Tagged on Books
Mrs. Happy Housewife tagged me on books:
Q. Most books I've ever owned:
I have no clue, but I definitely own a lot right now and my collection keeps growing. :) I am hoping to do some regular reviewing of books on my blog so I've been acquiring some for the purpose. We hope to someday have a whole library with bookshelves lining the walls. Right now, we just have a couple of bookshelves in our livingroom and office and boxes in storage.
Q. The last book I bought.
Hmmm. I honestly do not know. I have been getting a lot of books sent to me free for as review copies (one of the perks of owning an online bookstore! You rarely buy books because you can get them for free). I did buy a couple of books for Kathrynne at the homeschool conference. But other than that, I have not bought a book for a long time. Here are my latest review requests (look for reviews of these coming soon-- And I have a stack of books on the floor next to the rocking chair which I am currently working through):
From Crossway Books:
For the Children's Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School - Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
For the Family's Sake: The Value of Home in Everyone's Life - Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
Biblical Womanhood in the Home - Nancy Leigh DeMoss (Editor)
By Design: God's Distinctive Calling for Women - Susan Hunt
Feminine Appeal -Carolyn Mahaney
The Legacy of Biblical Womanhood - Susan Hunt, Barbara Thompson
Where's Mom?: The High Calling of Wives and Mothers - Dorothy Kelley Patterson
From NavPress:
Calm My Anxious Heart: A Woman's Guide to Finding Contentment by Linda Dillow
A Mother's Heart: A Look at Values, Vision, and Character for the Christian Mother by Jean Fleming
From Vision Forum:
What's a Girl to Do - CD
Sleeping Beauty- CD
Victory for Daughters- CD
Father/Daughter Retreat- CD
Verses of Virtue
Christian Modesty and the Public Undressing of America
Mother
HomeMaking
The Role of Women in the Local Church- CD
Q. The five books that meant the most to me.
-The Bible, of course, and I am particularly fond of my KJV Hebrew-Greek Bible :)
As for the other four, this is tough! I think I'll have to list more than four and I'll put down the most life-impacting books:
-Created to be His Help Meet by Debi Pearl
The Life and Letters of Stonewall Jackson By Mary Anna Jackson
This book is the beautiful tribute of a loving wife to her faithful husband. It depicts Jackson, not as the dashing heroic Confederate general we all know him to be, but as the beloved husband of Mary Anna. It is the story of one man’s devotedness to his God, to his wife, and to his country. Stonewall Jackson was an extraordinary man—a general who would not give up inspite of extreme adversity, a husband who loved his wife more than anything else in the world, and a Christian man who was not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ.
Hudson Taylor’s Spiritual Secret By Dr. and Mrs. Howard Taylor
This book is brimming full of truths to impart and strengthen those hearts who are desiring a deeper, closer walk with their Lord and Saviour. Learn what true greatness is in God’s eyes from this triumphant missionary.
Power Through Prayer By E.M. Bounds
You will be greatly challenged and convicted as I was, as the author tells of the prayer life of some of those we would consider “spiritual giants.” The secret to their fruitful ministry was a life rooted in prayer. Many of them testified that prayer is the greatest work and therefore they willingly spent the best part of their day engaged in it.
Call of Duty: The Sterling Nobility of Robert E. Lee By J. Steven Wilkins
In my short lifetime, I have come across many exceptional books; few, though that rank as superb as this gem! It is definitely well worth your time. Although I have always held respect for Robert E. Lee, it was not until after I read this book that I came to realize what an excellent character he truly was. Lee was much more than the well-known General he is often remembered as. His life of total giving, serving, loving, and sacrificing for others made a profound impact on me.Inspite of the many trials he endured throughout his life, Lee faithfully and obediently submitted to the overruling providence of God. He placed his faith in the firm unshakable, solid foundation of Jesus Christ. This was the key to his steadfast integrity and devoted walk.
Abandoned to God: Biography of Oswald Chambers By David McCasland
This was definitely the most life-changing book I have ever read. Oswald Chambers was not an ordinary man, nor did he live an ordinary life! Though he lived a short life, it was a dynamic powerful life of brokenness before the Lord. This is a book that I cannot put down! I have reread it at least three times! Do not read this unless you want your life changed.
The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment By Jeremiah Burroughs
If you have ever struggled with discontentment before, than this Puritan classic is for you! The author gives so many reasons why one should be content that you will never again have an excuse to give way to feelings of discontentment!
