Böcker av Dennis McIntyre

Taking care of children may be a full time job for most mothers, but it does not pay the bills. Often, mothers have to work to support a family's household needs. This is especially true for single moms, which children do not understand. This book is for them.

Commemorating the life of a WWII veteran, "Legacy of Love" was initially written about LaVerne McIntyre, author Dennis McIntyre's father. The horror seen at Normandy and two purple hearts left him returning with only one dream and a life of normalcy. That dream was fulfilled when he married Rae Wyland, who bore him three sons. Suddenly, tragedy struck and his life was turned upside down Perseverance and love triumphed. Dennis also added the legacy of his beloved wife of thirty eight years.

History is a great teacher. We learn from our mistakes, our failures, and our successes. For those who believe that the Bible records the history of mankind, it is full of lessons for the world to use to correct undesirable behavior. Genesis chapter eleven records the events surrounding the building of a tower in what is called Babylon today. It was to be a monument for the people doing the work. God commended their zealousness, but was left out. As a result, He confused their language, the building ceased, and we can learn much from the story.

The Corner Café represents years of joy, hope, encouragement, laughter, friendships, and fellowship. Peter's daily routine visits lead to a tremendous revelation on his last day. What began, as a new location for morning coffee nearly twenty years earlier, became a habit that was orchestrated by spiritual guidance.

"Coffee Shop Ministries" represents about twenty-five short stories about every day people often over a cup of tea or coffee. The encounters were mostly strangers, whose lives were changed or their stories deeply affected this author to write about them. Readers often commented on the writings with words that implied the meetings were not accidental. Many referred to them as divine appointments. Several stories followed as a result of the readers sharing their lives with this author to capture as well. This author desires for the world to know that we are not alone in our journey, especially spiritually. As many of the people in these stories have been encouraged, it is this author's hope that many more can also benefit by reading them. The characters in the stories are real people with hope restored, joy uplifted, and lives changed for the better.Coffee Shop Ministries represent short stories about everyday encounters with people while sharing a cup of tea or coffee. The question that is raised, however, is "Were these accidental meetings or divine appointments?" Dennis felt led to capture these accounts and share them with the world. Some examples of responses to stories in the book are: "Thank you for your gift of sharing God's love through your writings... especially for allowing me to sip tea at your "Coffee Shop Cafe". Just reading about the encounters added light to many dismal days. Oh, how I long for your coffee shop fellowship during these times." Isileen Webb (Florida) "I really love this book! I think you have done a great job. The only thing Joe and I didn't really care for were the names you gave us, Jane & Dick. Please feel free to use our real names we do not mind at all!" Joe and Debby (Alabama) Note: This couple's story is the chapter titled "The Young Couple."

Free to Serve is Jake Wilson's continued saga. In "Freedom's Journey" Jake was reunited with his son, Brandon, whom he abandoned as a young father. Brandon felt a call to a special ministry that would involve his father and the farm, where they lived. Together, they learn how God had stayed close throughout their years of separation and now has a plan for them to serve Him. God is in the business of seeking people willing to do His work. Jake and Brandon learn to trust and obey God's calling.

When Jake was four years old, his life turned upside-down. One morning he woke up to his mother saying, Your daddy does not live here anymore. At the time, she was pregnant, and they needed money. Suddenly Jake was the man of the house, and he never saw his real dad again. His mother remarried, but it wasn't the same. The damage had been done, and Jake's path to destruction began.As he grows, he tries to fill the emptiness of abandonment with drugs, violence, and troubled relationships. Of course, his efforts failed, which only pushed him further toward a life of crime. Eventually, Jake goes too far, and he ends up behind bars. He has hit rock bottom, and there is no hope for recovery or redemption. But then he meets someone who changes all that and tells him about someone who is willing to forgive.Shackled yet Free is a perilous journey into the life of a man who faces obstacles from the get-go. Unable to recover from the pain of his past, his life is almost ruined until he finds God. Jake never knew there was someone who would love him unconditionally and heal old wounds. No longer imprisoned by previous pain, Jake might be able to get his life back and find love, family, and absolution.