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The reason for writing this book can be found in 2 Corinthians 11:28 - "...my deep concern for the churches." I started to see more and more religion and culture creeping into the churches of today. And, it has not slowed down. I have seen the authority of Christ and his word taking a "back seat" to worldly standards, humanistic philosophy, and materialistic desires. It is clearly evident, even among many well-known leaders in the "Christian" community. The problem is that the majority of the people in the churches are hanging on every word and being influenced by their false teaching. I pray that God will use this undertaking to challenge and help people to search the Scriptures and draw close to the Christ of the Bible. I was not raised in a Christian home, but rather in a religious home. There was an atmosphere of "morality," but it was subjective. Then, in 1989, Jesus Christ became real and life started to change. There was a difference between religion and Christianity. It was not about how "good" man could be, but how much God has already done for man, in and through the finished work of Jesus Christ. There was no more of man trying to reach God through good works, (religion). It was all about God reaching down to man with his free gift (Christianity). What a powerful, gracious, and merciful, love that can never be conquered, a love that stoops. It is not about me, but about the One who saved me. His love for me compels me to share all He has given with all who desire to know Him.

Contrary to their anticipation of a boring summer in their small town, three boys find themselves involved in a murder mystery after their town's annual summer celebration called "Wellsburg Days." They find a body by a creek outside their town and help the small town Marshal as much as they can, discover who the victim is and who committed the murder. A lot of focus is also on the Marshal who puzzles through the possibilities until finally solving the case. The story is set in small town Iowa in the summer of 1959. Author Bio After forty years in ministry in the Christian Reformed Church, Timothy Toeset retired and moved with his wife to South Holland, Il to be closer to family. He is father to five children and seven grandchildren. Tim is the son of a pastor and has moved frequently during his life. He was born in Idaho, grew up in two small towns in Iowa and went to high school in Illinois. Tim and his wife enjoy listening to audio books while traveling and that's what provided the inspiration for this story. Listening to someone's crime novel while traveling through his onetime home town in Iowa, helped to create the story in Tim's imagination. Tim received a B.A. from Trinity Christian College in Palos Heights, IL with a major in psychology. He received a Masters of Divinity degree from Calvin Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI. Tim pastored congregations in New York, Iowa, Arizona, California, Washington and Montana.

This is a book about my faith journey from a young adult to my senior years. Being a survivor of COVID, I knew the LORD still had a purpose for my life. I listened to the voice in my heart and knew I needed to write this book as an encouragement to others. Events happen in life that can cause us to see ourselves as victims or survivors. I choose using my Faith "hat" to be a survivor; an overcomer in all things. You will read about my 60 day hospital stay and 4 month home health journey and how my identified "hats" brought me through it all. My COVID survival is a miracle from GOD. Identify your "hats" so the road in front of you can be paved; and a way made for you by HIM. May you always be an overcomer. After 40 years of teaching, I started living my retired life in the country home that my husband and I designed together. My faith journey spans several decades and I have worn many "hats" during my life. I have tied them securely and held them in place with my Faith "hat" to face many a trial and tribulation both emotionally and physically. I have experienced divorce 3 times, miscarriage twice, sexual assault, as well as having 2 beautiful children, enjoying relationships with siblings, experiencing grandchildren, and finally a soulmate and loving husband. I have learned to listen to the small voice in my heart and follow the LORD's leading. I am a modern day walking talking miracle.

