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Transition is a change from one position to another. They all come with their share of hardship. Its how you get through those transitions that determine who you are.This book was birthed through pain from my personal experience. It was through the hardest time of my life that I truly understood what it meant to walk in faith. I knew that God was shifting me but I didn’t know what it was going to take to crossover to the other side to reach my destiny. What do you do when God requires you to walk with your eyes closed? What do you do in the land I call the land of the in- between? It is the place in the middle of where you are currently positioned and walking in purpose? In order to walk out your purpose, you must first be able to hear and obey. Allow this book to lead you into a deeper relationship with God, while on your way to purpose. There are tools and wisdoms to equip you for what God has next for you. Allow it to strengthen you to be where you are destined to be.  

Are you going through a spiritual crisis?  Are you at a standstill in your spiritual life?  I have experienced both of these.  I was being called to a higher place.  Yet, I was not certain as to how I would get there.  I went through some trials and even experienced times where I felt afraid and unloved.  But God had a plan and a purpose for my life.  He showed me love through people.  He trained me, chastised me and made me stronger through a divine connection.  If it were not for this connection I don’t know where I would be.  So to you I say to you as you go through your trial and face your fears, stay focused on God.   Apostle Joann Brown has been happily married to Deacon Robert Brown Jr. for over thirty years.  She is the mother of three young men, Ellis A. Thomas Jr., Robert Brown III, and Anthony S. Brown and is a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren.  Apostle Joann Brown worked in the medical field for over forty years.  She was the first black Director of Nurses for Mitchell County Hospital.  She was awarded Nurse of the Year on June 7, 1990 by the Executive Board of the Archbold Memorial Hospital of Thomasville, Georgia, and in 2006, she was awarded Nurses of the Year by Archbold Dialysis Center.Apostle Joann Brown is a graduate of the Zion Christian Bible Institute Inc. of Thomasville, Georgia. She made history by becoming the first female preacher to receive a license and ordination in a Primitive Baptist Church under the Umbrella of Overseer, Dr. William L. Bradley and the Zion Bible College. She is the Pastor of Genuine Apostolic Ministries in Pelham, Georgia.  She is also the President of the Ordination Council Examination Board for the Zion Bible College.  She has survived breast cancer twice by God’s grace.  She is also the author of Set Up by God.   

There is a longing deep in our being for connection...to others...and I believe, to our Creator. A hope for something safe and satisfying. One that brings completeness and joy into this human experience we are each having. God means for us to have that longing become a reality. Like us, He deeply desires connection. His pure motive of love and His complete ability to do so meets our longings and our incomplete ability. Magic happens. My hope is that you might catch a glimpse within these poetic attempts, of the magnificent One beyond the face in a manger whose hand is reaching out to touch your face. May some of these words be part of that tender touch. Annette has lived in Traverse City Mi. most of her adult life. Her interest in poetry began early in life and her own musings were scattered about in journals, on scraps of paper, napkins and whatever material might be nearby when inspiration hit. She began to pull together some of these disjointed jottings into forms while taking a college poetry workshop with the hope that someone might be inspired by them as she has been through other's writings. Annette won first prize in a writing contest at that college for her poem, "Midwinter's Dream" and also just recently won 3rd prize in Xulon Press's January 2019 writer's contest for her poem, "Unsilent Night".

My mission is to impart to you what Adonai has instilled in me. I am a committed witness for the kingdom of God! (Rom. 1:16).I have had the awesome experience of hearing the audible voice of the Holy Spirit three (3) times in my life. I am so excited to share those golden moments with you! My desire is for you to have a better quality of a Spirit-filled life. Stop settling for mediocre and begin reaching your full potential in Christ.If you have a modicum of faith, you can achieve the impossible and witness the miraculous. Adonai desires for us to rest in Him, believe the words He has spoken, and never doubt Him (Luke 17:6). Don’t be derailed by the deception of the adversary when he attempts to place negative thoughts in your mind. Learn to replace those lies with positive reinforcement, the Word of Adonai. Luke 10:19 says, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”Remember, true faith is when you can’t see it, can’t touch it, and can’t explain it! Believing is essential to living a faith-filled life. As you delve into the chapters of Piety vs. the Deception of Ocular, Auditory, Rumination, and Articulation, you will discover how to transform your life and tap into the promises of Adonai.Beverly Simms is a member of a prominent church in the city of Dallas, Texas. She enjoys spreading the gospel and taking food to the homeless. Beverly has authored Born But Not Loved and Pray or Prey – Should Christians Carry Guns? Beverly resides in McKinney, Texas. 

