This book (Approx. 154,172 words in length -- 113 Chapters) contains many of my book titles on the subject of Holy Bible doctrines from a fundamental Christian faith perspective. While some chapters include aspects of what some Christians refer to as "Pentecostal" or "Charismatic" beliefs, due to mentions of miraculous events and of the supernatural "gifts of the Spirit" as described in the New Testament, the majority of Bible teachings included, are beliefs held by a majority of fundamental Christian believers but with aspects included that you do not often hear coming from the pulpits of most evangelical churches due to the sometimes controversial nature behind them. If there is obviously well established scriptural-backing for doctrines that are taught within their proper biblical contexts, Christian believers should be given a chance to understand them as fully as God's Word permits and by revelation of the truths within them, as guided by the Holy Spirit. Certainly, I do not claim to have any sort of extra-revelation as a "special teacher" or as a self-proclaimed prophet of some type. I am simply a graduate of theological studies and a Bible teacher who has served in non-pastoral teaching positions and as a guest speaker to fundamental Christian churches, beginning in my youth. My calling has actually been to teach as a layperson, when opportunity was given and to use the avenue of writing to express these teachings as God has inspired me to do so. My belief is that God opened to me some of the deeper aspects of these doctrines as he has for many others, due to my intense desire to learn from His Word and to share it with others. Do I make mistakes as I present teaching from God's Word? I certainly do however, I approach the teaching of God's Word with great reverence for it and for God who inspired it and I am extremely cautious to teach only that which I truly and with firm conviction, believe to be what God's Word actually reveals. While there are certainly false preachers and teachers who purposefully pervert God's Word or who teach it from an evil motive, there are also sincere teachers like myself whose humanity causes them to make those occasional mistakes that are unintentional but inevitable. While it has sometimes been implied by Christians in some circles, that someone who is truly led by God's Spirit can never be in error or mistaken while under His Anointing to teach or preach, the fact is that while the human element is involved, man never becomes infallible when sharing truths (especially the finer points) from God's Word. With these statements in mind, I simply ask readers of this book to cautiously study the teachings I offer and to pray for God's leading, while comparing my commentaries to what the scriptures are saying on each subject addressed. Space is provided at the bottom of pages for notes to be added by the reader. SECTION ONE (9 Chapters): End-Time Bible Prophecy a Powerful Reason to Believe in God SECTION TWO (14 Chapters): Amazing and Inspiring Bible Teachings SECTION THREE (15 Chapters): The Genesis Gap - A Comprehensive Biblical Study SECTION FOUR (11 Chapters): God Performs Supernatural Works Today SECTION FIVE (6 Chapters): Historical and Doctrinal Differences between Catholicism and Protestantism SECTION SIX (11 Chapters): Christian Answers to the Theory of Evolution SECTION SEVEN (5 Chapters): Christian Apostasy Biblical Warnings SECTION EIGHT (5 Chapters): Darkness to Light - Experiences in Christ and God's Word SECTION NINE (6 Chapters): When Hurtful Things Happen in Christian Churches SECTION TEN (18 Chapters): Why Christianity and Bible-Belief Makes Sense SECTION ELEVEN (6 Chapters): Exposing the Gospel of Riches Movement in Christianity SECTION TWELVE (7 Chapters): Seven Fascinating Biblical Facts about Jesus Christ