A thematic Bible study guide that seeks to simplify, educate, encourage and motivate individuals and groups on a journey through most major themes of the Bible and provide assessments and evaluations to strengthen understanding of each theme. This guide will be useful to all interested in strengthening their knowledge and understanding of the Bible, especially for Pastors, Sunday school teachers, and all involved in teaching and sharing God's word with others. Une étude systématique de doctrines et de thèmes, adaptés à l'enseignement de la parole de Dieu dans l'église, notamment l'Ecole du Dimanche et les ateliers de discussions évangéliques, voilà en résumé le livre.'' L'auteur, fort d'une grande expérience condense, les notions essentielles à l'enrichissement de la foi chrétienne. L'enfant de Dieu gagnera absolument à lire '' L' INTRODUCTION A LA THEMATIQUE BIBLIQUE ! French Pasteur Dalzon naquit à Port-au-Prince où il fit ses études classiques (Petit Séminaire Collège Saint Martial et Collège Nelson Mandela) et universitaires (Institut d'Etudes et de Recherches Africaines d'Haïti ou IERAH, Ecole de Droit des Gonaïves, Institut Biblique de l'Extension Evangélique Mondiale). Professeur en Théologie, il est détenteur d'une maitrise en Théologie. Marié avec la soeur Rosaire depuis vingt-sept ans, le couple a trois enfants. Professeur de belles-lettres haïtiennes et françaises, mais suivant sa vocation, il dirige désormais l'Eglise Baptiste de la Parousie, à New York. Il distingue trois moments indicateurs dans sa vie: Sa conversion au Seigneur, Son entrée á l'école Biblique, et son ordination! Selon lui, son pays souffre avant tout d'un mal spirituel, et en appelle à une évangélisation nationale. De fait, on lui connaît cinq églises qu'il a implantées au nom de Jésus. Pasteur Dalzon trempe enfin sa plume dans l'encrier pour faire l'apologétique du protestantisme haïtien ! English Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Yvan F. Dalzon is a pastor, teacher, and missionary of Parousia Baptist Ministries Inc. in Queens, New York, and oversees the teaching and development of two additional churches, one in Port-au-Prince, and one in Baradères, Haiti. Dalzon is married and has three children with his wife. Once a teacher of Haitian and French literature, he soon responded to God's calls to the ministry. He then entered the Bible Institute of the World Mission Outreach to study theology in 1992 and became a pastor in 2003. Once immigrating to Queens, New York, in 2008, he published several articles in the Magazine l'Olivier and hosted a program via Eclair Radio, preaching and teaching the gospel to the Haitian community. Dalzon also pursued teaching theology and Christian education. "Preaching the gospel is my life," he says. In love with the soul of Haiti, Pasteur Dalzon believes that his country suffers above all from a dept of spiritual evil and calls for national evangelization.

"Triumphs & Tragedies in Serving God" is unique in multiple ways. First, it is comprised of only true stories with no embellishments. It is written by an OB/GYN Surgeon. The various stories can be at times tear-jerking, exciting, or humorous, but are all memorable. The author shares her experiences in an entertaining and understandable format while still providing thought-provoking scenarios and issues. Many, but not all, stories provide a little known birds-eye view of what actually happens in an operating room. Her goal is to challenge and inspire everyone who reads this book to become acutely aware that ALL can be used by God in His Service even despite severe limitations. Everybody can experience His Blessings in the triumphs and His Grace through the tragedies of Christian Service - if we are only willing. You will feel like you are right beside Dr. Joy in the swift moving easy-to-read true stories. Joy Diane Shields-Miller, MD grew up in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in the little town of Jackson, Ohio. She majored in foreign missions at Circleville Bible College (now Ohio Christian University) for two years before transferring to the Ohio State University (OSU). At OSU, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in chemistry to fulfil pre-med requirements. In 1986, Joy attended the Medical College of Ohio (now Medical University of Ohio) in Toledo. She graduated with a Medical Doctor degree and began a Family Practice residency at Mercy Hospital, in Toledo's inner city. When a second year residency position became available in OB/GYN at Providence Hospital, Southfield, MI, she accepted. Following graduation from that program, she joined Dr. Ed Ricaurte in private practice in Oregon, Ohio. In 1997, she interviewed at Berger Hospital (now Ohio Health Berger), and became the first OB/GYN to open their new maternity ward. She has had extensive training in several medical/surgical fields including OB/GYN, vein surgery, and chronic wound care. Since 2015 until her retirement on January 4, 2021, she was Medical Director of the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Oxygen Center at the hospital. She currently loves horseback riding, playing softball with her family, cooking, and spending time with grandchildren. Both she and her husband, Dr. David Miller, a Christian Psychologist, live in Circleville, Ohio and are active members of Hedges Chapel, Churches of Christ in Christian Union.

