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A Conversation with God for Women: If You Could Ask God Anything What Would It Be?
A front row seat to a fascinating conversation with God, Jesus, and other biblical characters answering important questions women have regarding life and faith. A Conversation with God for Women allows readers a one-on-one dialogue with God, his son Jesus, and other important women and men from the Bible as they respond to questions and concerns relevant to the Christian faith. The questions, in some cases challenging, address the issues and tensions specifically felt by women. Each answer, designed for both believers and seekers, is based on Scripture and written with the warmth and intimacy of a Heavenly Father relating to His child. Topics
318 pages, Paperback
First published March 15, 2011
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September 14, 2011
A Conversation with God for Women allows readers a one-on-one dialogue with God, Jesus, and other important biblical characters as they respond to questions and concerns relevant to the Christian faith. The often challenging questions address issues and tensions specifically felt by women. Each answer, designed for both believers and seekers, is based on Scripture and written with the warmth and intimacy of a Heavenly Father relating to His child.
Categories and sample questions include:
*God, why don't You just reveal Yourself? *Jesus, why was a virgin birth necessary? *The Bible, what can it teach women? *Life, what about women in ministry? *Prayer, can it really make a difference? *Relationships, how can we trust after betrayal? *Good and evil, how can they coexist?
I honestly can't remember a time when it took me so long to read a book. I've had this book for months, but I just couldn't get into it. When I first began reading it, I told my husband that I felt it would be a good book for new Christians as it dealt with very basic issues and questions. Because of the simplicity of the issues, frankly, I was bored to tears. Still, I was excited to have a book to recommend to new believers. That is, until I begin finding doctrinal errors.
There weren't a lot of errors in the book, but when it comes to dealing with God's Word, one error is too many. Worse, this book is set up as if God were answering the questions, so in a sense, in this book God is contradicting His own Word. In my mind, this is not acceptable. Furthermore, I feel it is dangerous, especially for the new believer who is not grounded in the Word of God.
Throughout the book, the author uses one of my pet peeves, picking and choosing verses to defend her view while leaving out and ignoring the verses that oppose it. At times, verses are taken out of context and explained as meaning something that they don't mean. To a new Christian, not only can this be confusing, but it can also be destructive to their new walk. They must understand that the Bible is God's Word and that it does not contradict itself. If a passage seems unclear, it is due to our understanding, not the actual meaning. New believers need to be taught to compare Scripture with Scripture, not to simply pick out the verse they like and leave the rest.
As a writer myself, I don't like to offer harsh reviews, but as a Christian, it is my duty to steer others away from things that may hinder their spiritual walk. Unfortunately, A Conversation with God for Women falls into that category. If you're interested in tickle-your-ears, watered-down theology, then I feel you'll enjoy this book. Otherwise, steer clear. Don't waste your time.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the 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.”
Categories and sample questions include:
*God, why don't You just reveal Yourself? *Jesus, why was a virgin birth necessary? *The Bible, what can it teach women? *Life, what about women in ministry? *Prayer, can it really make a difference? *Relationships, how can we trust after betrayal? *Good and evil, how can they coexist?
I honestly can't remember a time when it took me so long to read a book. I've had this book for months, but I just couldn't get into it. When I first began reading it, I told my husband that I felt it would be a good book for new Christians as it dealt with very basic issues and questions. Because of the simplicity of the issues, frankly, I was bored to tears. Still, I was excited to have a book to recommend to new believers. That is, until I begin finding doctrinal errors.
There weren't a lot of errors in the book, but when it comes to dealing with God's Word, one error is too many. Worse, this book is set up as if God were answering the questions, so in a sense, in this book God is contradicting His own Word. In my mind, this is not acceptable. Furthermore, I feel it is dangerous, especially for the new believer who is not grounded in the Word of God.
