The Elijah Hael Series by Steve Goodwin

Elijah Hael - The Genetic Code

A dazzling,  thought provoking, combination of faith versus secular beliefs, science fiction, spiritual warfare, action adventure and romance.


Captivating, compelling, challenging, fast-paced and full of action-packed adventure, this novel is book two in the series of Elijah Hael novels, the first being Elijah Hael & The Last Judgement, thwarts onward the knowledge of good versus evil in this non-stop adventure that leaves one thirsting for more. 

Yesterday's gone. Tomorrow is a distant hope. Now means everything...Nya struggled to believe her accomplishment.  Nearly a decade's work was all coming together.  This was her moment.  The Nobel Prize would be hers for the taking.  Her work was going to change the face of bio-science forever.  The only problem was someone with an exceptionally dark desire wanted to twist her work for sinister purposes that would change the face of life on earth forever.  And he was prepared to go to any lengths to get it.  Thus began a chain of startling events that would force Nya to place her trust in an unknown man whom she discovered from archived news reports ... had died years ago.

Journey with Nya, a believer, as her faith is tested.  Join Isaac, a non-believer, who questions his existence.  Discover how they face death together in a remarkable adventure.  An emotionally rich, adventure story which will delight those who quest personally challenging and thought provoking reads.

Steve Goodwin is inspired by authors such a J.R. Tolkien (Lord of the Rings) and C. S. Lewis (Chronicles of Narnia) who mix fantasy and reality while promoting Christian values.  He is also the author of the acclaimed Elijah Hael series of novels.  After a difficult childhood Steve developed a fascination with the nature of the supernatural, spiritual and physical worlds and how they affect the lives around us.  This led him on a journey spanning two decades of studying, experiences and discovery.  As well as demonstrating a profound respect for faith and the battles of doubt, he seamlessly mixes reality with creativity, inspired by Biblical concepts and personal understandings, constructing worlds, dimensions, events, and stories that are relatable.  Steve's successful software development career allows him to juggle being an author while still creating compelling software solutions for his clients.

For more information visit Elijah Hael. You can get your copy of Elijah Hael-The Genetic Code at Amazon, in Kindle Edition, at Barnes and Noble, SmashWords and iTunes.

Beyond Heaven - A New Earth

Find new purpose and renewed faith as you gain a better understanding of God's eternal purpose for His Children in Beyond Heaven – A New Earth!  It's worth living for…

Beyond Heaven-A New Earth by pastor and evangelist, Joseph Keibler, dispels many misconceptions concerning eternal life, Heaven, Hell, the first resurrection and the new Earth that is to come.  This book is an incredible journey presenting an eternal perspective through God's Word of the glorious destiny awaiting believers in Christ.  Not only will one discover that as God's chosen people they have a calling and purpose in the Kingdom of God on Earth, but also beyond Heaven and this Earth.  One will discover that Heaven is not the final destination for believers in Christ. 

Rich with scripture, the author builds a firm foundation from God's Word, presenting to readers a challenging and thought provoking read giving concise details on the aspects of eternal life.  Engaging and informative, the author gives readers an inside look into his own life that led him to this firm stance regarding salvation and eternal life.  These eternal viewpoints and rewards are discussed in depth, giving understanding to believers and enabling one to live a victorious life here on Earth, while looking forward to the eternal destiny in the Kingdom of God. 

The glorious future with God in His Kingdom will ignite a passionate faith, birthing a stirring and awakening in the reader's spirit to look beyond their current circumstances, and propel them to find purpose and new meaning in life by looking ahead to their future in Christ.   

Joseph Keibler had a bona fide, born-again Christian experience in 1967. He has pastored two churches; taught at a Bible college; ministered in Mexico, Europe, India and China; and served as a missionary evangelist to Nigeria, West Africa. He has seen the door of Heaven literally open and God sweep fields of lost souls into His kingdom like a mighty wind, and seen and experienced miracles that few people are privileged to witness. He is now retired and spends time writing and encouraging others to find that narrow gate and straight way of truth.

He is what is described as both a literalist and an apologist. As a literalist, he believes a person should take the Scriptures literally, except where there is evidence that another meaning should be applied, such as an allegory or a parable. He believes in studying Scripture without having a predetermined belief about its meaning, and letting it speak to you, rather than speaking your beliefs into it.

As an apologist, he writes in the defense of the things that are so clear that there can be no misunderstanding of what they mean, not to put forth some new truth. Those things that remain in silhouettes will be unveiled in their proper time, when the Light of Heaven appears and makes them plain. Upon those Scriptures that are clear, he has built and defends a belief in an eternal destiny…Beyond Heaven.  
 
For more information visit Beyond Heaven. You can get your copy of Beyond Heaven- A New Earth at Amazon and at Barnes and Noble.

Christian Book Review - eciple: Gospel: Encountering and Remembering the Good News of Jesus

Title: eciple: Gospel: Encountering and Remembering the Good News of Jesus
By: Matt Eachus
ASIN#B00CAVTJAY
Review Date: July 11, 2013
A Christian Book Review
9.9 out of 10.0 stars

What is the Good News? And how does the Gospel apply to my life today?  Matt Eachus answers these questions and more in his new ebook eciple: Gospel: Remembering the Good News of Jesus.  The eciple™ series is designed to be an accurate, but focused ebook teaching made available to Christians and unbelievers alike that may be curious about salvation and the Good News. 