ARE YOU STRUGGLING IN PRAYER?DO YOU KNOW HOW TO MOVE HEAVENAND EARTH ON YOUR BEHALF?Dr. McKinley Johnson has an answer for you: leadership through the eyes of prayer—how to move heaven and earth on your behalf. As he so clearly explains it, leadership through the eyes of prayer is communion (i.e., a holy, intimate act) with God that informs your decisions, attitudes, and actions. The position and posture of prayer is not as important as the condition of your heart; therefore, the condition of your heart serves as the primary key for garnering the favor of God. This proper preparation of the heart sets the course and direction of your life and leadership.In Leadership Through the Eyes of Prayer—How to Move Heaven and Earth on Your Behalf, you will:Learn the secrets to garnering the favor of God during difficult leadership situations, and how to move heaven and earth to resolve them. See how God uses prayer to protect your heart from possible threats, which are designed to thwart God’s plan and purpose for your life and leadership.Understand the importance of your God-given vision, mission, and purpose, and how to cover it in prayer. You will discover that leadership through the eyes of prayer—how to move heaven and earth on your behalf is deeply rooted in the Bible. This truth will help you develop a dynamic prayer life that empowers you to see, think, and act strategically to satisfy ever-changing needs. If you are not experiencing God’s best, this book is for you.Dr. McKinley Johnson has served in various leadership roles throughout his professional and ecclesiastical development. He has earned five degrees in the areas of ministry, business, and leadership. Also, he is the author of Natural Leadership Development, Values-Centered Leadership, and The Theory of Leadership. 

"Thou, which hast shewed me great and sore troubles, shalt quicken me again, and shalt bring me up from the depths of the earth." - Psalm 71:20 "O! Let me not be mad, not mad, sweet heaven; keep me in temper; I would not be mad." - William Shakespeare Vashti Ataya is excited to present Book Four in her Autobiographical Fiction Series, "The Story of Verna Louise Williams, OVERCOMING." Book One, "Joy Cometh In The Morning," introduced Verna and her girls as Verna fled a horrendous marriage in Arizona to relocate in Florida, navigate the maze of Welfare, and endure a baffling high-risk pregnancy. Book Two, "The Trees Shall Clap Their Hands," took Verna through strict Nursing School, ordeals of Welfare, the distressing loss of her girls via her ex-husband's deceit, and a triumphant graduation. Book Three, "Then Do We With Patience Wait," followed Verna through her nursing functions in Orlando's Orange Memorial Hospital as she cared for newborns, was chosen as an OR Nurse, an unparalleled honor for an LPN, and returns to Arizona. Book Four, "The Valley Of The Shadow," follows Verna as she literally walks through "The Valley of the Shadow." Deeply repressed demons of trauma pull Verna into her "Dark Night of the Soul." Her solid Christian foundation leads her through "The Valley" into her soul's light once more. She continues to overcome obstacles as Angels along her way lead her. Hers is a story of deep sorrows as well as delights, always undergirded by her deep faith. Her story continues. "...an adventure of faith...a balanced, flowing pace...both informative and eloquently written..." - Salem Author Services "Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars." - Kahlil Gibran

