Monumental

On Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. (local) in more than 450 major movie theaters, audiences will come together for a live, one-night only theatrical event called MONUMENTAL: IN SEARCH OF AMERICA¹S NATIONAL TREASURE, hosted by Kirk Cameron.

The two-hour show will include special guests, live music, and a showing of Kirk's new documentary film MONUMENTAL.

Audiences will be inspired as they come together at the same time in cities across the country to rediscover the people and the principles that made America the strongest, most free and prosperous nation on earth.

Kirk Cameron will take audiences on a journey through live conversations with special guests, live music from top artists, and his new documentary MONUMENTAL. Trace the heroic and harrowing travels of the early Pilgrims. Encounter the unlikely men and women who risked everything for liberty. Experience the stories of faith that guided education, government, and civic life. Hear from inspiring leaders on simple and practical ways to keep America's ideals alive, beginning at home. A high-energy patriotic event, MONUMENTAL will unite audiences in a celebration of America's unique story of faith and freedom.

There Will Be Trials

I saw a trailer for an incredible documentary from CIY and Voice of the Martyrs.  It's called Love Costs Everything.  I encourage you to look at the trailer and see if you can find a simulcast near you.  In America, we have no idea what persecution is like.

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The Voice: New Testament

The Voice: New Testament 

The Voice is a new translation from the Ecclesia Bible Society.  The goal is lofty, to update the English translation of the Bible for a modern audience and keep the message intact.  To do this they chose experts in the field of Greek as well as English.  In fact, they chose experts in many facets of English (i.e. poets, screenwriters, etc.).  Together the translation is not strictly word-for-word or thought-for-thought.  Instead, its a blend of the 2 with a narrative/screenplay style in certain places.

I am a fan of this translation style, but not the translation itself.  I see it as a great companion to my KJV.  I was saddened to see the leaving out of the condition in Romans 8:1, the changing of words in Matthew 17:21 and a few other places.  However, as a tool to help with storying, it is impressive!  I would encourage it to be used as a parallel translation.  I did enjoy the style of writing and the use of screenplay format to help bring clarity to the story.  However, I would strongly discourage it for doctrinal study.

I'd give this translation a 2 out of 5.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com  book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Life Promises for Couples by Gary Chapman

Life Promises for Couples by Gary Chapman

Life Promises is a part devotional part school book.  What I mean is that the format is such that you can read a section in about 10 minutes and carry the idea through the day.  Mr. Chapman sets the book up as something that can be used as a couple, or as an individual.  Each topic starts with 3 Bible verses that address the issue and then a short message on the topic.

I have enjoyed this book.  Marriage is a constant learning process and maintenance.  Having good, sound advice presented in a small, bite-size format is my cup of tea.  I can see good solid teaching making it into my marriage.

I'd give the book 5 out of 5.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Tyndale House Publishers  as part of their book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”