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My approach to the troubles I faced in life was to try and drink them away. I was only four years old the first time I got drunk on homemade wine. That first abuse of alcohol was the beginning of a life plagued with emotional and physical pain, broken relationships, and feelings of insecurity. By the time I was in my mid-twenties, this high school dropout had tried just about every kind of booze and drugs as a full-blown alcoholic and drug addict. At the lowest point in my life, I had almost given up on the possibility of ever achieving happiness in life, but God sent a heavenly angel to guide me back to the road that leads to eternal joy. That angel was in the form of a stranger who saw me as someone who needed help, and he began to minister to me and helped me to see that there was more to life than alcohol and drugs. At the age of forty-eight, I found a better way to deal with life's challenges. I found Jesus and committed my life to him.This book is the account of how a fearful, shy, and timid little boy turned to God to break away from the chains of fear, addiction, and unlawful living that held him captive for over four decades. The Scriptures tell us in Proverbs 3:5-6 to: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In everything acknowledge him and he will direct your path." This Scripture became my guide for living. This book is a reminder for anyone who may have forgotten, or has never known about the wonderful promises that God makes to all who believe in him. God's way is always the better way.

Jesus finished describing the events which would precede the end of the age, and signify his return. He then told his disciples, "Truly I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place" (Matthew 24:34). What if Jesus really meant what he said? Now an exciting new discovery sheds light on this ancient mystery, and the whole story is told in this book:The day was dawning on the second Sunday of December, 131 C.E. For many, this would be their last day in Jerusalem; by sunset, not one of these would remain. During the night, alarming news had come to their attention: The Roman emperor Hadrian had kept his promise, and the huge statue of Jupiter was now standing upon the site of the former Jewish Temple. Meanwhile, outside the Holy City, the Jews were gathering to finalize their plans for a revolt against their Roman oppressors. Hadrian had gone too far. Soon the nation of Israel would rise up under the command of Shime'on ben Kosiba, known as Bar Kochba, "Son of the Star." He was rumored to possess superhuman strength and supernatural abilities, and was hailed by many as the long-awaited Messiah. On one side of this conflict was the fearsome might of the Roman Empire, a vast, disciplined army led by the Emperor himself. On the other side was the small nation of Israel, whose leaders included the ancient and charismatic rabbi Akiba ben Joseph. He was the religious leader of the Jews and famed Kabbalistic master, a man of such miraculous powers as to call fire down from heaven. Caught in the middle was the new sect known as the Nazarenes, or Jewish Christians, who interpreted these recent events as a fulfillment of Jesus' prophecies predicting the "end of the age". And one man was there to see it all - from the very beginning to its tragic conclusion, and to record these events for posterity: Flavius Boadicus, also known as Gaelbyrth Macus Aldynn, the Bard of Pendragon.

A personal account of real-life experiences lived through as best as possible at that time. This ultimately led later in life to many questions for an explanation to bring more clarity about herself. More is always revealed as the journey continues, which generates very deep and insightful thoughts about life issues.Are these spiritual experiences? Maybe. Or maybe not.

Written in a simple but practical way, 'Caring for Your Single Baby with Confidence' is bound to eradicate the fears and anxieties that expecting parents face when thinking of the awesome responsibility of caring for a newborn. Joyce Palmer has seen the need to make more information available to parents of newborns. She has witnessed firsthand the struggles that many parents of newborns face, after bringing their baby home from the hospital, as they try to adjust to their new lives. 'Caring for your Single Baby with Confidence' is a must read in anticipation of a newborn. The tips covered in the book include: setting up your nursery; choosing and training caregivers, choosing the right car seats for your baby and learning to install them; packing for and coming home from the hospital; handling your newborn; feeding your baby, do's and don'ts; breastfeeding; formula feeding or both; washing and sterilizing bottles; burping babies; bathing and dressing your baby; getting your baby ready for bed; recognizing allergic reactions; caring for the new mom both mentally and physically; your baby's development; taking your baby to his/her first visit to the doctor; and answers to some common questions that moms of newborns have. The information presented, in this book, in simple everyday language will take away some of the doubts that plague new parents. By embracing these tips new parents can look forward to the task with great anticipation and enjoy parenting.

