Genre- Religion/Biblical Studies/Bible Study Guides
1 Peter: Finding Encouragement in Troubling Times by Sue Edwards
Publishedby- Kregel Publications
Copyrighted- 2011
Number of pages- 102
Age Group- Adult Women
Description of book- Paperback, listed price- $12.99, ISBN 978-0-8254-4198
Lesson 1
I was excited to learn about this study and participate for this is the first week and we have completed Lesson 1, which covered 1 Peter 1:1-12.
Sue Edwards has developed three levels of study: “core” questions, “digging deeper” questions, and “summit” questions. Each level takes a great amount of time and resource dedication. As the participant, we needed to pick the level that would work the best for us. I have chosen the second level, “digging deeper,” because I have the outside resources of atlas, Bible dictionary, and concordance.
I really enjoy the way this book is laid out and I am doing one Core a day within each lesson. And the Living Stone Story was a great addition. I am looking forward to reading each one.
I can’t wait for Lesson 2!
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received 1 Peter by Sue Edwards for free from the Kregel Publications’ Blog Tour. All links were current when posted. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Reading Revelation: A Comparison of Four Interpretive Translations of the Apocalypse by Kenneth A. Mathews & M. Sydney Park
Publishedby- Kregel Academic & Professional
Copyrighted- 2009
Number of pages- 195
Age Group- Adult
Description of book- Paperback, listed price- $29.99, ISBN 978-0-8254-3367-2
C. Marvin Pate has made this book for readers to see different interpretations of the book of Revelation at the same time. There are four approaches: idealist (spiritual), preterist (past), historicist, and futurist. The approaches are laid out in columns next to the Greek text and a literal translation.
About the Authors- C. Marvin Pate is the author and editor of numerous items related to eschatology and Revelation. He is the professor of biblical studies Ouachita Baptist University.
My thoughts- Reading Revelation is a wonderful book for Bible studies, college student, professor, pastor or anyone interested in the different view points.
If I were in a Bible study and we were studying the book of Revelation, I would make sure we had this book to study the different views. And this could help us understand why there are different views and how we in a group can discuss the views and either agree or agree to disagree.
I liked the Greek text and literal translation, because I knew where the Bible verses began and ended. I had a difficult time in some parts of the book, because there was not enough separation between the Bible verses and viewpoints.
I would recommend this book to all who are or plan on studying the book of Revelation
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received Reading Revelation by C. Marvin Pate for free from the Kregel Publications’ Blog Tour. All links were current when posted. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
The Post-Racial Church: A Biblical Framework for Multiethnic Reconciliation by Kenneth A. Mathews & M. Sydney Park
Publishedby- Kregel Academic & Professional
Copyrighted- 2011
Number of pages- 288
Age Group- Adult
Description of book- Paperback, listed price- $19.99, ISBN 978-0-8254-3586-7
Each chapter is filled with useful information and just the right amount of thought provoking questions that a pastor and church can begin to implement changes that Kenneth A. Mathews and M. Sydney Park suggest.
The Bible teaches equality, racial integration and freedom. Will the church be that way? There is a sense of optimism, but it will only happen if individual churches follow this book.
About the Authors- Kenneth A. Mathews teaches Old Testament studies and biblical interpretation at Beeson Divinity School.
M. Sydney Park teaches New Testament studies and biblical interpretation at Beeson Divinity School.
My thoughts- I thought this book was very interesting. The best part of the book was the questions at the end of each chapter. They helped tie all of the information together and help me realize that my local church is very inclusive. Sometimes though in my local church I wonder how much the ethnic groups, the Africans and the natural-born Americans, spend time together as the adult ethnic groups have their own classes.
I highly recommend this book to pastors, elders, deacons, etc., but I also think it would be a good resource for all church members.
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received The Post Racial Church by Kenneth A. Mathews & M. Sydney Park for free from the Kregel Publications’ Blog Tour. All links were current when posted. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Revisiting the Corruption of the New Testament edited by Daniel B. Wallace
Publishedby- Kregel Academic & Professional
Copyrighted- October 2010
Number of pages- 304
Age Group- Adult
Description of book- Paperback, listed price- $29.99, ISBN 978-0-8254-3338-2, First in the Series
This is the first book in a series of the Text and Canon of the New Testament. This series focuses on issues of textual criticism and talks about responses to Bart Ehrman’s views of the New Testament.