Mac McKoy's story is about one man's journey of discovering faith. Living Free Through Forgiveness depicts five generations of a family suffering from the effects of alcoholism, murder, mental disorders, and abandonment. Mac shares how Jesus drastically delivered him from these struggles and revealed his calling while standing at the Wailing Wall: To have a ministry centered around Jesus true message of Love, Grace and Forgiveness. Mac is committed to sharing his journey to grant and accept forgiveness to all who seek it. "This amazing story is a must-read for Christian and seeker alike. This is a story about the demons of being adopted, Mental Illness, Alcoholism and Mac (who was really "mugged by Jesus") ...and if you know someone needing a similar mugging in his or her life, give this book to them...the message is life-changing!" --Dr. Larry Keefauver, Bestselling Author and International Teacher Mac McKoy was born in the heartland of America in Omaha Nebraska in an orphanage where he was adopted at 8 months old. He has been a TV and Syndicated Radio talk show host, since the age of 14. He is currently the cohost of The View From a Pew. Mac lives in a cool little redwood cabin in Des Moines, IA with his dogs Picasso and Moses. He has 4 wonderful children, 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Mac lives by personal covenant with his father God: Honor God, Follow Jesus, Serve others. Mac's message is simply HIS message: treat one another as I have treated you with LOVE, GRACE and FORGIVENESS.

January 2018 - My heart dropped at the doctor's words on that dreaded phone call: Mass on Pancreas! But I saw strength and confidence in my husband's face as he looked at me after the call was over and said: "Baby, I'm not gonna die soon - God told me 'You hadn't told them enough.'" For years and years my husband talked about the Salvation of Jesus. At all denominations, to all people, he would sing and praise spreading the Good News, the Hope to the lost, Love to the broken, a Prayer for all. My husband touched the world with God's love by following the leading of the Holy Spirit. He impacted many...so many did not know him. I hope in this book by sharing the memories of our life together that future generations can be impacted by his life. Never complaining - never asking why - always smiling and helping others in prayer. In the darkest hours facing chemo, testing, and scans - never ever taking his eyes off our Lord and saying to me: "From the first day I gave this to God; so, it's no longer my problem; why worry? It's all in God's hands - His will. Either way I'm a winner...I know who I am and I know who's I am. He's holding my hand." I said to Pat: "And who are they? And what have you not told them?" His answer: "Baby, I don't know that answer, but God will let me know in His time." Exactly one year later (January 2019) God revealed it to him. In His power and glory - what He wanted him to share to all he met - at Conferences and Churches, private visits to over 1,000 people and on videos everywhere...to all he met, my Pat was obedient to our Father God as he shared his story to all. He would always say, "Now pass it ON!" So I'm writing this book to Pass it on! Alleluia!

I thank God for the initiative He has given me to write this book. I'm so grateful for all the doors He has opened through this venture. It amazes me that He can start with something so small and turn it into something you wouldn't even expect. These poems have inspired me to be a better person. I hope you 'll also find these as a great source of comfort, strength, and the messages will inspire you, and move you closer to God. He has set the stage for me to begin my journey. This book has been a long-time goal. In the past two months, I've put together a website and I've been working on converting some of these into songs. I'm now ready to move on to the next step. In today's society, we deal with many types of issues and often become sidetracked with things that pull us away from what's most important. It happens to all of us. We still need quality time with God to reflect on how and what we can do to make our lives better. It is my sincere desire to share what God has done for me. I hope and pray that you 'll be blessed, I thank God each morning I awake for another day. I truly believe that the end is close and we are living on borrowed time. God makes allowances for things to happen in our lives to turn us around. It's an awesome wonder that He meets and accepts us right where we're at. It's a great honor to help promote the Word of God. Whether it be poetry, song, ministries or just sharing Jesus with others.

This book is a personal memoir of the struggles in the life of its author. Darlene provides a behind-the-scenes look at a very traumatic experience in her life and how it tore her family apart. She takes the reader through the highs and lows of her journey as a young wife and mother, but ends her story with the great testimony of God's hands lifting her up like wings of eagles to a place of triumph over her trials.

Wife-Life is a helpful, confidence-building guidebook that enables women to find financial security, emotional strength, and independence in the potential event of separation from their husbands.While reading this book, I realized that I yet had important work to do to update the information that my wife could access to be prepared for her future. Any book that is equally beneficial to men and husbands as it is to women and wives is a phenomenal tool for growth and family success. DeForest Soaries Senior Pastor First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens Author, dfree(R) Lifestyle: 12 Steps to Financial Freedom Whether a coach, a teacher, a mentor or a counselor, Dr. Sabrina Ellis' mission is to transform lives individually and in groups in every forum. Empowering women through spiritual and identity formation motivates her philosophy of ministry. Dr. Ellis resides in Cleveland, Ohio, with her husband, J. Delano Ellis II.