With the advent of more self-publishing venues, more authors are placing their written works on sale at all of the major bookseller websites. This has admittedly opened the door for books of lesser-quality to be published. Understandably, this has angered some readers, who also serve as book reviewers. Some are upset at the fact that the major booksellers are allowing trash titles (inferior quality books), to be advertised on their sites. Independent authors who have good quality books to offer but whose written works are not at the standard of premium-quality novels, are sometimes persecuted. The fore-mentioned reviewers, are going overboard in attempting to eradicate inferior-quality books, by harshly criticizing them, via their written attacks. These are often directed at the author, as well as book content. Should this be occurring? My belief is that yes...harsh reviews are necessary in some cases but how far should a reviewer go in expressing their dislikes for book products? Should they go so far as to use extreme ridicule, spiteful remarks and other attack language in their reviews? I would ask readers, to consider the points of perspective I have attempted to present as objectively as possible, within the chapters and sections of this book. SUBTITLE: "Can Motives Be Proper for Attack Reviews?" (3 Sections, 17 Headings, Approx. 15,472 words in length) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SECTION ONE: Effects of UNFAIRLY UNFAVORABLE Book Reviews on Independent Authors: When a Negative Review IS NOT MERITED by a Written Work CONTENTS: 1. RECENT POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE CHANGES IN PUBLISHING AND BOOK REVIEWING 2. HIGHLY NEGATIVE BOOK REVIEWS: DESTROYING AUTHORS WITH A FEW TAPS OF THE KEYBOARD 3. A BAD REVIEW ON MY HEALTH TITLE 4. ARE AUTHOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT NEGATIVE REVIEWS LEGITIMATE? 5. AUTHORS IMPROVE BUT MUST BE OPEN TO 'APPROPRIATE' CRITICISM 6. VAGUE REVIEWS NOT EXPLAINING WHY A LOW RATING WAS GIVEN 7. TRASH TITLES CONTRIBUTE TO BAD PERCEPTIONS TOWARD INDIE AUTHORS 8. IN CONCLUSION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SECTION TWO: Writing Books that Won't Get Blue Meanie Reviews: How To Avoid People Who Aren't Nice with Reviewing Your Books CONTENTS: Chapter 1: Why People Write Bad Book Reviews Even When They're Not Mad at Anyone Chapter 2: Avoid Bad Reviews by Writing a Threatening Introduction Chapter 3: Format Your Book in Such a Way as to Stun Readers into Giving you Nothing but Good Reviews My Conclusion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SECTION THREE: Bashing Authors with Negative Reviews and Feeling Fully Justified: Trashing Writers of Bad Books for Fun and Self Confidence CONTENTS: First Chapter: I'm Really Not a Bad Person, I Just Don't Like Some Books Second Chapter: Watching the Trends by Keeping Up with Group Members Third Chapter: I Never Thought Becoming a Reviewer Would Be So Easy Fourth Chapter: Hints for Writing Bash Reviews for Trashing Inferior Authors My Closing Thoughts - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Toward the end of 2012, I made the careful decision to publish an eBook on the subject of "unfairly unfavorable book reviews," which would be the first in a three-part experimental series (observing reviewer responses to each eBook installment). I have never forgotten, at any time during this process, that most reviewers are people with honest intentions and who do a great job expressing likes and dislikes for books they have read. Still, with reviews in some circles, continuing to head the direction of "anything goes," this experiment was important and I have no regrets for using it to help bring awareness to proper versus improper book reviewing practices.

This book, being approximately 31,692 words in length, is a compilation of four titles (sections) I have previously published separately, on the subjects of book/eBook publishing, writing for revenue-sharing content websites and other subjects of interest for independent authors/publishers. This lengthier resource combines these titles, for readers who are interested in these subjects in more expanded detail. SECTION ONE CONTENTS: TITLE: "Are Revenue Sharing Article/Content Publishing Sites Beneficial?" SUBTITLE: "Legitimate Opportunities for Authors" CHAPTERS: CHAPTER ONE: My Personal Experience with Revenue Sharing Websites CHAPTER TWO: Things to Consider in a Content Revenue Site Contract CHAPTER THREE: Getting your own Blog or Website to Generate Revenue CHAPTER FOUR: My Plagiarism and Article Re-publishing Observations CHAPTER FIVE: Tips on other Types of Publishing and Republishing SECTION TWO CONTENTS: TITLE: "How To Avoid Negative Online Publishing Experiences" SUBTITLE: "Cautiously Marketing Your Intellectual Property" CHAPTERS: CHAPTER ONE: Avoiding Fly-By-Night Online Businesses: (A Simple Rule of Thumb) CHAPTER TWO: The Better Business Bureau: Not Just a Slap on the Wrist: (Bringing Resolution to Bad Online Business Practices) CHAPTER THREE: My Heated Exchange with an Online Beatles Radio Station: (Putting the Blue Meanies in Their Proper Place) CHAPTER FOUR: Removing my Blog from a Major Revenue Sharing Website Conglomerate: (The Strange Practices of a High-Profile Content Farm) CHAPTER FIVE: A Content Site Who Deleted Contributor Articles with No Warning: (One More for My List of Negative Writing Experiences) SECTION THREE CONTENTS TITLE: "Rants and Raves of an Indie eBook Publisher " SUBTITLE: "Achieving Success with Digital Books" CHAPTERS: CHAPTER ONE: Publish Your eBook Free on Amazon KDP CHAPTER TWO: The BooksOnBoard eBook Publishing Platform CHAPTER THREE: Mean-Spirited Spam Book and eBook Reviews CHAPTER FOUR: Amazon's KDP Select: A Sales Boom for Me CHAPTER FIVE: Is it a Good Thing to Write for Content Websites? CHAPTER SIX: My Unusually Negative Experience on a Publishers Help Board CHAPTER SEVEN: Content Farms: Authors Beware CHAPTER EIGHT: Why I Write Short Subject Health eBooks/Books SECTION FOUR CONTENTS TITLE: "Corrupt Business Practices in Newspaper Circulation" SUBTITLE: "The Eye-opening Experiences of a Newsboy" CHAPTERS: CHAPTER ONE: Why I became a Newsboy CHAPTER TWO: Collection Time Shenanigans CHAPTER THREE: Tucked Away for a Rainy Day CHAPTER FOUR: How to Increase Newspaper Circulation without even Trying CHAPTER FIVE: Confessions of a Corrupt District Manager CHAPTER SIX: Ghost Routes Galore CONCLUSION

