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Looking through the eyes of a colt born crippled in a herd of wild horses, children can learn valuable life lessons, while the colt learns them too. Stumble did not understand what he felt was his mother's over-protection until it saved his life during a very frightening time. Through the eyes of others, he learned to see that there was much more to him than his disability. I can never remember a time I did not love horses. My mother told me, "We really had to watch you when you were little; you would have gone with anyone who promised you a horse." One of Daddy's cousins was a rancher named Mel. Of all his cousins, Mel was my favorite, because he had cattle and horses. I married a Colorado cowboy, and we had a small horse ranch. Having those horses up close and personal only made me love them more. They are beautiful on the outside, and on the inside, they are loving, loyal, and smart. They communicate very well when one takes the time to understand. My son, Coleman Walker, and daughter, Twyla Collins, are amazing trainers and riding instructors. I dedicate this story to them.

Steve Gregg lo dijo de la mejor manera cuando escribió "Aparte del Reino, nada existe que de un significado trascendente a la historia del mundo y a los esfuerzos humanos". Sin embargo, muy pocos se toman el tiempo para entender las ideas bíblicas que se exponen tan profundamente en este libro. En cada página, el autor trae una profunda visión, convicción y claridad acerca de lo que significa la obra del Reino de Dios. Él me recordó el profundo privilegio que es ser parte activa de este Reino eterno, ¡y por eso estaré eternamente agradecido! -Dr. Leighton Flowers, Doctorado en Ministerio, Director de Evangelismo y Apologética para Bautistas de Texas, Profesor de Teología en el Trinity Theological Seminary, Evansville, IN

How would it feel to know you have finally been 'chosen' out from so many others in becoming what you always wanted to be? Singled out, not by luck, trickery, or rite of passage, but by your own faith and belief in yourself that you were the best and would one day stand out from all the rest. Throughout history, to be 'chosen' has been applauded and rewarded. Even other species of life have received notoriety when their opportunity came to be noticed. So how would a tree feel to be 'chosen' as a Christmas tree? To become a joyful symbol of the most celebrated time of the year. In this enchanting and inspirational tale for readers of all ages 'Christmas for a tree, ' authored by Andrew O. Jackson helps readers discover through imagination how a tree would feel to receive the most supreme honor imaginable in becoming a Christmas Tree. Christmas season is the most blessed time of year to be thankful, and for one Christmas tree that time had come. The time to give and receive. The time to belong and believe. The time to know and understand that all things, great and small, are made possible in the sight of God, and by his hand. Andrew O. Jackson was born in Birmingham Alabama and raised in Brooklyn NY. He graduated from Franklin K. Lane high school. After graduation, he took classes in journalism in Manhattan. Following that, he decided to enlist in the United States Marine Corps.When Andrew left the marines he returned to New York and worked as a New York City transit bus operator. The freedom and excitement of meeting people of all backgrounds and ages further expanded his imagination and desires to put pen to paper on a variety of literary topics. Poetry; Fables; novels, short stories, and religious themes etc. He has not attempted to publicly publish any of this literature until now.'Christmas for a Tree' ...just imagine if you will? A Christmas tree. Your Christmas tree, telling its own story... just imagine?

Baptism and faith received in Christ forever seal, bind, and enslave the sinner to God and his righteousness. The slave to God has been forgiven of all sin, declared righteous and free from enslavement to sin on account of Christ. Those joyfully bound to God in Christ are responsive instruments of righteousness for now and forever. Born and Baptized in 1980 in the Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Watauga, Ft. Worth, TX. I lived in Springfield, MO from childhood to adulthood. Met my wonderful wife and raised three wonderful children together there. I love to read the Bible and spend time with family, especially, in God's Word together. I enjoy deer hunting and crappie fishing with my dad, listening to metal music, learning and singing Hymns, and playing guitar. Pursued pastoral training in 2013 at the age of 33 after sobering up from a 21-year addiction to drugs and alcohol. My endeavor to seminary thus began, to learn and grow to preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Earned a BS in Biblical Theology in 2018 at Liberty University, a MA in Theology at Concordia Irvine in 2022, and currently enrolled as an MDiv student at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. MO.

