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High Marks for Made In The Image of God by Reid A. Ashbaucher

Title: Made in the Image of God
Author: Reid A. Ashbaucher
ISBN # 978-1-936076-78-9
Review Date: September 8, 2011
Reviewed by: Christian Book Reviews
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Author Reid A. Ashbaucher, states in his book Made in the Image of God, “…the purpose of this book-to help define and reveal, in a new light, the concept of a triune God and his image imbedded, by design, in mankind.” (p.66) Thus this is the essence of this book, to understand God, his design and the nature of things. The author challenges the reader to dig deeper into the scriptures to find knowledge of Him who created mankind.

To know God is to seek Him, have faith in Him and who He is. To gain a deeper revelation and understanding of Him is to acquire knowledge with understanding of who He is and who we are as humans. This book offers just that. Come gain a deeper understanding of the Word of God, who God is as the Creator of the Universe and who we are as we relate to him in an ever changing world.

This book offers a wealth of information from a man that has studied the Word of God and holds many theological degrees. Based on nothing but the Holy Scriptures, this book offers at times technical scientific ways as to understanding who God is, His Nature and Personhood. How do we relate to God who is Spirit, whom we cannot see, but yet believe is the Creator of the Universe and the giver of life? This book answers many of those questions.

Join the author as he invites you to embark on a journey that gives undeniable scriptural evidence that God is the Creator of the Universe by design thereby vividly giving biblical evidence and support in opposition to any forms of evolution, atheism, Gnosticism, Pantheism and Humanism. Each chapter builds upon each other that will lead the reader into a deeper knowledge of God.

Shedding light throughout this book, the author, answers many questions you may have about Christianity and God. Such as the question of who Jesus Christ was and how He was God incarnate upon the earth, sent to die for all the sins of the world. Or perhaps, you are wondering how a human is a spirit, soul and body. This intriguing and scriptural study will leave an indelible imprint on your soul and cause a greater appreciation of who God is and cause a deeper love of Him to grow, being the giver of salvation and the lover of our souls.

A highly recommend study for the person engaging in any biblical study in theology or for anyone desiring a deeper understanding and knowledge of God, His Nature, The nature of mankind and how we relate to God physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Systematic, concise and well written, this book offers answers to your many questions that man has as to how we as humans, living in a physical world, can relate to a supernatural, ever present and all powerful God. And how by “design”, we as humans are ‘made in the image of God’.

Made in the Image of God by Reid A. Ashbaucher

Highly Recommended
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Santa’s Birthday Gift is an attempt to include Santa in the meaning of Christmas. (After I read a story of the nativity to my young granddaughter, she looked at me and asked “But where’s Santa?”) The editor who critiqued this book wrote: “What a cute story! I know there are many stories about how Santa came into the picture, but this is a delightful idea behind the gifts at Christmas.” The story is best for ages 3-10, to be read to children who still believe in Santa! This book received a 2011 National Indie Excellence Finalist Award, and is a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist. ~ Sherrill Cannon

Other books by Sherrill S. Cannon include:

Peter and the Whimper-Whineys (2010) is designed to help parents cope with whining and complaining children. The book is a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Sherrill's third book was released in February of 2011, The Magic Word. The book has received a NABE Pinnacle Achievement Award for summer 2011, a Global eBook Finalist Award, and is also a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Visit Sherrill Cannon at Sherrill S. Cannon's Website and Blog or at Sherrill Cannon's Amazon page

Sherrill S. Cannon, Author of Santa's Birthday Gift

From Award Winning Author Sherrill S. Cannon comes Santa's Birthday Gift ~ A Delightful Children's Story

Sherrill S. Cannon is the author of multiple books. Santa's Birthday Gift (2009) was written for ages 3-10 and received the 2011 National Indie Finalist Award and is a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Peter and The Whimper-Whineys (2010) is designed to help parents cope with whining and complaining children. The book is a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Sherrill's third book was released in February of 2011, The Magic Word. The book has received a NABE Pinnacle Achievement Award for summer 2011, a Global eBook Award nomination, as well as being a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Sherrill grew up in the Willard Hotel in Washington DC (her Father was the manager), she was married and lived in Northern Virginia for twenty years where she and her husband raised four children. She later moved to the Philadelphia PA suburbs where she has lived for fourteen years.

