Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric Metaxas

How blessed was I to have the chance to review this anointed work by author Eric Metaxas!  The New York Times best-selling author of Amazing Grace has once again delivered a book that helps one better understand how evil can take hold of a nation yet how one person can stand up for righteousness. I am a passionate student of everything Bonhoeffer. I digested this 544 page book in quick order.

One cannot read this book without also reading the Foreword by Timothy J. Keller and the Prologue which introduced the context of WWII as it related to those loved and best knew Dietrich Bonhoeffer. As the subtitled Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy so aptly gave this man several hats, the Prologue segues the reader into a well laid foundation for Dietrich Bonhoeffer the child into the man with all of the hats the subtitle awarded him.

I found it fascinating that Dietrich's mother home schooled her children and had a liberal slant in regard to faith. Dietrich grew into a faithful follower of Jesus Christ after his travels brought him to realize who God was and how the face of evil belonged to the enemy of God.

A nice touch were the photos in two sections of the book. There were several photos of Adolph Hitler and the Holocaust Museum. A copy of his handwritten poem Who Am I was also included. Here is a link to it. It is too special not to share in this review. Hear it below with text.

The biggest takeaway for me after I digested Bonhoeffer was my increased ability to relate to him. Clearly, his love for God allowed me to understand his passion to fight evil at all costs. He loved God and sought to serve Him and only Him. He became a martyr because he did not back down in the face of evil. This book inspired me to keep serving God despite persecution on a small or very large scale.

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.”

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Instant Radiance Moisturiser by Decleor

Oranges. Vitamin C. Figs. I couldn't wait to review this product! It exuded a healthy and yumminess - almost tasty enough to eat for breakfast! Even though it was labeled as "instant" I gave this moisturiser a full five day test drive. I watched the instructional video to the left and applied a pearl size amount on my neck and face in the morning and at night. True to it's claim, you can wear this moisturiser under your makeup without it feeling greasy.

Because of the vitamins and antioxidants (and bright and happy yellow tube) I knew my skin was receiving a treat. Because I am in the sun often, this would be the perfect accompaniment for me to throw into my beach bag and apply before I apply sunscreen. I have found after being in the sun and wearing sunscreen my skin becomes tan but greasy and dry at the same time. Instant radiance moisturiser would solve both of those problems at one time.

I often make a homemade citrus scrub with olive oil, lemon juice or extract and salt. Instant Radiance Moisturiser by Decleor smells just like my homemade concoction! The fruit extracts are wonderful and so much more convenient than me having to "whip up" a batch of my own recipe. I look forward to reviewing more of Decleor's products. I am encouraged because of the natural elements (free radical protection and PETA product as well!).

Loved the back-to-basics philosophy of this product. This product falls in line with my philosophy as well, "If you can't eat it, you shouldn't use it!" I would buy it! Don't just take my opinion as Gospel tho - check out Dr. Craig's review of Decleor http://www.dermstore.com/reviews/details_Decleor_5835.htm for yourself.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this product free from DermStore LLC as part of their Independent Reviewers Product 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.”

Are you a manufacturer of a product or currently market a service? Christina will review it! Email christina@wordsofgrace.info with product name, description and manufacturer's suggested retail price along with any other information relative to said product. You will receive a response via email within two weeks if product will be reviewed. Please note not all products will be considered reviewable. Please do not send products without prior consent. Note: Products sent for review will not be returned. Product submission authorizes consent for said product to remain in sole possession of recipient. No monies shall be exchanged for product submission nor permission granted for reviews prior to submission. Reviews shall remain effective and in full force at sole discretion of blog administrator and/or authors related to http://www.christinawillreviewit.blogspot.com.