Avery is a young Christian woman who is devoted to loving the Lord. One day, when her mother gets in an accident and accused of a horrible crime, Avery must rely on her senses and guidance from God to prove her innocence along the way she grows in more ways than she thought she could, finding friendship, love, and strengthening her bond with God. Elisha White is 20 years old. She got saved in January 2023. She loves to read her bible, play video games, and read Christian books. Elisha loves her family, even when we don't see eye to eye. Her favorite bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11. Elisha does bible studies every day. She has a TikTok where she makes Christian content: @elishawhite358.

This book reflects a careful look at traditional Christian understanding of sexuality. I have critiqued the arguments used by liberals to change traditional Christian understanding. This book proves that Christian morality can be defended by scripture, science, and reason. I dedicate this book to Christians who are being bullied by the world. Rev. Roger Glover has a BA in political science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a Masters in Theology from Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University. He has served on the board of the North East Arkansas Council on Family Violence for 8 years. He is presently a member of the Board of Directors for the Joshua House, which is a recovery ministry for men recovering from life-controlling issues. He has served for 53 years as a United Methodist Minister, presently pastoring the Redfield UMC. He and his wife, Louise, have been married for 60 years and serve as a team in ministry. They have 2 daughters, a son-in-law, and 2 grandchildren.

A paralyzed young woman goes on the adventure of a lifetime when she seeks to follow in her father's footsteps and become a missionary. The problem is that she's a woman, and she is paralyzed. Will she succeed and accomplish her calling by pushing through and keeping her eyes of Jesus? Or will situations arise at home that require to forfeit her dream? Find out in this heartwarming story! Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, writing came naturally to Christal Kahles at a young age. Being a child, her hobbies were to write a story rather than to play in the grass with the other children. Finally, when Christal was 12 years of age, she began work on her first "real" book, but she never imagined that this book was only the start of her calling. Realizing she had a gift of writing, she began entering poems in writing competitions, and has gone on to write screenplays and short stories as well. Of course, she credits of all what has to the glory of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

During a very painful period in my life and dealing with the loss of a loved one, the Lord asked me this simple question." Who are you when the things that once defined you are no longer a part of you." I honestly did not know and in my attempt to answer, it took me on a journey of self-discovery and the realization of who God created me to be. In my quest to understand who I was I invited the persons in my inner circle on this journey as well so, as I did with them allow me to invite you on this adventure to self-discovery and fulfillment in finding your APP! Gidget Lightbourne was born in Nassau Bahamas, she has been married to Prophet Jeff Lightbourne for 35 years. They have three beautiful daughters and three wonderful grandchildren. "Madame President" as she is affectionately known was ordained a Pastor in 2006 and has held many positions within the Gospel Ministry. Presently she is the Women's Ministry President and this position has afforded her the opportunity to minister and help countless women to find their purpose and the fulfillment of the call on their lives. Pastor Lightbourne's mantra is "All is well" because she firmly believes that if God is in it, all shall be well.

Born in 1940, at the end of the Great Depression and the beginning of WW II, the author grew up in a hard-scrabble environment that was influenced by the lasting effects of those two events. In this book, she shares the story of a hard life that was eased by the love and wisdom of her mother, who was in turn influenced by those qualities in her mother and mother-in-law. In the midst of their want, the author and her siblings found love, joy and happiness, growing up poor. Born in the mountains of Western Maryland, number seven in a family of ten living siblings, Loretta contracted spinal meningitis while still a baby. With love, care and prayer she survived, but was a quieter, more reserved member of her family. An early interest in writing was spurred by membership in a local writer's group, but a growing family, and work, put that on the back burner until she retired. Influenced by reading memoirs of other authors who grew up at the same time, she decided to try her hand again. Guest writing a column for the local newspaper, under the aegis of editorial editor James Goldsworthy, gave her the foundation and the motivation to write this book.

When Life Happens is a summary of the author's life, and a testimony of how God directed every step, even before she was aware of His works. Each experience she shares within the chronology of her life holds a valuable lesson related to life on Earth and its purpose. The author manages to speak to difficult topics and her disappointments while extending God's grace and mercy. She encourages readers to accept the messiness of their lives and move forward, using each trial as a stepping stone. Marisol Martinez was born in the Dominican Republic and lived in New York City when her family migrated to the United States when she was 12 years old. She grew up, like many of us, in an emotionally dysfunctional family, but she was always hopeful of forming her own family where she would be able to focus on not repeating history. As an entrepreneur, she possesses a variety of skills and experiences, among them, pastoral ministry, church planting, parent/school liaison, real estate agent, interpreter, wife, and homemaker. However, her greatest triumph was raising three children who today are a great asset to society. Her inspiration to write this book was born from the reality that most of us hide much of our story that should be shared, and in doing so, encourage each other to move forward; because life happens to all of us. By sharing part of her life, Marisol makes herself known to those closest to her, in anticipation that her story will bring hope to every reader.