(This book is approximately 3,120 words in length.) -- Most of the general population is not well informed about a common condition affecting the liver, that affects an estimated 29 million people in America alone. Up to 6.5 million of these people, will go on to experience inflammation in their livers or what is also referred to as "steatohepatitis." Many will eventually experience cirrhosis in their livers, meaning scarring/lesions that will begin to appear within the organ, which is irreversible and that can eventually lead to death or in the need for a life-saving liver transplant. The author whose words you will read in this book, is a patient who has lived with a condition of non-alcoholic fatty liver, since the year 2007 (for six years at the time of this writing). -- My case of the disease has not gone on to become steatohepatitis but I have been diagnosed with enlargement of my liver, which is reversible at this point, if I follow my doctor's treatments and a weight loss plan (my obesity is between moderate and severe). While I am not a medical professional, I am one who can relate facts concerning this disease, from firsthand experience with it. I can also pass along the knowledge I have accrued, through six years of extensive research on literally hundreds of reputable medical websites, as well as from blogs and articles written by fellow liver disease patients. While the information I will relate is not as extensive as that one could contain through a professional medical journal, I do believe I can express information that most laypersons would be seeking, in addition to sharing my personal experience with this potentially very serious disease. -- It is my sincere hope that the information contained within the chapters, will prove to be beneficial to the readers who obtain it. - Jim Lowrance -- TABLE OF CONTENTS: -- CHAPTER ONE: What is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)? -- CHAPTER TWO: What Are the Symptoms and Methods for Diagnosing NAFLD? -- CHAPTER THREE: When Does NAFLD Become Non-Alcoholic SteatoHepatitis (NASH) and How is It Treated? -- CHAPTER FOUR: My Own NAFLD Story

Some Statistics including those by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) state that up to 25-million Americans suffer from asthma. That's approximately I in every 12 people or about 8.2 percent of the US population. Asthma is more common in women than in men and is also more common among African Americans and Hispanics than in Caucasians. Approximately 3,000 asthma deaths occur in the US each year. It is believed that undiagnosed asthma in a significantly large percent of sufferers in years past was due to less-adequate diagnosing of the disease. Better education on the types of asthma, its causes and related conditions (i.e. Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema and COPD) is helping to detect more cases earlier, so that treatments can slow progression and improve the symptoms of these common respiratory diseases. As a fellow asthma sufferer and patient advocate, it is my sincere hope that this book helps to educate its readers on this very important medical subject. This book is not intended to be an extensive manual but is intended to contain information most often sought by laypersons on the subject. CONTENTS: CHAPTER ONE My Personal Experience with Adult-Onset Asthma CHAPTER TWO Simplified Descriptions of Asthma and Treatments CHAPTER THREE Risks in Asthma Patients for Developing Future COPD CHAPTER FOUR Medical Research Statistics on the COPD - Asthma Connection CHAPTER FIVE Can Acid Reflux Disease cause Asthma? CHAPTER SIX Understanding Congestive Heart Failure and Cardiac Asthma

