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This is an autobiography about a little girl who was separated from her family as she struggles with a lifetime of events that unfold. Along the way, she discovers God and how he answers her prayers at a very young age, as she tries to keep reaching out to find her family. But there's always an obstacle in the way. She has to be courageous and strong as God directs her through challenges and sometimes loneliness, but because of her love and devotion toward God, he answers her prayer, exactly what she asks for. She gives her testimonies and scriptures to light up the path for all readers so that they can witness all the gifts, miracles, and radiant love that God gives to anyone who receives him in their heart. That little girl is me, the author. Join me in my journey as we travel through life's narrow path and be uplifted in knowing that God is always there. He carried me through the roughest storms and now, I see a rainbow of miracles that took place in my life and still continue, today. Dreams really do come true! -Gail Turner Stevenson

Life can be tough! Gloria thought she had the perfect life-she had a great family and job, and was very happy. Just as her son was about to graduate from high school, she was diagnosed with a noncancerous brain tumor. Her life as she knew it came to a screeching halt. She had suffered with headaches and migraines since her childhood but never expected this diagnosis. After her diagnosis, she suffered a mental breakdown. This breakdown was harder to recover from than the physical challenges she had to overcome after surgery. A year after surgery, she had a major skull infection and the tumor started to regrow. This book is her story of fighting to regain what she had lost. Her hope is that her story can help others going through a hard time in their life.

When the even was come, there came a rich man of Arimathaea named Joseph, who also himself was Jesus' disciple. He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. The Pilate commanded the body to be dilevered. And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, and laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock; and he rolled a great stone to the door of the sepulcher, and departed. And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting against the sepulcher. Now the next day, that followed the day of the preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees came together unto Pilate, saying, "e;Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, "e;After three days I will rise again."e; Command therefore that the sepulcher be made sure until the third day, lest his disciples come by night, and steal him away, and say unto the people, He is risen from the dead: so the last error shall be worse that the first."e;Pilate said unto them "e;Ye have a watch: go your way, make it as sure as ye can."e; So they went and made the sepulcher sure, sealing the stone and setting a watch. (Matthew 27:57-66)In the end of the Sabbath, as it begun to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulcher. And behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door and sat upon it. His countenance was like lightning and his raiment white as snow. And for fear of him the keepers did shake and became as dead men. And the angel answered and said unto the women "e;Fear not ye, for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay."e; (Matthew 28:1-6)Is it not possible and reasonable as well that the "e;watch,"e; also referred to as the "e;keepers,"e; were young Roman soldiers Carsus and Felix and that they were witness to the great event described in the above scripture?

David Fields was the producer and leading man in the reality film that he wished he could have reversed, as he watched the scene where he was blindsided by his shadow. He was baited into making the decision that led to landmines that unraveled his life and ended into an apocalyptic never-to-forget, wished-it-never-happened hellish experiences that almost claimed his life.

"e;Forever Friends"e; is the inspiring story told by Karol Barkley and D. G. Smeall, of a young girl who grows up in the Hawaiian Islands. Follow Karol on her exciting journey through her daily life as she introduces the reader to the food, culture, and language of life in Hawaii. As the story unfolds, you will meet Karol's "e;Forever Friends."e; The first was a gift given to her by her father and later the second, as she finds comfort in her relationship with God when she must leave her beloved Hawaiian home to relocate in Washington State with family she barely knew. What will it take for Karol to survive and conquer these life-changing events? How does she overcome the devastating losses that no child wants to encounter? Take the journey with Karol and Dot to see how it all ends and begins anew.