Our desire as you read Miracles Are for Those Who Can is that you learn by our example to believe what you hear Jesus/Yeshua, by the Holy Spirit/Ruach Hakodesh, is asking you to do so that your hope and faith increase into truly trusting. Then in that believing and serving, your colaboring with the Lord Jesus bears abundant fruit. How will you know what you hear and respond to is of the Lord? Signs and wonders follow! (Mark 16:16-17 and 20; 2 Cor. 12:12; John 2:5-11) As you read on in this book, you will be brought to discover many ways God speaks to us by the Holy Spirit and the outcomes rendered for our hearing and doing as He asks. The whole point of this book is to increase your faith and trust that you are hearing the Holy Spirit convey the Words of God to you-thus, enabling you to step out in faith/trust to see Him accomplish what you did.

Are you a faith runner? What level of faith are you operating at? Do you find yourself operating outside of faith at times? Will you be able to finish your spiritual race?Faith Runners looks into living the life of faith through the book of Hebrews chapter 11. With deliberate examination of the Scriptures, this book will allow you to do the following:• Discover the purpose and strengths of living a life of faith. • Understand your different levels of faith and the importance of each level.• Be strengthened to maneuver through the vicissitudes of life with various types of faiths.• Examine how the saints of old achieved the impossible working with their faith level.• Identify the pitfalls of operation without faith.• Equip yourself for the marathon race of your spiritual life. Faith Runners examines the faiths of the Old Testament heroes of faith and empowers the reader through understanding and insight concerning the various levels of faith and how they help us achieve God's possible. Doubt and defeat are cast aside with faith, faith that is God tested and approved. Like the strong, fast, long-distance Kenyan runners who train in their surroundings, you too will be able to run the race of faith regardless of the terrains or adversities of this earthly life. Faith Runners will build your spiritual muscles so that you can run the race of life and cross the finish line with bold confidence in the race you have run. May you be heard shouting in victory as you cross your finish line, "I finished my course! I kept the faith!"

The story begins with a news flash that a Gambler's Special Turnaround bus has careened off the freeway in a dust storm on its return trip from Las Vegas to Southern California. Several passengers are killed, and one Grace Partain is missing in the desert. Grace is a forty-year-old school teacher who is struggling with anxiety and a workaholic husband who doesn't have time for her. Her husband Philip is a real estate mogul whose only concern is the next big deal. They have no children and their life together is empty.Grace isn't a gambler, but she hops on the Gambler's Special in an effort to escape reality for twenty-four hours so she can decide what to do about her marriage.Through an unexpected tragedy, Grace is faced with a decision that will change the course of her life, her name, and put her in great danger. Law enforcement, private investigators, a pastor, a bar maid, an old woman, and two greasy tow truck drivers become part of Grace's Turnaround story. There is deception, double-dealing, dishonesty, drugs, and deliverance with humor sprinkled along the way. Many twists and turns and misadventures will keep you entertained to the very last line.

"Finally, I could see ahead the habitation of cruelty; its steep walls of layered bricks seemed to be like a stone mountain that cast a dark shadow of death onto the street below." Esther was now at the place and time when she would ultimately understand what God had been preparing her for. Her journey begins when she is twelve and with her younger brother, Jacob, set out to find their missing father. When the desperate search leads the frightened children to the cross of Jesus, they are horrified to witness the death of their father, as the thief next to Him. Now homeless orphans, Mary Magdalene adopts them and becomes instrumental in Esther's developing faith during the dynamic events of the early Church, allowing us to witness the birth of Christianity through the eyes of this child. Even though she hears powerful lessons of God's truth taught by Andrew and other disciples, her faith struggles to grow hindered by adolescent rebellion that fantasizes about a life of luxury contrary to the one she imagines God has planned for her. Tempted by a gorgeous red silk fabric to follow her heart's desires, she is separated from Mary's protection and sin places her at the mercy of a dangerous ugly world. Her poor decisions cause her to make many mistakes, but as she overcomes each, she learns what God expects from her and finds His strength to prevail over any adversity even those inside her. Bending her will to His, she becomes fit for His service, giving her the spiritual fortitude to face persecutions, and the agonizing martyrdom of those close to her. The hand of God can be seen in each inspirational moment, as miraculous interventions unfold, eventually bringing her to a place and life she could never have imagined.

