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The world is descending into darkness, and it's taking modern religion with it. And this nightmare is not an isolated incident reserved for just one branch of religion or one particular faith. No, this phenomenon, this falling away, has infected both large and small. It is a tangible collapse of faith that has begun to spread everywhere. It's like a religious pandemic has crept into the farthest reaches of the body and infected every organ with its symptoms of doubt and disbelief, killing off the weak and making sick the once proud faithful. We cannot escape the fact that a religious nightmare has descended upon the world we live in, and there doesn't seem to be a way out. Or is there? The Pattern of Calvary explores the forgotten truths of the Bible and the many reasons why we are in the religious shape we are in. It asks the hard questions about our existence and relationship with the Creator, ultimately presenting a simple solution to a complex religious problem of truth and getting us back on course with our Creator. "e;Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill."e;

What is Truth?Truth is the existence of God. Jesus said, "e;I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me"e; (John 14:6). Has God revealed Himself and His truth to humanity? How do we know who He is?We find God's revelation to man through Scripture in His Word. God has revealed Himself and His truth through His distinctive forms and functions during His Creation, His Son, and His Redemption. God exist and Scriptures hold the key to Finding Truth.

My grandchildren and I were standing at the edge of a still lake feeding the ducks, when my granddaughter picked up a pebble and tossed it into the lake. The pebble quickly sank to the bottom of the lake, but the effect of the pebble created many ripples. They keep spreading and spreading from the center and there was no way to stop them. The Ripple Effect is based on the concept that we are connected. We can and do affect each other. The result is a building of community that will affect how we treat others and the way we live our lives. All of us have passion for something as well as a vision and hope to use our gifts and talents for a greater purpose. The Ripple Effect was originally written as a textbook for a character class curriculum using an athletic medium designed to change the culture of sport that provided collegiate student athletes with application model for character-driven athletics. Today, it has become a resource that provides a guide that can apply to anyone who has an interest in desiring to pursue competitive excellence that emulates Christ. We live in a culture today that promotes comfort, not challenges. We want instant gratification free from consequences of our choices. Our choices and actions represent who we are; what we believe and define our character. The ripple effect provides a foundation for a person to better understand who they can become. The most important relationship a person will ever have is with themselves. The question is, are we doing the best they can to become more than they have become. Each ripple has a message, which is the pebble, a theme, which is the ripple effect, and an application that provides the action necessary to develop and improve character. To reach significance in the athletic arena as well as life one needs to be able to embrace competition, establish quality relationships, and develop values, "e;rules of the road"e; that become the lifestyle. What happens when we experience the ripple effect? We become a person with a Christ-like perspective with a renewed purpose, a new sense of direction, and enhanced relationships.

AMENThese are ordinary prayers that can be prayed every day by anybody, young and old, to quiet your spirit and lift your heart, mind, body, and soul. As the Holy Spirit speaks to my spirit, I just start writing these prayers as I hear the words being spoken by the Holy Spirit, whom I allow to lead, guide, and direct my path in life.

This book contains the author's true-life stories with a few pictures to back them up. It's also based on the King James Bible. The author's life has been full of miracles since she was saved at the age of thirteen. She got married at age nineteen and then had 9 babies. After 42 years of marriage, her husband, Jim, went to heaven, and now she's had time to write this book that she calls My Walk with God. Her hope is that you will be blessed by it, and if you don't have a personal relationship with God, that you will ask Him into your Life as well, and begin your Walk with God. May He bless you all.

Life's Journey to a Total TransformationA Christian outlook on overcoming challenges in all areas of your life. We all go through life's journey with many challenges. Who you are is how you handle these challenges. I learned being a drama queen didn't get me very far. There are so many people trying to balance all areas of their lives. In health, nutrition, spirituality, financially, relationships, etc., feeling like your life's a circus juggling everything to keep life balanced. Finding time for yourself to think and relax is so important. The question is, how can we do that when things are fast-paced in this day and age? We all have busy schedules and can't seem to keep up. When we are trying to lose weight and need more energy, there are so many diets out there, but what most people don't realize is that what may work for one person will not work for another. So how do you know which one?If you are tired of going on a roller-coaster diet and losing weight and gaining it back, sometimes more than you started, if you are tired of being tired and need more energy, if life in general is a challenge, then look no further. As a certified health coach, I am able to help others overcome challenges in ways they never thought they could before and keep a schedule without feeling like you're a chicken running around with your head cut off. I will walk you through each step to customize and personalize your own way of making healthy habit changes that will help balance all areas of your life. You will be able to see yourself changing your habits, your schedule, and feel less stressed, knowing how to look deep inside to understand what's slowing you down or stopping you from achieving your goals. My prayer is that God will bless you through this transformation to become healthier, happier, and a better version of yourself.