It was another hot summer in the State of Texas and new opportunities brewed in the air. She was a young Hispanic single mother with nothing but hunger for success running through her veins. On a deep internal lead, she applied to be a Police Officer and the turn of events that followed, seemed as though they had been written for her a long time ago. This new experience brought her life full circle, explaining to her why she had been through so much trauma, abuse and neglect. It showed her who she was meant to be and why. Because of her personal experiences, abuse and trauma, there was nothing she couldn't face or attempt. It opened new doors of opportunities and brought her the success she had both longed for and been hungry for in her life. Now more than ever she faced every new obstacle and challenge without fear or hesitation as there was no stopping her dreams of a better life for both her son and her. Barbara is a new and upcoming author who loves to write nonfictional books based on her life's Journey, experiences and achievements. She was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Germany. She learned three languages and became very versatile when it came to adapting to new situations. She attended College in New York and completed her Psychology Degree. With this very vital piece of education, she decided to blend all her accomplishments and skills all into once career and moved to Texas, where her career really blossomed as a Police Officer. This career brought forth other opportunities to grow allowing her to become a certified Physical Fitness instructor and Life Coach. After 16 years of Law Enforcement, she decided to turn her attention to her first passions, Writing and Nursing, where she now hopes to encourage those who need it, (especially her sons), by sharing her life changing experiences and all the secrets to her healing, growth and success.

TJ Rupert got away with everything. The baby of the family, TJ loved to teeter on the edge, always taking risks, but always forgiven. Some would say he was the complete opposite of his brother, Austin, a straight-laced secret service agent who was willing to die protecting the president. No one could have guessed that it would take millions of people disappearing in the blink of an eye from the surface of the earth to bring them together. As the world erupts into chaos and confusion, Prince Joshua Bay, a charming political leader, makes his entrance as the savior no one knew they needed. His promise to rescue humanity gains him love and notoriety from a society desperate for security, but in the shadows, his work feeds a questionable and ominous movement. TJ and Austin travel down diametrically opposed paths in their search for truth about this mysterious prince. Both witness first hand the actions of this charismatic leader, but only one is hypnotically drawn to the demonic forces at work behind the scenes. In The Last Chance by Cheryl Thomas, the brothers' discovery of an extraterrestrial power thrusts them into a celestial war of biblical proportions, forcing them to make the destiny-defining choice between good and evil. But, what is genuinely good? What is actually evil? This is the last chance mankind will have to escape the coming destruction. The brothers must figure out a way to discern the truth; the fate of humanity depends on it. Cheryl has been writing all of her life, winning awards while still in high school. Her first novel, The Olive Tree, was published in 2005. In 2021, Cheryl won a national writing contest sponsored by Xulon Press and, as a result, her second novel, The Last One, was published. The Last Chance is her third novel, the second in a three-book series. In her free time, Cheryl enjoys crafting, baking, reading, and playing with her five grandchildren. Cheryl enjoys using her imagination to bring both real and fictional characters to life and gives readers a new perspective about people and events they may have taken for granted in the past.

Forged in His Fire is a guide on how to have a personal and intimate relationship with our Father, Jesus Christ, and His Holy Spirit. God is looking for an end-time army who will step up and fight the good fight, not only by teaching the gospel, but by being the gospel. To walk in freedom and allow Him to forge you in His fire, you will need consistency in your relationship with Him. To answer His call to action and stand strong in the Lord, you must be equipped, and be ready to fight. To accomplish this, you will need fortitude, discipline, endurance, determination, and the mindset you must not give up, no matter how hard it gets. Life does not get easier, you only become stronger as you dedicate quality time to be with Him. Our Father wants to meet you where you're at, take your hand, and walk you through to the truth. He will help you face what you need to face and show you how to not waste even one single day in bondage. "Solitude with God repairs the damage done by the fret and noise and clammer of the world." - Oswald Chambers "Creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God." (Romans 8:21 ESV) The question is: Are you ready to be Forged in His Fire? Natasha is a writer and has a ministry called "Forged in His Fire Ministries." She enjoys hiking, reading, and writing when she is not with her family. She is the mother of two precious daughters, who inspired her to pick up her cross and walk out an obedient life. FIHFMinistries@mail.com