With much scripture and grace, author Matt Eachus introduces to readers why the Gospel is important to all mankind.  This concise, video-enchanced eBook edition of eciple: Gospel therefore presents biblical concepts to readers in a simple, easy-to-read format.  Matt Eachus takes stories from his life intertwined with humor as 'a church kid that grew to love Jesus' to relate the Good News to all, giving the reader a firm sense and awe of the work of the Cross.  Revealing the need for a Savior and Jesus' perfect sacrifice, readers will not be disappointed with this invigorating eBook displaying the transforming power of Jesus Christ.

Giving an overview of the Old Testament men that were used mightily of God such as: Abraham, Noah, Moses, Joseph and David, the author reveals God's plans and purposes throughout the ages.  The author expresses and builds a picture through scriptural application that man is in need of a Savior, unveiling that Jesus is the way, the truth and the life.

With a firm biblical foundation, readers will find this book uplifting, insightful and an instructional read.  Developed either for the mature believer, new believers or skeptics alike, the book gives readers in laymen's terms the definition of why the Good News is really, really GOOD NEWS!  Without a doubt, this is an eBook that can be used as a tool for those that don't understand salvation or for those that want to come back to the joy of their salvation.  This short read is filled with wisdom gained from years of experience that makes for an easy applicable life-changing experience.  Eciple: Gospel is a recommended must-read for new Christians and the non-believer alike.  For more information visit the eciple website.

Available for purchase at Amazon,  the iBookstore, Barnes & Noble, and other eBook stores.
 
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Patrick Thibeault - Army National Guard unit, in the 76th infantry during Operation Enduring Freedom

My Journey as a Combat Medic by Patrick Thibeault depicts his real-life journey from Desert Storm to Operation Enduring Freedom as a combat medic.  An insightful and encouraging read, this book celebrates life, as the author gives his life memoir.  Offering a true depiction of life as an army medic, the author highlights the hope and dignity that medical personnel bring on the field, while giving insight into such conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  Growing up, young Patrick is thrown into the deep end so to speak as an Army Combat Medic serving with the 160th Special Operation Aviation unit deployed to into Desert Storm.  Years, later, his expertise and experience served him well while serving in the Army National Guard unit, in the 76th infantry during Operation Enduring Freedom.  The author has shared his insight, experience and training that gives hope and encouragement to all military personnel serving in our Armed Forces. 

Raised as an Army brat, author Patrick Thibeault has lived all over the world from Germany to Fort Devens to the States --Massachusetts, Fayetteville and North Carolina.  His father was stationed in Seoul, South Korea during his high school years.  Therefore, he attended and graduated from high school in South Korea in 1989.  Upon graduation from high school, he enlisted in the Army, becoming a paratrooper medic.  Patrick was deployed to Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990.  He was then deployed twice to Ecuador during his time with the Kentucky Army National Guard.  He eventually graduated with a Bachelor' Degree in Nursing in 2003 from Marian University in Indianapolis, Indiana.  He has completed his Master's Degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2008.  His awards and decorations include: the Combat Medical Badge, 2nd award from both Desert Storm and Enduring Freedom, The Meritorious Service Medical from Afghanistan and the Air Medal from Desert Storm.  Patrick also has earned the Expert Field Medical Badge, Paratrooper badge and the enlisted crewmember aviation wings.

Get your copy of My Journey as a Combat Medic by Patrick Thibeault at Amazon or in Kindle Edition. For more information about the author and the book visit Medic Story.

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New Book Released on How to Find Inner Peace Even During Chaotic Times

NEWS RELEASE
New Book Released on How to Find Inner Peace Even During Chaotic Times

Jim Lange announces the release of his latest work, Calming the Storm Within: How to Find Peace in this Chaotic World.

What is peace and where does one find it…especially during the storms of life? Offering real answers to this relevant question, the author addresses how to find lasting peace regardless of one's circumstances. He does this by sharing poignant insights of real life stories and allowing the reader to peer into his world while offering a Biblical plan of how to attain true and lasting peace.
Lange, who also wrote Bleedership: Biblical First-Aid for Leaders, shared, "This project truly began because of my lifelong struggle to find inner peace. I know that God wanted me to write this to not only help others, but to also help me. Through the process some incredible insights have been revealed to me that I believe will have a great impact on others."

John Beckett, author of the international best-seller Loving Monday, had this to say, "This is the best book on attaining peace that I've ever read. Jim Lange takes us deep into the scriptural foundation for true peace and, through a transparent window into his personal life, gives us hope that we needn't spend our days in anxiety and worry. Calming the Storm Within has all the makings of a classic, but for now I recommend making it your personal and valued companion."

Lee Powell, Senior Pastor at CedarCreek Church in Toledo, OH added, "I have read countless books on this subject matter in preparation for delivering sermons and I honestly didn't expect to be impressed, but impressed I was! In fact, with Jim's permission I may use some of his highlights for sermon notes. I found the book to be: fresh, thought provoking, challenging, emotionally moving and encouraging. In addition, the way it's written makes it easy to make immediate life applications."