Are you ready to fight compels its readers to contend for their faith? In doing so the book examines from the beginning who the church is viewed in the eyes of both believers and non-believers. From that perspective, the authors look into how the word of God equips the reader to contend for the faith but how to stand on God's word and ultimately come to the conclusion the battler has already been won through Christ. Joseph L. Johnson was born in Cincinnati Ohio. The second oldest out of a family of five. Has been married to his wife Denise for 43 years. A father of Five, Regina, Joseph, Nawkita, John, and Ashlee. He earned his bachelor's degree in biblical studies at Temple Bible College and Seminary and A master's degree in Arts & Religion from Cincinnati Christian University. John E. Johnson is a native of Cincinnati, Ohio. Married to Larisa Johnson. They are the proud Parents of Five children. John is a Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. John obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Leadership and Ministry from Cincinnati Christian University.

Prayer is valuable, it is the essence of our life to know the unconditional love God has for us throughout our journey PRAY. The greatest secret is to pursue God, to start having conversations with God throughout your day, long or short moments just talk to our Father. Not rehearsed prayers, just a conversation with God to establish a lasting personal relationship. God loves to hear from us. Be united to God to fulfill His purpose for our lives. This 90-Day Prayer Journey will encourage, motivate, and uplift you. It only takes 90 days to make a permanent lifestyle change, start today PRAY. This prayer journey book will assure you of the goodness of God as you follow Jesus along your journey. Your hunger and thirst for the Word of God will be satisfied as you read this Prayer Journey, read your bible, meditate on the scriptures and with continuous prayer. Trust and believe prayers and perseverance will lead you to a powerful spiritual walk. Sheila Felder, from Los Angeles, California, is committed and dedicated to serve God, to be a worthy servant to the Lord, and to serve God's people. She spreads the Word of God here and around the world through Prayer, by telling people about our awesome God. Being a living example of Christ, she is compassionate, loving and helping others in need, and teach others to know the goodness of our majestic Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. "Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass". (Psalm 37:5 KJV).

Conversation #1: Women, designed by God to create life in the womb for nine months and then to bring forth that life. To feed that life with the milk that fills our breast during post pregnancy. But what happens when that season is over, and the birthing womb begins to shut down? Answer: Hot flashes, night sweats, personal summers, and mood swings. It's the season that almost every woman will go through. Yet, it's the elephant in the room no one wants to talk about. The elephant's name is menopause. The author shares her personal story of night sweats, hot flashes, and mood swings. She shares a humorous story of having one of her first hot flashes while speaking with her male supervisor. She discusses what she defines as the "craziness" of mood swings. What about "man"opause? Yes, she goes there. By the way, did you know that menopause is just one day? (Huh?) Conversation #2: Around The Table The author addresses her grandchildren being biracial and the negative connotation behind the "one drop rule". The author shares true stories of other women's struggles and journeys. She challenges readers to remember before you judge, criticize, or ridicule someone to remind yourselves that: "We don't know their story." The author shares how she took her first swimming lessons in August 2017, and the importance of "letting go of the wall" both literally and symbolically in life. Her Christmas story, in which her father shared how much he loved her without saying a word, will warm your heart. Come join the author in an around the table discussion as she addresses a few of her questions, comments, and concerns. This book is an informative read for both women and men. Second time author Geniene Dotson Gary is a wife, mother, and grandmother. As of April 30, 2021, she retired from the Los Angeles County Probation Department after over thirty years of service. She obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of La Verne while struggling to raise four children on her own. She remarried in 2000. She and her husband Floyd Gary attend Abundant Living Family Church in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Diego Mesa and his wife, Cindy, are the executive and founding pastors. If you would like to get in contact with Geniene, please send an email: ggdotson1@verizon.net.

