Reading Hobby Lobby's Christian Books: worth the hype?

Join me today for another reading vlog, this time checking out those Christian books I always see in Hobby Lobby. Are they any good? I always stand there in the checkout line wondering! Today lets find out!
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[@HowtoFaithALife]

Who else here loves Hobby Lobby? Anyone else stand in the check-out line wondering about these books? Hope this video inspires you to read but also most importantly read the Word of God! Sending much love, Faith

[@GraceStudios777]

I do too!!

[@beverlybarnhardt1139]

Yep! Love HL! And I ALWAYS browse thru the books.

[@mariesbudgets8814]

100% every time... I've been wondering about watch makers daughter I'm glad that you did that one

[@beverlybarnhardt1139]

You should absolutely read The Hiding Place!

[@allismama]

I love hobby lobby

[@traceyray6498]

Yes 🙌 a Faith book at Hobby Lobby!! It’s gonna happen!

[@traceyray6498]

God willing

[@seasidehomestead4064]

Loooove videos like this. As a Canadian I love seeing inside American stores. I love your crafting videos and currently own every course you've made. Love your ministry! ❤

[@anikrossignol8809]

I love all the choices of stores they have in the states! I’m in NB :)

[@seasidehomestead4064]

@@anikrossignol8809 I'm also in New Brunswick. Bathurst area. 🙂

[@ktwo08]

Kindles are an absolute game changer!

[@maxinem934]

With your kindle, head to your local library and ask about Libby! Libby is basically the library but for digital books. There's even some libraries that will offer Libby services for those out of area.

[@karenallen7064]

This! Perhaps 90% of the books I read are via Libby or Hoopla through my library. Free! And then books we have in Kindle! (I'm working through Epps' Junia the First Woman Apostle & Michael Bird's An Anonymous Jew right now which we got on sale.) My husband & I share Kindle libraries.

[@killhannaah]

I was one to comment about you reading that author. I was so surprised that you wanted to read that book. But it makes so much sense that you want to read him critically. I am currently reading a book critically too. You are just human! Thanks for sharing!! Very humbling and very true.

[@dani_vonne]

I love Hosanna Wong!! Her other book was AMAZING TOO

[@kristenhall283]

I appreciate you leaving in your very human moments of messing up pages and being frustrated about it, while still reminding us it’s not about the perfection. It’s very helpful to see that realness.

[@Priscilla_Bettis]

Yes, do a Christian self-help book vlog. You could warn us off if it's bad theology or encourage us to read it if it has good explanations of Biblically sound principals by which to live.

[@qreua_3075]

Faith and Kyra linking up was not on my YT bingo card but we love to see it 🎉

[@sierrabookishlife]

Can you share her KZbin page please. The link 🔗 Faith posted isn’t workings

[@HowtoFaithALife]

youtube.com/@KyrahStewart?si=tFDWe6yH5swZ8nuQ

[@JessTK22]

I started following you very soon after becoming a Christian, and you have kept me so inspired in getting deep in my Bible studies (I'm a grad student so I'm still in student mode and love applying it to my time in the Word!) I would love to see your take on Christian fiction. Francine Rivers immediately comes to mind, because though it is fictional, I've certainly enjoyed her books and love that I don't have to worry about the influence of what I'm reading because it is rooted in scripture

[@kemaramsey724]

Hey Faith would you consider doing a video or short explaining what Apologetics is? I've heard you mention it several times. Thank you. I find your videos very helpful and encouraging.

[@rebekahearly1144]

I don’t know if Faith did a video, but basically apologetics can be described as a way to love God with your mind, or ‘reasoning ministry’. It involves looking at questions like ‘what is the nature of God?’ ‘Is the bible a historical/reliable document and how did we get it?’, looking at science, philosophy and those sorts of fields for evidence that verifies what we believe, as well as learning a biblical world view and responses to questions about hard things like suffering and evil. It’s fascinating, but there is huge diversity of thought so it can be tricky to navigate. Stand To Reason, Cold Case Christianity, Sean McDowell and Think Biblically, and the AC (Apologetics Canada) Podcast are a few approachable and general ones I would recommend myself - hope that helps 😊

[@kemaramsey724]

Thank you Rebekah.

