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U-Turn to Paradise provides the reader with a figurative treasure map that is oftentimes described in literal terms. Revealed in the stories that are retold is a how-to-get-to-heaven-from-here-to-there book. Testimonials from believers provide statements of miraculous deliveries, which also define their level of Christian faith and express how ordinary people overcome day-to-day struggles and relationship dramas through the power of prayer, praise, and living holy to the glory of God. Through the reading of their testimonies, one may find out how to do the same in one's life--that is, make a "U-turn to paradise." We see how they, through the power of the Holy Spirit, established true Christian boundaries and practical worship in the name of Jesus Christ in a world that has become more and more accepting of evil with each passing day!Other testimonials are gleaned from the lives of biblical figures. In these stories, Marilyn reveals how these inspired men of God struggled to either regain their spiritual compass or were determined to help others to discover the blessings and the practical benefits of making their "U-turn to paradise." She uses the retelling of these testimonials to showcase how-to examples, even algorithms, of how one who is living in today's 2012, 2013, and 2014 generation and beyond can follow the narrow path in the way that Jesus of Nazareth went to return to the great God in heaven!You will also learn that you must be spiritually fit--that is, "U" must repent of your sins and ask God for His unfailing mercy to be cleansed of all unrighteousness!At the writing of the second edition, God has blessed her to reside in Rancho Cordova, California, a city located just east of Sacramento, the state capital!In closing, she prays in the holy name of Jesus is that may it grow fervently, your desire to serve Him, He who can hold you blameless before God (2 Peter 3.14), "in spirit and in truth" (John 4:24) day by day by all day; may you purpose in your heart in these evil-filled days to be with the Lord Jesus Christ; and may you answer the divine call of your shepherd and your King to be a member of His remnant church and thus return unto Him to live in paradise (Psalm 23:1; Revelation 2:7)!A-m-e-n! A-m-e-n! A-l-l-e-l-u-i-a!

Imagine finding hope in the midst of deep grief after the loss of your beloved pup! Hope that the separation from your furry best friend is temporary. Hope that they are experiencing beautiful moments. Hope that they are saving that special snuggle spot for you. Dear Momma is a love story sharing the glory of heaven and giving hope to heal a broken heart.

Guillo was a man who never accepted "You can't do that." He left his country, his family, and a comfortable lifestyle to make opportunities in a new world. He couldn't speak the language, but he kept forging ahead based on merit and perseverance. Guillo was a man who never stopped learning and improvising. He was the first to accomplish several feats in the state he accidentally chose to live in. In the end, life has many bumps and turns as we each work to improve the lives of others through unexpected accidents and twists leading us down the road to happiness.

In this fourth book of the Grampa Hal series, Davey receives good news and overcomes the sadness that he has had since Grampa's last visit. Grampa shows up with more boxes than he has ever brought before. Davey gets two new special friends.When it's time to open Grampa's duct-taped boxes, Davey is thrilled at what Grampa tells him. Little Davey gets caught up in some sticky business as the boxes are being opened.Grampa, Mama, and Little Davey make some golden memories at the pond in the park. The first thing that Davey catches at the pond shocks Grampa and Mama.Come on, let's get back over to Maplewood Avenue and find out what caused Davey's glum mood and enjoy another fun adventure with Grampa, Mama, and Little Davey Gibson.

The Wisdom and Insight of Matthew Henry: Helping Modern Christians Strengthen Their Walk with God is an incredible distillation of Matthew Henry's unequaled insight into the Bible.The manuscript is a longtime labor of love that has been several years in the making. The authors, Mike Wing and Victoria Junkins, have harvested wisdom and powerful insight of Matthew Henry, one of the most influential theologians of all time. Drawn from his critically acclaimed monumental commentary on the Bible and organized by topic, this book of wisdom and insight cannot help but have a profound effect on the reader and strengthening one's walk with God.The authors are well-qualified to write such a book. Mike Wing is a lawyer and longtime CEO of several companies with a DMin., a master's in divinity, a master's in theology, and a master's in apologetics. Victoria Junkins is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, has a master's in business administration, and has spent many years doing ministry work with the church.

