In the transition from high school to college to career, a new generation of young adults is wrestling with questions like these: Does being a Christian mean aligning with the celebrity subculture within the church? Does it mean adopting the views of politicians and podcasters who claim the faith as the  foundation for their work? Does it mean adhering to extremist views at the center of church scandals? Does it mean blindly rejecting science or eschewing the work of justice?

In this book, Jim McKenzie offers a portrait of a Christian that is rooted in the life and teaching of Jesus.

This book will help the reader:

Evaluate how to seek peace for yourself and your community.

Learn ways to do justice as a Christian.  Explore the intersection of your faith and vocation.  Consider the implications of Jesus’ command to love your neighbor and your enemies.  Balance your care for others with caring for yourself.

Weigh your self-interest in contrast to loving the least of these.  Acquire spiritual practices to facilitate your personal growth.

Our first-world society places a high level of importance on athletic achievement. We exalt our sports heroes and spend significant amounts of time and money on the sports industry. Starting from an early age, many of us are conditioned to believe that the ultimate sports achievements are the pinnacle of success in life. But what happens when that path comes to a dead-end? Modern sports culture is causing many former athletes to face an identity crisis. We are unfulfilled, discontented, and depressed. If athletic achievement isn't our purpose in life, what is? Is life itself just a big game? In his raw and vulnerable real-life account, Ben will help you discover YOUR game and how to play it best. Benjamin "Ben" Gilmore grew up immersed in all things sports. He followed his desire to play collegiate football to Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. He's since worked in many capacities from lawn care, roofing and auto mechanics, to banking, insurance, and finance. Ben serves as an Elder at First Christian Church of Troy, Kansas and volunteers in various capacities. He and his wife, Brittani, live in Doniphan County, Kansas with their three children.

When Jade and Teddy's father leaves to search for their mother, they are dropped off in a suburb outside of nowhere, at a mansion called Mulberry Manor, being watched after by eclectic family friends they have never met. It doesn't take long for them to realize there is much more to this mansion and this town than meets the eye. Lines between fiction and reality and the natural and supernatural become blurred as the brother and sister quickly realize they are in grave danger. And while there are some in the town that are there to protect them, there may be more that want to destroy them. With the help of new (and possibly other-worldly) allies, Jade and Teddy need to solve the mystery of Mulberry Manor before it is too late.

The Adventures of Mulberry Manor reminds readers that it is never too early or too late to be the hero of our own stories and that service to and sacrifice for others are never given in vain. It also weaves in the thread of disallowing cynicism into our lives and realizing there is more to this world than just what we can see. Through a continually unfolding mystery, heartwarming characters, and subtle life lessons, we are reminded that while discernment is important in today's world, empathy is needed just as much, if not more. This story helps us to discover the limitless power that comes from friends, family, and faith.

 Jay W. Foreman is a professional corporate storyteller, specializing in leadership and creative communication. He has authored a wide variety of books, ranging from children's stories to biographies to inspirational novellas. When he's not reading or writing, Jay enjoys barbequing and spending time with his family.

This amazing story tells how God called Allan E. Parker, Jr. to represent "Roe" and "Doe", the original Plaintiffs in the two cases that brought legalized abortion to America, in their legal efforts to reverse their national landmark cases. Confirming His call through Isaiah 28:14-22, God promised to do amazing, extraordinary works to end the "covenant with death", the "agreement with Sheol (the grave, hell)" that was embodied in Roe v. Wade.

This is a story of God's faithfulness as He led Parker, a dedicated team and individual activists, along with millions of prayers and actions to reverse the landmark cases that brought death and destruction to America. This is a behind the scenes reveal that says: "Look what the Lord has done!" It is for all Christians, non-lawyers, pro-life workers, history buffs, law students, attorneys and anyone curios to see a personal view of the Hand of God in history.

It is also the incredible story of two social movements which contributed to the reversal of Roe v. Wade, and which will eventually help end the abortion wars in America by making abortion illegal and unthinkable. Operation Outcry mobilizes courageous women injured by abortion to tell their stories through legally admissible testimonies. The Moral Outcry Petition is for everyone who knows that abortion is crime against humanity which kills infant life, causes "devastating psychological consequences" to women and should be outlawed in every state. Now Safe Haven laws in every state allow any woman to be free of the burden of parenting without killing her child and injuring herself.

Allan E. Parker, Jr., a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar, represented Norma McCorvey and Sandra Cano, the original "Roe" and 'Doe" in their legal efforts to reverse the two cases that brought legal abortion throughout America in 1973. In the Dobbs case that reversed Roe v. Wade, Parker represented over 2,249 Women Injured By Abortion; Hannah S., the first formerly frozen embryo to file a brief at the Supreme Court; the Jewish Prolife Federation and other Jewish voices; 375 Women Injured By Second and Third Trimester Late Term Abortions and Abortion Recovery Leaders; and Melinda Thybault, the Founder of The Moral Outcry Petition acting on behalf of 539,108 Signers of the Petition. Parker is a scholar, author, former TV Show Host, recipient of The 2022 George Washington Lifetime Christian Leadership Award from the National Association of Christian Lawmakers and a 2023 Servant Leadership Award from Heartbeat International.