To find out more about Author Sherrill S. Cannon, Santa's Birthday Gift, Peter and The Whimper-Whineys and The Magic Word visit Sherrill S. Cannon's website.

Author LoRee Peery's Rainn On My Parade

After firefighter Rainn Harris rescues Geneva Carson from being stuck in a tree, she feels she owes him. Helping to care for his autistic niece comes easy, but her attraction to Rainn is a different story. Being drawn to a man twelve years her junior metes internal havoc as Geneva attempts to balance responsibility and personal fulfillment. And the prospect of becoming a middle-aged mom to a special-needs child sends Geneva into a tailspin of conflicting emotions.

As the custodial parent for his young niece, Rainn is determined to be a better parent than his absentee sister. When Geneva agrees to help care for Mia, Rainn is overjoyed. He admires Geneva’s compassion and enthusiasm for life, and expects she’ll be a positive influence on Mia. What he doesn’t expect is to fall in love with the beautiful and vital woman. But Geneva’s hung up on their age difference, and he must convince her of his sincerity before they will ever have a chance at happiness together.

As tension threatens to pull them apart, both must learn to rely on the Lord to direct their futures—whether that means two lives joined or paths in opposite directions.

Visit Author LoRee Peery at her author's website for further information on Rainn On My Parade.

Yvonne Pat Wright, Author Of From Spice to Eternity

Discovering the main Ingredient to life
to a life of fulfillment and purpose ...

Yvonne Pat Wright is a young-at-heart grandmother who was born in Jamaica. She spent the first twenty years of her life there, married and had her two daughters before migrating to the United Kingdom in the 1960s. There she attended Tottenham College and earned her Certificate in Business Studies.

After 25 years she returned to her native Jamaica. She worked in Advertising, writing News Releases. She joined the staff at the then Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation, and for a time was in charge of Radio and Television. She’s appeared on both Radio and Television, writing the scripts for her programmes.

A devout Christian, her life in church has seen her publishing a church magazine, writing lesson studies to teach in church school, and latterly, training as a Lay Preacher in the Seventh Day Adventist church. As a Bible Worker, she conducts Bible Studies with persons wishing to learn more and join the church.
She returned to live in the United Kingdom in 2006. She fulfilled her desire to write by taking a course in Creative Writing. From Spice to Eternity is her first book, and she has plans to follow this up with a sophomore book.

I'll never forget the trouble, the utter lostness, the taste of ashes, the poison I've swallowed. I remember it all oh, how well I remember the feeling of hitting the bottom.But there's one other thing I remember, and remembering, I keep a grip on hope:God's loyal love couldn't have run out, his merciful love couldn't have dried up.They're created new every morning. How great your faithfulness!I'm sticking with God (I say it over and over). He's all I've got left. - Lamentations 3 verse 19 -24

From Spice to Eternity available on Amazon, or you can visit Author Yvonne Pat Wright at her author's website where you will find more information about From Spice to Eternity .

Author Marcia Lee Laycock

When 21-year-old Alex sees an outboard beach just below his isolated Yukon cabin, he’s apprehensive. But little does he know how the appearance of lawyer George Bronsky from Seattle will change his life. Against better judgment he leaves with George and is soon facing not only his old demons but discovering new ones. He’s quickly on the lam again.

And so in One Smooth Stone, a debut novel by Canadian author Marcia Lee Laycock, we have the tale of a young man fleeing from his past only to encounter Someone who keeps dogging his steps at every turn.

Laycock’s plot is twisty and fast-paced with trouble heaped upon trouble. Major characters Alex and Kenni are complex and sympathetic, minors Bill and Ruby brilliant in their blackness. Laycock’s own experience of living in the north shows through in her plausible portrayal of Yukon life with its coterie of colorful people. The isolation sets off the rugged players and fits this somber story well.

For a somber tale it is, dealing with abuse (physical and sexual), abortion, family – and lack of it – anger, revenge and, finally, forgiveness and a new beginning. The book is boldly Christian in its answers and the reader is left with an aftertaste of hope.

~ One Smooth Stone would make a perfect Christmas stocking stuffer and a lively winter companion. Reviewed by: Violet Nesdoly blog: http://vnesdoly.blogspot.com/

~ Joanna Mallory wrote – “I have to say, One Smooth Stone is one of the best novels I've read this year. Settings rich in detail, and a heart rich in compassion for hurting characters.”

