Love Through Challenge
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This wasn't bad at all.  I rather liked some of the parts, other sections were just a bit unbelievable, for me any way.  Hopeless romantics will most likely enjoy those sections.  All and all  it was fairly well written and well thought out.  There were a few surprises and I did learn a thing or too, as well.
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Love is powerful. We crave to experience it and to share it. If you've lost hope of being loved or having someone to love this book is for you. I didn't want the book to end.
I felt like I was walking with a lover compelled to tell stories about his beloved.
Nicholas Deere began the story by showing the need for a lover. Then he shared in the most delicate way how he sought to meet his need. This sequed to his true Lover finding him. The best part for me is how the love of Christ transformed him into a man who could love a woman the way Christ loves the church.
Top takeaway: Don't lose hope.
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I'm "crazy" about this book!  It's super challenging and point you to scripture as the foundation of learning how to really love.  This book will stay on my bookshelf amongst my favorite reads.  Thanks Francis!
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This book challenges us to remember God's love for the poor and how there is tremendous joy when we partner with him in being a blessing to the least in society.  I also loved the personal stories and theme of God's healing presence with us throughout all the trials of life.
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I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review. What would you do for love?  In this well written story that touches on love, loyalty and commitment of family and friends, you can feel the strong emotions that it draws upon. Lord Richard Smith a RAF commander in the war steps on an IED losing his legs in Afghanistan. This tragedy causes Lord Richard to break off his engagement to his fiance Giulianna. By cutting off his engagement he sets into play life altering changes that affects not only him but Giulianna as well. It takes a wedding event to bring closeure and possibly a second chance at love to heal old wounds. I found this story to be emotionally challenging as it hits on what families and the world itself deals with in terms of how warfare effects us all and sheds light on its outcome.
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Evie and Jack are from two different worlds. She keeps everything organized and precise, and he lives in the moment. She lives in a nice house, while he lives on the other side of the tracks. But there is a subtle draw between them that creates the same draw in the reader  to turn the next page, to read just one more chapter!

How easy it is to become so busy with church activities that our focus is entirely within the walls of the church. Unfortunately, remaining completely in the church like that keeps us from getting out into the world to be the hands and feet of Jesus to those who need to know His love.

Jack pulls Evie from that very situation, taking her out of her comfort zone and into a world of need. The Hearts We Mend is a sweet story that may challenge you to get out of your comfort zone and find hearts to impact for Christ.

(I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for a  review. The thoughts expressed here are entirely my own.)
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Sharon, your challenge came at the most opportune moment. My husband and I have been married almost 14 years and we have four children ranging from 6-12. His love language is encouragement and gifts, mine is acts of service. I felt like a clean house and home cooked meal made him feel loved. I stink at thinking of ways to encourage and romance my husband. Actually, I thought I stunk at it until your challenge. I have realized that I just needed something to bring romance to the front of my mind first thing in the day, which made it easier to look for ways to make him feel special. He is a very happy camper and so am I!!!!!!!
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My husband and I are doing the challenge now. I am absolutely loving it. They give us ideas and ways to express our love for each other in ways we have not thought of. Although we are still some what in the early stages of our marriage with an infant, this helped me to see my husband from a new light. I feel like our relationship is fun again and not just so routine and all consumed with our infant.
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Up to the Challenge was a great follow up to Meant to Be.  I'm not a romance novel person, but these aren't all "mushy" yet give you a warm feeling inside.  Love the stories, and hoping for follow up stories on this family!
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This is an inspirational reminder for self or friend facing a particular challenge.
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This was a wonderful story of love that can beat any thing. I loved it.
Through thick and thin love will win out.
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Very personal challenges that we all experience in relationships.  I thought I was the only one who had these experiences.  Humorous, touching, with personal encounters with God.  Answers to make relationships better.
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Beth has written another great Bible study using her gift of colorful storytelling combined with practical truth from God's Word. You will find yourself challenged and encouraged by the faith of Esther. A blessing for every woman seeking to fulfill the special purpose God has for her life! Mary Singer Wick, bestselling author of "My Heart's Desire: A Journey Toward Finding Extravagant Love".
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Great challenge to not just be "hearers of The Word" but "doers of The Word". Too often we Christians get caught up in arguing over big christian words like sanctification, glorification, and election...but forget that the greatest commandment is to LOVE. This book reminded me to do just that daily. Highly recommend!
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There is a great message in this book.  Being kind is worth the effort for everyone and helps grow love.
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Emotionally gripping with testimony that anything is possible with God. Motivated by love, the author perseveres to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges, one step at a time. I encourage him to continue writing.
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Finding true love at any age is challenging, but after loss of a lifetime mate, would be insurmountable for many. This is a book of adventure, discovery, hope, and fulfilment both physical and emotional for a mature woman who is anxious to taste new experiences. It is a chance for the reader to absorb a totally new culture along with the main character.  This is a worthwhile read, a well written book for you to carry to that comfortable chair for an enjoyable few hours.