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Did I Displease God?

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We have a huge announcement to make. The book “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World,” is now in eBook form.  That’s not all! We just lowered the price of the eBook from $4.99 to $2.99! This won’t last very long. Check it out by clicking on the Amazon icon on the right. You can also buy it at any eBook outlets! You can order the hard copy at the Amazon site there as well.

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Be sure to check out the book trailer for “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World.” It is on the right side right below the Amazon icon. It gives you a clear picture of what the book is about.

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We often wonder why things happen the way they do. Was it my fault? Did I displease God?

There are many times we feel this. It could the lost job; losing the battle of addiction, health issues, etc.

I need to make something clear:

  • God cares for us.
  • He is always near.
  • He wants us to have the best life possibly.
  • He made us in His own image, which proves how much He loves us.

When you believe all that I posted above, then you know that God doesn’t cause the things that happen to us. They happen because He wants us to depend on Him to help us through those storms of life. He wants us to call on His name for help. He will be there.

I know this, because He heard my cries for help and recused me from the pits of the muck and mire. I was ready to check out of this hotel called earth, and He stopped me. He had work for me to do, and the work became the book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World.”

I am the main character of the book. I share my battles and how I over came them. I didn’t pull any punches. Some think the first section is a little dark. Well, my life was dark at one time, and I needed to have you feel how it was for me.

By the end of the book, I praise God and encourage others to do the same.

You don’t have to wonder if od cares. You just need to go to Him and pray for His guidance. He listens and will give you insights you never though were possible at one time in your life.

Check out the book trailer “Signs of Hope: ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World,” on the right below the Amazon icon. It will explain in more detail how the book can help.

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up!

 

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Easter Gatherings Can be Sinful!

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We have a huge announcement to make. The book “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World,” is now in eBook form.  That’s not all! We just lowered the price of the eBook from $4.99 to $2.99! This won’t last very long. Check it out by clicking on the Amazon icon on the right. You can also buy it at any eBook outlet!

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 What an Easter weekend I had. I started out being optimistic about being “good,” with my eating and then completely failed on Saturday, the day before Easter.

We had a wonderful setting for the gathering. We were on the Oregon Coast, and it was a perfect day. There were no clouds; a little windy, but warm.

Then the family started coming. One had my favorite bean casserole. Another had ham that was  perfect. Then there was the spaghetti, made just right. Of course the scalloped potatoes.

Before we ate the main course, there were the appetizers. There was shrimp with some wonderful cocktail sauce. The deviled eggs were beyond description, and the homemade dip for the relish dish, was outstanding.

After I pigged out on all of that there were the desserts! Apple pie; perfect brownies; cupcakes, and chocolate pudding pie.

So, my dream of being good lasted only as long as I didn’t see the food. Once I saw it I fell apart quickly.

That happens to all of us in our daily lives. We “promise” to not sin, but when the temptation comes we often fall apart. We want the main dish of life , and the dessert as well.

Temptation for food, or our own desires in our lives are hard, at best, to conquer. That is when we need to turn to God. We need to depend on Him. If we think we can go life without God, Dr. Phil would ask, “How is that working for you?”

Always keep God on your side. When He is on you side, who can be against you?

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up!

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When Darkness Comes Into Your Life, What do You do?

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Another shocking announcement! ( That got your attention!) “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World, ” is now out in eBook form. You can acquire it at all the eBook outlets. It is only $4.99 compared to $19.99 in the bookstores. You can even order it right from this site by clicking on the Amazon icon on the right. If you want a hard copy, with the autograph of the author on it, just click on the bookstore tab at the top of this page to order one. It is only $15.99 plus shipping compared to the $19.99 price in the retail stores. _________________________________________________________

When the darkness comes from life’s heavy burdens what do you do? Some go into deep depression. Others stay strong and always see the bright side of everything.

I have been in deep depression, but now I know everything is for the good of those who believe.

That verse in the bible is hard for some who wonder, “If that is true, what good did I receive from my loved one’s death?

Well, a little further in that same verse, it says for those who believe. That means belief in God.

When we believe, we also learn to trust God. We learn from our storms and trials. Sometimes we need to be put to the fire of life, to fine tune us like a sword has to be put to the fire to sharpen and shape to its maximum  potential.

I am now looking at everything on the bright side. I have learned that God has a plan. I have learned that He loves me, and will help calm the storms in my life.

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all….never, ever, give up!