After trying to evade God for decades, desperation finally woke me to my need for Him. Life has been a long and winding journey back, yet full of adventure. The Alaskan Interior, villages of India and poverty of Haiti all saw God using me in amazing ways. I had finally found my purpose! But, just when everything seemed on track, disaster struck. Both of my legs had to be amputated. This is the story of how God got me through, and even used it for the spread of the Gospel. Today, He is still guiding me with His Presence--and the adventure is not over!

Do you feel there's more to your life than what you have? Are you faced with incarceration, addicted, or just curious about your future? Do you feel troubles following you and don't know what to do when it comes? My Brother's Keeper, My Brother My keeper will show you yourself and where to turn when all else fails. Tom Saunders an ordinary man innocent of a crime his brother committed went to prison with him. Tom's story of love for others through his own tragedies gave up everything, stands firm believing unconditional love conquers all. You will find here: How to decide choices before you make them Understand the battlefield inside yourself Understand who you're fighting and why Why some run from the battle they face? How to strengthen your inner being for your choices Your life is yours and no-one else's, when realized you're ready for the battle and will overcome them. If you are ready to change direction in life this book is for you. Tom Saunders is an inquisitive person always looking for answers. His life's ups and downs, faced prison, cancer, feeling alone yet his faith in God kept him. He's shared his testimony with hundreds of men and women. My Brother's Keeper, My Brother My Keeper is his life open, honest, and vulnerable. Tom has tried to help others understand how important they are and why they were created. You will find his faith helpful in your own.

How to Get Over Wanting a Perfect Marriage Marriage is messy. Ours has been very messy, but we found the deepest love developed in our biggest struggles. Through our discoveries, we grew up and learned to practice connection. Money, status, and things did not bring us happiness. Buying the nice house, getting good jobs, having more money, and finding the best schools for our kids did not improve our marriage. We turned the pursuit of stuff into a quest for certainty and security. The trouble is that our pursuit of the American Dream/fantasy put us on the performance treadmill. After years of pleasing, perfecting, performing, and, many times, hustling to get it right, we've come to the conclusion that we are enough. We are enough to Jesus and we are enough to each other. "The Unperfect Marriage" is a book to bring liberation for couples trapped in the fantasy of perfection. Jesus showed us how to receive His perfect love in our imperfectness. We hope it will inspire you to do the same thing. becourageouscoaching.com

Paul tells King Agrippa and Festus about Jesus Christ and about his own life-altering experience with him, and Festus tells Paul he is beside himself. Paul says he speaks "words of truth and soberness" about matters well-known to them because "this thing was not done in a corner" (Acts 26:25, 26). Facing a Festus at every turn today, many believers fail to hold their ground. Instead, they present a puny faith in a halting manner to a skeptical world with a predictable result. Believers and nonbelievers begin to sound alike, as they struggle to hash out some agreed-upon fiction to promote unity. It is bracing to have the example of Paul who, whether in favor or in fetters, stood fast in the "faith once delivered to the saints" and proclaimed it without apology wherever he went. Inspired by his courage and driven by a similar intention, these essays address readers familiar with the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, none of which was done in a corner, and in truth and soberness, urge them to adhere to the authentic message they have been given and to deliver it in a credible, Christ-honoring way. Carol Demong has published three books prior to this one: Dear Angie, your family's getting a divorce (as Carol Nelson through David C. Cook); The Bleating of the Sheep and Other Essays; and The Good Fight, a daily interactional devotional. She published numerous articles when she worked as a staff writer for Bridge Magazine, an Oregon-based Christian periodical. She has an MA in English literature and curriculum and has taught writing and literary analysis in a variety of contexts. Since her retirement from the University of California at San Diego, writing and family take up most of her time. In addition to the essays presented here and the articles and novel mentioned above, she has written Bible curriculum for women's studies, as well as short stories, poetry, and other essays. She lives with her grandson, a dog, and a few cats in the vicinity of extended family in Southern California. She leads a women's weekly Bible study and spends her days with her husband at a nearby memory care facility.

