"Stumbling Into Grace" by Lisa Harper - Book Review

In a world of so many people who act fake, it was a like a breath of fresh air when I found Lisa Harper. Lisa is one of the most authentic Christian authors I've read in a long while. Lisa never tries to hide her past or embarrassing moments, but uses them to encourage, teach and provide a little humor for you along the way. It's nice to know I'm not the only one who makes a fool of myself on a regular basis.

Source: http://lisaharper.net

Stumbling Into Grace focuses on three main topics: Real Life, Real Gifts and Real Growth. Lisa turns her stories of embarrassments or hurts into a teaching moment by taking scripture and applying truths to them. There are moments you will find yourself laughing out loud at stories and at other times overcome with emotion over the real and hurtful parts of life. One of the funniest moments and my favorite chapter in the book by far, is chapter eight titled The Bride Who Tripped Down the Aisle. She starts every chapter off with "So, today I've been thinking about..." This chapter in particular starts of with "So, today I've been thinking about the gift of good humor." Humor does ensue. Oh, how I wish I could share this chapter with you. I was reading this chapter late at night while my husband slept across the room. It took everything in me to keep my laughter under control and at a low volume. If you're looking for a lighthearted and honest look at life as a woman and was to turn those in to a focus on God, then I highly suggest checking out Lisa Harper's Stumbling Into Grace. You won't regret it.

Stumbling Into Grace: Confessions of a Sometims Spiritually Clumsy Woman

One quick note. This book is a devotional or group book. I wasn't expecting that when I received it, but regardless, it can be read as a book, devotional or group book. Don't let that be the excuse for not checking it out.

Have you read this book? I'd love to hear your favorite part!


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MY FIRST GIVEAWAY! The Canary List by Sigmund Brouwer

Hey all...I'm so excited. I've been given an extra copy of The Canary List to giveaway. You looking for a little mystery in your life, then you may just want to vie for you chance at a copy.

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One entry per person. Up to for four entries total. Winner will be chosen at random by random.org on August 29th.

Good Luck!

CONTEST HAS ENDED

All Crockett Grey wants to do is spend the anniversary of the death of his daughter drowning himself in his sorrows. Outside his house a girl is struggling with a darkness that seems to follow her where ever she goes. One of the few people she can trust isn't answering her phone calls, and she's scared. As the evening unfolds the darkness has her scrambling to doorstep of her teacher's home. She's always been able to trust him. As Crockett opens his door to find Jaime, he has no clue how this night is going to change his life. He soon finds himself in jail, beaten, and uncovering secrets that have been hidden by the Vatican for centuries.


The Canary List by Sigmund Brouwer (Chapter 1)

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.

The Canary List by Sigmund Brouwer - BOOK REVIEW

All Crockett Grey wants to do is spend the anniversary of the death of his daughter drowning himself in his sorrows. Outside his house a girl is struggling with a darkness that seems to follow her where ever she goes. One of the few people she can trust isn't answering her phone calls, and she's scared. As the evening unfolds the darkness has her scrambling to doorstep of her teacher's home. She's always been able to trust him. As Crockett opens his door to find Jaime, he has no clue how this night is going to change his life. He soon finds himself in jail, beaten, and uncovering secrets that have been hidden by the Vatican for centuries.


The Canary List by Sigmund Brouwer (Chapter 1)

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.

10 Pounds

Yeah, that's exactly how many pounds of blueberries we came home with from blueberry picking. I've been so excited all week to sit down and write this post.

This past weekend we went up to Michigan to visit my grandparents. We always love going there, not only for the their company, but for the pure beauty of the area that they live in. We were so bummed learning the night before we were supposed to head out that there was an 80 percent chance of rain, pretty much the entire time we were going to be visiting. Regardless, we were going. Their company was enough to entice me. 

On the way there, our child lifesaver broke. By lifesaver, I mean DVD player. And by broke, I mean works for minutes at time. R.I.P., you have been good to us. Toddlers and long distances don't usually mix well. We recovered and so did he. My little man was an angel (just like he's always telling my man..."Daddy, you look like an angel!"). Why don't I look like an angel? Ah hem....anyway, we made it. 

Once arriving, he was out the car and into the toys. I think every child has a GPS that tells them exactly where all toys make their homes. He knew right where to go and didn't plan on leaving anytime soon. About that time, their was a break in the rain...and it was gorgeous! Sunny with those fluffy clouds...GORGEOUS! After much asking and peeling we got away from the toys and to the Blueberry patch? place? I'm not sure if that's what they're called, but that's where went. Our family, virgin blueberry pickers. I was so excited! Little man....not so much. His mind was on the toys back at the house.

Once out in the rows, with our buckets tied around our waists, he was getting in the mood. He realized he could eat these things hanging on the trees....and they tasted good! That's all it took and the toys were completely erased from his mind. This speaks volumes of my picky eater.

Little Man and his Great Grandma

My Man and Little Man

The trees were overflowing with blueberries....I think it took us all of thirty minutes to pick them. I think it only took that long because I was talking and picking. I'm not always the best at focusing on one task. But the task was done and we were reaping our reward in blueberries.

We spent the rest of the weekend enjoying the company of the wise and enjoying a few laughs. They have some of the best stories.

My Grandmother is an artist. One of my favorite things about visiting her is seeing what new things she has painted. God has blessed her was some serious talent.




P.S. My BFF...you know Best Friend Forver! Just had her first baby! It's a precious little lady by the name of Hadley. Congrats Stacy and Justin, we couldn't be more excited for you!