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Many may relate to the Carmichael family in their struggles when they find themselves stranded in the Colorado mountains after WW2 has ended. A true to life story of a Christian mother, atheist father, and their 3 children. “GRACE DEFINED” will keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. This is my newly released novel.
Have you ever felt like someone was watching you and yet when you turn to look there’s no one there? “DAWNS LIGHT” will keep you on the edge of your seat as a newly widowed Mom and her five year old daughter seek comfort and peace in a small Georgia beach town after the death of her military husband. Be ready to gasp, cheer, and cling to the edge of your seat in this suspense-filled novel. You won’t be able to put it down.
The court room is packed as Chris stands before the jury convincing them that this man is guilty while her sister is sunning on the beach in California. These two sisters are ambitious and both have a heart for helping people but are as different as night and day. Enjoy a close, loving family as their lives intertwine with romance, intrigue, and exciting twists. A great sit back and relax summer read.
Take a sneak peek at my true story of learning to trust and obey God as He shows His faithfulness in every step of a five year journey in “SACRIFICES OF A SAINT” or get the nitty-gritty in the whole rest of the story in “LAYING DOWN MY NET – A WALK OF FAITH.” The transparency is almost too much for it gives my true picture of walking in blind faith.
Have you read books that seems like the Lord is bopping you on the head with His message? “SEEK MY FACE” is one of those books! Timely, thought-provoking, a thump on the head for non-believers to wake up along with encouragement for God’s children. His messages are given for times like this and we need to pay attention! A must read for Pastors and congregational believers as well as the lost. Better wear a helmet.
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You Will Redeem it All – Music
All Ye Who Think They Can Divert My Will are Fools
The Persecution of Christians is on the Rise
Was Your Name by Accident?
Each of us has been given a name by our parents; some before birth, some after. I have often wondered why a certain name was given. Was it chosen because of an ancestor, an entertainer Mama liked, or just something that popped into Mama and Daddy’s head?
As it turns out each name has a a hidden meaning, a deeper Biblical meaning. Here are some of the more common names we have been given according to the book, “What’s in a Name?” by Linda Francis, John Hartzel, and Al Palmquist.
Name Literal Meaning Godly Characteristic
Adam A man of the earth God’s creation
Adeline Nobleness Woman of Esteem
Adrian “Black earth” – Latin Creative Heart
Al Cheerful Cheerful one
Alice Truthful one Truth
Amanda Worthy of Love Beloved
Anne Gracious one Gracious one
April Opening; Born in April New in Faith
Arthur Noble one or Bear man Man of Integrity
Benjamin Son of the right hand Favored son
Carol Womanly; Song Song of joy
Charlotte Little womanly one Full of Grace
Cheryl The epitome of femininity Womanly
Daniel God is my judge God is Judge
David Beloved one Beloved
Debra The bee Seeking one
Diane Divine one In God’s glory
Elizabeth Consecrated to God Consecrated one
Ellen Bright one Bright one
Frank Free man Living in freedom
Gregory Watchman; watchful one Watchful one
Jack The supplanter Truthful
John God is gracious God’s gracious gift
Judy Praised of God Praised of God
Kay Pure one Pure one
Kristi Christian Follower of Christ
Linda Pretty one Beauty
Margaret A pearl A pearl
Martha A lady Woman of discretion
Mary Myrrh Living fragrance
Mia Mine Belonging to God
Nancy Grace Gracious one
Paul Little Dependent on God
Peter Rock Strong in Spirit
Robert Shining with fame Excellent worth
Ruth Compassionate. Beautiful Compassionate
Sharon A princess A princess
Stan Dweller at the Rocky Meadow Sturdy spirit
Steve Crowned one Crowned one
Sue & Susan Lily or graceful Lily Full of grace
Teresa Reaper Industrious
Thomas A twin Seeker of truth
Vanessa No literal meaning Walks with God
Wanda Wanderer Walks with God
Wayne Wagoner or wagonmaker Lifter of cares
William Resolute protector Great protector
Zachary Jehovah has remembered The Lord remembers
I’m sorry if your name isn’t here. Too many to list. Just put it in the comment section and I’ll look it up.
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Time is Running Out
The MOST IMPORTANT Presidential Election in American History: What Kind of American Will You Vote For?
The MOST IMPORTANT Presidential Election in American History: What Kind of America Will You Vote for?
For those who have read my previous articles, you will know that this writer is no fan of Donald Trump. Yet I will say it again, anyone who votes for Hillary Clinton to be president of the United States may as well be standing in the streets of America shouting, “death to the US!”
Trump wants to put a stop to Muslim immigration and stop immigration from countries that have terrorism issues as well. Hillary on the other hand desires to up immigration levels by well over 100%. Can the U.S. really afford to have so many more un-vetted immigrants coming here especially from the Middle East? The bottom line here is that immigration should benefit the host nation, not place said nation at serious risk.
Donald Trump speaks of building a wall on the border between Mexico and the U.S. Hillary on the other hand wants to open the borders even further. Hillary Clinton has naively stated that our Southern border is secure! – even going so far as to say this according to The Washington Times:
Improvements under President George W. Bush and President Obama, including several hundred miles of fencing, have cut net illegal immigration from Mexico to zero.
