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We Live in a World Full of Hate,Tragedy, and Hopelessness

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There are new things to look at on the site.

  1. The is a new trailer of the book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World.” It is on the right side under the Amazon icon. Click on it to see what the book is all about.
  2. There is a new page forming called, “All About Writing.” That page will talk about publishing; have guest authors share, and discuss writing trends. It is in a baby stage, so bear with me as I slowly develop it to my and your liking.
  3. I have posted two 5 star reviews of my book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World,” on the “All About Writing” page. I will be add others as the days go by. Click on the All About Writing tab to also see all my other places you can connect with me.
  4. There is a new page called, “Publishing News.” This page will bring you news from around the world on trends, latest news on publishing, and any other things that may be interesting. Check it every time you come here. There is a new post there today that is very interesting. Just click on the “publishing,” tab above, to read the latest news on publishing.

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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. I You can acquire it at all the eBook outlets. It is only $4.99. Help it climb the www.amazon.com best selling list.

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I have a podcast here that I did with John Kremer, the marketing guru. He invited me to share unusual places to sell books. Take a listen and hit those streets running: goo.gl/WGTF7

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Has it been hard to show love? We live in a world full of hate; full of tragedy, and seems to be going in the wrong direction.

The last few generations have slowly change the way we see things. There are many broken homes. there are children who turn out like their parents, and that isn’t always the right way to go.

Let me share some thoughts from my book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World.”

One of the chapters is called, “Hate is Not a Family Value.” It talks about our obligations as parents to be good examples for our children so that they may grow up and pass it on to their own children.

I used this short analogy to get my point across.

“If you smoke your children will probably smoke too, because it is ‘Monkey see monkey do.’ If you drink too much, your children will probably drink too much, because it is monkey see monkey do. If you take drugs, your children will probably take drugs, because it is monkey see monkey do.”

That chapter did cause much conversation.  

I pleaded with the adults of this world to stop right now, and change their lives into a role of leadership for their children. If they show good leadership, their children will show good leadership, because it is monkey see, and monkey do.

Is it that simple? Is that all we need to do to change the world? Well, it certainly couldn’t hurt. It surely would change many lives, if everyone did the same thing in their own lives.

Remember:

You are not alone.

You are not forsaken.

You are not unloved.

And above all… Never, ever, give up!

 

 

 

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Foolishness Leads to Disorder, but Wisdom Leads to Goodness.

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There are new things to look at on the site.

  1. The is a new trailer of the book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World.” It is on the right side under the Amazon icon. Click on it to see what the book is all about.
  2. There is a new page forming called, “All About Writing.” That page will talk about publishing; have guest authors share, and discuss writing trends. It is in a baby stage, so bear with me as I slowly develop it to my and your liking.
  3. I have posted two 5 star reviews of my book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World,” on the “All About Writing” page. I will be add others as the days go by. Click on the All About Writing tab to also see all my other places you can connect with me.
  4. There is a new page called, “Publishing News.” This page will bring you news from around the world on trends, latest news on publishing, and any other things that may be interesting. Check it every time you come here. There is a new post there today that is very interesting. Just click on the “publishing,” tab above, to read the latest news on publishing.

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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. I You can acquire it at all the eBook outlets. It is only $4.99. Help it climb the www.amazon.com best selling list.

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I have a podcast here that I did with John Kremer, the marketing guru. He invited me to share unusual places to sell books. Take a listen and hit those streets running: goo.gl/WGTF7

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The tongue is the hardest part of our body to control. Quite often we say things that we regret later. Once it is out of the mouth, it has done its destruction, and can’t be taken back.

What we say and don’t say are equally important. Proper speech is not only saying the right things at the right time, but it is also controlling your desire to says things you shouldnn’t .

Some example of a tongue out of control are:

  • Gossiping
  • Putting others down
  • Bragging
  • Manipulating
  • False teaching
  • Exaggerating
  • Complaining
  • Lying

Before we speak we need to ask ourselves… Is what I am about to say, truthful? Is it necessary? Is it Kind?

The uncontrolled tongue can do great damage. Satan uses the tongue to divide people. Idle and hateful words are damaging, because they spread destruction quickly.

A few words said in anger can destroy a relationship that took years to build.

How can we control our tongue?

The Holy Spirit will give us increasing power to monitor and control what we say, so that when we are offended, the Spirit will remind us of God’s love , and we then don’t react in a hateful way. When we are criticized the Spirit will heal the hurt and we don’t lash out.

I realize this is not an easy task. I have a short fuse at times, and really have to “bite my tongue,” t keep me from saying something I will regret later. I am able to do it with God’s help.

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

Above all…never, ever, give up!

 

 

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How Can I be Over-Joyed When Trials Come?

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There are new things to look at on the site.

  1. The is a new trailer of the book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World.” It is on the right side under the Amazon icon. Click on it to see what the book is all about.
  2. There is a new page forming called, “All About Writing.” That page will talk about publishing; have guest authors share, and discuss writing trends. It is in a baby stage, so bear with me as I slowly develop it to my and your liking.
  3. I have posted two 5 star reviews of my book, “Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World,” on the “All About Writing” page. I will be add others as the days go by. Click on the All About Writing tab to also see all my other places you can connect with me.
  4. There is a new page called, “Publishing News.” This page will bring you news from around the world on trends, latest news on publishing, and any other things that may be interesting. Check it every time you come here. There is a new post there today that is very interesting. Just click on the “publishing,” tab above, to read the latest news on publishing.

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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. I You can acquire it at all the eBook outlets. It is only $4.99. Help it climb the www.amazon.com best selling list.

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I have a podcast here that I did with John Kremer, the marketing guru. He invited me to share unusual places to sell books. Take a listen and hit those street running: goo.gl/WGTF7

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Thoughts just for you….

James 1: 2 says, ” Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds.”

How can we accept that? We are suppose to get all excited with joy when a trial comes our way? Tough assignment at best.

I can truthfully say that I have had my share of trials in my life. I am a heart patient that has had to have quadruple by-pass surgery; had to have a pace maker implanted, and I have had to go through two cardio versions. (Shock treatment of the heart.)

It would be very easy for me to complain, cry, be bitter, etc. There were some close calls with at least two heart attacks, but I AM over- joyed that all this has happened to me.

Because of all the trials I have gone through, I have been able to witness to many others who have gone through the same things I have. I can share with them how God’s love for me, has helped me make it through the muck and mire of life. I share that I wouldn’t haven’t made it if I didn’t think He was by my side the whole way.

Trials help mold us. Sure, we have to face adversity when they come, but when you are able to persevere and move on, you have a positive memory of defeating the adversity.

I know it is hard when trials comes, but rely on God to see you through and use them to grow, and witness to others.

Remember:

You are not alone.

You are not forsaken.

You are not unloved.

Above all….never, ever, give up!