Enlightening but not Easy

The Founders’ Key written by Larry P. Arnn is an enlightening read but not an easy read. Dr. Arnn emphasizes the unity and importance of both the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. These are the pillars of our country on which our liberties hang. Both of these documents have guided our nation to become the first self-governing nation. These two documents made our nation great; however, not everyone thinks so. Many politicians think these documents are outdated, and some would like to redesign the Declaration of Independence to suit their agendas today. Dr. Arnn shows how each document combines together to uphold our nation’s freedoms and rights. He reveals how the Constitution and Declaration of Independence emphasizes less government control. Both documents are needed to prevent us from losing more and more of our liberties. This book provides the information necessary to understand the debate on the constitution and to defend our liberties. It is not an “easy” read, but it is full of information about the Constitution and Declaration of Independence. It includes some of the federalist letters by James Madison , also. It is very enlightening although discouraging when one considers the direction our country is going.

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Then Sings My Soul

Then Sings My Soul by Robert J. Morgan---I have read several hymn story books but this one is my favorite. This book is not just about individual hymn stories, but it gives a brief look into the history of where the hymn began. Mr. Morgan makes each story flow into the next by keeping them in order by time beginning with the Bible references to hymns and progressing to present day hymn and worship music. I reminisced with hymns I was familiar, and became acquainted with some for the first time. Even the stories that I had heard before were filled with extra information. Like the story of “It Is Well With My Soul” I had heard numerous times, but Mr. Morgan included several facts about Horatio Spafford’s life that I was unaware. I also was introduced to some new song writers and singers like Stuart Townend and Keith Getty who wrote “In Christ Alone.” What a beautiful “modern day” hymn. I loved learning the rules for congregational singing written by John Wesley in 1761. Our choirs still need to be reminded today to “Have an ear to God in every word you sing. Aim at pleasing Him more than yourself…” I was excited to learn that Warren Wiersbe taught that music began with the Trinity, and according to scripture, every member of the Trinity sings. There was so much to learn and enjoy from this book. I found myself reading with a highlighter in hand so I could easily reference the “great parts” in the future. This was my first book by Robert J. Morgan; it made me want to read more by him. Great, enjoyable read! Music lovers, do not miss it!

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Smitten!

If you are looking for an enjoyable lighthearted read, then try Smitten by Colleen Coble, Kristin Billerbeck, Diann Hunt, and Denise Hunter. I loved the idea of four authors working together. The story is about a small town called Smitten which has fallen on hard economic times. To avoid total collapse of the town four ladies pull together to save it. They decide to capitalize on the town name by making it a get away for couples. Of course, most of the “manly” men of the town thought this was ridiculous. Join each author as they each take one of the ladies and share her story of making their idea a reality and along the way fall in love themselves. Kristin Billerbeck and Colleen Coble are two of my favorite authors who have proven time again that they are great writers. I was not as familiar with the other two authors but their stories were just as entertaining. This book is like reading four books in the same series. Even though each story is by a different author, it read like it was by the same person. Fun read. Give it a try only 345 pages.

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