[@kinzeyjohnston29]

I love Mardel's!! We only got one near us two years ago, but let me tell ya if I walk out not spending $100 or more I consider it a steal, lol. Which is why I don't go often...but when I do it makes my heart happy! Hobby Lobby is also a favorite, but I'm more books than craftiness. So Mardel's speaks to me more.

[@keithwilson2345]

We love the Christian booktouber era ❤

[@ariachase]

Enjoyed this! Can’t say I would be too tempted to read a Craig Groeschel book lol

[@ginacox9652]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@amybeasley7388]

I love stories that I can escape in for a bit. I joined the channel you spoke of 🥰 Thanks!

[@Catholic_Gurly]

I love your book recs

[@TheDustySkeptic]

100% going to read these books myself for my own channel. Thanks, Faith!

[@kimbarbeaureads]

The Hiding Place is a favorite of mine so I was hesitant, like "what could this author possibly add to Corrie's story" since she was a great storyteller herself. It sounds almost like a Bible Study so that sounds intriguing. P. S. - Read the Hiding Place!!!!

[@karenallen7064]

This is what I thought too! That said I've read 2-3 of Corrie's books back in the 70's. (add in a visit to the watch shop & house with the hiding place)

[@heidihouseholder727]

I love everything about Hobby Lobby❤ I purchased Tony Evans bible commentary there for under $30.00, and I love it!

[@triciamaddoxbehncke4191]

I commented about that other book, too, but had an inkling it was a critical read (before you clarified as such) because you had read Childers. I'm so glad you leave room for this kind of reading. I shop a lot of thrift books and am always so afraid I'll unknowingly read something with bad doctrine. But you inspire me to pick up more and use the discernment God gives me... that's how we will know and share with others. I just ordered a whole load of 49 and 99 cent books from a Christian supplier! Time to start discerning! 😂

[@meganboman4619]

Larry Loftis is an AMAZING author. He's written several really amazing stories about unknown spies during WWII. He is a VERY engaging story teller, and he's always telling stories about real people which is fascinating. I've read the Princess Spy and Code Name Lise.

[@brushlow9344]

I really appreciate your reviews. I have purchased books at HL before. Gotta love the prices. Wish we had a Mardel’s. We don’t have a good Christian book store.

[@brushlow9344]

Kyra’s link did not work for me. 😢

[@pkmcnett5649]

Our nearest Christian Bookstore is 50 miles away. 😢 I found a cool book with charts, maps, and other info at Hobby Lobby.

[@HowtoFaithALife]

Here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6vLnWmshZmfrMksi=eU7ljtgc8i-reqVz

[@beckyleheny8636]

I love to read Christian books. The Watchmakers Daughter was wonderful book!!! One of my favorite books was "Christy" by Catherine Marshall, from long ago! Does anyone beside me read other books, classic literature??? I rarely go to Hobby Lobby, not one near.

[@joterry7928]

There is a movie for The Hiding Place, too. Corrie tenBoom was such an amazing survivor of a concentration camp in WWII.

[@earumaa]

I wish I knew your channel when I lived in that area… I would have my fingers crossed to meet you in these stores that I used to go SO MUCH!! 😃💜 Not stalking, just to thank you for ALL you teach us! I praise God for you, Faith!

[@celynamez]

13:15 it’s after you finish the kindle book that you decide if you want the physical copy or not ❤😂

[@tammylewis6296]

Loved this and love Hobby Lobby. So thankful for your channel and how much it has pushed me to have a deeper relationship with my Jesus!

[@sarahescobar4828]

I’m loving all of the book/reading content! I decided to read 48 books this year too!

