The Yada Yada Prayer Group Gets Decked Out (Yada Yada Series)

A perplexing encounter with a former student, a crime that literally knocks me off my feet, a hurry-up wedding, and a child who will forever change our family. This holiday season, we Yada Yadas are learning that no one can out-celebrate God. So let's get this party started! In addition to writing several books about Christian community, the Jacksons have co-authored numerous books with expert resource people on a variety of topics from racial reconciliation to medical ethics to ministry to kids in gangs. But over the years the Jacksons have especially enjoyed writing for children and young people.

This includes their award-winning Trailblazer series, historical fiction about great Christian heroes and heroines for young people ages , and the four-volume Hero Tales: Log In to sync your basket across devices. Home General Books Fiction General. About Meet the Author Reviews Series. Did you find this review helpful? Yes or No Report This Review. Order now to secure your copy when our stock arrives. The entire premise of the series revolves around the main character, Jodi Baxter, a Christian wife and mother of two teenagers who is talked into attending a women's conference by her boss.

Jodi, a quiet, yet "soccer mom" typ I have to admit, this series is a secret pleasure of mine. Jodi, a quiet, yet "soccer mom" type doesn't reall look forward to the conference and is uncomfortable when she is put in a group of 12 other women who aren't like her aka--NORMAL people. Two of the women are ex-cons, one is a Japanese-American college student, one is from Jamaica, another from Honduras, there are two struggling mothers from inner city Chicago, etc etc.

Jodi immediately judges these women due to their backgrounds but realizes they have far greater faith than she does--and ends up realizing that her own life pales in comparison to theirs. She inevitably makes a great group of "sisters" and they vow to continue to meet once a month they all live in Chicagoland. The rest of the series details their monthly meetings, trials, blessings, prayers, and intimate lives.

Though it may sound cheesy--I love 'em. They are my easy,light, fun reads when I need a pick-me-up. Sep 09, Catherine Noordenbos rated it liked it. This last book was so short Overall, I loved most of the characters and how the plot lines in each story unfolded. I've learned a few things about prayer and how I want to pray. I also loved the setting. I grew up on the North Shore and loved the familiar references like Osco, Lakeshore Drive, and especially Ron's of Japan, where we used to eat on very special occasions.

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I thought the main charact This last book was so short I thought the main character was awful. Jodi was so self-involved OK, maybe this was supposed to be metaphorical for the human race?? She was not a good example of a godly wife. She seemed to be so at odds with Denny, and it didn't feel like she respected him much. That isn't a good example for young wives these days who struggle starting out. I didn't feel like she respected her kids either, and she was so inconsistent with them. She drove me nuts as a main character.

All that aside, like I said, I did learn a lot about prayer and the story lines were good. Definitely worth reading these books. Oct 15, Lynda rated it liked it.

I was sorry to realize this was the end of the yada yada prayer group novels but the book culminates in a Christmas celebration summing up all of the threads spun out in the seven books. To tell much of the story would spoil it but a Christmas wedding and yada yada celebration for the new year enable the author to tie up all the plot lines but also enable Jodi to articulate what she and the readers have learned about faith and God's plans for mankind.

Two years have passed since the last book. J I was sorry to realize this was the end of the yada yada prayer group novels but the book culminates in a Christmas celebration summing up all of the threads spun out in the seven books. Josh and Edesa are completing their education and working in the rebuilt Manna House when they befriend a young drug addict who shows up on the doorstep with a baby. Amanda and Jose are now in college but return for the festivities.

Nony and her family return from South Africa with unexpected news as does Hoshi from Japan. All in all this is a happy ending for the series but bring along kleenex. Apr 05, Ivoree Malcom rated it liked it. Well, this was the last book of the series. I would have loved to got more in depth to other members of Yada Yada. I am happy for Becky Wallace though. Even though Jodie delivering her boxes got her robbed. I ab Well, this was the last book of the series. I absolutely loved the Watch Night service.

The Yada Yada Prayer Group Gets Decked Out

I am just sad to see the series end Sep 19, Larisha rated it really liked it. Jackson has done a terrific job allowing these characters to grow in realistic ways while bringing up tough topics for them. There are many lessons about God's love and how he works all things for good for those who love and believe in Him. Apr 17, Moses Operandi rated it it was ok. This book was, as expected, awful. I read it on a bet, and I couldn't expect more. It was incoherent, mildly depressing, and haphazardly written. The protagonist is too awful to be believed, and her sordid, improbably life story is not what I want to read about.

Why two stars then, you ask? It could have been worse. It has basically sound theology If God is your copilot, move over and it could have been alot longer. I recommend it to women over 35 and anyone willing to endure this torturous sl This book was, as expected, awful. I recommend it to women over 35 and anyone willing to endure this torturous slog through the underworld of a 2-dimensional women's shelter in inner-city Chicago Oct 10, Jennifer rated it really liked it Shelves: And with this book, we say "so long" to our dear Yada Yada sisters.

No more guessing of the feet on the book cover, no more YadaYada drama; yet, we know each character be with us in our hearts where ever we may be. The sisters, particularly Jodi, learn such within this book, and enjoy each other as a group one more time. I also liked the recipes at the end, especially the latkes though, I tossed in a bit of sausage Jan 10, Loretta rated it really liked it Shelves: This series was a really good one for me to read.

Unfortunately I could identify with "Jodie" way too much. It was interesting to read the multi-cultural differences both in lifestyle, traditions and religion but the emphasis on prayer throughout the whole series was both inspiring, motivating and encouraging to read. I started this series after a friend recommended it. So glad that she recommended it and that I finished the series.

The Yada Yada Prayer Group Gets Decked Out (Yada Yada Prayer Group, book 7) by Neta Jackson

Well worth my time! Oct 16, Dani added it Shelves: I read this final book in the Yada Yada Prayer Group series only because I have trouble dropping a series in the middle. The book wasn't bad, but it wasn't really necessary since there weren't any unfinished plot lines. This installment felt like a reunion special with the cast of your favorite childhood show; you want to spend more time with your favorite characters, but it isn't the best writing of the series.

Oct 03, Jennifer Alexander Reynolds rated it really liked it. I loved the first book in this series.

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It made we want to continue being part of these ladies lives. Unfortunately, the library only had the Book 7 on the shelves so a lot of time and events had taken place in their lives. Neta Jackson is a great writer because she gave a little back story which got me caught up. I love Jodie's character. She is so real and compassionate. I will continue reading this series when the other books become available. Oct 13, Lisa rated it it was ok. My parents have been part of a multi-ethnic church and community for many years.

I enjoyed the first Yada Yada Prayer Group book because the interactions between the characters mirrored some of the things my parents did.

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I'm glad I finished the series, but this book was a disappointment. The characters seemed to get flatter as the series went on, and there was really nothing new in this last book. I'm sorry that the series ended so poorly because the series had so much potential. Nov 06, Cindy rated it it was amazing. A beautiful conclusion for this thought-provoking series. This novella, in particular, inspired me to develop meaningful traditions for my family celebrations as a way to pass down a legacy of faith.

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Yes, I'll miss these crazy ladies! May 02, Elisabeth rated it it was amazing. The only negative thing I have to say about this book is that it is the last yada yada book. I haven't been able to get enough of the yada yada sisters! I'm so thankful for the reminder these books give about the importance of living in community. Looking forward to reading more of Neta Jackson's work, but I will deeply miss this series that is when I'm not re-reading them!