Inspiring, a true soldier for the Lord
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.We all complain, grumble and feel sorry for ourselves, read this and you'll find true soldiers for the Lord. I can't even imagine going through what Corrie and her family went through and still were willing to witness and rejoice - I'm so glad I read this and will pass it along for my daughter.
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Truly amazing story, one of bravery, selflessness, and spirituality. I enjoyed cover to cover. Saw him on Glenn Beck 's show and purchased his book immediately. I finished in under 24 hours. I couldn't put it down. All I can say is thank you for your sacrifices and may God return your family to you some day.
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What a blessing to be so moved and inspired by the Spirit that one feels compelled to put those thoughts in print so that any other may have the opportunity to read, and be blessed by, that inspiration.  This is exactly what John Cimbala has done with his novel.  He has taken the infallible Word of God and made it not only an interesting narrative, but also an accessible text for any reader.  Drawing a deeper understanding of the creation story, and ramifications thereof, may have been the intent of John's book, but what really touches the reader is this man's devotion to and love of the Lord.  His weaving together of Bible verses, engaging narrative and Adam's prayers speaks to what the book actually is:  a Gift from God through one humble servant.
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Twelve Unlikely Heroes
By: John MacArthur

I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers in exchange for a review. Twelve Unlikely Heroes caught my attention because sometimes I feel insignificant, like there is no way God could use me or my abilities to do His work. If you feel this way sometimes, too, then this book is for you. By reading the front flap we learn, "We have reason to hope. God can use anyone to accomplish His purposes. The testimonies of these biblical saints demonstrate a powerful truth--that God delights to work through weak, imperfect, and broken people in order to showcase His power, wisdom, and love." No matter what your ability or talent, even if you think you don't have any, God can use your willingness to show His love, truth, and glory.

John MacArthur reveals the stories behind Enoch, Joseph, Miriam, Gideon, Jonathan, Jonah, Esther, John the Baptist, James, and Mark. If God could use a rebel, a social misfit, and a coward in the Bible, He can use the same kinds of people now. All you need to supply is the willingness to do His will. As stated in the introduction, "The greatest heroes are those who are the human means God uses to change people forever--for their good and His glory." Most of the time it is the most unexpected and ordinary people God uses. In Jonah's case, he was running from God; he would rather die than preach forgiveness to the Ninevites.  Despite his determined disobedience and running away, God still used him.

This book is for anyone who needs encouragement or is interested in the back stories of these biblical saints. If you feel that you don't have the ability or talent to be of use to God, be encouraged! If you are willing, God is able. Step out in faith and let Him use you to perform His glory!
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After reading your book, I am so encourage by your strength and love for the Lord. This is such an inspiring story of courage, and the will to restore your body and mind. It shows that God is still in charge.
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Wonderful book recounting the hardships of war and the courage of the U.S. Military.  General Boykin's faith is a perfect example of the fact that God will intervene on behalf of those who have the courage to believe in Him and call to Him.  I am a 76-year-old Great-Grandmother who thanks God daily for men (and brave women) such as General Boykin who KNOW history and are not willing to see it repeat itself through evil dictators, despots and terrorists.  May God help us all if the "snowflakes" of today become the leaders of tomorrow!!
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I read this faithfully. This personal scriptures on the side of the pages carry me thru battle thoughout the day. The prayers and the basics are a great tools for war also. I'M A SOLDIER IN THE ARMY FOR MY LORD!
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I had the privilege of writing this book on Manley Beasley. He was a wonderful man of God and taught me faith by his life each and every day I was around him.

I first met Manley when God had raised him up from his deathbed. He had a wonderful sense of humor and raised some wonderful children who are being used by God today.

He and Jack Taylor, Ron Dunn and others he ministered with touched thousands of lives across this world.

I learned about faith from him more than any other man of God I listened to.

My own ministry in the 70's, the True Vine, in Grand Prairie,TX was where I ministered while these great men discipled me and helped me in my first years of ministry.

How I thank God for this man. The book tells of Manley's life and a comment he made to me one day.

"Brother Hensley, If I sin, I start to die, for Jesus keeps me alive by his life." The title of the book was based on this statement.

I meet many people who've sat under Brother Manley, and were blessed so greatly by him. He was a rare man of God who changed your life by his presence, his message and counsel.

Next to my dad, he was the greatest christian man I ever met.

Since I am the author and still own the rights to the manuscript, I'm thinking about reprinting it some day. It is a lesson in faith and how one man of God lived the Life of Jesus every day.