Philemon: A Master Class in Discipleship Short but powerful! These words describe the Epistle to Philemon. This brief letter is a rich resource for the Christian engaged in ministry or seeking to develop a closer walk with Christ. Through a study of this book, a methodology for effective ministry emerges. Uniquely and more than any other book in the New Testament, this Epistle provides an in-depth example of a restoration ministry in the life of another believer. In this study guide, you will: Find beautiful reminders of our salvation in Christ, highlighted with a poignant allegory. Learn the methodology employed by the Apostle Paul in his discipleship ministry to Philemon. Explore the life of Onesimus and discover the surprising twist in the book that goes to the very heart of Christian experience and growth in Christ. Beyond its tutorial aspects, a personal study through this book of Philemon leaves the reader renewed in hope, energized in ministry and challenged to the very core.

What started out as daily email reminders for her church's Bible study group, during the period of Lent, became inspiration for the members and their families to know God was present, there for them at all times. Author Kelly Claibourne was part of the Kerygma class at her church, a Bible Study Fellowship class, and was asked to create email reminders for members to follow their pastor's instructions to pray for our nation at 7:14 in the morning or evening, using 2 Chronicles 7:14 as a guide. This was to be during Lent, the day after Ash Wednesday to Easter. The Kerygma Class 7:14 Devotional comprises those daily emails Kelly wrote to encourage the members to pray. However, Kelly noticed the more she wrote the prayer emails, the more she felt God was speaking to the members through the messages. As the emails continued throughout the Bible study's time of prayer, Kelly began to reflect more on how God's Word was comforting life situations that were impacting the group. One member was diagnosed with colon cancer; another passed away right before Easter from a cancer battle; mass shootings and other social issues that caused the group, and nation, to be troubled about the state of our country. Kelly also included meditations about the armor of God from Ephesians 6 and the Lord's Prayer in the emails. After being told that her prayer emails were also being sent to family members and friends enduring trials, Kelly felt the Lord was prompting her to collect these prayer emails into a book that would be available for all readers, believers and non-believers alike. The Kerygma Class 7:14 Devotional is a call to those reading to stop trying to handle life on their own and open their arms up to a loving God who wants a personal relationship with each of his children. If we call out for help and repent, He will heal us and our land.

Buried in the darkness of his third story loft, Bisbee Saxton stared into the valley. He tried to look away, but his eyes refused. Pressing his face against the small wood-framed window he watched in horror as dark, shadowy creatures ripped their way through the countryside of Harness. Marnin's prophecy was coming true. But it was more than just the chaos in the valley below that troubled him. A foreboding darkness haunted him. All of Harness battled the beasts, but Bisbee was inwardly terrified by something darker. Tears filled his eyes, ran down his cheeks, and dripped into a warm cup of tea he held tightly to his chest. The map leading north to Charis lay open on the table beside him. The light from the moon moved in and out of the night clouds, passing over the markings on the old parchment. The crash of a crow flying into his window jolted him backwards. Falling to the floor, he stared into the ceiling above, cold tea now covered his chest. Perhaps it was not too late. Grabbing the map, he raced down the spiral staircase. This is the tale of Bisbee's journey to Charis. This is the story of the Seventh Trail.

God speaks much about the fruit of the vine in the Bible. He promised it to Israel's patriarchs when speaking of the promised land. The Jewish men who searched the land of Caanan brought back large bunches of grapes to show the people, as they reported on the land. God mentions it many times in the Old Testament as a staple of their diet, along with corn and oil. The English word that translates the 5 Hebrew words that refer to this fruit of the vine is "wine", a word that was generic when the Old Testament was translated into English. This means that it applied to either fresh grape juice or grape juice that was turned alcoholic by adding yeast. The fact of its generic meaning is true and vital to the proper understanding of God's teaching about grape juice and alcoholic wine. Thus, in the Bible we have revealed two wines: unfermented grape juice and alcoholic wine. In the present time in Christian America, the truth that "wine" is generic in the Bible is little taught, largely unknown, and greatly contested. "Wine" is generally understood as an alcoholic beverage. Instead of accepting the "two-wine" understanding, writers deny the historic truth about unfermented grape juice in Bible times and use the Bible to permit and encourage drinking alcohol moderately. We will carefully examine the facts about "wine" in the Bible in the light of God's Word and we will document the danger of consumption of alcohol today. We will also tell a little-known story about Godly men who fought to show the truth of "two-wines" over 100 years ago so that they could convince Christians of the necessity of abstinence.

