Today’s world is filled with many so much noise that it can be difficult to hear anything clearly. From our social media outlets to the countless TV stations to the people we come in contact throughout the day. It can seem impossible to know who is correct or which one you need to be listening to. One question that I often hear from Christians ask, “With so much noise, how do I when God is speaking to me?” Our Pastor has a very simple answer to this question. God can speak to you every day. All you need to do is spend time reading and studying His word that is found in the Bible. But learning what the Bible is saying to you can be a daunting task if you do not how to study it effectively.
Sunday, June 16th is Father’s Day and what a better gift to give than God’s word. I often hear friends ask questions like, “How am I going to raise these kids? This is such a hard time to raise a family? How does God tell me how to build a solid relationship with my wife? The answers are in God’s word. If we read the Bible and allow God to give us wisdom and advice, He will do it.
If you have often struggled with reading the Bible, the He Reads Truth Biblemay be what you need for that breakthrough. With 125 full-color charts, infographics, and illustrations; 17 full-color timelines; 21 full-color maps, this Bible can help bring clarity and revelation as you read and study God’s word. There are also two sewn-in to the binding ribbon bookmarks for you to mark your place while reading. It features a one-year reading plan for the entire Bible and a curated reading plan for each book of the Bible. The curated plans give you an opportunity to study related scriptures and passages in other parts of the Bible that provide further context and explanation of what you are reading. This Bible uses the Christian Standard Bible text, which captures the Bible’s original meaning without sacrificing clarity, which will help you read, understand, and share God’s word more effectively.
Released on May 1, the He Reads Truth Bible was put together by the He Reads Truth group. According to information provided with the Bible, this worldwide community of men reads God’s Word together every day. Founded in 2015, the group invites men to engage with scriptures through daily reading plans and devotionals. Although the Bible is edited by men and geared to men, I believe women would also benefit from reading this version of the Bible. However, there is also a She Reads Truth version. Looking through the more than 2,300 pages of this Bible, I realize that I have the tools right in front of me to take that next step. The text on the page is a bit on the small side, but don’t let that stop you from getting this Bible and hearing what God is saying today. The Bible retails for $49.99, but different online stores have various prices.
Why read God’s word?
To get to know God and have a personal relationship with Him, I know I have to read his word. I am a Christian! However, when I am asked about my faith, do I really know Him? Well, this is a great way to get to know Him and have one-on-one time with God. Our Lord talks to His children through His word and what better way to start than with the He Reads Truth Bible.
Why a book instead of a tablet or phone?
I also use my iPhone and an iPad to read the Bible. Those pieces of technology are awesome, I know that there is nothing like having a book in my hands that you can make notes and highlight as I please.
GIVEAWAY
Here is your chance to win your own copy of this amazing Bible, with Smyth-sewn binding and Bible Serif typeface. In collaboration with LEV3L Digital, we are giving away ONE copy. To enter the giveaway, simply leave a comment below, stating why you would like to receive this Bible. Then, one commenter will be selected at random, to receive his or her own copy. But hurry, the giveaway closes at 11:59 pm (CT) Saturday, June 22, 2019. The winner will be announced on Sunday, June 23, 2019.
Summer is upon us and it may be time to update your style. It’s time to go through your closets and get rid of clothes that no longer fit, that you have not worn since last year or any item that looks like it belongs in a vintage shop. One way to update your style is with a new Dooney and Bourke crossbody handbag. It is perfect for any season and will work with any outfit.
Katherine at Katherines Corner has great monthly giveaways and I’m joining her and some of our bloggy friends to bring you the “Summer Style Giveaway”. Here is your chance to win a new Dooney and Bourke Saffiano Lexington Crossbody Handbag.
Please remember to follow Katherine, and all her hostesses so you can earn all your entry opportunities.
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It’s time to start going through the clothes and seeing what needs to be placed in the keep or the giveaway piles. I do this every season because I was keeping some of my clothes too long and I had realized that it wasn’t really my style anymore and it was time to let someone else enjoy it. If you have not worn a garment in a year, it is time to let it go and also check if some items have holes in them or are worn and beyond repair. If you have wire hangers think about getting color-coded hangers because it makes your closet look so organized and uniform.
Spring has Sprung and it’s time for a new giveaway at Katherines Corner! Katherine has great monthly giveaways, and I’m joining her and a few other blog friends to bring you the “Spring Giveaway”. Enter to Win a striped Tote Bag and a $60 Amazon gift card!
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Disclaimer -from Katherines Corner-Some of Katherine’s giveaways have sponsors and/or reviews included. Katherines Corner may receive compensation for reviews and advertising provided through a sponsored giveaway. However, no compensation will influence the outcome of any review or giveaway win. Katherines Corner provides reviews to readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase. Katherines Corner and its affiliate Bobskatie Enterprises reserves the right to not publish a review of a product or products that do not meet the specified instructions provided to product submission companies or individuals. Reviews are posted in the appropriate section at Katherines Corner and may also be posted on Amazon.com ( subject to products availability). This disclaimer is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
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Happy Sunday to you.
Today is Palm Sunday and the beginning of Holy Week, the week when Christians around the world recognize and remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is time to spend with friends and family, reflecting on what these events mean for us individually. In our home, there are a number of classic movies that we enjoy watching. From the Ten Commandments to Ben-Hur, there are many choices that will stir and strengthen your faith. And this year, a new movie will be added to this list of faith-based movies to watch over during Holy Week.