Can a secular post-modern worldview live in peace with the biblical Christian worldview in the United States in the twenty-first century? This is the real pressing question of our time. If either side is bent on solidifying a culture that eliminates the ability of the other side to freely follow their worldview, civil war is inevitable. Abortion and marriage are only the two most visible issues of disagreement. The broader context revolves around one's views on individual freedom and liberty versus a powerful centralized government intent on providing the greatest good for the greatest number, as defined by the leaders of that centralized government. In his 2015 book, Impossible People, the beloved Christian thinker, writer and apologist Os Guinness eloquently states the following: Modern liberal secular societies have themselves risen from and still depend on philosophical and ethical traditions that come from outside themselves. By this he means that foundational principles are historically religious in nature, and a functioning secular state needs to recognize them. These principles include human dignity, the sanctity of life, freedom, justice and equality. The Biblical Christian Worldview - 2016 traces these themes through a tumultuous Presidential election year and asks this question: What roles do Christians need to play in our pluralistic society while maintaining allegiance to this most important message in the gospel: You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important. Love your neighbor as yourself. The entire law and all the demands of the prophets are based upon these two commandments. (Matthew 22: 37-40 NLT) P. B. Turner is a life-long business entrepreneur. A father of seven, he has been a Christian since his teenage years. Following a formal business education with a BS in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from the Harvard Business School, with a stint at Deloite & Touche in-between, he opted for the entrepreneurial world of small business start-ups and turnarounds. His latest venture and passion has been the writing of this book.

Our lives are forever unfolding into something greater for God's purpose or lesser for the world's folly. As humans we have a divinity, a sacredness, or holiness that we so easily ignore in our everydayness. We were meant to be with God. We were meant to do life with God. It is time to recapture our true origin, our true identity. We are children of God. We are messengers of our Father's good will because of Jesus our Redeemer. We are examples of God's power because the Holy Spirit resides with us. The title of this book "Warriors Stand your ground and let God fight". Calls us to take our place in the world as God's descendants and show God's love to others. We are at time and place like no other. We need to make a stand as it says in 1 Corinthians 15. 58 The Message Bible "stand your ground. And don't hold back. Throw yourselves into the work of the Master, confident that nothing you do for him is a waste of time or effort. We have been promised that if we stand our ground, God will be with us and fight for us. Philippians 4.9 TPT Jesus states" put into practice the example of all that you have heard from me or seen in my life and the God of Peace will be with you in all things Exodus 14.14 NLT; "The Lord Himself will fight for you just stay calm." Our calling is extraordinary and for those around us it will be Unforgettable. Because it creates a light that shines on Jesus, that will bring them into their eternal home. Remember in the midst of all that is around you, God wants to use you for his glory. Warriors tighten your bootstraps, raise your hands towards Heaven and speak the name of Jesus and let the harvest of God's goodness begin. Luke 14:23 Passion Bible says" so the master told him, all right go out again and this time bring them all back with you. Persuade the Beggars on the streets, the outcast even the homeless. Insist that they come in and enjoy the feast so that my house will be full. I am a lifetime New Yorker who has always enjoyed city life, and the scenic Country Life of upstate New York. I have lived in Rockland County and Brooklyn. Both have brought me joy in many different aspects and have challenged my belief system. Challenged I was even in fourth grade as I began to write about how people treated each other, and social issues. I did win some accolades, but in the course of my life, I did not take my writing seriously until the pandemic of 2020. The subject matter I most enjoy is relationships; relationship with God and relationships with others. For me this is truly what life is relationships. It is worth the time and effort to try to understand, study and write about.

