My 2023 Reading Challenge (Quarter 3)

Brettnay BrazzellSeptember 25, 2023

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Hear me share the book reviews on the No Higher Calling podcast!

A Christian Guide to the Biblical Feast

By:

David Wilber

An interesting overview of the biblical feasts, why the were celebrated, and how they were celebrated. While it was informative, I did not agree with all of the authors conclusions. (ex. some of this thoughts on the sabbath, drinking alcohol, etc)

God is Still Good

By:

Katie Faris

Motherhood is a beautiful gift, but it is often filled with heartaches- miscarriage, illness, wayward children, death. In the midst of all that life brings, where can a woman turn to for comfort and hope? Katie Faris shows us from God’s Word that no matter what circumstances you face, God is always good.

Salt to the Sea

By:

Ruta Sepetys

This is a captivating WWII fiction book based on the real events of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff. This is the deadliest maritime disaster in human histroy, yet is an event few have heard of! Follow the lives of several very different people as they seek to survive the war, winter conditions, and the water itself.

Cherish: The One Word That Changes Everything for Your Marriage

By:

Gary Thomas

Simeon and I read this book together, and it was one of our favorite marriage books we’ve read! Author Gary Thomas challenges couples to take their marriage to higher levels as we go far beyond love into the realm of cherishing. We came away from this with some powerful takeaways, and practical things to begin implementing in our marriage.

The Whole Armor of God: How Christ’s Victory Strengthens Us for Spiritual Warfare

By:

Iain Duguid

Cover for "The Whole Armor of God" by Iain M. Duguid. The title is inside a white box. Around the edges is a tan background with drawn representations of various pieces of armor around it.

Such an interesting read! The author writes about the armor of God in light of how Christ used each piece of armor to gain the victory. It is because He was victorious that we can now be victors!

Hinds’ Feet on High Places

By:

Hannah Hurnard

A beautiful allegory that our family loved! Follow the story of Much Afraid as she follows the Shepherd to the High Places. You will learn valuable life lessons along the way, and your heart will be endeared afresh to our precious, caring Shepherd.

The Green Ember

By:

S. D. Smith

I listened to this on audio book with my oldest (almost 7), and we were hooked! Joel Clarkson does the most magnificent job narrating the story of Heather and Pickett as their world is turned upside down by ravening wolves, war, loss, and secrets.

The Wild + Free Family

By:

Ainsley Arment

I did not enjoy this book near as much as I did Ainsley’s first book, Call of the Wild + Free, but there were several thought-provoking sections. Not on my top-recommend list, but not a bad read either.

I do enjoy Ainsley’s challenge for families to break free of the mold of “normal” and to embrace a life that is lived to the fullest.

Secrets She Kept

By:

Cathy Gohlke

Another WWII fiction (can you guess that I have a genre of fiction I particularly enjoy?!) I could barely put this book down. It provoked so much emotion and had you pushing for one more chapter. While the events and details surrounding WWII are beyond horrific and brutal, it is always amazing to hear the message of forgiveness and hope in spite of the darkness.

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