Daniel B. Wallace is the editor of the book and author of one of the essays. The other essays are written by his former interns. They would be Philip M. Miller, Matthew P. Morgan, Adam G. Messer, Tim Ricchutti and Brian J. Wright.
About the Editor- Daniel B. Wallace is a director of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts, professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, and senior New Testament editor of the NET Bible.
My thoughts- This was an interesting book. It made me think about the many different ways the New Testament has been corrupted. I have not read any of Bart Ehrman’s work, so I would recommend reading his writings before reading this book.
I found the footnotes on each page to be a great distraction. I had a difficult time separating the text with the notes, so I think it would be better if the footnotes were at the end of each chapter.
I would not recommend this book for a lay person or a pastor who has not studied in textual criticism, patristics, and New Testament apocryphal literature. If you have knowledge in these subjects and knew something of Bart Ehrman this book is for you.
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received Revisiting the Corruption of the New Testament edited by Daniel B. Wallace for free from the Kregel Publications’ Blog Tour. All links were current when posted. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Laura Welch is the Editor-in-Chief of New Leaf Publishing and has a great interest in history and writing. She utilizes her education and experience in publishing, journalism and more to develop and complete her projects.
Ken Ham is from Australia, but now lives in Ohio, where he is CEO/president of Answers in Genesis. He uses apologetics to communicate biblical truth and historical facts. He is an author of many books.
Bodie Hodge has both a B.S. and M.S. in mechanical engineering. Now he is a speaker, writer and researcher for Answers in Genesis USA.
What C (girl, recently turned 6, Kindergarten) Thought-
I like the Big Book of History. It talked about mummification, the Trojan Horse, and Egyptians. It discussed building with rocks. I enjoyed the pictures. I learned a lot.
I liked everything. I would recommend this book for kids my age.
What B (boy, age 7, almost 8, second grade) Thought-
I liked the Big Book of History. My favorite sections were the “Did You Know?” My favorite one was “water then ice.” It dates back to day one, when the earth was made and continues to 2010.
It was fun laying it out on the floor. It really did stretch fifteen feet. I also had fun zooming along in history.
I think book is good for kids my age.
Dad’s Thoughts-
It’s nice to have a visual timeline to help put events, inventions and people into perspective. Kids can see that “technology” existed long before the iPod, iPad and Playstation 3. Comparing World Events, Biblical/Christianity, Civilizations, and Inventions/Technology on the same timeline is like putting pieces of a puzzle together. The resulting picture makes sense. Too many times today only bits and pieces of information are taught to our kids leaving gaps in their education. The Big Book of History makes great strides in filling those gaps. Well worth the money.
My Thoughts-
I loved the Big Book of History. Its panels folded out fifteen feet and were full of information.
B wanted to take a look at it as soon as I opened the package. He had fun unfolding the time-line and zooming along in history. B and I enjoyed laying on the floor learning about the history of the world.
C and I spent less time as this was not a current interest of hers, but she did enjoy the time she spent with me reading the information she wanted to learn.
I enjoyed everything. I thought the divisions of Biblical/Christianity, World Events, Inventions/Technology, and Civilizations/Empires was a great idea. It really helped put history into perspective for me.
I would highly recommend this book to everyone, because there is a lot to learn and it can be a lot of fun.
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received Big Book of History by Laura Welch, Ken Ham, and Bodie Hodge for free from Master Books, a division of New Leaf Publishing Group. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Genre- Juvenile Nonfiction/Science and Nature/General
Science/Reference
Science/General
The World of AnimalsAuthors Martin Walters and Jinny Johnson
Published by- Master Books, A Division of New Leaf Publishing Group and My Father’s World
Copyrighted- 1999, second copywriting 2011
Number of pages- 256
Age Group- Juvenile
Description of book- hardback book, list price $24.99, ISBN: 978-0-89051-617-1
Originally published in 1999 by Paragon Publishing Ltd., My Father’s World and Master Books have rereleased this edition jointly. The World of Animals includes over 1,000 animals divided into classification from simple to complex, microscopic worms to elephants.
This comprehensive book has photos, illustrations and diagrams to make this book fun for younger kids to look at while they are being read to or older kids to read by themselves.
