tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:25:22 +0000Book StuffFamilyPonderingsTrialsBible StudyFriendsEventsMissionsHomeschoolPrayerRefresh My Soul Devotionsadoptionaspergersbooks30 day sibling challengeMarriage Mondaylymepsalm 119Book FavsLive Well WednesdayMemeP31 Rad Revolution DevosmaltaJamesA Walk With The Kings WednesdaysAwardsjesustweensTiny TalkThen Sings My Soul SaturdayWalk It OutautismmarriageAbundant Grace StudyBooks Currently Under ReviewHeart of the Matter PostsStarbucksWriting ContestgospelhealthJonahLife in the KingdomWalmartdgiveawayidolsspecial needsWordless WednesdayphilippianscompassionfaithChiariNo TV experimentScripture MemoryWhole Hearted Faithadhdchild welfaregracehomelessnessisaiahmotherhoodpinterest triestrades of hope3 in 30Body of Christbookdepressionfearministry2:21VOMfunnieslovemediamovie reviewsslaverywritingClean WaterGodShe Seeksanxietyblessingscauseschangechristlikenesschronic illnesschurchcommunitycomplainingconflictcounselingculturecustodydakotadisabilitydiseasegame reviewsgoalsgrumblingguest postheartholidayshurtsidolatryinvisible illnesskilling sinmercymigrainemiracle mondaymoneymsppainplansradiorare diseaserecipe swaprelationshipssanctificationsimplicitysinsufferingteenagersthankfultitus 2trailstrials.trustvideo game reviewsvideo reviewwomenworkworldlinessworrywriter interruptedRandom thoughts on life and God.http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (God's girl)Blogger1364125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-6398521852936321657Thu, 20 Mar 2025 20:50:00 +00002025-03-20T16:50:08.969-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> As someone who lives with a chronic illness, I found "A Disrupted Journey" especially meaningful. Life often doesn’t go as planned, and this book captures that reality with honesty and hope. The author does a beautiful job of showing how disruption, whether from illness, loss, or unexpected detour, shapes us in ways we never expected. It also http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2025/03/a-disrupted-journey-by-brooks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-7681484073969494078Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:26:00 +00002025-02-19T13:26:44.569-05:00This book emphasizes the powerful role of listening in building meaningful relationships. It argues that to love others well, we must first learn to listen well. As human beings, we are made to be seen and known by both God and each other, yet many of us struggle with being truly understood.Through a biblical perspective, the book highlights how God, who listens to us with care and attention, http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2025/02/book-review-learning-to-listen-by.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-8442128891194671857Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:47:00 +00002024-09-17T19:47:20.208-04:00In an age of feelings-driven living, this is a much-needed book! Parents today need help and guidance to discuss the issue of identity. And if we are honest, we all build our identities on something. We can have open conversations about it or let the world inform our kids, either way, they are learning things by observation. This book has a great way of explaining how identities are formed and http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2024/09/book-review-grounded-in-grace-by-holmes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-8172968149460762815Sun, 04 Aug 2024 00:53:00 +00002024-08-03T20:53:52.166-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I recently had the privilege of reviewing this new resource, Navigating Destructive Relationships. I found it helpful for an individual for several reasons. I received a copy of this free of charge from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review.&nbsp;1- There are corresponding videos that are made to go along with each section.&nbsp;2- Therehttp://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2024/08/book-review-navigating-destructive.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-3501019307829173705Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:39:00 +00002023-10-11T14:39:11.665-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I was so blessed to be on the launch team for this book. It came to me at the perfect time. I was in a pit of depression, probably the deepest one I have ever been in as of yet. I was stuck in a way. I consumed this book and it helped bring relief. This is no exaggeration. Depression can be long-suffering, so I have reread and listened to the http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2023/10/book-review-midnight-mercies-by-chappell.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-5180649555665551638Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:51:00 +00002023-09-02T10:00:12.701-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> This is an easy-to-read, realistic daily devotional. I think the age range can be for anyone but I did think it seemed to fit the high school or college age range best. Simply because of the kinds of stories it shared and the writing in general.&nbsp;Each devotional directs you to a specific reading in the Proverbs, then it has information and http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2023/09/book-review-proverbs-stories-of-wisdom.