Butterfly Wings is a book that was written following the loss of my father. During a time of great sadness and heartache, God's love, comfort, and peace began to flood my soul in those early days. Even in the midst of pain, there is beauty to be found. I began having personal experiences with butterflies. They just started showing up, and boy, how often they came in those early months. The butterflies provided such comfort and peace in ways that I cannot fully convey. I just know what they meant to me. The beauty of those butterflies got me thinking of the life cycle of the caterpillar, and once his job is complete, he blossoms into the beautiful butterfly. Much like the caterpillar, we too live our lives here on earth; and once our job is complete, we too, like the butterfly, begin our new life with our Lord and Savior. Our life is not complete; it just changes. We are given a new life through Christ. My hope is that this book will provide some comfort and a sense of peace to others dealing with the loss of a loved one. We will always miss our loved ones, but we know that they are always with us, in our hearts, in our thoughts and in spirit. Yes, my friends, even in the midst of pain, there is beauty to be found. In loving memory of my dad, John McDonald (1947-2015).

Whether you are a new believer in Christ or serving the Lord for years this book will take you back to the fundamentals of the Christian faith - the finished work of Christ at the Cross. Ideal for small groups in homes or churches, personal study, or just family Bible studies these lessons are detailed, easy to read in everyday language and well supported with scripture. Throughout the book, salvation and the practical, everyday walk of the believer in Christ is stressed in topics such as: The Gospel, the meaning of salvation The Bible God, the Trinity Jesus Christ The Holy Spirit Prayer The Power to Live Holy Dealing with Temptation Church Ordinances Filled with the Spirit Handling Finances The Church and Ministry Sharing Your Faith The Basics of Bible Prophecy, an outlineDaily homework questions for each chapter will motivate the reader to deeper study and application of the Bible to life situations. Use these homework questions as a basis for small group study and sharing with each other. One lesson per week and you will be "e;rooted and built up in Him, and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding with it in thanksgiving"e;. (Colossians 2:7) WWW.ANEWBEGINNINGINCHRIST.COM

Nightmares and claustrophobia plague World War II veteran Eric Stone. His German twin brother died in his arms and that later led to him being imprisoned. Troubled and restless, Eric leaves his relatives in Colorado and rides a motorcycle to the California coast. Is he searching for happiness, a place he can really call home, or trying to fulfill a promise to his dying Hawaiian friend who wanted to teach him how to ride a surfboard? Eric told him he would somehow learn. Eric only knows his uncle, Colonel James Stone, will be home soon, and right now he's too angry to confront him. Near the coast, a car runs Eric off the road then rams the Arroyo Grande high school bus. Though injured, Eric hobbles to the site. His assistance to the injured students endears him to families in the coastal town. He stays all summer, manages to fulfill his promise, makes many good friends, and falls in love with Kathy Ryan, but almost loses, all he gains.

Being and Teaching Special NeedsGary David SillsBook This book is autobiographical in nature, considerably more informal than a thesis or a research paper. My emotional handicaps struck the week before my senior year of high school. This was at a time when "e;Special Education"e; was not established. Mental illness was not a comfortable topic, especially in a Christian home. In this book, my method is to take the reader with me into my struggles, disappointments, and failures in higher education and how I overcame them. As I built skills with troubled teens, I added education from a Christian university that gave me more than adequate tools to teach some of the most difficult to manage students. Limitations in this kind of writing are describing how I dealt with challenges in my classroom without noting research-based methods or other sources. My memoirs here as a handicapped student improperly diagnosed for many years will be of value to parents wrestling with similar problems. Included in the memoir are many scenarios from my classroom in which I modeled successful responses to situations and explained why; I also offered usable innovations that your teacher will find helpful.

Each poem is a stage in my evolution towards God conscious. The alchemy of the word. When reading this book, I hope you will have a relaxed mind and let your emotions run freely. God inspired me to write these poems.

A Life of Hell is a true story of my life. I am a Vietnam veteran who's trying to conquer the demons that have haunted me for over forty-six years. Now I'm able to write about it. Th is has been therapy for me, and now, the nightmares have stopped.

This is the true story of Jennifer Sunderland and her experiences with an incurable lung disease. Her struggles and triumphs are documented as they happened year by year. Her personal relationship with Jesus Christ gave her the hope and strength to continue on.