On the dark night of June 24, 2021, unimaginable despair fell on Miami when a partial collapse of a 12-story beachfront building took 98 souls. Within minutes, author Mike Noriega rushed to the 3rd deadliest building failure in U.S. history, where his beloved grandma, Hilda Noriega, was buried in the rubble. When your heart collapses without warning, what do you do when sorrow leaves a hole in your soul?

The life blood of Uncollapsable Soul is to honor the 98 lives that perished. Their heartbeat is felt from the real-life accounts of survivors & families of victims, while praising the heroic first responders & the legacy of love le􀆡 by Mikeʼs grandmother. Its heart is inspired by Psalm 34:18, The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed. A broken heart is meant to be a life season, while a crushed spirit can be a life sentence. Yet, how can you prevent a broken heart from crushing your spirit?

Despite a shattered heart, your soul doesn't have to fall apart. Uncollapsable Soul guides you to redefine faith, recover hope in heartbreak, gain purpose from pain, and ultimately revive your heart, rescue your spirit, and restore your soul back to whole.

Have you ever wondered how biblical principles can lead you to experiencing all God has for you in this life? The Honoring Life will help you engage your mind and spirit as you implement the principles outline in this book. These truths are the foundation of understanding God's grace. God wants you to experience the freedom of forgiveness so you can keep your hurt in the past. Tiffany wants to share her first- hand experience of how the Lord has transformed her into the woman she is today. God turned the pain of her past into triumph as she learned to honor people according to his will. Her hope is that you will discover what the Lord says about honor and the rewards that are poured out over those who walk in the integrity of this spiritual virtue. You will find out how to transform your heart's posture to one of humility so you can unlock the promises of God for your life on a whole new level. You will learn how to honor people God's way. Tiffany Graham is known for her style of authentically and unapologetically sharing her truth. She is known for using her stories to encourage women, of all ages, in a way that allows them to receive grace for the season they are in. after obtaining her MA in Marriage and Family Therapy she moved from formal counseling to Biblical Counseling/Mentoring. She and her husband work intentionally to cultivate an honoring environment for their three children.

"Your weakness is your superpower."Studies show 70%+ of people experience imposter syndrome - the inability to believe your position, accolades, and other successes are deserved and the persistent fear of being found out to be undeserving. To compensate, your imposter syndrome demands perfection which results in exhaustion, burnout, lack of fulfillment, and hopelessness. Alani's experience having led thousands of people across 50+ countries, and coaching hundreds of clients has shown her that people are hungry to be met in the pit of their fears and accepted exactly as they are. By shining a light onto the dark spaces of their imposter syndrome, Alani helps individuals understand the uniqueness and beauty with which God built them and the mission He has for them. Most importantly, they arrive to the truth that the things we perceive as weaknesses actually point us to our greatest strengths. 'The Least of Us' is an invitation to learn the tools and techniques Alani has honed over the last two decades. This clarity results in the ability to stop white-knuckling their way through life and confidently walk out of their wilderness and into their Promised Land. Having served two decades as a military officer and supervisory special agent, Alani Bankhead has dedicated her life to seeking justice and protecting vulnerable populations from attack and exploitation all over the world. As an international speaker, TEDx presenter, and professional leadership coach, Alani's new mission is to encourage others to understand their unique gifts and calling so no one suffers through fear and imposter syndrome the way she did.

Norah is a small star in the sky who feels like she is not as important or as bright or as shiny as the other stars. But soon she will discover that God has created her for a very special purpose. And just like Norah, God has created us to shine His light to a dark and lonely world. We can be confident in the truth that He has special plans for our lives!

 Every day as she was dropped off at school, Addie would hear her mom call out from the car window, "Be a light in the dark world." As she grew older, she realized her mom's words were pieces of what Jesus said in Matthew 5:16, "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." Feeling the call to go into vocational ministry from a young age, Addie later received a degree in children's ministry and currently serves as the director of a Christ-centered non-profit organization in her hometown. This book is intended to encourage children with the truth that God has created them on purpose and for a purpose. As you hold this book in your hands, Addie is praying the Lord will also encourage you through these pages.