An Inspiring True StoryGuided by a strong faith, Jack Villari used his gifts and talents to direct his life from challenging to rewarding and successful. Starting his career as a teenage singer/songwriter, Jack rapidly gained fan clubs and wide popularity. With full commitment and trust in the Lord, he earned a multimedia communications degree, became a professional TV and stage performer; theater, dance, and show producer; artistic director, talent agent, business entrepreneur and worldwide published author. This is my journey, my story - My Life!We all live one day at a time. What we may not realize is that we are never alone. If we live with an open mind and an open heart, we will learn that our journey begins and ends exactly how it is meant to be. Just as a compass directs our way when we are lost, so it is with life's journey. God has a master plan for each one of us. We only have to recognize the direction. BELIEVE with Faith, Trust and CommitmentYou will feel His calling!I look forward to sharing your faith story. Jack Villari ~ jkvillari@att.net

What shall wash away my sins? Nothing but the blood of Jesus. What shall make me whole again? Nothing but the blood of Jesus. How precious is that flow that makes me white as snow. No other fount I know nothing but the blood of Jesus, and for this reason, I can say it is well with my soul. My sins are washed away and now I'm clean. This book is written with the intention that all who read it will draw closer to God. I am not ashamed of the Gospel for it is the power of salvation. It is my utmost desire that people will see Jesus one day face to face. I am deeply overwhelmed that the Lord has chosen me to be a mouthpiece to him. Psalms 32:8, he will teach us the way that we shall go, he will instruct you and guide you. All you need is to trust him. He is a spirit, and those that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. John 3:16, "e;For God so loved the world that he gave his only son that whosoever believe him shall not perish but shall have everlasting life."e; Romans 9:33, "e;But as many has received him to them he gave power to become sons of God, even to them that believe on his name."e; What a wonderful promise! And his amazing love for humanity. Why don't you just thank him right now for what he has done already on the cross and what he has for you for tomorrow. One simple method is to invite him in your heart and ask him to come in, tell him you are sorry for your sins, please forgive me. He's patiently waiting for your call. It is such a privilege to know the Lord and to encourage others to draw close to him

You might wonder how an average girl, living a normal life, could find herself in the pits of addiction. I wondered that very thing. How could I have ever allowed myself to be controlled by a pain pill? So I decided to trace my steps, and find out exactly where I went so wrong; that's how this book came into existence. My story was written entirely by me. It's an honest account of my journey from being broken to becoming a far more beautiful version of myself. When I say beautiful, I'm not referring to physical beauty; I am referring to my soul, my spirit, and the essence of who I am. There is much that I am ashamed of, and sincerely wish I could undo. However, I have realized that I cannot change the past; I can only learn from it and make the present and future better than I thought possible. So, I choose to look at my journey as a blessing, for it's made me into the person that I am today, and I'm extremely proud of who I have become. It wasn't easy; it required a lot of hard work and determination, but it was worth every bit of pain that I endured. My sincere hope is that my story can serve as a lesson for others. I want my nightmare to prevent yours. And if, by chance, you're in the middle of your own nightmare, I want you to know that I am living, breathing proof that there is a happy ending waiting for you. Allow me to share with you what I never wanted anyone to know, my addiction and how I overcame it. Freedom and a bright future are waiting for you. Let me help you get there.

