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Saturday, January 16, 2010

Giveaway - 3 Copies - HEARING FROM GOD EACH MORNING by Joyce Meyer

Title: HEARING FROM GOD EACH MORNING

Author: Joyce Meyer

Category: RELIGION
Format: HARDCOVER BOOK
Edition: Adapted
Publish Date: 1/8/2010
Price: $15.99/$19.99
ISBN: 9780446557856
Pages: 384
Size: 5" x 7"

Product Description

In the hustle and bustle of today's busy world, sometimes it's hard enough to hear yourself think, much less take a minute to stop and listen for the voice of God. But learning to recognize God's voice and the many ways in which He speaks is vital for following His plan. This devotional; drawing from How to Hear From God, Knowing God Intimately, and The Power Of  Simple Prayer shows the reader through a daily reminder, how God speaks through their own thoughts and feelings, their dreams, and the words of other people. Joyce Meyer reveals the ways in which God delivers His word and the benefits of asking God for the sensitivity to hear His voice. Joyce asks the question, "Are you listening?" and shares how to do just that...on a daily basis.

Mini- Review:
I'm not doing a full review of the book because it is a daily devotional and I didn't want to read it all in one sitting.  This is a very lovely hardback little book that goes perfectly on a nightstand. I love the one page per day presentation!  Here is a way to get a bit of Bible reading each day - at least a verse a day!  If you visit the Open Book browser you can see the format and get a feel for the book. Each page is titled for the subject followed by a Bible verse.  Then there are a couple of paragraphs by Ms. Meyer relating that verse to our daily lifes. At the bottom of the page is a summary recap as God's word for you today. And although it is dated for each day it can be read in any order if you wanted and can be re-read from year to year!  Or it would make a great gift to pass on after you have read it for a  year then you could share the wisdom with another friend!
For example: January 10 is titled:  Friendship Makes us Bold.  The verse is: Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in the time of need.  Hebrews 4:16 KKJV.
Ms. Meyer discusses how our prayers will be more spirit-led when we recognize our friendship and see ourselves as friends with God.  We will be more bold and persistent in approaching Him as we "grow and progress in our friendship with God."  The word for the day is: "Remember to pray with the same passion and intimacy that you reserve for your closest friends"
Now isn't that a great thought to start a day?!  It only takes a brief time to read, reflect and get a start with God!  Maybe I can extend the time to more reading after the devotional as per my resolutions!

Many thanks to Hachette and to Valerie for this giveaway! 


TO ENTER THIS GIVEAWAY:

1. Okay guess I'll make you work a little by taking a look at the Open Book browser and telling me a date and the verse reference that you find there!
Please include your email address, so I can contact you if you win.

2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.

3. For another entry, blog, facebook, tweet (any of those networks!) about this giveaway and tell me where you did.

(Three total entries possible -once I post the review.)

THERE WILL BE THREE WINNERS!
* This contest is only open to residents of US and Canada. Winners will receive their prizes directly from Hachette Book Group. Book information was provided by the publisher.
* No P.O. Boxes Please - for shipping reasons.
* This contest will close Midnight (Central) on January 30, 2010. I normally like to run the giveaways for three weeks but since this is one that needs to get out to the winners sooner than later, the ending is only two weeks away! The winners will be randomly selected from all entries.

Friday, January 15, 2010

Martha's Bookshelf *** Friday Pick 1-15-2010


This is post #8 with a new set of books!! You can also choose from the books left from pick#1, pick#2, pick#3, pick #4, pick #5  - all of which I restated with pick #6; and from pick #7. Use the links to see the pictures and the lists of the books still available.


Remember for the overseas participants I am willing to give a $5.00 book certificate to international winners - Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders, TWRP, ClassAct Books, eTreasures, Desert Breeze, etc....you tell me where and I'll set it up. Overseas visitors your comment may indicate your choice of gift card.