Inspired by stories of evangelists who were part of the Protestant missionary movement of the nineteenth century, eight classmates from Union Theological Seminary applied to the American Board of Commissioners of Foreign Missions (ABCFM) to accomplish missionary work abroad. Joseph Cochran, John Dulles, Edward Dodd, George Coan, Dwight Marsh, Justin Parsons, George Dunmore, and Samuel Rhea became the inner circle known as the brothers of the red velvet chapeaux and traveled to India, Asia Minor, and Persia to help spread the Word of God. Author Kathryn McLane, the great-great granddaughter of Samuel Rhea, serves as the ghostwriter of a "fictionalized collective memoir" that shares the missionary lives of these young men and their self-denying labors in foreign lands. Their stories describe the perils they faced, such as marauding Kurds and Arabs, severe weather, disease, and persecution by the leaders of other religious sects as well as the strength they derived from their religious devotion and camaraderie. As the author was drawn to and fascinated by the stories of these missionaries told through letters and reports published and archived in journals of the ABCFM (during a period spanning half a century from 1840 to 1890), so, too, will readers be drawn to the determined faith and endurance these men showed as they faced various struggles to ensure their missionary work reached those who needed it. To carry on the legacy of these brave men of God, prepare to be transported back in time as "fictionalized" dialogue brings to life the true documented events and stories in Brothers of the Red Velvet Chapeaux.

About the Book This is a practical scriptural guide to understanding and following God's plan for every area of your life. Written for Bible-believing Christians to help them overcome the challenges that religious dogmas and traditions pose when accessing God's will. Discover: How to renew your mind so you can hear God's voice How to apply God's will to your marriage, career, and finances How to stick with God's will in difficult times How to discern God's will through dreams, visions, and the counsel of others Know the place of prayer, fasting and counselling in executing the will. How time factor plays out in the fulfillment of God's will. And much more! About the author Dr John Emilimor retired from clinical practice into full time ministry following a divine call in 1995. He has since been engaged in a global apostolic and prophetic teaching ministry with diverse gifts of the Holy Spirit. He founded Dominion Christian Assembly in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USÁ and later moved to Texas to focus on a trans-denominational ministry. An author, revivalist, counsellor and conference speaker dedicated to leadership and youth development.

This personal memoir was written to encourage others, especially women to write their stories regardless of family and personal conflicts. I desire the audience to know these conflicts are not coincidental but divinely orchestrated by God. Rev. Frances Olivia Campbell was born in Port Chester, New York. She is retired from the Westchester County - Department of Social Services and is the sole proprietor of the RevHeRevShe Collection (RevHeRevShe.org). Her Aunt Marian planted the seed many years ago and inspired her to write this book. She is married to Rev. William L. Campbell, and they are parents to one son, Edwin, and two daughters, Barbara (Chris) and Tiana, and three grandchildren, Christian, Lauren, and Liana. Rev. Frances is an ordained deacon and elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Zion denomination. With the help of God, her commitment to perseverance, and her professional editor, Carla, this book is finally a reality.

Tragedy and loss are a normal part of our everyday lives, yet the darkness of certain situations keeps us from speaking about the painful truth of how these situations mark us. Those who have experienced tragedy and loss tend to keep the pain of their circumstances hidden due to fear of how others will react. Few people understand tragedy and loss until they have acutely felt the effects, and this book will help to shine some light on what others experience while trying to navigate the tumultuous waters of grief. Grief Speaks... is about the raw and real pain of grief and tragedy. Pastor Chrissy Kidd is an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene and a contingent chaplain at a local hospital. She is also part of the pastoral staff at Together Ministries Nazarene Church located in Thornville, Ohio. She currently preaches bi-weekly and has traveled to speak at local churches and grief groups. After the tragic accident and death of her husband, Jeremy, she has become a widow and single mom of two beautiful children, Lauren and Eli, and is now an advocate for anyone who is experiencing loss and grief.