Some readers of this short subject resource, may believe that authors who are attacked, should not feel that it is wrong for those who are doing so or that reviewers who are attacked, should not feel that it is a wrong action by those perpetrators either. In reality, both parties should feel that the other involved party has a right to express her/his opinions about a book or a review but that it should be done "within reasonable decency." By this term, I simply refer to published opinions directed at other living people, not containing attacks, defamation or purposeful twisting of what a book - or of what a review expresses generally (purposeful misrepresentation), via one's own public response to them. I've made similar statements before but I will say again that "freedom of speech" has had its definition expanded upon by people who would like to see an anything goes society (at least they think they would). However, there are laws and online website guidelines that are supposed to prevent this from happening. They are not placed there to take away a free society but so that threats of murder, public rants or threats expressed otherwise, about a persons race, religion, sex or orientation, are all disallowed. By setting limitations on a freedom, you prevent chaos from evolving from it and you actually protect many other rights at the same time. For example, if one threatens someone else with bodily harm, publicly, this is an illegal expression that is not free to be practiced and can lead to the arrest of the guilty party. When you hear some proponents of freedom of speech and expression, defending that right (a very proper thing to do, when done in-balance), you would think that they believe these freedoms were granted to free societies, so that anything can be said or expressed. However, try expressing your perceived freedom to walk naked in a public place for example, and you are guaranteed to be thrown in jail or at least fined for either misdemeanor or felony "indecent exposure." There have been blogs created addressing both sides of the "authors-reviewers wars" issue, being that of authors feeling that some reviews are going overboard by including attack type language within them. Some authors on the other hand, are not willing to receive critical reviews of any kind, even those that are written in a straightforward, honest fashion but that include some strongly-dissatisfied language within them (something I have been falsely accused of complaining about). Anyone... and I do mean "anyone," who does not see that there literally are two extremes that exist within the author and reviewer arena, either are in purposeful denial or they simply aren't paying attention. There are in fact authors who can't take even honestly-offered criticism and who actually attack reviewers for giving them an unfavorable review .... (Much more is covered within the three book Headings listed below). TABLE OF HEADINGS: HEADING ONE: Is the Authors-Reviewers War Real or Imagined? HEADING TWO: Integrity Eventually Always Wins Out... Always HEADING THREE: My Previously-Written Works that Address This Problem from Other Angles (Total approximate word count: 7,100 Words)

Over the years, I have observed the different trends that occur among people who are non-believers in God and also among those who are believers but who for some reason, have become angry with the God they have previously embraced. The latter group I mention, were not 'on the edge believers' either but rather full-fledged people of faith in God and usually of Christian belief as I am (in my country of America, 75% of the population claims Christianity). One of these trends that is very common among non-believers, who even claim that this aspect of life that I will mention, is their very reason for not believing in God, is the same reason why some believers are angry at God. It has to do with tragedies they witness or experience in life. You can hear them making comments to the effect of: "How could God allow such tragedies and atrocities to occur in this world, when the Bible says he is a loving God"? Many answers to these questions, are given in this 4,597 word book, through discussion of what the scriptures actually have to say regarding this difficult subject (SEE my many other Bible Study Subjects, in book, eBook and audiobook formats.) TABLE OF HEADINGS: HEADING ONE: Why Would a Loving God Allow the Evil Going on in the World? HEADING TWO: God's Original Intention for Mankind HEADING THREE: Men Still Directly Cause Their Own Tragedies but God Offers Salvation HEADING FOUR: God's Offer of Redemption to Mankind - It's Far More Than a Dramatic Movie IN CONCLUSION:

