Sinner's Creed

Sinner's Creed
Scott Stapp

     "I love learning the story behind the story. Whether its a famous writer, musician or business person - what has happened in their life so far? Rock'n'roll biographies are particularly interesting.
     Scott's story seems authentic, honest, real and raw. The stuff he has gone through, the good times and bad - so fascinating and compelling. And all the while making incredible music that has affected the pop scene profoundly.
     I like these words from the last chapter: "I've come to see sin as separation from God. In that respect, I've been a life long sinner, as evidenced by the countless times I've separated myself from Him. Those were acts of willfulness. I call this book Sinner's Creed because I realize that my life as a Christian has always been - and will always be - challenged by these periods of separation."

Also included in this book are the lyrics from the songs that he has written.

I recommend this book as a very worthwhile read."

Lando Klassen
Owner, House of James

For more information on Sinner's Creed visit our website here.

Fearless

     For someone who is far from fearless, this should prove to be an interesting introduction of sorts for me. My name is Elise, and I will be looking after this dear blog for a little while, hopefully conveying my love for blogging, books, and words, through the vast and wavering realm of the web.

     Today we're featuring the book Fearless, by Eric Blehm, reviewed by one of our own. As our latest hire, Michael is still getting a feel for things, but his love for reading is a definite asset, and he's put it to good use with his review of this biography:

Fearless is Adam Brown's story. Starting with the tales of an adventurous three year old jumping from the second story window of his home, a dare devil teenager who jumped from a speeding cars and faced down deathly situations with out breaking a sweat; Adam was a Navy SEAL before he even won his trident. This is an incredible story about redemption, resilience, and family. Witness the unbelievable true story of Adam Brown as he conquerors personal tragedy, drug addiction, and injury. This is an inspirational true story of a man who knows:
"God gave me a gift. I don't feel fear."

-- Michael Peters

For any additional information, you can see the book here on our website:
http://www.houseofjames.com/store/details/9780307730695

     And just for the record, you need have no fear about coming in to see us at our store on Emerson St. Honestly, how intimidating could a bunch of booksellers and book lovers possibly be?

~Elise