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Truth Is Something That HappenedIn August 1994 while on vacation in London, England, the author has a supernatural encounter with the The Lord Jesus Christ, at one of the most unlikely times---while traveling on a double decker bus. On this bus, with her cousin Lyneth, she meets up with a prophetess. This meeting becomes the catalyst that begins her new walk with God."We got on an almost empty bus and took our seats up front, close to a woman she apparently knew. Lyneth without hesitation, proudly introduced me to this person. The moment the woman turned and looked at me, her eyes popped wide open, and a terrified look swept across her face. Her countenance became like that of a person faced with a very gruesome picture. Then, her eyes quickly closed, her body became limp and lifeless, as she fell sideways in her seat. It was as if the hand of death had mysteriously reached out from some silent abode and seized her."Many more powerful spiritual encounters would follow as her life evolves into a new dimension, with Christ as her Savior. The other side of this new life, ironically includes an ill-fated marriage to someone that proves to be deceptive, and has his own hidden agenda. From this union a promised child is born: a true gem, rising out of the midst of chaos. This child would be molested by her own father. She then boldly speaks out about this to her mother and then to the authorities. "Daddy did something and told me not to tell."Like a champion, this seven year old stands her ground and continues to tell her compelling story. This child would later come to brilliantly define truth as: Truth Is Something That HappenedIn this book the writer not only addresses her triumphs, when she walks according to the directive of the Holy Spirit, but the failures she experiences when she tries to lean on her own understanding, and not prayerfully seek the Lord for answers. It is evident that as a new believer, she definitely does not seek the Lord when she flies to Jamaica, her native country, marries someone who is suppose to be Spirit-filled and talking in tongues. After his arrival in the U.S. the real person is unveiled.So many catastrophes be avoided, if we learn to listen and wait for that still, small, voice deep within us. This book promises a great reading experience, that will be forever etched on the walls of your memory.

SUCCEEDING AT ANY PRICE, EVEN WHEN IGNORING WHAT IT TAKES OR COSTS. A young and overly ambitious college graduate is dead set on forging ahead in the business world at any price even if he cannot yet grasp the costs, nor the consequences of his choices. No task is too mean or too vicious, and no matter how morally dodgy, no situation causes our hero to pause and rethink his actions as he only views before him a set of opportunities to climb further and further. This saga takes place in the mid 80s of the last century within the dark labyrinths of a multi-billion conglomerate 'Inter Finance', whose tentacles spread around the globe and reach into the highest spheres of corporate power and of government circles. The quest takes our un-prepared but determined hero from one dangerous situation to the next - swirling between shady dealers and former mercenaries and landing him into the arms of gentle beauties, while hopping from jungles to high-rises in a race against the clock and against himself. A street culture mixed with a sophisticated sense of 'savoir-dire' at any occasion, transports the reader from seriously dark moments peppered with light doses of Lower East Side humor, into unexpectedly deep thoughts but without falling into the grim traps of a serie noire genre or rushing for the chocolate box. Greed, machinations, betrayals and genuine love are scattered along the alleys of this fast and invigorating journey.

In this book, Strategies to Grow Non-Profits, the author skillfully puts forth proven strategies to assist non-profit leaders address identified challenges - such as leading change, strategic planning, succession planning, retaining and attracting high quality talent, fundraising -- that often play a negative role in the growth and success of their organization. The non-profit industry is undergoing a transformation in terms of grantmakers requiring more accountability. Certainly, we can all understand the underlying implications of challenges that prevent us from achieving goals. To that end, this book is a MUST HAVE for those who manage people and lead organizations as it provides a "Chow to" approach to direct change and create an environment of continuous improvement.Teresa Johnson is an Executive Director of a non-profit organization in Florida. The author previously worked in a senior management position for over 12 years with a non-profit. Teresa Johnson earned her undergraduate at Northwood University in Business Administration majoring in Management and her Master of Science from Palm Beach Atlantic University majoring in Organizational Leadership.

Devastated by the disappearance of her younger sister, Samantha Collins is in jeopardy of becoming mentally paralyzed for the rest of her life. The lack of information and urgency in the investigation of Vanessa is causing an internal conflict she is unable to manage. The tragic event, along with the betrayal of her trusted partner Tim, has led her into the arms of a stranger she meets in the Bahamas while investigating the death of a doctor tied to two horrific murders in Lake Cascade. The night turns hauntingly grim when Vanessa fails to text her neighbor to report on her safe arrival back home.