Musings of a Preacher's SonLife is so precious yet unpredictable. No matter what education or background we come from, none of us knows how our lives will evolve. I never thought I would write poetry, but at fifty-five, I became a poet. The wisdom acquired through my life's experiences forms the prelude for my interest in writing these poems that reflect my life as the son of a priest, a Christian, a father, a husband, and a practicing lawyer. Some of my musings are inspired by being raised in a large and colorful Greek-American family. My observations about people, religion, nature, the world, love, and life are reflected in my writings. No matter who we are, we are shaped by our parents, our environment, our culture, and our upbringing. We all want the same comforts in life; and we all show our weaknesses and strengths through our passions, prejudices, and talents. I hope one or more of these poems speaks to you in some small way.

I embark on one of the most interesting and scariest trips in my life. I was still so new at this that I wished that someone else would take this task on for me. Rachel and I head off to a territory, brand new to the two of us. She is more than excited, being a young teenager. I am not willing to go so eagerly, but in the end, I find that I must tackle this fear like David against Goliath. Another deep breath, "e;Okay, Lord, this is it. Again I pray for one of your guardian angels to watch over us as we do this trip."e; A bead of sweat rolls off my forehead and down my cheek. We were on our way. No turning back. The trip that we were getting ready to embark upon would forever change our lives. We didn't realize it at the time.

This writing shares portions of my devotional journaling with you the reader. I continue to be amazed about reading the Word of God and how it continues to speak and teach on God's plan for life in this world. As well the Word teaches, heals and meets needs timely and at times when I'm not aware of my own needs. My desire is that others will be encouraged to read the Word regularly and to take up the discipline of journaling. Be open to be blessed.

Is our Lord's return imminent? Many Christians believe it is"e;"e;emphasizing that He has promised to return and that as His disciples, we must be ready. Yet in spite of their assurance, surprisingly few of God's people may actually be prepared for His appearing. Of the many signs suggesting that our Lord's return is near, two in particular are of great interest"e;"e;the rise of Babylon and the restoration of Israel. These two major end-time events as foretold in Scripture have great implications for us as Americans, and more specifically as Christians. America in Prophecy: A Nation at a Crossroads examines these two major prophetic indicators and not only reveals their importance in determining how close to our Lord's return we actually are but also their connection to what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. It unveils the big picture regarding end-time Bible prophecy as it relates to America and shows how we are indeed standing at a crossroads not only as a nation but as God's corporate body, the Church, and as its individual members in particular. America in Prophecy seeks to answer the question of where and how we, as Christians living in the United States of America at this particular juncture in history, fit into God's end-time scenario. Most importantly, it explains what we must do to ensure that we are ready for our Lord's return. Of all the books currently on the market, one may be hard-pressed to find a more pertinent, timely, and compelling message for today's Christian. Outside of the Bible, this is quite possibly one of the most exciting books you will ever read on the subject of end-time Bible prophecy and the necessity for believer's everywhere to make certain they are ready for our Lord's return.

Bella is a little girl that loves flowers and wishes she had her own flowers to take care of.2

D. L. Moody once heard Henry Varley say, "e;The world has yet to see what God will do with a man fully consecrated to Him. Moody was struck to his soul and, when the words would not leave him, responded, 'By God's help, I aim to be that man.'"e; When God called Avery to follow him as a true disciple, Avery knew he must make a similar commitment or remain a mediocre Christian for the rest of his life. His surrender and his filling of the Spirit initiated a spiritual life of impact with global results. Avery Willis is well-known, especially within the Southern Baptist denomination, for his involvement in movements of God over the past fifty years. Avery Willis's obedience to God led him to be a church planter in the United States and to strive for indigenous church planting in Indonesia, where he served as a missionary. He was a pioneer and leader in spiritual renewal, disciple-making, decentralized theological education, global mission partnerships, and chronological Bible storying. He is a well-known author, most notably of the MasterLife discipleship materials. This biography-written memoir-style through his own journals, letters, and newsletters to his intercessors-recounts Avery's life journey, his spiritual encounters and struggles, and the daily habits that Avery demonstrated as a disciple. It is less about his greatest moments than the personal daily choices to follow God with all his heart. It is the story of a man committed to God's purposes and passion to bring "e;as many people of the world as possible"e; to God's redemptive grace in Jesus, regardless of the cost.

