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1217 reviews
Khaled Hosseini

Riverhead, 2007

Splendid is right...
Like "Kite Runner," I just couldn't put it down. And, like "Kite Runner," when I was reading it I thought it was the best story I'd ever read. It's right up there. There's something about Hosseini's writing style--on top of the incredible stories he tells--that is perfect without ever being obtrusive. He just pulls you in from the first page, and you're in another world. Can't wait for more.

Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations

45 reviews
Alex Harris, Brett Harris

Multnomah Books, 2008

Every parent who cares about the emerging generation...
...must read this book. Buy multiple copies and give it to everyone you know with children - whether they have toddlers, grade-school, middle school, or high school children. Don't just give it to your kids, read it first! My chest and heart felt like it could explode with hope as I read this book! I have heard it stated that it takes only 10% of a population to establish a culture, while the ...

The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism

74 reviews
Timothy Keller

Dutton Adult, 2008

An Apologetic For Today's Reader
Seeing a Christian apologetic on the New York Times Best Seller list arrested my attention. Having heard the quality of Timothy Keller's spoken messages, I assumed the book would be a well-done apologetic. Yet, for a book defending the Christian faith to join the list of national best sellers, I anticipated it would need to connect with a broad audience in a compelling way. I was not ...

The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

577 reviews
Gary Chapman

Northfield Publishing, 1995

Should be required reading.
I was never much on self-help books. This one was recommended to me by a close friend during a time when my marriage was in trouble. It was a great benefit to both my wife and myself. It should be required reading for anyone in a serious relationship, especially those contemplating marriage or married.

Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith

702 reviews
Jon Krakauer

Anchor, 2004

There but for" the Grace of God "(?) go you and I
I loved this book. Krakauer (as Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster) manages to give an even-handed account of a quintessentially controversial topic. This book delivers a detailed but never boring, account of Mormon history, and its relevance to today's America and world. It's the story of the Mormon Church in America, and its division into mainstream and ...

Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

220 reviews
Henry Cloud, John Townsend

Zondervan, 2002

A must read for anyone with relationship challenges
This book should be a part of Christian discipleship and ministry training.....many "victims" need to learn a lot of the truths presented here to become free from cycles of pain and abuse and find the strength they may be looking for. Think of this as....Fundamentals of Emotional Gardening......

The Shack

585 reviews
William P. Young

Windblown Media, 2007

The Shack
The Shack made me so thankful that I know the Truth! Knowing Jesus, God and the Holy Spirit in new ways is refreshing. Although God is the same yesterday, today and forever- it was fun to see the trinity in a whole new light! God wants a relationship with us 24/7! The Shack shows you one man's journey- it is beautiful!

Love & Respect: The Love She Most Desires; The Respect He Desperately Needs

205 reviews
Emerson Eggerichs

Thomas Nelson, 2004

Non-Christian but amazed!
Despite my recoiling against his religious basis, and my discomfort at what I see as his mis-attribution of what are clearly scientific causes to "god and the bible" -- I found his book to be absolutely *excellent*, and I recommend it eagerly to everyone I know. Despite having studied and read and counseled many women and couples, my eyes were opened when Eggerichs presented the unfound key to ...

The God Delusion

1201 reviews
Richard Dawkins

Mariner Books, 2008

Eye opener even for current non-believers
First of all, I can't help but wonder how many of the one star reviewers actually read the book. Saying the author is going to hell is NOT a review. Anyway, maybe I should judge, because i don't plan on getting into detail about the book. I will say though, that this book is not only a great read, but a truly eye opening and interesting read. If you have doubts about the religion that was ...

90 Minutes in Heaven: A True Story of Death & Life

454 reviews
Don Piper, Cecil Murphey

Revell, 2004

Heaven Abounds on Earth
People, people! If you are looking for a lengthy discussion of the afterlife, don't bother. The title "90 Minutes in Heaven" IS misleading, as other reviewers have said. You will have only one beautiful chapter on being in heaven. HOWEVER, if you are intrigued with the miraculous process of how a human, broken in body and spirit, can work his way back to a joyful life, you will find more than a ...

unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity... and Why It Matters

49 reviews
David Kinnaman, Gabe Lyons

Baker Books, 2007

Just a thought
The previous reviews and the book express a theme very common in the New Testament. The description of the understanding of "christian" sounds an awful lot like the biblical description of the Pharisees. Both Jesus and Paul were condemned by the religious people of their day for "not being Jewish enough" (by the understanding of the Jewish culture of their day). I would think that the ...

