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This book is about the cross by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-jones.
I think if you read this book, you can really understand the profound meaning of the cross and why Jesus, who is Son of God, should die. I am sure of that.

On top of that, I realized the meaning of the prayer, and what's wrong with my prayer.

I strongly recommend this book to you.

thanks.

Lloyd-Jones, in nine chapters (sermons) on Galatians 6:14, brings to light the central focus of early Christian preaching. He shows how the cross, and it message, has been God's proclamation of deliverance throughout the Scriptures. It is not simply Paul's message, but that of Jesus, all the epistles, and the Old Testament as well. Lloyd-Jones' passion, as well as his precision in analysis, come through wonderfully in these marvelous messages. A must for thorough grounding in the Christian faith and for those who do not yet know the "heart of the gospel."

I started reading this book because a pastor friend of mine had suggested it to me when I inquired about a good book on the cross. I have to say that this book has truly revolutionized my understanding of Christ's sacrifice on my behalf, and what the cross really means. There is hardly one page in the book that I have not underlined and written in the margins. I wholeheartedly recommend Martyn Lloyd-Jones' book "The Cross" for all those who want a deeper understanding of this most crucial matter. I also recommend "The Cross of Christ" By John Stott for further study. God be with you.

This most excellent book consists of a series of sermons by Dr. Martin Lloyd Jones which were preached in Westminster Chapel, London, during the Autumn of 1963.

Readers of this awesome work cannot fail to be moved by the manner in which this subject is approached. The writer being recognised by many as perhaps one of the greatest preachers of the 20th Century.

The basis of this book is the words written through the Apostle Paul in the New Testament book of Galatians in chapter 6;verse 14;-
"God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ..."

The message of Salvation being expounded through the full gospel message of 'Christ crucified'. A message that will hold you throughout this book.

As I read I can but count it loss that I was never able to hear the learned author preach, especially in these days where the central truth of the Gospel is so often ignored amidst the perilous times now facing the World as outlined in Scripture pertaining to the last days.

One particularly moving aspect of this book is that during the course of these sermons in 1963, US President Kennedy was assassinated.

Clearly shocked and saddened by the tragic death of President Kennedy, the writer mentions his death during his preaching. We are left in no doubt as to the uncertainty of this physical life, it's transiency and our inability to save ourselves.

The meticulous study together with the fervent depth of the message provides a message that is extremely powerful. We are left in no doubt as to the importance of Salvation and it's absolute necessity for us all.

Many references are made, not least the glaring parallel between Christ's sacrifice on the Cross and the Old Testament Passover where the Jewish people were spared whilst the first born of the Egyptians were killed.

The blood of a pure, unblemished lamb having been painted on the posts and lintels of the Israelites' doors causing death to pass over them. The shedding of Jesus Christ's blood on the cross at Calvary being the New Covenant, whereby Jesus Himself is the pure, unblemished Lamb of God which now takes away the sin of the entire World, for those who believe in Him.

If you read just one book apart from the Bible about Jesus and Salvation, let it be this one. Highly, highly recommended.

Thanks for listening.

I read this book when a life threatening illness faced me. Nothing can replace the Bible, but D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones used the Bible, Philippians, in showing me how to place my complete trust in Jehovah God to face any trial. He is by far my favorite read for spiritual application in today's world.

'Cuz That's Just My Way is a rhyming picturebook about self-discovery. A young boy notices odd things about various animals - the long arms of monkeys, the wobbly legs of flamingoes, and harsh cry of crows. He asks each animal about them, and each tells him that their differences have a special purpose - to swing through trees, or wade through bodies of water, or scare away rivals and reassure baby chicks. The boy realizes that his words are hurtful, though not intentionally so, and that he has his own special qualities. The gentle color illustrations add an inviting touch to this lovely story perfect for reading aloud to young children.

Loved it - A very clever story and the illustrations were absolutely fabulous!

Pure magic! Tolerance is an invaluable lesson for children of all ages. RAZ pairs his thoughtful and relevent message for children with captivating, vibrant illustrations. Children love how the pictures follow from page to page! Take it from a teacher - this delightful book is a sure classic, and has found its home on my top shelf. I hope there are many more classics to come from RAZ!

What beautiful detail in the illustrations and what a wonderful topic for children to be able to consider. This book would be a wonderful gift for any child in your life.