If you can find a copy, for they are very rare, I believe with all my heart it will bless you; not for my writing, but because of the holy life of Manley sharing his faith walk and his love of Jesus in its pages.

There is a wonderful anointing in its pages because of this blessed man.

Please enjoy.

Be Blessed.

Your Humble Servant,
Robert H Hensley
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Keith McKim is an amazing man who inspires me every day. In honor of him and all the men and women who have served our country I feel I should give high praise to his new audio book about the SOG members who received the Medal of Honor in the Viet Nam war. In his 60s he began to do what he truly loved and after hard work and many set backs, he is achieving what he set out to do. This is just one aspect of his vast set of talents. He is a writer, a public speaker, an honored veteran, an entrepreneur, a sitting tap dancer, an auctioneer, a warrior, an activist, and the list goes on.

This audio book is a detailed and moving piece that truly captures these honorable men's stories of heroism. He captures this not only with his words but also in the way he speaks, because we know that he was a fellow Green Beret SOG member and he conveys, with a powerful voice, the chaos, heartache, bravery, and honor in being in MACVSOG. "Vietnam Green Berets SOG" not only will tell you how and why these 13 men received the medal of honor, it will give you a glimpse into their life, it will explain Special Forces Culture, it will show you that any one of us can become a hero, it will move you deeply.  I have heard Keith speak for years and heard many of his stories. This is one of his finest works and I recommend you share this with your fathers, your children, your friends, our veterans, and everyone who takes pride in what our service men and women do for us and our country.

(Pictures show slight damage to CD case due to mishandling by USPS)
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This is the type of person, and his account of endurance by young men that is missing in todays culture. The lack of appreciation of the hardships endured for freedom is demonstrated in this book. The authors humility is apparent through out this book, and is a real inspiration for all those that disrespect our country.

Every NFL player that kneels for the National Anthem should be required to read this. Maybe it would help them to understand what a joke they are.
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Being an American, I found it fascinating to see post-WWII life through young Bonnke's life in Europe. But, it was way more than that...His life in Christ is just extraordinary~!  You will want to read it over and over. I attended a breakfast hosted by Bonnke's ministry in March '11 in Houston. He stood on a ladder and gave an impartation. The Glory of God this man carries is amazing. My body felt the heaviness of the Glory as I approached Bonnke in the line, and I approached him bent over. When his hand touched my head, I fell straight down so fast that his associates could not catch me. I thank God for the life He has destined for such a powerful man of God. Be inspired for yourself and read this book.
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It's extremely difficult to fathom that Oleg and his Brother Lev were able to survive the dangerous ordeals that they experienced from a very young age.  There were so many times while reading this book, when their lives were hanging by a thin thread.  But somehow, they struggled and persevered day in and day out through this unparalleled journey through one of the most horrific periods in the recent history of warfare.  "Flying With The Enemy" represents and depicts the true characteristics that Oleg stood for throughout his entire life.  First and foremost.....Oleg was a proud and patriotic bomber pilot in the Royal Yugoslavian Air Force.  He was courageous, honest, faithful, and kept his beliefs true to his heart in every aspect of his life.  His love and faith in God served as the foundation for how Oleg lived his life as a Father, Husband and a Man with the utmost integrity.  Oleg's memoirs serve as a documented and incredible journey through his life, to be shared with Family, Friends and all those who wish to learn about the historical struggle of a true hero and a great man.
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I had the pleasure of hearing the author of this book speak in person at our local church while I was in the middle of reading this book.  Mr. Goff is an inspiring individual with a compelling true story.  His charitable work is inspiring and right.  I encourage you to "peak" into the book for yourself, if you haven't already.  Or look up one of many Podcasts from his personal appearances.  Then, go buy the book - and help him help others.
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The Hard Corps: Combat Training for the Man of God is a rallying cry for men in the church to ready themselves for battle in service of King Jesus. Dai Hankey goes about accomplishing his task through several preparatory "combat training sessions" (which consist of a summary point, a Scripture passage to read, and some questions for reflection) that set the stage for a creative exposition of 2 Samuel 23:8-39, which focuses upon a cast of characters who were all great warriors serving under King David.

Hankey's keen observations about the bravery, obedience, and faith of these warriors are enough to stir anyone into combat so long as they have a heart to serve. But his equally keen observations about their troubled pasts, their many failures, or their lack of recognition are enough to inspire confidence in those of us who might not feel quite up to the task. All every point Hankey rightly recognizes that spiritual warfare is real and he believes that the man of God needs to be equipped.

