A Remarkable Marriage

Author: David J. Whitcomb
Publisher: BJU Press
Price: $19.95

Reviewed by: Olivia Worobec

“God gave His guidelines so that His people would demonstrate proper relationships in the home. Therefore, it should be especially true that God's people demonstrate successful relationships.” (5)

More than ever, families and marriages are falling apart in the modern world. Author, pastor and experienced marriage counselor David J. Whitcomb wants to give you the guidance you need to protect these institutions and thrive in your relationships.

Through straightforward principles, demonstrated with relatable contemporary examples and simple-to-understand Biblical instructions, Whitcomb is effective in getting his message across. His style of writing flows seamlessly and the divided chapters (into 30 different principles) makes reading easily digestible, as well as specific categories plainly accessible.

“Without rules, we will all do what we want to do, which results in hurting or neglecting others.” (3)

A Remarkable Marriage is an excellent guidebook for those preparing for marriage and those who are already married. It is highly recommended.

The Faces of Grief: A Woman's Bible Study

Author: Marian Talley-Cunningham
Publisher: BJU Press
Price: $7.95

Reviewed by: Brandee Musiala

There are many faces of grief and just as many ways to deal with it. Yet when Marian Talley-Cunningham found herself widowed for the second time, it was scripture that really helped her.

This bible study will arm you with helpful passages and advice as you begin to navigate your way through the loss of your loved one. So if you find yourself dealing with denial, anger, bargaining, depression or even acceptance, this is a great resource for you.

No Matter What, You Can Rejoice; Reflections for Teens

by Michelle Grover (2008)

Publisher: BJU Press

Price: $8.99

Reviewed by: Brandee Cote

In No Matter What, You Can Rejoice; Reflections for Teens, Michelle Grover hopes to help today’s coming of age youth realize just how great God and their relationship with him can be.

Grover has a way of presenting the issues that youth are often faced with in a very analytical, yet nurturing way. Her thought-provoking questions to the situations and Psalms that are presented throughout the 12-lesson workbook will undoubtedly, help one build a strong bond with their faith.

Grace for Every Trial: A Women's Bible Study

by Betty Henderson (2008)

Publisher: BJU Press

Price: $7.95

Reviewed by: Margaret Reid

Many Christians find reading the book of Job depressing as they read of a God-fearing man experiencing great suffering and sorrow. Betty Henderson has developed a Bible Study on the book of Job that can be used individually, or by a group.

After each reading, there are questions to encourage discussion and to give more insight into the passage read.

In this book, the reader will discover many truths about God and come away with a new outlook about (1) how to be a better comforter to those who are suffering and (2) trusting the Lord more.

Fear Not!: Meditations to Overcome Fear, Worry and Discouragement

by Rand Hummel (2008)

Publisher: BJU Press

Price: $9.95

Reviewed by: Olivia Worobec

The book is broken up into manageable segments with meditations targeting a specific truth. As the back cover explains, the author gives “strategic help” through simple instructions as revealed inside: “This is what God says” / “Now think about it” / “How can it affect me?”

Part One is God’s Fear Applied to Fear, Worry, and Discouragement; Part Two is God’s Word Applies to Ten Common Fears. In the latter, there is a kind of duality between the human perspective and the fact of God. For example, “The fear of rejection vs. the fact of God’s acceptance” is one chapter that demonstrates this.

The more we focus on God and his word, the clearer our mind will be and the more happy and content we will be because we understand who God is, says Hummel.

Lest You Fall: Meditations to Fight Moral Impurity / Turn Away Wrath: Meditations to Control Anger & Bitterness

Lest You Fall: Meditations to Fight Moral Impurity

by Rand Hummel (2005)

Publisher: BJU Press

Price: $8.95

Turn Away Wrath: Meditations to Control Anger & Bitterness

by Rand Hummel (2007)

Publisher: BJU Press

Price: $9.95

Reviewed by: Leslie Richardson

When the best minds in science seek out the mysteries of the cosmos, or the quirks and quarks of subatomic particles, they look first for the answers which seem to exhibit “simplicity and grace”. In today’s ultra high-tech world, we are under an aggressive assault by media, TV, Hollywood, and the Internet. So many have fallen to immorality, and let rage run wild. People flock to the book stores and spend millions on the latest self-help trendy fad ideas, making rich the “New Age” gurus.

Rand Hummel wishes to help us in a return to simplicity and grace. He has assembled short and pertinent scriptures dealing with short temper in his book Turn Away Wrath, and moral impurity in Lest You Fall. The plan is simple: one scripture per day. He calls them meditations. I think of them as medications. Don’t miss your daily dosage! Sooner than you think, a little peace and serenity may be yours!

When Trouble Comes

by Jim Berg (2002)

Publisher: BJU Press

Price: $11.95

Reviewed by: Olivia Worobec

The author uses the Bible as a foundational base for giving wisdom and examples of getting through trouble in our life. For example, even in the most dire situation, it is all about attitude and looking to God, as well as shaking off selfishness because our flesh gets us in trouble.

Some messages include: It’s about our response to the situation. We can only control what we will do, and then the situation can only get better – not worse, if we were to react or act out the wrong way. If God can give us salvation and rescue our souls, then of course he can help us with the early crises.

The book is concise, yet provides enough detail to get the message across effectively.