Unveiling secrets of an uncertain future as a nunErin Meathe witnesses, first hand, the outcome of illegal abortions during the 1960's, through the death of her mother. This event has a major impact on a decision Erin makes in college, after having been raped and becoming pregnant. Her dream of becoming a religious nun and social activist is threatened by this pregnancy. Deciding not to follow her mother's path, Erin leaves her home in New Jersey and travels to Massachusetts to have the baby and to give it up for adoption. Erin not only leaves behind her baby, but also walks away from her female lover, father, and inner-city parish work. She transfers to a college in Massachusetts where she tries to rediscover the enthusiasm and confidence that had spurred her toward a religious vocation. Erin networks with feminists from an area college and meets radical nuns who appeal to Erin's interest in religious life and activism. A particular nun, Sr. Michele, shows more than a friendly interest in Erin, sparking a mutual attraction that continues throughout Erin's entrance into the convent and successful rise in leadership in the religious congregation. As a nun, Sr. Erin confronts the hidden rivalries that go on between women of the Habit. Sr. Erin becomes entangled in the quagmire of jealousy as she grows closer to Sr. Michele, emerging as a threat to a vindictive and possessive nun, Sr. Deborah. Functioning as the leader of the congregation, Sr. Erin discovers Sr. Deborah molesting a young postulant named Rhonda, and ousts Sr. Deborah from the congregation. Deborah, bent on revenge, leaves to find a new community in Provincetown, as manager of a lesbian bar. Rhonda leaves shortly thereafter, and attends a college in New York City. Sr. Erin is left to re-examine her own sexuality and vocation. The story shifts away from the convent and follows Rhonda's journey into the New York City lesbian scene. At Hunter College, Rhonda meets Anne, an attractive student who shares Rhonda's lesbian leanings and childhood as adoptees. Their friendship solidifies as each woman searches for lasting love in the many bars and bedrooms of New York City, Boston, and Provincetown. Rhonda and Anne pursue separate careers and eventually drift apart, both geographically and emotionally. As time passes, a mutual friend bridges the gap between Rhonda and Anne, resulting in a telephone call in which Rhonda convinces Anne to accompany her on a women's gay cruise. It is here that the women in Rhonda and Anne's past converge, revealing truths that ultimately bring Rhonda and Anne to a greater understanding of themselves and their relationship. The flow of honesty between Rhonda and Anne spills over into a quest for Anne's biological mother. It is during this pursuit that these two women come face to face with Sr. Erin and realize the consequences of their past decisions, as well as leave Sr. Erin to confront her own hidden secrets and uncertain future as a nun.

Widower Ken Hansen doesn't believe in miracles. He also doesn't believe that his wife is really dead. His days consist of painting at the beach, searching for his wife, and struggling with depression and anger toward God. But everything is not as it seems, and soon his life is going to get extremely complicated. He didn't bargain for a CD that plays all on its own, a stranger who gives him clues, or mysterious powers that come and go. To make matters worse, some very nasty people want him dead. Supernatural forces, a serial killer on the loose, and al-Qaida operatives involved in a conspiracy targeting the Pope and the President will make this a thriller you won't want to put down. Now here's a question for you: do you believe in miracles? After reading Soul Storm, you just might.

A Gruesome Double Murder Causes Terror And HeartacheAn incredible story of intrigue, hate and lies envelops Steve as his world turns upside down. Two men who are very close to him are brutally murdered and all the evidence points to him... OR DOES IT? This exciting and fascinating story is filled with twists and turns that will leave you breathless. You will be compelled to read on and discover the clues and experience the viewpoints from the character%u2019s eyes. Set in a western metropolis we move within the city and to the mountains and even to Las Vegas as the clues and witnesses are tracked down. Witnesses are in jeopardy as a desperate killer tries to hide his tracks. Through expert detective work and cagey law enforcement personnel the truth is revealed. You will enjoy this Mystery Thriller from page 1 to the finish.Follow the trail that weaves in and out of the lives of the man who has been targeted as the principal suspect and his murdered friends. Time after time he is forced to face damning evidence. Is it real or is it planted? Hear the stories of the witnesses to key actions that can prove his innocence or guilt. Learn about the detectives, the lawyer and his staff that provide the help along the way to finally solve the case. Reminiscent of other tales of the Murder/Mystery genre, this book has a different set of characters and a fresh underlying background story that is up to date and topical.See how a sentimental gift that Steve had been bringing home to his murdered friend becomes an important part of his life. Follow as he tries to keep his day to day existence together when his world is crumbling. Find out if the witness will even live to give their testimony or will they be cut down before they can relate what they have seen. Take part in trying to piece together the clues and the eyewitness reports seem to conflict and contradict each other. Before it is all over you will feel exhilarated and surprised as you learn the truth of this fractured tale.