Visit Author Marcia Lee Laycock for more information about One Smooth Stone.

Author, Sherrill S. Cannon, Three Must Read Books

Award Winning Author Sherrill S. Cannon is the author of multiple books. Santa's Birthday Gift (2009) was written for ages 3-10 and received the 2011 National Indie Finalist Award and is a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Peter and the Whimper-Whineys (2010) is designed to help parents cope with whining and complaining children. The book is a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Sherrill's third book was released in February of 2011, The Magic Word. The book has received a NABE Pinnacle Achievement Award for summer 2011, a Global eBook Award nomination, as well as being a 2011 Readers Favorite Finalist.

Sherrill grew up in the Willard Hotel in Washington DC (her Father was the manager), she was married and lived in Northern Virginia for twenty years where she and her husband raised four children. She later moved to the Philadelphia PA suburbs where she has lived for fourteen years.

To find out more about Author Sherrill S. Cannon, Santa's Birthday Gift, Peter and The Whimper-Whineys and The Magic Word visit Sherrill S. Cannon's website

Author LoRee Peery, Sage and Sweetgrass

Sage and Sweetgrass, The 3rd In The Frivolities Series.

Survivor Lanae Petersen finds a moving love letter in an antique and seeks to discover the writer. Sage Diamond is holding on to the memory of his deceased wife. The last thing he needs is a tenacious woman who threatens to uncover his family secret.

Can Sage trust God's guiding hand, or will his fear of losing another love crush his chance for a future with Lanae?

LoRee Peery is the author of multiple books and writes Christian romance, where characters learn through spiritual struggles how to come to terms with the Lord’s will.

You may visit the author's website at LoRee Peery or at LoRee Peery's Amazon Page

Author Paulette Harper's Completely Whole

Author Paulette Harper, Writing From The Tables Of Her Heart.

Life's daily struggles can often leave us perplexed and bewildered on how to cope with hard issues. In COMPLETELY WHOLE, Paulette Harper offers keys to help those who are searching for answers that can lead to a life of complete wholeness: Spirit, Soul and Body. COMPLETELY WHOLE focuses on how to overcome suffering caused by alcoholism, substance abuse, poverty, and other obstacles blocking the path to a life of wholeness Available Now on Amazon Kindle

A sought after speaker, certified life coach, minister and author. As an inspirational and motivational speaker, Paulette’s desire is to motive women to reach their God given potential through conferences, workshops and seminars. Combining enthusiasm with an energetic speaking style, audiences describe Paulette’s presentation as inspiriting, enriching and encouraging. She is committed to speaking a message that is always uplifting and edifying.

As a writing coach, Paulette is the visionary behind “Write Now” (releasing the word in you) literary workshops designed to coach aspiring writers in the areas of creativity, development and publication of Christian books. God has given her a desire for writers especially those who want to write for the Lord. Through these workshops it is her aspiration to provide information that will help aspiring writers dream come to reality, by providing tools, resources and opportunities to help them succeed.

As a certified life coach, Paulette’s mission is to challenge you to define your purpose, and passion so you can discover your full potential for living your best life now. Paulette completed her coaching education at New Life Coaching, Inc and is a member of International Coach Federation.

Author Paulette Harper

Author Janet Eckles, Simply Salsa

She lost her sight. She lost her son, yet Janet Perez Eckles’ life dances to the melody of God’s joy.

Her new book, Simply Salsa, Dancing Without Fear at God’s Fiesta presents a delightful blend of real-life stories of triumph with powerful biblical examples. Passionate in its approach, warm in its style and bold to proclaim Gods power, Simply Salsa shows how to live free from fear and savor a life rich with God’s joy.

Simply Salsa - Dancing Without Fear at God’s Fiesta

What keeps women from dancing to the freedom God offers?

With passion and boldness, Simply Salsa exposes the lies and misconceptions that imprison women with unfounded insecurities and feelings of inadequacy. No matter the degree of adversity or pain, Janet Eckles has discovered an alternative to gloom—through the security that is only found in God’s love.