This book has a wonderful message and terrific illustrations. The story of the boy discovering the beauty in all individuals is moving and a lesson that all children, and adults, need to know. I also love that the pictures flow from page to page. Stop purchasing books for children by Madonna and other celebrities; purchase this one by RAZ!!

It is possible to have large goals or vague plans about being a different person, or having a transformed life, and never quite get on the road. The beauty of Tom Balles' book is that you have a road map for concrete action. His years of practice in acupuncture, coaching, and living intentionallly have born fruit. Now any reader can benefit immediately. This is a wonderful book to read slowly, carefully, and, with the clarity of small steps, life will present more possibilities. I'm grateful for Tom's wisdom and guidance at Tai Sophia Institute, and in living.

This book offers a practical, clear and concise description of using various principles, including those based in nature, to apply to one's life and the world around us. Mr. Balles offers examples of different ways of being to bring about less unneccessary suffering and to help create openness for creating possibilities with oneself, relationships with others and with larger groups (ie. communities, the work place, etc.). He describes different ways of viewing the world, our relationships and ourselves. His descriptions and examples of learning from the seasons are easy to understand and thorough, which aids the reader in having a greater connection with nature and therefore the natural order of all things. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in experiencing a greater peace within and around themselves while increasing the positive contribution they make to the world around them.

This work is a gift to leaders and teachers as an excellent resource for those who want to be a healing presence in the circle from where they are doing and being their work. It is a valuable teaching resource to carry with you and review when holding the space for individual and group communication and interations. The practices have an ease and grace that are naturally transformative, intiating an unfolding of healing phenomena that arises in your self and others. I carry the book with me in all my travels as a continuing guide in my role as a transformational guide and mentor.

I say, traditional self-help/ a diagnostic approach to learning and healing is finished, and it is time for us to begin from interconnection, abundance, wholeness. I love, love this book because it provides a clear explanation of these principles and simple ways to forward them.

Dancing with Ten Thousand Things, offers readers practical tools to create more joy and fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives. Using the ancient wisdom of nature as a guide we are shown how to let go of the ways of thinking and being that hold us back from being fully alive. By putting into practice these tools we learn ways to build and sustain meaningful and productive relationships with our friends, family and in our workplaces. Anyone seeking more effectiveness at home or in their work must read this book and start working the principles.

Ron Geskey is an advertising industry insider with experience at Leo Burnett and D'Arcy. As a web marketing professional, I can appreciate the range in focus, from Internet-based PPC and rich media to the more traditional areas of tv, radio, newspaper, magazine and outdoor. Should be appreciated by marketing directors at small and medium businesses, boutique agencies, and entrepreneurs alike--anyone buying media and dealing with media rates.

"David & Goliath" provides an essential primer for the small business owner on the important topics of marketing and media buying.

Geskey is certainly a media maven: the book is well thought-out and each chapter might well stand alone as a reference tool on each topic. The Problems & Exercises at the end of each chapter are clearly designed to reinforce the main lessons of the chapter and learners who take the time to work on them definitely stand to gain a thorough grounding in media and marketing.

Of particular note are the discussions in later chapters: Chapter 9 for the advantages & disadvantages of various media-buying processes ... Chapter 10's Internet strategies and the need for a professional-looking Web page ... fun Creative Media ideas (Chapter 11): blogs, newsletters, podcasts and greeting cards ... how'barter' and 'media remnants' work in Chapter 12 ... and finally, Chapter 14 ("Hello Goliath!") -- an effective wrap-up and reminder for ESOV and the importance of Share of Voice and Quality of Voice.

Readers should not overlook the Appendix chock full of even more marketing tools: Worksheets for figuring sales objectives, tools for conducting a SWOT Analysis, and ideas for determining customer target markets, creating marketing objectives, determining primary market areas and thinking about communication strategies and budget considerations.

Overall, "David vs. Goliath: Guerilla Media Buying for Small Business" might well stand alone as a classroom text for small business owners seeking to implement marketing plans. In future, an updated edition of the book might include more discussion about 'buzz' or word-of-mouth marketing strategies, a bibliography containing citation information about the media and research studies contained in the book and a Glossary of Terms to help the reader refer to essential media definitions and marketing tools.

David vs. Goliath: Guerilla Media Buying for Small Business, A New Way to Win

This was a great and innovative book. Best of all, by filling out the worksheets after each chapter and at the end of the book, it results in a well thought out action plan to raise Share of Voice in your marketing area. Highly recommended and worth the time!