Calming the Storm Within: How to Find Peace in this Chaotic World is available at Amazon, in Kindle Edition and at other fine online bookstores.  Lange has also included some great free resources at Calming The Storm Within.

Jim Lange also serves as Chapter President of
Truth at Work, where he facilitates monthly roundtable meetings with Christian business and ministry leaders in which they act as a board of advisors to one another in helping each other to grow professionally, personally and spiritually. Jim is also the founder and President of Five Feet Twenty – an organization that assists doctors and business owners in helping those they serve to grow closer to Jesus (delivered through a customized monthly magazine). He resides in Lambertville, Michigan with his wife and three children. 

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A Christian Novel by John J. Zelenski

Christian novelist John J. Zelenski presents Walker's Vale – possibly coming soon as a new Christian film and endorsed by Susan Wolf, editor of Christian Film Works Magazine, offers a believable thriller with an unexpected end that will keep moviegoers and readers alike fully engaged. 

Offering a journey of faith, love and redemption riddled with deception and horror, the lives of the Cooper family are forever changed as the supernatural collides with the earthly realm.  For James Cooper, this journey is one of self-introspection and discovery in a new found faith in the One who really saves, Jesus Christ.  John J. Zelenski's novel Walker's Vale is a suspense thriller, encapsulating the meaning of building one's house on the "Rock" of Jesus Christ versus sand.  Brilliantly, Zelenski captures and highlights those things that are truly important in life.  Come discover that miracles really do happen, as the secret of Walker's Vale is unveiled.   

James Cooper along with wife, Maria and their young daughter, Liza, escape the hectic city to the country for a more idyllic lifestyle offered in the town of Walker's Vale, Pennsylvania.  Upon entering the quaint town, the family notices some disturbing attributes that James shrugs off as unsuspecting.  As the family moves into their new home, strange happenings begin to occur.  As the happenings intensify, James has to wonder if they have made a terrible mistake moving to this place.  Climaxing into an exciting thriller, with twists and turns of suspense and intrigue, this movie presents real hope, weaving the power of hope through salvation, with a new understanding of faith and trust for the Cooper family in the saving power of Jesus Christ.  A highly recommended and possible movie that is sure to entertain, encourage and inspire. 

Be sure to get your copy of Walker's Vale at Amazon and in Kindle Edition. To find out more information about the author and the book, visit also visit John J. Zelenski.
 
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Encountering God - God’s Telephone Number by Christian author Fatai Oladapo Adebanjo

Title: God's Telephone Number
By: Fatai Oladapo Adebanjo
ISBN#978-1-937183-72-1
Review Date: July 16, 2013
A Christian Book Review
9.8 out of 10.0 stars

God's Telephone Number by Fatai Oladapo Adebanjo relates to believers in Christ and unbelievers alike, the power and privilege inherent in believing and calling upon Almighty God.  Giving an inside perspective to his own conversion from Muslim to Christianity, the author humbly gives glory to God only for his conversion and for inspiration to pen this unique book.  Full of encouragement and scripture, the author gives a blueprint for connecting with God, while offering guidance through obedience to the Gospel; therefore, forsaking any sin.  This short read also offers encouragement from a scriptural foundation and presents to the readers' simple answers to complex questions on prayer, giving assurance as to why prayers are sometimes delayed.  There is no doubt this author is full of faith in His walk with the Lord.  After reading this uplifting book, the reader will be ignited to walk in faith, believing upon the Lord Jesus Christ for all things.   

With a compassionate heart the author inspires others to look to God in prayer, yet does not hesitate to warn others to change course.  Uplifting, this read surely will win many souls to Christ and can be considered for use as a study guide for the individual or within a prayer group.  Included at the end, is an amazing section of prayers offered on subjects such as: provision, health and finances.  This is a highly recommended read for those that need inspiration or for those that battle doubt.  This short and simple read also comes strongly recommended for Muslims that do no know Christ to aid in understanding the immense grace and mercy of God available to all who call upon His Name. 

For more information about both the author and the book God's Telephone Number visit Fatai Oladapo Adebanjo.

Embrassing The Lifestyle of a Prophet

The Lifestyle of a Prophet
 
"This book is key in cultivating and comprehending the prophetic function in your life within God's purposes…a must-read for the entire Body of Christ." ~ CBM

The Lifestyle of a Prophet by best-selling author and internationally recognized prophet, James W. Goll, is a prophetic teaching structured as a 21-day journal reading guide to equip and aid in discovering, "…the prophetic call of God on your life."  Within this guide, one will learn to decipher the voice of God clearly and correctly.  As a result, a deeper intimacy and revelation of God will emerge as one learns to stand in faithful surrender to the Lord and to the call on one's life.  This is an essential devotional for those that are fully committed to the Lord and His will. 

With keen insight and with much scriptural application, the author thereby reveals the calling and lifestyle of a prophet.  Readers get a glimpse of the author's experiences and the lives of John (the Beloved), Daniel and Ezekiel as a backdrop that is useful in understanding the prophetic call and gifting.  Also included, are many lessons of the valley and mountaintop journeys given to avoid common pitfalls. This 21-day guide gives practical applications with short devotionals and prayers that make for an easy, but useful guide that is culminated from over forty years experience in ministry and the prophetic.