Throughout the book, the author uses one of my pet peeves, picking and choosing verses to defend her view while leaving out and ignoring the verses that oppose it. At times, verses are taken out of context and explained as meaning something that they don't mean. To a new Christian, not only can this be confusing, but it can also be destructive to their new walk. They must understand that the Bible is God's Word and that it does not contradict itself. If a passage seems unclear, it is due to our understanding, not the actual meaning. New believers need to be taught to compare Scripture with Scripture, not to simply pick out the verse they like and leave the rest.
As a writer myself, I don't like to offer harsh reviews, but as a Christian, it is my duty to steer others away from things that may hinder their spiritual walk. Unfortunately, A Conversation with God for Women falls into that category. If you're interested in tickle-your-ears, watered-down theology, then I feel you'll enjoy this book. Otherwise, steer clear. Don't waste your time.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the 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.”
September 27, 2011
We all have questions we want to ask God, and this book goes over some of the most popular questions women consider. I found the book intriguing, but somtimes repetitive.
First off this book is not for the hardcore skeptic. It would have not put me at ease about the questions I was asking a couple of years ago when I was asking many questions about my faith, which caused doubt. This book is for a Christian woman who have questions that can be easily found in the Bible though.
I actually view this book as more of a Bible directory to the questions we may struggle to find ourselves, but with guidance can be found easily in the Bible. I think some of these questions don't have simple answers, and if you're seriously contemplating them this book may not put you at ease until you truly come to terms with the answers yourself.
This book is setup to be a conversation with God, Jesus, and various women biblical characters. I'm always conflicted about how I feel about those types of books, because it seems arrogant as the author to say you know what God would exactly say in this circumstance. The book keeps to using Bible verses closely to best navigate what might be said by these appearances in the book though.
Overall the book is an interesting read. There were some questions that were answered satisfyingly, and some that feel bit like it could have been answered with more. The book does good to stick with topics women may in particular need guidance on though.
*This book was provided by Thomas Nelson's Booksneeze program in exchange for a review
First off this book is not for the hardcore skeptic. It would have not put me at ease about the questions I was asking a couple of years ago when I was asking many questions about my faith, which caused doubt. This book is for a Christian woman who have questions that can be easily found in the Bible though.
I actually view this book as more of a Bible directory to the questions we may struggle to find ourselves, but with guidance can be found easily in the Bible. I think some of these questions don't have simple answers, and if you're seriously contemplating them this book may not put you at ease until you truly come to terms with the answers yourself.
This book is setup to be a conversation with God, Jesus, and various women biblical characters. I'm always conflicted about how I feel about those types of books, because it seems arrogant as the author to say you know what God would exactly say in this circumstance. The book keeps to using Bible verses closely to best navigate what might be said by these appearances in the book though.
Overall the book is an interesting read. There were some questions that were answered satisfyingly, and some that feel bit like it could have been answered with more. The book does good to stick with topics women may in particular need guidance on though.
*This book was provided by Thomas Nelson's Booksneeze program in exchange for a review
March 20, 2011
Essentially, this book is presented in a FAQ-style format. It poses questions that many Christians have about their faith and what God expects from us. It answers these questions in the first person, as though God, Christ, or other people in the Bible were answering these questions directly. Corresponding Bible verses are footnoted and included verbatim in a separate section at the back of the book.
At first, I was taken aback by the boldness of a book that would speak for God. However, most of the assertions made in the book are supported by appropriate Scripture. There are a few cases, particularly with other Biblical people such as Mary the mother of Christ, where I think that much inference has been made into personality. However, these instances don't detract from the larger message of the book.
I feel that the theology of the book is spot-on. There were portions that could have used more links to Scripture, but the message of the book seems well grounded. The book seems to have been organized to read from cover to cover, but I think that most readers would appreciate jumping around and reading the questions that pertain to their own lives.
I highly recommend this book for any Christian who has questions about the faith, and for non-Christians who also seek to understand the religion better. It would be an excellent addition to a church library.
Disclaimer: I received this book free from the publisher through the booksneeze program, and was required in no way to give a positive review.