God's Kingdom is not just inside a building. God is God and His Kingdom is all across the earth. His Kingdom is being established with our neighborhoods, our schools, our cities, and our government. And what He's doing right now is waking up His body because He wants to move in our midst in new ways! That means your work as a student, homemaker, banker, plumber, teacher, bus driver, HR worker, dentist, lawyer, administrative assistant, CEO, athlete, politician, janitor, daycare worker ... is holy. That's right when done unto the Lord and operation in your unique gifts and abilities: Your Work Is Holy."

Dave Gerry has been a Madison area businessman for 35 years. He is the CEO of the Princeton Club - a health club he founded in 1987. Today the Princeton Club has 11 locations and over 50,000 members. He is also the CEO of SaltCo - an upcoming venture disrupting the water softening salt delivery market. While CEO is his official title, Dave describes himself more as a "coach". His desire is to help lead, inspire and encourage the next generation in their own entrepreneurial endeavors. He wants people to understand the value of their role in the marketplace and how God wants to use them in whatever arena they are called to function in.

Dave and his wife, Jean, have been married for 35 years. They have two adult children who are both married and several grandkids.

Most athletes perform at their peak when they have a weekly training plan that guides them to success and they form habits that motivate them towards achieving their goal. To be successful in business, the same holds true.

As a marathoner and entrepreneur, Farinholt shows how using the same tools in business that she uses to "go the distance" in a marathon can make the difference between reaching her goals and failing to accomplish them. A great training plan, forming daily habits, and a positive mindset are imperative to push through "hitting the wall" in business and not abandoning your dream of being a successful entrepreneur.

Greetings From Camp Wefowasa is the story of Leonard and his decision to go to summer camp. There are lots of reasons for him to attend Camp Wefowasa. Then again, there are a lot of reasons for him to stay away! When all is said and done, Leonard learns an inspirational lesson that when we look for the good in every situation, we always seem to find it.

Sam is a little boy with big dreams: he wants to be the first boy to live on Mars for a week! After dad builds him a rocket ship, Sam blasts off with his new name (Sam the Strong!) and crash lands on the red planet. Sam meets a handful of colorful and interesting creatures, but when the ancient foe challenges Sam and his new friends, will Sam depend on his new name, beat the guy, and make it safely home? Find out in The Adventures of Sam the Strong!

My heart just starts beating so fast. I can hardly breathe. I get my chill bumps. (Jesus bumps) Then, I realize, God has put me here for this time. I pray each morning, "God open my eyes, let me see what you have for me today. Please don't let me miss an opportunity to be there for someone else.

"Each Christmas letter in this little book is a Gift from God, an opportunity not missed. While everything we do emphasizes the pursuit of pleasure, success and even wealth, let's pursue God's assignment for us instead. Look for the opportunities, PLEASE do not miss a single one. If they are there for me, they are there for you too.

You will enjoy the wisdom of Roy Lessin and his wonderful messages he shares with each story. How God brought us together is just another example of how BIG our God is. My prayer for each of you is just like Christmas, "Ya Gotta Believe and Pray."

Intrigued from a young age to unlock unanswered mysteries from ancient Middle Eastern history, Buddy Childers decides to search for the real Mount Sinai and the Red Sea crossing sites described in the pages of the book of Exodus in the Bible. His search is based on scripture in both the old and new testaments, ancient inscriptions in Saqqara, Avaris and the cataracts of the Nile eventually taking him to the ancient land of Midian in modern day Saudi Arabia. His finds rock the traditional Sinai narrative and the undeniable proofs he uncovers will stir imaginations and challenge the most stalwart skeptics to consider what really happened thirty-five hundred years ago when a poor, eighty-year-old shepherd journeyed deep into the wilderness near his home. Based on the journeys of Moses, Ron Wyatt and others, the reader is encouraged to ponder what Childers' findings mean to us today if God actually spoke to humankind giving each of us directions that when followed, will lead to only one of two ultimate destinations, for all eternity.

Redemption----- Reconciliation ----- Restoration

Tom Zinn has spent the greater part of his life in the quest for answers to life's most compelling questions, chief among them being why we are here. A network engineer and flight instructor by trade his desire to answer this and other questions has led him to the lush jungles of Central America where he flew as a missionary pilot, the arid plains of the Aragon Valley in Spain where he served in the U.S. Air Force and cool banks of the Nile River in Luxor, Egypt. When ask what the purpose of life is his life is very simple. "I believe we're here to prepare us for there. Everything we do here echoes into eternity. Death is a veil we all eventually pass through and what waits for each of us on the other side depends on what we do with what we're given on this side. Understanding and embracing our relationship with the One who made us is of paramount importance. My hope is that The Big Ten will challenge the reader to consider God's incredible love and desire for a relationship with each of us. Your eternity destiny is in your hands. Seek and you will find. Ask and you will receive. Knock and the door shall be opened unto you." Mr. Zinn lives with lovely wife Aracely and teaches flying in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Northern Virginia.