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Swallowed by Life: Mysteries of Death, Resurrection, & the Eternal
Do you know physical evidence shows you are more than a physical body? An award-winning medical and religion writer, Ada Brownell, after the death of her daughter, sought to verify if she believed in eternal life. This book shows why she has this hope, not only from a Christian point of view, but because of physical evidence. This book will help you discover if you believe and how to prepare.
128 pages, Paperback
First published December 6, 2011
About the author
Ada Brownell
10 books34 followersAda Brownell, a devoted Bible student, has written for Christian publications since age 15 and spent much of her life as a reporter for The Pueblo Chieftain in Colo. After moving to Springfield, MO in her retirement, she continues to free lance for Sunday school papers, Christian magazines, write op-ed pieces for newspapers, and write books with stick-to-your-soul encouragement. She is critique group leader of Ozarks Chapter of American Christian Writers and a member of American Christian Fiction Writers.
Among her books: Imagine the Future You, a youth Bible study (November 2013). Joe the Dreamer: The Castle and the Catapult, (Jan. 15, 2013); Swallowed by Life: Mysteries of Death, Resurrection and the Eternal, (Dec. 6, 2011); and Confessions of a Pentecostal, out of print but released in 2012 for Kindle; All the books are available in paper or for Kindle.
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Among her books: Imagine the Future You, a youth Bible study (November 2013). Joe the Dreamer: The Castle and the Catapult, (Jan. 15, 2013); Swallowed by Life: Mysteries of Death, Resurrection and the Eternal, (Dec. 6, 2011); and Confessions of a Pentecostal, out of print but released in 2012 for Kindle; All the books are available in paper or for Kindle.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/AdaBrowne...
Twitter: @adellerella
Blog: http://inkfromanearthenvessel.blogspo... Stick to Your Soul Encouragement
Amazon Ada Brownell author page: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B001KJ2C06
BarnesandNoble.com http://ow.ly/rFSW3
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August 1, 2017
This is a nonfiction book intended to help people through life-threatening situations, and I can really see where it would help those who are fearful--even full of terror. Terror of the pain, terror of leaving their loved ones (or a loved one leaving them), or terror of the unknown. This book is one that will enlighten and comfort.
There are times when death threatens or overcomes our loved ones, and everyone has a time when their own life will be left behind. When the latter comes suddenly, there's no time to become afraid--but when the physician come into our hospital room (or to the room in his/her office) and gives us a death sentence, it can be a time of real confusion and fear. I think it's probably worse when it's a loved one. Swallowed by Life is a 10-chapter book with thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter.
God doesn't want us to be afraid. He wants us to come to Him and know that He is able to care for us.
Available from Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in return for an honest review.
There are times when death threatens or overcomes our loved ones, and everyone has a time when their own life will be left behind. When the latter comes suddenly, there's no time to become afraid--but when the physician come into our hospital room (or to the room in his/her office) and gives us a death sentence, it can be a time of real confusion and fear. I think it's probably worse when it's a loved one. Swallowed by Life is a 10-chapter book with thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter.
God doesn't want us to be afraid. He wants us to come to Him and know that He is able to care for us.
Available from Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in return for an honest review.
January 18, 2017
Swallowed by Life by author Ada Brownwell is a transparent look at a mother's grief and search for faith after her daughter dies. It is extremely well written and will take readers on the heart wrenching journey with her.
Author Brownwell questioned God when she learned Carolyn, her daughter Carolyn, was going to die. She writes of the struggles and trials she faced. She explores her grief, anger, and depression. Brownwell talks to God to search for answers and her faith. Is there really life after death? Would she see her beloved daughter, Carolyn, again.
This book takes readers step by step with the author. Divided into ten chapters this paperback book begins with a dedication and preface before them. It ends with answers to study questions which conclude each chapter. Heavily sprinkled with scripture the chapters reinforce what it makes says that we are not alone and God is with us. It shows how we should be ready to leave this earth and live a life to encourage others.