At first, I was taken aback by the boldness of a book that would speak for God. However, most of the assertions made in the book are supported by appropriate Scripture. There are a few cases, particularly with other Biblical people such as Mary the mother of Christ, where I think that much inference has been made into personality. However, these instances don't detract from the larger message of the book.
I feel that the theology of the book is spot-on. There were portions that could have used more links to Scripture, but the message of the book seems well grounded. The book seems to have been organized to read from cover to cover, but I think that most readers would appreciate jumping around and reading the questions that pertain to their own lives.
I highly recommend this book for any Christian who has questions about the faith, and for non-Christians who also seek to understand the religion better. It would be an excellent addition to a church library.
Disclaimer: I received this book free from the publisher through the booksneeze program, and was required in no way to give a positive review.
July 22, 2011
The book being reviewed is " A Conversation with God for Women" by Marcia Ford
It is based on 55 common questions that people might have concerning the world. It also states what God's answers would be to the questions. Each chapter is based on a separate issue. The question is listed and then the author speaks using scriptures and also what would God and Jesus say in this situation
I for one find it odd ,and some what offensive, that this author would presume to know what God and Jesus would think in this time or any time for that matter.
The scriptures that are brought up do support the answers to the questions for the most part. The author also brings up other people from the Bible and go on to say what their viewpoint is as well. How can that be when they lived so long ago? It is not like she ever met them. Yes, you can go by what is said in the Bible. However this book just did not work for me.
I normally write more in a review but I really could not get into this book. While the intentions were probably good, the end results I did not like.
I would hesitate to recommend this book.
I received this book for free in exchange for 2 reviews.
It is based on 55 common questions that people might have concerning the world. It also states what God's answers would be to the questions. Each chapter is based on a separate issue. The question is listed and then the author speaks using scriptures and also what would God and Jesus say in this situation
I for one find it odd ,and some what offensive, that this author would presume to know what God and Jesus would think in this time or any time for that matter.
The scriptures that are brought up do support the answers to the questions for the most part. The author also brings up other people from the Bible and go on to say what their viewpoint is as well. How can that be when they lived so long ago? It is not like she ever met them. Yes, you can go by what is said in the Bible. However this book just did not work for me.
I normally write more in a review but I really could not get into this book. While the intentions were probably good, the end results I did not like.
I would hesitate to recommend this book.
I received this book for free in exchange for 2 reviews.
April 5, 2011
In her book, A Conversation With God, Marcia Ford tackles some tough questions in a very approachable way. We all have questions that we would like to ask God. Ms. Ford’s book poses many such questions with answers written in a very approachable style.
“What is Heaven like?”
“Do You really forgive and forget?”
“If You love us, why do we suffer?”
If you’ve ever posed such questions to God, you’re not alone. Thoroughly searching scripture for her basis, Marcia Ford answers such questions in a first-person format with the “voice” of God, Jesus, Mary the Mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, the woman at the well, and many others. Infinitely readable, the book flows like a series of personal letters. Every answer presented is linked to scriptural footnotes at the end of the book. Perfect for yourself or for a gift, the book has a beautiful cover as well as paper and typeface. It is a lovely book and a gentle and loving reminder of the God who loves us.
**BookSneeze® has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book as part of their book reviews blogger program.**
“What is Heaven like?”
“Do You really forgive and forget?”
“If You love us, why do we suffer?”
If you’ve ever posed such questions to God, you’re not alone. Thoroughly searching scripture for her basis, Marcia Ford answers such questions in a first-person format with the “voice” of God, Jesus, Mary the Mother of Jesus, Mary Magdalene, the woman at the well, and many others. Infinitely readable, the book flows like a series of personal letters. Every answer presented is linked to scriptural footnotes at the end of the book. Perfect for yourself or for a gift, the book has a beautiful cover as well as paper and typeface. It is a lovely book and a gentle and loving reminder of the God who loves us.
**BookSneeze® has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book as part of their book reviews blogger program.**
September 29, 2011
It took me several months to get through this book. Here is the review I posted on my blog when I was halfway through: http://cookscrapcraft.blogspot.com/20...
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