When women in the Bible faced tribulations and trials, they sought God’s grace. Simply Salsa illustrates how that same grace offers today’s women the opportunity to:

~ Leave the ugly past behind and look to a fresh tomorrow
~ Find peace and increased faith as you wait for answers to prayer
~ Embrace God’s comfort to conquer sorrow and disappointment
~ With a bit of sassiness, a touch of humor, and an amiga-to-amiga style,
~ Simply Salsa ~ encourages women to accept God’s call to dance!

Janet Perez Eckles will have you dancing to the melody of God’s Word in her new release: Simply Salsa: Dancing Without Fear at God’s Fiesta.

A Must Read Book ... get Simply Salsa on Amazon

Janet Perez Eckles Simply Salsa

Author Theresa Franklin's Don't Forget Daddy

Author Theresa Franklin is the author of three wonderful books. As a wife, mother and director of special needs children many of her stories are gleaned from the experiences with these special individuals, as well as from her own life experiences.

Don’t Forget Daddy is a book written for young children to address their feelings when it comes to change in the family dynamics. Whether through divorce or loss of a parent, this issue is addressed with finesse and delicacy by author Theresa Franklin. Through the book your child will discover that young Ashley can still have a new daddy without forgetting about her real daddy that has gone to Heaven. This delightful book with its colorful illustrations will uplift your young child and encourage them to talk about their feelings.

Journey to Fulfillment, From Stumbling Blocks to Stepping Stones is an encouraging memoir of her life shared by author Theresa Franklin. The author candidly shares from her life’s struggles, tragedies and victories that helped mold her into the woman she is today-a woman transformed by the love of Christ. Today she is living a life fulfilled as a beloved wife, mother and retired director/teacher for special needs children. This heartwarming story exemplifies how one can take adverse circumstances in life and in turn change those circumstances and life experiences into stepping-stones that lead to a path of life and fulfillment in Christ.

A Sunny Tomorrow is a delightful collection of nineteen short Christian stories written for young children. The author truly captures the heart and mind of the child in each story and each story will keep your child fully entertained. Some stories are quite humorous; other stories capture the innocence, imagination and characteristics of a child that is truly enchanting. The author has also delicately addressed issues with children and their feelings with some stories on subjects such as divorce, adoption, having a parent with special needs or dealing with the loss of a parent.

Author Theresa Franklin
Don't Forget Daddy

High Marks for Who's On Board

Title: Who’s On Board
Author: Dr. Joseph Hyskell Jr.
ISBN #978-0-557-44627-8
Reviewed by: Christian Book Reviews
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“Who’s on Board?” by Dr. Joseph Hyskell Jr. is an inspiring and scripturally based bible study. The author discusses twelve checkpoints that help the reader to understand what it is to be a “born-again” believer. Filled with scripture application, Author Dr. Joseph Hysekll Jr., has carefully laid down a solid foundation built upon the Holy Scriptures. The twelve checkpoints then can be discussed in a small group setting or read individually. The author indicates that many profess to be a Christian, but their life does not demonstrate a life lead by the “indwelling” of the Holy Spirit. This book will identify the “born-again” believer and demonstrates the difference between knowing about God, and really knowing Christ in the power of His resurrection.

An exciting and short read, this book is an excellent ministering tool that can be used to bring others into the Kingdom of God. This study, as suggested by the author, is recommended for groups not bigger than ten to keep the teachings on a very personal level. Written with much wisdom from scripture and from a man that has over 52 years in ministry as a Pastor, teacher and missionary, Dr. Joseph Hyskell Jr.s’ teaching has captured the essence of what it means to be “born-again.”

Section II of the book includes uplifting and inspirational poetry by the author written all to glorify the love and power of God. This encouraging selection of poetry will be sure to touch your heart, just as the Psalms identify with the condition of one’s heart and emotions. A true writer at heart, Dr. Joseph Hyskell Jr. captures the wisdom and love of the scripture through sharing his brilliantly poignant poetry. This section is a testament to the love and truth of the scriptures and is a true gem, one that shall be treasured by readers inspired by poetry.

The ideals set forth by Author Joseph Hyskell Jr. have been tested and tried by the author and proven to be overwhelmingly victorious. Become a true believer and inspire others to have their lives changed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This book, with much prayer as the author notes, will help you do just that.

Who’s On Board by Author: Dr. Joseph Hyskell Jr.

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