A totally secure meeting, in a totally secure laboratory, every attendee cleared and confirmed. How did two unknown gunmen suddenly appear, threatening twenty people with a powerful laser beam and viciously attacking the chief engineer? Evan Olsson hears the screams of victims and smells burning flesh as he pursues the criminals from the room only to stumble over his favorite security guard, dead in a pool of her own blood.The mysterious crime is revealed as part of a larger plot when a powerful laser is stolen by high-tech means. Evan and his FBI partner Matt discover an international conspiracy to attack L.A. infrastructure and murder global leaders. They reach the heart of the plot but find themselves trapped deep underground by the criminals as the conspiracy reaches its deadly conclusion.Death By Tech plunges Evan and Matt into a whirlpool of liaisons and betrayals as they seek bits of truth that can be trusted. Their work is undercut and placed in jeopardy by even their closest allies, who seem to have sinister agendas of their own. Evan¿s problems are compounded by shocking developments in his love life. He will need all his skill and luck to get through this case and regain his optimistic faith in the future.URNO BARTHEL is the pen name of ART CHESTER, a technologist and mystery writer. This book continues the story of Evan Olsson that was begun in Death By Probability. Art hosts a website that reports work in science that affects our everyday lives:http://artchester.netArt¿s fiction is set in and around Malibu, California, his home for many years. He now lives in Michigan, New York state and Hawaii.

A teacher's manual that reads like a memoir.This is how Mr. Jones describes his new book "The Caring Teacher: Using compassion to connect with kids." After teaching children with special needs for nearly 30 years, Mr. Jones has concluded that the single greatest quality a successful and effective teacher needs is "CARE!" Students will simply not give you their best efforts if they believe their teacher does not GENUINELY CARE about them. This may be one of the most comprehensive books ever written for teachers about how to incorporate CARE in classrooms. Mr. Jones has thoroughly examined virtually every aspect of CARE relative to education. In Parts I and II, Mr. Jones discusses 26 relevant and critical topics all teachers confront every day in the classroom. The reader will have over 30 handouts that Mr. Jones has created over his 30 year career for all teachers to start using so that CARE is being immersed in their classroom. In Part I, Mr. Jones looks at such issues as HOMEWORK, REWARDS, GRADING, DISCIPLINE and STATE EXAMS. In Part II, he examines TEACHING KIDS TO CARE, BEING EVALUATED (BY YOUR STUDENTS), MAINSTREAMING, INCLUSION, how PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT should be utilized, the importance of PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT, why PARENT CONFERENCES HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT and finally, a test teachers can take to see if they are a "PROFESSIONAL TEACHER." In Part III, Mr. Jones explores the "Ten Qualities" of a "Caring Teacher." Examples include "TREATING STUDENTS 'FAIR' NOT THE SAME (WHEN IT COMES TO DISCIPLINE), the importance of CONSISTENCY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, BEING KIND TO EVERYONE (NOT JUST TO YOUR STUDENTS), having HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR THEMSELVES (AS WELL AS THEIR STUDENTS) and realizing that CARE AND COMPASSION ARE THE TWO GREATEST QUALITIES NECESSARY TO CONNECT WITH KIDS. The "Caring Teacher" concludes with an Appendix containing seven important addendums including Mr. Jones' "30 Acts of Kindness," a test and scoring rubric to determine if you are a "Caring Teacher" as well as a test and a scoring rubric to see if your students CARE (about their education). Next, is a list of ten movies about "Caring Teachers." This is followed by the "Six Great Books" that show students of all ages the power and importance of compassion. The sixth supplement is the "Four Great Speeches" which Mr. Jones has his students memorize throughout the year to assess if his students CARE (about their education). It is so fitting and appropriate that the seventh and final document is an actual student's assignment which clearly "proves" that teachers do make a difference, although they may not know it at the time. What makes the "Caring Teacher" so enjoyable to read is how Mr. Jones weaves personal stories from both his students and his own life. Additionally, Mr. Jones references historical fictional characters including Jean Valjean ( Les Miserables) and Atticus Finch (To Kill A Mockingbird), as well as current political figures such as Donald Rumsfeld (former Secretary of Defense) and four former Presidents. Other "newsmakers" include Ron Clark (Teacher of the Year, 2000) Anderson Cooper of CNN and even Late Night Comedian, Jimmy Kimmel.

