Born at the edge of an open-pit copper mine in New Mexico, Jan Thomas comes from a background of working-class people, cultural Christians, but not committed believers. Growing up, he had influences and experiences causing doubts about himself and his ability to become more than his environment would have predicted.Influenced by teachers, Air Force buddies, and others, he began to trust God to do in him what he could not do for himself. As a youngster he thought he had no academic ability, but got BA and MDiv degrees. As a pastor he felt like a failure and began a career working in prisons. Struggling with life, he continued to try to serve.He married Fern, a widow with two children, and they had another child together. He became an administrator after only a few years; but his codependent nature, the desire to fit in, and to be liked at any cost nearly cost him his life. An old alcohol issue came back, at a time he was involved in two of the most amazing ministries of the twenty-first century, Celebrate Recovery and Kairos. Retiring in 1997, he began using CR in the prison he retired from. He was asked to help get the program into jails and prisons and became the first national director of Celebrate Recovery Inside.Celebrate Recovery Inside stretches across the United States and Canada as well as in many nations elsewhere. His own struggles have helped him become dedicated to the purpose God intended for him from the beginning. His ministry was not as a pastor but to those, like him, who struggled with life's issues. When he stopped teaching and started the healing process for himself, God helped him to stop blundering and begin to see more of God's blessing.Author: Jan D. Thomas

Explore the literary world of Rod Martin, a multi-talented author, poet, songwriter, and playwright nestled in the lush rainforest of Kahalu'u, Hawaii, on the island of Oahu. With a rich background of thirty years as an educator in Hawaii Public Schools, Rod has recently retired and dedicated his pen to creating a diverse collection of books aimed at inspiring teachers and captivating readers.   For educators seeking to infuse creativity into their classrooms, "Drama Games and Acting Exercises" is a comprehensive guide on seamlessly integrating improvisational theatre into the curriculum. "Future Poets" opens up new horizons in the world of poetry, offering a guide for writing innovative styles. Meanwhile, "Write On" provides an invaluable resource, brimming with writing prompts and quotations to ignite the spark of creativity in students.

God Is Our Everything emphasizes the importance of faith, prayer, and turning to God in challenging times. Rev. Dr. Ogden King II continues to preach the gospel, reminding us to humble ourselves, pray, seek God's face, and turn from wicked ways to experience healing and forgiveness.

Poetry By Simon: Volume 4 - Emerging From Your Cocoons By Roy "Simon"Jarmon

Journey into the lyrical depths of the human heart and mind. "Read My Mind... See My Thoughts" is a captivating collection of poems that beautifully explores the intricate tapestry of human emotion. Through evocative verses, Theodora Mays captures the essence of joy, sorrow, love, and the quiet quest for meaning. Each poem is a window into resilience, longing, and self-discovery. Open this book and let its heartfelt expressions illuminate the thoughts and feelings that shape us all.

Be careful what you wish for! Some girls have high school crushes, but they get over them. Nick had an unending crush on Jeanie that started in high school and lasted well into adulthood. He was willing to go to any means to be with her. Any means. This took him down a deadly path, and he had no idea what was coming next.