James W. Goll has been a forerunner for God and the prophetic for over forty years.  As a prophet, his ministries span the globe as he teaches, imparts and encourages unity in the Body of Christ through life in the Spirit.  Originally written in 2001 as The Coming Prophetic Revolution, this book was a little ahead of its time as the author notes and has since been revised, giving fresh insight and wisdom on the subject of the prophetic and the life of a prophet.  The harvest is plentiful; this book is a call to all to awake from slumber and to grasp the destiny that is at hand. 

A highly recommended read ...

For more information about James W. Goll and some great ministry visit Encounters Network. You may also get your copy of The Lifestyle of a Prophet at Amazon, in Kindle Edition and at other fine online bookstores.

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New Book Release by Christian Author Kristi Burchfiel - The Daily Devotional Series: 365 Devotions Through the New Testament

Applying truth from the Bible to everyday life! 

The Daily Devotional Series: 365 Devotions Through the New Testament by Kristi Burchfiel gives keen insight into the New Testament treasures and teachings.  The New Testament in the Bible presents teaching and instruction for everyday life and shares the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ.  Developed as a practical 365 daily devotional to aid in applying the Word to everyday life, each day and verse sheds light on the life transforming truths of Scripture, giving inspiration and encouragement for the day.  The author presents these practical truths to readers as a way to incorporate the Word of truth into their busy lives.  Take 15 minutes of your day; find life and refreshment each day through the Word!

Kristi Burchfiel is a passionate devotional writer and speaker.  She emphasizes that devotionals serve a purpose in life, they teach us how to apply God's wisdom and truth into practical ways.  Her passion is to share God's Word with others and give them tools to live life more abundantly through the application of biblical truths.  Recently selected as a Finalist in the 2013 Readers' Favorite Award Contest, the devotional comes highly recommened as the author has also been named a "50 Great Writers You Should be Reading" in 2012 and has not only created the Daily Devotional Series, but 2 other amazing full length Bible Studies entitled: The Decay Within: A Study of Amos and Without Regrets: A Study of Ecclesiastes.  Currently residing in Wichita, Kansas with her husband, Reverend D. Burchfiel and their two children – Kristi is one that enjoys serving the Lord with her writings and her family faithfully. 

For more information about the author and her books, visit Kristi Burchfiel,. You may get your copy of The Daily Devotional Series: 365 Devotions Through the New Testament at Amazon, in Kindle Edition, at Barnes and Noble at NOOK Books and other fine online bookstores.

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Experience the saga of the Woman of Sin Trilogy and step through the portals of time

Woman of Sin Trilogy

Woman of Sin Trilogy by multi-published author Debra Diaz is a boxed set of three complete novels developed as a series.  Available in Kindle edition, purchase all three novels – Woman of Sin, Man of God and Child of the King.  Encounter Alysia, and travel back in time to the Roman era, amongst the chaos of historic times when Jesus walked the Earth.  Alysia, born of a rich Greek physician, has been sold into slavery.  Paulus Valerius, a high-ranking solider of Rome, purchases her.  Come and follow their journey together.  Both have encounters with a man called Jesus of Nazareth.  With suspense, romance and intrigue, the author has composed an amazing tale of romance and heroism that captures the historic Roman era and is true to the Scripture.  One will feel they have stepped through the portals of time.  Come and experience the saga of the Woman of Sin.   

These books come highly recommend.  You will not be able to put them down!  Filled with suspense, the trilogy series offers a mini-series in the making.  Take a journey through the very portals of time, back through the centuries and experience the thrill of entering into a never-ending saga of undying love that will grip your soul.  A wonderfully, well-written and inspiring journey of love, hope, faith, trust and love; these series will come alive in your heart as you travel back into time when Jesus graced the Earth. 

Author Debra Diaz has created this trilogy and put them all together in one for all her readers to enjoy.  Begin with Woman of Sin, and follow with Man of God and Child of the King.  With much research, these novels weave scripture, history and legacy all into one.    Debra Diaz's writing style engages readers with well-developed characters and creative imagery and dialogue, placing each scene into the readers' minds.  Each book is offered separately in Kindle or paperback as well.  As the author notes, her desire as a writer is to not only entertain, but inspire and challenge the reader, taking them somewhere through her writing. 
 
For more information about the author and her books, visit Debra Diaz.  You may get your copy of Woman of Sin Trilogy at Amazon in Kindle Edition, and at Smashwords.
 
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500 passages spoken by Jesus Christ - What Did Jesus Say

Title: What Did Jesus Say
Author: Reverend Terry Allan Christian
Review Date: July 8, 2013
A Christain Book Review
10.0 stars out of 10.0 stars

What Did Jesus Say? by Rev. Terry Allan Christian reveals the Seven Messages from the Master.  Instructed by the Holy Spirit, this book is unique.  Never before has a book been compiled, giving the words of Jesus as He spoke in the Bible.