This book contains 6 of the best "Question and Answer" discussions that I have had with fellow thyroid myopathy and neuropathy patients, over the years (approx. 3,900 words in length). The people who asked me these questions, came to know me through the many thyroid disease books and articles I have published since year-2005. They were also aware of the fact that I was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy and myopathy, as a result of thyroid disease and nutritional deficiencies and that I have been receiving ongoing treatment for them. While these discussions are mainly about symptoms and diagnoses of metabolic muscle and nerve diseases, treatments for them are also discussed. For more information on treatments, see my book titled: "Neuropathy and Myopathy in Treated Thyroid Disease." Certainly patients should look to their doctors for direction and advice, first and foremost but it can bring additional comfort when one can relate to another patient who has actually "been there." Experiencing significant, negative changes in nerves and muscles of the body, can be a scary thing. It can be very helpful to hear from someone else who has experienced the same fears and struggles, that these conditions can bring. While the information contained in the Q & A that follows, is not as extensive as one can find within a medical journal, it still touches on many of the concerns that arise within thyroid patients, who experience symptoms of chronic nerve pain and muscle weakness. It is my hope that this general informational resource proves to be helpful and educational to those who obtain it. - Jim Lowrance TABLE OF CONTENTS: INTRODUCTION (pages 3 and 4) QUESTION & ANSWER 1 (pages 5-7) QUESTION & ANSWER 2 (pages 8-10) QUESTION & ANSWER 3 (pages 11-13) QUESTION & ANSWER 4 (pages 14-16) QUESTION & ANSWER 5 (pages 17-19) QUESTION & ANSWER 6 (pages 20-23) About the Author (pages 25 and 25)

This extensive resource, on the subject of hypothyroidism, contains 22 chapters. With over 20,000 words dedicated to all aspects of hypothyroid conditions, their symptoms, diagnoses and treatments. I discuss blood tests and other diagnostic methods for detecting under-functioning thyroid glands, problematic symptoms experienced by "treated hypothyroid patients" and aspects of improving and optimizing thyroid hormone replacement therapy . I have combined two of my most popular hypothyroidism books, into one comprehensive resource. The content of these combined written works, is formatted for easy to follow reading and in language intended for the average layperson thyroid patient I sincerely believe this resource can benefit hypothyroid patients, who are seeking to better understand this metabolic disease that will in the vast majority of cases, require lifelong treatment. SECTION ONE: "A Complete Look at Hypothyroidism" (5 chapters - originally published in eBook form, in year 2008) SECTION TWO: "The Best Darn Hypothyroidism eBook " (17 chapters - originally published in eBook form, in year 2010)

Two Popular Hyperthyroid Resources Combined --- This extensive resource, on the subject of hyperthyroidism, contains 18 chapters, with over 14,500 words dedicated to all aspects of hyperthyroid conditions, their symptoms, diagnoses and treatments. I discuss blood and imaging tests and other diagnostic methods for detecting over-functioning thyroid glands, problematic symptoms experienced by "treated hyperthyroid patients" and aspects of improving and optimizing life as a treated thyroid disease patient. In this resource, I have combined two of my most popular hyperthyroidism books, into one comprehensive resource, at a discounted price. The content of these combined written works are formatted for easy to follow reading and in language intended for the average layperson thyroid patient. I sincerely believe this resource can benefit hyperthyroid patients, who are seeking to better-understand this metabolic disease that will in the vast majority of cases, require lifelong treatment (hormone replacement, following thyroid removal or ablation). SECTION ONE: "A Complete Look at Hyperthyroidism" (Originally published in eBook form, in year 2008) SECTION TWO: "The Best Darn Hyperthyroidism Book " (Originally published in eBook form, in year 2010)

This Eight Section book is comprehensive on the subjects of thyroid disorders and health conditions that are strongly related to them. The information is thoroughly researched and very high quality. Symptoms are discussed, as well as diagnostic and treatment methods -- both medical and natural. The reader will learn about the most effective treatments available for thyroid diseases, including facts about how thyroid hormone therapy can be tweaked and optimized for best possible results. Other health conditions that are strongly associated with thyroid problems, are also discussed in detail, including *joint/muscle pain, *chronic fatigue, *emotional disorders and *fatigued adrenal glands. This resource is extensive, containing 107 Chapters and approx. 70,375 words. The beginning and ending page numbers are referenced for each section in the 'MAIN TABLE OF SECTIONS' of the book, so that a reader can page to specific sections as needed. SECTION ONE: "Hypothyroid and Hyperthyroid Disorders" - (11 Chapters) SECTION TWO: "Testing for Thyroid Disorders" - (13 Chapters) SECTION THREE: "Essential Thyroid Disorder Basic Information" - (16 Chapters) SECTION FOUR: "Autoimmune Aspects of Thyroid Disorders" - (12 Chapters) SECTION FIVE: "Anxiety and Depression in Thyroid Disorders" - (15 Chapters) SECTION SIX: "Physical Conditions Caused by Thyroid Disorders" - (17 Chapters) SECTION SEVEN: "Adrenal Fatigue in Thyroid Disorders" - (18 Chapters) SECTION EIGHT: "Metabolic Problems Caused by Thyroid Disorders" - (5 Chapters)