Have you ever considered how God works in your life? Have you ever wondered why things have gone the way they have for you?In my life, I have experienced good times and tough times. I have lived in extreme poverty and with extraordinary wealth. I have seen some ugly parts of life and some beautiful parts too. I have lived through the horrors of war and the tragedies of death. I have suffered pain and loss, as well as healing and gain. I have experienced heartache and heartbreak, as well as joy and rejoicing that are beyond words. Some wonderful people have influenced me, and I have been able to influence others as well. I have started businesses and closed businesses. And the list could go on and on. The point is this: in spite of the difficulties, I consider myself to have lived a rich and full life!My desire in authoring this story is to share with my family--kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids--some of the events of my life that I believe have some relevance for them, particularly events about God's work in my life. Some of what I have to tell them now will be comforting or more precious to them later. The first section, "Grandpa Saw the Light," is about my conversion to Jesus Christ and the circumstances surrounding it. The second section, "Grandpa Shined the Light," is about my personal growth as a believer. And the third section, "Grandpa Shared the Light," is about my ministry and service for God.I also hope this book will be a source of encouragement to many, so they share their own story with others, particularly their loved ones. Everyone's life is a unique story, and it is meant to be shared with others. Some stories are more dramatic or sensational than others, but all are important.Your story is about God's work in your life and your response to Him. I hope this book is a source of blessing for you.

"Eastern Orthodoxy illuminated by the Gospel is one of the greatest books ever written about the Orthodoxy. Reading the book Eastern Orthodoxy illuminated by the Gospel is like climbing a high mountain, where your visual field gets expanded with each step, discovering new and exciting details, and finally gives an exceptional panoramic view that evokes the strongest feelings! Each new line is like a new stair leading to a highest top, from where you can observe the whole Orthodoxy. Orthodoxy from God's perspective. Light of the glorious Gospel and Christ's teachings shines like the sun throughout this book, illuminating a complete profession of faith of the Eastern Orthodox Church."Sladjan Djuric Author of the book Only Scripture, Serbia"I have never understood why Eastern Orthodox people practice or believe certain things. When I would ask, I would either get silence or a very confusing and superficial answer. Ivica's book made those mysterious things clear for the first time and helped me understand the essence and the roots of the Orthodox religion. Without exaggeration I think this is a first-class apologetic manual ever written. Everyone who is called to work with Orthodox believers should have this book because it can help them understand the people who practice Eastern Orthodoxy, and give them directions how to pray and preach the Gospel more efficiently (2. Corinthians 4:3-4, Ephesians 6:12).'' Jan Vareca Editor of a Christian e-magazine 'The trumpet of Zion', Serbia"Eastern Orthodoxy has been largely unknown in the West, but in the recent years there has been a surge of interest, particularly among Christians of Protestant/Evangelical orientation, many of whom wish to find out more about this mystical expression of faith that captivates by its ancient charm and connection to the early church fathers. The book Eastern Orthodoxy Illuminated by the Gospel by Ivica Stamenkovic will unlock the mysteries of Eastern Orthodoxy for the Western readers. A native of Serbia, a country with a strong Eastern Orthodox majority, Ivica had the advantage of studying Eastern Orthodoxy at its source. The product of his studies is a volume that deserves to be called nothing less than a textbook on Eastern Orthodoxy and probably the first of its kind available in the English language. His clear, scholarly approach leaves no stones unturned. Needless to say, a study such as this one has been long overdue in the West. Even though scholarly, the book is by no means "dry" and is an enjoyable read, cover to cover."Alex Jovanovic Pastor of Mooretown Brethren in Christ Church Sandusky, Michigan, USA

It's been nine months since Zaravor nearly took over Aralan. When Everest's aunt, Callista, shows up at her birthday unexpectedly, Everest realizes it's time to move. Now Everest and her friends are on a quest to retrieve the Crystal Scepter, a mysterious artifact hidden deep within the Atlas Mountains. Meanwhile, Soren begins his reign as king, learning to lead, exposing enemies, and bringing peace to all. Adventure leaps off the page, and secrets lurk behind each corner in the second book of the Aralan Chronicles, an adventure like no other.

In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. He existed in the beginning with God. God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him. The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it. (John 1:1-5 New Living Testament)All things bright and beautiful, All creatures great and small, All things wise and wonderful: The Lord God made them all. (Words: Cecil F. Alexander, pub.1848; Music: "Bright and Beautiful" by William H. Monk, 1887. Public Domain)

This anthology represents a selective literary collection of research and scholarship over fifty years of the author's professional career. At the time this manuscript was submitted to the publisher, America was experiencing an endemic in violent crime and mass shootings; death, destruction, and heartache over COVID-19; an increase in suicides among young people; a rise and proliferation of hate groups rooted in the philosophy of white supremacy; an increase in homelessness; and a loss of hope for far too many people!The reader of this manuscript will find a generalized discussion across various titles rooted in the results of human oppression in its various forms on the choices human beings make. But if readers draw anything of importance or significance from the manuscript, let it be to keep hope alive in a world gone mad!

