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Discover 17 essential secrets of what it is really like to become a missionary! I stood there in the bookstore saying to myself "God, please don't make me become a missionary!" I hoped there would be a book on the shelf that said 'Read this to make it all better.' That's the book I wrote. 'Read this to make it all better.' There are too many books about how to become a missionary. None of them say the things written inside these covers. Join me on my own personal journey of becoming something I never aspired to be, a missionary to Papua New Guinea. I've read plenty of books on the topic and none of them were nearly as insightful as sitting down with someone who has actually been there, and asking them the hard questions. Did you face hardship? What was the grossest part of living there? What was the best part? Would you do it again? Aspiring missionaries, missionary supporters, missions minded people, frustrated missionaries, families of missionaries, friends of missionaries .... all of you need to read this book. Don't Call Me Missionary is humorous, candid and a little bit irreverent. If the only thing holding you back from becoming a missionary is the fact that you don't like other missionaries, then you need to read this book. I might be the first missionary who ever wrote a book inspired by the fact that I never wanted to become a missionary in the first place. I'll point out the silly and the ridiculous. I'll warn you about dangers that others failed to mention to me. In this book, you'll see the naked underbelly of the missionary life. I purposely avoid politically correct terminology because it is confusing. Too many books are trying to make missions attractive. This one isn't. The way I see it, if God is putting a call on your heart, you have to obey. This book is about giving you the information so that you can obey to the best of your ability. I tell plenty of stories in this book. For some, the stories about my journey to becoming a missionary will b

The majority of my clients in the salon were women, of course, so there have been countless numbers of conversations on the topic of why are men passing up good women. I don't think it really matters what ethnicity a woman is because when she is looking and feeling good about herself and her sexuality you can't tell her anything! She may have gone out of her way to color those roots, pluck those eyebrows, shave areas the sun don't shine or other things to get ready to attract a man. Whether the encounter is a mall, coffee shop, grocery store or nightclub, it is always a little nerve-racking. She goes through 100 self-checks in her mind but then realizes that she is fine and he will notice. Is my stomach sticking out; hope my eye makeup isn't smudged; is there food in my teeth; are the girls at attention? So you can imagine she is a little perturbed when a man she finds attractive passes her by without as much as a "hi, bitch, hi." It's almost as if he didn't notice her or if he did, he just wasn't interested. I have to address this issue because for the men reading this book you are probably thinking 'welcome to our world heifers!' You would be absolutely right. You have been getting rejected from the time you were 10 in fifth grade and Mary, the cutie with the bubble booty and braces, smiled past you. You thought she was looking at you in the lunchroom and you got up the nerve to walk over to the table with her and all her friends (big mistake). You said "hello" only to get laughed at by all of them because Mary was actually looking at Todd at the table behind you. This started your journey of learning to deal with rejection, after rejection, after rejection. "No" after "No" after "No!" I don't think people realize the true definition of success. It's doing something over and over again until you perfect it enough that you win because you never quit. Men, I have to congratulate you on your diligence and perseverance in dealing

History has repeated itself. The ancient Christians of the Middle East are being attacked by their neighbors. They are killed, deported, and forced into conversion while their women and children are raped and sold in the sex slave markets in Iraq and Syria. Yet another genocide is in the horizon-the fifth genocide in less than a century. The Christian Assyrians-the predominant Christian population in both Iraq and Syria-have formed militias and have armed themselves to defend their families and what is left of their honor. Unsupported by the international community, outnumbered and lacking the necessary weapons to fight back, the Assyrians must now depend on their Christian faith, loyalty, and integrity to face a ruthless enemy. Battle drums echo throughout the land as war is on the horizon. It is a historic battle of good versus evil that will determine the future of the Christian Assyrians in the Middle East.

A Boyhood Story of Surviving Family Crisis... When severe mental illness strikes a young family in 1961, each member must sort things out as best they can: typically on their own. These are days of mystery, confusion, and secrets, where "normal" is an elusive prize. As the middle child of three small boys, the author invites us into his world as he attempts to makes sense of their shared isolation. It's a story of adversity and resilience, love and pain, and the unrelenting compulsion to overcome through achievement. Yet there are few villains or victims in these pages. Bruce Hendrick relates with refreshing humor and transparency what it was like to grow up in an environment of well-meaning people who faced life's challenges without the coping tools or understanding they desperately wanted. As the chapters unfold, we participate in Bruce's journey as he gets himself into and out of trouble on a regular basis. We smile as we witness the foolhardiness of a decent but often misguided boy and watch as a budding trailblazer comes of age, one who is repeatedly the last to recognize his own leadership potential. Readers are often carried back to their early years as they recall similar predicaments and victories, taking comfort in their own measures of spirit and...well, dumb luck. The bittersweet boyhood adventures of this future CEO are sure to leave you moved, inspired, and thirsting for more.

