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"Our whole lives were ahead of us-and then she was gone." Tiran and Maleka Jackson celebrated their fifteenth anniversary in the Bahamas together when a delightful excursion turned deadly. Their tour boat exploded, killing Maleka and trapping Tiran in the fiery inferno of the burning boat. Choosing Resilience is the heartbreaking and hope-filled story of Tiran's fight to survive the loss of his wife and the devastation of his body, which ultimately resulted in the amputation of his leg. By vulnerably sharing his darkest moments, Tiran teaches that resilience is a choice to be grasped and pursued so healing can take place. Tiran's will to recover amid tragic loss, grief, and insurmountable physical challenges will inspire and motivate you to believe that all things work together for good.
In the ever-evolving world of content creation, social media, videos, TV and radio shows, podcasts, vlogs and blogs, and search engine optimization, new media expert Scott Miller has established himself as an authority on maximizing media usage and exposure. He's passionate about teaching entrepreneurs how to leverage media to grow their businesses and increase their reach. In this insightful and impactful book, Scott clears the way for business leaders who are confused by the changing media landscape. You'll discover how to: - Utilize content marketing - Grow your audience - Understand media trends - Identify effective content outlets - Implement digital marketing - Establish benchmarks - Measure content campaign success
No matter your leadership experience, Robert Anderson, Jr. offers you a way to recognize moments that will catapult your life and career. This book is not a formula but instead a proven framework for developing your personal approach to leadership. Anderson is known for his ability to lead through crisis, distill complex topics into simple concepts, and build teams that execute with integrity and excellence. If you're having trouble deciding what kind of leader you are, this book will reshape the way you think about building and leading a team. Along the way, you'll be inspired and entertained with true stories from Anderson's work in law enforcement, in counterintelligence and espionage at senior levels with the FBI, and as CEO of one of the country's leading cyber security companies. "I cannot teach you how to lead. I cannot give you a formula that will guarantee your success, and I suspect books that do make those promises result in disappointment. But what I can and will do is show you how to recognize the moments in your life which offer an opportunity for you to rise up and lead. These opportunities occur in everyone's life. It takes acumen and experience to see them. It takes courage and conviction to seize them."
Dan Thompson, husband, father, and the CEO of a fast-growing health benefits company, came face to face with the dreaded pandemic disease, COVID-19. Like so many others, Dan's life was turned upside down within a matter of hours. He was hospitalized and encountered the terrifying prospect of a severe, even fatal, illness. By a miracle, Dan survived, and he now offers us a real-life story of faith, hope, and optimism. Amidst so much tragedy and divisiveness, he shares how COVID can change us individually and as a culture and society for the better.
The Biblical story of Samson is a bold, enthralling tale of strength and seduction that has captivated readers for thousands of years. Brought to life in the novel The Rise of Samson, you'll vividly experience the desires and drive that motivated Samson in this engaging novelized edition of the story of a strongman chosen by God.Author Jeff Meredith roars life into the character of Samson and allows the reader to walk in his footsteps, engage in his battles, and understand the heart and thoughts of the warrior, like never before. Able to tear a lion apart with his bare hands and massacre an entire army with the jawbone of a donkey as his only weapon, Samson is a Biblical hero of epic proportions. This gripping account of Samson's rise from a boy called by God to a fierce fighter set on avenging injustice will transport you into the fray of this page-turning adventure.
The ability to persuade, particularly in a public setting, is the single greatest skill you can develop to accomplish your dreams. Many people, however, lack the skills, insight, and confidence as a public speaker, including trainers, teachers, and even preachers. There are many ways to improve public speaking abilities, but in this compelling book, popular speaker Dr. Charles Stone offers a new approach, a way to move past your limitations and become a more confident speaker and stellar persuaded. Stone blends the latest neuroscience research on communication and learning with how Jesus, the Master Teacher, persuaded his audiences. It's a revolutionary new method capturing the attention of speakers who want to lift their skills to the next level. Jesus was the most persuasive communicator in history. This book shows you how to craft and deliver your messages using the same neuroscience principles he practiced. You'll discover how to: - Begin with the end in mind - Pique interest - Create connection - Free up working memory - Stimulate long-term memory - Engage the heart - Cultivate confidence - Reinforce life application
Gripping romantic suspense, inspired by the classic story of Jane Eyre... Jillian Dare yearns to belong. Orphaned as a child and shuffled from one foster family to another, she eagerly leaves her past behind and embarks on a new life as a nanny for the daughter of mysterious billionaire mogul Ethan Remington. Enthralled by the beauty of the countryside estate and her delightful young charge, Jillian finds herself increasingly drawn to her handsome and brooding employer. As her forbidden attraction to Ethan grows, Jillian is torn between his tender attentions and his guarded allusions to a dreadful secret. A visit to the Remington family castle unfolds an ominous series of events that threatens to unravel the happiness Jillian has always desired. Will Jillian find love and belonging with Ethan Remington, or will his dark past destroy them both?