Making the best choices in every aspect of our lives is of the utmost importance. In this manuscript, I would like to share with you, the readers, some examples of difficult areas in our lives in which we face that are most challenging such as, raising children and teenagers, choosing the right mate in marriage, dealing with depression, finding forgiveness, suffering, drug and alcohol addiction, control issues, etc. The decisions we make can affect our lives for decades and sometimes generations. It is my hope that after reading this manuscript, you will begin reflecting on how you respond to life's tests, trials, and misfortunes. Furthermore, it is my hope that following such reflections, you will consider just how important is every decision you make. It is my sincere intention for all the readers of this book to gain insight into finding wise responses early on by doing the right thing before we make mistakes.

Do you hunger to have a deep, personal relationship with God. Do youlong to know more of His character? Do you need to find more of Hispeace, love, and mercy? Do you want more strength to face thechallenges and trials of life and emerge victorious? God is soawesome it is impossible to confine Him to mere words. No two peoplerelate the same way to God, and God is fresh in His dealings witheach individual. Yet His character is constant and eternal, the sameyesterday, today, and forever. We glean foremost from His Word butalso by the insights of others, inspired by the Holy Spirit, to discover His Workings in the livesof mankind. These can be beams of light on our own pathway throughlife. The first part of this book attempts to capture a fragment ofWho God is in poetry and verse. The second part is stories from thelife of the author and her ancestors which proclaim God in every dayliving. God is to be in every part and aspect of life, and this bookrelates stories of life's joys, sorrows, heartrending trials,triumphs, and special times with God, as well as the mundane and thefunny happenings of living. There are also poems of God's hand innature outside the author's backdoor. To proclaim God, you must alsolive God. This book presents not only His Word but also how HisWord can be applied to real-life situations and God's faithfulnessthroughout generations.

Confessions of a Coward is a book intended to give men the freedom to acknowledge their fears and failures as men and more specifically as husbands and fathers. Once they find the strength to do so, they can then discover the path to courageous manhood. This is not a how-to book written from an "e;expert"e; perspective. This book does not give the answers but attempts to point men to the answers found in the grace, mercy, and truth of God. This is truly a confession of sorts and hopefully a road map out of the abyss of the cowardly lifestyle far too many Christian men are living today.

Ministers counsel with members of the opposite sex every day. It is often an important function of their jobs. What could possibly go wrong with this type of relationship? Unfortunately, our adversary (1 Peter 5:8) can take a seemingly innocent situation and create havoc. Good people with good intentions can find themselves entangled in a sinful situation as they cross fences that should never be traversed. That tragedy could even happen to a minister. In this book, we will explore areas such as geographical, locational, sensorial, and emotional fences that ministers, and those with whom they counsel, would do well to respect. Is there hope for ministers who have crossed the line and subsequently have repented of their sins? Should a minister simply resign from ministry and pursue another type of vocation since he might feel that his "e;moral authority"e; is severely compromised? Our adversary would say without reservation, "e;Yes, by all means quit!"e; God, on the other hand, tells us to never give up! This God we serve is willing and happy to forgive. God not only can help a minister to continue as an effective servant of His but also can help him to grow even more and be a powerful and effective force in His kingdom. This book is helpful not only to ministers but also to all people who from day to day are in various types of men/women relationships. Our working conditions throughout the United States have changed drastically over the past few generations. More women are the workforce outside of the home. The Apostle Paul challenges Christian's to "e;walk circumspectly"e; (Ephesians5:15). This means to step carefully, to be sure that we are on solid spiritual ground with each step we take. I believe Fence Sense can be helpful to us in that endeavor.

Look Who's Praying Now: Healing unto the Nations promotes lasting world peace through omnistic prayer including prayers, meditations, mantras, sutras, and poems, invoking even the paradoxical praying atheist that all may have the utmost respect for one another.

Abby is the sixteen-year-old daughter of a pastor who ministers at a church in St. Louis. Although she believes in her father's message of salvation, she does not agree that putting God's will first should be a priority. She is not interested in making a total commitment like her parents. Rather her heart's desires is to obtain wealth, even with her meager background, and to possess expensive material things and a high place in society. It would not matter what cost she might have to pay to get what she wanted. When told her papa was giving up his church to begin a home mission work in Kansas and that she would have to go with them, she thought her world had come to an end. Her hopes of a wealthy lifestyle seemed to be disappearing before her eyes, but to her surprise, she finds that Kansas has more to offer than she had thought. After some time had passed since moving to Kansas, Abby gradually begins to change without even realizing it herself until the day she comes to understand that putting God first and seeking His will for her life is the only thing that brings joy, peace, and satisfaction. Her life takes a totally different direction than the one she had chosen for herself. Because of the faithfulness of Abby's parents to stay in God's will, not only Abby, but many others, come to see the great things God can do if we put Him first.

