Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" ~Matthew 4:4
When Cheryl Smith, a long-time blogging friend, contacts me and asks if I'll help to promote her latest book, Homespun Devotions - Volume Three, I am thrilled! I've read and enjoyed her previous devotional books, and I can't recommend them enough to those of your searching for a down-to-earth, home-grown collection of stories that are sure to enhance your daily walk with God.
Cheryl's unpretentious writing style reveals her beautiful heart. She puts the reader at ease right away with her honesty, transparency and hope in the Lord's love for her and for all of us. She is an expert at finding the miraculous in the mundane (as my blog's subtitle states) and can turn everyday occasions into unique opportunities to encounter God's presence in entirely new ways.
Here's how Cheryl describes her labor of love:
Homespun Devotions - Volume Three continues a series of books that record the piecing together of many of the stories of my life and the rich spiritual truths that God has imparted along the way. As you read these homespun narratives of faith, family, love, marriage, motherhood, friendship, and the music that is such a part of my heritage, you will discover glimpses into moments of the soul-searching and intense struggles I have experienced while journeying to a place of complete surrender to the One who bled and died for me.
Beautifully said!
While we all need spiritual nourishment, the Lord knows we also need our daily bread. Cheryl has included as a bonus in this volume 50 tried and true family recipes that reflect her Southern roots. They are sure to delight all of you who love to cook.
And here comes the fun part: Leave a comment below to be automatically entered in a chance to win a free copy of Homespun Devotions - Volume Three. Your name will be placed in a hat, my husband, Danny, will do the drawing, and the winner will be announced on next Tuesday's blog. I'd love to include my out-of-country followers in this drawing, but the high cost of shipping overseas is prohibitive. I know you will graciously understand.
Should you not win, you can order any of Cheryl's devotionals from Amazon.
May her latest collection of devotions touch your heart as deeply as it has touched mine!
Amen!
About the author:
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son in the mountains, sing, play her guitar, and write. You can hear her original songs on YouTube@mountainhopeband.
What I love is seeing the miraculous in the mundane!! So many people bypass or discount ordinary or small things.
ReplyDeleteThey absolutely do, Ginny, and it's such a shame. So many wonders are found in the small things, not the grand.
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Congratulations to Cheryl. And thank you Martha for this post promoting her latest book.
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You are so welcome, Victor. God bless!
DeleteThank you so much, dear friend, for writing such a beautiful review of this latest endeavor! I am deeply grateful to you for your faithful support, friendship, and encouragement all these years. May the Lord richly and abundantly bless you for all you do!
ReplyDeleteYou are more than welcome, Cheryl. It's such an honor that you would entrust this promotion of your amazing book to me. It was a joy to do so!
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Loved the other two Martha. Somewhere along the line I reviewed them but I'm not sure when. I was in contact with Cheryl for awhile but lost touch. I'm glad she is okay. I look forward to reading this next devotional. The other two are in the church library (along with someone's books about a squirrel). :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sure Cheryl will be thrilled to know that her previous devotionals are in your church library, Bill! That's a great way to share the word with others. And thanks for having my books there, too. Such an honor!
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I love how heartfelt and genuine your review is. You make Cheryl’s work feel accessible and inspiring, and the mix of devotions with family recipes makes it extra inviting.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly does make it extra inviting, Melody, I agree! Cheryl is a dear sister in Christ and I hope you will order this devotional.
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A great line - "finding the miraculous in the mundane." If I think about it long enough, that's where we usually find it.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, Glynn! The mundane things are where miracles flourish. We simply have to have eyes to see and ears to hear.
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Good review and congrats to Cheryl
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Thank you Martha for this review. Big congratulations to your friend Cheryl, and I hope she is blessed as I know her readers will be as well.
ReplyDeleteHer readers will most definitely be blessed by her latest devotional book, Shug. Cheryl is a gifted writer, indeed.
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Martha, What a good and loyal friend you are! Congratulations to Cheryl on her new book. All her books sound really good.
ReplyDeleteThey certainly are good, Debby, and I can't recommend them highly enough. Hope you'll become a fan, too!
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Thank you for this wonderful introduction friend. Aloha!
ReplyDeleteYou are so welcome, Cloudia.
