Read this book and experience a more loving celebration of 'God with us' than you ever thought possible.' Gregory Spayd, Pastor serving St. Genevieve Parish, Corpus Christi, Texas This is one of the finest--if not the finest---books I have read about the birth narratives of Jesus. Wow. Great job Thanks. Rance Darity. Graduate University of Kentucky, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Mennonite Seminary. An Anabaptist 'follower of Jesus'. 'Creative, challenging, provocative, and scholarly, John Henson takes us on a journey that cuts through the Christmas traditions of the centuries, enabling us to hear afresh the radical story of the birth of Jesus.' Revd Dr Simon Woodman Co-minister: Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, London; formerly tutor at Cardiff Baptist College, Wales. 'John Henson and Ray Vincent present us with the humanity of the Christmas story, and show us why it matters. I cannot thank them enough for making Christmas real to me again, and restoring true meaning to one of the most powerful, scandalous, and beautiful narratives of our shared faith.' Kevin M. Rodriquez, Founder and Administrator 'Progressives for America.'. 'In this thought provoking book, John and Ray, grounded in a faith that touches real people in the real world, invite the reader to expand their knowledge and imagination and to reflect on the message at the heart of the Christmas narratives.' Sue O'Hare, Methodist Minister, Caerphilly, Wales. 'John Henson's work is for a large part of the "religious" public a well-kept secret.' Rowan Williams (Baron Williams of Oystermouth) Archbishop of Canterbury 2002-2012

The Christian life is not about giving up, but taking up. The call of Jesus to discipleship is a positive one-love God and your neighbour. It's not about being serious, but happy and loving. It's not a constant battle against small temptations. It's because Jesus didn't spend all his energy fighting the temptations of the world that he was able to withstand genuine temptation. This series of studies of his life takes a look at stories from the gospels which illustrate the way in which temptation came to Jesus in his ministry-the temptation to stay where he was comfortable and known; to divide people into friends and enemies; to avoid confronting problems, and many others. They are the serious temptations we all face, and which Jesus answers. Quotations from the gospels are taken from GOOD AS NEW, the new translation of early Christian scriptures to be published later in the year. "John's presentation of the Christian gospel is of extraordinary power simply because it is so close to the prose and poetry of ordinary life. Instead of being taken into a specialised religious frame of reference-as happens even with the most conscientious of formal modern translations-and being given a gospel addressed to specialised concerns-as happens with even the most careful of modern "devotional books-we have here a vehicle for thinking and worshipping that is fully earthed, recognisably about our humanity." Rowan Williams

In this book John Henson suggests that by basing our practice and understanding of "communion" on the event of the Last Supper we have ignored those other occasions when Jesus ate and drank with the people of his day, with the result that we have reversed the intentions of Jesus. Instead of the meal being an invitation to inclusion, the churches have used it as a means of exclusion; instead of the "beanfeast of the Kingdom" it has become a gathering around the cenotaph. In these studies Christians are challenged to return to the mind of Jesus by allowing all the evidence of the gospels to be put into the balance. Although the author's prime purpose is devotional, there are revolutionary implications. Should the churches take the contents of this book seriously, communion will never be the same again.

A book of the pencil illustrations of John W Henson as a tribute to his school art teacher

A collection of poetry on the themes of heroism, bravery and the horror and pathos of war. A tribute to those that have lived through such times

A collection of the poetry styles and shaped poetry forms created by John W Henson

Read this book and experience a more loving celebration of 'God with us' than you ever thought possible.' Gregory Spayd, Pastor serving St. Genevieve Parish, Corpus Christi, Texas This is one of the finest--if not the finest---books I have read about the birth narratives of Jesus. Wow. Great job Thanks. Rance Darity. Graduate University of Kentucky, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Mennonite Seminary. An Anabaptist 'follower of Jesus'. 'Creative, challenging, provocative, and scholarly, John Henson takes us on a journey that cuts through the Christmas traditions of the centuries, enabling us to hear afresh the radical story of the birth of Jesus.' Revd Dr Simon Woodman Co-minister: Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, London; formerly tutor at Cardiff Baptist College, Wales. 'John Henson and Ray Vincent present us with the humanity of the Christmas story, and show us why it matters. I cannot thank them enough for making Christmas real to me again, and restoring true meaning to one of the most powerful, scandalous, and beautiful narratives of our shared faith.' Kevin M. Rodriquez, Founder and Administrator 'Progressives for America.'. 'In this thought provoking book, John and Ray, grounded in a faith that touches real people in the real world, invite the reader to expand their knowledge and imagination and to reflect on the message at the heart of the Christmas narratives.' Sue O'Hare, Methodist Minister, Caerphilly, Wales. 'John Henson's work is for a large part of the "religious" public a well-kept secret.' Rowan Williams (Baron Williams of Oystermouth) Archbishop of Canterbury 2002-2012