Here is the reality: The FBI further documented gangs in Southwestern border regions consisting of up to 80 percent illegal aliens were committing a multitude of crimes in America, “including drug-related crimes, weapons trafficking, alien smuggling, human trafficking, prostitution, extortion, robbery, auto theft, assault, homicide, racketeering, and money laundering.”
A Mexican cartel cut a hole through the fence in Arizona and drove into the U.S.
How about severed human heads being delivered to police stations in Southern border-states to “get the message” across not to mess with the Mexican cartels? If you really want to know what goes on at our Southern border, watch this video – be warned it is graphic and unpleasant.
Does this strike you as a secure Southern U.S. border?
Open U.S. borders lead the way to the possibility of the North American Union; a plan to turn Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. into one big happy family. It’s not a conspiracy when there is plenty of evidence to support the possibility of this happening. Hillary Clinton supports this – do you? Trump on the other hand is firmly against this kind of idiocy.
Can America really afford to have such a blatant liar like Hillary Clinton installed in the highest office in the land? Read this story by WND on the Clintons, it’s an eye opener if you are not familiar with all the scandals and criminal activity the Clintons have gotten away with.
Donald Trump may be brash, un-presidential in some respects, and need some work on some of his ideas – but do we really want, or more the point, can the U.S. really afford to have a lying criminal as president? Yes all politicians tell lies or half-truths, but if Satan is the Father of lies, then Hillary is most definitely the offspring of lies.
Anyone who thinks that this country has deteriorated markedly since Obama took office is correct – but if Hillary wins the election things will get even worse. Hillary supports Obama’s failed and dangerous policies and will seek to broaden them even more. The Clintons are all about lining their pockets and amassing power, while at the same time pushing the U.S. towards a One World Government, which begins, with the North American Union mentioned above.
This writer believes that Donald Trump’s heart is in the right place, desiring the good of this country. There is a bit of tarnish on the brass I admit, but the brass can be cleaned and polished. On the other side of the isle, well, late blight cannot be cured – it is always deadly.
Call it what you will – a vote for anyone other than Donald Trump is a vote for Hillary Clinton. Not voting whatever the reason will only serve to give the win to Hillary.
The voter’s choices this election year are pretty cut and dried:
If you desire to see the status quo maintained, the political corruption, if you are in favor of Americans NOT having guns, if you like open U.S. borders, approve of unfair trade deals, are ok with the Iran nuke deal, if you think the degradation of the U.S. military is fine, are ok with the U.S. not being respected on the international stage, and like Obama-care – then vote for Hillary Clinton.
If on the other hand you: want the U.S. military restored to it’s fighting best, want to see the U.S. Southern border made secure, trade deals that are fair to the U.S., the Iran nuke deal revised or eliminated, the economy strengthened, Obama-care repealed, Americans able to KEEP their guns, Christians protected instead of thrown to the wolves, immigration problems addressed, political corruption addressed instead of swept under the table – then vote for Donald Trump.
Originally published on Eagle Rising
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Presidential elections are always important, yet this one is the most important election America has ever seen. America is at a crossroads, a choice between two contenders – one that promises to restore America to her former greatness, and one who will continue the blatant criminality that is the legacy of the Clintons.
Does all Creation Observe the Sabbath? Hmmmm
So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation. Gen. 2:3
Getting up early and watching a couple of my favorite T.V. preachers while waking up and eating a bowl of my favorite cereal I start my usual Sunday morning routine. Yawning a final yawn I throw off the nightie and don some clothes for church. It’s hot outside already so a comfortable sundress will do. Don’t forget to take a sweater, the church is always cold is my thought as I grab my Bible and head out the door.
The praise songs are rocking and the worship songs bring tears to my eyes. Pastor has given another sermon that is uplifting and filled with Biblical information that I can chew on in more depth when I get home.
We Christians, as soon as the service is over, there’s a stampede out the double doors for the nearest fast food place or a local restaurant. Like bees to honey we fast track out of the parking lot and let nothing get in our way. Our focus has shifted from the eternal to the present growling within the confines of our stomach. Gluttony is non-existent, at least until we hold our full stomach and groan.
After a good meal some go home and take naps, some turn on a ball game, and some just sit out on their deck with the overhead fan whipping the hot air around and watching other creations of God enjoying the Sabbath. Like me!
God said we should rest and reflect on Him on the Sabbath. Sitting on my deck I realize as my furry friends show up for their daily dinner of corn kernels that God must not have been talking about just humans when He said it is a day of rest.
I’m sure “Daisy Mae,” “Bonnie,” and the others have had a busy week dodging traffic, staying clear of snakes and out-of-season hunters, foraging for food, and just staying clear of the general population of humans.
Like Christians after church rushing to beat the crowd at the local eatery, my furry friends seem to enjoy Sue’s place. It’s peaceful, the food is good, she’s non-threatening, and unless the neighbor let’s his dogs out, they seem quite comfortable enjoying their Sabbath.
A fine lunch of fresh corn kernels
A quick nap after lunch
and time to head home and get ready for the hustle and bustle of a new week.
Maybe they aren’t that much different from us, or……………..wow………… maybe these are Christian deer!
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