Max on Life
by Max Lucado
Let me first say that I really generally enjoy anything that Max writes, but this is not the type of book I would typically purchase for myself, nor is it a book I would purchase as a gift for someone.
It is a compilation of life questions regarding topics such as hope, hurt, help, him/her, home, haves/have-nots, and the hereafter. The questions are based on letters, emails, calls, questions etc from people like you and me. I think this would be a good read for an airplane flight or a road trip in the car - as it has short little question and answer chapters. Easy to pick up and put down. Although there is definite substance in the answers, I personally prefer the short stories used in Mr. Lucado's other books like No Wonder They Call Him the Savior.
Max's understanding of God's grace shines through his often unexpected, honest answers to some of the questions. I'm sure that these are the stand-out questions that Max has received repeatedly through his years of servanthood, and that weighed the most on his heart. I'm just not sure that it was worth writing an entire book for these questions. Perhaps they would have just as easily been answered on a blog or as an addendum to another book related to the topics.... just my opinion.
Disclaimer: I received this book form free from Book Sneeze in exchange for an honest review.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Jolt! Get the Jump on a World That's Constantly Changing by Phil Cooke
It's taken a lot of change in my life to force me to make time to read and review the books on my shelf. This one is written by Phil Cooke and is entitled Jolt! Get the Jump on a World That's Constantly Changing. It turned out to be just what I needed when I needed it.
This turns out to be a handbook for personal growth, change, decision making, and taking your dreams "off the shelf." Mr. Cooke helps you to weigh your options and think logically before making decisions. The premise of the book lies in the 25 Jolts he presents and the changes each one leads to. I enjoyed the unusual layout of the book, it added a bit more interest. There is nothing earth-shattering or ground-breaking here in this book, maybe it was that I read it when I NEEDED to read it - and that made it more productive for me in the midst of change that was forced upon me.
I love to use quotes and read quotes on a daily basis. This book is chock full of them. Sometimes I can glean more out of a quote than a whole chapter in a book. Mr. Cooke gives you a new perspective on change and how to deal with the consequences of the choices you make. He stresses the power of focusing on what you want to achieve, tossing habit out the window and being creative, and not mistaking loyalty for competence when you are relying on others.
I will be going back to re-read this book with a highlighter this week, and will be taking notes into my journal. There are ideas here I can stand on to carry me through this period of change in my life.
Disclaimer: I did receive this book free for review (good or bad) from Book Sneeze in exchange for an honest review.
This turns out to be a handbook for personal growth, change, decision making, and taking your dreams "off the shelf." Mr. Cooke helps you to weigh your options and think logically before making decisions. The premise of the book lies in the 25 Jolts he presents and the changes each one leads to. I enjoyed the unusual layout of the book, it added a bit more interest. There is nothing earth-shattering or ground-breaking here in this book, maybe it was that I read it when I NEEDED to read it - and that made it more productive for me in the midst of change that was forced upon me.
I love to use quotes and read quotes on a daily basis. This book is chock full of them. Sometimes I can glean more out of a quote than a whole chapter in a book. Mr. Cooke gives you a new perspective on change and how to deal with the consequences of the choices you make. He stresses the power of focusing on what you want to achieve, tossing habit out the window and being creative, and not mistaking loyalty for competence when you are relying on others.
I will be going back to re-read this book with a highlighter this week, and will be taking notes into my journal. There are ideas here I can stand on to carry me through this period of change in my life.
Disclaimer: I did receive this book free for review (good or bad) from Book Sneeze in exchange for an honest review.
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