
  8. “The Cross” (with Chris Tomlin) (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Jonathan Smith)
  9. “My Father’s Daughter” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Emily Weisband)
  10. “Red Flag” (Anne Wilson, Jonathan Smith, Casey Beathard)
  11. “Country Gold” (with Jordan Davis) (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  12. “Southern Gospel” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lauren Hungate)
  13. “Dirt Roads In Heaven” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Nicolle Galyon, Matthew West)
  14. “3:16” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  15. “Milestones” (Anne Wilson, Nicolle Galyon, Lauren Hungate)
  16. “Out of the Bluegrass” (Anne Wilson, Nicolle Galyon, Emily Weisband)

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Action Bible Review and Giveaway

I am loving this new Action Bible: Faith in Action Edition! Order your copy of the The Action Bible: Faith in Action Edition today!

This is an updated version of The Action Bible that has helped millions of kids engage in God’s Word throughout the world. The Faith in Action Edition is an enhanced version of the bestselling Expanded Edition. And when they say “in action” they mean that it’s really cool!

Vivid illustrations and short impactful stories help connect Gen Zs and Gen Alphas to God’s Word. Stories are in chronological order to better help kids understand God’s redemptive story. The Faith in Action Edition is about helping kids Engage in God’s Word, Grow in God’s Word, and Live God’s Word.

Spiritual Growth Resources include over 200 devotionals, prayers, character stories,
teaching videos, timelines, maps, and Bible facts.Kids and parents can access digital resources by scanning QR codes throughout the Bible. We love the QR codes!

Major themes of the Bible are highlighted throughout with icons that help kids personalize their faith and live God’s Word. Themes of the Bible are based on David C
Cook’s tested Bible study curriculum for kids and include: Courage, Faith, Hope,
Love, Service, Trust, and Wisdom. The Faith In Action Edition is the most complete interactive Bible for kids and teens.

My kids love the great pictures and are especially excited about the QR codes! My 6yr old has claimed the bible and his older brother feigned disinterest, but every evening when I’m reading it to my little one his older brother has to join us.

And the QR codes are so cool! There’s a code for each story which takes you to a site with more scripture, questions, and a little devotion. My boys love this as well and we have fun answering the questions and finding out more about the stories. I love how excited they are to read each night.

To get your own copy, you can go directly to theWebsite or you can find it on Amazon.

And, I have 1 copy to giveaway! Enter below for your chance to win a copy of this new Action Bible!

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Many thanks to David C Cook for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

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CSB Life Counsel Bible Review

Many thanks to Lifeway Christian Resources for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

Whatever you’re facing, the Bible has something to say. The CSB Life Counsel Bible contains articles from leading biblical counselors that will give YOU the tools you need to take action and FIND HOPE through all of life’s storms.

Featuring over 150 articles on topics related to marriage, parenting, relationships, mental health, and so many more- this Bible is like having a complete biblical counseling toolkit in one resource! Check out www.lifecounselbible.com for a full list of topics and order yours today!

The CSB Life Counsel Bible features the highly readable, highly reliable text of the Christian Standard Bible. The CSB captures the Bible’s original meaning without sacrificing clarity, making it easier to engage with Scripture’s life-transforming message and to share it with others.

Have you ever felt stressed, or been anxious, or experienced grief? Have you ever wanted to know how to help a loved one through addiction, or marital conflict, or parenting challenges? I’m really excited to share with you an amazing new biblical counseling resource created in partnership with Holman Bibles and New Growth Press.

The Life Counsel Bible provides practical wisdom for all, equipping readers with biblical truth and counsel on a wide range of topics and tough life issues. With over 150+ articles this Bible is full of useful tools and resources for life application and discipleship. It’s great for couples, parents, ministry leaders, and anyone who has ever struggled with tough life issues (yep, that’s all of us!). Check out lifecounselbible.com today to see a full list of articles and order your copy today!

LIFE COUNSEL BIBLE PRODUCT FEATURES:

  • More than 150 full-length articles from respected Christian counselors and scholars on topics like anxiety, depression, abuse, sexuality, marriage and divorce, parenting struggles, finances (full list available at lifecounselbible.com)
  • Callout quotes placed near each article provide truth, hope, and encouragement to apply to life
  • Over 100-word studies focusing on key words applicable to personal healing, growth, and counsel
  • Book introductions including “Circumstances of Writing,” “Structure,” “Contribution to the Bible,” and a special “Truth for Healing” section with an overview of key truths related to healing from each book of the Bible
  • Wide margins for notetaking and journaling
  • Robust page-end cross-reference system with over 25,000 cross-references connecting Scripture from Genesis to Revelation
  • Easy-to-read 9.5-point type size
  • Presentation page for gift-giving (this makes a great wedding/parenting gift!