Our Experience- B and C were very excited when I showed this book to them. They enjoyed looking at the photos and then we would read about an animal of their choice.
We also used this book to learn more about worms when we were working on our nature study.
We have really enjoyed using this book for school and for fun.
What C (girl, who just turned 6, Kindergarten) thought- I liked it. It was a good book. There were lots and lots of animals. There were rabbits, shrews, starfish and clown fish. Momma read to me about the aardvarks.
I liked everything. I would recommend this book for kids my age.
What B (boy, age 7, second grade) thought-The World of Animals was good. I really liked it.
In this book you learn about worms, amphibians, mammals and much more. We are mammals. If you are a crocodile you are not a mammal.
One of the animals you learn about is the rhino. In school we learned about worms.
I liked reading about the snakes. I want to have a rattlesnake when I am older, with its venom taken out.
I think this book is good for kids my age for school or fun.
My thoughts- I think this book is a wonderful addition to any homeschool or library.
I like the-
color photos and illustrations
charts listing main characteristics of animals
dividing of animals into sections in the “Table of Contents” from simple animals (jellyfish) to complex (mammals)
I highly recommend this book. It was fun and informational to read.
What Dad thought- The thing that gets your attention is the color leaping off the pages from the stunning photos. The illustrations, drawings and charts add another dimension to this book that will certainly aid in attracting and keeping kid’s attention.
This is definitely a must have to any collection. The quality is superb and even if the kids just turn the pages for something to do they’ll still take something away every time.
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received The World of Animals for free from Master Books, a division of New Leaf Publishing Group. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Genre- Juvenile Nonfiction/Science and Nature/General
Science/Reference
Science/General
World of ScienceAuthors Parragon and Jinny Johnson
Published by- Master Books, A Division of New Leaf Publishing Group and My Father’s World
Copyrighted- 2004, second copywriting 2011
Number of pages- 248
Age Group- Juvenile
Description of book- hardback book, list price $24.99, ISBN: 978-0-89051-618-8
Originally published in 1999 by Paragon Publishing Ltd., My Father’s World and Master Books have rereleased this edition jointly.
World of Science includes over 800 illustrations and photos to help explain six sections in the scientific world:
Matter and chemicals
Energy, motion, and machines
Electricity and magnetism
Light and Sound
Earth and life
Space and time
This comprehensive book has photos, illustrations, and diagrams to make this book fun for younger kids to look at while they are being read to or older kids to read by themselves. And over 60 experiments to do in school or for fun.
What C (girl, recently turned 6, Kindergarten) thought-
I liked it. I think it is good for kids my age to have read to them. I like science. I learned about the earth. The earth is not flat. I learned about molecules, atoms, quarks and other tiny little things.
What B (boy, age 7, second grade) thought-
THE book was good i mane WORLD OF SCIENCE.
in the back of the book there ware a bunch of science projects.
I THINK THIS BOOK IS GOOD FOR KIDS MY AGE.
(The book was good. I mean, World of Science. In the back of the book there were a bunch of science projects. I think this book is good for kids my age.)
You learn about atoms, leaning tower of Pisa, and space.
Dad’s thoughts-
Another great book by Parragon and Jinny Johnson. The subjects in each of the six scientific sections has two pages of information making it an easy and interesting read for kids. Lots of colorful & detailed pictures, graphs, illustrations and condensed biographies keep your interest in the subject.
It can be read to children just learning to read and is a good read for those more advanced in reading. This book gives a good basic explanation of each subject yet provides enough information for those wanting to pursue in-depth research.
The experiments in the back of the book are the icing on the cake. They are simple enough for the kids to do but need an adult for one or two items in each experiment. This is a nicely done covert way to get parents and their children to spend time together. I give this book 5 out of 5 Bunsen Burners.
My thoughts-
I really enjoyed looking at and studying this book. I have always enjoyed learning about science and World of Science discusses different areas of science to help me show my children the basics.
The kids and I had a lot of fun picking out the sections we would read and also learning about the scientists who were involved.
The most exciting part about the book was the selection of experiments we could choose from. It will be fun in future years to read sections of the book and the do the experiments that correspond.
I highly recommend World of Science to homeschooling families as a resource or to children who love science and want to learn more.
Disclosure of Material Connection- I received World of Science for free from Master Books, a division of New Leaf Publishing Group. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