Taking from the New King James Version, Rev. Terry Allan Christian has composed a book holding the power of the teachings of Jesus that are only printed in red.  After reading this book, one will have read over 500 passages spoken by Jesus Christ.  This is an amazing book that offers truth and light through the words of Jesus.  The author has written this book as inspired by the Holy Spirit to encourage, instruct and teach the Body of Christ what the Master has to say.  Come and discover peace and truth through this uplifting, Holy Spirit inspired book that speaks Jesus' words only. 

Presented as a full color and beautifully illustrated 170 page e-book, audio CD or paperback version with large, easy to read text, this book makes a perfect gift for anyone wanting to know Jesus and what He said.  Beginning with the poem "Footprints in the Sand" by Mary Stevenson that is re-written by the author, the author proceeds to take the reader down a walk on the beach with Jesus.  The book is nothing short of phenomenal and will impact your life as you become more like Jesus. 

Rev. Terry Allan Christian has 30 years experience as a student of the Bible and of God Himself.  He currently is a minister and teacher for God, teaching Christian principles.  He is a retired personal and motivational speaker that has taught over 2500 seminars as a corporate trainer to companies throughout America and Canada.  As a young teen, he gave his life to God.  Due to growing up in a very dysfunctional household, he developed a severe stuttering problem.  It was then the age of 23 that God gave Him a vision and the Holy Spirit told him one day he would be a teacher of Christian principles.  He was miraculously healed and today, 30 years later, he is a minister and has written this book dedicated to the teachings of the Master Teacher.  Learn the secrets of life through the Master Teacher – Jesus. 
 
For more information be sure to visit What Did Jesus Say. You may get your copy of What Did Jesus Say at Amazon, in Kindle Edition and at other fine online bookstores. You may also visit the author at What Did Jesus Really Say Blogspot.
 
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Who is the Antichrist?, The False Prophet? What is the Mark of the Beast and the image of the Beast?

SCARS is currently #1 in Biblical fiction on Amazon

SCARS by end time novelist, Patience Prence is an Amazing End-Times Prophecy Novel.  SCARS reveals many possible answers to questions such as, "Who is the Antichrist?  The False Prophet?  The name that equates to 666 in both Greek and Hebrew?" and "What is the Mark of the Beast and the image of the Beast?"

The revelation comes to life in this real life drama that is mesmerizing and an apocalyptic thriller weaving End Times prophecy throughout.  A heart-wrenching story of a young girl set during the Tribulation, SCARS chronicles the beginning of the End of the World, as earth-shattering events lead up to the Apocalypse as foretold in the Bible.
 
As a sixteen-year-old, living in Southern California, Rebekah Silver is your average teenager.  She worries only about learning her cheerleading routines and passing her math test.  But as world dictators rise to power and devastating disasters claim millions of lives she is inspired to search for answers.  Becky soon discovers her world is quickly coming to an end, just as it was prophesied.  Now she must decide whether to risk her life to follow the laws of God or surrender her soul to the law of man in this action-packed thriller. ~ Will Becky Survive? 

What the Reviewers are saying,
~ Scars will challenge your own faith and cause you to think, LaTawnia Kintz,
~ Wow. Incredible, potentially life changing, Bluebird.
~ The best end-times book I have ever read, it is very plausible, ericathy222, "Powerful, SRMeyers,
~ Better than the Left Behind Series, The Novelist,
~ Over-the edge-writing, Tammy's Book Parlor,

As a young child, Patience Prence, was fascinated by the book of Revelation.  She has studied Revelation and end-time prophecies for many years. Patience takes in her novel, her desire to share her faith and draw readers into a better understanding of end time events and the reliability of Scripture as Truth.

Although Patience is legally blind, suffering from Usher Syndrome, a disease that causes hearing loss and blindness (Retinitis Pigmentosa), her passion is to write novels that draw readers into the reality of the Bible and End Time prophecy.

For further information visit the author's website The Spring Harvest where you can get your copy of SCARS. SCARS is also available at Amazon and at Barnes and Noble. Be sure to see the Scars Video Book trailer on YouTube. SCARS is also available at Amazon Canada,  Amazon United Kingdom, Armageddon Books and Christianbook.com
Cataclysmic natural DISASTERS ~ Global economic CHAOS ~ Political TURBULENCE ~ Mass DECEPTION ~~~~ The Apocalypse has just begun....

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Dennis Winstead, Award winning author of Southern Crosses: An African Ghost Story

Award winning author D.A. Winstead has had surprising success in showcasing his faith-based novel, Southern Crosses: An African Ghost Story, in overseas literary markets and recently has received accolades in international fiction competitions. Due to his success, we are re-releasing our review released in 2012.

See what international book lovers are reading about the author's view of grace and the three Fs of Christian life in Africa... faith, fairness, and forgiveness.

A fantastic read. This intriguing novel will keep you engaged until the very end. Traversing the lessons learned from the past, the Bible, a ghost named Mary Margaret, ancient bush rituals, history and human nature, D.A. Winstead has traced the journey of a family impacted by the Sharpeville massacre in 1960. He brilliantly encapsulates the period in South Africa that followed that fatal day many years past. Half a century later, Sarah Johnson takes the forefront as a prominent, black confident female with the American Foreign Service. She is searching for something in her life, but unsure of what that might be.

