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This is a story about a woman, Eva Jackson, who finds out the terrifying truth about her childhood best friend, Leslie Kennedy's death. Eva is on a mission to find the truth as she becomes physically and emotionally trapped between her best friend's son, B.J., and her husband, Blair. Not knowing whose story to believe, she begins to question their stories and motives. As the mystery unravels, Eva's life is now in jeopardy. Who can save her?
While "GraceThrough" is a term I've coined as a result of the abundant grace I've received in life, it also speaks to the grace I've been able to give. I trust that something I shared within this book has made it meaningful for you, too. Life will inevitably bring its share of trials and battles, but what truly matters is how you navigate through them. What are you bringing with you as you breakthrough - don't you dare come through with nothing. Don't merely let life pass you by! Despite being perceived as a "good girl" by some, I've found myself in some bad circumstances. Nevertheless, I've resolved to carry with me the lessons and blessings from each situation, no matter how trying it may be. Within the pages of this book, I've shared experiences that left me speechless, but by the conclusion of the final chapter, my voice had been restored. My hope is to inspire you, to strike a chord with you, and above all, to draw you closer to God, who provides the grace for you to overcome life's challenges graciously.
January Came tells the story of a God-fearing family learning how to navigate through life's hardships. Nicolette A. Easly is a mom, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and now a first-time author. It has always been Nicolette's passion to write and tell stories. Nicolette was born and raised in Houston, Texas (southwest Houston, to be exact), where there is a church on every corner. Her dad was a pastor, and his journey inspired her to dedicate this love letter, January Came, to him.
Broken Pieces Make the Perfect Building Blocks encourages readers not to disregard life's events that may appear to be shattered due to loss of trust or, in some instances, betrayal. There is no need to suffer without a future that includes healing. LaShawn Walker was compelled to share her voice and story in hopes that it would be somewhat of a blueprint as to where to start a healing journey.Broken Pieces Make the Perfect Building Blocks includes a portion of my experiences, steps she took to heal, poetry, and review points to check progress. At the completion, there is a planner to assist in business notes, money moves, stashing cash, and a monthly quote of encouragement.
In this inspirational story based on true events, Brandon, an ex-convict, takes you on a journey from his childhood dreams of being an NBA star to his choice as a teenager to be the ultimate hustler in the North Carolina streets of Chapel Town. After the unfortunate split of his parents, the allure of the drug game sets in. Determined to be able to provide for his family, Brandon quickly rises in the ranks of the drug game to selling kilos of cocaine at a very young age, all while trying to make his exit from a street hustler to a legit entrepreneur. Heavy is the head that wears the crown. After years of dodging life-ending experiences, corrupt cops, and phony friends, Brandon decides to pursue college for a career in business, but not before his life spirals out of control when he is indicted by the federal government and convicted for a non-violent federal drug conspiracy and sentenced to 188 months in federal prison. After becoming the victim of unfair and unequal punishment due to the federal government's racially biased "100/1 crack versus powder cocaine sentencing disparity," Brandon realizes that the path he had chosen was full of unknown dangers. Still, it wasn't too late to make the right turn. However, his only revenge would be success. After almost 12 years in federal prison, Brandon shares the wisdom and knowledge obtained while incarcerated that led to his immediate release from prison four years early and turned him into a motivated and successful entrepreneur upon his release. After many mistakes, failures, trials, and tribulations, Brandon escapes the allure of the drug game and street life. Through his story, based on actual events, he hopes to deter the next teenager from being another statistic in the legal system. He also gives incarcerated individuals a blueprint for properly preparing themselves for a smooth transition back to society.
"Till Death Do Us Part" are the words stapled at the end of the vows that we share on our wedding day. But, at that moment, are we actually thinking about death separating us from our spouse? We really don't think about separation or the ending of a covenant caused by death. Who's thinking about death on the happiest day of their lives? What happens when death unexpectedly comes knocking at our door? Is it even possible to survive it? Journey with Shameka Bailey as she shares her story of life, love, and living out those vows, "Till Death Do Us Part," ultimately leading to the completion of the covenant.