Giveaway time! One lucky reader will win a $10 Amazon Giftcard, courtesy of Lifeway Christian Resources. Enter below to win!

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Old Testament Handbook Review

Many thanks to Lifeway Christian Resources for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

This Handbook makes for the perfect Christmas gift! Order your copy today!

Immerse yourself in the Old Testament Handbook, an elegant, full-color Bible handbook that includes robust summary content, charts, maps, word studies, illustrations, and more for every Old Testament book of the Bible. Constructed with high quality cloth cover materials and a sewn binding, the Old Testament Handbook is designed to last a lifetime as a valuable companion resource for Bible study, teaching, and ongoing discipleship.

Discover your companion for deeper study and display. With a handbook rich in both study and physical materials, navigate the mysteries of Old Testament narratives as you ask questions and grow in your knowledge of God’s faithfulness.

The Old Testament Handbook features the highly readable, highly reliable text of the Christian Standard Bible. The CSB captures the Bible’s original meaning without sacrificing clarity, making it easier to engage with Scripture’s life-transforming message and to share it with others.

Not only is The Old Testament Handbook full of informative and helpful study aid, it’s also a beautiful book with:

  • High-quality, foil-stamped cloth cover materials and Smyth-sewn binding meant to last a lifetime
  • Elegant full-color interior design, including maps, charts, illustrations, and other visual helps for every book of the Old Testament
  • More than 75 in-depth word studies of key words found in each Old Testament book
  • Ribbon marker for easy referencing between pages during study, teaching, or sharing

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Summer Recipes

Terra Delyssa

I love summer! I love the water sports, the outside time, and the food! So, I was super excited to try out some olive oils from Terra Delyssa. I use a lot of olive oil in the summer because it’s perfect for grilling and cooking.

Terra Delyssa’s olives are grown in Tunisia and then are cold pressed for a terrific quality extra virgin olive oil.

I am really enjoying all the infused olive oils that they sent me. It’s nice to be able to add a little extra flavor to my dishes.

The first one I tried out was the red pepper. I cooked it with some pasta, red bell peppers, bacon crumbles, habanero peppers, and parmesan cheese. It was delicious and made a great quick summer afternoon lunch!

Corico

And, what yells summer more than cold treats? I love olives! So I was excited to try out this new Olive Boat from Corico.

This is awesome for a summer dinner party. You just drop the olive pits in the center and the plate looks nice a clean all evening. It’s amazing!

It’s also great for those private snacking sessions when I just want something cold and I want to stay away from sweet foods like ice cream. This is perfect and makes it more fun to eat healthy snacks!

 

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Advent Calendars

I think for me, one of the things I love about the advent season is the Advent Calendars. Each night we gather as a family for devotions and to open our advent calendars together.

It’s fun, because receiving a gift every night for a month is fun. But more importantly, it’s great family time. Everyone is eager to get together and see what each night will bring.

My boys are just the right age for Legos! This year One had a Guardians of the Galaxy and the other had a Star Wars. I learned very early on not to get anyone the same advent calendar, especially when it comes to the lego ones! They love building (or having me build) their little item each night and they have so much fun playing with the legos throughout the month and early into the next year. It’s the gift that keeps going!

For girls, one of my favorites is Ipsy. I love getting their products throughout the year and their Advent Calendar is amazing!

I also tried the Fab Fit Fun advent calendar this year and discovered that it’s only 12 days and not 24. It did have some awesome stuff in it though. So, depending on what you’re looking for, it’s pretty great!

Because both of these are available through a box/discount group, the value for what I pay is terrific!

To go with my advent calendars, I received a couple of tasty beverages to review. This first one is some delicious Sumatra coffee from Indonesia. It’s organic and fair trade, which is terrific!

This coffee from Pure Origin is delicious! And I always feel good about drinking a fair trade coffee. Not only do they taste amazing, I’m doing something good for my community at the same time.

My kids love tea! Actually I love tea too. This Boost Tea from Red Pantz is super delicious but not that great for bedtime – whoops! My kids liked it too but we did have to make it a morning tea just so everyone can sleep at night!

We love including some tea or other hot beverages with our advent calendars and just kind of extend our family time together until everyone has opened their calendars and drunk their warm winter beverage.

 

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CSB Explorer Bible Review & Giveaway

Many thanks to Lifeway Christian Resources for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

Introducing the new CSB Explorer Bible for Kids! With fun facts, timelines, photography, and more. Kids will see the Bible as real, exciting, and life-changing. QR codes even bring engaging videos, discussion questions, and activity pages to life! Available in hardcover and leathertouch editions.

