Deeper into the Word: New Testament by Keri Wyatt Kent

Deeper into the Word: New Testament is a wonderful tool to use when diving into your bible.  There are 100 words that are shown within scriptual passages, and they are broken down and explained by examining it in Greek, and the original meaning of the word is unearthed.  New light is shed on passages that have been previously read, and a deeper and richer connection is made to the Word.  This book has been very helpful and interesting to me.  I've read it alone, and have also gone back to it when studying the scripture.  I would almost describe it as a reference/devotional book, and I think it would be very useful for readers of all levels. 
In the back, there is a Greek index and also an appendix of websites that are useful for bible study.  This is a fantastic book!

I received this book free from the publisher in order to write a review.  I was not obligated to write a positive review, only to write my own opinion of the book.

Mine is the Night by Liz Curtis Higgs

Elizabeth Kerr, and her mother-in-law, Marjory, have traveled to Selkirk to hopefully start over agian.  They are both widows, and have found themselves on the wrong side of the Scottish crown.  Their land, titles, and money have been stripped from them, so they must depend on the mercy of a cousin who is also destitute.  Through all of their struggles, the one constant that has remained the same is their unwavering faith in
God and His protection.  This is a beautiful story of God's redemption.  I felt very inspired by both of these characters, and could completely relate to the doubts they may have had about themselves.  Even when all looks lost (like Marjory losing both of her children), God has the ability to heal and restore all situations.  This story also had it's share of romance without ever compromising morality.  I love this book and would recommend it to all  readers who are fans of historical fiction.

I received this book free from the publisher in order to write a review.  I was not obligated to write a positive review, only to write my own opinion of the book.