Kirjahaku

When Jake was four years old, his life turned upside-down. One morning he woke up to his mother saying, Your daddy does not live here anymore. At the time, she was pregnant, and they needed money. Suddenly Jake was the man of the house, and he never saw his real dad again. His mother remarried, but it wasn't the same. The damage had been done, and Jake's path to destruction began.As he grows, he tries to fill the emptiness of abandonment with drugs, violence, and troubled relationships. Of course, his efforts failed, which only pushed him further toward a life of crime. Eventually, Jake goes too far, and he ends up behind bars. He has hit rock bottom, and there is no hope for recovery or redemption. But then he meets someone who changes all that and tells him about someone who is willing to forgive.Shackled yet Free is a perilous journey into the life of a man who faces obstacles from the get-go. Unable to recover from the pain of his past, his life is almost ruined until he finds God. Jake never knew there was someone who would love him unconditionally and heal old wounds. No longer imprisoned by previous pain, Jake might be able to get his life back and find love, family, and absolution.

Freedom's Journey is Jake Wilson's continued saga. In "Shackled Yet Free." Jake sought to replace the loss of a father with many things, including alcohol, drugs, and women. While in prison, he met a man who turned his life around. After his release, he had his share of setbacks, but he stayed true to this man's teaching and became the man, God wanted him to be. Jake is about to find more answers to more things that plagued him from the past. God would lead him on a journey that would stir an emotional cauldron.

Free to Serve is Jake Wilson's continued saga. In "Freedom's Journey" Jake was reunited with his son, Brandon, whom he abandoned as a young father. Brandon felt a call to a special ministry that would involve his father and the farm, where they lived. Together, they learn how God had stayed close throughout their years of separation and now has a plan for them to serve Him. God is in the business of seeking people willing to do His work. Jake and Brandon learn to trust and obey God's calling.

The Acorn and the Oak Tree was written to offer comfort to my granddaughter. The loss of her "Granny" the year before still brought tears to her eyes whenever we were together. This story offers hope to anyone losing a loved one, as it did for her. I dedicate this story to my loving wife.

The Acorn and the Oak Tree was written to offer comfort to my granddaughter. The loss of her "Granny" the year before still brought tears to her eyes whenever we were together. This story offers hope to anyone losing a loved one, as it did for her. I dedicate this story to my loving wife.

Life has many crossroads. Our choices affect our future and the lives we touch. One wrong decision may lead to destruction without someone to change our direction. None of us are perfect nor are our choices. What a joy we have in knowing that we are not alone. God knows everything about our journey and desires to lead us through tough times, trials and circumstances when we seek him. As a young father, I accepted Jesus as my Savior. Looking back, I can see his presence in my life long before I made that decision. He has been involved at every crossroad and continues guiding me today. This is our journey together.

This is a story involving three young animals from Australia. When they are fully grown they might be considered as enemies, but through their youthful trials they become close friends. The lessons learned are not just for the animal kingdom.

This is a story involving three young animals from Australia. When they are fully grown they might be considered as enemies, but through their youthful trials they become close friends. The lessons learned are not just for the animal kingdom.

The Corner Caf represents years of joy, hope, encouragement, laughter, friendships, and fellowship. Peter's daily routine visits lead to a tremendous revelation on his last day. What began, as a new location for morning coffee nearly twenty years earlier, became a habit that was orchestrated by spiritual guidance.

History is a great teacher. We learn from our mistakes, our failures, and our successes. For those who believe that the Bible records the history of mankind, it is full of lessons for the world to use to correct undesirable behavior. Genesis chapter eleven records the events surrounding the building of a tower in what is called Babylon today. It was to be a monument for the people doing the work. God commended their zealousness, but was left out. As a result, He confused their language, the building ceased, and we can learn much from the story.

Taking care of children may be a full time job for most mothers, but it does not pay the bills. Often, mothers have to work to support a family's household needs. This is especially true for single moms, which children do not understand. This book is for them.

Near the end of our lives we may take the time to reflect and find meaning. Family, friends and acquaintances may have influenced us in our journey or we may have made a difference in their lives. "Reflections" is a journey of this author's life as he nears his final years. Lives touched through everydayinteractions become trophies of a life well lived.