There is a persistent myth about hula with its grass shirt and hip movements. But hula tells a story or has a message, and the movements of the hands, feet, and other parts of the body only help in telling the story. From this book, you'll understand how: Traditional and modern hula deepens your love for the dance Through hula, you can learn about the Hawaiian language and culture Hula meets the needs in other countries Hula helps with your physical and emotional challenges Hula meets your spiritual needs As a professional dancer and teacher, Leiola expresses her love for hula and the Hawaiian culture through her performances and teaching. For her, hula is the essence of Hawaiian culture-she wants to share this love of hula with others. Minoru, as a connoisseur of hula, is interested in the background of hula and its role in Hawaiian culture and about its current status and prospect for the future. Hula is evolving and herein lays its strength. To understand hula properly, you need to know about the past, for it helps to explain the present. In other words, the unchanging parts of the past explain the changing present. Hula is, indeed, the artistic language of Hawai'i, but it is also the artistic language of the world.

A Doctor's Devotion transports the reader to the turbulent times of the late 1960s to 70s. A time when the Vietnam War was stirring protests across America, dictatorships oppressed many of those living in Third World nations, and hopelessness and turmoil seemed everywhere. It was in this backdrop that a young medical doctor and his wife began a life of service, which would eventually take them to numerous countries across three continents. Written in devotional format, the purpose of this book is to inspire people to a life of serving others. Service to others, no matter what their circumstance or culture, is a privilege that is both life-enriching and satisfying.

Renuel, the 'Wanderer', is tall, dark and lean. A foreigner on a grievous, underground mission collides, on a city street, with Linnea Johanneson, the Parson's daughter. She is a fair-faced and light-hearted girl, fine and keen. Quickly, but unwittingly, she sees into his pathos, captured by his tormented, empty gaze. Thus God, the dream-maker, begins their story of unspoken, deep love. This tale will unrelentingly romance and capture you and forbid your closing its pages. Either the antagonist, Linnea's dark, would-be lover succeeds, or the wanderer overcomes him. Renuel believes he must choose between saving Linnea or his infant niece, secret heir to the throne. Natalyia, mother of Renuel, arrives in America, incognito, and is welcomed into the parsonage by Linnea and the parson. He is smitten by her beauty and selflessness, and drawn by her sudden abduction, into intrigue and romance. Judy is a storyteller, a Romancer, a bible scholar, a musician, an enchanting weaver of tales, a colorful intriguing Mor Mor (Norwegian for 'grandmother') and a wife of 50 years with a long-held crush on her teenage boyfriend/now husband. She has been writing and telling tales since the age of ten. Names from stories she has told in the oral tradition like, 'Flighty the flying pony, Abigail the girl heroine, the triplets, Ope, Pahpah and Peterkin, have danced across her children's and grandchildren's imaginations for decades. These unwritten stories and many others, written down in notebooks, some partially begun on random paper are stowed away in folders with unfinished reams of poetry and journals in excess of dozens and dozens. Judy is a storyteller and always will be until the first page of her heavenly story begins. You'll have to wait to hear that. But, don't miss this newest (or is it?) story!

SUMMARYThis is the story of Linnie Logan and how her life is a whirlwind of different events and crises.Enduring a life of stalking for many years, she would see more abuse, neglect and dysfunction than any child should see. In this self-help book, Victim to Victory, Linnie Logan encourages us all to not accept circumstances of our lives but to rise above and claim victory.Do you still suffer from emotional scars from your childhood? Do you fear success and growth? Is is time to look at those childhood hurts.Do you feel like one person on the inside and another the world sees on the outside? THE AUTHORLinda Gucwa writes her first freshman memoir/self-help book. To realize God didn't create me to be exactly like others. He created me to be me.Linda and her husband are the parents of three grown children and two beautiful grandchildren. They make their home in the Thumb of Michigan.