The Best Thing is partly my story but mostly about God's amazing grace. The book may be crude and raw, but outside Calvary's forgiveness, it's neither worth writing or reading. Honestly, I'm the least of all of these, not really gifted in any particular way-willing, not gifted. If I have a gift, it is believing in the One that saved me, obedience to the One that called me. The Best Thing is meant to be driven, to stir you that you might exit the book transformed from your entrance. Don't leave the way you came that He might become greater and we the lesser. The book is designed to make you mad or get you excited, move you to sing your song, understand you have gifts, and share those gifts in a God-honoring, glorifying way. At the end of the day, when we do the math, consider the earth's spinning, rotating 23.5 degrees on axis; there is no reasonable explanation for my story or yours to be saved by God's mercy. This book is for all people everywhere. It covers the globe, all races, colors, and geographical locations. There are people everywhere living in thousands of years of unforgiveness. God nailed His Son to a cross to pay our ransom that we might be forgiven and forgive one another. This book is a call to put down our arms, receive God's payment on Calvary's shore, take up our crosses, and love one another. Jesus is not a "thing"; in fact, He is many things. So we'll just leave you with The Best Thing and pray that you drive it. Hear the call within its pages to sing your song.

It saddens me to learn that so many Christians and churchgoers do not know if they are saved, born again, or going to heaven, or if they know the importance of God's Word. I saw God's people perishing because of their lack of knowledge of God. I would ask, "Are you saved?"The answers would be, "I hope so. I go to church, and I sing in the choir," etc. I would grieve at these answers. Some lack knowledge because no priority is placed on the Word of God or preaching the Word of God or reading the Bible.I spoke in many churches, taught the Bible, and preached the Bible. I found some perishing because they rejected the Word of God. Some thought the message that was given from the pulpit on their day of worship was all they needed. Some thought being baptized was the born-again experience. Some thought going to the building was an act of salvation. When the Holy Spirit taught me the truth, I was sorrowful each time I would visit a church. I felt death, spiritual death. I prayed, "Lord, please teach Your Word or preach Your Word to the people. Please let it be Your truth." I was burdened for years, and the Lord anointed me to be a part of serving His truth and His Word. Thank you, God.

The author was born in a small town in the Virginia mountains. His nine-year-old sister, Phyllis, died when he was two years old. While she lay in the living room in a casket, he was gently made to understand that she was gone and would never return to play with him. He was devastated and returned to his room crying as he lay down on the bed. Jesus appeared to him suspended in the air with his sister next to Him. Jesus asked him why he was crying, and said his sister was safe with Him. He told him to help his mother and not to cry anymore. He had trouble processing what Jesus had just said but would never forget His words, which would influence him the rest of his life and become a guide star to fulfill the purpose that the Almighty God had planned for him.Robert became a successful attorney and later graduated from seminary. His ability to understand the Bible, together with his legal analysis, clearly substantiate that he saw the risen Lord in all His glory who rose from the dead more than two thousand years ago! Robert's witness shows that the Bible is truly the Word of God and can be trusted. God has a plan for every person's life and desires that you turn to Him and fulfill the plan and purpose He has for your life!

A young woman's car breaks down, leaving her stranded alongside a country road. She sets out on foot to find help, only to wander into a real-world nightmare from which there is no escape--except one. She must make a choice--the single most difficult choice she could ever be made to make. Her decision will determine the fate of her immortal soul.A distinguished scholar discovers a vast library containing the sum of all human learning. It is his to enjoy for all eternity--but there is a catch. Is a man--any man--fit to live forever? He may have found the answer in an old book. But will he believe? He must make a choice--the single most difficult choice he could ever be made to make. His immortal soul hangs in the balance. C. S. Lewis famously said that in the end there are only two kinds of people: those who say to God, "Thy will be done," and those to whom God says, "Thy will be done." These stories are those words recast in parable form.

God has big plans for your life. You are unique, handcrafted by God, and nobody knows this better than God Himself. But can you recognize the greatness in you? We truly limit God when we don't allow Him to take us through the infamous transformation process He's so known for. No matter what stage of life you are in, there is something God is working on in your life. Though we each differ in the things God needs to work out in our lives, one thing we all have in common is that God needs to take us from our "Egypt" into our "Promised Land." Leaving Egypt behind will help you leave behind past mistakes and hurts and a life you no longer want to live and embrace the promises of God so you can fulfill your God-given assignment.