In a highly competitive marketplace, small business owners can often be overwhelmed with the difficult task of making consumers aware of their product. With so many huge business conglomerates dominating the market place, it can seem almost impossible for a small business to efficiently reach their target customers. In his book, David vs. Goliath: Guerilla Media Buying for Small Business, A New Way to Win, author Ronald Geskey shows that small businesses can not only succeed against the Goliaths, but can thrive in the dog eat dog world of big business.

Geskey explains that a key to growing a successful business is to use an innovative, well researched technique known as increasing your share of voice and your quality of voice. Through a step by step method, readers will learn how to make each advertising dollar work harder for them. By dramatically increasing your effective share of voice without increasing your budget in your market area, you can increase top of mind awareness of your product. This will then lead to increased sales and market share.

Not only does the author provide an in depth analysis and understanding of marketing and media, helpful methods and tools are provided to make the most of your advertising dollar. As Ronald Geskey states, "The key is to eliminate advertising spending waste."

Budgets are often wasted when the wrong type of communication is used for the job (e.g., direct mail vs. publicity) or the wrong media are used to reach the wrong target in the wrong place at the wrong time-- negotiated at the wrong price without value added and media investment safeguards.

When was the last time you read a book or an article about how to actually negotiate a media buy to get the most bang for your buck? Maybe never? Geskey's book provides clear steps on how to negotiate traditional and non traditional media buys to get substantially more media exposure for the budget.

Because successful communications with the consumer are critical to the success of a small business, the author discusses and provides an analysis of the many benefits and pitfalls of different marketing communications forms and various advertising media. Advertising media discussed include television, print, radio, internet, direct mail as well over 60 non traditional media approaches.

With well illustrated diagrams and exercises at the end of each chapter, the author provides the necessary tools and skills for you to make your small business a long term success. I plan to implement the strategies for my own business endeavors. I highly recommend the book to current business owners as well as to those planning to start a small business.

Tracy Roberts, Write Field Services

As owner and manager of a bookstore, I know that small business has always felt the challenge of how to become a "player" in the marketplace. Knowing our business purpose did not guarantee our ability to effectively market our business.

Had David vs. Goliath been available years ago it would have likely transformed my marketing of the business and its success. It also would have helped remove my ever present fear of the competition.

The book provides the tools to take the small business owner through the process of analyzing the business and business practices to the development of an innovative marketing strategy and plan to build sales and profit.

I had never even heard of share of voice, and certainly never thought of any linkage to sales or share of market. And even though I bought media, I now know how uninformed and naive I was, wasting a lot of money (resulting in lost sales and profit) without even knowing it.

The author also shows how we can make the internet work for us. He cuts through the confusion of selecting and buying the media at the right price place, and time.

Each chapter is filled with "secrets" which most owners of small businesses are unaware, at least I was.David vs. Goliath: Guerilla Media Buying for Small Business, A New Way to Win Every small business owner needs this insightful book!

Bonnie Schmitz
Bookstore Owner

this is a fantastic book. my husband and i implemented the "monthly salary" as recommended by mary hunt for our 14 yr old son and -- so far, so good. with that money he's responsible for certain things throughout the month, and those items were outlined at the beginning of the financial plan. he's still learning, but then again, aren't we all?

i think mary hunt is a wonderful author, and she speaks and writes from personal experience. she dug herself out of more than $100,000 in debt.

she's very encouraging to those who are looking to improve their financial status as far as getting out of debt and staying that way. and she can even help improve the marriage relationship with her other book, debt-proof your marriage. it's a great read, too.

Really enjoyed this book. It's an easy read. The centerpiece of the book outlines a great plan of giving your kids a salary, with the requirement that they are responsible buying themselves a list of items, and every year that list and salary grows until they are managing their complete finances by their senior year. The book recommends starting as young as 10.

Also, beyond this plan, the book has great side commentary on teaching your kids about debt, budgeting, and lots of other aspects of finances.

This book is almost a "scares you straight" book. When I started seeing myself on so many pages, I was really sweatin'. An easy read, it is also full of great advice for teaching your kids. As I got further into the book, I particularly appreciated its layout.