In these times the world is challenged constantly under days of darkness and despair. And soon the day will come when the revival among our nation will become inevitable. With headlines sweeping across our nation causing terror and confusion within our borders, calling wicked acts good and good teachings false. At some point we would have to wonder who is controlling this madness, and is their some type of wizard behind the curtain we call life? In this story you will find, if not all, some of the answers you've been wondering about and if there is any truth to it. Join in on this letter as the pages reveal some of the wizards behind the curtain and the truths they don't want you to know. Now is the time to open our eyes and stay vigilant. We shall endure to the very end.

Spiritual transformational yoga takes a step-by-step approach through the eight limbs of yoga. Most people initially come to the mat because of the physical practice and all the benefits that yoga offers for strengthening the body and increasing flexibility. The actual point of yoga is to unite oneself with God. Yoga is not a religion but is open to all religions. It is a spiritual discipline that can provide helpful tools to strengthen one's faith. The eight limbs of yoga provides a path to oneness with God. The first two limbs concentrate on external and internal values. Next comes the postures to prepare the body physically to sit in prayer and meditation for periods of time. Breath work is incorporated after the physical practice to calm the mind even further for meditation. It is then that the individual begins withdrawing from the senses, going inward to focus and being, then eventually meditating and being one with God.Dr. Sally Bassett has written this book based on her experience of traveling and leading groups to over 120 countries. Sally has practiced yoga; prayed and/or meditated on the banks of the Ganga River in India, an abbey with Trappist monks, a convent with the Sister of Saint Benedict, in Muslim prayer rooms throughout the world, and a French ashram in the Loire Valley; sung gospel songs around campfires with rural women in Uganda; sat with monks in silence across Asia; listened to the beliefs from Native American Indians in Western United States; prayed in cathedrals across the globe lighting candles too numerous to count; and hiked hundreds of miles of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in Spain.Sally is a humanitarian, world traveler, seeker, and founder of Peace through Yoga Foundation. Sally's enthusiasm toward life as well as her creative and spiritual approach to yoga have been keys to her success. Her yoga journey has included a twelve-year ownership of two yoga studios, teaching yoga and philosophy as an adjunct professor at Butler University and cofounding the Yoga and Spirituality program at Christian Theological Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. Sally lives and teaches yoga in the village of Zionsville, Indiana, when she is not traveling the world.All proceeds go to Peace through Yoga Foundation (www.peacethroughyoga.org).

If readers are looking for a book chock-full of graphs, charts, and statistics about leadership, this book will not be for them. Instead, if one is looking for a book filled with real-life stories about leadership, then you are holding it in your hands. This book represents David's recollections of others who helped shape his personal views about leadership and how to influence others. Some of the lessons taught to David were painful, but they were enduring lessons that David continues to impart to others on a daily basis. You will read of some of his former high school and college teachers and classmates and how they altered David's way of thinking about leadership and personal motivation. His encounters with a former president and a former professional football quarterback will command the reader's attention. David has a unique ability to convey a personal story in such a way that readers are captivated, amused, and delighted. His preferred groups to address are law enforcement, educators, church groups, and those individuals who desire to become more effective and capable leaders. For further information and to learn how to secure David as a guest speaker, please contactDavid P. Walden3018 Old Minden Road, Suite 1108Bossier City, LA 71112Phone 318-286-5536david.walden12@gmail.com

Just imagine this for a moment ... what if one of the shepherds at the manger in Bethlehem was a young boy learning to tend sheep? What if he experienced that cold, lonely night so long ago that we have been told was invaded by an angel announcing the most improbable news? What if an immeasurable multitude of an angelic choir joined that angel singing God's praise in the most awesome display of heaven's glory? What if he went along with the other shepherds to find the baby and his family in the stable and witnessed the majesty of God's incarnation? What if he grew up like most shepherds of the day on the underside of life? What if the challenges of life caused him to stray a little? What if he wound up, a few short years later, in a Roman prison facing execution? And what if he met a carpenter facing a similar sentence? How might his story have turned out? Read Jacob's story and see how he experienced "glory to glory."

