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Bible Sticks: An Unlikely Calling
Bible An Unlikely Calling is a book that illustrates more than a hobby; it describes a ministry. How often does one have the opportunity to take a simple hobby, wood carving, and use it to inspire thousands around the world? Ron has had no training and uses only an X-ACTO® knife, so it is obvious that God has called him to a very unlikely ministry. These unique carvings started out as modest teaching tools for the young people at his church. Now they are used to motivate others not only by teaching God’s Word in a most unique way but also by encouraging the listener to find their own ministry. This book is filled with photos and descriptions of the Bible sticks, telling the story of each one. Each Bible stick takes over a year to carve, so you can understand the detail. Bible An Unlikely Calling is intended to teach, challenge, and inspire others to find their own calling from God.
61 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2016
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September 10, 2018
Some of might think we don't have any skills with which to honor God. Vance's story shows that God might surprise us. It started with carving a walking stick at a church camp. He tried more with a variety of designs. When asked what he would do with them, he decided to carve ones with purpose. He created one representing the twelve apostles and then one describing creation. A stick of the ten commandments followed, then one on the armor of God and another on the fruit of the Spirit and then many more.
The book contains wonderful illustrations of the sticks and explanations of their content. The detail on the sticks is amazing. There is even an illustration in the book of a chain carved from a dowel and instructions on how to do it. Vance's attention to detail means it takes from months to over a year to carve each stick. He progressed to hinges and then spirals of wood that fit together. He uses only an X-ACTO® knife, wood burning tools and stains.
Vance does not know what the future holds but he does know that if he continues to do his best for Him, he will be blessed beyond what he could ever imagine. His is an inspiring story.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Authors Large and Small. My comments are an independent and honest review.
The book contains wonderful illustrations of the sticks and explanations of their content. The detail on the sticks is amazing. There is even an illustration in the book of a chain carved from a dowel and instructions on how to do it. Vance's attention to detail means it takes from months to over a year to carve each stick. He progressed to hinges and then spirals of wood that fit together. He uses only an X-ACTO® knife, wood burning tools and stains.
Vance does not know what the future holds but he does know that if he continues to do his best for Him, he will be blessed beyond what he could ever imagine. His is an inspiring story.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Authors Large and Small. My comments are an independent and honest review.
November 24, 2018
Bible Sticks: An Unlikely Calling by Ron Vance is an absolutely beautiful book. I was enthralled by it.
Author Ron Vance accidentally discovered a talent for carving Bible sticks in 1989. Since then he has carved many sticks to illustrate various aspects of the Bible. Each stick takes about a year to carve. Having seen the pictures, you can understand why.
The book has pictures of each stick as well as focusing in on the finer detail. To accompany each stick, Ron Vance describes what he did, what the carving represents and why he used certain colours.
The bible sticks are absolutely stunning. The detail is incredible. It is impossible to choose a favourite. Each time you turn the page, a ‘new’ favourite leaps out! So many beautiful examples to admire.
Bible Sticks would make a perfect addition to any bookshelf. It would also be a perfect study aid for life groups. You could spend hours looking at these beautiful sticks and still spot something new.
Absolutely beautiful.
Author Ron Vance accidentally discovered a talent for carving Bible sticks in 1989. Since then he has carved many sticks to illustrate various aspects of the Bible. Each stick takes about a year to carve. Having seen the pictures, you can understand why.
The book has pictures of each stick as well as focusing in on the finer detail. To accompany each stick, Ron Vance describes what he did, what the carving represents and why he used certain colours.
The bible sticks are absolutely stunning. The detail is incredible. It is impossible to choose a favourite. Each time you turn the page, a ‘new’ favourite leaps out! So many beautiful examples to admire.
Bible Sticks would make a perfect addition to any bookshelf. It would also be a perfect study aid for life groups. You could spend hours looking at these beautiful sticks and still spot something new.
Absolutely beautiful.
December 12, 2018
If there ever was a shining example of the beautiful work that God can do in a person's life it is Ron Vance and his stunningly beautiful Bible Sticks. Inspired carvings too beautiful to sell, collected in this full color 58 page book complete with stories about them and their creation. Awesome, inspiring and uplifting.
March 1, 2019
Ron Vance has a beautiful gift that he shares with us in this book. Great full color photographs of these wonderful artworks complete with detailed stories about the walking sticks and meaning of the carvings on them.
December 26, 2018
a beautiful book, lovely art by a lovely person. I liked the history and stories that go with each amazing, unique work.
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