"Seasons of Life" is a book that features inspiration, scriptures, recipes, and poems to help you navigate through the different phases of life. The book reflects the love that Jesus has for us, regardless of whether we are going through good or bad situations, joy or pain. The common thread throughout the book is that Jesus will always be there for us. I hope you enjoyed reading this book and that you will learn to cherish every season in your life, knowing that the Lord is always with you. Remember, nothing can separate from the love of God! 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? 36 As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. 37 Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. 38 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, 39 Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Roman 8:35-39 (KJV) Charlyn J. Battle is a devoted wife, mother, and faithful believer. With over 28 years of experience as a Human Resources professional, she has developed a passion for helping people achieve their best and promoting their well-being. Charlyn cherishes the small things in life, like the warm embrace of her children, and finds joy in inspiring and encouraging others. In her free time, she enjoys cooking Southern cuisine with a gourmet twist. Family is everything to Charlyn, and she believes in treasuring every moment spent with loved ones. Although her life may be complicated, Charlyn remains a compassionate and forgiving person who strives to see the good in every situation. She has a weakness for fresh flowers and great deals on footwear.

The nation of Liberia has a rich and deep history that represents its strength and perseverance, as it has dealt with severe corruption since its birth. Liberia's political state has been shifted several times, and 1988 marked the beginning of a civil war that would cost the lives of hundreds of thousands and misplace millions of citizens. In Liberia A Cross Between Crime and Punishment, Saah Foday Kanda illuminates the political and social chaos that ensued in Liberia from the 80s until now. He informs readers about the people and events that either helped build or tried to destroy Liberia, the important dates that mark the beginning of various conflicts, and the aftermath and rebuilding period for this country. He details the strategies of the rebellion and how he was imprisoned by the rebels himself as a refugee, witnessing terrible atrocities and constantly fighting for harmony and peace in a hostile environment. As someone who has experienced the disorder of Liberia firsthand, Saah Foday Kanda understands the imperativeness of sharing the realities of the civil war that took place there. Misinformation and hearsay spread quickly, so Saah knew his voice and eye-witness accounts had to be heard to provide accurate and reliable information on how his nation endured through its suffering and still stands tall in the face of adversity. Saah Foday Kanda has an extensive educational and leadership background, earning a graduate degree in general public administration from Capella University and pursuing two undergraduate degrees at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He has been involved with many organizations that strive for impactful social, political, and economic changes. He strives to continue to make the world a better and happier place for all.

Thank you for exploring the exciting world of Cayman's heroes and symbols with us! In this coloring book, you explored the fascinating symbols and brave individuals that make our beautiful islands special. We hope that as you have colored the pages of this book and engaged in the activities, you will remember the stories and meanings behind these heroes and symbols. We hope that your imagination soared as you brought these symbols to life with your favorite colors. And most importantly, you had fun and enjoyed the journey through Cayman's rich culture and heritage! Pastor Christopher C. Murray is a dynamic and compassionate figure known for his profound impact in youth advocacy, counselling, and mentorship. With an unwavering commitment to helping others, he has become a guiding light for countless individuals seeking solace, and growth. He has touched the lives of many through his sermons, teachings, and care for others. His ability to connect with people has earned him a reputation as a beacon of compassion and understanding. Pastor Christopher Murray is the founder of the Boys-to-Men Non-Profit in the Cayman Islands. Undoubtedly, he is an example of resilience and hope in the community. Dr. Richard Wildman is a dedicated Christian, educator, and mentor. His role as a mentor reflects his belief in the power of guidance and support. He willingly shares his wisdom and experience with others, for the betterment of their future. Dr. Wildman is a board member of the Boys-to-Men Non-Profit in the Cayman Islands. Dr. Wildman is deeply involved in his faith community, where he provides spiritual guidance. Above all, he treasures his family and prioritizes creating a nurturing and loving home environment. His life is a testament to his unwavering faith, passion for education, and commitment to his family.