This book of poems is a journey through various moods. It will have you weeping and smiling from the dark and depressing thoughts to the positive and uplifting feelings of hope. Most of the poems depict a reflection of self, family life, and the struggle between a tear and a smile. You will feel the sadness portrayed as you read through her lonely words. The darkness breaks, letting a bright beam of light shine in, awakening her soul. As she breathes life into her lungs, a sense of serenity fills the air. With God by her side, she feels inspired and alive. Buckle up and grab a tissue while the emotions take you on a roller coaster ride, as she searches to find peace and joy within.

Research methods student friendly. Great solution to all your practical questions and more, on research methods. This text has been written for adult learners, research students and teachers who are beginners in research methods and for the experienced who will like to keep in touch with the fundamentals of research methods. The uniqueness of the text is the holistic approach to the understanding of research methods and its role not only in a scholastic setting but very much so in a social setting. Academics and community organizer can easily grasp the concerns and possible solutions for everyday issues that affect the effectiveness and happiness of their lives.

A mother's biological experience of "birth" overwhelmingly captures every ounce of her physical being and has drawn endless cultural attention as a cataclysmic event. The actual moments of birth are indeed spectacular and amazing - a miraculous event that reflects the Heart of God. But surprisingly this sensorial transaction accounts for perhaps one tenth of what is actually packed into this small window of time. The remaining ninety percent of this phenomenal wonder occurs in a world unseen by our human eyes. There is a supernatural process of radiant creativity in operation that goes back to the beginning of time and forward to the end of time. Birth, the biological moment of transition, merely connects the small tangible piece of the flesh to the bigger pieces of a supernatural journey which is stunning and amazing, because Yahweh God is an absolute genius at doing life. As a believer in Yeshua the author's journey to fulfill her destiny has led her down an exquisite path of discovery into this unseen world. Working as a Midwife for the last 50 years has taught her to live life, not from this small, tangible, temporary world, but from the magnificent spirit world that encompasses it and lasts forever. The true stories in this first book have focused on redeeming the gift of Kairos moments for God's Kingdom, and a tiny bit of how angelic forces help us do that in the midst of a world of darkness. This book is not about birth or midwifery. It is a collection of stories that demonstrate the faithfulness of Yahweh God, the designer of birth, and the author of its supernatural dimensions, who engages intimately with earth to touch our every need. It is His story written through the lives of His people.

"Lots of times, great blessings are disguised as great suffering." Painstakingly researched, this newly discovered true story will restore your faith in the power of Love. Set in Reconstruction Era Indiana, Archie and Emma recounts the whirlwind romance of the author''s own great-grandparents as they fight to overcome the enormous obstacles that come their way. ARCHIE MERCER is a giant of a man and the gentlest of souls, but his deep understanding of right and wrong will be severely tested as he is forced to leave the love of his life in Indiana after the sudden death of his father. EMMA WILLIAMS is a dreamer and imagines her life as being so much more than her small-town upbringing can offer. When Archie is taken from her, those dreams turn to nightmares as she struggles to adjust to life without him. Neither the many years nor miles between them can dim the flame of their love for each other until one day each gets the surprise of a lifetime. Action-packed and funny, painful and inspiring, Archie and Emma is a family bedtime tale that will warm your heart even if you aren''t part of the family. Archie & Emma isn''t just a classic love story - with an ending that would be preposterous if it weren''t true - it''s an adventure. It''s slave hunters and love letters, backrubs and fistfights, naval battles and family conflict, pirates and poetry - it''s bases loaded, two outs and you''re up. It''s about honor, family legacy and never losing hope. Brian Mercer is a trained historian and theologian, but he''s also a stand-up comic and fantasy baseball geek. Put all of those pathologies together, mix in a serious romantic streak, and you get a novel that''s more than just a page turner; it''s a life lesson.

A BOLD CONFRONTATION WITH A TREACHEROUS PAST HAUNTED BY ABUSE, SLAVERY, MIND-CONTROL, AND UNFORGIVENESS. Witness God's Power and Love Save a Soul for His Glory. "Your beginning doesn't have to define your ending!" Felicia Shell often tells others. In this hard hitting autobiography, Cursed, Blessed Footsteps My Journey to the Cross, you will see how she has developed a deep desire to see those in bondage set free. It's a subject Felicia knows personally. Brace yourself as you step into this woman's life that reads like a movie script. Her cursed beginnings include dysfunctional childhood, rebellion, horrendous physical and sexual abuse, suicide attempts, and manipulative witchcraft attacks. Despite her accursed beginnings, with the redemptive Blood of Jesus Christ she is transformed into a blessed wife, mother, graduate, and radical Soldier for the Kingdom of God. Everyone will identify with her testimony where the victim becomes victorious! In her fascinating story on getting delivered from her demons you will discover the basic spiritual principles that helped her counteract attacks sent by the dark side. Through her personal journey she shows you straight forward methods to walk into the fullness of what God has for you.

