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Reading is one of my greatest passions. I inherited a love for it from both my parents and my paternal grandmother. In this section, you will find my personal book reviews of titles that fall in the categories of Inspirational (Christian Faith Based), Spirituality, Self-Help and Improvement, Business, Technology, Writing, Poetry, Sports, Relationships, History, Cooking, Home Décor and so much more!

My Holiday Break Reading List

Posted on December 19, 2015December 19, 2015 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

I posted the other day I’ve stockpiled books like a squirrel over the last year. Here is the list of books I am reading over the Christmas holiday break while I am off from work. I believe it’s important that I use this time to recharge and prepare for the new year and these titles…

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Back Porch Reading

Posted on April 12, 2014April 19, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

This week I started something new. After realizing I had fallen a bit behind on my book reading schedule; I decided to designate the 1-2 hours before sundown to read outside on our back porch. I have found it is a fantastic way to end the day. Not only is it relaxing, but also it…

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Has He Already Given You The Answer?

Posted on January 16, 2014January 19, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan
As I shared at the end of last year here on the blog, there were 3 books I knew I needed to read at the time [please see “My 2013 Year-end Book Reading Schedule”].  I had hoped to finish them all before this New Year; however, that didn’t happen.  I was able to finish one and make some decent progress in another before the 31st…

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My 2013 Year-end Book Reading Schedule

Posted on December 10, 2013January 18, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

With less than 3 weeks left before we close out 2013, I realize that I have about 5 books that I would like to finish reading before the New Year. There are three I absolutely want to finish.  Here are my “Top 3”. “Accidental Pharisees: Avoiding Pride, Exclusivity, and the Other Dangers of Overzealous Faith”…

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Book Release: A Perfect Recipe by Heather Lindsey

Posted on August 12, 2013January 18, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

A Perfect Recipe by Heather Lindsey You may have seen the buzz on the web in the recent weeks about Heather Lindsey‘s (founder of Pinky Promise*) second release “A Perfect Recipe”. It’s a 30 day devotional packed with healthy practical tips and 50 vegetarian friendly recipes. My copy just arrived in the mail over the weekend! Heather…

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It’s Your Time by Joel Osteen (In Progress Book Review)

Posted on August 9, 2013January 19, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

This post is for my fellow bookworms.  My current book of focus is by Joel Osteen and is entitled “It’s Your Time – Activate Your Faith, Achieve Your Dream, and Increase in God’s Favor”.  I originally purchased the book shortly after it came out in 2009. Pastor Joel’s ministry is one of the ones I…

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How Devoted to Your Devotionals are You?

Posted on July 12, 2013January 19, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

Between you and me, I am honestly not that skilled when it comes to reading any of my faith based devotionals every day.  For the last few years,  I have purchased an annual devotional book by Joyce Meyer.  This year’s book is “Trusting God Day by Day: 365 Daily Devotions” My practice is if I…

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Why I have a Personal Attitude Adjustment Plan

Posted on July 11, 2013January 19, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

A number of years ago, when I first began working in full time ministry I read a book by Dr. John C. Maxwell called “The Winning Attitude”.  I was led to read the book because to be quite honest my attitude sucked. Many would be amazed to hear that it is actually hard for me…

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“Right Heart. Right Attitude.” By Joyce Meyer is jacking me UP (in a good way)!

Posted on May 29, 2013January 18, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

  “Right Heart. Right Attitude.”; by Joyce Meyer is the book I am currently reading or should I say is reading me.  I was introduced to the book after watching a series of episodes on the subject of “Attitudes” on Joyce Meyer’s “Enjoying Everyday Life” broadcast.  Auntie Joyce’s (what I affectionately call her) program is…

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The Power of Who: You Already Know Everyone You Need to Know (Book Review)

Posted on February 2, 2013January 19, 2014 by Lela Jefferson Fagan

The Power of Who: You Already Know Everyone You Need To Know by Bob Beaudine My rating: 5 of 5 stars I highly recommend this edition of “The Power of Who: You Already Know Everyone You Need To Know”. I purchased the audio book edition at Audible.com. It was recommended to me because of my…

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