Testimonials

Dear Jolene,
I finished your book this morning. The reason i bought it was because i wanted to support you; seeing that you are a person with great character and good deeds. But to be honest, I think your book helped me more. It is a good reminder about how great our God loves is for us. Sometimes we worry too much about the little details in life and stress about dump things and situations. Truth is: life would be a lot more enjoyable if we keep in mind that whatever happens, God is there with us and loves us no matter what. And that's exactly what your book reminded me of. I'm sure you inspire a lot of people, including myself, so I wanted to thank you. :) I really hope to have you speak at WCS this year; the kids there would love you. I'm also keeping your husband's health in my prayers. God Bless.
Love, Amy Santos (facebook)
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Loved the book! Thanks for writing Be Mine: your invitation to God's Lavish Love.
Trena Boonstra (Facebook)
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Your book finally came in yesterday, and I picked it up. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down...so I read the entire thing in one sitting. It brought back so many wonderful memories of all you taught me on Biloxi spring break a few years ago. Thanks so much for writing it!!
Krista VerMeer (Facebook)
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Hi Jolene - I just wanted to tell you my experience of reading your book! First of all, you are so funny and descriptive, and I felt the whole time like we were just sitting chatting and "being real" - nice. Second of all, I grew up in a christian home, had lots of expectations and rules and "shoulds", was required to do chatechism, expected to make profession of faith, in essence "do" all the "right things". . .but no one in my childhood years managed to show me how much God loved me. Not untill I was a 30-35 year old adult did I realize/feel that. I dont know why, maybe Gods timing, maybe it was just because we live in a fallen world. . .but I wanted to tell you that your book does a lovely job of really showing/explaining/sharing His love. Every person who picks that up and really digests any of it, will get a glimpse of how much God loves them - and that is just the purpose of everything, isnt it!? So - good job, my friend. Im excited the think what God is going to do with your book. You may never know whom all is impacted, but He knows! :):)
Machelle Sommerville (Facebook)
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Jolene, Loved your book, just finished it. The stories made me laugh out loud... I could feel the hurt too. No tears but i wouldnt admit it if I had. The book is a blessing to me. I could relate to many of the stories. I pray that you are blessed and continue to bless others as you have been a blessing to me. Dick
Dick Bouman (Facebook)
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My dear Jolene,
I loved your book! It is so you and so God! I could hardly put it down! I actually sat by myself and laughed out loud many times. I loved – "I Love You More than you Can Wee!!" Actually, I loved all the chapters. "Did you Flush?" and "Pray for Me" were hilarious! I really loved all the corresponding references to God's love in each chapter. I also appreciated your emphasis on gratitude and the invitations to accept Christ and let Him change our lives. I noticed some expressions that I use – "don't give a rip," "scads of workers," and "umpteenth time." I am praying that God will use this book in a powerful way and I know He will. What a wonderful addition to your speaking ministry. May God empower you with strength and boldness.
Bea Hoek (note)
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jolene, thinking about you as i am reading your book in my dorm room... i just felt a crazy need to tell you, i love you! truly. you are an inspiration and someone i wish to be like when i grow up in God's plan for me. :) Andi Sommerville
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Hey sweet woman! I've been reading your book. Taking my time. Taking it all in. Treating it in some way as a devotional. Not that I'm surprised, but you're not only a gifted speaker, but a wonderfully gifted writer as well. Coming from someone who's heard your stories, your struggles and felt your pain before, you have done a wonderful job of painting pictures and depicting situations, exactly as I remember you telling them in person. What a wonderful gift God has blessed you with!
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Thank you for continuing to encourage, to inspire, to bring comfort, to give support, to give hope, to remind us of how much we are all loved. You have created a wonderful masterpiece. I am proud of you. I know Necia is proud of you. I know God is proud of his faithful child! I can't wait to pass this on to someone else so they can feel His love, too.
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I just want you to know I bought your book and I am thrilled to start reading it!! You are one of the greatest people I know and I am honored to own a book written by you! You are in my prayers. Love you Jolene! Zach Vollink (Facebook)