books

I sometimes wonder what my life would be like today if I had not read certain books. Below is a list of my favorites. Some have impacted me spiritually, others have impacted the way I eat or parent, some have simply expanded my horizons, and some are helpful resources. I hope they are as helpful and encouraging to you as they have been to me! Please note: Clicking on a book will take you to Amazon.com, where you can purchase the book, and I will receive a percentage of the sales. This helps offset the costs of maintaining this site, and you have my sincerest thanks!

Never Be Sick Again

This was the very first book I read about natural health and it totally changed my perspective and my life!

Natural Baby and Childcare

Skip the What to Expect books and read Natural Baby and Childcare instead. :)

Prescription for Nutritional Healing

My go-to book for natural remedies.

Everyday Paleo

A great recipe book for those who are new to grain-free cooking. 

Cure Tooth Decay

It's hard work but you can heal and prevent cavities with nutrition!

Knockout: Interviews with Doctors who are Curing Cancer

I love the interview style of this book. Great info about alternative cancer therapies.

Cancer: Step Outside the Box

Exposes the cancer industry and provides lots of information about fighting and preventing cancer.

Gut and Psychology Syndrome

I love how I feel on the Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) diet!

The Holy Bible

There are so many Bibles to choose from! I prefer ESV and NASB for accuracy, and NIRV for reading with the kids.

The Case for Christ

Answers common questions people have regarding the historical accuracy of the Bible.

Crazy Love

I love how passionate Francis Chan is about loving God and people.

Decision Making and the Will of God

I grew up in a Christian tradition that emphasized hearing from God and finding God's will for my life. Boy was that stressful! Since reading this book I finally feel free!

Church History in Plain Language

This was my textbook for my History of Christianity class and I loved it!

The Adam Quest

Compares young-earth, old-earth, and theistic evolution.

Genesis and the Big Bang

Physicist Gerald Schroeder shows that the Bible and science are amazingly compatible, regarding the age of the universe.

Bringing Up Boys

Although I don't agree with everything James Dobson says (spanking), I think this is a must-read for every parent of boys.

Bringing Up Girls

A must-read for every parent of girls.

The Successful Child

Okay so this book doesn't guarantee that your child will be successful (what does that mean anyway?), but it does have great parenting advice.

Protecting the Gift

Let's keep our babies safe!

Amazing Grace

This is a look into the lives of those who live in the poorest urban neighborhood in the U.S. It will be required reading for my kids one day.

The Well-Trained Mind

A great book for those who are new to homeschooling. Provides many resources.