In this profound exploration of human spirituality, the book embarks on a captivating journey across diverse belief systems, ranging from ancient traditions to contemporary ideologies. It meticulously unveils the rich tapestry of religious and spiritual landscapes, celebrating the creativity, resilience, and diversity inherent in the human quest for meaning. The narrative navigates through major world religions, unconventional belief systems, and the foundational doctrines of Christianity, providing a comprehensive lens for evaluating their origins, longevity, relevance, predictive accuracy, and evidence of divine power. Through a comparative analysis, the book accentuates the strengths and limitations of each belief system, fostering understanding rather than judgment. Delving into the mystery, it unravels the shadows of the Old Testament and illuminates the radiant light of the New, inviting readers into a profound exploration of God's redemptive plan. The book concludes with an invitation for sincere seekers to embark on their own journey of discovery, embracing the beauty in diversity and the enduring pursuit of spiritual truths that resonate with the depths of the human spirit. Bisaso Julius, passionate advocate for education, Principal Academic at Kristo Purpose Ministries, Trained by American, European, and Ugandan missionaries, holds a bachelor's degree in education (History and Theological Studies) and is pursuing master's degrees in Christian Education and Counseling Psychology. A top graduate from African Bible University, Bisaso blends profound teaching skills with expository apologetics. His debut book, "The Secret of God," explores diverse belief systems through his 5-level criteria born from a personal journey navigating Catholicism, Islam, and mainstream Christianity. Join him on a transformative journey, unraveling spiritual mysteries and embracing the beauty of diversity. "The Secret of God" is an invitation to a lifelong exploration of faith.

In this contemporary world, we often fall into one of three job cultures: You either do as you are told, you are in the pursuit of self-employment, or you are not "needed" anymore due to technological advancements in the workplace. Millions of employment opportunities have been eliminated by mechanization, and many trade skill training initiatives have been diminished in favor of academia. Yet, the distinguishing factor between academics and training is now often overlooked and ignored, but no more. Nothing Will Work If You're Not Willing To by Melvin C. Pohlkotte introduces a nine-book series addressing the "workplace task skill-gap plight" of the unemployed and underemployed. Academia's reliance on memorization versus hands-on, structured, and progressive efficiency-based workplace training has left many feeling stuck in their careers or without a firm foundation to stand on. However, Pohlkotte asserts that it is not the individual skill gap that causes the lack of opportunity as much as the absence of human performance and task skill training. In this book, he focuses on the trade, job, and task-specific data; foundational and fundamental to any manufacturing workplace. Anchored to the US Department of Labor's O*Net standards, which are time-proven, evidence-based, and published for more than 13,000 specific job titles. Pohlkotte has crafted a training progression that has been perfected over his sixty-eight-year career, and now he offers it to you. The most prevalent pre-requisite for a job candidate today is the willingness to invest in time, effort, and attitudinal transformation regarding self-worth, self-will, and pride in personal performance, regardless of what others are doing. It's time to focus on attitude, self-discipline, and a personal willingness to sacrifice now for your future.

My life was under the influence of darkness, by the age of 24, l had already had 3 car accident, broken my arm and on my way to the grave. I was overweight, struggling with self-esteem and struggling with alcohol. If it was not for the prayers of my grandmother and mother l do not know if l would still be around. In this book l talk about my journey from darkness to light. My passion is that through my story you can be encouraged to rise above the challenges you face. I wish l can tell you it is easy or it was easy but that would be a lie. What l can tell you though is that light is more powerful than darkness and has a desire that you choose it. I did not journey from darkness to light through my own will power or strength, there were people such as my grandmother, mother and wife who helped me to be where l am. You also can be the light bearer to those in darkness. My name is Nkosilomusa, which means God is gracious. This is the name that my grandfather gave me after losing his only son who was fifteen years old. My grandfather instead of allowing grief to consume him, named me as praise to God after a tragedy. You will think with such a good name l was a saint, far from it. My teenage years like lots of teenagers were full of rebellion. I was nearly expelled from secondary school because of alcohol abuse. Alcohol was my escape from the trauma of losing my grandfather at a young age. Alcohol was soon introduced to marijuana and the rest is history.

Finally, in this exciting redefinition of baptism in the Spirit, Loren Caudill has produced a fascinating theology of Pentecost that is at once complex and compelling. Reaching into modern scholarship and his Pentecostal experience, the author lifts the veil on ultimate reality and its relationship to Spirit Baptism and to the heavenly places in Christ. For the first time in modern history definitions of New Testament terms like born again, new creation and yes even the term Christian are defined from within their original Pentecostal settings. The reader will sense a fresh wind of excitement as the traditional concepts of eternal life, the kingdom of God, water baptism, the mystery of Christ, the church, and of believers inheritance are scrutinized. Just as believers in mass have become fatigued of church as usual, The Messianic Matrix offers Pentecostals and Fundamentalists alike a new and biblical paradigm for life together in Christ. LOREN W. CAUDILL The author was born and raised rural Iowa. The most profound influences of his youth came from powerful teaching and expressions of the Holy Spirit that he experienced in Summer Bible camps. As a young adult he was trained in the Pentecostal tradition of the Foursquare Gospel. After studying at and graduating from colleges in the Foursquare organization he graduated from Trinity International University in Deerfield Illinois. He began his pastoral ministry in the Foursquare organization and has ministered for over 30 years in both Foursquare and non denominational churches. During the last decade he has dedicated himself to ministry in Ukraine as well as to the research and writing of this book. The concepts found in this work were birthed in the author s travail for an effective ministry in the kingdom of God. It ensued under his belief that a scholarly investigation of these concepts was an absolute necessity.