If you grew up during the baby boomer years, you will enjoy reading this book, and if not, you will enjoy learning what it was like growing up in the late fifties. It will spark memories of your own childhood. OJ Hurt grew up instilled with a Christian faith and describes himself as "e;just a man living as best I know how and as taught me by my parents and grandparents."e; This book will take you into small-town memories and describe what it's like to be a police officer. As a police pilot, OJ will place you in the cockpit of a police helicopter and will make you feel as though you are in the cockpit flying with him. This book will describe what it's like being a federal investigator and will allow you some insight into investigative questioning techniques. OJ's three decades of investigative experience and his experience as an army counterintelligence officer is a career-rich in action and stories. OJ describes his leadership philosophy and how committed leadership can effect improvement. OJ describes what it's like as an army counterintelligence officer and developing a tough mindset as a leader of combat operations. Learn how he put together six intelligence teams from scratch and how tactical intelligence sources are determined and why one does not leave a footprint on an intelligence source. Enjoy.

Could a child or young adult in your life have an underlying medical condition that is being explained away as a psychiatric problem? This type of misdiagnosis has become surprisingly common. This is a heartfelt, informational, true story of a thirteen-year-old girl who had an unexplained weight loss and other bizarre symptoms that were deemed to be psychological before all avenues of a physical illness were explored. The names have all been changed in order to protect the identity of the involved persons. The eleven-day confinement at a psychiatric hospital, involuntary commitment trial, and testing for the actual physical illness and simple cure are all documented to explain why this young girl should not have to live with a lifelong label of mental illness. This story suggests decisions made in fear are often poor. Doctors should not be afraid to tell their patients that they do not know, and parents should not be afraid of questioning health-care professionals' decisions. The nearly fatal mistake was thwarted with the support of family, friends, open-minded, true professionals, and most of all, with divine intervention.

Have you ever wished the Easter Bunny would point your children toward Christ? Martus is a very ordinary rabbit who finds himself in an extraordinary situation when he accidentally becomes trapped in the tomb with Jesus. Martus, whose name means witness, experiences fear, sorrow, and regret. Hungry and afraid, he finally prays that God's will be done. Nothing could have prepared this tiny rabbit for the mighty rush of wind, supernatural fireworks, and awesome demonstration of the power of God's love. Martus becomes a witness to the greatest moment of our collective history. His fortune is not in that the Lord helped him escape by rolling the stone away . . . but in that he was made new. Martus's confession can model for children a simple prayer and admission of need. Martus and the cave is a story about grace: yours and mine. Our circumstances or "e;caves"e; look different, but our God is the same today and forever. Based on the resurrection story and the biblical truths, "e;Do not be afraid for I am with you,"e; and "e;Let everything that has breath praise the Lord,"e; Martus will point your children toward the true joy of Easter, the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In Devotions from the Heart, Carmen Entzel opens her heart to the reader, sharing personal everyday life experiences to illustrate God's love for His people. Those experiences came alive again on the written page as she wrote each devotion. Writing about them brought laughter, sadness, tears, and joy all over again. Her hope is that the reader will experience the same emotions, and realize anew how much God loves His children as He walks with them through their life's journey

Are you fully healed from your invisible wounds? As Christians we have all faced moments of feeling pressed or oppressed by life situations. However, there is a way that one can live healed and as a body of Christ we are charged to help others as well to heal from invisible wounds. This begins with love and transforming our minds to the mind of Christ (see Romans 12:2). Most importantly, to not continue the Life Cycle of Complacency in dealing with any mental health, substance abuse, sexual addictions, or any other invisible wounds that try to overwhelm us. In these pages are insightful educational tools and resources to help not only yourself but others, and especially church leaders to assist others to not only get strong in their healing but also to remain strong in their healing from invisible wounds.