In this reflective and enlightening book, Pamela Sharp shares how the story of God's vineyards is a true love story for His people, and the wine that results is a sign of His rich blessings. Using her own unique experiences living on a family vineyard in the rolling hills of Central Coast California, Pamela takes you on an extraordinary journey through the ebb and flow of the life of the grapevine. She invites us into her personal experience of discovering Jesus in the viticultural process, from planting to harvesting and ultimately making wine and enjoying the fruits of this labor. Vineyards and wine play a significant role in our Christian heritage from ancient beginnings to the modern-day, and in this book, you'll journey with Pamela as she shares how through wine she came to know God in a deeper, more intimate way. You'll learn more about yourself, God, and the joy of a good glass of wine!
Martha''s tumultuous relationship with food started early. She started dieting at age 9 after bullies taunted her with names like "Big Bertha." Her on-again, off-again diets didn''t work, and as Martha''s weight and self-image deteriorated, cycles of depression and anxiety plagued her relationships. Finally, in a desperate act of self-improvement, Martha discovered how to repair and heal the deeper reasons behind her unhealthy relationship with food. Losing more than 100 pounds, permanently, Martha learned from her own failures and mistakes, losing weight while gaining a healthy and positive purpose. Today she uses her mess as her message and coaches others to overcome their unhealthy attitudes and behaviors toward food. Creator of the digital weight-loss company, #beMarthaFit, Martha teaches others how fixing your food can fix your life. ΓÇó Identify unhealthy attitudes toward food ΓÇó Discover underlying causes of food dependence ΓÇó Create strategies for your successful weight loss ΓÇó Manifest who you were meant to be
When Jimmy Hinton''s sister confided in him that their own father had sexually abused her, Jimmy was both dismayed and spurred into action. His father, a respected minister in the community, was a predator who used his role behind the pulpit to secretly molest and abuse countless victims. Turning his father over to the police, Jimmy became a tireless advocate and voice for the victims. His pursuit of justice would eventually result in his father''s confession and subsequent conviction.Haunted by the discovery of his father''s grotesque acts against children, Jimmy, also a pastor, worked to restore the very church where his dad had perpetrated such sickening acts. He was determined to protect others and nurture an environment of healing in the aftermath of abuse. Today he relentlessly studies and exposes the deception techniques that predators like his father used to molest, harm, abuse, and terrorize children. The Devil Inside is, hands down, the absolute must-read for every seminarian, seminary instructor, and church leader and volunteer out there...Hinton addresses head-on theological problems of redemption and forgiveness and care for others exactly as Jesus would have him do. He cares deeply for the abused and wounded, makes space for the truly repentant, and offers a chilling description of the wolf in sheep''s clothing. --Christine Fox Paker, MA, MACM, President/Executive Director, PorchSwing Ministries, Inc.In his book, The Devil Inside, Jimmy pulls no punches. He lays bare his soul and puts in black & white precisely why we should and how we can better defend children from sexual predators.--Dave Pittman, Executive Director, Together We HealChild Safeguarding Trainer, GRACEI recommend this compelling story of a minister''s family forced to make a painful choice - protect their father or protect children from their father? --Abbie Fitzgerald Schaub, storyteller in "The Keepers" documentary The Devil Inside serves as a wake-up call for the church and seminaries - understanding abuse, how it happens, and prevention must be an integral thread in the church''s fabric...This book is a must for every pastor, ministry leader, and seminary student.--Joe Harvey-Hall, KeepSAfe Director, The Salvation ArmyJimmy writes about what he knows. And what he writes, you need to know for it may save those you love. Had I had this information years ago, my own family might have been spared the horror that destroyed us. This is a book that needs to be read by church leaders and church members alike!--Les Ferguson Jr., Minister and author of Still Wrestling: Faith Renewed Through Brokenness
Even as our dreams take flight, where do butterflies go at night?"When you peel the mysterious layers of Autism back, it reveals wonderful and beautiful gifts. For it is there, where I found my daughter, Jessica," says author Douglas Dietrichson. Dietrichson brings his daughter Jessica's pictures and perspective to life in this delightful book.
"This is the poignant and triumphant story of Terrence K. Williams, who was born into nothing; neglected, starved, abused, and beaten, a product of the foster home system. He grew up without a table to sit at, let alone food to eat, yet today is endeared by millions of fans and followers...and welcomed at the White House! A heart-wrenching yet ultimately victorious story, you'll cry and laugh as you experience his life through Terrence's eyes. With the odds stacked against him, Terrence believed that a hard life is still a valuable life. He let his deprived upbringing shape him, not destroy him. Surrounded by a victim hood mentality, he pushed himself to reject the acceptance that his life would never be better. Today he's a popular voice for common-sense and a defender of freedom. This is the story of being let down by a system but not letting yourself down. If you're facing challenges and obstacles that seem insurmountable, Terrence's story will inspire and motivate you to find opportunities to grow in whatever situation you face. You'll discover how you can join Terrence as a part of the American Dream!"--Back cover.
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