The Pilgrim’s Progressfollows the life of Christian and his journey and his struggles after receiving the revelation of God’s grace and mercy. The movie is based on the 1678 novel written by John Bunyan and is considered to be the second most read book of all time, behind the Bible. With top-notch animation, this movie shows through metaphors and allegories what it means to be a Christian. Despite being written over three hundred years ago, the struggles talked about in the book are still being dealt with today and are still relevant to the 21st-century believer.
Christian (left) meets up with Evangelist (right) while on his journey
We highly recommend that every make time to go see this movie during this Holy Week. The impressive animation will you draw you in, but the storyline will move and change your life. Please know that the movie will only be shown in theaters twice. The times are * Thursday, April 18, 2019, at 7:00 pm * * Saturday, April 20, 2019, at 12:55 pm *
To find a theater that is showing the movie in your area, click HERE!
The Pilgrim’s Progress follows the journey of Christian.
In collaboration with LEV3L Digital, my wife and I had an opportunity to preview the movie and offer two giveaways to our followers. The second giveaway included an illustrated copy of the book and two tickets to the movie for three people.
The three winners are
* Buddy G
* mami2jcn
* Natalie
Congratulations!
We will be contacting you shortly to let you know more details about claiming your prizes.
It may be spring, but the temperature doesn’t know what it wants to do. I have been enjoying the cool days and now it’s starting to warm up a little. I just dress for the day and it may vary day to day.
My thoughts are turning to Easter (Resurrection Sunday) and how important this holiday is for Christ followers. It is the celebration of Jesus Christ who defeated the cross, risen from the grave and we have been given everlasting life through Him.
What does it mean to be a follower of Christ?
Will following Christ be easy?
Questions like these are explored in the new movie, The Pilgrim’s Progress. My hubby and I had the opportunity to screen thanks to our collaboration with LEV3L Digital. The movie will be shown in theaters over the Easter weekend, April 18th and April 20th. The movie is based on one of the best selling books of all time — The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan in 1678. The book has been translated into at least 200 languages and has never been out of print in over 300 years. The Pilgrim’s Progressis the one story that can give our children the courage to stay on the straight path in a culture that often stands against them.
In the movie, we follow the main character, Christian, who has discovered a new way of life. He has made an important decision to take a new journey that forever changes his life.
In the photo above, we see Christian (on the right) on his journey. He is carrying a heavy burden on his shoulders that only seems to be getting heavier the more he walks. He is offered a better way that has better promises. But, just as in life, we have to remember that everything that looks good may not be always what it seems to be and good for us. And the beautiful blessing about our Lord and Savior is that we are never alone and He is always there to help us to know which way is the best way.
Watch and share the trailer. You need to make plans to take your friends and family to see the movie. An epic tale of a pilgrim and his burden. Journey with Christian as he travels from the city of Destruction to the Celestial City. The journey is hard and long, but Christian is never alone.
The Pilgrim’s Progress will be shown in theaters on two days, April 18th and 20th. To find a theater in your area and to purchase tickets, click HERE!
Giveaway!! In partnership with LEV3L Digital, we will be hosting a second giveaway for this wonderful movie. Three people will win an Illustrated Storybook and two tickets to see the movie. The book is a beautiful, full-color, coffee table-style, hardcover edition of The Pilgrim’s Progress illustrated storybook (a $24.95 retail value). These same three people will also receive two tickets to see the movie when it comes to the theater on April 18th and 20th (a $25 value for two tickets).
To enter the giveaway, please leave a comment about the movie and what Easter means to you.
The giveaway begins now and will close at 11:59CT on Friday, April 12th.
The winners will be announced on Saturday, April 13th.
FTC Disclosure:
For hosting this giveaway with LEV3L Digital, Bubbling with Elegance and Grace received no monetary compensation. However, we will receive our own copy of the Illustrated Book and two tickets to see the movie.
I pray that you are having an awesome and blessed day. We are now into the second week of spring and the Easter season is upon us. As a Christian, Easter is the most important time of my faith. My hubby reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for His people at the cross. It is important that we have reminders of our faith and what it means to be a Christian. For us, one of those reminders is the new movie from Revelation Media, The Pilgrim’s Progress.
A scene from The Pilgrim’s Progress.
Christian is the movie’s main character. He discovers the Good News of Jesus Christ and the movie follows his journey through life. Here is a short clip of the movie to spark your interest.
In conjunction with the upcoming release of the movie, we offered a giveaway for our readers a chance to win one of three interactive digital storybooks. The storybook follows the movie’s storyline, but in book format. And, the winners of the storybooks are
* Gina F. *
* Stephanie H. *
* Dana M. *
Congratulations! You will each receive a copy of the storybook. Yeah!!
We will be in contact with you soon about getting your prize to you.
My hubby and I had an opportunity to view the movie prior to its release and we will be writing a full review next week. With our review, we will be offering a chance to win tickets to the see movie when it is at theaters on April 18 and 20. Check HERE for a theater in your area where the movie will be shown and to buy tickets for yourself.
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Watch and share the trailer. You need to make plans to take your friends and family to see the movie. An epic tale of a pilgrim and his burden. Journey with Christian as he travels from the city of Destruction to the Celestial City. The journey is hard and long, but Christian is never alone.
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