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-8145940993711602379Fri, 23 Dec 2022 18:29:00 +00002022-12-23T13:29:12.219-05:00I absolutely love this little book. It reminds me of Every Moment Holy but for little ones. It is a wonderful example of how to pray for all of life. It looks at situations in a kid's life ranging from struggling to do what's right to enjoying a good book. Kids really need to learn that God is real and desires to hear from them in everything. This is a great example for them to pattern prayers http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/12/book-review-little-prayers-for-ordinary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-3899295001766545629Thu, 21 Jul 2022 15:52:00 +00002022-07-21T11:52:19.382-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> This book is a must-read if you are contemplating establishing a biblical counseling ministry. It spans from the beginning brainstorming and vision casting to the establishment. It takes you through an easy step-by-step process that takes into account that each church and its people are unique. It gives practical real-life examples and a variety of http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/07/book-review-equipping-biblical.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-5774352577508744738Sat, 18 Jun 2022 14:38:00 +00002022-06-18T10:38:57.285-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I received a digital copy at no charge from the publisher for the purpose of review.I believe this book is important for parents and children because there are hardly any teaching resources out there about processing emotions in a healthy manner for children. Sadly, dismissing our emotions and being told to just get over them is the standard. This http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/06/book-review-god-hears-your-heart-by-fox.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-6648799885234678121Thu, 28 Apr 2022 02:22:00 +00002022-04-27T22:22:21.348-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> The issue of pornography is all around us in the world today. In fact, it is hurting relationships all around us, including those within the church. The church desperately needs voices to discuss the effects of pornography on a marriage and family. These companion books do just that.&nbsp;These are welcome voices that honestly and openly discuss http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/04/book-review-companions-redeem-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-4883245238387818821Thu, 21 Apr 2022 18:01:00 +00002022-04-21T14:01:41.156-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> Personally, I love studying anything on the topic of prayer. This study was no exception. I like how it takes you through the word of God to study for yourself many different recorded prayers through the Bible. The premice of the studied prayers are those that specifically address situations that find you in difficult times. Each example and prayer http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/04/book-review-before-throne-by-keeth.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-3224759474156245044Tue, 08 Mar 2022 18:48:00 +00002022-03-08T13:48:33.749-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> Before I agreed to review this book, I asked myself, "Why do we need another parenting book?" And then I thought that the fact that this book seemed to focus on God and how He parents us would make it different than the others out there. I did not want or desire to read yet another "how-to" book on this topic. I have already raised two children, andhttp://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/03/book-review-like-our-father-by-fox.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-6749952679832345562Mon, 31 Jan 2022 17:35:00 +00002022-01-31T12:35:07.652-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> This book is about sanctification. This is a topic that is important to the Christian walk and life. I do not believe enough people understand the difference between sanctification and justification well. This book helps with that. And is useful for the Christian walk of faith in becoming who they are meant to be in Christ.It is like a follow-up to http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/01/book-review-deeper-by-dane-ortlund.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-1792625564509672207Fri, 21 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +00002022-01-21T12:00:12.006-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I had the opportunity to review this book prior to release. I love it so much that I ordered my own hard copy to keep and reference in the future. In the practice of faith-based counseling, parents need this resource and reminder. It is a must-read for parents or anyone who works with children because we simply have not addressed enough how http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2022/01/book-review-raising-emotionally-healthy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-3982929362177812348Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:52:00 +00002021-09-08T10:52:24.887-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> This is an incredible book to help one through times of suffereing. This is also a great book that can accompany the book of Job as a light commentary. I say light because it was easy to read and helpful for personal application. The author does have a more academic commentary if that is the interest of the reader.This book moved me closer to God inhttp://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/09/book-review-trusting-god-in-darkness-by.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-2070122205255388993Sat, 24 Jul 2021 21:15:00 +00002021-07-24T17:24:51.270-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I received a copy of this book at no charge from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review.I highly recommend this book to all believers. I do realize it is a book that specifically addresses the topic of eating disorders, however, this book is filled with so many good questions and helps that could benefit almost any struggle that someone http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/07/i-received-copy-of-this-book-at-no.