Review: “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald
How does faith mesh with the American Dream? Time to talk about glamour, green lights, and The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald!
Confidence to Speak: Peter in Acts
We saw how Peter’s rash nature changed after Jesus’ resurrection. After looking at Acts, I noticed that Peter’s redemption gave him confidence to speak.
Review: “The Outsiders” by S.E. Hinton
The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton remains one of the most popular books for young adults. I reread The Outsiders to see how the values jive with faith.
2 Peter 3: Encouragement During Stress
Peter recognized the struggles we face in this broken world and gives some wise advice. Let’s turn to 2 Peter 3 for some encouragement during stress.
Review: “Butterfly Kisses” by Bob and Brooke Carlisle
In honor of his birthday week, I wanted to review my dad’s and my special book, Butterfly Kisses by Bob and Brooke Carlisle.
Peter’s Response to Jesus’ Resurrection
Jesus gave Peter the opportunity to repent after His resurrection. Let’s look at Peter’s response to Jesus’ resurrection.
Review: “This Book Is Gray” by Lindsay Ward
I hoped Lindsay Ward’s book would be just as an entertaining as the Crayon books. How does This Book Is Gray stack up in this colorful genre?
Passover Prophecy: Peter’s Denial
As we approach a rather unusual Easter Sunday, I keep thinking of the disciple Peter. Let’s look at Jesus’ Passover prophecy of Peter’s Denial.
Review: “A Year Down Yonder” by Richard Peck
In researching middle grade books for writing inspiration, I had to reread A Year Down Yonder by Richard Peck. The book made me laugh until I cried.
Power-Hungry Sons: Gideon and David
The story of Gideon’s son Abimelech struck me as similar to the later story of David’s son Absalom. Let’s compare the stories of the power-hungry sons.