Although successful, Sarah Johnson, still feels a void within herself, but is not sure exactly what that void is. Upon her travels, she is transferred from the London office to South Africa where she will face many battles between good and evil that will forever change her and her perspective in life. In her search for a meaningful existence and in an effort to fill the void, she gains strong allies in South Africa that impact her life more than she could have imagined. She is changed internally through this alliance and through her adventure into the inner workings and understanding of post-apartheid South Africa.

This novel reads like a post-colonial Southern novel filled with tid-bits of history offering glimpses of life in South Africa while intertwining racism in the United States and comparing South Africa's history with that of the U.S. Through the use of fresh perspectives involving the novel, "To Kill a Mockingbird," readers will find this book not only historically educational, but inspiring as it leads them to the Cross. This work is truly an enchanting novel to be cherished, giving hope and faith.

Beyond his knack for creating supernatural mysteries, D. A. Winstead, who has worked in American embassies around the globe, brings a special realism to his depiction of the Christian expat living abroad, always offering a fascinating and illuminating perspective into U.S. and world politics as well as the culture, traditions, and history of various lands, usually Christian lands stricken with deep sadness in their pasts. He writes with empathy for his characters and offers catharsis to his readers through the difficult journeys of healing that his characters endure. Far beyond being just thrillers, his novels create understanding of the human condition across many times and cultures.

A staunch fiscal conservative and believer in private enterprise, D.A. (Dennis) Winstead, survived working in Washington, DC, for 23 years before calling it quits in 2010. Based in Atlanta now, he plans on releasing this fourth novel in August (Dragon Bones: Two Angels Leave at Sunrise) and his fifth and final novel (Poets Wine) in December 2013.  On January 1, 2014, he will officially launch the Color Him Father Foundation, a faith-based nonprofit organization designed to strengthen the father figure in Christian families in Africa.

For more information visit D.A. Winstead Books and all e-book suppliers.  For information on Color Him Father Foundation, follow Dennis Winstead on Facebook and Twitter.

Press Release - Multi-published Christian Author Grace D. Balogun releases Me and My Father Are One

Multi-published Christian Author Grace D. Balogun releases Me and My Father Are One: Before Abraham was Born, I Am.

In Me and My Father Are One: Before Abraham was Born, I Am, readers will learn that the plan of redemption is from the Father and is carried out through His Son, Jesus Christ, who is the Word of God.  In the beginning, before Abraham, before Adam and Eve, Christ says, "I Am."  Written from a biblical perspective, the author displays that Jesus Christ was in the beginning and as Scripture says, "He is before all things, and in him all things hold together "(Colossians 1:17). 

As author Grace D. Balogun shares the process of the work of redemption from the beginning, readers will gain perspective on how Jesus Christ is the same, yesterday and forever.  Rich with Scripture, the book is an encouraging and insightful read on the grace and truth that is offered to all through the gift of salvation that leads to eternal life. 

Penned with much wisdom and scriptural insight, author Grace D. Balogun  writes to give understanding that Jesus Christ is the Word of God who came down to Earth to save sinners from their sins.  Shedding light to the work that Jesus Christ has done for humanity, the book offers understanding to Trinity and Jesus' work on Earth as instructed by the Father.  Scripture says that, "No one has ever seen God, but God the one and only, who is at the Father's side, has made him known" (John 1:18).  This book gives understanding to this Scripture so that all will understand the immense gift of grace that is before them through the work of the Father through, His Son, Jesus Christ.  

Grace Dola Balogun, graduated from Fordham University School of Religion and Religious Education in the year 2010 with an M.A. in Religion and Religious Education.


You may find all of Grace's books at Amazon in paperback and Kindle Edition. Grace's books are also Available at Barnes and Noble and at other fine online bookstores everywhere.

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Christian Young Adult Fantasy Book News - Keeper of Reign by Emma Right

Title: Keeper of Reign
Author: Emma Right
ISBN: 978-1939337696
Review Date: June 25, 2013
Reviewed by CBM Christian Book Reviews
10.0 stars out of 10.0 stars

Keeper of Reign by Emma Right is a young adult fantasy novel designed for the adventurous and young at heart.  Action packed, this novel has all the ingredients for an epic journey, with a tale of a kingdom without a king, a keeper with secrets, an ancient curse and a teenage Elfie (a blend of an elf and fairy) boy who has the power to find the truth and reverse the curse.

Jules Blaze, the young Elfie boy, knows he has a responsibility to deliver his younger siblings and his people from the terrible curse that has long plagued the people of Reign.  He is an heir of a keeper, knowing this, he sets out on a journey that requires bravery and wisdom.  Destined to discover the ancient secrets and books written in blood, young and tenacious, he is determined to reveal the truth and reverse the curse that has been set upon Reign. 

What is a battle without an enemy, and a fight?  Reign has long endured the darkness from its enemy, Gehzurolle, an evil lord and his minions, the Scorpents.  Will their evil plots avail or will Jules use the wisdom he has been taught to overcome? 

This tale will delight readers who are young at heart and young adults alike.  This epic adventure has all the makings of classic.  For those that have enjoyed The Lord of the Rings and C.S. Lewis' writings, this book is one to add to your collection of favorites.  Come and experience the Keeper of Reign.  It's only a matter of time before good triumphs over evil. 