A portfolio of illustrated poetry created by John W Henson in full colour

This is Johns first poetry book that covers all aspects of life portrayed throughout the book in different sections including romance, history, humour, spirituality and many more...A successful man of many previous talents so no wonder when John put his pen to poetry his talent for this too was obviously seen for his words flowed out naturally that in no time at all he soon become a much loved and appreciated poet by all the Poets that are around today...Being so varied in content this is a book that will delight all who have the great pleasure of purchasing a copy ...

The Chronicles Of Gildas is an Epic poem in twenty parts. Gildas is a Celtic Warrior, his adventure begins in approximately 90 B.C. on the day of his wedding to the beautiful Rowena, the Picts raid his village and she is taken. Whilst attempting to rescue her, Rowena is murdered and Gildas is turned vampyre. Thus begins the story of a love that will not die though all the odds are stacked against it. Gildas uses his immortality to track his beloveds soul across time, locating her in different ages and different incarnations only to lose her again and again. Their story is a breathtaking journey through history. Follow their heartbreak and pain in a rollercoaster ride through time, as the great lovers make history becoming part of the past and the future, creating myths and legends along the way as their tragic story unfolds.

"What an amazing and heartbreaking and beautiful story." -Anne Lamott New York Times Bestselling Author On July 12, 2009, a bus carrying a youth group from Shreveport, Louisiana, to a youth camp in Georgia overturned when two tires failed near Meridian, Mississippi. Most of the twenty-three passengers were injured. Maggie Lee Henson, age twelve, died three weeks later from traumatic brain injuries sustained in the accident. This story, Maggie Lee for Good, is one part worst-case scenario and three parts God's creative redemption. In it, her parents describe the overwhelming grief of losing a child, their struggle with faith, and the unexpected acts of love and generosity that result from their loss. John and Jinny Henson's story captures the essence of Maggie Lee's boundless faith and will inspire readers who are facing loss, searching for evidence of God's sustaining grace, or looking for ways to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is a powerful reminder that there is no tragedy so profound that God cannot bring good from it. One Day One Deed One Difference www.maggieleeforgood.org The life and death of Maggie Lee Henson began a movement of kindness that is still reverberating. More than just a feel-good story, her story is proof that the human spirit will triumph even when the body fails, that people do want good to win, and that God is very much at work redeeming the world and even our worst-case scenarios. The best way to join Maggie Lee for Good is to click the "Like" button at this Facebook page: facebook.com/MaggieLeeforGood. If you would like to present "Maggie Lee for Good" to your school or service organization, visit www.maggieleeforgood.org to access free tools, graphics and printables. Jinny Henson is a graduate of Baylor University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. She and her husband, John, launched the Maggie Lee for Good movement. She has traveled the country performing stand-up comedy and attributes God's gift of laughter as one of the secrets to her family's survival of tragic loss. Jinny's blog is jinnyhenson.wordpress.com. John Henson is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is founding pastor of Church for the Highlands in Shreveport, Louisiana. John also serves as Chaplain for Volunteers of America, North Louisiana and maintains a blog at www.revjohnhenson.com.

What do you associate with horror? Things that go bump in the night? The tingle down your spine? The trickle of cold sweat or warm blood? Can fear have a funny side? Here you will experience it all. In Darklingmire. Feel terror as the vampire bites, or as the werewolf tears. The skin crawl as rotting pirate corpses rise from the brine or as Princess Ankh Nakht takes her revenge. Or are Jack the Ripper or the games of the night nurse, the daemons that haunt you? Trembling with fear? Then turn the page and warm as the puppies howl at the full moon. Fall in love with Vlad and Diptherea, or laugh at the angst of their teenage daughter Pandemonium. Though it could all end in tears with the Devil's gnome. You have been warned

Dear Reader, to walk within the realm of dreams and imagination. The poems held within John's second book, cascade like a waterfall, tumbling over the emotions of all things seen and unseen. "Broken Wings" has at last been penned, following on the heels of 'Shadow Dancer'. Again, it will make you laugh, it will make you cry but most of all it will inspire you into wanting to keep turning the pages...

The companion book to the Pets Across America short story series: which is full of interesting pet facts, proverbs, blessings, prayers, classic poems and original poems by people across America. This is a wonderful collection the whole family will enjoy. You will also find useful Pet Tips to help you care for your animal companions.