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"This is your Brain, this is your Brain on Drugs."
Do you remember those great commercials with the cast iron frying pan "This is your brain." In drops an egg that starts to sizzle "This is your brain on drugs." ?? I do and truly I thought they were the best description of what happens when you abuse your brain. I picked up a copy of Terri Blackstock's new book "Intervention" recently. If you are not familiar with Terri's writing she is best described as an "up all night" reading author. You literally start on page one and can't quit - perhaps like an addiction. A great suspense read from start to finish but one that really make me want to shelter my children from drugs in every way possible! If you need a book to read this spring this is a good one!
An honest look at "Self-Help" Books
I have a particular take on self help books. Many people disagree with my stance and that is why bookstores are loaded with self help guides. Because they sell. We figure if we buy a book on "how to" we will find miraculous answers. Truth be told, we are actually just reading another persons take on the issue. See what it really boils down to is - perspective . Granted the authors often have education and experiences that help them conceive these written works. Yet, I get so frustrated when people refer to the books as though they are the "only way, that is "what the book says to do." Sure, ok. You see I have a pretty cynical stance. It all started last year when I really examined the issue of perspective in great detail. The process helped me to realize that it is good to read, explore alternative points of view but to understand that in context they (the authors) are just human, offering another view and perhaps a fresh look. Therefore, I now view self-help a...
Do you have a way to look back and see?
Do you journal? I know many of us blog and surely that is a good account and record of events but it is public we are less likely to transpire personal details and events that we might later need to be recall. Why? For the purpose of seeing God's hand in action. Seeing how change took place. Sadly, I don't journal. I know I probably should but then again, I look back sometimes and think I am glad I can't remember everything. The greatest loss of course is seeing how it all fit together, each part working out for good and a purpose. Recently I picked up Julie Klassen's The Silent Governess. A superb read and one that I recommend you try out. It is has a good strong story line and reads easily. Although, it is from long ago. Meaning, if you like Pride and Prejudice type stories this is a great one for you. The main character finds her life in a twist of events that truly challenge her ability to see past each day. As you hope for change and better circumstances more...
Do you believe in Angels?
Truly I can't imagine that almost everyone has some inkling that there are Angels. We are lovers of mystic creatures. Those things that are perhaps like ourselves but not really like us, those that have special powers and can do things we only dream of doing, are often fantasized after. If you don't believe me, just take a look at this past year for books on Vampires, Movies on Vampires, and even TV shows on Vampires. They have flooded the scene. Dr. David Jeremiah wrote a very revealing and captivating book about the existence of Angels. It was a fresh take on not only if they exist but who they are and how you might recognize them. The book uses scripture and research to fuse together answers of who are Angels but more importantly why there are Angels. Don't miss your chance to find the answers. Click here to order a copy. Disclaimer: This book was provided for review from Waterbrook Multnomah Publishers.