When it's all said and done, this is a book about God's calling, empowering, and most importantly, his loving-kindness and grace. Hankey's call to arms is really a call to loving the LORD with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength, which manifests itself in our love for others and our obedience to what God asks of us. Being a soldier in the LORD's army isn't about physical strength or one's ability to fight; it's about recognizing our own weakness and depending on God to get us through every battle.

The creative exposition is supplemented with plenty of personal anecdotes about being a dad, a husband, a DJ, and probably most relatable to most readers, a sinner, which helps to make this book relevant for a wide range of men. Whether you struggle with fear, pride, pornography, apathy, or something else, I'm confident that Hankey has a prophetic word for you. The intended audience seems to be late teen to early 30s given Hankey's vernacular, which btw, is not affected much by his Welsh accent, but there's plenty that will be useful to older men as well.

The call to step up and be better sons/brothers/husbands/fathers is timely and welcome. His language can be a little colorful at times (e.g., when he refers to getting kicked in the nuts [112]), but it's really no big deal. Still though, parents presenting this to their young boys might want to take this into consideration before doing so. I thoroughly enjoyed this one and would recommend it to the men in my church without hesitation.

Here are a few takeaway quotations:

"...we need to be more than just inspired to live for Jesus. We need to be empowered!" (16)

 "Men who don't look to Jesus will always face defeat, whereas men who are fixated by Jesus fight like they're unbeatable--because they are!" (19)

"No soldier in the heat of battle ever complained that he had received too much combat training. You can never be too prepared for war. Effective training requires considerable discipline and sacrifice." (33)

"Do you really want your obituary to read: `I got 5,000,000 points while escaping from demon monkeys in Temple Run. Beat that!'?

That's not a legacy.

That's a tragedy." (113)
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Sister Minnesotan Holly Aho, a resident of Glencoe, MN along with her husband and four sons, is among other things a military blogger, an artist, and a member of Soldiers Angels, whose website is SoldiersAngels.org. In "From Here to There," she tells the reader how she happened to join the Soldiers Angels, a volunteer support group for our military veterans and those wounded in action. She explains the dedication of this organization in the following verse:

  "May no soldier go unloved.

  May no soldier walk alone.

  May no soldier be forgotten.

  Until they all come home."

Holly Aho has written an inspiring story, filled with her personal observations and experiences. She intersperses it with letters and comments from soldiers and from other military personnel whom have been befriended and touched by the Soldiers Angels. It also documents the kindness and generosity of the folks back home, who willingly donate gifts to this fine mission. Her book, written in the first person, is a labor of love for her chosen volunteer work, and her dedication to the organization and its goals is reflected in every page.

"From Here to There" is not fiction, and it is not a novel. It is nonfiction, written about real events and real military heroes of today. It is written as a journal or a diary with several vignettes, and like The Diary of Anne Frank from World War II, it could be the inspiration for a play or a movie. It could also be serialized and appear in military magazines or other magazines dealing with the efforts that our unsung military personnel heroes are involved in on a daily basis. It would make an inspiring recruitment story for the Soldiers Angels and other support groups for our military personnel.

"From Here to There" is a very specialized piece of writing and is not written for the entertainment of a general audience. At slightly over 100 pages, it is a quick read that leaves the reader impressed with the realities of the war in Iraq and those who struggle, suffer, and die for the ideals that brought us into that war in the first place. It is rated a four in all categories. Congratulations, Holly Aho, and keep up the good work!

Gloomwing.com POD Book Review by Steven M. Ulmen
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This is a biography of a rough and tumble kid from California who grew up in a dysfunctional family,  joined the Marines out of high school, went to Vietnam, and like many others who endured the horrors of combat, came back to the states was a changed man. What ensued were years of highs and lows- tremendous success and horrendous defeats. Prison, drugs, booze, high-speed car chases, motorcycle accidents, biker gangs, all part of the story of a man that the Lord felt was worth salvaging. Ron's life is a story book of redemption, forgiveness, restoration, grace, mercy, and freedom. Like the Bible says, he who the Son sets free is free indeed- well this couldn't be more true for Ron Brandon. He's more than a Marine, a great friend and chaplain. Ron is a man of God and his story reflects that. A really great true story. Very well written. So encouraging to read. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a true story that will encourage, instill hope, and help you as you journey through life's storms!
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The story of Gen. Curry is inspirational.  He describes some of the obstacles he faced in the military because of his ethnic background from the viewpoint of an overcomer, rather than a victim.  His integrity and courage stand out.  His faith in God is part of the story, but his wife's book, "The General's Lady," gives much more detail on the spiritual side of their family.