Carry a Big Stick: The Uncommon Heroism of Theodore Roosevelt By George Grant
This was an inspiring book to read! Although I don’t agree with a lot of Theodore Roosevelt’s philosophies and have that impression that he was a rather proud man, reading about his life is still a huge motivation. Roosevelt enjoyed nothing better than plain hard work. He saw obstacles as challenges to be overcome. Physically, he had a very weak body, but that did not stop him from anything he set his mind to. He was always at least ten feet—sometimes even fifty feet—ahead of those around him and his schedule should have worn out ten men put together!
The Disciplined Life By Richard S. Taylor
I thought I was somewhat of a disciplined person until I read this little volume. This book is not for those seeking an easy life. Taylor presents the dire need in today’s culture for men and women to rise to their full potential through a disciplined life. We are called to be a disciple of Christ. We are to “deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow” the Lord. This book gives practical insight into what that really means from a Biblical standpoint. Don’t read unless you want to be convicted!
Evidence Not Seen By Darlene Deibler Rose
At an early age, God called Darlene to be a missionary. Little could she have dreamed when she set out as the first American woman to enter the Baliem Valley of New Guinea, that in just a few short years she would be in a Japanese prison camp facing execution. This book recounts this young woman’s miraculous faith in the midst of pain and suffering. One of the best 10 books I’ve read. Please note: some of the content of the book may not be suitable for younger children.
All Books by Amy Carmichael
I have read every book by Amy Carmichael I can get my hands on. There is such depth, meaning, and inspiration in them. Here is a listing of a number of them which have been reprinted
Q. Most books I've ever owned:
I have no clue, but I definitely own a lot right now and my collection keeps growing. :) I am hoping to do some regular reviewing of books on my blog so I've been acquiring some for the purpose. We hope to someday have a whole library with bookshelves lining the walls. Right now, we just have a couple of bookshelves in our livingroom and office and boxes in storage.
Q. The last book I bought.
Hmmm. I honestly do not know. I have been getting a lot of books sent to me free for as review copies (one of the perks of owning an online bookstore! You rarely buy books because you can get them for free). I did buy a couple of books for Kathrynne at the homeschool conference. But other than that, I have not bought a book for a long time. Here are my latest review requests (look for reviews of these coming soon-- And I have a stack of books on the floor next to the rocking chair which I am currently working through):
From Crossway Books:
For the Children's Sake: Foundations of Education for Home and School - Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
For the Family's Sake: The Value of Home in Everyone's Life - Susan Schaeffer Macaulay
Biblical Womanhood in the Home - Nancy Leigh DeMoss (Editor)
By Design: God's Distinctive Calling for Women - Susan Hunt
Feminine Appeal -Carolyn Mahaney
The Legacy of Biblical Womanhood - Susan Hunt, Barbara Thompson
Where's Mom?: The High Calling of Wives and Mothers - Dorothy Kelley Patterson
From NavPress:
Calm My Anxious Heart: A Woman's Guide to Finding Contentment by Linda Dillow
A Mother's Heart: A Look at Values, Vision, and Character for the Christian Mother by Jean Fleming
From Vision Forum:
What's a Girl to Do - CD
Sleeping Beauty- CD
Victory for Daughters- CD
Father/Daughter Retreat- CD
Verses of Virtue
Christian Modesty and the Public Undressing of America
Mother
HomeMaking
The Role of Women in the Local Church- CD
Q. The five books that meant the most to me.
-The Bible, of course, and I am particularly fond of my KJV Hebrew-Greek Bible :)
As for the other four, this is tough! I think I'll have to list more than four and I'll put down the most life-impacting books:
-Created to be His Help Meet by Debi Pearl
The Life and Letters of Stonewall Jackson By Mary Anna Jackson
This book is the beautiful tribute of a loving wife to her faithful husband. It depicts Jackson, not as the dashing heroic Confederate general we all know him to be, but as the beloved husband of Mary Anna. It is the story of one man’s devotedness to his God, to his wife, and to his country. Stonewall Jackson was an extraordinary man—a general who would not give up inspite of extreme adversity, a husband who loved his wife more than anything else in the world, and a Christian man who was not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ.
Hudson Taylor’s Spiritual Secret By Dr. and Mrs. Howard Taylor
This book is brimming full of truths to impart and strengthen those hearts who are desiring a deeper, closer walk with their Lord and Saviour. Learn what true greatness is in God’s eyes from this triumphant missionary.
