Review: From Sea to Shining Sea
From Sea to Shining Sea by James Alexander Thom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Another fascinating read from Thom. This book never felt as long as the page count indicates while reading it. I would have given four stars except for some unnecessary scenes.
Review: Follow the River
Follow the River by James Alexander Thom
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Thoroughly enjoyed this book. The story is captivating from the start. I would have given four stars but for the occasional descriptions that were unnecessary.
Review: The Monster in the Hollows
The Monster in the Hollows by Andrew Peterson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the third book in The Wingfeather Saga. The first part is a breath catcher after the end of the second book. The story seemed to drag a little with some near action during their time in school. Once the action starts, it accelerates quickly. Peterson still pulls off some surprising twists. We did this as a family read-aloud and more than once I had to resist the urge to read ahead. We are anticipating the final book and I am eager to read future work from Andrew Peterson as well.
Review: Through Gates of Splendor
Through Gates of Splendor by Elisabeth Elliot
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have read this book several times. The last time it aloud in our family reading time. It is a compelling read that is hard to put down. It is not just a story. It is a true account of the initial outreach to the Auca indians in Ecuador. This book will challenge you in your commitment and service to God. I highly recommend it.
Review: Jesus, the Only Way to God: Must You Hear the Gospel to be Saved?
Jesus, the Only Way to God: Must You Hear the Gospel to be Saved? by John Piper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Excellent and timely book. Piper deals with the reality of Hell and the necessity of hearing and believing the Gospel in order to be saved. In our fuzzy, increasingly pluralistic society, few have the courage to unequivocally and publicly state that Jesus Christ is the only way to God. Ours is an age of gate-wideners and way-broadeners who want to reduce salvation to moralism and sincerity. If they are successful, then all roads lead to God. Not so according to God’s Word. Jesus Christ is the (one and only) way to God and all who come, must come through (by conscious faith in) Him. I highly recommend this book.