Ever wonder if there is a God who speaks to His children? The Author shows through a series of personal experiences what living a life with the central purpose of following God's lead and listening to God's voice when He speaks can bring you. This book is very inspiring! It encourages one to follow God's lead as He will often use us to bless others. ----Ethel Bradford, wife of Charles E. Bradford, Seventh-day Adventist North American Division President, retired. A must read! This author, through a compilation of personal experiences, demonstrates that God does speak to us in audible tones and how to differentiate His voice from other voices in the world. -Dr. James Hammond, Ph.D., Brid-Gen., Medical Dir, JSD/Medical Directorate/SC Mil. Dept. (Ret), Chair/ Prof. Psychology, WAU (ret), Staff Chaplain, VA Medical Center, Washington, DC Edwina Humphrey Flynn is an author, singer, songwriter, teacher, wife, and mother to two wonderful stepsons. Her graduate and post graduate degrees are from a well-known conservatory in New York City. Her hobbies include reading, writing, listening to music, horses, cooking, travel, hanging out with friends and family. For information about other books and CD's email her at: edwinaflynn@gmail.com.

Struggles and trials are real, they show up everywhere, whether we want them or not. They don't care about your ethnicity, your financial status, educational status, not even whether you're "privileged" or not. Hard times comes to the have and the have nots alike, everyone gets tested at some point. For some the solution is drugs, alcohol, sex or money. It doesn't take much to see that our entire world is being tested right now. But throughout this book are beautiful stories of faith in the word of God that when exercised brings hope, peace, love and victory. Faith the answer for a world in chaos. Defy the odds, refuse defeat, become something beautiful, my choice!" Now, faith is the substance of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen-Hebrews 11:1 Annmarie J. Holness one of 8 children; born in Kingston, Jamaica West Indies. Graduate of Westwood High School in New Jersey. Entered the United States Army 1985-1998 with most notable service "Operation Just Cause", Panama and Army Drill Sergeant, Fort Jackson, S.C. She holds an Associate Degree in Fashion Design; an Associate Degree in Business and Marketing; a Bachelor's in Art and Therapeutic Counseling & a Master's & State License Social Work. Business Owner WunOwnly Artistry, creating one-of-a-kind art and jewelry pieces. Praise & Worship singer; Ordained Minister and Certified Life Coach. The world will get increasingly darker; faith in God will illuminate every dark path. Hold on to faith for it is the light given to us for the darker days ahead.

Depression: it's a condition that affects more people than we think, in mild to debilitating ways. For author Teniola Onabanjo, depression crept into her life through a significant childhood experience. In her new book, Dethroning Depression, Teniola shares how depression became her "companion". To hide her pain, Teniola turned to the temporary pleasure of charting her own path, finding that she found fleeting happiness from what this option offered. It wasn't until she came to the feet of Jesus and asked Him back into her heart that she felt God remove the hold depression had on her for seven years: depression that had given her suicidal thoughts, multiple breakdowns, and being committed to a psychiatric hospital. The prompting of God while on a prayer walk led Teniola to realize her experiences could help others struggling to overcome depression, while finding solace in the arms of Jesus. Dethroning Depression is broken down into seven chapters, relating the importance of nutrition, self-care, fitness, and realizing the need for one to have a thriving relationship with God. Teniola wants readers to know that Satan can use depression to convince believers they don't have divine purposes from God and not worth anything to anyone. Believe her; she knows this truth personally that Satan can cause this harm. But like she removed the strongholds of depression by allowing God to take it from her, others can experience the same joy and freedom when they allow God to enter their hearts. Don't allow depression the power to take away your self-worth; believe instead in God's purpose for you! Teniola Onabanjo, understands what living with depression feels like and has helped in creating practical measures by which people can overcome depression one step at a time. Dethroning Depression will make you understand the main source of depression and how to overcome it. Teniola studied History & Strategy at the University of Lagos. Her hobbies include cooking, shopping, listening to motivational messages, taking pictures and sight-seeing. By following her effective tips outlined in this book, you are set to unlock new heights in destiny fulfillment.