Sell Is Not a Four Letter Word: Earning an Above-Average Living While Maintaining Your Integrity By Doug Robinson.TABLE OF CONTENTS IntroductionDedication CHAPTER 1 – ENTHUSINGAttitude Determine Altitude. If There’s No Wind...Row! Who is Zapping your Zeal? “Slump, I Ain’t in No Slump, I Just Ain’t Hittin” – Yogi Berra. You Miss Every Shot You Don’t Take. If, At First You Don’t Succeed, You’re About Average.   CHAPTER 2 - ESSENTIALIZING Got the Right Stuff for a Career in Sales? People Show Their True Colors. Mirror, Mirror on the Wall. Do You Like Me, Yes or No? We Didn’t All Come Over on the Same Ship; But We Are All in the Same Boat. Can I Borrow Your Shoes? A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Dream. The Urgent vs The Important. You Can’t Steal 2nd with Your Foot on 1st. it’s Not What You Say. Never Assume. You Can’t Control the Wind, but You Can Adjust Your Sails. When Students are Ready, Teachers Appear. Yada, Yada, Yada. Buying is a Sensual Activity. Sales Process; Meet Buying Process.   CHAPTER 3 - ENGAGING Remember the Prep Step. Calling All Superheroes. “You Can Observe a Lot by Watching” People Buy You...and Pain Killers. Learning the Midas Touch. Chat ‘Em Up! All Dressed Up but No Place to Go. A New Outlook with...OutlookTM. Thanks, But I’m Just Not Feeling It. Persistence or Stalking? A GPS to Navigate Gatekeepers. Battling the Status Quo. Don’t Cross That Line. CHAPTER 4 - EXPLORING How Much is Enough?“Strategery” No Sweat Prospecting. See Me Letters. Something in the Way She Moves – The Beatles. What Goes Around, Comes Around. Your New Best Friend. Probing with Open Questions. Confirming Through Closed Questions. The Mouth Has a Mind of Its Own. The QB4Q. The Before the Show Show. Questions Fatigue. Put Your Jaws on Pause! Listen Up! Don’t Tell Them How to Build a Watch. Time Really Does Fly. Some Will, Some Won’t, So What, Who’s Next...? CHAPTER 5 - ELABORATING Folks, it’s Showtime! Words Really Have Meaning. Have You Got the Recipe for That? Our Goofiness Must Make God Smile. The World Runs on WIIFM. A Liar Needs a Good Memory. Pesky Pillars of Premium Priced Products. Features Tell but Benefits Sell. Need to Be More Persuasive? How Can I Sell Without the Lowest Price? Sales Rise When You Dramatize! Demonstrate as You Elaborate . DATES Help Advance the Sale. Funny = Money. Lowest Common Denominator Selling. Large Account Buyer’s...Quadruplets? Death Sentence...Speaking Before a Group. Perfect Practice Makes Perfect. “There Ain’t Any Rules in a Knife Fight.   CHAPTER 6 - ENCOUNTERING Happy Wife, Happy Life. Responding to Grumpy Buyers. Deal Appeal. Detecting the Discontent. Countering Customer Concerns. Are We There Yet? Degrees of Displeasure. Nibbled to Death by a Duck. I’m So Broke I Can’t Pay Attention. “I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Get Up”. Steering Around Stalls. Personal Rejection Reflection.   CHAPTER 7 – EXECUTING Confirming Communication Cues. How are Sales Born? First Things First. Live by the Presentation, Die by It. Cut to the Chase...How Much is It? You Gotta WOW ‘Em to Close ‘Em. Where Do We Go From Here? Scoring in the Red Zone. I’d Like a Second Opin Price Cutting is a Self-Inflicted Wound. Ever Been Convicted of a Felony? How to Win Against a No Decision. A Couple Thousand Golf Balls.   CHAPTER 8 - EXPANDING Watch Closely for Forks in the Road. The Best Offense is Good Defense. Playing Dodge Ball in Your Best Accounts. The Pen is Mightier than the Sword. Enlarge Your Kingdom with Testimonials. I’d Like You to Meet a Friend of Mine. Manna in the Selling Desert. The Gift That Keeps on Giving. You Never Know Who They Know. Use Bird Dogs to Sniff Out Creative Leads. Planting Seeds Grows Service Leads. Can You Recycle Ex-Customers? Neighboring and Canvassing. Fertilize Your Commission Checks. Bundling Buoys Bank Balances. Makes Me Feel Special. How Seamless is Your Company?

Has your faith lost its vibrancy? Does your spiritual life feel dry? Does church seem like just something you do rather than who you are? Are you ready for the new growth God has planned for this season of your life? In her follow-up to Preparing Fields for Seasons of Change, author Rebecca Collison shifts focus from small rural churches to personal faith development, drawing on the Apostle Paul's call to be "God's field." Using Jesus' agricultural parables as a foundation, Groundwork offers a fresh perspective on living out our faith. By tending to the soil of our soul, we can cultivate vibrant spirituality and transformative discipleship.   With a return to the land from which humanity was created, these farming narratives provide an organic approach to deepening our roots in Christ. The parables are paired with contemporary social issues, which act as essential elements for bearing fruit in God's kingdom. Each chapter concludes with an invitation to explore spiritual practices, offering opportunities for individual or small group reflection on the parables for further study and contemplation.

Will Moretti can no longer ignore the gnawing sense that he's just going through the motions of living. The death of his good friend Rich is the catalyst that sends him from New York to a camp for healing in the mountains of southern Arizona. His journey takes him through a series of unforgettable trips and lessons that fracture his worldview. Guided by his instructors, Will examines the relationship of diet to human evolution, and he discovers how the wisdom of the Ancient Masters and the science of quantum physics can help us access our true potential. With the constant reminder of how fragile our lives are, Will pushes himself out of his comfort zone as he opens his heart to the young woman who tends the garden, and he discovers ways to help himself and others lead better lives.

Stuck Together: As Long as They Both Shall Laugh by Judith Fisher is a book that explores the humorous side of marriage and relationships. Fisher uses wit and anecdotes to delve into the quirks, challenges, and joys that couples experience in long-term partnerships. The book emphasizes how humor plays a crucial role in sustaining a happy, healthy marriage, highlighting that laughter can be a powerful tool for navigating the ups and downs of life together.   The story centers on two characters who, despite their initial differences and clashing personalities, find themselves "stuck together" due to a series of unexpected circumstances. As they navigate through challenges, witty banter, and moments of tension, they begin to discover that there is more beneath the surface. Their mutual frustrations slowly evolve into understanding, revealing underlying chemistry and romantic attraction. This book appeals to fans of light-hearted romance, where love blossoms in the most unexpected situations. The journey from antagonism to affection is a central theme, making "Stuck Together" an engaging read for those who enjoy stories of enemies turned lovers, with a touch of warmth and comedy.Author: Judith Fisher