The Amazing Adventures of Six Million Dollars... When clever Air Force load masters Matt and Mark Sosinski receive orders to accompany a top secret shipment of five billion dollars from Fort Knox to Baghdad during the Iraq War, they see an amazing opportunity. The cash is earmarked to pay contractors who are trying to jump-start Iraq's stagnant economy, but Matt and Mark see a chance to insure a happy retirement which is scheduled in a few months by 'liberating' some of the money. On their return to the States, their plan to hide the money goes haywire when they are met just after landing and immediately shipped off on another mission before they can secure the funds. They call a trusted colleague to help them...and thus begins a roller-coaster adventure in which the money is transferred to a variety of unlikely locations by a cast of colorful characters, ending with a man who fears that the money could bring some terrible revenge down on him and his family if he keeps it, so he attempts to buy some time by hiding it-in a most unique place, only to die of a heart attack a few days later. His widow finds a note in his effects telling her about the money, with vague instructions about where to find it. Frustrated by her own unsuccessful attempts to find the stash, she hires a forensic auditor to help her track it down. Merriment and mayhem ensue, as the source and location of the six million dollars continues to baffle and beguile everyone who tries to learn the source and location of the fortune. Inventive and fast-paced, with vivid characters and a plot that will keep you guessing; An Accidental Fortune is a delightful thrill ride to keep you on the edge of your seat.

How do we raise our kids to be successful and happy, while keeping them staying away from peer pressure and the nefarious characters who populate our society - the same nefarious characters who would love to "mentor" your children toward alternative lifestyles that are from different than your own morals and beliefs? Mr. Paul W. Reeves explains how to do it in his new book, "A Principal's Family Principles", in which he explains that the most important person in your child's life needs to be . . . YOU! In Mr. Reeves' book, you will laugh, cry, and feel joyous at the outpouring of stories that he shares with us, all of which are true stories based upon the lives of his children and the lives of some of his thousands of students over the years, . . . and all of which can help us to be better parents. By being the most important person in your child's life every second, minute, hour, day, week, month, and year, you can help to ensure that your kids will be raised to be successful and happy!

Ever go for a stroll and get blown away by a hurricane? That''s what happens to Neil Riley, the protagonist of the novel With the Children. It''s 1969 and, to dodge the Vietnam era draft, he takes a job teaching 6th grade in South Harlem. He knows nothing about teaching, but presumes it''ll be a snap. Only when he''s confronted by thirty-three street-smart children who know exactly how little he knows does he realize the trouble he''s in. He''s begun a demanding profession with no idea how it''s done. Desperately in need of tutoring, he submits himself to the direction of a mentor who demands a respect he has never before been willing to give anyone. And to complicate matters he falls for a captivating woman whose love unearths the loss and anger that has haunted him since childhood. After his first chaotic weeks in the classroom, Riley begins to realize how intelligent, talented and engaging his students are. And how at risk because of the perilousness of their circumstances. He finds himself driven to prepare his students for the gritty way that lies ahead. What motivates him is his intense empathy, a trait he sees as a bad habit and everyone else, including the children, understands is basic to who he is. With humor, romance, pathos and wry observations of the customs of an inner city school, the novel follows the transformation of a raw youth into a caring adult.

Much like potato chips... can't have just one! Come along for the ride of your life. Enjoy the zany poems and illustrations of K. L. Philpotts as he takes you on a journey like no other. Enjoy tea with a T-Rex or go on a class trip to the zoo that's sure to get you ill. Share a meal with Macaroni Tony and meet a self-centered princess. It's all here. The Chocolate Chip Cookie Tree has got it all and you'll love every witty line from cover to cover.

The Philosopher''s Tears is an assemblage of love poems of the heart, mind, and spirit. These poems explore reflections, inward journeys, gratitude, and the meaning and impact of love relationships at different life stages-elucidating nuggets of wisdom which help us to transform, to evolve, to live and to love the life we were intended to live. With themes of friendship, love, and faith, The Philosopher''s Tears is a lively collection of lighthearted yet inspirational poetry that will resonate with your spirit and awaken you to the possibilities of joy.

An Outlaw's Cruel Revenge... After Levi Sawyer came home one day to find his wife murdered and four of his horses stolen, he swore that he would bring justice to the men who committed this terrible crime. He followed the outlaws over the Blue Mountains and into the Walla Walla Valley. When the outlaws abducted a young woman, he became part of the posse that rescued her, killing two of the criminals in the process. But the most dangerous of the band survived...the heartless Willard Pile, who will stop at nothing to get his revenge. Sawyer went back to Montana to settle his affairs, but now he's in the valley again, and ready to make a life with his new love. But Willard Pile has other plans. Sawyer and the men of the Marley Ranch, assisted by their friend Badger, will have to track down Pile and his men. There will be no peace for Levi Sawyer until he fulfills his promise...to stop Willard Pile once and for all. This colorful, compelling historical novel will keep you enthralled from the first page to the last.