What is a woman? Although society's definition of a woman seems to change frequently, the Bible's depiction of God's design and plan for women has not altered since He created Eve. The biblical passages relating to the role of women must be the source of our description of a woman.The headship of man, which began at Eve's creation from Adam's rib as his helper, continues after the fall as God called to Adam in the Garden of Eden. The consequences for their sin were both spiritual and physical death. Conflict replaced harmony in their relationship. God created Eve and designed her with a special purpose. Our privilege as women is not to attempt to change what God has fashioned but to fulfill the blessings He has promised to women. A Delicate Strength will encourage women to identify themselves from Scripture rather than culture. Peggi Klubnik loves studying the Bible and teaching Bible studies. Her master's thesis from University of Houston-Clear Lake addressed childrearing in Proverbs. She holds a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. After teaching Bible studies, speaking at retreats, and teaching women's courses at College of Biblical Studies, she taught Bible college courses in Russia and Ukraine. Peggi has written Bible studies on The Role of Women, Ruth, Esther, Biblical Childrearing, and Proverbs 31. She hosted a radio talk show with her husband. Peggi has two sons and seven grandchildren. Her website is BiblicalResources.org.

Prophetic Redemption is a murder mystery delving into the world of good versus evil set within the guidelines of Ephesians 6:12: "For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places." Charlie is a legendary police officer who transfers from the Detroit Police Department to a small sheriff's department in northern Michigan where he meets a young apprentice officer named Paul. While on the trail of the person responsible for killing his wife and son, Charlie finds a renewed sense of spirit and purpose as he establishes a strong Christian bond with Paul and his family. When Charlie is murdered, Paul must deal with his own grief, and find a way to decipher the only two clues left behind. Through Scripture and prayer, Paul races against time to find the murderer before the murderer realizes the special gift Paul has been given to reverse the sequence of events set in motion. Paul finds out how powerful a single prayer from a fallen friend and faithful Christian can change the lives of many while experiencing an amazing turn of events when his own prayer is answered. This spine-tingling thriller will capture your attention from start to finish, weaving a story of suspense, adventure, mystery, spirituality, and life changing lessons. Graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science in Religion. I spent four years in the United States Air Force and retired from the United States Postal Service as a Postmaster. After watching "Passion of the Christ," I was inspired to write the completed version of "Prophetic Redemption." The goal of this book is threefold; provide entertainment to a world seeking to be captivated, sow the seeds for salvation throughout the storyline, and share the tenets of the Christian faith: love, grace, mercy, forgiveness, and compassion. What a world we would live in, if everyone simply lived in love, grace, mercy, forgiveness, and compassion. Even if the reader does not accept Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, living the true principles of the Christian faith could change the world. To get a personalized copy of the book, please go to www.propheticredemption.com. I pray this Christian murder mystery will cross many genres with positive world changing messages within the plot.

The road to healing is never straight and narrow; it is rocky and full of potholes and wrong turns. Time after time, we seem to encounter impossible situations that leave us questioning whether God is there for us. But the truth is, declining mental health is a spiritual battle declared by the Enemy, who forces us to focus on ourselves and our internal world, distracting us from the restoration power of our Heavenly Father. In Rick Rodgers's memoir, he journals countless hours of counseling, practicing proven therapies, and learning about his God-designed personality to foster wholeness and healing. God cannot continue His work in us without changing our hearts, and redirecting our focus. With God, we are never alone in our struggles, so when we are trying to make sense of life, we must let go of what we think life should be, shift our focus from inward to upward, and let our Father heal us within. Well, Let's Just See How the Day Goes, redirects our focus from self-centered to God-focused. Rick Rodgers is a person who has walked through severe mental health and suicidal ideation and attempts.Today, he is walking out his healing as a Certified Christian Mental Health and Certified Christian Life Coach. He operates a Non-Profit Outreach in Cleveland, Ohio, called L.I.F.T. Loving Individuals Forming Transformations. As a part of L.I.F.T, he has formed a Mental Health Ministry called Restoring Broken Vessels. A ministry helping Christians overcome mental, emotional struggles while equipping the church with ministry support and training. Rick's ability to work with various individuals and teams helping direct effective change within the Christian community. For more information on church ministry support or Christian coaching please contact Rick Rodgers at: rick@lift-cleveland.org

