It's been ages since I have actually posted and even longer since I reviewed a book.

I rediscovered this book recently while organizing our bookshelf.

The book is geared towards children 3-8 which is perfect since the boys are 8 and 3.  Having both ends of the age range allowed me to see how they reacted differently.  Our 8 year old, who doesn't enjoy reading, felt comfortable enough with the book to read it aloud.  Our 3 year old loved the illustrations and detail on each page.  

The book does a great job of explaining angels from a Christian point of view.

The story is arranged so that the cub is asking questions to Papa bear.  The questions are ones that my own children have asked from time to time such as...

What do angels do all day?

Will we become angels when we die?

Can we see angels?

The most impressive part is that the answers are sound and obviously based on God's word,

 however there are no scripture references.  

Overall we liked the book and I'm sure will read it repeatedly but I would love to see references be added so that parents can easily back up the answers with scripture.  

A wise, measured, and deeply passionate invitation to a Spirit-filled life

Are you trying your best to be a good Christian but still feel something’s missing? Do the peace and joy you long for seem to elude you? Does following Christ sometimes feel like a lot of work—or like it’s just not working very well?

Much has been written and spoken—and argued!—about the Holy Spirit and what it means to be filled with the Spirit. Charles Stanley cuts through the confusion and introduces you to a living Person as real and active as God the Father and Christ the Son. Through personal stories, biblical exploration, and insightful explanation, he will help you discover:

In The Spirit-Filled Life Charles Stanley reveals how to recognize and begin to live with the guiding presence of the Holy Spirit.

My Take

I truly enjoyed this book and will reread it several times as there is so much to take in.  Dr. Stanley has used strong scripture references to help you dig deeper yourself into understanding the Holy Spirit in your life.  He has helped me to learn as a believer I am already filled with the Holy Spirit...he has permanent resident in my heart...but how much am I willing to let him control is the question.  Thankfully he doesn't just leave you with one answer and expect you to figure out the rest.  Dr. Stanley continues to take this journey with you, so that you too can recognized and live with the guiding of the Holy Spirit.  I highly recommend this book for Christians no matter where in your walk you may be.  This would also make a great gift!!  

Until we meet again may God bless you and keep you!

Caci

What She Read Wednesday is a weekly feature here on The Farm Wife, sharing what the farm family has been reading.  Our bookshelves contains everything from animal husbandry, spiritual guides, to cookbooks.  I hope you enjoy our take on these books.

This week's book is an awesome kids book, that both boys have enjoyed reading. It's a great deal because you truly get 3 books in one.  We love The Berenstain Bears in general but this one is a great addition to our collection.  The Farmbaby loved the color illustrations.  Farmboy did really well reading most of the words but as a beginning reader he definitely needed some assistance throughout.     As a mom I love the message that this book sent.

We have used the first 2 of the 3 books multiple times since starting school to help calm fears and remind our oldest that God is always near.  I love that the Bible is referenced multiple times throughout each story.  The only thing is I would like to see maybe a notation for actual scripture references as some of the references don't jump out at you.

The third book tells the story of earning and spending money.  I love that the cubs had to work for the money they got and the items they requested were just handed over.  This is a great way to introduce the idea of earning and saving money to elementary age and younger children.  As a parent, I would have loved for the book to include tithing as well.

Overall the three books teach great values and tie everyday life back to serving and trusting in the Lord.  I hope you and your family enjoy these stories as much as we have :)

Until we meet again....God bless you & keep you

Caci