The first half of the book is primarily anecdotes about encounters with debt, and results of the author's attempts to teach her children about handling money, also pulling in other research about kids and attitudes toward responsibility. I was a little worried about where the meat might be until I got to the second section (ch. 11), which details various aspects of money and money handling (credit cards, types of debt, compound interest, etc.) and ends each section with "The minimum your kids need to know about _____." I found this section a great resource for making notes about what I needed to talk to my own kids about. The final three chapters in the book talk about specific age-related issues and how much kids can be expected to understand at each age level. I found this section great for customizing a plan specific to each child.

This summer I read Mary Hunt's Debt-Proof Your Children. Three months ago we started the salary for all three of my children. Here's the update on our progress with Mary's ideas on Debt-Proof Your Kids.

First of all if you have children READ MARY'S BOOK .. Debt-Proof Your Kids ... this has been the single best thing I've read on preparing your children for financial freedom in their adult life. I was skeptical at first, but am a FIRM BELIEVER! now. It's amazing the attitude towards money my children have now.

My children 15, 12, 10 are to the age where they like to buy Christmas gifts for their friends. This year (when first started on a salary 3 months ago) I told them it would be their responsibility to buy gifts for their friends. They're finished now and there was not even a mention of - Hey Mom how about some extra money. Believe me, this was the case before they were on a salary.

It relieved me of the - Mom can I have this ... they save their money and buy it if they still feel that way. I didn't realize how much more fun shopping can be when you don't have little ones asking for everything!

Everyone is still doing great on their salaries-- my oldest is much more frugal than I would have thought, my middle daugher is still buying more candy than necessary (or LIP GLOSS) but she's still has money saved and is doing well buying her own clothes when she needs them, and my youngest is doing well (even remembering to fill out his own lunch envelopes.)

I thought paying them their money the first of every month instead of throughout the month would be hard to budget for, but it's going well. I know exactly the $ amount and they stick to it.

This book has some great ideas for how to teach financial responsibility to your kids. It gives you an easy guide that has been used on their children and which really makes sence.

Divorced Dads: 101 Ways is an elegantly useful book to experience your children and have them remember you in the best of ways. This book offers practical support on how to parent as a divorced dad while encouraging you to live your life more fully with your children. There are practical, useful chapters on communication, parenting skills per se, and how to make learning fun with your children. This book is full of tips as well as encouragement for your sense of fathering in a very loving way. I recommend this book.

My parents divorced when I was very young, and my father did nothing to sustain a relationship with me. In my opinion, he was not a good parent. I was much too young to continue our relationship on my own. I needed my father, but he quickly faded from my life.

Children need their non-custodial parents as much as they do their main caregivers. There are many ways for separated and divorced parents to continue their relationship with their children. In the book, "Divorced Dads: 101 Ways to Stay Connected With Your Kids," those parents not living at home will learn many different ways to continue bonding with their children. Even though this book was written primarily for divorced dads, I believe all families can benefit from its contents! For example, parents who are away on business or other trips will find different ways to stay in touch while across the miles. This book contains many example family situations.

MyParenTime.com highly recommends this book -- from simple ideas such as using the telephone to stay connected, to more creative tips such as playing interactive Internet games, this book will provide great ways to stay in touch with your children. What you'll learn in this book, you'll treasure forever in your relationship with your children.

The only thing I didn't like about this book was the title because I thought it was too limiting. This is an awesome book for anyone that wants to be closer connected with their kids or any other human being. Clever ideas and thought provoking suggestions. A wonderful book!

I am a practicing psychologist working with children and parents, and often working with divorce issues in the family. As such I was delighted to find this book and would like to share my enthusiasm about Divorced Dads: 101 Ways to Stay Connected with Your Kids by Dr. Nancy Wasson and Lee Hefner. Nancy is a therapist herself and both Nancy and Lee readily share their feelings about being divorced parents themselves. Their aim is to provide specific tips to non-custodial parents on how to achieve a meaningful connection with their children while living apart. They achieve their goals by presenting their ideas in a most easy-to-read, practical format packed with useful information, concrete suggestions and helpful stories on almost every page. Even folks who say they are "not much on reading" are likely to benefit from this clear, direct style with highlighted tips and short chapters. Therapists as well as non-custodial parents, or parents away from home much of the time will find helpful ideas in this book. Those who might benefit would include men who are fathers separated from their children by divorce, fathers concerned about their troubled relationship with their children, mothers who wish their divorced husbands stayed more connected to their children and women who are not the custodial parent.
Divorced Dads: 101 Ways to Stay Connected with Your Kids is not a book on general parenting. What it does and does well is to impart a positive and hopeful attitude about being a parent in spite of divorce that helps that parent refocus energy and emotion on the children rather than on the difficulties with the former spouse. Dads who I have recommended read this book have come back to say it was very useful and appreciated.