To find out more about author Emma Right, visit the author's website at Emma Right. Keeper of Reign is available at Amazon, Kindle Edition, Barnes and Noble, and NOOK Books

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Finding Winning Tools In Todays Job Market - Competitive Job Search by Russel Hadick

Title: Competitive Job Search
By: Russel Hadick
ISBN#: 978-1449786380
Review Date: June 15, 2013
A Christian Book Review
9.9 out of 10.0 stars

Competitive Job Search by Russel Hadick is based on proven training methods developed from over twenty-five years owning his own search firm and outplacement firm.  These methods can be used as a complete guidebook to land the perfect job or career. According to the author, this is the first time this information has been compiled in one book.  With this book, you will gain valuable insight into how to conduct a job search that produces results from a 90% feedback response from every resume that is sent out.  With a comprehensive and detailed plan of action, that not only gives practical tips on every aspect of a job search, this guidebook will also teach multi-faceted and key networking and strategy tactics, that enables one to sail through interviews and land the job that 100's of other people are applying for.  Find out that looking for a job is not the daunting task that you have dreaded, but gain new perspective and confidence on your job search as you educate yourself as to what works in any industry. 
   
Despite the adverse and volatile employment arena, this book provides key tips that are the best proven methods of obtaining employment – no matter the economic climate.  Not only will these methods teach you on how to keep organized, but for many, stress is relieved by giving a detailed plan of action that has been proven to work.  It doesn't matter what field you are in or if you are looking for long-term employment or another career, these methods have been proven to work.  It is the author's hopes that in this competitive job market these skills will help families with the jobs that they need to survive in the so-called 'job market.'

This book is a phenomenal book and comes highly recommended.  Filled with practical information and tips on how to obtain the job you desire in a manner that has been proven to work.  Be empowered by reading this book!

Get your copy of Competitive Job Search at Amazon, at WestBow Press, in Kindle Edition and at Barnes and Noble.

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Your Head and Heart in your Bible Studies

Understanding the Bible: Head and Heart  by Bob Dowell, PhD 

Dr. Bob invites readers to peruse the Bible in PROSEPOE, the new and unique approach utilized in Understanding the Bible: Head and Heart.   He explains that prose speaks to the head, that poetry speaks to the heart, and that PROSEPOE—the juxtaposing of prose and poetry—speaks to both the head and heart simultaneously, thereby providing a perfect format for communicating the dual dimension of Bible narrative, its informational dimension and its spiritual dimension.  PROSEPOE enhances the head's understanding of what it hears and the heart's understanding of what it feels.

Believing his work to be providentially guided, Dr. Bob labored ten years bringing to fruition Understanding the Bible: Head and Heart. Because of length, it is divided into three parts  (Part One: The Old Testament, Part Two: Matthew through Acts, and Part Three: Romans through Revelation).  The work is interpretive Bible summary employing the new genre PROSEPOE, whereby each chapter is dually presented, first in prose then in poetry, for purposes of connecting head and heart in dual understanding.

Dr. Bob views Bible narrative as two dimensional, an informational dimension and a spiritual dimension, thus lending itself perfectly to the PROSEPOE dual interpretative format.  The spiritual dimension can be communicated more effectively through poetic mode because the poet's focus is on experience, on engaging the heart.  And is not the spirit more effectively engaged through the heart?

For example, when Jesus addresses the apostles with the question—"Who do you say I am?"—And Peter correctly answers—"You are the Christ, the Son of the living God"—Jesus replies—"Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by man [through the head], but by my Father in heaven [through the heart]" (Matt 15: 15-17).  As Paul later testifies, "it is with your heart that you believe"  (Rom 10:10).

Premise:  spiritual understanding comes primarily through the heart, and the heart is more readily touched through poetry, a genre known to have done so through the ages.  Thus, I submit poetry, by nature experiential, a prudent choice for communicating the spiritual dimension of Bible narrative.  Prose explains.  Poetry transports.  Together, as PROSEPOE, they connect head and heart!

Check out Dr. Bob's PROPOSE theory by viewing it in practice. For a quick sampling of Part One: The Old Testament, the chapter on Jonah entitled "The Big Fish that Swallows" is recommended; for a quick sampling of Part Two: Matthew through Acts, the chapter on John entitled "In the Beginning" is recommended; and, for a quick sampling of Part Three: Romans through Revelation, the chapter on James entitled "Faith without Works" is recommended.

You can get you copy of Understanding the Bible: Head and Heart by Bob Dowell, PhD at Amazon in paper back, Kindle Edition and at Barnes and Noble.

For more information, readers can visit the author's website at Bible and Heart or communicate directly with him via email: dbob48@gmail.com.

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Multi-published Christian author Grace D. Balogun speaks of The Great Commission

Grace Religious Books
 
Multi-published Christian author Grace D. Balogun speaks of The Great Commission that is bestowed on both men and women.  The Great Commission has been given to all who believe and are faithful. Taking from Paul in Corinthians where he spoke of the need for women to be silent, the author has written a sound biblical perspective answering many questions as to why this was said by Paul.  Giving the context from which he spoke, the author additionally presents to readers the position of women and their roles within church history.  Taking a look back into various roles of prominent women from the Old Testament to the New Testament, the author comes to the conclusion that women are not only important in the plans and purposes of God, but are to be used mightily by God.  The book culminates into discussing the Holy Spirit empowerment that is available to all and that women are to teach, preach and praise the Lord.
 
