This is a little book of big truths. It covers several different subjects you may be facing today, in a direct, no nonsense manner. Time is short and you are busy and you are looking for answers not frills. If you seek truth, you'll appreciate this little book.

Many Asians are drowning in shame and addictions with no way out. Is this any different from a traditional Westerner? Very much so. Shame and honor are embedded in the Asian way of thinking, behaving, and interacting. If you do not understand the cultural history of honor and shame and its underpinnings, then you will have a hard time understanding the mindset of Asians, let alone the stranglehold of shame that keeps many from breaking the code of silence.

This book is an autobiography of my life. In the Life speaks about how I got into the trap of being in a lesbian lifestyle. I speak of the trials and triumps in my life which lead to this decision. Homosexuality is very accepted today in this world while; God's word still remains the same today, yesterday, and forever more. I believe that God has layed on my heart for me to help others that struggle in this area. Remember, the enemy comes to dismantle, and disrupt your destiny through your mind and misinformation. Also, our toungue plays a very important role in our life because, we shape our life through our words. Everyone needs help and encouragement along the way to their journey. You life is not in vain No You have a purpose I have been placed on this earth to help others through my experiences. My hope is that someone will press their way to success. In sharing my experiences, I hope to inspire each and every one of you You can come out of traps and experience freedom. Don't stay there Climb your way out The light will shine again

God loves us and wants us to love Him, each other, and ourselves. God never intended anyone to be victimized, and it is important that we love and respect ourselves, holding ourselves in high regard. Domestic violence is sin, and violent interactions break the greatest commandments. Violence is incompatible with love, and that s why it is important to embrace God s word to find out exactly what it says to us about God s love. Furthermore, we know the Holy Spirit neither produces nor condones abuse, for love and gentleness are Fruit of the Spirit according to Galatians. We are precious to Him. We are valuable to God, and His sacrifice for us proves that. No matter what we have been told, what experiences we have had, what mistakes we have made, God loves us and wants us to be loved. We do not have to labor in an arena God never intended for us to labor in, He wants us to be free. If you are in a relationship that threatens your mental and physical health, your soul and your temple, seek guidance and strength from a God who knows your struggle. He is ready to deliver you because you have dwelt long enough on this mountain.

A journey of disturbing events as seen through the eyes of a adult when she was a child.

In recent years, there has been a growing academic acknowledgment around the world of a contemporary Buddhist phenomenon described as Engaged, or Socially Engaged Buddhism (SEB). It is a contested phenomenon variously associated with finding Buddhist solutions for social, political and ecological problems. The debate about its origins, practice and legitimacy has stirred academics and practitioners alike. Firstly, does such an approach to Buddhist practice constitute a departure with the past, in which case a new expression of an ancient practice is being experienced all around us? Or is this really a continuity of practice, adapted to inform current understanding given that some would describe Buddhism as always having been engaged? Adaptation and Developments in Western Buddhism examines the UK Socially Engaged Buddhist experience captured through a series of five case studies of Buddhist groups and a survey undertaken over two years in the field. The volume is a ground-breaking and benchmark analysis of Socially Engaged Buddhism in the UK, drawing for the first time on evidence from practitioner's experiences with which to characterise the previously dichotomous academic debate. Ultimately, the volume locates Socially Engaged Buddhism in the UK and places it within the broader and global context of an emerging "Western Buddhism", characterising the phenomenon and its relationships to the wider Buddhist world.

Designed to help those who have suffered from sexual damage or sexual abuse and for those who are called to minister to them. It will give you an understanding of how God created us for covenant sexuality and how sexual imprinting affects us. It will build your faith in that the same God who created you as a sexual being can also restore your sexuality. This book contains chapters on different topics followed by correlating assignments. They will help you get in touch with the Lord and His healing power. It also gives guidelines on how we can protect our children's future. There is nothing more damaging than a child being violated sexually. We must protect our children. My prayer is that the anointing of God heals, transforms and restores your sexuality as you work through this book. While counseling and ministering to individuals, I have seen God do miracles in this area and believe the same power can be released through this material.

"The Journey of a Christian Counselor" is written for the individual who feels drawn by the Holy Spirit to counsel, with or without formal training in the profession. It is a story within a story, a chronology of the spiritual and professional journey of a young woman searching for the meaning of a vision that she saw at the birth of her son. This vision changed her life, but it was not until the brutal death of her son that she gained the courage to release the vision and accept its purpose in her life.