Another Woman at the Well describes the details of a child growing up with an alcoholic dad and through the years a life that was continuing to look for love in all the wrong places, suicide attempts and feeling much judgment from others; even from the Christian community.Becoming an addict herself; after 30 years she found eternal life through Christ Jesus. Judy was born again on September 17, 1975 and received the baptism in the Holy Spirit a few weeks later. Even as a Christian she still had tremendous issues relating to men. Not understanding why her life was so full of despair, she finally found her purpose for life and how she pursued that purpose ultimately led her into her divine destiny of joy unspeakable and full of glory. Judy Neal is an ordained Minister in the Body of Christ and on staff at Harvest World Outreach Church in Greensboro, N.C. She has one daughter Misti Renee' Hardin Coyne. Misti and her husband Joe are Senior Pastors of Harvest World Outreach Church where Judy is employed as a Minister and Connections Process Director. She is blessed with two beautiful grandchildren, Hannah Renee' and Joseph William, the "apples of her eye"The Word of God has been tested, tried and proven in Judy's personal life. She has known the heartache and disappointment of divorce, but she has experienced the grace and strength of God's Word & His Spirit in being cast down, but not destroyed!!! Judy not only experienced healing in her heart and emotions, but also in her physical body.In 1982, she was scheduled for surgery at the City of Faith Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. After three months of intense pain, a CAT scan and milligram revealed a herniated disk and acute sciatica in her lower back. Judy believed that she was "as healed as she was saved" according to the Word of God! As she continued to believe God for a miracle He performed a creative miracle in her back...and the surgery was canceled! Since that day God has called Judy to lay hands on the sick and expect their recovery!The Word of God, Prayer, being led by the Spirit of God & Integrity is first place in Judy's life. She teaches others how to live a victorious life through Christ Jesus! She ministers a word that is relevant in today's world that can change lives forever!

ARE YOU READY?Time is passing ....day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute. WHAT will it take for people to realize that at the end of their "time", DEATH is coming? We will ALL face it one day; for ALL who LIVE shall surely DIE. But DEATH is NOT the END, as many would like to believe. There is an ETERNITY....SOMEWHERE, and it only comes in two forms - HEAVEN or HELL. Most would choose NOT to believe this, but it is truth.If you haven't thought about ETERNITY, you should. If I am wrong, you have lost nothing by considering what is written within these pages, BUT, if I am RIGHT, you have lost EVERYTHING by ignoring it. These pages contain excerpts from life. Life as we know it now....as we read it in the daily newspapers...as we watch it unfold on TV...as we live it day to day. Each story is based on a true event heard on the news or read in the paper. Life as it was known ENDED. Where will they spend ETERNITY?Read and then decide for yourself.DO NOT BE CAUGHT UNPREPARED!

The Torres kids are just normal kids. Judah likes comic books and hanging out with his friends. Michael is an introvert, preferring to read a book to playing with others. Mary is the smallest in her class but won't back down from a fight. And David is an amiable kindergartener. They are just normal kids until one afternoon at Judah's soccer game they (and everyone in the field) suddenly, unexplainably fall asleep. Waking three days later, no one can explain what's happened to them or begin to imagine what's been set in motion. Now they and their friends are something more than just normal kids. Dubbed "Sleepers" by the press, they find that with the aid of metal bands called bonders they have incredible powers... they can do things they only dreamed of.But something else happened when they fell asleep ... an Evil was unleashed on their close-knit community. Now their teammates are selling a new designer drug called Ozone at school, Sleepers are disappearing and their friends are going mad. Will these once normal kids be able to stop the darkness descending on them...and, if so, at what cost? Bonds: Ozone & The Sleepers is the first book in a series of six novels that follows the Torres Family on their quest to stop an evil that attempts to corrupt their community and, if left unchecked, will destroy all they hold dear.

