Charlie Kirk, a bold Christian who was not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, did campus tours where he debated freely with college students, shared his opinions, and gave them an opportunity for free debate. He was so successful at sharing Christianity and political truth that someone decided to murder him. And it wasn’t just a murder, it was a professional hit from 200 yards away and an organized operation. That is what evil will do to those who speak the truth. To Christians: It is our responsibility to continue to speak the truth and carry on the message that Charlie shared so well.
Today is release day for Parenting Against the Current, a new book for Christian parents by Joshua Poteet and Matt Nations. A book description and buy links are below.
BOOK DESCRIPTION
Parenting feels like a fight against the current—and that’s because it is. In a culture that’s drifting fast, Parenting Against the Current offers a clear, practical path to leading your family with faith and clarity.
If you’ve ever wondered how to guide your kids spiritually—or felt overwhelmed trying to do it “right”—this book gives you a hopeful, doable framework for making faith a natural part of your home.
Authors and pastors Josh Poteet and Matt Nations share real stories, simple tools, and a vision for reclaiming your role as the spiritual leader in your home. You’ll learn how to:
Resist cultural drift without living in fear
Build intentional rhythms that strengthen your family’s faith
Lead with purpose—even if you feel behind
Your kids will be led. This book helps make sure it’s by you.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Josh Poteet is the Lead Pastor of 180 Life Church in West Hartford, CT and Army veteran. He holds a Master’s in Theology from Liberty University and has been part of the Relational Discipleship Network for 10 years, leading discipleship trainings, both in the U.S. and internationally.
Josh regularly teaches on equipping parents, empowering disciples, training leaders, and helping families embrace their role as primary disciple-makers. His passion for family discipleship is shaped by his personal experiences as a father and his years of walking alongside parents as they raise up tiny disciples. He and his wife, Jennie, live in Connecticut with their two children, Lilla and Ezra.
Matt Nations is the Executive Pastor at Riverside Church in Fort Myers, FL, and a consultant with the Growmentum Group, where he helps churches align vision, strategy, and structure for greater kingdom impact. With over a decade of experience in church leadership, pastoral coaching, and organizational development, Matt is passionate about helping churches create intentional pathways for spiritual growth and mission-driven effectiveness. He has had the opportunity to lead discipleship training for many churches in the U.S. and around the world.
Matt’s heart for discipleship and leadership development is shaped by his own ministry journey and his commitment to seeing people grow in their faith and calling. He and his wife, Jess, live in Florida with their four children.
PURCHASE LINK
Click on the cover below to purchase on Amazon. Kindle Unlimited Subscribers can read this book for free.
I hope you are having a wonderful day as we Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, who was both God in the Flesh and sent by God to die for our sins as the ultimate sacrifice.
I have a beautiful Easter poem for you by Louise Bélanger. She has permitted me to post it prior to publication. It will be part of her upcoming Christian Poetry book, Your Words, Your Hope.
If You Ask Me
Three were crucified
That day
Why Jesus in the middle?
Why not the other two
Together
Next to Jesus?
If you ask me
I tend to think
It’s symbolic
Was the one
Referred to as
The thief on the cross
On His left
Or His right?
If you ask me
The Bible doesn’t say
But I gather His right
As he was saved
Signs
Are all over the Bible
God speaks
Through signs
Jesus will separate
The people
He will place the sheep
On His right
And the goats
On His left
The sheep
Are the saved
The goats
Are not
Three were crucified
That day
Jesus in the middle
If you ask me
I tend to think
It’s symbolic
Of the future
*All rights to IF YOU ASK ME belong to Louise Bélanger. Inspired by Matthew 25:33.
Indie Weekend is my effort to help promote Indie books. If I can help even a little bit, I’m glad to do it. You can help too by sharing this post with all your social media followers. Below is my review of a middle-grade Christian Indie book, Camp Babylon, the second book in the A1 Mission Agency series. Please see my review below.
BOOK REVIEW
Toby, Scott, Scooter, and Holly go to summer camp, and what a camp it is. All of their electronics are confiscated, and Scooter’s entire suitcase is taken for “further inspection.” The camp director is secretive and suspicious, and soon the A1 Mission Agency is once again on the case.