Be careful what you wish for because you just might get it, and it might not be as wonderful as you thought. Freddreese Campton made a wish for more mystery because she thought her charming house in Shreveport, Louisiana, would become boring after all of the drama from Time-Trapped in the Attic. She never bargained for links between long ago narratives and present day suspense. The mysteries continue in this book as she, her best friend, her boyfriend, her neighbor, her boss, new friends, and new foes struggle to correct the past or try to steal the clues that would solve the conundrums.Can Freddreese restore order to her home and finally clear the cobwebs from her attic? Find out in Succession (Sequel to Time-Trapped in the Attic), the second of the wildly, inventive, lighthearted mystery novels that will transfix you with their otherworldly twists and spirited sense of fun.

Max-The Little Guy Who Thought marks the debut of a series of stories sure to hold the attention of children and adults alike. It follows Max and his friends from infancy to young adulthood. The story chronicles the trials and tribulations experienced by these three unlikely best friends as the world around them is constantly growing. They are faced with challenges that are sure to define their characters for time to come. They face adversaries and fears as they grow and expand their worlds. There are moments of doubt, but the three friends manage to overcome them. So follow Max and his two best friends, Smokey and Oscar, as they grow and learn. Their adventures are sure to make you laugh, make you sad, and make you laugh again! Follow our three friends as they learn that kindness, acceptance, and tolerance always triumph over the bad temptations that life places before them!

Eight children from four wealthy families are kidnapped in New York City on New Year's Eve in 1885. Just when the children's parents had given up all hope of ever seeing their children again, they each received a letter from the kidnappers with two demands, which must be met in order to secure the release of their children. The first demand requires a large ransom to be delivered to the kidnappers at a place to be determined. The second demand requires that four Christian men, whom the kidnappers will choose, must deliver the ransom and if it's delivered by anyone else, all the children that were kidnapped will be killed. News of the large ransom spreads quickly throughout the United States, and every outlaw wants to get their hands on it before it gets to the kidnappers. Can the ransom get through to the kidnappers and save the children's lives, or will the kidnappers kill their young captives because the ransom was never delivered to them or was delivered by someone other than the four Christian men that were chosen to deliver it?

Prophets Bones is about a boy on a mission to discover the reason for his existence and the companionship of his twin brother and best friend to help him to do this. The most important message in my story is to know your place before it's too late. You never know when that opportunity may be taken away from you.

The World of Hospice Spiritual Care: A Practical Guide for Palliative Care Chaplains offers a comprehensive study of spiritual care in hospice. Dr. Sullivan's ability to express the role of the spiritual counselor in creative and insightful ways is refreshing. Chaplains serve in interdisciplinary teams to relieve pain and suffering and to improve patients' quality of life. Members of hospice teams must have specialized knowledge in their area of expertise. Hospice chaplains must be familiar with other areas of hospice work and their functions because hospice care components interrelate. Working in the hospice environment offers tremendous satisfaction and challenges. Doug skillfully addresses those challenges and equips chaplains to allow God's presence to shine through them as they minister effectively in palliative care outreaches. This practical guide examines hospice movement history, philosophy and concepts of care, program models, and interdisciplinary teams. Then Dr. Sullivan discusses the psychosocial and spiritual aspects of pain; spiritual assessments and spiritual care plans; the role of spiritual care staff; grief, bereavement, and mourning; and staff grief and stress management. A thorough analysis of these topics introduces caregivers to the world of hospice, which helps the critical role of the spiritual counselor (hospice chaplain) to emerge. Thus, a better understanding of these concepts and the resulting increased technical competence allows hospice chaplains more freedom to impact patients', families', and caregivers' lives through the ministry of presence.The World of Hospice Spiritual Care: A Practical Guide for Palliative Care Chaplains prepares chaplains to offer comfort, kindness, and care to the dying in their communities in their greatest hours of need. The emotional, spiritual, and practical helps hospice chaplains provide through the ministry of presence can make all the difference in the world for their neighbors. Indeed, hospice chaplains are ordinary people inspired by extraordinary purpose, allowing God's manifest presence to change people's lives through palliative care ministry.

