Bible Journaling Kit #BibleJournalingKit #FlyBy #Giveaway

Do you Bible journal? I didn't until today. I actually was given an opportunity to start for free with a Bible Journaling Kit by Ellie Claire. For the past year, I have been pinning and pining away at all of the beautiful and creative Bible journal and journalers out there. I had almost decided that I just don't spend enough time in my Bible and that God is never going to bless me with the artistic ability to get that artistic in His word- yeah, I've had this kit for a few weeks and have been procrastinating at using it. Guess what was revealed to me today? It doesn't matter. It's my Bible. It's what HE says to me. It's what I write down. It's what I will look back on and my kids will look back on and see that I read and wrote.



For the past month in or children's ministry our verse has been Romans 12:10- Honor. Then in the past week, I have been reading the Karen Kingsbury Redemption series- don't ask me why I have never read this series. It is a MUST READ!  Anyway, God has started speaking some Romans into my life lately. Y'all didn't know you were going to get an entire Bible lesson and confession from me today, did you?

Alright, alright, back to the journaling kit...

About the Product
You can create a work of art on the pages of your favorite Bible. Draw, color, or journal your thoughts, dreams, and prayers. Highlight your favorite verses or the encouragements that speak to your heart with pencils, stickers, and tabs. Kit includes:
·         4 sheets of word stickers
·         4 sheets of alphabet stickers
·         24 tab stickers
·         8 colored pencil twists
·         1 journaling pen
·         1 pouch with adjustable strap to fit Bibles of all sizes
·         1 ruled page protector mat with tracing lines

My Bible is not a "journaling Bible" it does not have extra space in the margins, and that is okay for this kit. Mine is a Women's Study Bible and contains some extra explanations at the bottom, that is where I will put my illustrations and notes. The colored pencils are really nice and I feel confident that they will not rip my pages. They also erased easily. I also like how I can color over my words and still see them.

One of my blessed readers is going to get their very own Bible Journaling Kit! Who wants it? All you have to do is enter on the easy Rafflecopter form below. Only one question is mandatory. I want to know: What Bible verse will you journal first?

**Bonus: Enter on my blog, but also enter here! As part of this promotion, they are going to be hosting their own giveaway and are going to be giving away 5 different kits. Enter at this link: http://bit.ly/BibleJournalingKitGiveaway (The link also offers free downloads of several coloring pages).

You can purchase the Bible Journaling Kit at these online retailers.

Barnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/BNBibleJournaling
Amazon: http://bit.ly/BibleJournaling
Books-A-Million: http://bit.ly/BAMBibleJournaling
Christian Book Distributors: http://bit.ly/CBDBibleJournaling

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Where Jesus Slept- Book Review & Giveaway #WhereJesusSlept #Flyby

Halloween is finally over. But, Fall has barely begun here in Oklahoma. The leaves have barely began to fall and most are still green. Never mind that most of us still need to mow our grass. Thanksgiving is a little over two weeks away, Christmas is only 47 days. ONLY 47 days!!! Okay, I'm not gonna lie to you, I've been watching Christmas movies, I've even bought one gift. And of course the reading around here to our little friend has started to be all about that wonderful time of the year. When FlyBy Promotions contacted me in October about the opportunity to review a Christmas story, of course I said, yes! Even though this book is a little above Miss K's reading level, it doesn't hurt her practice her fluency with me or with the little guy pictured above.

This book is one that must be added to your Christmas library. First of all, I love hard back books at Christmas, I used to love wrapping up 24 gifts/books at Christmas time as an advent and reading each night to my kids. It was a great way to enforce the Christmas story and magic in them. And honestly, the more manger stories, the better. The repetition in this book is terrific. By the end of the book, the almost four year old was repeating words like COW, BED, and JESUS! As you can see from the cover above the book is just beautiful.

One of my blessed readers is going to get their very own copy of this book? Who wants it? Enter on the easy Rafflecopter form below, or order on Amazon (not an affiliate link).