This spiritual read will give you a glimpse into Dr. Fatima McCoy-Leonard's childhood as she outlines her experiences with childhood trauma and her astonishing journey to spiritual growth. Growing up in marginalized communities stricken with poverty without her mother and father and the console of a support system to help process her grief, Dr. Fatima found solace in friendships, music, and education to improve her circumstances. She makes no excuses for herself and always seeks to work toward the betterment of all people. Dr. Fatima's testimonies of the use of prayer and song will support anyone looking to overcome circumstances that may hold them hostage and prevent them from life's progression. Dr. Fatima invites her readers to self-reflect on their trauma and develop a profound awareness of their strengths that will ultimately lead to a victorious life.
Start your legacy here. This 3-in-1 journal allows you to create smart goals, affirmations, and prayers. Design the life you want and accomplish your goals one at a time, all while pouring positivity into yourself.
Rejection is something we have all faced. As someone once said, "Without a little rain, we won't grow." Issues arise when we subconsciously nurse the seeds of rejection and never address them. Rejection's Baby will assist in identifying and resolving what rejection gives birth to. God's plans for us are good and not evil. His divine design, even through the trauma, pain, and past embarrassment, is that we arise from the ashes victoriously. Take back your power, and refuse to nurse the seed of rejection any longer.
Moments of Edification is a six-week daily devotional that encourages readers to start their day in the presence of God. This book is designed to help readers pause and reflect on the word of God while addressing everyday topics. Through daily devotionals, readers will be able to relate the word of God to practical life. As readers engage, they will receive insight, inspiration, direction, and empowerment. Moments of Edification is a powerful tool that aims to revive and refresh the minds and spirits of its readers for jumpstarting the day in His presence.
Ever felt like trials bombarded you and weren't sure of the reasons why? Maybe you were being prepared for growth. Maybe you were meant to see something in yourself you had been neglecting. In life, we often come to an impasse where we don't know which road to travel. We may encounter people or situations geared to lead us to triumph, but sometimes we are in our own way. In this novel, author Toombs uses her life experiences to tell a moving story of how God's timing and personal motivation work together for triumph. Through this candid story, Toombs invites readers to understand that they are not alone. Many of the problems and trials you feel are being faced alone are actually instances that all humans face, men and women. Circumstances may dictate a situation, but the superpowers we hold within are ignited by our spiritual relationships and thrust us into our winning seasons. Whether you need to be uplifted or need encouragement to keep pushing forward, this novel will quench those emotions. Life experiences can greatly impact how you perceive yourself and the external world. Neglecting to work through problems makes it harder to move on from the past. You will transfer negative feelings from the past onto others in the present. Toombs shares her experiences with dysfunctional familial patterns that some are afraid of sharing. Free yourself from thoughts, experiences, and fears. Living in total freedom is something that can be imagined. You can have peace and joy.
Youth Ministry is indeed essential and cutting-edge Youth Leaders are necessary. Aside from the annual roller-coaster of activities, it is important that solid relationships amongst Youth and Youth Leaders become the building blocks to the overarching goal of transforming lives. Thus, genuine connection is paramount to the success of Youth Ministry, and we have an obligation to share in the experience of lifting the areas of generational development. Therefore, as a Youth Leader in this dispensation, these are the questions to ponder: Are you ready to build lasting connections? Will your impartation make an indelible imprint? Can you withstand the cultural winds of change while maintaining the relevant truth of the Gospel? As a result of our presence and the title of 'Youth Leader' bestowed, does our target audience view our leadership as a distant shadow? Are we the reason Youth Ministry is stagnant? Yes, it is time to truly consider our stance and make positive impressions that will never fade as we challenge every facet of our roles and expert obligations within the realms of Youth Ministry. This book will re-frame, illuminate, and define our unique assignment from Almighty God to be the lifeline to - and for - the generations! Since we are an entire community within the ecosystem of Youth Ministry Leadership, let's re-create the vibe of our golden opportunities while re-imagining ways to ignite the commission that never sleeps - Youth Ministry!
