Books That Inspire

On the shelf...currently reading...January 2012

2012-01-11T08:48:00.001-06:00

Real Marriage, The Truth About Sex, Friendship & Life Together by Mark and Grace Driscoll
I received this book from BookSneeze for free in return for a review of the product.

The Faith of Leap, Embracing a Theology of Risk, Adventure & Courage by Michael Frost & Alan Hirsch
I recieved this book from Baker Publishing Group for free in return for a review of the product.

~Debbie
© Debbie Turner Chavers

The Blessing written by John Trent,PH.D. and Gary Smalley

2011-10-18T13:58:00.002-05:00

This book is a blessing. Wow! A definite need to read for just about everyone. The time is now. Be a blessing. The importance of the blessing is seen throughout scripture and in the observation of individuals. Even babies look toward others for acceptance.
From the first time that they reach out on their own, their eyes turn toward others for the nod or look of approval. The blessing is basic to humanity.

The authors of The Blessing book have listed 5 basic elements to the blessing:
Meaningful touch
A spoken or written message
Attaching high value
Picturing a special future
An active commitment

Truly what relationship would not benefit from these 5 elements being practiced?
Are you ready to become a blessing champion?
To get started check out the website at http://theblessing.com/

~Debbie

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© 2011 Debbie Turner Chavers

Money Secrets of the Amish by Lorilee Craker

2011-06-30T16:07:00.005-05:00

The budget secrets were common sense tips. I was raised by a thrifty mom who re-purposed before it became the "In" thing to do, or "Going Green" etc... She was creative in her financial sensibilities in most areas of our home life.

Ms. Craker's discusses new ways to share gift giving joy in Christmas gift giving. This is an area of spending that a lot of people fall into a debt trap. She shares many tips on how to avoid this money pit.

A quote from the chapter titled, Rethinking Gifts, " I don't know if I'm prepared to receive only a light bulb for Christmas...but I think we could all stand to dial it down about ten notches."

I heartily agree! My best gifts have always been those that were simple and spoke to me of the givers thoughtfulness not necessarily their abundant bank account.

I liked the book. It was an easy read and a doable process for most anyone. There is a list of bartering websites that would be helpful to most. After 14 chapters, you are likely to have picked up something that will help you in your quest to save money and enjoy the simple pleasure of saving more money and sharing with others.

~Debbie

© 2011 Debbie Turner Chavers

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Moved book reviews

2011-04-04T07:34:00.000-05:00

I have moved all book reviews to my encouragement blog.
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Thanks,
Debbie