This timely book by Wasson and Hefner speaks a vital message to non-custodial fathers giving positive direction to them of how to nurture their relationships with their children. We know that children need a healthy forever relationship with BOTH parents.......an outcome that is not the norm in divorced families. The authors of this book empathize with the hardship of being the father, and step by step wisely pave his way to overcoming common obstacles to meeting his children's needs and receiving their love. As a therapist, and supervisor of therapists, who has worked with children and families for over 25 years (and as a divorced parent myself), I have experienced the overwhelming pain and sadness of children losing the active participation of a parent in their lives. This book clearly shows how to prevent this heartbreak from happening, as well as how to mend broken bridges. Who are the winners? The children of divorce, the non-custodial fathers, the mothers who have custody, the extended family, and the larger community. Read this book, and give it to those you love who need the guidance.

A step by step way to draw your favourite cartoon characters. The use of this book should be available to anyone who wants to try another way of drawing. Perhaps, with encouragement you will be persuaded to continue, to experiment, and finally to create your own cartoon style.

Kids like to duplicate what they know, it helps them to connect to popular art. So this drawing book has 50 characters from popular cartoons for them to copy. They did a great job with the final art and the choice of characters from comic strips and comic books. You may need some basic skills before you try some of these. If you don't have these yet that's OK, we all have to startt somewhere. I might suggest you try Ed Emberly's books (like "the Big Green Drawing Book") or Mark Kistler's books or videos, the best places to start learning to draw. A book like this is more useful when you have some very basic drawing skills, then use a book like this to practice and hone your skills with.

I am 9 years old and love to draw. This book tells you how to draw a lot of famous cartoons. Some of the ones I like the best are PopEye, Flintstones and Scooby Doo. If you like to draw, you will enjoy this book.

I like this book because it has almost all those famous cartoons that you can barely get off the web.

The Lee Ames series of books are good if you already have the basics of drawing down and some minor artist skills. They show how to take your basic skills and make some neat stuff. But this book is basically 1 page to a cartoon star, and about 6 drawings on the page to get a completed look. For some simple ones it works but on others it gets a little tricky. No text instructions here, just the drawings which you are just copying. If you want to LEARN how to draw and get the basic skills first whether you are kid or an adult, the books by Jack Hamm and Ed Emberly are the best place to start. They can make anyone an artist. Then come back to books like Ames.

This small but brilliant volume condenses and crystallizes Jewish thought and Talmudic methods, but one can read it in three hours.

Central to Judaism are Torah and Talmud--which offer democratic learning systems open to all willing to avail themselves. Heschel uses the great Yiddish writer Mendele Moher Sefarim's description of a typical Eastern European Jewish town--"where Torah was studied from time immemorial; where practically all the inhabitants are scholars, where the Synagogue or the House of Study is full of people of all classes busily engaged in studies, townfolk as well as young men from afar...where at dusk, between twilight and evening prayers, artisans and other simple folk gather around the tables to listen to a discourse on the great books of Torah, to interpretations of Scripture, to readings from theological, homiletical or ethical writings...., where on the Sabbath and the holidays, near the Holy Ark, at the reading stand, sermons are spoken that kindle the hearts of the Jewish people for the Divine Presence, sermons seasoned with parables and aphorisms of the sages, in a voice and a tone that heartens one's soul, that melts all limbs, that penetrates the whole being." Study included all: Indeed, a book preserved at New York's Yivo Institute bears the stamp of the Berditshev Society of Wood Choppers for the Study of Mishnah, the earliest part of Talmud.

A Christian scholar who visited Warsaw during World War I saw many parked coaches with no drivers in sight. In his country, he wrote, "I would have known where to look for them. A young Jewish boy showed me the way: in a courtyard, on the second floor, was the shtible of Jewish drivers. It consisted of two rooms: one filled with Talmud volumes, the other a room for prayer. All the drivers were involved in fervent study and religious discussion.... It was then that I... became convinced that all the professions, the bakers, the shoemakers, etc., have their own shtible in the Jewish district; and every free moment which can be taken off from work is given to the study of Torah. And when they get together in intimate groups, one urges the other, 'Sog mir a shtickle Torah--Tell me a little Torah."

