Kenneth E. Montgomery has lived a full life: owning a business, becoming a jack of all trades and traveling throughout the world.

Along the way, he's enjoyed more than 50 years of marriage with his wife, Barbara, raised a family and lost an arm. In good times and bad, God has been with him every step of the way.

But it wasn't until after Kenneth earned his GED in his 60s that he began his life as a preacher. Since then, serving the Lord and spreading the "good news" of the gospel of Jesus Christ has become his passion.

Kenneth's duties as a preacher have regularly led him to Belize in Central America, where he's preached about the kingdom of God. Even after being brutally attacked and left for dead by robbers, he continued his work as a missionary.

Join Kenneth as he reflects on the hard times that made him wise, his life as a family man and his passion for the Bible in "A Backward Look."

What fears are standing in your way or holding you back? How do you want to become stronger? Olympic and World champion hurdler Sydney McLaughlin wants to help you answer these questions as she shares her personal story of struggles and victories, of faith and transformation.

Sydney McLaughlin knows about facing down obstacles. She has mastered not only racing over hurdles on the track but also tackling challenges in her personal life—from lifelong battles with perfectionism and anxiety to persistent questions about her identity and whether she was "enough."

Her pursuit of perfection and people-pleasing continued for years until God broke into her story with his overwhelming grace, transforming love, and empowering truth.

In Far Beyond Gold, Sydney will share aspects of her life story and personhood she has never shared publicly before, offering a more complex picture of who she is.

She will inspire you to:

• Conquer your fears in Christ's strength
• Stand strong in your identity in him
• Push past your perceived limits
• Overcome the challenges you're facing

Experience the story of a woman who shifted from anxiety to boldness, from limits to freedom, and from perfectionism to purpose—and now shows the world that often what we think is impossible is possible with God.

The Downing Legacy is the story of a family dedicated to serving God as missionaries in Kenya. Their assignment to run Rift Valley Academy resulted in a multi-generational involvement with the myriad and diverse roles necessary to produce a successful school, and one that has met American accreditation standards, and gained recognition worldwide for quality and uniqueness. Lee Harper Downing, the patriarch of the family, led the way with his gift of teaching Latin and the Bible. He was known for his life of prayer and faithful leadership in Africa Inland Mission. His eldest son, Herbert, served as principal of the school for many years where he used his varied talents for teaching, building, and administration. The younger brother, Kenneth, was asked to fill in for a year while Herbert was on furlough. He found himself "filling in" for ten years, during which time he taught various classes and generally ran the school. Both men's wives shared in the teaching and responsibilities of RVA which included homemaking for children living in dormitories, cooking, laundry, nursing, and other duties that were gracefully taken on as the need arose. This is the heartwarming story of their love and commitment to their mission.

But he never forgot the God of his youth, and a relationship that nourished and protected him when he was very young. Twenty years go by, and Michael is married and fully invested in his chosen profession, yet still angry at God. It was in the rooms of Al-Anon where Michael rediscovered his faith in a God that cares and began the challenging journey back to the God of his youth. But God wasnt through with Michael. In 1985, having a profound spiritual experience, he rededicated his life to the Lord, accepting Gods forgiveness, mercy and grace for his past indiscretions. The Scriptures became alive to him. He devoured the Scriptures at every opportunity. Since then, he has been in leadership in various churches. But God had more blessings for Michael. He hit another bottom when his attorney job ended. Shortly after that he attended Sierra Tucson for treatment of his codependency, grief and other unresolved issues. This was another turning point in his life. Michael uses his experience as a lawyer and Christian Life Coach to be of greater service to others. Since 1998, Michael runs The Serenity Shack, a sober living home for men. Michael lives in Long Beach, CA. Taking his Australian Shepherd, Oreo, for her run is the favorite part of his (and her) day. He can be contacted at [email protected].

A miraculous, true story of the birth of a genuine Christian university through the transformation, suffering, and even imprisonment of a former atheistic NASA scientist by God's providence.

Thousands of children and teenagers in the United States are growing up in homes where one or both biological parents are missing in action. The results of absent parents are far-reaching and truly devastating for the future of our homes and our families. Myama Myowne knows this fact all too well. She's lived it. She's experienced the impact. And she has a testimony that she wants to share. The truth of not having her father around when she needed him was painful. But God had other plans for her future. It included giving her the opportunity to see Him as the Father she never had and also gave her the ability to see the substitute father figures that He brought into her life at critical times in her development as the fathers she needed as well. The book you hold in your hands tells the story of what happens when God intervenes and changes the future. It not only tells Myama's story. It also shows the important role we all play in changing the present realities of many youth that need the love of one or both parents that may be missing from their lives. This much-needed book is meant to make a difference in the climate of our families, neighborhoods, and cities.

"This book is a must read for anyone who is, or has faced physical or emotional trails in their life. It will not only encourage you, it will help you find hope." Craig Caster - Founder, Family Discipleship Ministries

"Tim's book is a journey of loss that is heartbreaking. But more than that, it's a journey of redemption, hope and salvation. He's honest about what he's gone through and what it takes to live with NF2, his particular condition. But Tim has dug deep into his relationship with God and testifies of the sustaining grace for life and how God's promises keep him positive and focused. I say this not only from reading Tim's book, but from seeing him in the front row at church as I preach, from having coffee at Starbucks and talking church, Bible and mission.

Tim's deepest desire is to be used by the God he loves to help people connect with Jesus and develop that kind of faith that he KNOWS FROM FIRST HAND EXPERIENCE will sustain you through all that life may bring.

You will enjoy this book. You will be moved by this book. Mostly you will be challenged by this book." Ed Noble - Lead Pastor, Journey Community Church

Exposing the realities of this world and showing how humans have forsaken the morals and values by which they should live, author Mary Robinson discusses the necessity of acknowledging the wisdom that God has supplied humankind. Through her personal testimony, she shares how she was led to Christ and has not looked back.

In From Disgrace to Grace, Robinson explains how the two sins of fornication and adultery are destroying lives. She reveals the path to begin living a life that God intended, which involves changing a mind-set to live a godly life; knowing God by having a personal relationship with him; understanding God's will and honoring his word; showing appreciation for the grace he bestows; avoiding fornication and adultery; and renouncing the devil.

Through Bible scripture, From Disgrace to Grace shows how to live by the words of God and be thankful that he gave humans the Holy Spirit to endure the challenges faced in life.