About the book:
“This is the bed where Jesus slept. This is the straw that lined the bed where Jesus slept.” From here, the story builds with each spread, adding a new element and explaining the relationships among the participants and witnesses to the first Christmas. From Jesus sleeping sweetly to the wise men bringing gifts, this charming book reminds readers young and not-so-young of the joyous event we celebrate at Christmastime. Children will love the delightful illustrations and the engaging repetition in this cumulative tale.


Format: jacketed hardcover
Trim size: 10x10
Page count: 32
Retail price: $16.99
Reading age: 4-7


About the author:
Norma Lewis is the author of ten books. She lives in Grand Haven, MI, with a marmalade cat named Scalawag. They both love spending time with her six grandchildren, ranging in age from three to twenty.
Illustrated by Katy Hudson.

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Would a Worm Go on a Walk? Book Review & Giveaway #WormOnAWalk #FlyBY #Giveaway

Miss K and I were given the opportunity by FlyBy to read a new book to our little friends who visit us each week. Unfortunately, the reading to the friends won't happen until next week, since we just got the book. But, that didn't stop BOTH my kids from picking up this book and reading it. YES, I said both- even a 15 1/2 year old was drawn to this book. Maybe it was the beautifully illustrated cover. It's funny because even the simplest of books can teach the biggest lessons in life. God created us all unique. We are wonderfully made, loved and special.

About the book:
“Would a worm go on a walk, if you could lead him down the street? Would he wear his tiny tennies, if he had two worm-sized feet?”

So begins this humorous and imaginative picture book that introduces children to the idea that animals are uniquely created by a loving and wise God. Would a Worm Go on a Walk?, with its colorful, comical illustrations, is a fresh, fun way to teach young children that God created all things very good. He gave all the animals, and children, too, wonderful qualities and unique strengths. Children will giggle over the ridiculous scenarios presented, and they will come away with the knowledge that we all are loved and special.

Format: Jacketed hardcover
Page count: 32
Reading age: 4-7

About the author:
Hannah C. Hall is the author of best-selling children’s books, including God Bless You and Good Night and God Bless Our Christmas, as well as an award-winning blog, HannahCHall.com. Hannah lives in Prairie Grove, AK with her husband, Josh, a worship pastor, and their four children.


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Esther: The Belle of Patience, Book #2 in The Adventures of Rooney Cruz Bible Belles Series Review #FlyBy #BibleBelles

It's summer. WooHoo!!!  The one thing my kids hate to do in the summer is anything that remotely looks like school, including READING. As a mom and an avid reader, this breaks my heart. When FlyBy Promotions contacted me about reading and reviewing the latest book in Bible Belle's series, my Moma wheels started turning. How can I make Miss K enjoy reading this summer... To be honest she doesn't like to read, because she is slow, and feels like she doesn't do a great job at it.

I haven't shared on the blog yet, but Miss K now has a YouTube channel- Miss K's Corner. Yes, she is now an aspiring YouTuber.  She has 7 videos, with 7 subscribers, and a total of 343 likes total. Believe me, she can rattle those stats off like nobody's business. Anyway, if she can vlog about something she does, a DIY, a shopping haul, or something else, then MAYBE I can get her to read a book and vlog about it.

MISSION SUCCESSFUL. Take a look at this. I'll admit, this was a huge lesson for both of us. My comfort in reading, meets her comfort behind the camera. Her discomfort in reading, met my discomfort of self behind camera. What a lesson the Belles are teaching us both.



"About the series: Bible Belles’ The Adventure of Rooney Cruz is an original children’s series that presents real life heroes like never before. The series highlights five superhero women of the Bible: Hannah, Esther, Abigail, Ruth and Deborah.

THE SOUND OF THE BELLES WILL BE H.E.A.R.D. -EXODUS 28:35

We’re setting out to present women in the Bible in a way that has never been done before. We want girls to connect with them and find out what being truly beautiful is all about. We want girls to remember their names, their stories, and how special they are."