This book is based on a true story about an infant who grew up without any parents (no mother or father); struggled throughout life; endured hardships, ups and downs, highs and lows; dealt with racism, discrimination, mental, verbal, and psychological abuse; functioned independently; graduated from college with a professional degree without owing a cent for financial aid; built a house from the ground up without owing a single cent; bought timeshare property; gave birth to two amazing children who both attended college.That orphan, that person, happens to be no other than myself! I did it because of persistence, perseverance, resilience, and a strong will to survive.

The reason I wrote this book is because I know God loves us, and no matter what turmoil we face in life, his love will always save us. All we have to do is have faith. I know that the devil wants us to stray from the essence of the Creator. I wrote this so people will know the difference between God's purpose for our salvation and the devil's wicked plot against us. God is a loving God, and he will never leave or forsake us. We need to get a better understanding of God's grace instead of falling victim to our own selfish ways. God bless!

A Child's Journey from Foster Care to AdoptionMy life tells the parable of a child who finds the ultimate adoption through being fostered. At the tender age of five, I was taken from the custody of my natural parents and turned over as a ward of the state. After years of searching for my identity, I was able to find it through my beautiful foster mother Jimmie. She showed me the way to an adoption that supersedes natural logic. Many that travel the road of foster care are lost and suffer from identity crisis. Unfortunately, some give up in their youth and commit suicide. Some remain lost and follow the same path as their biological parents. Others struggle until they come to a place of reckoning and die to their old life and morph into a beautiful butterfly. This is the journey to freedom I took in foster care. Unbeknownst to me, I traveled the same path as my biological mother. I came to the same fork in the road as she and had to decide whether to let the old man die or keep him alive. The decision was not easy, but it was doable. There were so many distractions and enticing worldly privileges that had to be denounced. My biological mother ran from her opportunity of new roots, but I decided to stick to mine. My new roots provided lessons and instructions that helped me become the improved woman and mother I am today. I have been adopted into a family larger than life itself, and I would have it no other way!

The Bible Is Applicable! is a Bible study designed to help grandchildren, those young in Christ, or anyone become more comfortable and less intimidated in using it and understand that it is the life instruction manual given to us by God. Everything we need to know for successful living, relationships, and family is in it. Where the Old Testament gives our history and prophecies to be fulfilled hundreds of years later and demonstrates the importance of obeying God and His continued faithfulness, the New Testament conveys the life and times of Jesus and His instruction for living today. What is so wonderful is that the God of the Old Testament is the same God we have today. It is hoped that by taking this journey, one will gain some familiarity with the Bible, increase knowledge about the characteristics of our God, and develop a passion for Him and His Word.

Covenant with God-a Biblical and Historical View at Healing Our Nation is a labor of love truly focused on returning to God as a nation and examining how our country, which was founded on God's principles and Judeo-Christian values, has gotten off track so significantly and what we need to do as a nation to get back to where God is first in every aspect of our society. Then the covenant our Founding Fathers made with God will be restored, and we can once again enjoy the full blessings of favor, peace, and protection from our God-for our nation.

When we find ourselves drifting away from our relationship with Jesus, it can cause fear, anxiety, and a sense of emptiness deep within. We want to get back to the relationship we once had with Jesus, but how do we do that, especially when we know that we have tried and failed many times before? Jesus wants us to meet Him in the middle of our mess. He wants us to come to Him when we are weary, and He wants to walk with us as we reseek Him fervently and intentionally.Unsure you can get back there alone? Follow along on this journey with Elle Brown as she offers you some unique and thought-provoking insights and just a few simple steps to get back to the relationship that you crave with Jesus. Reseeking Jesus will help you see yourself in a way that will allow you to change your narrative so you can recultivate a long-lasting relationship with Jesus that you will never want to drift from again.Elle will show you how to get through your difficulties using a Christ-centered approach and ultimately trade in your feelings of emptiness, worthlessness, and shame for those of love, peace, and a genuine fulfillment of your soul.