I enjoyed this beautifully written book and would recommend it. It would be nice for someone grieving or struggling with faith. It would make a great small group study. I rated it 5 out of 5 stars. A copy of this book was provided for my honest review from The Book Club Network.
Author Brownwell questioned God when she learned Carolyn, her daughter Carolyn, was going to die. She writes of the struggles and trials she faced. She explores her grief, anger, and depression. Brownwell talks to God to search for answers and her faith. Is there really life after death? Would she see her beloved daughter, Carolyn, again.
This book takes readers step by step with the author. Divided into ten chapters this paperback book begins with a dedication and preface before them. It ends with answers to study questions which conclude each chapter. Heavily sprinkled with scripture the chapters reinforce what it makes says that we are not alone and God is with us. It shows how we should be ready to leave this earth and live a life to encourage others.
I enjoyed this beautifully written book and would recommend it. It would be nice for someone grieving or struggling with faith. It would make a great small group study. I rated it 5 out of 5 stars. A copy of this book was provided for my honest review from The Book Club Network.
July 27, 2012
The author is using her experience as a medical reporter for a daily newspaper to address an issue we will all have to deal with—death and what happens to us afterwards. She states in the preface that she will reveal how science shows us that death is swallowed by life every day and what Jesus had to say about eternal life. She also examines the evidence that we are more than just a mere body. Her exploration of these topics arose from trying to come to terms with the death of her daughter and the need for reassurance that all she had believed about heaven and life eternal was really true. As she states: “I’ve discovered life is a powerful force, and all life is supernatural because our Heavenly Father created it. In this book I will share the wonder of it all.”----and she does just that.
The book is made up of ten, very readable chapters filled with anecdotes and scientific tidbits. A set of discussion questions follows each chapter to help with book study groups or just personal reflection. The answers can be found at the end to be sure those questions are explored as the author intended. I enjoyed the images she uses to help paint word pictures of the natural processes of aging, death and new life: a restored rusty car, the collapsed roof of a deserted barn, leaves falling from a tree at different rates, the inside of a chicken egg, and others. I especially liked the following image: “When medicine leaves no handholds to grasp as we teeter on death’s precipice, we discover the Savior has gone this way before and will help.” Very comforting words.
This is a fascinating examination of the intricacies of the human body, a thorough Bible study of life after death, and the poignant reminisce of a mother who has lost a child and the peace she found. I highly recommend this book for anyone because, as the author says, there is no escaping our terminal condition.
I received a review copy of this book from the author, but the opionions expressed are solely mine.
The book is made up of ten, very readable chapters filled with anecdotes and scientific tidbits. A set of discussion questions follows each chapter to help with book study groups or just personal reflection. The answers can be found at the end to be sure those questions are explored as the author intended. I enjoyed the images she uses to help paint word pictures of the natural processes of aging, death and new life: a restored rusty car, the collapsed roof of a deserted barn, leaves falling from a tree at different rates, the inside of a chicken egg, and others. I especially liked the following image: “When medicine leaves no handholds to grasp as we teeter on death’s precipice, we discover the Savior has gone this way before and will help.” Very comforting words.
This is a fascinating examination of the intricacies of the human body, a thorough Bible study of life after death, and the poignant reminisce of a mother who has lost a child and the peace she found. I highly recommend this book for anyone because, as the author says, there is no escaping our terminal condition.
I received a review copy of this book from the author, but the opionions expressed are solely mine.
April 16, 2015
I like to give good ratings on books but I found I just could not get through the second chapter. I just didn't care for the writing and the personal opinions. Sorry Miss Brownell.
January 25, 2016
Sweet little book
I enjoyed reading Swallowed by Life: Mysteries of Death, Resurrection and the Eternal by Ada Brownell - especially liked the last chapter
I enjoyed reading Swallowed by Life: Mysteries of Death, Resurrection and the Eternal by Ada Brownell - especially liked the last chapter
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