[@AmyEnzenroth]

A book recommendation to read is “Ruby Ridge to Freedom” by Sara Weaver. Its her life story, which you may know from news coverage, but with facts that were not in the news or otherwise skewed. Another is “Becoming Free Indeed” by Jinger Vuolo. Its her life story. Her sister Jill Dillard has a book that was great too. It is called “Counting the Cost”.

[@julievanessa89]

I tend to buy the kindle version for books I want to casually read in bed because the lighting is better for my eyes than a book light, or if they are a lot cheaper to get than the physical copy I’ll get the kindle. If it’s a book I know I will want to highlight and write in, I will buy the physical book. (You can highlight on kindle too, but I much prefer flipping through a physical book and seeing the highlights and notes).

[@lindseyjoyp]

Mardels is my FAVORITE store!!

[@liferebooted]

My rule of thumb for book purchases is if I want to own the copy, I purchase the physical book. If I only want to read it once, I will purchase digitally but with strong consideration given pricing is insane these days. I am not a big fan of digital content purchases unless they are free :)

[@chantelljones9322]

Thats one great thing about Kindle for me... I replaced all my lost books after a house fire a few years ago with Kindle. I only have a few physical books, like Bibles and a few novels that were gifts now.

[@Jesuslovesyou88627]

Corrie ten boons story on forgiveness is top notch my pastor shared it with me

[@davidaffholter4683]

Pilot Precise V5 RT for smudge free writing

[@karenallen7064]

I have these in almost every color! However, I don't use in my Bible, only my bujo, collections, or notes.

[@TheUnhingedWomanBookClub]

Hi Faith! I've been watching you for some time and have been tackling reading the bible for the first time. I've learned a lot from watching your journaling videos. I've recently started my own BookTube channel and while you and I read different things, I appreciate you and the things you share on your channel. I even purchased your Bootcamp series and your cliff notes to help me on my own adventures. Thanks so much for all you do!

[@HowtoFaithALife]

I’m checking out your channel now!

[@myca9169]

My son loves Hobby Lobby!! He gets his paints there and sometimes canvases if they are on sale. He can also find other items if he needs to do abstract work. Now, Me Mardels is the place to be. I don't get to go often it is about 50 mi from here. Give me a $100 and it will be gone in minutes. Books, shirts (only on sale), and anything else I might find. I do enjoy the cross aisle at Hobby Lobby It never fails that there is always something that is in my budget concerning crosses. It is probably for the best that Mardels is a small drive to the town of (TTU, a university with its own zip code.) Same as Hobby Lobby. Hope you are staying warm in your part of Texas. We made it through the first arctic blast, now we're just waiting for the next one just around the corner. Stay warm and I pray you continue to have electricity.

[@sistagirle4416]

I love hobby lobby. I love your content because you inspire me to read the Bible more and do journaling . Thank so much .

[@HowtoFaithALife]

I'm so glad!

[@philiplewis1989]

Hey Faith, another great vid. And I'm from Boston. Cool that you visited here. 😁😁😁🙂🙂🙂♥♥♥

[@HowtoFaithALife]

Hey hey! It was beautiful!

[@Manderlyn86]

Oh!! historical Christian, I like this idea. I’m like you that I read mostly research and commentary. This has gotten me excited to try something out of my comfort zone. Thank you ! 😊Maybe we should do a monthly book together as a group?! Happy Monday Faith.

[@mahalaleininger2165]

I always get books on my kindle first and if I find it to be one I want to annotate or “cuddle” with while reading.

[@GWENEISSES]

ohhh. i read the hiding place and will definitely add the watch makers daughter to my list. Have you also read Through the gates of splendor by Elisabeth Elliot? I felt like it was a similarly written historical biography.

[@crystalmarina2378]

If you haven’t read the Hiding Place, please, please, please do. It is Corrie’s first hand experience and it is LIFE CHANGING. I promise it will make such everlasting impact on your life. 🙏🏼

[@mramer3]

I LOVE the mardel bargain book shelves!!! The last time I went, I found Kelly Kapic’s book “You’re only human” for $5!! I actually bought BOTH copies and gave one to my mom.