The New Kingdom Join Mark and a couple of teens as they travel through a land full of demonic beings. Their faith will be tested in more ways then one could imagine. Will they make it to their destination; so they can see the promises of Joshua? Or will the evil of the world stand in their way? Liberty Man Could you imagine being a slave to three kings? Your only desire to be free. Join Liberty Man's spiritual Journey. As he travels through serpent infested lands; whom dare to test his faith. Will he finally be free; as he always dreamed? The Evil Stone In a land called Avery; beautiful at first sight; evil threatens to invade what once was a holy place. You'll soon learn just how strong a community can be when they are fighting for their home. Will Avery become as beautiful as it once was? Anthony James Hayes is a small town boy from the swamps of Louisiana. He was raised In a Christian home and dedicated his life to Christ at a young age. He started writing at 19 years old and was given these stories in dreams from God. He's had many trials over the years getting his book together but God has seen him through. lannyhayes10@yahoo.com

Have you ever received news that was so scary it left you speechless? Thinking I had bronchitis or pneumonia, I was not prepared to hear the words, "You are in heart failure." As a 31-year-old woman, wanting nothing more than to be a mother, I was left contemplating what my future would look like - if I had a future. My doctors said my greatest chance of survival would be a heart transplant. God was gently teaching me to trust Him despite how physically unbearable life became. Over time, I began feeling distant from God's love, especially preceding my first open-heart surgery. But each time I cried out to God and searched His scriptures, I was reminded that He cares deeply for all who suffer. My prayers began to change from a daily plea for healing to a surrender of my future to His will. After surrendering fully to God's will, I had a moment of overwhelming love from my heavenly Father in which I felt His arms reach down and hold me with unimaginable love and peace. I am eternally grateful for the lesson I was reminded of first-hand: MIRACLES DO STILL HAPPEN! Through the heart-felt sharing of my testimony and true-to-life evidence of God's healing hand, I pray that Though My Heart and Flesh May Fail will motivate readers to put their faith and future in the hands of their divine Healer.

But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control (Galatians 5:22-23 NLT). As a young man, author Chris Rigsby never truly considered where he would spend eternity and was not close to God. Though he and his wife had attended church occasionally as children, it was not until they were in their early twenties that they began attending church regularly. It was after this when the need to accept Jesus and the call for salvation began to weigh heavily on Chris's soul. At this time, they both consistently partook in Bible Study and attended sermons on Sunday. One Sunday, as this need became more and more pressing, he and his wife accepted Jesus together in their church. They were baptized the next weekend. Now, in this Bible Study, Spiritual Fruit: Reflections On Life, Salvation, and Eternity, you can see where God provides the spiritual fruit listed in Galatians 5:22-23. Through this book he wants to guide you to where in the Bible this wonderful sharing can be found, so that you too may find it in your life. Through God, you can find love, forgiveness, acceptance, and so much more. When you accept Jesus into your life, you will be graced with the love of our Lord. And in addition to this, you will find your place in eternity, in heaven with God.

I have placed my "pastor's ponderings" in this book as a result of the encouragement of friends and acquaintances. The premise and hope of this devotional book are that it will facilitate a deeper spiritual walk for all who read it. Each devotional was developed by relating everyday objects or activities to our spiritual lives, with the intent of keeping them simple enough so that even a child could understand them. Each devotional encourages the reader to be a better Christian, to attend church more regularly, to study the Bible more, or to grab hold of some other spiritual insight or discipline. It is my desire that this book will be used by the Holy Spirit to enlighten the readers of their spiritual weaknesses in order to be brought closer to God. If this happens, I will consider it a success. For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God's gift. Ephesians 2:8

Don't Bow, with Teresa by Frances Gonzales Martinez is a charming children's book which focuses on the importance of worshiping God as the One and Only True God. Utilizing stories from the Old Testament, The Author explains how we can put God first in today's society and what Idolatry looks like. Parents and children alike will enjoy Don't Bow with Teresa, discussing what true worship and a close relationship with God looks like.