Many of God's children are living lives that are far below God's great plan for them. They are discouraged, depressed, downtrodden, and defeated by the problems and challenges of this world. And many of these troubles are spiritual and come as a result of prayerlessness. But the great news of our marvelous redemption is that our problems can be solved. Every need can be met. We need not be defeated all through life. Because of what Christ has done for us, the victory has been won and we have been given authority over all the power of the enemy. And our primary weapon is prayer. Hebrews 13:7 enjoins us to remember those who speak God's message to us, to know how they live and to imitate their faith. Pastor Wole Oladiyun is a man of prayer: His life and ministry are the glowing testimonies. For him, prayer is our greatest privilege and the most powerful weapon in the universe - engaging all of heaven for earthly impact.Breakthrough Prayers is a work-through manual of confront-and-conquer, intense, fervent, knowledgeable, warfare and Wordfare prayers for everyone who needs to break through into all that God has for them. For all who really know the Saviour, they will find this book an intimate and helpful companion, using His name and authority in prayer to appropriate all their blessings in God.

Bang, bang, bang, bang. A woman's screams. Silence."Mama? Mama?" I had called out piteously, pressing myself against the closet door. All I could hear was the sound of heavy footsteps. First echoing in distance, then coming down the corridor, taking a wrong turn and getting further away. Crashes and shattering glass, stomping feet becoming louder again, the sound of opening and slamming doors, the door of the room where I was pushed open, furniture broken, fabric swooshed aside, the feet advancing nearer, CRASH! I let out a startled whimper, only to quickly recover my senses and abruptly silence myself. There was a long pause. Then, the closet door suddenly flew open and I found myself staring up at the towering silhouette of a man. I pressed myself against the back of the closet, and he pressed a hard cold object firmly onto my forehead. A gun. The realization sent a chill through my body, but I could not move, I could only stare dumbly up at him, wide eyed and silent. "Wait." A silken voiced drifted in from behind him."What is it?" He asked warily without turning around or taking his gunpoint off of me."Let's not kill her," it purred, "We should just forget about what the boss said. We should take her with us instead and hold her for ransom.""Are you crazy?" The man asked, his voice rising in disbelief. "The boss will not let this go; especially considering how much he is getting from that woman to have her assassinated".Woman. "So what?" The voice challenged."What do you mean by 'so what'?! This is an important assignment!""Assign...ment?""Yes you moron", his words coated with exasperation, "We are suppose kill her, while making it seem like a burglary."Wanted. Me. Dead. Was mama dead? "We could set this whole place on fire," it suggested, "Claimed to have killed her," the voice dropped into an alluring whisper, "Secretly demand a ransom, and run for it with enough of a fortune to make us kings!" It finished triumphantly. "Well...""After all," it continued seductively, "The boss might get a lot from this job, but it's not like he would be willing to share any of that wealth with us. Even though, WE are the ones who do the work..."A long silence followed. No, no. Mama could not be dead. I had been a good girl, see? Mama must come back because I kept my promise, and was a good child...so why? "Alright", the man growled finally, "Alright". He reached for me with his free hand, I shrank back. Why?And then, BANG!The man toppled over. There was a padded thump as his head struck the back of the closet. The body slid slowly down, the head making a streak of red on the wooden back like a skilled painter putting a crimson stroke on a dark brown canvas. His body slid until his head came to rest on the hollow of my neck. I sat, unmoving. Lukewarm blood soaked the front of my garment.WHY?A tinkling laugh. I looked past the corpse at the one who shot his partner. The man with the silken voice pulled the body off of me and threw it aside with a flourish. "Are you alright, my lady?" He asked sweetly. I shivered involuntarily. He leaned forward, flashing his dainty teeth at me in the dim light. "Now, now, there's nothing to fear," murmured that voice demurely. "Who are you?" I whispered.Another flash of teeth. " I am currently working for your honored grandfather.""Why?""Why what my lady?""Why didn't you save my mama?""Why," he said stretching out the word, "Because I was ordered to protect the heir at all cost." He laughed, "You are the heir, and your mother, the cost." Why didn't you come back? Even though, I waited.