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-2514269326419521540Sat, 24 Jul 2021 20:08:00 +00002021-07-24T16:08:43.049-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I received a free copy of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an honest review.I requested a copy of this book because as a counselor, I often am wondering what is the best way to provide myself care when I am hearing people's stories of difficulty all day long. It is a privilege to do this work yet also being a burden bearer can become http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/07/book-review-whole-life-by-huie-and-smith.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-3260079657215179420Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:27:00 +00002021-04-12T14:27:43.573-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> As a biblical counselor, I recommend this book to all who desire to help others in any struggle they may face on this Earth. Mike Emlet writes with great compassion and eloquence on who we are in Christ as image-bearers. Then he helps us understand what it is like to be sufferers and how to help sufferers effectively and with kindness. Then he goes http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/04/book-review-saints-sufferers-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-5027105051622022448Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:15:00 +00002021-04-12T13:15:14.922-04:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I have read many books on anger. It is a topic that I often choose because I also struggle with anger. Of all the books that I have read on this topic; this one is the best. I did receive a free copy of this book for the purpose of an honest review from the publisher. I wrestled with the idea of why? Why would I want to read another book on this http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/04/book-review-heart-of-anger-by-ash-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-4179603420986866430Fri, 12 Mar 2021 19:54:00 +00002021-03-12T14:54:25.949-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> This is a great book for facilitating real-life biblical change. As a biblical counselor, I appreciate how it makes getting in the word easy and practical so that a person can grow in Christ and learn how to practically change their thought patterns which then results in changed behaviors.This book is written in a way that you can go through it http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/03/book-review-restore-by-cheong.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-3969026703111232909Fri, 12 Mar 2021 19:27:00 +00002021-03-12T14:27:32.288-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I had the chance to review this book for Crossway. I really love Nancy Guthrie's books so I was excited at the chance to review this one. It did not disappoint. It is similar in style to her other books and was what I expected.What I liked about this book was that it was filled with stories and contrasts of different people in the Bible. Some we http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2021/03/book-review-saints-and-scoundrels-by.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-8348381217792178946Mon, 16 Nov 2020 02:20:00 +00002020-11-15T21:20:15.833-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> Today is a day when many fears are evident all around us. They have always been there but these are strange days where fear abounds. Fear improperly placed is not good. Fear placed in the One who holds all things together is good. This book helps you to see and move misplaced fears to the right fear of the Lord.&nbsp;This book was very helpful http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2020/11/a-holy-fear-by-fox.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-6074532641051042798Mon, 16 Nov 2020 01:56:00 +00002020-11-15T21:03:30.585-05:00This book is a must-read for the church today. Too often we have given good intentioned or naive advice to people suffering intensely in relationships without wisdom. This needs to stop now. God has a lot to say about abuse. We must know what His word says to be wise counselors to people in these difficult situations. That is where this book comes in hand. It helps show you what the word of God http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2020/11/is-it-abuse-by-strickland.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-4145474477552992550Sun, 15 Nov 2020 21:31:00 +00002020-11-15T16:31:37.259-05:00 <!--Please call pinit.js only once per page--> I had the opportunity to review this new Bible study. Habakkuk is my favorite book of the Bible and I like the author so it is no surprise that I loved it.&nbsp;The author takes us through the book while connecting it to other helpful parts of scripture to increase our understanding. It also has a helpful timeline that is important when working http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2020/11/book-review-habakkuk-by-gresh.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4508556367919592756.post-8102522747724856571Sat, 06 Jun 2020 22:32:00 +00002020-06-06T18:32:05.233-04:00 <!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --> These books are brilliantly done. Not only can I read the story of the Pilgrim's Progress with ease, but I also have the added bonus of a study guide that aids the book with deeper meaning through the study of Scripture to go alongside the wonderfully written masterpiece from John Bunyan. This is a wonderful addition to anyone's literature http://refreshmysoulblog.blogspot.com/2020/06/book-review-of-pilgrims-progress-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (God's girl)0