From Bitter to Better! GOD has a way of setting you up. He has orchestrated every scene of your life. You will have no clue whom He will use, what He will use, or how He will use the who or the what, but you will find out why when you surrender to the crushing process. For Shonda Boyd Brown, it was in her marriage of 22 years that GOD used to process her for purpose. GOD will take the wounded areas of your life and use them for your good to help others. It is through the pain of childhood trauma, molestation, rape, miscarriage, a broken relationship, sickness, abuse, abandonment, betrayal, foreclosure, bankruptcy, loss of loved ones, disappointment, divorce, separation, church hurt, and rejection that you will find yourself traumatized and wounded seemingly beyond recovery. Shonda Boyd Brown found out that every wound will have a scab that represents the "e;GRACE of GOD."e; He will cover you and protect you in the process. Every wound will eventually turn into a scar; that scar will be a reminder of the road you traveled to get to your purpose. You will forever have the memory of it but will no longer feel its pain. So, do not "e;ABORT THE PROCESS.'' Someone is depending on you to come out. Stay committed regardless of how ugly it gets. The Potter will remold you as if it never happened. He will reset you on a firm foundation and elevate you in the presence of your enemies, and by this, you will understand that you serve a purposeful GOD, and nothing you ever went through was wasted. It was preparation for your DIVINE DESTINY!
People often remind Jamillah of the many things that happened to her. She tries to encourage them to look at it from a different perspective. These things not only happened to her, but God also allowed them to happen through her. He had to. An unordinary soldier has to fight unordinary battles. Doesn't God give the toughest battles to His strongest soldiers? Well, that's you! In No Ordinary Soldier, you are reminded through her story to keep the faith no matter the fight. After all, the fight is already fixed. God just needs you to stay on the battlefield. She desires that all readers are inspired to keep on fighting in the army of the Lord. As a wife of over 20 years, she tells an unordinary love story. Being a mother of four amazing children, she shows an unordinary strength. As the first lady of Landmark Fellowship Church and founder of Beacons of Light Women's Ministry, she displays an unordinary faith. As an entrepreneur of Compass Learning Center and Divine Design Efliers, she shows an unordinary determination. As a Covid-19 survivor, she shows an unordinary will to live. Jamillah challenges you to keep the faith and continue to fight. From the day you were born, God wasn't just training you to fight; He has been preparing you to win! So, never give up on yourself. Besides, you are not average. You are no ordinary soldier!
Join Pastor Shavon Smith on this 15-day journey of prayer and devotion. Believe that God will honor those things that you will bring before Him and even those desires that He knows you have but have not asked for. To consecrate means total surrender to God. It means giving God full power. The word consecrate means to set yourself apart. Consecration demands full devotion. It requires total dedication and commitment. As you take this journey, be purposeful, committed, and dedicated. Meditate on the daily scriptures and set aside prayer time throughout the day. You will finish this consecration feeling renewed, refreshed, and having a closer walk with the Lord.
He Comes, You Choose is inspired by Wontavius Rimpson's passion for uplifting women and teaching them to become the best version of themselves for themselves. Her mission is to help women regain their power by uncovering their tailor-made identity. Wontavius believes that a lack of identity will cause a woman to digress instead of progress. From enduring many challenges and obstacles, Wontavius has taken her lemons and created lemonade. She is now an articulate speaker with influence and has come to the realization that many women's lack of identity causes them to compete and hate other women. Many women with broken self-esteem dislike other women because of the envy associated with another woman's lifestyle, including self-image, occupation, and favor. The breakdown of women was formed from insecurity and comparison, and He Comes, You Choose helps women reach within and discover the best version of themselves. Wontavius' desire is to help women maximize their single-season by working on themselves and operating in their purpose. The reality is that many women don't take time to find their tailor-made identity, which causes them to lose their identity when introduced into a relationship. This book was written to help women understand that their life has a purpose and that they have something to offer society. Having a sense of self and purpose helps women understand the importance of waiting on a man worthy of their time instead of settling for a man who never deserved it.