The Two Little Princes tells a story of brotherly love, adventure, and bravery. Holly is a wife and mother to two boys named Colton and Braxton who were the inspiration behind her children's book. She enjoys writing, cooking, and spending time with her family. She currently resides in Vienna, West Virginia with her family and is focusing on future children's books.

A PILGRIM'S CROSS reveals a young Christian Girl's victory over tyranny. Scarred, traumatized and tortured for Christ by her relatives. This personal unprecedented story of Namoo a Naturalized American Citizen who became an American Patriot Preacher by serving as a Public Servant kindling the flame of fire to awaken women and men from the slavery of fear. Namrata Carolan (AKA Namoo) is a National Public and Motivational Christian Speaker. Born and raised in India, survived tyranny under severe persecution, lacerated, traumatized under communism and tortured for Christ as a young Child left for dead by organ harvesters by the pernicious threat of socialist/Marxist creep of the Communist Party. A legal Immigrant to the United States who gave her entire life to serve God as a Public Servant. She recently served as County Commissioner for Michigan. She is a Speech Language Pathologist/CEO and Director of Somerset Child LLC specializing in early years development and learning Center. She is President of Carolan Christian Consulting Ministries for childhood trauma and recovery. She has been working with Children and hearing-impaired all-over Asia and the USA.

My book is about how I was diagnosed with a mental illness, and the challenges that I have been through. I have had a lot of struggles because this illness affects a person's ability to think feel and behave clearly. Treatment can help, but you must accept that you have this illness. I had to face the fact that I was diagnosed with Schizophrenia and depression. I had many ups and downs. I lost touch with reality, and had difficulty with concentration. This book is my story. It is about how I survived on the streets of New York city being homeless, and how my belief in God helped me through, and of course the caring people that helped me along the way. My Name is Michele Molina, I was born in Manhattan New York at Bellevue Hospital on December 19, 1973. Today I Live in Newark, New Jersey. I Am 47 years old. I have three sisters Esther, Peggy, Daisy, and I am the youngest. I enjoy the ocean; I enjoy walking in the park; I enjoy helping others. And I love animals. I have a cat her name is Zoe.

The USA, as well as many other nations, has a renewed interest in returning to the foundation of a society surviving under the guidance of this country's founding fathers, through humanities Creator. A society's belief in God can benefit from the profound teachings to a similar society in strife in the 14th and 15th centuries that were of a Theo-Sociological etiology. Profound solutions from God the Father's spoken word through a formally uneducated Theo-Political Dominican lay person700 years later, produces a remarkable Dialogue. Saint Catherine of Siena is recognized as one of the most remarkable women of the Middle Ages. The Dialogue of the spoken word of God the Father through Catherine, was transcribed by Raymond of Capua, while she was engaged in mystical trances between 1377 and 1379. She died in 1380. There are four major Treatises with ninety subsections. All are related to Divine Mercy and God's love for humanity, through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, embodied in the Holy Trinity for the salvation of souls. The author breaks down a difficult 86,000 word read into 26,000 words of salient theological concepts into quotes of sentences or paragraph formats. This easily readable format has not been utilised in any language to my knowledge. This Dialogue in God's own words was on target for a population in political turmoil in Europe. As well as a Holy Church in need of reform. Thus, a 14th century Dialogue relevant in the 21st century. 109191 included with MSFT WORD sent bferrara@salemauthorservices.com 6/6/21

This is a book of life in poetry. Each topic is a beautiful bouquet. Examples of topics include birth, love, God, and many more.These poems are very imaginative and whimsical, which a child can enjoy.Life circumstances are very unpredictable. We all face storms of some kind. But,if we hold on to God''s unchanging hand, we can have peace in the middle of a hurricane. The chaos will pass, and you will survive it. The sun will shine again, and then you are left with a beautiful rainbow. Patricia Murray is a grandmother of seven grandchildren. She is also an artist. Patricia enjoys sketching and painting portraits.