In this book you will learn Scripture and the prominent roles of many different women and prophetesses that were used by God.  This is an educational book that gives Scripture for instruction and reproof that women are to be included within the church.  Women must not be silent is the author's call and proclamation and within this all are called into the greater glory for Christ Jesus. 

The subject is controversial, but clearly through Scripture the author has given the reader fresh insight into the ways of God and how women have been used of God from the Old Testament to the New Testament.  Speaking the truth in love, the author exhorts women everywhere to serve and love God with all their heart while encouraging women all over the world to further themselves in a deeper intimacy and knowledge of God.  A very well-written, highly recommended read for those men or women that are unsure of a woman's place within the Church.

Be sure to visit Author Grace D. Balogun for more information about She Must Be Silent and other great books by Grace. You may also get your copy of She Must Be Silent at Amazon, in Kindle Edition and at other fine online bookstores everywhere.

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For Immediate Release - Christian author, Dale Allan

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Award winning Christian author, Dale Allan, releases A Prayer for the Devil, a provocative fast-paced murder mystery wrapped in a thoughtful meditation on the intersection of faith and justice.

From beginning to end, this political thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat. Twin brothers Luke and Aaron Miller could not lead more different lives. Aaron, a rising political star who manages the campaign of a man many believe will be the nation's next president, embraced his father's Jewish heritage. Luke, on the other hand, honored his mother's faith and entered the priesthood. When Aaron and the candidate he supports are killed in a bombing at a presidential stump speech, the Miller family's core is destroyed. Fear of a terrorist threat grips the nation, but the FBI and the press seem more focused on the death of a presidential candidate than on the other innocent victims like Aaron. Suddenly, Luke begins to feel the lure of a vengeance that is stronger than the bond of faith.

As he falls deeper into the abyss of political intrigue that surrounded his brother's mysterious professional life, Luke is tempted to break his promise to God and reassess his own sense of right and wrong. Luke's comfortable life in Boston collides with the faraway world of the Middle East as he sets out on a journey to unravel the truth behind Aaron's murder. Will he take an eye for an eye? Luke's journey through his own darkness propels him to a shocking ending that will leave readers breathless.
  • WINNER! National Indie Excellence Book Awards Best Religious Fiction, Best Fiction, Best Thriller
  • FINALIST! Forward Reviews - Book of the Year - Best Thriller and Suspense
  • FINALIST! International Book Awards - Best New Fiction, Best Mystery/Suspense
  • AWARDED! Kirkus Star for books of exceptional merit
  • PARIS BOOK FESTIVAL - Fiction - Top 10
"I promise you a compelling read. I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. If you're a James Patterson or David Baldacci fan, you'll love this author's style and ability to tell a story and keep your interest, even with several subplots in play…This exciting thriller could easily be made into an action-packed motion picture."
— Ed Wilkinson – Editor:  The Tablet

For more information about the author and the book visit Dale Allan. You may get your copy of A Prayer For the Devil at Amazon and in Kindle Edition.

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Journey To Heaven by Tammy Brodowski Mott and her father, Bruce Brodowski, is the touching life memoir of young Emmy Mott

Awarded a 2013 Indie Excellence Book Award –

Journey To Heaven by Tammy Brodowski Mott and her father, Bruce Brodowski, is the touching life memoir of young Emmy Mott.  Told through the eyes of a mother's heart, this young mother's tragic loss is shared from beginning to end in this poignant story of one young life that made a difference to many.  Their journey is heartbreaking, yet inspiring, as the experience enriched all who came in contact with Emmy and her family.  A remarkable true story of faith, perseverance and love that will leave an indelible imprint on your soul!

Little 4 year-old Emmy Mott had been diagnosed with a rare brain stem cancer and was given only 8 weeks to live.  As this devastating diagnosis was given, sweet Emmy still had that radiant smile.  Emmy's journey to Heaven and their families' testimony will stir and amaze the deep emotions of the heart.  Throughout the journey many lives, including doctors, nurses and family members, have been changed and enlightened due to Emmy's short time on this Earth.  Many have come to Christ as a result and her family has learned many lessons of love and miracles. 

Emmy's story has been a labor of love, written from the mother's journal entries of each passing day of over a year since the diagnosis.  One will come to know firsthand the heartache, and the extent that the family endeavored in order for little Emmy to live her short life to the fullest.  The readers will appreciate the gift of life that each child is and your perspective for this Earth may be eternally changed after reading this book. 

Certainly this book will minister life to many that have experienced the loss of a child in that there is a tomorrow, the love of God never fails and hopefully readers will find hope that is not found in this world, but only in Jesus Christ.  One will gain new perspective on life and Heaven as well.   

For more information about the author, the book and Emmy be sure to visit Journey To Heaven.

You may also get your copy of Journey To Heaven by Tammy Brodowski Mott and Bruce Brodowski at Amazon, in Kindle Edition and at Barnes and Noble. This is a must read for everyone.