Being a Christian is not always as beautiful as some make it. In life, we go through issues, failures, disappointments, and experience trials that seem like they will destroy us. Dealing with shameful situations caused a great amount of growth and awareness in Tatyana's life. Through her journey, she encourages others, letting them know that struggles are planned by God to build them into stronger people. Unmasking The Real Me explains why her trust is completely in God and not herself, the people in her life, or even the materialistic things she has acquired.
Everything That Glitters Is Not Gold is a compilation of life values designated by God versus the values of mankind. Take a journey with Gale Harris as she discusses Christian values that are vital in the lives of Christians.
It's commonplace to panic when the world around you begins to change. It is also commonplace to revert to figuring out the crisis and developing a plan to get out of it. As creatures of habit, inadvertently, we are used to being in control. When plans are interrupted or compromised, we attempt to hold on to what we know or draw conclusions and live under false illusions. Fear, frustrations, loss, confusion, discouragement, and depression settle in when all else fails. Discipline in the Wilderness is a Christian book offering a different perspective on the world or personal crises and the dangers they can bring when not learning the valuable lesson of putting God first. An outward crisis is often God unveiling what is inward. The Spirit of God works within the problem to get our attention to build a lifelong covenant with us. When the crisis passes, our attention must remain on what God says and is doing. Sherie M. Davis shares her compelling wilderness experience, finding balance through discipline rather than reacting out of impulse, finding revelation through the Word of God, the warnings, and its victories. We must understand, in every crisis, that God is trying to do a new thing, and it behooves us to let Him.
This book is God-Ordained, predestined for you to read. Being in an interethnic relationship is harder than it looks. Not from the inside, but from the outside. In this book, Ronald and Fe reveal their journey of over 35 years of marriage, although different ethnicity, as soulmates. No one could have told Fe she would be in an interethnic relationship, especially a MARRIAGE!!! But according to Ron, as everyone knows him, he already knew this to be his destiny, with Felicia. However, here we are 35 plus years later; two daughters and a beautiful granddaughter. Living life with someone outside your ethnicity is very challenging. I want to pause and reiterate regarding the challenges; it's not from the relationship itself but from the world's view. Outsiders looking in! I'm not saying it has been easy on the inside either, although very doable. These 35 plus years have taught us a lot about who we are as well as who people (outsiders) are. Over the years we have grown together, cried together, and laughed together. A lot of laughs! But most importantly we have LOVED together. So come along and open your hearts and minds in understanding that it's not the outside that determines who we are but merely the inside. Let's be open and not limited in the way we view the "e;Human Race"e; whether black, white or somewhere in between. Love is Love and there are no boundaries. This is our journey.
As we are confronted with troublesome times, God is still speaking - He will never be silent...!This is a book of sermons that have been birthed out of the COVID-19 crisis. The message that God reveals through them are words of encouragement and hope to those affected negatively by this pandemic. Surely, God is not silent in this season, and He has bent His ear to the cry of His servants in this hour. Upon listening and hearing His voice, these messages were penned, and as a result, this book of sermons has been brought forth. Although some were preached years ago, their relevance and significance have been brought to bear as being very much needed by the servants of God. The pages of this book are filled with both simple and profound truths that will stir the hearts of the readers and generate other messages as other Ministers of the Gospel will attend upon these words. Although many books of sermons have been written, although many sermons are posted on the World-Wide-Web, this volume of sermons will be set apart as unique because these messages are crucial for such a time as this. After this season is over, these messages will ensure that the people of God will continue to be encouraged during any and all types of crises.