Still She Speaks is a tale of every woman. A journey of failure and faith, laughter and tears, heartache and joy. Travel through time as you follow the thread of Sondra's life as she pursues an elusive dream, wrestles with difficult challenges, copes with devastating loss, but is anchored by enduring friendships and a growing faith. You'll be gripped by the raw pain of a tragic discovery, and by the redeeming power of an ever-loving God. Believable and poignant, persuasive and compelling, Still She Speaks will leave you breathless, applauding God's sovereign touch as it culminates in a final, surprise twist that is satisfying and will ignite the flame of your own faith journey.

My son Max Gold Dwares passed away on February 18, 2004, from complications related to a bone marrow transplant that he had on July 27, 2001, to cure him of chronic myelogenous leukemia. This book is Max's story as told by him (and continued by me) and captured by photographs by myself and other family friends in black and white and a few color photos as Max began his chemotherapy until his untimely demise at the tender age of twenty. The book was in the initial stages by Max but stopped as Max grew sicker, leading to his death. Max asked me to continue his book shortly before he passed away as a tribute to everyone left behind, but more importantly, as a reminder that while disease can be brutal and take lives, a positive attitude and faith can take you forward. Faith comes in many shapes and flavors. It doesn't matter what race or religion one is. Max was born in the Jewish faith but believed we are all created equal in the eyes of God. Max, from an early age, always seemed somewhat special. What I mean was he had a unique ability to seem to get along with adults and understand how they felt. He always knew what words to say to offer comfort and understanding. This continued throughout his life. This book, while at times quite emotional and honest, hopefully will serve as a guide for families going through a disease and how one reacts and lives through the process. It's a story of hope and dreams, of faith and questioning, and of one's belief in the eternal God when death appears around the corner. It's also a story of dreams and trying to attain them. It's a story of how families rely and rally around each other when the times get rough. It's a story of how someone battling cancer still needs to carry on and live life to the best, and it's a story and testament to a young man who lived a short time but accomplished so much and has left a lasting legacy. It's a story of how one's belief in God during good times and bad will serve as a beacon to guide one's spirit forward during the journey of life and life beyond.

Ron Whited has masterfully blended scripture with real life events. "e;Divine Appointments and Miraculous Moment's format is fascinating. Ron takes a story from scripture, crafts it into a historical novel. He then offers a remarkable corresponding present day experience from events in his life. His distinctive, animated writing flair makes the Bible and miracles come alive. The innovative and unique approach of this book will impact your life forever. You will be mesmerized by Ron's numerous testimonies of miracles. Ron's riveting storytelling will keep you spellbound from page one. If you enjoy reading about miracles, you have picked up the right book

I have compiled twenty years of my drawings that people have often told me they would love to color. I drew these sketches in waiting rooms, national parks, riding in cars, on pontoon boats, and in my own back yard. My Daughter and grandson are often subjects of my work, too. Each one has a special memory for me, and I thank God for giving me this compulsion to draw. Each line and stroke was a prayer

Are modern young woman coming out of college achieving all their potential, or are they struggling with fears, insecurities, unemployment, and many roles and responsibilities imposed by family and society? This book is a tool to encourage women to seek their true value throughout these junctions in their lives and to find their gifts. I urge them to begin this amazing journey called life with the end in mind. This book also talks to mothers and grandmothers about different career paths for women and what it takes for women to be successful so that they could aid and guide their young daughters and granddaughters through the different paths. The difference between a woman worth more than a ruby and a regular woman is the ability to endure and to learn through all the kneeling down moments of their life, the key lessons that will lift them up to all the upcoming leaning in moments. This book represents the heartbeat of those kneeling down and leaning in moments we face when trying to handle career and family. Most women are not prepared to deal with careers, family, and the glass ceilings that await them. If you are like me, you will fear many things, you will be misunderstood plenty of times, you will be ignored or put down, and you will be set aside, and often, there will be the urge to run away from it all, but I encourage you to endure it all with a life plan that takes you all the way to the finish line. I urge women to focus more on the character ladder and being grounded on their gifts, passions, skills, personality than on the corporate ladder we are often pressured to climb. I urge women to continue to find the truth, and I shared how I found the things that we all long for, such as joy, peace, gratitude, love, forgiveness, goodness and self-restraint through the most difficult kneeling down moments of my life, and all these have transformed me from a worm to a ruby.