European Jews studied in their own language--Yiddish--born of what Heschel calls "a will to make intelligible, to explain and simplify the tremendous complexities of the sacred literature. Thus there arose, as though spontaneously, a mother tongue, a direct expression of feeling, a mode of speech without ceremony or artifice, a language that speaks itself without taking devious paths, a tongue that has maternal intimacy and warmth. In this language, you say 'beauty' and mean 'spirituality;' you say 'kindness' and mean 'holiness.' Few languages can be spoken so simply and directly; there are but few languages which lend themselves with such difficulty to falseness. No wonder Rabbi Nahman of Bratslav would sometimes choose Yiddish to pour out his heart to God."

Heschel's words could easily define the Jewish faith itself. The world he describes was lost in the Holocaust, but the faith was not. This book rekindles it. Alyssa A. Lappen

A short book in size but a great book in content. It is a description of the spirit of the Jews of Eastern Europe, an exaltation of their culture, their way of life, and above all of the high spiritual development of this ethnic group. The author manifests a certain melancholy for days gone by, for a way of life which he believes no longer exists. Lets leave to the present day Hassids to confirm or deny this statement. Beautiful prose, a must for anyone interested in learning about the essence of Eastern Europe Judaism.

If I had to pick just one book to explain my inner life as a Hasidic Jew, this would be it. In fact, now that is is back in print, I shall do exactly that in my FAQ on Hasidic Culture.

Not just about Hasidism, this thin but profound volume, written in such beautifully poetic prose, covers the different types of Eastern European Jews in a way that informs and inspires at the same time. Rabbi Heschel explain so clearly how Jewish spirituality is expressd, not in visible cathedrals, art, or monuments, but in timeless words and values as they are expressed in community through both worship and daily life.

Originally written in 1949, it appears that the author, himself a Holocaust survivor, intended this book to be a memorial to a lost world. Yet 50 years later, the book is as fresh and inspiring as the day it was written. The physical Jewish world he describes may no longer be there in Eastern Europe, but the inner world of religious Jews continues to grow and flourish so that I, as a Hasid in the 90's, can read this book and say, "Yes, this describes my inner life, too!" .

Perhaps, as Heschel himself suggests, this Eastern European "golden age" of Jewish spirituality (his words) can now be fully appreciated by the world. An excellent, EXCELLENT, book! Double 5-stars!

This book gives the niggun( the spiritual melody) of the Jewish soul in Eastern Europe. Heschel writes" The Jews in Eastern Europe lived more in time than in space.It was as if their soul was always on the way, and if the secret of their heart had no affinity with things. .. A niggun, a tune flowing in search of its own unattainable end "
This spiritual music Heschel argues was present in the everyday life of ordinary Jews. In one of the powerful sections of the work he contrasts the elitist static world of the Jews of fourteenth and fifteenth century Spain with that of the Ashkenazim.He talks about the isolation of Ashkenazi Jewry before modern times, and its dynamism in comparison to a more slowly awakening Sephradish Jewry.
The great feeling in this work is somehow sadly underlined when one considers that it was first published in 1945 the year that it became known that most of those who lived in this sacred way were exterminated by the Nazis.

Originally written in 1949, this is a delightful introduction to the spiritual life of East European Jewry.

This book is priceless. It shows that it IS easy to become a saint, which many Catholics could never believe. Unless you know and follow everything in this book already (in that case, you are on the road to great sanctity), then buy it and read it. Most of us say that we love God, but if we truly loved God would try our best to avoid sin, and if we fall, then we would humbly beg pardon. This book isn't too long, but every page of his is worth your time and money.

This is probably the best book about spirituality that I have ever read. Fr. O'Sullivan tells his readers that by loveing God and offering our daily actions, thoughts, words, trials, and joys to Jesus for love of him, we will gain inestimable joy and grace. He says that we do not have to do anything extraordinary to become the greatest of saints. This book changed my whole life. I heartily recommend it to anyone Catholic, Protestant, or neither.

Father O'Sullivan, once again authors a great book on ways to achieve the union with God that so many of our friends, the Saints, have done before us. He tells what prayer really is, and since we know what it is, how it should be sincere. Great read for those seeking the exalted holiness of the Saints.