Prayer Still Works is designed to examine the power of prayer through a number of powerful biblical examples alongside illustrations from our age. While reading this book you will gain insight on how to tap into the power of prayer and to fully realize how God's spiritual authority directly flows into your life. Prayer Still works today!Prayer can be used to address every single human issue on earth. Through prayer, we are not only able to commune with God, but we invite God into our lives and affairs. Prayer is not some outdated and antiquated approach to life matters whose effectiveness has expired; but it is, in fact, still potent and powerful to heal, to change circumstances, and to address whatever we may be facing, right now. Readers will be encouraged by several examples of prayer, and they will be equipped with a guide to help them build a stronger, richer, more effective prayer life. Experience the power of prayer being activated in your life like never before!
I Am Beautifully Me: 7 Day Devotional of Prayer and Healing focuses on helping women of all ages, setting them on a path to discovering their most beautiful selves. Circumstances may come to make you question who you are and what God says about you. But, this book will help redirect your thinking. Often you are your most prominent critic. You may find yourself comparing how you look to someone else. You may feel you are not beautiful enough. You may feel you do not have the type of life others have. Remember what the Word says in Psalm 139:14, "e;I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are thy works"e;. God does not make any mistakes, and He sure did not make a mistake when He made you. Declare, "e;I Am Beautiful,"e; "e;I am somebody,"e; "e;I am loved,"e; and "e;I know who I am!"e; Take this seven-day journey as you allow the Holy Spirit to renew your heart and your mind. I pray this book blesses you as it blessed me as I was writing. I am beautifully me, and so are you!!
Learning to forgive is a process. After over thirty years of carrying her past, Felicia Portwine made a conscious decision to let go of all that had been holding her in bondage (hostage). The hurt, pain, guilt, and shame were who she thought she was; it was her reality. She had to let it all go once and for all! You Knew Me Then, But You See Me Now is her declaration of freedom. Felicia's willingness to forgive was the pivot point in which her life truly began. A person may never know they are bound until they are free. Unresolved issues and your past can ultimately take over your entire life. You will begin to tell people this is who I am.However, in reality, this is what you have become as a result of hurt. Hurting people hurt others. On the other hand, if a person does not know they are hurting, then in return, they do not realize they are hurting others. Forgiveness feels like you are rewarding someone for something they don't deserve! How many times has God forgiven us? It kind of sounds like GRACE to me. The grace working in us for others allows us to forgive and move past the past! So, allow your grace for others to help you forgive and move into your GOD-given destiny (your purpose). This will keep the past in the past! Trust the process and forgive in order to live your God-given purpose, destiny, a life of liberty, and freedom. Live your best life! Finally, free to be you. This is Felicia's purpose for this book - to help you be the best you!
The lie we know and protect deep within will become the lie we outwardly live. There is absolutely no room for dysfunction in the life of a believer. You cannot silence dysfunction; it demands all or nothing. You cannot tame nor calm it. It will spread at will. After all, that''s what it was designed to do as an agent of the enemy of our soul.Join Alfreda Coleman as she takes you on a journey of transparency and truth in unearthing the small yet tumultuous areas of your lives. Stopping the spread of dysfunction requires not only acknowledgment but also honesty. Every area discussed is designed to prompt an introspective look at your character, behavior, and much more. This is not a book of shame nor embarrassment but a realization that living beneath who God called you to be can no longer be interrupted by your covert enemies designed to dismantle and destroy your purpose. Since it has become normal to provide your external audience an outward show of stability and success, let''s go deep and uproot the private lies we sleep, eat, and live with daily. Dysfunctional behavior is undercover sin. It will consume, spread and destroy if not confronted and addressed. You are not beyond forgiveness. God loves you, and He has provided the help. Holy Spirit is willing and ready. Your future, your families, and generations to come depend on your decision to address every negative private truth and annihilate every public lie. Let''s stop this deadly consumption, and be whole, be free, be well, and be filled with the Holy Spirit in Jesus'' Name!
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