Life's purpose is expressed in poetry. Erupted and Evolved speaks to the sensitivity and sincerity within the soul. It reveals messages of the heart. This book of poetry calls on imagination and unlocks emotion. Inside these pages, you will be tickled by the whisper of words that evoke bursts of awareness and self-love. The reader will discover untapped insight and a greater potential to embrace life.

All of the information that you will find in The Christian Handbook of Survival comes out of the pages of your Bible. It's all there in plain sight, but you have to seek it out diligently, by asking God to reveal to you understanding of the letter or road map to success in the Kingdom of God. God wants to approve you, but you must study like you're studying for an exam or test in school. If you don't do your homework and test time comes, you will most likely fail. God is much more forgiving and kind than most professors would be in this case, but God wants you to know who you are, he already knows, he just simply wants you to know who you are. So this book was written to encourage you in your quest for eternal knowledge and to inspire you to pursue God with much passion, as you would if you wanted a husband or wife to live the rest of your lives with. It is with this same passion and desire for the Word of Truth that God delights in when he sees you studying to show yourself approved, a workman unto God, not being ashamed by rightly dividing the Word of Truth.

The threat of apocalypse is meat for the postmodern world. The possibility that it will happen is a hook for book buyers and moviegoers throughout the Western world. But what is it that happens in "e;the apocalypse?"e; The Rev. Albert Krueger challenges the standard view of apocalypse in From the Fords of the Jordan to the Plain of Shinar by seeing the Bible through a different frame of reference, the notion that apocalypse is the leaven, which gives rise to the canon of the Old Testament and the conclusive testimony of the New. He brings the fruit of a lifetime of preaching the Gospel, studying the scriptures, and the practicing the art of philosophical reflection to this radical new approach. Giving credence to both the valid discoveries of modern research and the consistency of the biblical message as a whole, Krueger demonstrates that apocalypse is an idea and an experience as well as an expectation. It is the governing principle of a way of life. Krueger's style of writing is part anecdote, part historical narrative, and part Bible study. During his journey from Ezekiel to Paul, he encourages the reader to ask new and biblically informed questions regarding contemporary Christian assumptions, expectations, and hopes in the world today. These questions emerge through a reformatting of the text, which reveals a fourfold overlay of biblical worlds rather than the standard linear progression from the moment of creation to the advent of doom. While From the Fords of the Jordan to the Plain of Shinar is a stand-alone work, a follow-up work is in the hopper. In this sequel, Krueger intends to consider the apocalyptic idea to be the hidden organizing principle of Western civilization. Just as the question of what "e;happens"e; in apocalypse needs to be addressed, so does the question of what "e;ends"e; when a world ends.

Have you ever stopped to notice that the Bible is full of questions? Questions that invite us to look deeper inside of God's word so that we can see the fullness of what he really wants to say to us. In this book, Questions from the Creator, author Michael Cretaro takes questions from the beginning to the end of scripture and presents them in a way that is both entertaining and inspiring, educational and also devotional. In each question, there is a chance to look at what God is saying to us in a much deeper way. When considered in their entirety, this book takes the reader on a journey that will remain interesting and memorable. This book, Questions from the Creator, compiles a collection of sixty-three biblical questions that one rarely finds brought together. That makes it perfect for both individual study and bible study fellowships. And at the end of each chapter, there are questions for personal reflection or discussion. Questions from the Creator gives the reader a chance to do much more than just read the bible, it provides a chance to understand it, and in the process, grow closer to the creator who wrote and inspired it.

Have you ever come home from a long day to see your cat curled up on the couch sleeping and it looks like they haven't moved all day? Well you would be very surprised to know what actually goes on while you're away. Some of the stuff my cat does is only in your wildest dreams. Here's what I imagine happens while I'm gone and my cat is busy with all kinds of things.