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Ruth Chesney, Climb: A One-Year Devotional for Teens and Young Adults (Kilmar-
nock, Scotland: John Ritchie Ltd., 2020), 210 pp.
Reviewed by David Hanley
The so-called “Daily Devotional” has a place on every believer’s
bookshelf. As the writer of this review looks at his own bookshelf,
he realizes how many he has himself. The purpose of this book
is to give daily, brief, easy-to-read, biblically based messages to
strengthen the younger believer.
This book isn’t alone in the teen daily devotional space, and the
substance and usefulness of these books vary greatly. Having read
through this book daily for several months, the reviewer is happy
to commend both its substance and usefulness. The daily readings range widely from
gospel-oriented themes, to creation, to Christian conduct and character, to the exalta-
tion of Christ. The conversion story of Hudson Taylor is featured in one day’s devotion,
and in another there is a reminder from Hebrews 13:15 that God is worthy to receive
praise continually.
The reviewer has encouraged this book to his own young family and has recommended
this devotional to other families with teen children as well. It must be emphasized, as
the author does in her introduction, that this type of book should not replace the daily
reading and study of the Bible. The lessons taught will undoubtedly help build a firm
foundation for young Christians, and will also help habituate the readers to the vital
practice of daily reading. The book is available for purchase at ritchiechristianmedia.co.uk,
johnritchie.christianbook.com and gospelfolio.com.

Kember Text History Project
The late Mr. Walter Kember firmly believed that if the written Word of God was
on the walls of people's homes, God would speak to them through it, as they saw
it over and over again, resulting in salvation. It was under this conviction that he
spent over forty years (1955 through 1996) toiling in a unique ministry for our
Lord Jesus Christ—making quality gospel texts for hanging on one's wall. These
texts, printed in a clear black font on a white background, behind a glass pane,
and bordered by a wooden pine frame, were freely and widely distributed. They
eventually became known as "Kember texts."
In recent years, several believers who knew Mr. Kember have shared their
memories of him and the texts with me, and I have started writing these
memories down. These memories are plentiful, always encouraging, and very
inspiring. If you have any memories, photos, or information, I would love to hear
from you. You can contribute by contacting me via any of the following methods:
Google Forms survey: c/o Allan Kember allankember@gmail.com
www.bit.ly/kembertext Highfield Gospel Hall
Available in English, 33 Highfield Road Instagram:
Français, and Español. Toronto, ON @kembertexts
Access by scanning QR Canada, M4L 2T7
code to the right. +1-437-800-1830

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