We were sent an e-book/pdf of  Esther: The Belle of Patience. I just love how the women of the Bible are being compared to modern day girls. Esther releases in June 2016. One of my blessed readers is going to get their very own copy of this book to add to their library. Will it be you? Just enter on the easy Rafflecopter form below.

Book Trailer:

Bible Belle's Esther: The Belle of Patience from Bible Belles on Vimeo.



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The Legend of the Easter Robin: An Easter Story of Compassion and Faith Review & Giveaway

This morning out my living room window, I heard the sweetest sound. I grabbed my camera but it flew away as soon as I opened the door, it probably didn't help that two doors down there is a new house being built and they also had started pounding away with their hammers. I did capture him/her on top of my neighbors house though-not a great picture, but I got it.

A red breasted robin. This is how I know spring is officially around the corner. It won't be long and I will find that sweet nest, and hear even more sweet sounds. Did you know that there is a Legend of the Easter Robin? I didn't, until I was asked to review The Legend of the Easter Robin: An Easter Story of Compassion and Faith by Dandi Daley Mackall. The legend of the robin's breast is an old Pennsylvania Dutch tale. The point of the legend is a celebration of the robin's compassion and of Christ's sacrifice. 

Take a look at this video. 

Wow, huh? The story is so sweet and the pages are beautifully illustrated in this hard back book. I read it by myself first and I will be honest, I had a few tears flowing. Then when Miss K got home- she just turned 9, I had her read it aloud. We love adding books like this to our library. And this one was a bonus, because even I learned something new.

One of my readers is going to be blessed with their very own hardback copy of this book. The only required entry for this is to tell me who you will share this book with. Bonus entries are available!

About the book:
In the center of the nest lay one perfect egg, the color of a spring sky. The father robin sat on a branch nearby, guarding his family. Tressa spotted raccoon tracks below and a blue jay eyeing the nest. “Gran, how are we going to keep the egg safe?” “We’ll have to leave that one to the Creator,” Gran said. Robins have built a nest on the window ledge at Grandmother’s house! Tressa is thrilled―and concerned. What will happen to the sky-blue egg laid by the mother robin? As more eggs appear, Tressa witnesses the daily drama of the robins’ nest and learns how God cares for all creatures. Besides watching the birds, there are Easter eggs to color. And there is a very special story to hear―a tale of long ago about one small bird with a very big heart. How did the robin get its red breast? Tressa is about to find out as Gran tells her the story of the Easter robin. Brought to life with colorful, tender illustrations, The Legend of the Easter Robin will captivate and teach your child about compassion and faith.

Age Range: 4-8 years
Hardcover; 32 pages
Publish Date: January 26, 2016

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NIV Bible for Teen Girls: Growing In Faith.Hope.Love Review & Giveaway #NIVBibleforTeenGirls #FLYBY

I was once a teenage girl. Shocking, right? Ages 13-18, were TOUGH for me. Relationships between my parents, classmates, and siblings were not easy. Throw in the mix of hormones, boys, and decisions for my future and I was an all out hurricane. No one really knew this. I kept it together, kept it inside.  I didn't focus on my present, but rather than my future during those five years. It is something I regret to this day. I grew up way before I should have. Yes, God had me, but I didn't have His perfect assurance in my life to give it all to Him.

"The great people at Zondervan have designed a Bible for real teen girls with real lives. Today's teen girl needs reassurance that no issue is too big for God.  The NIV Bible for Teen Girls, designed specifically for girls ages 13 to 18, will do just that.  This Bible is packed with daily readings, highlighted promises of God, challenging insights, smart advice, and open discussions about the realities of life.  This Bible is designed to help teen girls grow in faith, hope, and love.  It is as sincere about a teen girl's walk with God as they are, helping them discover his will for all areas of their life, including relating to their family, dealing with friends, work, sports, guys, and so much more."

I will have a teen daughter in a few short years and given the track God is calling me on so far moving up and working with my daughter's age group in the children's ministry, I see that I am being prepared for teen ministry very very soon . I was excited to review the NIV Bible for Teen Girls and to get a look at what is ahead and how such a Bible will help these girls that I am so vested in grow in faith, hope, and love.