Stories from the Sidelines covers stories and poems that the author put into his own words from his experiences over the past years while being an assistant basketball coach at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, California. The book is written on a canvas to express the uniqueness of God''s endless love and mercy He has for all of us. Written from a heart whose writer has compassion for those he lives with, works with, and comes in contact with on a daily basis. While being active and on the court with the players and coaches daily, Stories from the Sidelines offers a different perspective on athletics, life and a walk with God. Kevin E. Heenan has been an assistant basketball coach at Vanguard University from 2012 until present. His love for writing about his faith and basketball has led him to put together this book, Stories from the Sidelines. In addition to coaching basketball, Kevin has worked as a Mortgage Banker in Newport Beach, California for the past thirty-seven years. Along with his wife of forty years, Debbie, they''ve raised four children; Ryan (wife Cori), Dennis (wife Kelsey), Jamie (husband Tucker), and Kelly and they currently have three grandchildren; Cooper, Kendall, and Coby. Kevin''s biggest hobby is his love for food and cooking and has an active Instagram account @kevins_kitchen. Kevin and Debbie have resided in Costa Mesa, California for the past thirty-seven years.

Dal Trent has reached the age where most boys are restless and wanting to be on their own. His dream is to go West toward the great mountains and trap furs. His family has given him their blessing and he has his supplies ready. What adventures await him? Dangers are lurking everywhere but he will not be deterred! His life from this point will be much different than it has been so far. Where will this new life lead him? Will he even survive to see his beloved family again? Come along with Dal as he leaves his home and family, and join him on an adventure of a lifetime! Walk the path of a true mountain man! Born and raised in a small rural town, T. Ross Chase has lived a quiet life amid the White Mountains of New Hampshire. With no desire to live anywhere else, he still has had a keen interest in the American West, especially The High Lonesome, where the mountain man resided. When asked about his favorite author, he will tell you it is Louis Lamour. He has read every book he could get his hands on that Mr. Lamour wrote about life in those Western mountains. "I could always picture myself walking in the boots of those characters that Mr. Lamour wrote about. I was right there through the whole book. I can only hope that I might hold your attention through my writings, the same as Mr. Lamour does in his."

This is a story about how Jesus Christ changed the course of a man''s life. Kenneth Kehl was born on the second of September 1938 in a small house next to the railroad tracks in an open town in Missouri. On any Friday night, there would be five thousand young men in town looking for a good time. Gangsters from Chicago, Kansas City, New Orleans, and St. Louis filled the gambling halls, taverns, and brothels. The police were nowhere to be found.He had an upbringing no child should ever have to experience. Early in his childhood, his father went away to fight in World War II. His mother had to bring him and his siblings to work with her at the bar because she could not afford a babysitter. He grew up fast-too fast-becoming an alcoholic at the age of thirteen. He saw things no child should ever see and did things as a child no adult should ever do. While the beginning of his life was hard, God never left his side. He helped Kehl find his way forward and gave him an incredible future full of love and family. A Life Worth Living is Kehl''s biography. In these pages, he shares his dark past, his wonderful present, and his limitless future. Kenneth R. Kehl is now retired after a career as a successful insurance broker. He has been happily married for sixty-two years and has three children, twelve grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He continues to encourage prisoners in the So. California area with his message of hope.