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"Miraculous in the mundane" ... I don't know how I missed seeing that subtitle (here), but it's not something I'm likely to forget!
ReplyDeleteOf course, I've heard sermons and read testimonies grand, but those which resonate most deeply are simple and common sensical from one's heart. Congratulations Cheryl!
That is so true, Myra. The simplest, most seemingly insignificant things often hold the richest treasures for our souls. Meet the Miraculous in the mundane every day!
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Congratulations to Cheryl for completing another volume of her devotionals! May God spread her wisdom and insight far and wide. You do not need to put my name in the hat, Martha. I won Volume #2 in another drawing a while back. It's better to spread the wealth!
ReplyDeleteThat's so sweet of you, Nancy! Yes, whoever wins the drawing will most certainly be blessed by Cheryl's insights and reflections.
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Olá, Martha
ReplyDeleteÓtima postagem, Cheryl é muito talentosa, que o Senhor continue abençoando todos os seus projetos, um forte abraço.
Thanks so much, Lucinalva!
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How great to do this for your friend! I will go to Amazon and look for her. I'm not sure of my timing here, since I've been away and am catching up. If there is still time, please include my name in the drawing! xo
ReplyDeleteThere is still time, Terri, as I just published this post yesterday. I'll be sure to put your name in the hat.
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Congrats and good luck to Cheryl on her new book Martha.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandie! So happy for Cheryl, too.
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Sounds like a good book
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is, Jo-Anne.
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Sounds like a beautiful devotion. And nice to find out more about Cheryl. I love how she said, "...stories of my life and the rich spiritual truths that God has imparted along the way." God bless Martha and Cheryl.
ReplyDeleteCheryl is such a dear friend and a talented writer, Karen, that's for sure. She will touch your heart deeply, I guarantee.
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Thanks to both of you.
ReplyDeleteYou are so welcome, Diana!
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Thanks for introducing Cheryl to us, greatly appreciated and I hope she does well with her new book.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure Cheryl will do well with her latest devotional book, Bill, and thanks so much for your encouraging words here.
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Blessings on your on new devotional, Cheryl! Thanks for the introduction to Cheryl's new work, Martha. Shalom Shalom!!
ReplyDeleteShalom is right, Debra! Cheryl is a treasured friend and I hope that all of my readers here will find her writing to be inspirational.
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Here I am, late to the party again, Martha. I checked my email a half dozen times early yesterday, but was dragged away from home and tied up the rest of the day. Today started in high gear and now it's about 9:00 and I'm just now beginning to wind down. The good news is that I really admire you for stepping up to support and promote Cheryl's new book. It's so like you to do something like that and it warms my heart for both of you. We talk about how Jesus makes us family, but things like this take it out of the realm of theory and makes it very touchable. All of us have moments when we need a little help and encouragement in our efforts to do what God has called us to do. You have shown yourself to be so willing to be that kind of friend and partner in ministry. Diane and I will definitely check out Cheryl's work and we appreciate the introduction to another gifted follower of Jesus who is making a pubic declaration of her devotion to Him and declaring His work in her life in a way that will live on. May God bless you both for the uplifting promotion and reminder that the living God is at work in all of us.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ron, from the bottom of my heart for your kind and encouraging words here. It is so crucial to support one another in our Christian journeys whenever possible, and promoting something as uplifting as Cheryl's book makes that task a breeze. It's an honor to be able to toot the horns of others whenever possible.
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It is heartwarming to see writers that get the message out using "not the every day way". It is a special gift of the spirit.
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Yes, Jim, it is definitely a gift of the Spirit and one for which we can all be so grateful.
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Ah Cheryl's new devotional sounds wonderful. I will be sure to check out her book. Thanks too for stopping by to visit me and your prayers for much needed rain. Hugs!
ReplyDeletePlease do check out all of Cheryl's books, Debbie. You won't be disappointed, I guarantee. Yes, I'll continue to pray for the rain you need.
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I may check out her book anyway, but you can enter me in the giveaway too. Thank you for sharing.
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I'll happily enter you in the giveaway, Regine. Good luck!
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What a lovely way to share Cheryl’s work. I especially like that she includes recipes such a warm, personal touch.
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