In the chapters of this book, I present information regarding common emotional conditions of "neurosis" and the less-common conditions of mental illness referred-to as "psychosis." It is my intention to help define the differences between these two types of emotional and mental disorders but to also present the differences between common conditions of neurosis that are in the anxiety and depression categories. Subjects covered include descriptions of major depression, bipolar depression, schizophrenia and different types of major anxiety disorders. Signs, symptoms and diagnosis are discussed, as well as the treatments that are administered for these different types of disorders (i.e. pharmaceutical, psychiatric and natural therapies). It is my hope that this book will provide a good basic educational resource for readers wishing to learn about identifying and treating mental and emotional disorders. This book is not intended to be an extensive manual but is intended to contain information most often sought by laypersons on the subject. TABLE OF CONTENTS: CHAPTER ONE: Psychosis versus Common Anxiety and Depression CHAPTER TWO: A Description of Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder CHAPTER THREE: Confirming a Diagnosis of Mental Illness CHAPTER FOUR: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety Disorders CHAPTER FIVE: Positive Versus Negative Responses to Anxiety CHAPTER SIX: What are the Differences between OCD and Generalized Anxiety Disorder? And What is Cyberchondria CHAPTER SEVEN: The Basic Differences between Anxiety & Depression CHAPTER EIGHT: Antidepressants Effective for some but not for Others CHAPTER NINE: Can Hypoglycemia and other Medical Conditions Mimic Psychiatric Disorders? CHAPTER TEN: More Patent-Education and Doctor-Communication about SSRI Antidepressants CHAPTER ELEVEN: Stress Management to Aid Treatments for Mind and Emotions

This book is also included as a section in "The Everything Thyroid Disease Book ," so this version is for those who are interested in the subject of hyperthyroidism specifically (also available in eBook). Hyperthyroid conditions account for about 20% of thyroid disease cases. The causes of an overactive thyroid gland can be varied but the most common cause is an autoimmune condition called Graves' disease. Complications can also occur with hyperthyroidism, including Thyroid Eye Disease, toxic diffuse goiter, hot nodules and myopathy of the muscles. Some hyperthyroid conditions can become life-threatening as well (i.e. thyroid storm). These and other subjects related to hyperthyroidism, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatments are discussed in this resource. NOTE: This book is approximately 6,539 words in length. The "Best Darn" reference in the title, is not to imply that this is an extensive medical journal but rather that the book contains all aspects of information on the subject that most laypersons would be seeking. CONTENTS: CHAPTER ONE Hyperthyroidism Basic Facts: Overactive Thyroid Gland General Information CHAPTER TWO Major Causes of Hyperthyroidism and Treatments: Common Contributors to Thyrotoxicity CHAPTER THREE Graves' Disease Hyperthyroidism and Treatments: Autoimmune Caused Hyperthyroidism CHAPTER FOUR Radioactive Iodine Ablation of the Thyroid: Cell Destruction of Diseased Glands CHAPTER FIVE Treatment for Hashitoxicosis versus Graves' Disease: Patients with Temporary Hyperthyroidism CHAPTER SIX Why Doctors Sometimes Delay Treatment for Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Problems with Hashitoxicosis CHAPTER SEVEN Manifestations of Thyroid Eye Disease: Autoimmune Eyeball Problems and Their Treatments CHAPTER EIGHT Symptoms and Manifestations of Thyroid Storm: The Hyperthyroid Condition Requiring Emergency Care CHAPTER NINE My Review of Mary Shomon's Hyperthyroid Book: Another Great Resource for Patients with Hyperthyroidism CHAPTER TEN Support for Struggling Thyroid Patients: Two Reasons Why Information and Support Resources are Important CHAPTER ELEVEN Coping with Thyroid Disease: Methods for Dealing with a Lifetime Health Disorder