[@WolfWriterL.P]

Faith u are the best!! i love hobby lobby too!!! and i will try to read the biogaphy u were talking about. it looks really good!

[@thequirkychristian]

Watchmakers Daughter was an amazing read. Corrie ten Boom has been one of my Christian heroes for years. You need to read Bonhoeffer by Eric Metaxes. It’s over 600 pages long but I read it in like two days.

[@erlyne0]

I enjoy reading and I think it's great to sample a variety of different genres. Can't wait to see where you take this, Faith! :o)

[@jmschnepp]

I’ve been eyeing the Watchmaker’s Daughter for a while. It’s on my TBR and may just be a next read. Amazing Grace is a fantastic story. Once you’ve read the book, there is a movie. I’ll be interested in hearing your thoughts on Charles Lindbergh.

[@mortalley]

Hi! Just wanted to say thanks for sharing the love and other ways to get in touch with the Good Lord. 😊 I honestly never knew that Hobby Lobby was a Christian own store. That's really cool to know. Also never even noticed the books but definitely will now. 💚 P.S. I tried the link to your friends channel but it did not work for me. 😔 Stay well and blessed. 🌻

[@tiffanywitmer6360]

Kindle let's you change to dark background w/ white print which may be easier to read than your typical paper print.

[@karenallen7064]

This is much easier for me!

[@truthfaithhopeGodJ]

I love your book reviews 🙌

[@Lamamalou]

Would love for you to review “ In Church as it is in Heaven” by Jaamal Willams and Timothy Paul Jones. Not a lot of books out there on diversity in the church. I used to attend the church depicted in the book (we moved) so I got to witness first hand all the changes.

[@kyliesanders6013]

Definitely going to read this book Faith sounds very interesting indeed. The watchmaker's daughter...

[@melissiamiller8566]

I loved the Watch Maker’s Daughter. World War II reads are among my favorites to read. Also Corrie Tin Boom is someone we should alI want to imitate. I also want to read more of the author’s books and have many in my wish list.

[@AnnieDiscepoli]

Kyrah's link didn't work. I dug around and found her at www.youtube.com/@KyrahStewart/videos

[@allismama]

The book i just got is the the women in the Bible speak and workbook

[@tanyaschleff6700]

That is why my stuff is just plan and I use a pencil ✏️ instead of because I would take the page out lol… I love my kindle to read on it’s so good to have. Plus I have it on my phone too

[@kristenhall283]

I got a Kindle this week! So much better for my eyes than reading on my iPad. I use Kindle Unlimited and Libby through my local library - saves me so much money! I also have Amazon Prime, and through that, I can get one (sometimes two!) free ebooks a month from a small selection of new release options they provide.

[@debradrury1626]

You definitely should read The Hiding Place!

[@user-bz1pp7ii7c]

In billings montana we only have hobby lobby or barns an d noble to buy christian books and wallmart

[@natashamcclellan2707]

Great video as always. ✝️❤️👏🏽

[@graceboshell6650]

Just finished the Amazing Grace book - highly recommend!

[@SonicTailsKuncklesAmy424]

@HowtoFaithALife I had always wondered about the books a Hobby Lobby too. Now I know that they have some good books there🙂 I know I’m not a patreon, but I do know a book that you might enjoy. It’s called “I will not Fear” by Melba Pattillo Beals. It’s a Christian History book about one of the girls who was a part of the Little Rock Nine. She talks about her experiences being one of the first black people at an all white school and how her faith in God sustained her through those tough times. Thank you for making videos that help us and inspire us to get closer to God❤ I hope you are doing well and God bless 🙏❤️

[@harrietjohnston950]

Highly recommend using the kindle to read. I do most of my reading on my kindle. It is easier to locate your highlights as opposed to finding them in a physical book.

[@aleamilr]

Re:which books to get on kindle vs physical, I read everything on the kindle first, and if its something I think I will read again/reference i buy a physical copy.