This is a Christian mystery for middle-grade readers that is filled with humor and adventure. It’s written in a funny, slightly over-the-top style that kids will like. Add secret agents and a motorcycle gang, and you have a clean Christian mystery/thriller for kids. Recommend.
Remember, if you choose to readthis book, please leave reviews on Amazon, Goodreads, and other sites that allow book reviews. If you are hesitant to write reviews, remember that they do not have to be long or fancy. Just a couple of lines about how the book made you feel will help the author so much. Thank you in advance.
I’m extending Indie Weekend into Monday in order to share a wonderful new release for you! Indie Weekend is my effort to help Indie Authors promote their books. You can help too by sharing this post with all of your social media followers. Also, if you read this book, please leave a review on Amazon, Goodreads, and everywhere else you review books. Let’s all work together to promote Indie authors and help them succeed. Below is a review of the fourth book in Louise Bélanger’s wonderful Your Words Christian poetry collection, Your Words Your Love.
This is a wonderful collection of Christian poems that really speak to the heart. It is easy to see that these poems are written with love, and God’s love is made evident in every one. Each poem could also be described as a short story. One of my favorites, LOVE, tells a very personal story from the author’s life. Absolutely gorgeous photos, all taken by the author, accompany each poem.
Another poem, A CALL TO WAR, is about spiritual warfare and praying to the Father for others. The phrase “put on your armor,” evokes Ephesians 6:10-18 about putting on the armor of God, which includes righteousness, truth, readiness, and faith.
Nature is prevalent in this collection, and not just in the beautiful photos. An animal is used in another one of my favorites, PORCUPINES. God’s love of all of his creation really shines through. This collection with introduce God to those who haven’t met Him, and if you already know Him, it will bring you closer to Him than ever before.
Written with love and brimming with hope, this collection will bring comfort, joy, and inspiration to the reader.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Louise Bélanger is an artist and a gifted storyteller, both with words and photography.
Her inspirational poetry will transport you in her world where there is hope and trust in a loving God. Her faith is strong, and it will strengthen yours.
Her nature photographs will remind you of the beauty of God’s creation. From delicate flowers to breathtaking scenery.
Click the image below to see Your Words Your Love on Amazon
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BEFORE YOU GO
Remember, if you choose to read Your Words Your Love, please leave reviews on Amazon, Goodreads, and other sites that allow book reviews. If you are hesitant to write reviews, remember that they do not have to be long or fancy. Just a couple of lines about how the book made you feel will help the author so much. Thank you in advance.
The fourth book in Louise Belanger’s Your Words Christian poetry collection will be released on December 9th. I’m happy to share with you the beautiful cover of Your Words Your Love below, as well as a link to preorder. I will provide a review on December 9th. Each poem is accompanied by beautiful photographs, and as you can see by the cover, you are in for a treat.
Click on this absolutely gorgeous cover for a link to preorder this inspiring and beautiful book.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Louise Bélanger is an artist and a gifted storyteller, both with words and photography.
Her inspirational poetry will transport you in her world where there is hope and trust in a loving God. Her faith is strong, and it will strengthen yours.
Her nature photographs will remind you of the beauty of God’s creation. From delicate flowers to breathtaking scenery.
As 1754 is drawing to a close, tensions between the French and the British on Canada’s Acadian shore are reaching a fever pitch. Seamstress Sylvie Galant and her family–French-speaking Acadians wishing to remain neutral–are caught in the middle, their land positioned between two forts flying rival flags. Amid preparations for the celebration of Noël, the talk is of unrest, coming war, and William Blackburn, the British Army Ranger raising havoc across North America’s borderlands.
As summer takes hold in 1755 and British ships appear on the horizon, Sylvie encounters Blackburn, who warns her of the coming invasion. Rather than participate in the forced removal of the Acadians from their land, he resigns his commission. But that cannot save Sylvie or her kin. Relocated on a ramshackle ship to Virginia, Sylvie struggles to pick up the pieces of her life. When her path crosses once more with William’s, they must work through the complex tangle of their shared, shattered past to navigate the present and forge an enduring future.