Warning! Warning! Warning!Major changes are imminent at the door. This is not a drill. Don't poke your head in the sand.Urgent preparation is required for the soon-coming tribulation transition. Souls who are lost should trust the Lord Jesus Christ, and Christians should draw closer to God.During this time of trouble, the human life span will increase, but this will be offset by cataclysmic disasters and torment. War, multiple massive earthquakes and huge volcano explosions, poisoning of vast water supplies, darkness, drought, and oppressive heat shall be overwhelming.God's wrath produces a substantive reconstruction of earth but causes the level of comfort to progressively deteriorate throughout these unknown number of years.Amid the death and destruction on earth, many grand and marvelous events transpire in heaven.When this transition period ends, it ushers in a veritable utopia on earth for about one thousand years.Also presented is the concept every church leader needs to know: Stewards continue on earth several years after the Church is completed and taken to heaven.Pastors, deacons, teachers, song leaders may be left behind, not because they are lost souls but to witness for the Savior through much of the tribulation period.And Stewards are not taken out with the Church because their group has not run its course. The finale of their forming will be about six and a half years after the beginning of the tribulation.Herein is a step-by-step survey of events described in the book of Revelation, given in sequential order, and with possible times linked to many happenings.Knowledge of the time frame of events given in this book are imperative for navigating the treacherous terrain of the tribulation transition on route to glorious transformation and avoiding judgment.Kingdoms of heaven are at hand!Repent!

Camden's Crazy Christmas tells the inspiring story of a young boy who discovers through the magic of Christmas that it is better to give than to receive. Believing it is his time to visit the North Pole, Camden spends the nights leading up to Christmas waiting up for Santa. With each passing night, Camden's hope in Santa grows dim. What happens next not only restores his hope in Christmas but also teaches the valuable lesson of putting others first. Join Camden for Christmas break and discover how this will be a Christmas to remember.

Let's armor up! It is true there is a very real enemy in the world; however, we believe in a very real and powerful God who generously provides us with the most important piece of protection imaginable! It is the full armor of God. In the same way we put clothes on every day, it's important we dress ourselves with this special armor for protection over our minds, hearts, and emotions. With it, we become mighty warriors of God!

Some events in our lives can leave us feeling shattered, lost, doubtful, and scared. When going through these times in our lives, we can wonder how God can use them for His glory. How can God use abuse or the loss of a child? How can He use addiction or any of the other mistakes that haunt our past?When we look at the Bible, we don't see perfect people. We see people who struggled, who suffered, and who were lost. God used them in spite of that. There are countless powerful stories in the Bible where things seem to be irreparable, but God showed how amazing He is. God showed how powerful He is in the Bible and can do the same in your life.You have to be willing to allow Him access to the sometimes-painful areas. The areas we want to hide from Him are where God tends to do His best work. What was once something we were ashamed of, God can turn it around to impact people lost in the same situation. There is always hope regardless of the situation whether unexpected or a consequence of our actions or inaction.God can take something seen as broken and turn it into something beautiful that glorifies Him. We have to be willing to allow Him the ability and trust in Him to do so. Are you ready to see what God can do with the shattered pieces of your life?

When speaking of the spirit world, people in general tend to think of the deceased for whatever reason when speaking of spirits. Whenever the spirit world is mentioned, it hasn't anything to do with the deceased nor deceased loved ones.Scripture says in Ecclesiastes 9:5, "As for the dead, they are conscious of nothing at all!"Also 1 Corinthians 5:3 says, "Absent in body, but present in spirit with the Lord!"Then who are pretending to be spirits of the dead, masquerading as spirits of the deceased or deceased loved ones? Wicked spirits or demons? They are the angelic sons of God who joined Satan in rebellion against God.Then war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels or angelic sons of God fought against the dragon who fought back with his one-third of angels or angelic sons of God but was defeated and cast out of heaven, down to earth, never allowed to stay in heaven any longer. They are now on the earth, coexisting with us as spirit persons or demons.Demons are invisible wicked spirit persons sometimes called fallen angels, having superhuman power. The first to make himself one was Satan, the devil, who became the ruler of other angelic sons of God, who also made themselves demons.Though restrained from materializing, they still have great power and influence over the minds and lives of mankind, even having the ability to enter and possess humans and animals as well as to use inanimate things such as houses.These invisible, wicked spirit persons, known as demons, have the ability to enter humans and possess their bodies to dwell in as their own, and control individuals to perform their will and purposes, which is to harm, steal, kill, or destroy. Neither age nor gender are exceptions.World, demons are the culprits, pretending and masquerading to be spirits of the deceased or loved ones, to spread the sickness and advance the idea that the dead are still living on the earth!