Called is not about chasing. It's about following. It's not about going. It's about staying. It's not about us. It's about Him. It's not a "e;how to."e; It's a "e;who through."e; It doesn't say, "e;I can do this."e; It says, "e;He'll get me through this."e; It's not about shining bright. It's about reflecting His light. It's not about aiming to please. It's about pleasing the King. When these six little verbs take root in our heart, that's when we are able to start living set apart:need, be, see, know, grow, and sowThese six little verbs are stepping stones into the places God is calling each of us. Unique paths paved by the same six words"e;"e;paths that are both practical and purposeful. This Bible study is for the woman wanting more but tired of dream chasing and fear facing only to discover she's still rat racing. King Solomon in Ecclesiastes mentions this chasing after the wind, but in John, King Jesus reminds us that is all about abiding in Him. Called simplifies our role and magnifies His role in purposeful living. This Bible study is topical in nature but draws out timeless truths from the Old and New Testament to bridge the gap between truth and grace in our own hearts, equipping and empowering us to answer the call He has on each of our lives.

When asking someone why they hold a political or social justice belief, they often are at a loss to defend it. We need articulate defenders of the biblical justice agenda. As people of faith, more of us should be able to explain why we reach out to others to assist during times of need or at times when they cannot speak up for themselves. This is the example set for us through the ministry of our Old Testament prophets and New Testament Jesus. Lay people often want to get right to the point and not always have to wade through the academic jargon of the various religious disciplines. My volume gives them some examples of how certain scripture, once it is employed, was and is used to support the mandate to "e;feed the hungry, clothe the naked, heal the sick, and set free the captives"e; and that the nations will be judged by the way they treat the "e;least of those among us."e; The volume has real world applications. Justice can be done through direct service; education about the issues; or systemic advocacy as shown here.

Don't be fooled by all the different stories about Christmas. It's because the real Christmas story has been under attack. As innocent as it seems, we are in a battle. The battle is not over entertaining our children with stories that make up the Christmas season. It's over making sure our children understand there is only one real Christmas story, and how can we tell a story if we don't include the ending. Jesus did come into the world as a baby, but he left as our savior. I'm not trying to take away all the stories told about Christmas; I'm just trying to tell the greatest story ever told. And it's not even my story"e;"e;it's God's story about how much he loves us and what he did to prove it. It is my hope that all children will know the real Christmas story.

From Alcatraz to Africa is the amazing story of the Konnerup family who were pioneer missionaries in East Africa. It is the story of how two young people from different settings came to Jesus, met each other, and together answered the call of God to be missionaries in Ethiopia. By many fascinating stories, you will be taken through the difficulties of living in primitive areas with unique customs, see life as a missionary in the pioneer days of the 1960s and 1970s, observe all kinds of struggles to live, including separation from their children, view what ministry in rural Africa was like, and eventually learn how they persevered during a communist takeover. At the same time, God worked through this family to reach many people with the Gospel. People who had never even heard the name of Jesus and who lived in fear of evil spirits found the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Many lives in northern Ethiopia were transformed from fear of the devil to freedom in Jesus Christ. The Konnerup's encounters were harrowing, funny, incredible, and even miraculous as they experienced God's protection and answers to prayer. So what does Alcatraz have to do with all of this? In a sense, part of this journey starts there. As you read their journey from Alcatraz to Africa, you will come away inspired as you see how God can use ordinary people to do extraordinary things. No doubt, you will gain an appreciation of the power of prayer and believe that it really does work.