My novel, 22 Ways A Nonfiction Portrayal, is a completely true story of my life. Throughout the book, I re-live my lifetime of working 22 entirely different jobs. I wrote about encounters I faced working in each job. Some of the 22 jobs and professions include work in oil refineries, hospitals, nuclear pipe sales, retail stocker, day laborer, teacher, digital artist, and househusband to name a few. Situations present during the time of each job created great hilarity, and some great danger. Shared with the reader is a tremendous variety of education I learned from each. Presented are events and many personal interactions over those years, again each its own true story. Graciousness from the Lord in my adventurous life, I profess with my salvation and faith in Jesus Christ. Some incredible events never before told of myself become known. Welcome to reading about my unique education from working 22 diverse jobs. Also, enjoy the entirely true, entertaining adventures of my life. - Jim Padgett.

In a smoke-filled room in a seedy motel, Heidi Lonsberry cried out to Jesus to rescue her. The 31-year-old single mother on welfare, estranged from her mother and abandoned by her father, had a hard life. Addicted to the cocaine that was available down the hall, God heard her prayer and sent her friend Troy Ashford, a despairing and broken 44-year-old divorced man, to her motel to talk with her. Their lives were radically transformed in that room by the supernatural creativity and power of God. An angel named Witness shares the story with us about how Jesus reconciled both souls to Himself. The book, sprinkled with many prayers spoken by the characters, offers small groups, book clubs, classes, and ministries a virtual smorgasbord of timely discussion topics relevant to believer's walk with Jesus Christ."This book really makes you think about the power of God in people's lives." -Betsy Drew"A must read about the love and mercy of Jesus when one feelsall is hopeless and lost." -Toni Thorp"This book is full of real life challenges and shows how God loves and guides us thru the trials. Who doesn't love a redemption story?" -Holly Young Charles Wagner of Cape Ann, MA is the author of the two-volume series on prayer entitled Take Every Thought to Prayer. He is also the author of the Take Every Passage to Prayer series, of which Volume 2 - The Gospels and Volume 3 - Acts Through Revelation have been published. This book is his first Christian novel. When he is not writing, Charles serves the Lord through various ministries that are headquartered on his website Gramazin.com. A husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather, he is active in the PCA church he attends and is a mentor to a pastor in Bangladesh.

Originally from the Philippines, Myrna P. Tesoro came to the US to pursue an M.E. in Early Childhood Education from T C, Columbia University.in NYC. As a teacher, she infused passion and creativity into the school program. In 2019, she was the recipient of the Nina Brannen Award as an Outstanding Teacher of Young Children, by the Southern Arizona Association for the Education of Young Children (AEYC). Decades in the making, The Butterfly Tree, finally came forth, after a long period of writer's block. Challenged by author Adiba Nelson, her Muse-Come-Timely, to find her core, own her story and manifest her emotions. Myrna finally unraveled the wise and happy secret of writing from the heart. Myrna has traveled extensively in the US and Europe as an offshoot of her interest in the Humanities. She regularly posts The "Passionista" Next Door on FB, a blog sharing interactive Life Hacks. She is a widow with four grown - up children and five grandchildren. She lives in Tucson, AZ. Set in a fantasy garden, The Butterfly Tree is a retold tale on the theme, "Treat others how you want to be treated." Bored of perfection, 3 butterflies set off on a mischief and wreaked havoc to the meek and obedient creatures. And never got away with it! How they redeemed themselves is the heart-tugging lesson of The Butterfly Tree.A distinguished early childhood educator and advocate, Myrna P. Tesoro's passion for young children is inspiring. In her new book, The Butterfly Tree, that passion is transpired into the story of three beautiful butterflies who learn a powerful lesson about the importance of caring for those around us. Full of colorful prose, this story connects to children and adults alike and is sure to warm a reader's heart.Amy M. Baum, Regional Director at First Things First, Southern Arizona, U.S.A.