In this book, eight brief scenarios about nine imaginary people will be presented. Even though the individuals will not have been modeled after anyone in particular, their intent will be to mirror what many people in this world consider to be the very important issues of this life. The point that will be made with each scenario, however, is that every person NO MATTER WHAT will someday die. Therefore, if there is such a thing as an afterlife and if that afterlife lasts forever, then rational intelligent human beings to be rational and intelligent should be at least a little bit concerned about that life after death. While the topics of this book are very serious, playful names have been used to describe the type of each person being discussed. For example, scenario one is about Abercrombie Gotitall. With a name like that, it should be obvious that he is very successful. Scenario two is about Barking Godislove. His main claim is that a loving God would never impose eternal condemnation on anyone. Scenario three is about Causing Imsogood. She believes that it is very important to be a good person and to be involved in positive civic causes. Scenario four is about Doing Moregoodthanbad. Neither saint nor devil is what seems to be most important to him. Scenario five is about Eternity Doesnotexist. Eternity tends to rely on the so-called smart people in this world to let her know the truth about the afterlife. Scenario six is about Foolish Religionisforothers. When he considers the costs of a favorable afterlife, he cannot bring himself to make WHAT HE THINKS are the necessary lifestyle changes to have it. Scenario seven is about Goober Faithshallow. She had repeated a template type of prayer for salvation as a young girl. Then, throughout her whole life, she had counted on that one prayer to get her into heaven once on the other side of the grave. Finally, scenario eight is about Hadnut and Ioline Truefaith. Of the nine people discussed, those are the two that got everything right. In the first two chapters, the first seven scenarios will be presented. The people will be introduced in chapter one and their eternal destiny will be discussed in chapter two. That chapter will also explain why each of them had ended up as they had. In chapter three, a discussion will be presented about what it will be like to die lost. In chapter four, the importance of seeking the Lord with all of one's heart will be emphasized. That chapter will conclude with an introduction and discussion of Hadnut and Ioline Truefaith and their four children. The first part of chapter five will emphasize that Christian people are forgiven but not perfect. That part of the chapter will address some of the difficulties that some of them have faced and some of their clear shortcomings. The second part of the chapter will talk about what it means to DIE SAVED. The Bible does not talk much about that topic. But from what is available, a person can at least know if paradise is located UP or DOWN. From the first page to the last page of this book, the entire intent has been to exalt Jesus. He is the Lord. He is the one that died on the cross so that people CAN come to the Him by faith. Therefore, the whole desire and purpose is to encourage each person to seek Him with all of his or her heart. It is to encourage each person to commit to Him and to trust in Him. It is to encourage each person to enter into a personal relationship with the Creator of everything. Jesus has made all things available and all things possible to every person that will come to Him by faith.

A Woman's Guide to Freedom is designed to help women in recovery from toxic, destructive relationships with men. It was born out of years of one on one counseling and ministry. Author, Kathleen Tolleson has included some of the best spiritual tools a woman can have for mental, emotional and sexual healing. The book can be used by an individual but also works when facilitating small groups. Whether you are on your own personal journey of restoration or helping others with theirs, A Woman's Guide to Freedom is invaluable. It is not something you just read, it's something you work through; and if you do the work, you will find freedom within its pages.

You are not alone. How many times have you had such unbearable pain in your life that you just wanted your life to stop? You did not want to take another breath or even another step. When Life's burdens and fears have weighed you down until you feel you cannot breath, as if elephants are sitting on your chest. You beg God to make it stop and please make it stop now, Lord. You have done everything except to give up. Everyday is a deeper valley and you don't see any end in sight. You're tired of looking for answers and find yourself almost cursing the Lord for not taking the pain from your heart and body. You wonder if anyone is listening up there because of the silence. You have pushed away people for your own safety and lost dear family and friends from being so down and negative. Stop and read this book. The purpose in which I wrote "Tears On My Bible" is exaclty what it says. I spent hours upon hours of sitting in the floor reading through the Bible looking for any type of peace and answers to all of my "Why Lord questions. I mostly memorized verse's in Psalms, but I still felt alone. It is odd when you are on your mountains there are so many people around you, but wait until you are in the depths of the valley. When you look around while in the presence of the valley, that is what reveals who is really sticking with you and loves you. Let my tears fill the void in in your life and please realize you are never alone. That is God's promise. You have to get quiet and shut off the world then God's voice can be heard. Remember, his messages may come in several ways. It could be by hearing his voice, or hearing from one of his Messengers, or by reading a book. I am a Messenger from God sharing my tear stained lessons and letting you know you will always be okay. Don't give up, give in and close your mouth and open your ears. Join me as I relive my path lessons with the Lord. I am a voice that should not be alive to tell these true stories. I was never alone and neither are you.

About This Book This book, Dazzling Secrets For Despondent Saints deals with the positive side of overcoming depression from a decidedly Christian, biblical perspective. It deals with topics and concerns such as: What is the best remedy for depression? How can a Christian maintain a life of joy and victory? What are the causes of depression? How to stay in harmony with God. How to recognize when you are overreaching The relationship between obedience and happiness How to help others who may be hurting. Accepting yourself and others. The power of loving relationships. Turning God's promises into reality.

Many people consider themselves Christians but are not sure they're going to heaven. Do you know how to help them, how to answer their questions, how to pray for them as well as how to pray with them so they will know how God really forgives, not how they think He does? Always Ready features dozens of examples of real people who have been led out of their confusion to genuine faith in Christ.

"More than ever, pastors and serious Christian lay people need the message and challenge of this book. It flows easily from the heart and life of one who has walked the pathway of following the mandate of Jesus to take His message to the hurting, the sick, the wounded, the lonely, the confused of this world. It will send a sensitive pastor to his knees to ask God for a burning heart, and he will share that with the flock committed to his care. Ronald Hotrum has spoken his heart...a heart that has lived every moment of this Christ-honoring record."

--Robert L. Morris

Professor, Greek, Bible, biblical and pastoral theology

Bethel College, Mishawaka, Indiana

"I recommend this book to every Christian who is seriously interested in sharing their faith with pre-Christians and making a difference in Kingdom expansion. The book, Are You Ready? is, by far, the most helpful one I have read on how to pray and the need to clearly understand and articulate forgiveness. Pastor Hotrum's personal stories and experiences of leading people to Christ will keep you motivated to read more. This book is a simple treasure in assisting the Church to more effectively bring in the Harvest "

--Dr. J. Dale Erbele

Director of Harvest Ministries of the Evangelical Church