Take a look at how Roman 6:23 NIV is highlighted. The key verses that any teen girl needs to read/share are highlighted. On the opposite page you can see the daily reading. I love how the daily reading just lays it out and talks to you like a friend. Why not? Isn't Jesus our friend? This is how our relationship with Christ should be and getting into the word as a teen. WOW!

One of readers is going to get their very own copy of this Bible. My only requirement is to tell me who the teen will be that you will gift the Bible to. Extra entries are available, but not required.

Be sure to visit the following links to learn more:

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Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway. If you have won a prize from our sponsor Propeller / FlyBy Promotions in the last 30 days, you are not eligible to win. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.” a Rafflecopter giveaway

Bash and the Pirate Pig Book Giveaway

I think I might have finally found a book for my son to read. A book he might actually read. Fingers crossed. Does anyone else have a son between the ages of  8-14 that feels like they are losing a never ending battle to get them to READ? This is hard for me. I am a reader.

"Bash and the Pirate Pig, by Burton Cole, is the story of a cranky city kid named Raymond "Beamer" Boxby who must spend summer vacation at his younger cousin, Bash's, farm. Beamer prefers air conditioning and video games. He can't see what good can come of this so-called country fun that includes riding cows, river rafting with a pig, or playing with skunks. But hang tight, Beamer, because Bash's zany adventures with his "Fishin' and Farmin' book" (The Bible) just might lead to the coolest discovery of all."

The book which releases September 1, 2013 cracks me up. It is so much like how my son sometimes acts when he goes and visits my hometown. He is such a city boy. Cow Tipping? Dairy Drive Thru? Anyone? I will never forget the time my Daddy wanted him to go check the wells (oil) and my son wouldn't go because he thought the wells were killer kinfolk to Free Willy. LOL!

Not only did I get a copy of this book to read, but I also get to give one to my readers. Who wants it? All I want to know is this. The blessed boy who you give or read this book to, is he a City Boy or a Country Boy? Answer in a Disqus comment then go to the Rafflecopter form to input entry. Bonus entries are available.

About the Author
Burton Cole is a Pulitzer Prize nominated journalist with thirty years of experience and more than fifty humor writing awards to his credit. He grew up on a farm in northeast Ohio and attended a small-town church with a slew of cousins and buddies. That same boyhood inspires his colorful stories today.

About the Illustrator
Tom Bancroft has more than twenty years of experience in the animation and illustration industry and worked with Disney on films including Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and Aladdin. Other clients have included DC Comics and Big Idea Productions.

Bash and the Pirate Pig
Written by: Burton Cole
Illustrated by: Tom Bancroft
Publisher: B&H Kids
Hardcover: 224 pages
$12.99

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Little Angels Prayers For Every Day Giveaway

Dear God,

I like to start each morning by sitting down to pray. It's such a happy feeling to start each day this way!

Amen!

Remember Roma Downey on  the show Touched by an Angel? Not only is she helping produce the new series on the History Channel- The Bible that begins 3/3/13 (see my post and giveaway), but she is also the author The Little Angels books, CD's, App and a DVD series. You have to watch this YouTube clip of the series. C-U-T-E! Want to know more?  Watch this clip of Roma actually telling about the founding of   "The Little Angels". This clip was actually filmed before she came out with the 4th book, Prayers For Every Day. The book is beautiful, inspiring and an absolute must for any household with small children. Sometimes my own prayers are very childlike. I think God likes that. I am honored to be allowed to bless one of my readers their very own copy of this book. Who wants it? All you have to do is answer one question. Other entries are available on the easy Rafflecopter form below.
Who will you share these prayers with?

About the Book:
Little Angels Prayers for Every Day features more than 50 simple rhyming prayers that cover a typical day and the typical worries of a young child. From waking in the morning to going to sleep at night, from thanking God for a meal to praying for His comfort when afraid, the prayers here will help little ones to see that any moment is a good moment to talk to God. Relevant Bible verses are scattered throughout the book as well!


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