(sc) = slightly creased on binding otherwise all in good shape

Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas by James Patterson
The Jury by Steve Martini - Audio Tapes
Dream Chaser by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Stormy Weather by Carl Haasen - Audio Tapes
The Vision by Heather Graham (sc))
The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown
Fool Me Once by Fern Michaels
Midnight Come Again by Dana Stabenow (sc)
Speak No Evil by Allison Brennan (sc)
Into the Forest by Jean Hegland - Audio Tapes (box creased but tapes good)
Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian (sc)
Silent Thunder by Iris Johansen (sc)
The Nosy Neighbor by Fern Michaels
Born of Fire by Sherrilyn Kenyon
No Safe Place by Richard North Patterson - Audio Tapes
Vertical Run by Joseph R. Garber (sc)

Winners of Friday Pick 1-8-2010

CONGRATULATIONS
WINNERS OF JANUARY 8, 2010 FRIDAY PICK!




Tracey choose Barbarians of Malka.

AND

Carol choose Until Proven Guilty.

I have e-mailed the winners to send me mailing info!

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Winners of Defining Twilight!

We have TWO WINNERS OF Defining Twilight!



CONGRATULATIONS TO:

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and

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OKAY - so those are a little gruesome but considering we are dealing with Vampires - sort of - I just COULDN'T RESIST!!!

I will e-mail Marianna and Wojos1979 to send there addresses within 72 hours!

Review and Giveaway - Courtesy of READING GLASSES SHOPPER!!


I don't know about the rest of you busy readers but sometimes my eyes need help!! Of course it is all the reading and NOT my age! ;D

Haley from Reading Glasses Shopper (an Affordable Style company) was nice to offer me a pair of reading glasses to review for hosting a giveaway!!  The company sells reading glasses, reading sun glasses, and bi-focals at great prices - nothing over $20. You can check out the current sale plus there is free shipping on orders over $30.00!


There is a wide selection and since I have narrow eyes I choose The Southport which appeared to be good for a smaller face.  I was pleasantly surprised when I received the glasses to discover the nice packaging with wooden case and a pen! There is a picture at the link for the Southport but here are my pictures:




The glasses are attractive and very sturdy but not heavy.  I have been using them for about three weeks now and the hinges are still nicely snug making me feel they will be dependable for some time! 
I choose magnification of +1.75 but there is a wide range to choose what is best to help your eyes.

Not all the glasses come with a case but The Dot, for example, comes with a soft carrying pouch, and the Dakota comes with a small metal case.

I had not priced glasses recently so imagine my surprise when I walked into a local department store this past weekend and discovered that most of the reading glasses were $17.00 and up! And the selection did not seem at all as nice as the Southport!!

The Company has recently launched a great reading glasses glossary and eye health glossary you might be interested in, too. Check out the links - lots of interesting data there!

So if you can use a pair of reading glasses for yourself or a friend, follow the entry instructions for a chance to WIN!

Reading Glasses Shopper links:
Website: Reading Glasses Shopper
Reading Glasses Shopper Facebook page
@RdgGlassesShopr (Twitter)

Thank you to Haley and Reading Glasses Shopper for the glasses and Giveaway.

TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY FOR A PAIR OF READING GLASSES:
Open only to US and Canadian residents - No P.O. Box addresses.  The glasses will be shipped directly after the winner chooses the style, color and magnification.

1. Visit readingglassesshopper.com and tell me what style you might like to get if you win! Include your email in your comment so I can contact you if you win.

2. For an extra entry, become a follower or tell me if you are already a follower.

3. For another entry, share this giveaway on your blog, my space, facebook or Twitter and tell me where you shared it.

4.  One more entry if you become a fan at the Reading Glasses Shopper Facebook page.

You may include all your entries in one comment. Four total entries possible.

This contest will close Midnight (Central) on February 3, 2010. The winner will be randomly selected from all entries.

Note: Reading Glass Shopper provided the glasses for my review. I have received no other compensation and the review expressed herein is my honest opinion after use of the glasses.

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