Many of us think we know what the price system is, and because of this, we do not take the time to explore it to any real depth. This one mistake is perhaps the biggest reason our economy is in such bad shape. It is the reason countries around the world have the economic hardship that they face today. You can do something to help the world dig itself out from under these problems. It is said that knowing about a problem is the first step in resolving that problem. Knowing about the price system could save your economic life, your family's future, and perhaps even the planet. These are big claims, and it is hard to believe that the price system could be threatening all of these things. This book addresses those claims in a way that is easy for the reader to follow. It is not a book about accounting, as the name might suggest. It is rather about the intrigue surrounding the diabolical system that you may have thought was harmless. For many people who read it, it will be an eye-opener. Some people with vested interest in the price system would rather you not read it. This book is not written to favor "e;them,"e; and "e;they"e; stand to lose their control should you begin to see the world from a different vantage point. This vantage point could be many times more precious to your personal freedom and sense of well-being, than you could imagine. Granted you will not like some of the things you hear, but personal growth generally demands that you face some pain first. In a way, it is a self-help book, because it presents a new worldview that puts you on the spot. This is not my attempt at hype, but it is my honest attempt to encourage you to find out just what the price system really is.

A seemingly benevolent endeavor to help others in a remote part of theworld turned out to be much more life-changing than ever anticipated. Afaith-driven desire to put his beliefs into action by taking a mission trip toHaiti led Jeff Newell and his family to experience multiple opportunitiesfor personal and spiritual growth and gain a profound appreciation of thepeople and culture they encountered. Almost immediately the tables were turned when they found themselves onthe receiving end of the many life lessons that were unknowingly, yet subtlybeing revealed. Come follow their journey in the rural mountains of Haitias they experience the importance of building relationships, dependency onGod, sharing from our need and not our excess, and finding God presentin everyday occurrences. Open Your Eyes masterfully captures the essence of nearly two decadesof routine daily situations, turning them into both meaningful learningexperiences as well as humorous anecdotes. "e;I have enjoyed reading your book. I was captivated from the first paragraph."e; Lori Sabol, Tippecanoe County Bar Association President, Lafayette, IN. "e;Thank you for sharing your vision, your mission, your actions and your reflections. I was inspired, informed and educated by your work."e; Fequiere Vilsaint, owner of EducaVision, Miami, FL. "e;I am very grateful to Jeff for writing this book to preserve and to share the lessons learned in the field. I have learned a great deal, as something of a second-generation fellow traveler, from reading these stories, and I am confident that many readers of this book will similarly be gifted."e; John Nichols, STL, PhD, Rensselaer, IN. "e;I have read through it twice and found it to be superbly written and a much needed message, not only to be read, but reflected upon by anyone doing mission in any place (including here at home). It is very important to include 'lived experiences and examples' verses just theories and ideas. Jeff had done this very, very well!"e; Father Ron Schneider, pastor St. Ann Church, Baldwin, MI.

What happens to the near-perfect life of an attorney when her husband and law partner decides to become a United Methodist pastor in a small, rural Oklahoma town? The results are in Greetings from LeFlore County-the Lord, the Law, and the Laughter in Rural Oklahoma. This humorous work details one family's real-life adventures in easy-to-read snippets that pull readers in from the first page. Holly had been an attorney in a busy city for seventeen years when her husband and law partner answered God's call to ministry, and moved them and their three children to a small town in southeastern Oklahoma. Holly found a job as an assistant district attorney for the county where she suddenly became "e;that new lady DA."e; This book began as emails to her family back home when she found herself prosecuting criminals and being a pastor's wife in a funny world that was quite different from the city she was used to. If you have ever been amused by funny court stories on the Internet, entertained by a courtroom TV show, or intrigued by rural reality shows, you will love the stories of this family's adventures from moving day (and the humorous moving truck incident), through the hilarious trials and tribulations of the local criminal courts (he was arrested for what?), to the beautiful blessings and special small-town relationships that led to tearful goodbyes after three amazing in years in LeFlore County.