[@Matthew19.26]

Awesome timing on the video! I just started getting back into reading myself, and currently am going through Live No Lies by John Comer. Would be interesting to see your thoughts on that.

[@mattieann5053]

I LOVE Hobby Lobby and always take a peek at those books near the checkout. As an avid reader (kindle, physical and audio) I have a library card and use it to its fullest extent! Since I already have a very large physical collection, when it comes to buying physical copies I've started to use this method: I will borrow it via kindle or audiobook from my library or Spotify (they give you 15hrs free each month for premium members). If its too dense for me to listen to I'll try kindle next. If I love it after listening or reading it on kindle; *and* want to revisit or read it again then I will buy it. Something I've recently implemented since moving. I'm trying and be more selective and mindful about purchasing psychical books.

[@tiffanywitmer6360]

Love Corrie Ten Boom. She is one person I would have loved to have met.

[@HowtoFaithALife]

Sameeeeeee! You and me need to schedule a coffee date with her as soon as we get to Heaven!

[@aleamilr]

I’d love to see you read/review some Dostoyevsky, particularly The Idiot or The Brothers K. I think you would appreciate the blending of fiction with theology/philosophy

[@beckyleheny8636]

Yes!

[@beckyleheny8636]

Wonderful suggestion! I would also suggest prominent philosophers as well, Kant, Sarte, Descartes, Hesse to read critically. If we want to discuss Christianity with those who are "intellectual thinkers" we have to be knowledgeable in the realm of their thinking or else we come across like bumbling idiots.

[@Adaisy45]

I saw Corrie Ten- Boom as a young girl at Calvin college in Grand Rapids, Michigan in the 70’s. I gave my life to Christ that night. I loved reading “The Watchmakers daughter”. Very moving book. I was very interested in learning more about what went on in the Netherlands during WW2 as my mother in-law lived in the Netherlands during the war and had German soldiers in their home. I think this book is a must read for every Christian. Corrie and Betsies faith in Christ is so beautiful. They both were so dedicated to reaching others with the Gospel.

[@tashaa69]

I tend to only buy printed books new only if I've read and enjoyed them or if it's a reference I need to study. Or if I find them at the thrift store. Otherwise kindle.

[@tashaa69]

The Hiding Place is amazing and I and from Corrie's own perspective.

[@beesblossoms]

Faith I just bought 2 books there yesterday! I almost bought the tony evans bible commentaries BUT I wanted to review your video first...for a basic bible girl what commentaries would you recommend? I know there is a video somewhere on you channel, digging through now.

[@schuylery5451]

When you asked how we choose which books to buy on kindle and what to buy physically: I often buy books on my kindle/kobo that I’m not sure I will want to read again/take up shelf space. Often if I really love a book I’ll buy a physical copy as well. I also buy a lot of fiction on my kindle because I don’t find it’s worth taking up too much shelf space, personally. There’s also been times I’ve enjoyed a book and wasn’t going to get a physical copy but buy a copy so I can lend to people 😂

[@crystalmarina2378]

I do this with audio books!

[@Canadian-Sunshine]

Faith! Try frixon pens they erase and there are lots of colours!

[@catherinejameswrites]

She’s tried and discarded them already.

[@triciadorsey8779]

Can you do a video (or point me in the direction of one you've already done) where you put notes from books you read into your Bible. Curious your method. Do you stop and do it then and there? Do you wait until you've finished then go back through the book to all the dog-eared pages to see if any were worth copying into your Bible?

[@cynthialewis6919]

I have purchased books and Bible studies from Hobby Lobby!!!

[@aprilfurcean8302]

I can’t use the Kindle for books, so I think I’m going to underline and highlighting. But I like it for when I’m reading a fiction book.

[@MarthaAnderson-jv8ph]

Would you briefly tell about the Charles Lindbergh book and why you chose to read it. Thank you.

