Jeannette Haley

This book is the combination of the works of Rayola Kelley and Jeannette Haley, Co-founders of Gentle Shepherd Ministries in 1989. Between the two women they have around nine decades of studying and imparting the Word of God to others. Their goal has always been to make the glorious truth of Jesus Christ and His redemption a living reality to the hearts of His followers. Included in this book are the Gentle Ministries Discipleship Course that has been requested and used by people throughout the world, along with Bible Studies, excerpts from sermons and articles. Every bit of material in this resource of information has been complied with one goal in mind, and that is to build up and nurture the life of Christ in the members of His Body, the Church. Although some information will seem repetitious at times, one must remember the subjects and themes are eternal truths that can and must be approached from different angles to ensure a sound spiritual foundation and a sturdy foundation. The information and challenges put forth in this book will not only nurture serious disciples of Jesus, but it will bring a well-rounded understanding as to the fundamental beliefs that make up the Christian faith.

Even though this book may be the author's first devotional in print, Jeannette Haley has, in a sense, been "writing" daily devotions for most of her Christian life. Such "devotionals" consist of love, hope, and inspiration that have been a part of her testimony and expression through various means-one being her paintings as a professional artist. Her sense of wonder can be found in the painted reflections of the majesty of God's creation, whether it be the silent grandeur of majestic mountain peaks, the glory of clouds and sky, flaming sunsets, rainbows of promise, the power of foaming seas, animal and bird life, or the colorful complexity and intricate beauty of flowers. The murals Jeannette painted for the Chapel of the Resurrection in Bothell, WA give silent witness of her love for her Lord and Savior. Beyond physical hearing there are songs of creation that express joy for life itself, its sweet tones of gratitude for gifts from above, and, at times, its melancholy tenor in times of struggle and losses. These things have brought depth to the author's own life. Above all, she has discovered beautiful gems in His Word that often become like a musical scale on her heart where arrangements are composed based on what she has witnessed and heard in her observations, and turned into an unadulterated expression of praise and worship. This devotional offers glimpses into the majesty that surrounds us. Simple and pure in presentation, they will cause the reader to land on that which is secure, while looking up for that which is promised, while discovering that which is lovely and beyond description.

Join cousins Paul and Dana as they travel with family and friends from their ocean home to a remote ranch in Mystery Valley, Montana. In the midst of helping turn the ranch into a Bible camp, they suddenly find themselves caught up in local legends and mysterious happenings.Was there really gold hidden in Mystery Valley? Was there really a monster living in the thick forests? What did the old propspector who lived on Buckhide Mountain and his young Indian friends know that they were keeping a secret.What evil forces were trying to close down the Bible camp, and would God hear their prayers and help them? Find out the answeres to all these quesitons and more as you follow "The Adventures of Paul and Dana" in the pages of this book.

The Adventures of Zack and Mira is the story of two young children, Zack and his sister Mira, who become caught up in the unfolding drama taking place near their home in Israel where they live with their parents. Beginning with their discovery of the wild man in the river, one adventure leads to another as they see and hear the exciting events surrounding the One whom they come to know as Jesus. Interwoven within these ventures Zack and Mira learn valuable lessons of strong moral character, godly attitudes and responses, love and forgiveness, faith and salvation. The Adventures of Zack and Mira is written to encourage children of all ages to explore, enjoy, believe and apply to their own lives the truths and principles revealed in God's Word. Parents and teachers will find review questions for each chapter for discussion and personal application in the back of the book. It is the author's sincere desire that The Adventures of Zack and Mira stimulates young minds to search for and discover their own spiritual adventures, and relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ through God's Word.