I have read this 4-5 times. Each time I have enjoyed it.
I enjoy the simple writing style of the Yorgason brothers.
I know this has had some Internet nay sayers saying that this is not based on any true story. I don't know or care.
This is a story about a group of friends trying to find the true Church based on items they found in the Bible.
I recommend this book and the study of the list of "points" at the back.
My goal is to make time to read. This is the results of that goal. Starting in 2011 to now.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Kingdom Keepers 1: Disney after Dark
I had this on my epub disc of books. As I started to read it I found it somewhat simple and flat. I then found out it is for ages 9-12. Still not a reason to have it be simple in plot I think.
But, I enjoyed this book. Just the idea that after the parks close that the characters are alive in Disney World is wonderful. (Especially to the mind of a 11 year old Disney fan I think)
The idea that bad characters are bad etc is great.
I plan on reading the rest of the series.
But, I enjoyed this book. Just the idea that after the parks close that the characters are alive in Disney World is wonderful. (Especially to the mind of a 11 year old Disney fan I think)
The idea that bad characters are bad etc is great.
I plan on reading the rest of the series.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
John's Story:The Last Eyewitness
I was not sure what to expect from this book. I have read the entire left behind set of books and enjoyed them. I do not agree with all the details but it is still a good read.
This book, I thought, was to be a novel on the life of John the apostle.
It did part of that taking place when John is in his 90's.
I found the parts of a struggling Church and how apostasy was creeping in very interesting.
What I did not enjoy as much was that 50% of the book seemed word for word from the New Testament.
It never hurts to read scripture but i had expected more.
He has 3 more books in this set covering Matthew, Mark and Luke. I have them all on CD so will give them a listen but not too quickly I think.
This book, I thought, was to be a novel on the life of John the apostle.
It did part of that taking place when John is in his 90's.
I found the parts of a struggling Church and how apostasy was creeping in very interesting.
What I did not enjoy as much was that 50% of the book seemed word for word from the New Testament.
It never hurts to read scripture but i had expected more.
He has 3 more books in this set covering Matthew, Mark and Luke. I have them all on CD so will give them a listen but not too quickly I think.
Walking on Water
I loved this book! I have listened to all the talks I could get my hands on from this author. This book is basically a group of his talks in written format.
Brother Wilcox has a great way of applying the scriptures to our lives.
This is a must read in my opinion.
Brother Wilcox has a great way of applying the scriptures to our lives.
This is a must read in my opinion.
Monday, July 25, 2011
The Postman
Not sure what I expected when I started this book. I had seen the movie and somewhat enjoyed the plot of it.
This book is different from the movie.
The plot was good, the characters I found that I cared for.
The author did some fore shadowing that really bothered me until the end when it was explained and then it made sense.
When I read a book about life after the end of the world has come I put it in 2 different spots.
1. it is fantasy and full of imagination or
2. it is sort of real life and how would I fit in.
This book was more of #2. Although the whole genetic engineering made me want to skim over parts.
Over all a good use of my time in reading it.
This book is different from the movie.
The plot was good, the characters I found that I cared for.
The author did some fore shadowing that really bothered me until the end when it was explained and then it made sense.
When I read a book about life after the end of the world has come I put it in 2 different spots.
1. it is fantasy and full of imagination or
2. it is sort of real life and how would I fit in.
This book was more of #2. Although the whole genetic engineering made me want to skim over parts.
Over all a good use of my time in reading it.
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Behold the Man
I was slightly disappointed in this book. I have read the other 2 in the trilogy as well as the authors massive Church History novels.
I found myself not caring about the characterers as much.
At times it sounded rushed yet boring. I enjoyed the personal insight into Christs day to day dealings and how the author had written some of the miracles...raising of Lazarus as an example. But then fond my attention wandering as we had to go into the characters holding hands and their simple dialogue.
I do not know if he was rushed to get this done or tired of the characters but it was not as good as the other 2 books in my opinion.
But if you have read the other 2 you need to finish out the story and read this one.
I found myself not caring about the characterers as much.
At times it sounded rushed yet boring. I enjoyed the personal insight into Christs day to day dealings and how the author had written some of the miracles...raising of Lazarus as an example. But then fond my attention wandering as we had to go into the characters holding hands and their simple dialogue.
I do not know if he was rushed to get this done or tired of the characters but it was not as good as the other 2 books in my opinion.
But if you have read the other 2 you need to finish out the story and read this one.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Magic Kingdom For Sale: Sold
This is my 3rd or 4th time through this one. I enjoy it every time.
I know that Terry Brooks has been accused of formula writing and in a way this is true, this book is a new type of that formula.
I feel it is one of the best written books in the category of Earth man goes into another world full of magic and such.
I did this time with the audio book and found it a great addition.
The actor did the voices so well and I found myself smiling as I walked through the store, or drove the car.
That is one thing this book has...humor.
A great read
I know that Terry Brooks has been accused of formula writing and in a way this is true, this book is a new type of that formula.
I feel it is one of the best written books in the category of Earth man goes into another world full of magic and such.
I did this time with the audio book and found it a great addition.
The actor did the voices so well and I found myself smiling as I walked through the store, or drove the car.
That is one thing this book has...humor.
A great read
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