It is my hope and desire to provide a fairly extensive answer (approx. 22,000 words in length), for the hope that Christian faith brings to practicing believers in the Bible and faith in Jesus Christ. Through the 18 chapters this book contains, I provide answers from a Biblical perspective, for many of the age-old questions regarding life, death, good and evil. A great listen for agnostics who question the authenticity of the scriptures and a great study tool for Christians seeking to learn more about "revealed knowledge" the Holy Bible contains, that sometimes fails to be taught from church pulpits. -- "give an answer to every man who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you." (1 Peter 3:15) CONTENTS: CHAPTER ONE: Belief in God Widely Held in the USA CHAPTER TWO: More Proof of God's Existence - What Would That Be? CHAPTER THREE: What Do Statistics Reveal About Belief in God in the USA? CHAPTER FOUR: Man's Attempt to Explain Life and Existence CHAPTER FIVE: My Stance on Belief in God and Christianity in a Nutshell CHAPTER SIX: Is Meaning and Purpose of Life Non-Scientific? CHAPTER SEVEN: Is All Religion Vain? CHAPTER EIGHT: Ben Stein's "Expelled" Versus Bill Maher's "Religulous" CHAPTER NINE: Is God Responsible for both Good and Evil in the World? CHAPTER TEN: Fallen Angels - the Tempters of Mankind CHAPTER ELEVEN: The Original and Future Fall of Satan CHAPTER TWELVE: When and by whom was the New Testament Written? CHAPTER THIRTEEN: Old and Young earth Bible Creationism CHAPTER FOURTEEN: The Controversial Genesis Gap Doctrine CHAPTER FIFTEEN: Does the Bible Refer to Dinosaurs? CHAPTER SIXTEEN: Are UFOs Natural, Spiritual or Extraterrestrial? CHAPTER SEVENTEEN: Bible Prophecies of World-Changing Events CHAPTER EIGHTEEN: Offering Hope of Eternal Life to the Terminally Ill"

(Approximately 6,000 words in length.) Why would I see the need to write about a horrible "bizarre bullying" experience, that I had as a teen who grew up in the 1970s, rather than to relate all of the glory days I experienced? My reason, is because I think we sometimes forget about just how hard it can be for a teen who is growing into adulthood, to survive the negative challenges of it. This is true especially of those harsh experiences involving mean-spirited people, that the vast majority of kids are affected by at some point during their transition into adulthood. I do not wish to imply that this stops when we become adults (there are lots of mean-spirited adults) but kids are more susceptible to "hurt feelings." We sometimes become passive about how difficult and demanding this time in a person's life can be. We see movies and television that turn the sometimes "horrible experiences" of youth, into humorous plots and comical skits. The fact is however, that the "teen years" are sometimes not survived by those who are trying to grow up through them and it is believed to be the most difficult time in life, according to experts in the psychiatric fields of study (especially ages 13 and 14). I was one of those teens who found myself to be experiencing out-of-control emotions at different points while I was growing up. Much of this stemmed from experiences that were occurring in my life, that I found serious difficulty coping with. At certain points, I began to resort to methods of escapism, including drug and alcohol abuse. These of course, did not succeed in providing me real deliverance from my problems but only served to embed them more-deeply into my soul. These "vices," as some people refer to them, have a real ability to quell a person's pain for moments at a time but they also make it far more difficult to deal with them, once the diversion and numbing effects of them have worn off. They are in fact "dead ends" that only serve to cause further bondage in the lives of young people, who have already become imprisoned by negative emotional imbalances. I believe by sharing one of my own negative life-experiences -- one that was seriously and negatively-impacting, I can help to demonstrate how serious these types of experiences can be in the lives of teenagers, who are trying to survive growing up in a tough and sometimes cruel world. I also share what I believe to be a major source of hope for teens and that which can give them that seriously-needed realization, that their lives have purpose, meaning and direction. TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. Growing Up and Coping in a Cruel World 2. The Christian Message of This Book 3. The Cruelty of a False Accusation 4. My School Absentees Were Mounting 5. The Day My Brother Got Involved (Involuntarily) 6. The Usual Domino Effect of Gossip and False Accusations 7. Riding Out One Storm, While Another is Approaching 8. The Light at the End of the Tunnel - An old Cliche but Very True