Do you ever feel frustrated with your life? Do you wish that you could attain happiness and fulfillment, but aren't quite sure where to begin? Would you like to develop the self-worth and confidence that would allow you to not only pursue, but attain any goal? If you said "yes" to any of these questions, then it's time to get on The Path. In The Path, William R. English not only addresses, but offers solutions to the problems that many people face in life today. By using real-world examples and practical knowledge, William has developed a philosophy and system that allows virtually anyone to create the life of their dreams. The Path is a simple, yet insightful guide to achieving everything that you want out of life. You will not only learn lessons from some of history's most significant individuals, but you will also learn how to apply those lessons to your own life. Happiness can become a reality for you. By simply following the steps laid out in The Path, you will achieve the self-worth, confidence, fulfillment, and happiness that you've always dreamed of! This book will help you: Break free from negativity and frustration Gain a newfound sense of confidence and self-worth Learn how to set and achieve your goals Establish an unprecedented level of faith and trust in God Let go of guilt and regret Utilize past mistakes to reach a new level of success Attain a genuine love for yourself and others Meet your soul-mate Reach a new level of health and energy Make a commitment to excellence and stick to it Achieve a life of happiness and fulfillment

In 2016, suicide and depression are at an epidemic high in the United States. The World Health Organization predicts that by 2020 depression will be the most diagnosed medical problem in the world second to heart disease. Little, if anything, is being done to battle this disaster by our government or health leaders. Medicine, science and psychology cannot answer why this is happening but Author and Psychotherapist, Leo Battenhausen has a theory. America has Soul Doubt on God. People are seeking assistance to feel better in all the wrong places as belief in God keeps getting ignored by society and the media causing catastrophic effects. Battenhausen combines the field of psychology with the healthy SOUL to demonstrate how people can feel better again if they allow God into their lives and simply BELIEVE! A compelling read for the believer and non-believer alike. Soul Doubt illustrates the decline of morality in America today brought about by technology, social media and a government that has virtually kicked God out of society and institutions and had allowed evil forces to dominate our lives and minds. Where science, medicine and psychology have hit a brick wall when it comes to WHY, Soul Doubt breaks through with solution-focused answers and PROVEN ways to battle depression and suicide.

A few years ago, I had no clue I would be living at “the Pond.”The Pond on most days is a place of quiet beauty. Other days may bring the power of a thunderstorm with the excitement of bright lightening. In the summer the evenings can be quite loud with the song of the bullfrogs, chirping of crickets and sometimes even the barks and howls of coyotes. However, at any time the hand of the Creator can be seen at the Pond.I never knew so many lessons could be gleaned from nature, but I have learned much of God and His Son Jesus from unlikely characters such as crows, hummingbirds, and even a snake!Time spent at the pond renews my spirit and my prayer is that through this little book you may experience the beauty, power, and the creatures all created by our Heavenly Father for us, his children, as if you too were seated on my back porch!My desire, through God’s hand, is to bring you, the reader, into a closer walk with God the Father. If you do not know Jesus Christ as your Savior I pray that the words in The Pond will enable you to see and feel the love of Jesus and create a desire to know Him in a personal relationship.God’s Word tells us there is only one way to eternal life and that is found in John 14:6: “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’”Now bring your chair or blanket and come sit by the Pond with me and discover the God who loves you so!

The original Christians were called “Christians” in a derogatory way by those who were not Christ’s followers. But because Christ’s followers didn’t object to being called Christians, the name stuck. In many places and times, being identified as a Christian has cost the ultimate price. The question we must ask is, Do we really know our Savior well enough to know that we can trust him with our lives? Do we know him well enough to know that if we are in a situation where serious punishment, maybe even death, is certain that we can trust him and say, “So be it”? Do we really believe that Jesus is the resurrection that he claims to be? Do we believe that, in him, even when we die, it is only the physical body?How well do we know the Savior we are following? The better we know him, the more we come to love, trust, and enjoy his friendship! Jesus knows everything there is to know about you, and he yearns for you to know as much as you can about him! Knowing him means having a real friendship like never before! 

Our Mountains to Climb is a true story of a strong friendship that is tested due to a serious medical diagnosis. During this time, their friendship grows into love and engagement. They witness God's working through every detail of their wedding planning. After they are married, they are faced with more medical challenges.Life lessons learned from a previous trip to the Great Wall of China helps to give encouragement. Time and time again, they see how God helps them through all of the husband's health issues and strengthens their marriage.