Bøger af Jeff Simmons

The World War One battlefield that bulged out around Ypres, Belgium, was one of the most horrific killing grounds of the bloody, four-year conflict. Not familiar with the proper pronunciation of "Ypres," (EE-pruh), the Allied soldiers called the sector "Wipers." The Allies took thousands of casualties daily there from 1914 to 1918. Unable to break the German line, a plan was made to dig 5 miles of tunnels under No Man's Land, planting charges, and blowing up the enemy from below. This novel follows a British miner-turned-soldier and his unlikely companion: a mischievous, wisecracking soldier who was a magician in civilian life and joined the army under shady circumstances. Their struggle to survive is often tragic, yet often humorous. The story climaxes with the tunnel attack and the shocking aftermath. Ultimately, it shows war is not glorious; it ruins lives, even among those who survive.

Orel Hackworth is new to Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1957. A news correspondent, he lives for finding the "big story." That "big story" finds him, though, when 19-year-old Charles Starkweather and his 14-year-old girlfriend, Caril Ann Fugate, go on a two-state killing spree, leaving eleven bodies behind. For three days in January, 1958, Lincoln is gripped in fear. The entire nation is aghast, watching the murders unfold on television, a new experience for many Americans. Even foreign media stays abreast of the situation on the Great Plains. With the help of a friend in the FBI's Lincoln office, Hackworth chases behind Starkweather, practically tripping over bodies in the process. His exclusive stories are printed in newspapers across North America, to the point that he gains notoriety himself. Hackworth follows the case of Charles Starkweather all the way down to the very end, until justice is served.

When Jeff Simmons started in ministry, he was surprised at how much of his time involved business. Yet business was never a part of his theological education.He's not alone. Most people in ministry receive little or no training in this area. When faced with multiple business decisions and tasks a day, leaders can become discouraged or frustrated.We need help and guidance to become effective and wise stewards of the money and resources entrusted to us by God. When pastors and nonprofit leaders are good at the business side of their ministry, more people can be blessed and supported.Pastor and entrepreneur Jeff Simmons explores topics such as: The Tension between Faith and BusinessThe Importance of Strategic PlanningFinancial TransparencyResources and BuildingsWork and Life BalanceDeveloping a Community--and moreThis book will help every ministry, church, and nonprofit maximize their resources for greater kingdom impact.

Break free from mediocrity and start living the vibrant life God has for you.Most people settle for an ordinary existence--a predictable schedule, easily attainable goals, reasonable expectations. While there's comfort in the ordinary, there's also the risk of getting stuck in a life that lacks meaning, purpose, and joy. And God doesn't want you to get stuck--especially when He has so much more for you!Finding the Extra in Ordinary by Jeff Simmons explores the extraordinary stories of people from all walks of life who have managed to transform their ordinary lives into something truly remarkable. From everyday people to celebrities, entrepreneurs, and sports stars, Simmons captures the inspiring stories of those who have found the extra in ordinary.In this book, you will learn how tolive out God's plan for loving othersinvest wisely in the things that really matterchoose joy and share that joy freely with the worlddiscover your passion and purpose in lifestart living every day with motivation and meaningStop playing it safe. Step out and surpass the ordinary and start living an extraordinary life for Christ.