Power Through Prayer By E.M. Bounds
You will be greatly challenged and convicted as I was, as the author tells of the prayer life of some of those we would consider “spiritual giants.” The secret to their fruitful ministry was a life rooted in prayer. Many of them testified that prayer is the greatest work and therefore they willingly spent the best part of their day engaged in it.
Call of Duty: The Sterling Nobility of Robert E. Lee By J. Steven Wilkins
In my short lifetime, I have come across many exceptional books; few, though that rank as superb as this gem! It is definitely well worth your time. Although I have always held respect for Robert E. Lee, it was not until after I read this book that I came to realize what an excellent character he truly was. Lee was much more than the well-known General he is often remembered as. His life of total giving, serving, loving, and sacrificing for others made a profound impact on me.Inspite of the many trials he endured throughout his life, Lee faithfully and obediently submitted to the overruling providence of God. He placed his faith in the firm unshakable, solid foundation of Jesus Christ. This was the key to his steadfast integrity and devoted walk.
Abandoned to God: Biography of Oswald Chambers By David McCasland
This was definitely the most life-changing book I have ever read. Oswald Chambers was not an ordinary man, nor did he live an ordinary life! Though he lived a short life, it was a dynamic powerful life of brokenness before the Lord. This is a book that I cannot put down! I have reread it at least three times! Do not read this unless you want your life changed.
The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment By Jeremiah Burroughs
If you have ever struggled with discontentment before, than this Puritan classic is for you! The author gives so many reasons why one should be content that you will never again have an excuse to give way to feelings of discontentment!
Carry a Big Stick: The Uncommon Heroism of Theodore Roosevelt By George Grant
This was an inspiring book to read! Although I don’t agree with a lot of Theodore Roosevelt’s philosophies and have that impression that he was a rather proud man, reading about his life is still a huge motivation. Roosevelt enjoyed nothing better than plain hard work. He saw obstacles as challenges to be overcome. Physically, he had a very weak body, but that did not stop him from anything he set his mind to. He was always at least ten feet—sometimes even fifty feet—ahead of those around him and his schedule should have worn out ten men put together!
The Disciplined Life By Richard S. Taylor
I thought I was somewhat of a disciplined person until I read this little volume. This book is not for those seeking an easy life. Taylor presents the dire need in today’s culture for men and women to rise to their full potential through a disciplined life. We are called to be a disciple of Christ. We are to “deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow” the Lord. This book gives practical insight into what that really means from a Biblical standpoint. Don’t read unless you want to be convicted!
Evidence Not Seen By Darlene Deibler Rose
At an early age, God called Darlene to be a missionary. Little could she have dreamed when she set out as the first American woman to enter the Baliem Valley of New Guinea, that in just a few short years she would be in a Japanese prison camp facing execution. This book recounts this young woman’s miraculous faith in the midst of pain and suffering. One of the best 10 books I’ve read. Please note: some of the content of the book may not be suitable for younger children.
All Books by Amy Carmichael
I have read every book by Amy Carmichael I can get my hands on. There is such depth, meaning, and inspiration in them. Here is a listing of a number of them which have been reprinted
posted by Crystal Paine at 12:54 PM
3 Comments:
Thank you for the ideas. As I live on the other side of the pond, it is good to have recommendations about books relating to US heros.
I'm reading and digesting "Created to be his helpmeet"-thank you for sending to UPS-it arrived quickly.
I must recommend some favourites of mine.
If you have read the autobiography of John Patton or even if you haven't, his wife's letters are a must.
Robert Murray M'Cheyne's biography by Andrew Bonar is an inspiring Christ centred life of someone who had 27 short years on earth but accomplished so much for the Lord. The diary of Jessie Thain, who it is thought may have been his fiancee, is very, very difficult to find but a gem.
"A thousand miles of miracle in China" is about a missionary family during the Boxer rebellion. The fact that they escaped was almost unbelievable. A heart rending book which kept me reading well beyond midnight!
On a lighter note, the historical fiction of Deborah Alcock, is "unputdownable". I had "Done and Dared in Old France" arrive via Ebay this week and finished it in just over 24 hours. This particular book is about the persecution in France under Louis XIV. "Crushed but conquering" is about John Hus and again well worth reading. I haven't read all her books but hope to be able to read more soon.
Thank you again for your recommendations.
So many books- so little time! I've read some of the ones you mentioned and some of them I haven't. I'm going to write them down though, so maybe the library can get them.
I'm adding several of the books you mentioned to my library list, including the Stonewall Jackson and Teddy Roosevelt books. Thanks.
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