Peter: The Man Who Went On An Adventure With Jesus by Robby Roberson

 

From The Back Cover:

Peter: The Man Who Went On An Adventure With Jesus is a biographical study of the life of the apostle Peter, including each New Testament even where we encounter him. It is the story of his life from his first exposure to Jesus Christ until the last New Testament scene involving him. His life is so raw and real that it is applicable to all and has  lasting lessons for our own adventure with Jesus.

My Review:

I have often heard that Peter had foot in mouth disease! I can so relate to that! How many times have I stuck my foot in my mouth? But just like Peter our Lord forgives us, reproves us gently and builds us up to be better human beings and more like Him. This study of Peter's life is relatable, applicable and inspiring. There were several passages that touched my heart. Chapter two(The Day I Had A Sinking Feeling) really touched my heart several times and I had some favorite parts underlined:

"there are two kinds of storms: storms of correction, when God disciplines us, and storms of perfection when God helps us grow." "So remember (Peter would say), you can be right in the center of the will of God and the seas of life can really get rough!" 

Also in Chapter 2:

"You may be on the sea and you may be in a storm, but the Lord Jesus is in heaven praying for you(Heb. 7:25)! Be encouraged to endure. Be encouraged to do His will!"

Those are just a few passages that touched me. So many gems used from Peter's life to inspire us and to encourage us to not give up and to keep going on and growing in Jesus. 

If you desire a closer walk with the Lord be sure to grab this book and study about a man who walked with Jesus. He definitely had an adventure with the Creator and we can too!

In Honor's Defense by Karen Witemeyer

 When Damaris Baxter’s brother passes away Damaris heads to Texas to care for her 15 year old nephew. Hoping that she and Nathaniel can have the same relationship they once shared years ago Damaris is not prepared for the rebellion and anger that Nathaniel presents to her. When their neighbor hires Luke Davenport, one of the infamous Hanger’s Horsemen, to find out who is rustling his cattle the first suspect is Nathaniel because of all of the mischief he has caused. When Luke meets the rustlers and is left for dead he is taken to Nathaniel and Damaris’s home to be cared for. Can Luke, Nathaniel and Damaris prove that someone killed her brother and is now out to kill them before it is too late?

I love the Horsemen! I love both Damaris and Luke, they make a great couple. I loved that Damaris came across as invisible and quiet but yet had the backbone and stubbornness to love Nathaniel and stand up for him. I loved the mystery and danger surrounding Damaris’s brothers death. It made the story exciting and kept my interest. It was also fun to catch up with the other horsemen. A sweet and exciting read that as always satisfied and entertained and above all left me ready for more books by this author!