PRAISE FOR THE SEAMSTRESS OF ACADIE
“Frantz’s atmospheric writing is easy to sink into, from the grimness of the disease-riddled voyage to the ethereal Acadian landscape. While William and Sylvie’s romance is a slow burn, there’s a rewarding payoff to this tale of second chances born from tragedy. Frantz’s fans won’t be disappointed.”— Publisher’s Weekly
“This book is undoubtably one of the best books I’ve ever read. I loved the faith thread, I loved the light in the darkness theme, I loved the characters, I loved the hope brimming from almost every page. I loved the growth (through every struggle and triumph), and I loved the history embedded into each detail.”— Tasha, The Clean Read Book Club
“Fantastic story! The beautiful writing engages the reader from the beginning… Laura Frantz’s books are exceptional because they evoke an abundance of emotions beyond the typical novel. I highly recommend this book to all historical fiction readers.”— Milena Bookish, Goodreads
BOOK REVIEW
This is well-researched and moving historical fiction about the forcible removal of the Acadian people from Nova Scotia by the British in 1755. The political climate and the removal itself are well described. The way faith and hope gently shine through even in the dark times is inspiring. The romance between William and Sylvie has to overcome great obstacles and slowly evolves throughout the novel. I learned so much about the removal and forced deportation of the Acadians from Nova Scotia in the 18th Century. The fact that the British stole their lands and belongings and forced them onto ships, causing the death of many, is vividly portrayed.
I love how faith, history, and romance are woven together in this story. The only slight criticism I have is that the first 15 percent of the book moved a bit slowly. It picks up after that, and absolutely captivated me. The author has a gift for combining meticulously researched history with moving characters and storylines. Devastating, yet filled with hope, this is a time in history you will want to visit.
My rating is 4.5 stars, rounded up to 5 on sites with no half-star option.
I received a free copy of this book from Revell and Austenprose PR via Netgalley. My review is voluntary and the opinions expressed are my own.
AUTHOR BIO
Bestselling, award-winning author, Laura Frantz, has been writing stories since age seven. She is passionate about all things historical, particularly the 18th-century and her novels often incorporate Scottish themes that reflect her family heritage. She is a direct descendant of George Hume, Wedderburn Castle, Berwickshire, Scotland, who was exiled to the American colonies for his role in the Jacobite Rebellion of 1715, settled in Virginia, and is credited with teaching George Washington surveying in the years 1748-1750. Proud of her heritage, she is also a Daughter of the American Revolution. Though she will always consider Kentucky home, she and her husband live in Washington State.
According to Publishers Weekly, “Frantz has done her historical homework.” With her signature attention to historical detail and emotional depth, she is represented by Janet Kobobel Grant, Literary Agent & Founder, Books & Such Literary Agency of Santa Rosa, California. Foreign language editions include French, Dutch, Spanish, Slovakian, German & Polish.
Two women—a century apart—embark on a journey to healing, faith, forgiveness, and romance.
In 2012, art historian Gwen Morris travels to England’s Lake District to appraise the paintings and antiques of an old family friend, hoping to prove herself to her prestigious grandfather. While at Longdale Manor, she meets David Bradford–the owner’s handsome grandson–who is desperate to save the crumbling estate by turning it into a luxury hotel. When Gwen stumbles upon a one-hundred-year-old journal and an intricately carved shepherd’s staff similar to one in a photo of her parents, she’s left searching for answers.
In 1912, after her father’s death, Charlotte Harper uncovers a painful family secret she can only confess to her journal. She and her family travel to the Lake District to stay on a sheep farm, hoping eventually to find a home with Charlotte’s grandfather at Longdale Manor, but old wounds and bitter regrets make it a difficult challenge. As Charlotte grows closer to shepherd Ian Storey and rebuilds her shattered faith, she must decide whether she will ever trust in love again.