I try to read this book at least once every year. From the very first time I picked it up, I couldn't put it down until I had read it cover to cover, going back over it and taking in Fr. O'Sullivan's words to my heart. As reviewers have said, this book is shunned as being "too simple." I find it a shame it is viewed in such a negative light! The Jews were amazed at Jesus' teachings because "he taught as one having authority," even though he wasn't a trained scribe or rabbi. That is the case with Fr. O'Sullivan. He speaks simply, but with authority. It is time we humble ourselves, embrace the utmost beauty of simplicity, and live devout lives knowing that we have placed exactly where we are by the grace of God. "An Easy Way to Become a Saint" is exactly the source people need in order to do that! I rank this book in second place, behind St. Francis De Sales' "Introduction to the Devout Life," in devotional guides aiming to keep people focused in thought, word, and deed on their almighty Creator, who hasn't a single need of any of us, whom he has drawn out of an abyss of nothingness for the sole purpose to shine forth his goodness.

This little volume is a delightful classic in Christian Spirituality. Often it is shunned by the proud and intellectual as being 'to simple' and 'to basic' but, when it comes down to practical spirituality in everyday life, it's often the simple and the basic that we can remember and actually practice. In fact this book is used in formation in the Order in which I have the honor to be a member, and I have never heard anyone express anything but praise and gratitude for the book and its effect on their spiritual life. I heartly recommend it to anyone who is willing to read it with simplicity and a heart of prayer; I think you'll be very happy with the results.

I have always been concerned about what types of foods I consume on a daily basis and what the impact will be. Now with Marie's new book and these additional recipes, I can continue to prepare delicious menus and know I am putting the best products and ingredients into my blood stream. Her recipes are excellent with very little or no fat and no cholesterol. Wow! It is amazing that she continues to produce these award winning dishes that you can make for pennies on the dollar which are so good for you. Thank you Marie. I feel terrific!!!

I heard that the author of the fabulous "Soy of Cooking", Marie Oser had a new book the "Enlightened Kitchen". I couldn't wait to get it. I wasn't disappointed. It is a wonderful collection of flavorful vegan recipes that I can make myself. I never have had an issue with trying to find the ingredients because so many are now available in supermarkets. If I'm unfamiliar with a product, Marie's Englightened Pantry serves as a wonderful reference guide. One of my favorite things about the Enlightened Kitchen is the way the recipes are layed out. They are easy to follow and come together quickly. And the best part in my family loves them! My 5 year old likes helping in the kitchen and it is nice to know I have a collection of Marie's cookbooks that can assist me in showing my daughter how to cook healthy. Since the holiday's are right around the corner, I'm going to be giving the "Enlightened Kitchen" as gifts this holiday along with fresh baked Cranberry Walnut muffins, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread and the Pumpkin Raisin Breads to friends and family.

Being vegan can be a chore sometimes - it's the best diet in the world, yet it takes such an effort to avoid the proliferance of animal products in this country! But Marie Oser makes being vegan easy - and fun - and DELICIOUS! I have worn out her two other books from use, and I enjoying this new one so much. Every recipe is so tasty, her books have expanded my menu incredibly! The Enlightened Kitchen is informative, too - jam-packed with details to help you make good eating choices. You'll love it!

I have found Marie Oser's recipies to be much better than gourmet restaurants. This book is better than great. The food is delicious and the recipies are simple enough for my brown-thumb of cooking.

I am proof that vegan cooking is not always healthy! But i was looking for a healthy book and after watch marie oser od vegtv i decided to get her book. Her cooking is so great! Most of her recipes and fast and moderatly easy. You should know how to cook alittle. In the begining she gives information on a healthy diet and the link to disease. All the stuff i am very well aware of, but a nice touch for those you don't know. The only mistake was not putting either vegetarian or vegan in the title. It doesn't show up on the vegetarian cookbook search. But he cookbook is completely vegan! She puts tofu is almost everything, but you can't tell. Her crepes where unbelievable, and my mom liked them more than my pancakes. Her desserts are even healthy and taste good too. She uses wheat pastry flour and soy flour alot but that can be found at most heath foods. A good mix of recipes! And if you can't find some ingredients there is a chapter on where to find them. I can't wait to keep using this book... so i can eat well!