[@GVMonica]

The hiding place is wonderful book

[@beadywoman]

I also really enjoyed “Code Talkers,” set in WWII. Although not a religious theme, there are lots of points to think deeply about in the book.

[@heatherdixon5724]

You must read The Hiding Place

[@yashwaghouri4672]

God bless you

[@trista_sue_writes]

Have you read any of Rosaria Butterfield's books? The Gospel Comes With a Housekey had a huge impact on me and how I interact with people. ❤

[@aprilfurcean8302]

Sadie does seem to focus on teens in her ministry so it doesn’t surprise me that her writings are geared toward them as well.

[@sharonyoung8251]

I have found that the books carried are also carried by Mardel christian book store. The are owned by the same company.

[@linareed8118]

Have you read any of Elizabeth Musser’s books? She is amazing.

[@donnabush7938]

Thanks for the reviews! I actually work at Hobby Lobby, so I see these books all the time, but never really thought about buying one. Now, I’d really like to read ‘The Watchmaker’s Daughter.’ Just curious (not criticizing!), but do you ever read books just for the enjoyment, or do just pick books only for theological purposes? Looking forward to more reviews!

[@anitrarn]

Just realized you aren’t that far from me! FYI. I discovered the biggest Half Price Books ever a few weeks ago downtown in the University area close to SMU. I was floored! Their Christian section is huge. I spent about 1.5 hours in just that one area of the bookstore. You ought to check it out sometime. Love your book reviews. My goal of reading 7 books this year seems like nothing compared to how fast you read. Wow.

[@carmenM-ey6qy]

Yes to the Christian self-help reading log! 😀

[@aprilfurcean8302]

Oh how I love hobby lobby!

[@celynamez]

11:24 I don’t understand your suggestion to read 1 corinth 8 ❤ I went to read hoping to learn about saying mean stuff to people but I just read and learned about eating meat offered to idols 😅 can someone explain what I got wrong? 🙏🏽 thanks

[@Rivkah_of_the_Remnant]

This is one of my favorite books about historical Christian figures: "Autobiography of George Muller: A Million and a Half in Answer to Prayer" There are dozens of books about George Muller, but truly this is the only one that affected me deeply. It's very expensive and hard to find, but so worth it!

[@Annoyedusually]

They have an aisle of plastic dinosaurs! I'm a fan.

[@HowtoFaithALife]

😂😂😂😂

[@user-ot6cy4bv4d]

Just ordered the watchmakers daughter thanks

[@HowtoFaithALife]

Hope you like it!

[@killhannaah]

I LOVE your book videos. Great reading journal, too!! Fun to get a look inside! And just my opinion: I know it’s not about perfection, but I think Gods put in us a healthy strive for perfection in this way: wanting things look look nice and be beautiful and aesthetic!! And I think that is very good. Being annoyed that your pen smudged isn’t perfectionism, I don’t think. It’s working carefully on something and making it pretty and than something messing it up. - just a side note haha. And I love Christian historical fiction. I love reading Tessa Afshar. Her books give me such a sense of the time Jesus and the Apostles lived. Very helpful.

[@inkiwell]

Every Christian should read The Hiding Place. ❤️

[@kimberadisme]

I love Christian History books! I have to say that in 2022, The Hiding Place and God's Smuggler were in my top 3 books and I have purchased multiple copies of both and given them away (something I don't do with other books very often!). The Hiding Place is wonderful, there are so many hidden gems throughout it about the Christian life, very powerful illustrations from her real life. Written from Corrie Ten Boom's perspective. God's Smuggler is about Brother Andrew and how God used him to smuggle Bibles behind the iron curtain. It's riviting-- opened my eyes and challenged my faith! (And because it's so exciting, it was a pretty fast read.) I highly recommend it, as it really elevates the preciousness of God's Word and the hand of God. (Especially profitable to any Christian that has grown up in the West.) (If you think you would like to read it, I would be happy to send you a copy!)

[@tiffanyallen5193]

Oh my goodness, what book did you read about the theology of one word? I’d love to know!! Is that hesed??