During the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Presbyterian missionaries devoted their lives to providing education, medical aid, and refuge to the people of Persia. Through epidemics, famine, the Persian Constitutional Revolution, and the Great War (WWI) missionaries often endangered their own lives while providing relief aid. They struggled with prejudice and obstruction by Muslim and Gregorian Christian clerics and by government authorities. After years of patient, self-sacrificing pursuit of missionary service, did they win the admiration and respect of the Persians?Western Persia Mission: A Biography of Annie Rhea Wilson (1861-1952) by Kathryn McLane describes real events in the lives of Presbyterian missionaries in Persia from 1880s to 1940s. In 1886, Annie Rhea Wilson travels to Tabriz with her husband, Reverend Samuel Graham Wilson, where they spend thirty years of their lives as missionaries, educating young Persians at the mission Boys'' School. Told through fictional dialogue, Annie and Sam initially struggle with Persian languages and customs, but soon, they emerge as leaders of the mission and build a new compound, including a church, missionary residences, a medical dispensary, and a school. As the great-granddaughter of Annie Rhea Wilson, Kathryn McLane was intrigued by family history and desired to understand and preserve her ancestor''s story. She began researching archives of the Presbyterian Church, as well as autobiographies, reports, journal articles, and books written by the Presbyterian missionaries of Persia. The author strove to provide an accurate, factual depiction of missionary life in Persia, the struggles and successes of the missionaries, and the civil strife of Iran during this era so that readers may fully understand the depth of their service.

Paul''s adventurous journeys did not end with his 3 missionary journeys and voyage to Rome! After being released from house arrest, Paul went on a "4th journey" and left us "hints" in his writings as to those he would see, this would be his "Farewell Tour." He probably first sailed to Spain, then sailed to the island of Crete and left Titus there (Tit. 1:5). Then sailed to Miletus and walked to Colossae to see the brethren there and to spend time with Philemon, thanking him for his forgiveness of his runaway slave. Then he walked to Ephesus and eventually sailed to Philippi to come full circle in checking on everyone he wrote to while under house arrest. This book completes Paul''s Fairwell Tour before he met his fate back in Rome with Nero.The accomplishments of the apostle Paul inspired me to write this book. His achievements were quite remarkable, and more people need to know of his tremendous contribution to the New Testament.This work on Paul''s Fourth Missionary Journey is an excellent integration of the letters of Paul''s and Luke''s presentation of the three journeys and trip to Rome, leading to a lovely, plausible reconstruction of a Fourth missionary journey of Paul. It is well-written and reader-friendly. I plan on using Tom''s manuscript in my Acts classes. I''ve never seen anything like it!Dr. C. Marvin PateProfessor of TheologyEndowed Chair of Elma Cobb Chair of TheologyPruet School of Christian StudiesOuachita Baptist University

How will you reign?Will you allow anger, envy, hurt, trauma, and regret to rob you of your God-given power or will you allow unconditional love, compassion, wisdom, gratitude, and service towards others to drive you? God gave His creation free will. He wanted us to choose Him and in return receive His everlasting love that heals, frees, makes whole, and empowers us to create lasting change for our good and His glory. We can allow the chains of our past to hold us prisoners or allow grace and truth to awaken the kingdom within and activate our birthright as a child of God. Join Courtney on the most worthwhile journey as we learn to: ΓÇó Reign over our pastΓÇó Activate our faithΓÇó Stand on the unchanging truth of God''s promisesΓÇó Reign in our health and strengthΓÇó Create healthy boundaries and thrive in our relationshipsΓÇó Maximize our moments throughout the dayΓÇó Take new territoryΓÇó Live legacy mindedGet ready to laugh, cry, release, and receive a new chapter in your life. It''s a new dawn, a new day, and a new reign in your life as you choose to let go of what was and embrace all that God has called and created you to be. Life is just a series of new beginnings. Instead of resisting change you will be equipped to face new horizons with courage and faith. Your reign begins now. Courtney Dawn Shaw is married to her best friend Jeffrey, and mom to Kingston and Carrington. She is an author, speaker, health advocate, spokesperson, TV/Radio Host of the Authentic Living Show, and Mrs. Florida America 2014-15. You can always catch Courtney out in the community serving, speaking, and hosting charitable events. She is a long-time health advocate and member of the President''s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. Courtney has impacted countless lives through all forms of media with her message of hope, health, freedom, and passion for living an authentic life in Christ. Her energy, relatability, transparency, and zeal for life is contagious.