BOOK REVIEW
In 2012, Gwen is sent to Longdale Manor in England by her grandfather, who is also her boss, after she makes a mistake at work. Her job at Longdale is to help the owner and her grandson evaluate valuable antiques for sale. If she fails, she may lose her job, grandfather or not. While at Longdale, she is determined to try and find her father, whom she has never met. Then she finds a journal at Longdale that was written by a young woman in 1912.
In 1912, Charlotte Harper is already deep in grief after her father’s death. But then she is sent further reeling when she discovers that he has betrayed them all, as well as leaving them in dire financial straits.. Her family temporarily relocates to a sheep farm after having to sell their house., As Charlotte struggles to protect them from her father’s mistakes, her anger against him grows. At the same time, a certain shepherd begins to steal her heart.
This Christian novel does a fantastic job of tackling the topic of forgiveness. Both Charlotte and Gwen are dealing with forgiveness in different ways, and their revelations on the topic will be very helpful to the reader. For example, Charlotte says in her journal: “I’ve learned forgiveness is just as much for my benefit as it is for the other person. It’s like giving up my right to hurt someone back and letting God handle the justice of the situation as He sees fit.” For anyone struggling with forgiveness, this and other guidance will be a light in the tunnel. It also shows the importance of writing down the things you have learned. As with Charlotte and Gwen, the wisdom you have gained may help someone a hundred years in the future.
The characters are immediately relatable and likable. The different struggles of Gwen and Charlotte make for compelling reading. The romances are sweet and do not take over the story. This is enjoyable, helpful Christian fiction that I recommend to all.
I received a free copy of this book from Bethany House via Austenprose Book Tours. My review is voluntary and the opinions expressed are my own.
AUTHOR BIO
Carrie Turansky is the award-winning author of twenty-one inspirational novels and novellas and a winner of the Carol Award, the International Digital Award, and the HOLT Medallion. She loves traveling to England to research her Edwardian novels, including No Journey Too Far, No Ocean Too Wide, Across the Blue, and the Edwardian Brides series. Her novels have been translated into several languages and have received starred reviews from Christianbook.com and Library Journal.
Indie Weekend is my effort to help Indie Authors with marketing. Marketing is probably the biggest task authors have, and if I can help even a little, I’m happy to do it. You can help too by sharing this far and wide with your social media followers. Indie authors will appreciate that SO MUCH. Below please see my review of Exodus Team: New Roads by B.E. Bogdon.
BOOK DESCRIPTION
For Maj Newhouse, life revolves around her faith, her friends, Aimee and Kevin Cole, and her projects at the old barn–but that was before Jason Knight walked through the door. The handsome businessman from Chicago has a problem; he has staked his career on rehabilitating a haunted hotel. An encounter with Kevin has led him to the old barn, and Maj is shocked to learn that Knight expects to hire her and her friends as exorcists for his property! Will Maj’s distrust of the charming stranger and her own self-doubt cripple the newly formed Exodus Team before it starts?
BOOK TRAILER
BOOK REVIEW
What an interesting concept: A team of Christian paranormal investigators! This is a winning idea that the author can take in many different directions. The scripture used is sound. I especially love the way that Maj, Aimee, and Kevin use their strong biblical knowledge, prayer, and spiritual gifts to decide on their course of action. The main battle was epic and reminded me of the way Frank Peretti brings the spiritual world to the forefront in some of his work. I do have to say the wait for the battle was too long. The book moves more slowly in the first half, and I think a remedy to that is to have the trio take on more than one client because there needs to be action throughout the book. I hope the author decides to do that in future books, because I will be reading them.
This new adult adventure takes scripture in real and exciting directions and shows the power of The Holy Spirit. Christians interested in prayer and spiritual warfare will enjoy this book.
MORE ABOUT SPIRITUAL WARFARE:
Ephesians 10 – 18 (NKJV)
10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the [a]wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of [b]the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; 18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
BEBogdon is a Christian entertainer from the Midwest whose passion for writing began with a love for reading. Although a newly published author, Bogdon has been telling stories for years. Through involvement in theater, film, commercial, and voice-over work, she has had the opportunity to breathe life into the written word, and as an avid daydreamer, she is thrilled to see those dreams finally settle onto the printed page.
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