I received a cardcover copy to review. I’m loving the bright pictures and fun illustrations. It makes it so much easier for my kids to read the Bible when it’s at a reading level they can handle and when it looks so fun! Some of the awesome features of this Bible include:

  • The engaging QR codes helps kids place God’s Word in the middle of God’s
    World.
  • Engaging features, easy-to-read 8.5 pt text, and full-color design connect with kids’ natural curiosity and help them experience the wonder and truth of the Bible.
  • From the two tables of content — one in order and one sorted alphabetically — to the topical concordance and index of Bible stories, each detail is designed to give kids the tools to find their way around God’s Word.
  • The CSB Explorer Bible for Kids invites young readers to investigate both the world and words of Scripture, including the history of real people and their cultures.
  • Alongside the CSB text, special features help readers understand the central message within each book and discover how all books of the Bible fit together.

Get 50% off your CSB Explorer Bible TODAY by using the code EXPLORERGIFT50. Valid for 50% off retail price for up to 1 copy of the CSB Explorer Bible for Kids. This is only available at LIFEWAY.COM. VALID THROUGH 12/31/22, CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER, LIMIT 1 COUPON PER PERSON.

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Abide Bible Review & Giveaway

Many thanks to Thomas Nelson Bibles for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

I received this beautiful Bible to review. I had challenged my kids to read through the Bible in 2023 (they get to pick their version as I have a lot of different reading levels in my house) and my teen snapped this Bible up as soon as it arrived.

She loves that it has space on the side for her to doodle and write notes. And she loves the soft cover on this Bible. And honestly, I think she’s super excited about having a new Bible for her reading through the Bible challenge this year!

Features include:

  • Bible book introductions provide a concise overview of the background
    and historical context of the book about to be read
  • 365 Day Bible Reading Plan guiding you through the entire Bible in a year
  • Line-matched, single-column Scripture text for improved readability
  • Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk
  • Two satin ribbon markers allows you to easily navigate and keep track of
    where you were reading
  • Easy-to-read 9-point NET Comfort Print

Wanting some inspiration for what to read? Check out The Abide Experience: 21 Days in John, a FREE Video Devotion featuring Dr. Phil Collins, general editor of the Abide Bible, a Bible designed around five methods of Scripture Engagement that will change the way you read Scripture.

The Abide Experience is FREE and includes 21 Video devotions delivered by email and a full download of the book of John from The Abide Bible!

Transform your personal Bible devotions into intimate, ongoing conversations with God with various Scripture engagement approaches that keep Bible reading fresh and new. “Abide in Me.” John 15:4 Do you yearn for life-giving, intimate communion with God? The Abide Bible is designed to help you experience the peace, hope, and growth that comes from encountering the voice and presence of God in Scripture. Every feature in Abide is designed to teach and develop Scripture-engagement habits that help you know the power and spiritual nourishment of abiding in Christ.

And, for ongoing motivation, created in partnership with Bible Gateway and the Taylor University Center for Scripture Engagement, The Abide Bible’s features include articles, book introductions, and practical Scripture engagement prompts based on five ways of engaging deeply with the Bible such as:

  • Praying Scripture: Pattern your prayers after biblical texts, personalizing the
    prayer and gaining language for the thoughts and emotions you want to express.
  • Picture It: Place yourself in a biblical narrative as a bystander or participant in
    important events.
  • Journaling: Focus and reflect on Scripture and its meaning for your life, opening yourself to God’s voice as you ponder.
  • Engage Through Art: Consider a classic piece of art—photograph, sculpture,
    painting—and let it deepen your meditations on scriptural truths.
  • Contemplate: Follow the church’s longstanding practice of reading, meditating on, praying, and contemplating a passage of Scripture in order to experience God’s presence through the words of the Bible.

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Christmas Gift List

As the holidays come on us fast this year, I’m finally finding my teen more fun to shop for. We’re past the toys and on to cool teen items like water bottles and socks.

But seriously, shopping for teens is fun, you just have to think outside the box!


My Bevi

I am loving this cup from MyBevi! It is a terrific tumbler! With a slide top and great insulation. I’ve tried hot drinks and cold drinks and both are terrific!

We’ve taken it boating, to school, and pretty much everywhere we can think of. My teen LOVES personalizing her tumblers, so once I got pictures and tested it out I let her have at the decorating.

I don’t know about you, but my teen is hard to shop for this year! And this cute tumbler is amazing and perfect for a teen who’s on the go.

Love Sock Company

I am loving these socks from Love Sock Company! They have so many fun and cute sock designs and several different sock styles to choose from.

These are perfect stocking stuffers for everyone on your holiday shopping list this year!

I had to grab this pic really quick before my girls ran off with the socks, they’re loving them.