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Lucas on Life by Jeff Lucas

Lucas on Life

“Be prepared to be thoroughly challenged, proked and nudged, both subtly and directly, in this humorous collection of stories and anecdotes from popular speaker and author Jeff Lucas. Jeff takes you on a memorable journey through life’s ups and downs, pointing out lessons that need to be learned on the way. You will laugh, cry, scream ‘thats me’ and ‘I’ve been there’. But most of all, you’ll know that you can do better if only you try.”


This book really was very funny and really mades me laugh because Jeff Lucas has a great way of telling stories. The book is full of individual stories, that are both profound and hilarious. It is definately a laugh-out-loud book about everything from evangelism to worship, that shows ways to and to not approach different situations. The nice change about this book is the humility with which it is written and how there are actually very valid lessons to be learnt through Jeff’s experiences.

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Christian Nonfiction

Fingernail Moon by Janie Webster

Fingernail Moon

“Janie Webster had an enviable marriage, a beautiful child and reqarding work. But when she discovered that her husband had sexually abused their daugther, everything changed. She began divorce proceedings but the court allowed unsupervised visits between father and daugther. Then her husband was diagnosed with AIDS. Terrified that he could further abuse and even infect their daughter, Janie Webster knew that she had to flee. Mother and daughter embarked on a five-year journey around the world. Although often discouraged, they found within their physical journey a deep spiritual meaning. With God’s guidance, they established new lives in the countries where they stayed and found people they could trust. Despite the threat of deportation and imprisonment hanging over them, they sensed the hand of God engineering their safe passage. This chronicle of their fugitive years in a compelling journal of courage and a testament to the power of faith.”


This book has a bit of a personal side for me. We were lucky enough to meet Janie and her daughter during the periods they lived in England. At the time I was too young so did not know anything about what was going on, but now looking back through the book I realise that even now I cannot imagine what it would take to leave everyone to know and love and live as a fugitive. For me Janie really personifies the phrase “dying to self” when I think of how much she gave up. It is an inspiring book that really speaks of grace and faith.Read more reviews on amazon

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Christian Nonfiction

Is that really you God? Hearing the Voice of God. by Loren Cunningham with Janice Rogers

Is That Really You God

An adventure in hearing and obeying the voice of God,Loren Cunningham’s dream began with a vision – waves of young people moving out across the continents announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ to the whole earth. Decades later, Loren’s vision has grown into an interdenominational movement of Chrisitans from around the world who are dedicated to presenting the Gospel to this generation. How did God move Loren’s dream from vision to reality? He led Loren and his wife, Darlene, through a series of tough lessons in guidance. The exciting story of Youth With A Mission has much to teach us about the art of listening to God as we seek to be used by Him. Is That Really You, God? is not only a practical guide to hearing God’s voice but also an amazing testimony to how following His direction can impact our lives and our world for the glory of God’s kingdom.


I first read this book in the early 90’s, and since then I have returned to it on numerous occasions. It is written as a story with teachings about hearing and obeying God’s voice ingrained in the story, as it has been on the author’s life. Loren and Darlene Cunningham have shown by example the cost and reward of following the voice of God in their lives as they founded missions organisation Youth With A Mission. The book has been a great light to me in times where my faith (or lack of) has been a big hinderance in moving forward!

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Biographies Christian Nonfiction

No Compromise, The life Story of Keith Green by Melody Green and David Hazard

No Compromise

Singer/songwriter Keith Green challenged believers to break out of their status quo Christianity and embrace a put-it-all-on-the-line life of faith and action. Dynamic and charismatic, Keith was hailed as a prophet by many and a lighting rod of controversy by others. Never hesitating to speak his convictions, he often struggled to live up to his own strong declarations. In this inspiring biography, Keith’s wife, Melody, shares their years of spiritual searching, the events that led them to Jesus, and how their dedication to minister to others began. When Keith was 28, a tragic airplane crash took him and two of his young children home to the Lord. Left with a one-year-old daughter and another on on the way, Melody inherited Keith’s musical legacy of songs and his private journals. As she shares the highs and lows of their life together, you’ll be captivated by Keith’s courage, inspired by his commitment, and encouraged by the truths he shared.


No Compromise reflects the intensity with which Keith Green lived his life. This book really through up the challenge that in all you do to live 100%. Keith’s search for something more in life is really well portrayed in the first few chapters of the book and without his intense suborness he would not have had the influence on Christian music and worldview that he has done.
No Compromise is an inspiring read, and I felt constantly challenged to be aware of how I live up to my convictions or if I am willing to compromise my beliefs at a certain cost. I would definately encourage anyone who is tired of being wiery in their faith to read this one!!