Volcanic Momentum: Getting Things Done by Setting Destiny Goals, Mastering the Energy Code, and Never Losing Steam, Archangel Ink

As good as he is with words, his primary goal

is to help people live a life of less talk and more action.

Volcanic Momentum: About the Author, page 165 and Back Cover

Volcanic Momentum by Jordan Ring put in print by publishing a motivational book to keep goal-setters juices flowing from start to the finish line. He begins with sharing his personal experiences and a simple explanation of volcanic momentum to peak the readers interest. I placed a few bookmarks to share with my audience some of the strategies Ring used to help people get back on their feet and finish their goal.

Strategy #3, Page 71: The #1 Enemy of Momentum: Wasted Time and How to Avoid It

All of us waste time at one time or another for whatever reason we tell ourselves that it is okay. Well, it is not okay. During this down-time you can accomplish small or large goals depending on how much time is wasted.

Strategy #4, Page 77: The Importance of Community for Sustaining Momentum

Ever heard of “it takes a village?” This strategy suggests you can seek out a mentor, join a mastermind group in addition to giving back to others. You can discuss goals with a friend or family member over coffee to get feedback and criticism on your basic idea.

“People make things happen. People change the world. Get involved with other people and you will blow the lids off all your goals.” (page 85)  Further into the book, Jordan Ring asks the question “Are you willing to bet on you?”(page 125) There are bonuses included by signing up through email:

#1-List of 100 Destiny Goal Ideas

#2-Momentum Strategy Guide

#3-25 Journal Prompts

I recommend to all persons wasting time doing nothing to read this motivational book.  I appreciate the time and effort Ring put into this book because I followed a few goal settings and got back on track with my book blog. I am not going to say which ones I used, you will have to read for yourself. Believe me, it is worth it and feels great to get those  “volcanic momentum” juices flowing again.

I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission Guidelines.

this i KNOW, Trusting Your Unknown Future To A Known God by Laura Dingman, Moody Publishers

“When so much is unknown, we need to refocus on what is known-

-about our God and His Word”.

Laura Dingman, A Note From the Author

This I KNOW is a 4-6 week bible study guide that Laura Dingman incorporates bible scriptures, personal experiences, and learning opportunities.  Each of the six chapters begins with an introduction followed by five days of study in one week. Every day the bible study ends with a “Prayer for the Day” that the participant reads and is encouraged to create prayer of their choosing. Lastly, the “Journaling Prompt” is where questions are asked of the reader to prepare a written response.

In Week 2 – Day 2, you are introduced to the.”SOAP study method of engaging with Scripture.”  SOAP is Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. The study guide also includes poems and prayers from people of different backgrounds such as a bishop, a Christian King and a Christian Author.

Dingman explores the uneasiness of not knowing where your future is heading, but gives reassurance to Christian followers through discussion and studying bible scripture. She discusses the difference between gnosis (what is known-knowledge) and epignosis (what is definitely known-definite and full knowledge).

Laura Dingman’s this I KNOW is a great way to study the Bible and either begin or continue journaling. I recommend to all bible study persons on an individual and or group setting.

This book was provided to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions Guidelines.

Because He Lives-A Devotional Journal for Easter by Jennifer Flanders, Prescott Publishing

Because He Lives-A Devotional Journal for Easter

by Jennifer Flanders, Prescott Publishing 

“As you work your way through these pages and you consider the unsurpassing riches of His grace, I pray your heart will sing with mine, “Hallelujah! What a Savior!” –Jennifer Flanders, Introduction, page 1

Because He Lives is a devotional journal that begins with ‘Christ’s Coming Foretold, that uses scriptures throughout from the New King James (NKJV), New American Standard Bible (NASB), God’s Word Translation (GWT), King James (KJ), and English Standard Bible (ESB) bibles. There is a space to write your thoughts and prayers with delightful drawings pertaining to each captioned page.

Included in the journal is the” Passion Week: Who Said What? Quiz” that includes 20 statements and triggers definite thinking. The drawings and Bible scriptures on each page encourages what you believe to be your beliefs and views on the subject and or topic at hand. The page header captions are cleverly written with style form the inspiration of Bible scripture. Naming a few: Born to Die, Betrayed with a Kiss, No Fault in This Man, It is Finished, and Why are You Weeping? Further, into the journal, there is mention of eight crowns, being one of righteousness and another of knowledge.

Flanders put a lot of thoughtfulness into this Easter journal for everyone to ponder and enjoy at leisure. The recommendation, for all who loves journaling from thought provoking scripture and beautiful drawings.

I received this book in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission Guidelines through the Book Crash reviewer program in exchange for an honest review. 

NKJV, Vines Expository Bible, A Guided Journey Through the Scriptures with Pastor Jerry Vines By Jerry Vines, Thomas Nelson Publishers

The Vines Expository Bible, A Guided Journey Through the Scriptures 

with Pastor Jerry Vines

So, with the prayer that you will experience the same abounding joy 

I did as a nine-year-old boy, I invite you to begin your journey through 

The Vines Expository Bible!

- Pastor Jerry Vines, Letter of Greeting 

Pastor Jerry Vines is a well renowned “Baptist pastor and teacher for over 60 years” (inside back cover). He has taken on the task of adding his interpretations of Bible Scripture through “Introducing’ (each book of the Bible); “Discerning the Message,” along with “Applying the Message” and “Living the Message.” I chose a small scripture to give an idea of what was learned while perusing the The Vines Expository Bible.

         

          (15) “who show the work of the law written in their hearts, their

          conscience also bearing witness, and between themselves

their thoughts accusing or else excusing (them) (16) in the day when God will judge the secrets of men by Jesus Christ, according to my gospel.”

          Discerning the Meaning – Romans 2:15

Heart – The original form of the Greek word kardia, means “to quiver” or “to palpitate,” denoting the action of the heart muscle. Our word cardiac has its origins here. This word refers specifically to the heart organ but more generally to the center of life and the seat of thoughts, morality, and emotion. Kardia makes no separation between the physical boy and the soul—both are encapsulated in one word. All the actions of one’s inner life take place in the heart, including personality, mental activity, feelings, understanding and will (Rom. 2:15). The Lord sees the thoughts and intentions of the heart, and he dwells within our heats through faith.

Pastor Vines shares his knowledge on applying discernment to scripture and explains in a way that is easily understood. “Applying the Message – Romans 3:22)” …So, rather than asking, do you believe, my question to you is in whom do you believe? Have you placed your trust in Jesus Christ?

The Vines Expository Bible is a good Bible to add to any collection already in use and an excellent addition to your regular Bible(s) and recommended to all seeking deeper knowledge and discernment of Bible Scripture.

I received this book from Thomas Nelson Publishing, in accordance with Federal Trade Commission Guidelines, in exchange for an honest review through the Book Reviewer Program.