Caught in the hustle and bustle of Chinese New Year preparations, little Meilea couldn't get her busy family to tell her the Chinese folklore of the New Year Monster. Ah-ma (Grandma) came to the rescue and tells Meilea the exciting origin of how Chinese New Year became an annual celebration. Meilea learns the meanings behind many traditions that are celebrated by the Chinese culture and by her family. Seen from a four-year-old girl's point of view, this educational book not only captures the imaginations of a child, but also uses Meilea's family to illustrate Chinese folklore and meaningful Chinese traditions that can be understood and enjoyed by all ages.

Well this is Godkward. You just picked up a book with a title that you probably don't know how to pronounce. Godkward is an adjective used to describe a difficult situation that causes inconvenience or embarrassment that God has led you to or through! It's a God-given, awkward moment. Inside this book you'll find a Godkward story about one man's battle with alcohol. What started as an unhealthy relationship with drinking turned into a spiritually purposeful journey into recovery. Along the way, right choices were not rewarded with medals or trophies, but by the onslaught of trials. How could anyone continue down the straight and narrow path when met with so many challenges? Godkward: Finding Purpose in My Journey from Addiction to Recovery highlights one man's battle against the enemy and how seeking God vigilantly helped pull him from the wreckage his life had become.

Building Your Dream Muscle is a lifelong process that collaborates desire with the synergy of gratitude and faith to manifest the reality of dreams come true. The author shares from her journal over a one-year span the diverse challenges that the reader may experience while implementing the process to achieve their dreams. At a pivotal time in the author's life, she prayerfully sought the answers to the questions, "e;What is my purpose?"e; "e;Why do some experience so much success, while others continuously struggle?"e; "e;Why is God not helping me?"e; "e;What am I doing so wrong?"e; With every prayer for answers came enlightenment through a spiritual mentor, a book, a song, a message, and then through writing letters to the father. Experiential faith is a personal process through enlightenment. With the ability to laugh at herself, the author shares her very own kind of humor along with the moments of complete loss of hope. The dream muscle work-out transformed through the testing of hypothesis to refi ne the ability to literally do the impossible. Th e author has a proven record of successes including selling her home beyond repair for cash in less than twenty-four hours, the purchase of a new van with modifications, purchasing a home that was fully wheelchair accessible, receiving full scholarship and funding to return to college, and complete a bachelor's degree. The single mother of three changed her life and is sharing the story to encourage others that are prayerfully seeking the answer to how they, too, can make dreams come true. The reader will be empowered with the steps and encouragement to change their life. They will realize their unlimited power to create. How long does it take to change your life? As long as it takes to think your next thought.

This book explores many questions that people may have about their "e;faith."e; Every day, people are confronted with contradictions, inconsistencies, doubts, and confusion concerning their "e;faith"e; and the greater Christian church. Through looking at "e;what is important"e; to us as Christians and exploring Christian beliefs from a variety of sources and perspectives, many answers are given that may help the reader to better understand their own "e;faith"e; and beliefs. It is important for us to be able to better understand our own "e;faith"e; and to appreciate how it relates to the overall Christian church. To seek "e;faith"e; is a journey; to grasp and attain "e;faith"e; is a gift and blessing. This book will assist the reader in achieving peace and comfort.

When a challenge arises, have you ever wondered what gives you the power, willfulness, and determination to overcome obstacles in order to succeed in life?Join me as we go on a journey to experience the world of Poetry Sings, a compilation of truly inspirational poems that express powerful inner feeling through poetic imagery. I have crafted Poetry Sings to celebrate themes of love, hope, compassion, and courage. In a moment of difficult challenge, faith is your beacon of hope. Let faith guide you to help those others won't, speak what others fear, and accomplish what others can't imagine possible. As a former teacher, I aim to inspire students, the general public, as well as all poetry lovers to use poetry as a means of communicating feelings and thoughts. I invite you to discover a window into the world of Poetry Sings and enjoy the experience.