God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything

774 reviews
Christopher Hitchens

Twelve Books, Hachette Book Group, 2007

Political Atheism
The pundit Christopher Hitchens is renowned for his anti-theist journalism, interviews and debates as well as his prickly wit, effective command of the English language and broad comprehension of politics and history. Whether you agree or disagree with him he is foremost and utmost an engaging speaker and worthy adversary plus capable of producing a downright interesting read like God is not ...

Mere Christianity

446 reviews
C. S. Lewis

HarperOne, 2001

The Place to Start
MERE CHRISTIANITY represents an excellent distillation of Lewis' thought on the essential elements of Christianity. He knows, of course, that the word 'mere' can mean 'simple' or 'basic' but that it once meant 'pure' or 'essential'. This book gives you the supreme elements of Christian thought, but in simple, accessible terms. That is, of course, Lewis' forte--to depict the complex with a very ...

For Women Only: What You Need to Know about the Inner Lives of Men

207 reviews
Shaunti Feldhahn

Multnomah Books, 2004

A MUST for All Relationships
This is a "wow" book! For once, as a man, I felt understood. Women will say, "Men! They just don't get it". But, there's a lot about men that women don't get. This book will enlighten all women in a way that men often times find difficult to explain. This book will give women a very good understanding of how men tick and why they act the way they do. Armed with this information and acting upon ...

Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church

21 reviews
N. T. Wright

HarperOne, 2008

Surprised by Hope
I loved N.T. Wright's newest book, Surprised by Hope. He explores the meat of the Christian hope, what he calls the after-afterlife. Wright addresses the misconceptions (a.k.a. bad theology) that's infiltrated not just the world (i.e. reincarnation), but also Christianity (i.e. when we all get to heaven). The belief in Jesus' physical resurrection is on the line here, folks. If you believe ...

Become a Better You: 7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day

162 reviews
Joel Osteen

Free Press, 2007

Joel Osteen is the man
I watched Joel's weekly TV broadcast and decided to get his new book on cd. This is a 5 cd set and its about 6 hours long. I listened to 1 cd a day. Joel's words are very inspirational and you walk away with a lot from each cd. Even long after you finished listening to the cd set, his words of hope echo in your mind as you go about your everyday life. Joel Osteen is one of the good influences ...

The Purpose Driven® Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? (Purpose Driven® Life, The)

1087 reviews
Rick Warren

Zondervan, 2007

Beautiful Book on the True Meaning of Christianity
Since there are over a thousand reviews posted here, one might ask: why am I writing another one? It is because I feel this beautiful book, so eloquently and accessibly written, has much to offer Roman Catholics as it has to offer non-Catholics, and Rev. Rick Warren continues to be one of the most loving and positive ministers in the public arena. He has managed to write a deeply meaningful book ...

Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope

103 reviews
Don & Susie Van Ryn, Newell, Colleen & Whitney Cerak

Howard Books, 2008

Inspiration
I opened this book yesterday at 4:30PM, and finished it today at about 6PM. I literally could not put it down. The Ceraks and Van Ryns have been a part of a truly incredible story that they so graciously have shared through this book. I spent most of my time reading it in tears, often sobbing at the thought of such an unimaginable tragedy. But through it I've been blessed, as I know thousands ...

Epicenter: Why Current Rumblings in the Middle East Will Change Your Future

171 reviews
Joel C. Rosenberg

Tyndale House Publishers, 2006

Absolutely "Life Changing"
Joel C. Rosenburg is the most influential speaker of this century, without even trying to be! His knowlege and open-mindedness is something we ALL should learn from and pay extreme attention to! Please, Please, Please....read this book, and maybe you'll feel like I do! "The Obligation To Pass It On" Knowledge and faith are the key to salvation!!!

Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality

438 reviews
Donald Miller

Thomas Nelson, 2003

Short and Sweet
Wonderful explanation of what people mean when they say 'cookie cutter Christians' although, the author never uses this term. I found the first chapter difficult to read, kind of rambly, but very intriging. The book is about his journey to find his place in religion his true, unique way, not the way that others told him to be, but the way he wanted. Not to say that he invented his own way ...

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