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God created man as a spiritual being like Himself with the intention to live with them forever. Because of mankind's rebellion against God, they died spiritually but continued to live under the powerlessness of their soul--intellect, emotion, and will. Man's intellect gathers information from the senses of the body and processes it, his emotion decides what he desires to do, and his will carries out his soul's evil intent.Even though man was spiritually separated from God, He still desired to live among His people. His first dwelling place was a tent called the tabernacle, which was later replaced by the temple. Both shared three distinct parts: the courtyard, the Holy Place, and the Holy of Holies. God dwelt specifically above the Ark of the Covenant in the Holy of Holies.The tearing of the temple's curtain at Christ's death signified God's coming from behind the curtain to dwell in man, His new sacred temple. Man's soul forms the new Holy Place with its intellect, emotion, and will. These correspond to the lampstand, the altar of incense, and the table of showbread. Man's re-born spirit forms the new Holy of Holies with its intuition, conscience, and communion. These correspond to Aaron's staff, the two stone tablets, and the gold jar of manna, all of which Moses placed in the Ark. For the first time since the fall, man no longer has to live by the powerlessness of his soul. Because of Christ, God can indwell man. His presence enables them to be spiritual men and women who experience the power of His resurrection. The intent of The Tabernacle, The Temple, and You is to understand what we were, to identify where we are, and to grasp what God has called us to be.Ron joined the military at the age of seventeen with the hope of adventure. On the flight to boot camp, he heard God's voice: "Ron, are you going to live the rest of your life for yourself, or are you going to live for Me?" By the time the plane landed, Ron had made Christ both his Savior and Lord. During his time in the military, he was nicknamed "Reverend" because of the radical change in his attitude, behavior, and character. After an honorable discharge, Ron endeavored to serve his Lord Jesus Christ in instant, absolute obedience. Christians first recognized Ron's prophetic gift while he was working in the inner city. His heart was broken by the church's apathy to the poor and by their conformity to the world. The Bible defines the gift of prophecy:And if I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; ...but do not have love, I am nothing. (1Co.13:2 NIV)The gift of a prophet is used to reveal God's truth and will to man. Love does not deviate from the truth; love always tempers the truth. The Bible teaches that the truth shall set us free when it is applied to our lives. Ron's life has been committed to sharing the transforming truths of God's Word. His heart is for Christians to become fathers of the faith who can display Christ's love, share His wisdom, reveal His power, and walk in His Holiness. It is Ron's hope that after reading The Tabernacle, The Temple, And You, you may have a better understanding of who you are in Christ.keywords: Spiritual man, God's temple, Tabernacle, soul, spirit, born-again, spirituality, transformation, new beginning, hope

The Christmas Clover is a cute little story that demonstrates the selflessness of giving. Short stories are powerful inspirations. Children's books have the power to foster empathy and understanding of other people and cultures. My wish is that you and your child enjoy this little book, as much as I enjoyed writing it. ~Jianing Jianing Cai is an international student from China in the 12th grade of the Storm King School. Jianing likes doing photography, painting, and writing short stories on a regular basis. Reading poetry collections has always been Jianing's hobby since she was a child. As she was guided and influenced by literature teachers and activities in schools, she began to write poems based on her own experiences and equate them with illustrations. keywords: Christmas, Giving, Christmas Wish, Selflessness, Children's book

How do you know what love is if you've never been in love? Where do you look for the answer? Sent to Mexico on assignment by her law firm, Michael Madison, a young, talented, but naïve young woman becomes deeply, passionately involved with a married man. Realizing her affair with the wealthy Mexican will end badly she returns home hoping to resume her life and expecting the success of her assignment will advance her career. But fate has something different in mind. Leaving friends and family behind, Michael accepts a position with a small underfunded non-profit over a hundred miles from home. The dramatic changes in her life are further complicated when she meets a handsome doctor, but will her illicit affair always cast a dark shadow over her life. About the Author - Deciding the time had come to retire, Ruth and her husband sold Portola Valley Thoroughbred Training Center and left Northern California to set out on a magical journey to Mexico aboard their boat, the Paradigm, cruising the waters and spending time in the many towns and villages on pacific coast of Mexico. After two years of nomadic life they settled in Puerto Vallarta. Ruth developed a love and understanding of the Mexican culture and history while learning to speak Spanish. After seven years they returned to the states due to Ruth's husband's medical needs and settled on a farm in South Carolina once again making racehorses a part of their lives. Keywords - Fiction, Romance, Affair, Mexico, Single Parent, Women, Change

How does one choose between money & power over love & loyalty? Risk vs. Reward takes you on this twisted ride. Throughout this adventure, there is love, deceit, drugs, money, heartbreak and loyalty. Meet Blake, who is the ultimate smooth-talking athlete; he has a way with women that will blow your mind. Blake comes from a loving family and has a gentle heart, which sometimes causes more harm than good. Blake was a true player but even the best players meet that one girl they can't have, for Blake, it was Brandi. Brandi was a smoking hot chick in college who wouldn't give Blake the time of day; but life has a way of swinging things in one's favor, especially when they are like Blake. However, sometimes the things we think we really want are not the things we really need. This is something Blake would find out the hard way. Blake had an uncle Preach who was heavily involved in the drug trade and a ladies' man himself, especially back in the day. Preach and Blake were extremely close, and he was the one who taught Blake how to be a true boss - in the sheets and out. Preach always knew Blake was super smart and had that gift of gab. As a result, for all big drug decisions, Preach would always consult with Blake to maximize the situation, and Blake always had the perfect plan of attack. During a chance encounter years after college, Blake ran into his college crush Brandi, only to find out that she was unknowingly married to the biggest drug dealer in the Washington DC area. Prepare yourself for this emotional roller coaster, as all hell breaks loose when Blake, following his heart and undying love for Brandi, decides to save her from her current situation, without considering the consequences that comes with making a choice between money, drugs and power or Love, Loyalty and Trust. Which would you choose? Keywords: Exciting, Captivating, Page Turner, Adventurous, Romantic, Danger, Action, Engaging, Sexy

My nonfiction, self-help book, Caring for Someone You Love, deals with helping my father during the last year of his life. Healthy and active all his life, Dad suddenly took a fall at age 80 that resulted in a downward spiral that rendered this fiercely independent man suddenly dependent. Caring for Someone You Love, is the story of how this affected both of us. It is a story of love and adjustment and lessons learned, a personal story with broad implications at a time when our older population is larger than ever before in history. With more than 40 million Americans 65 and older, countless sons and daughters will one day find themselves in my position. My father's end of life was an inspiration to me. It is my hope this book will be an inspiration to others. I am also the author of an earlier book, Kindness on a Budget, which illustrates the gifts of being kind daily, both for the giver and the receiver alike. I am an experienced promoter, having discussed Kindness on a Budget on numerous radio shows and as a featured guest speaker before various organizations. Suzanne Elise Abels, M.S., is the mother of 3 dynamic children: Zachary, Haley and Riley. Her husband of 30 years, Peter, is her anchor in life. This book began as a coping mechanism following her father's near-fatal fall in April 2016. She promised him she'd see it through. They shook on it. Suzie's first book, "Kindness on a Budget," illustrates the outsized impact of subtle, daily generosities of spirit. Suzanne lives in southern California, where she enjoys, hiking, Yoga, and gardening. Keywords: Family Relationships, Illness, Elderly Parents, Healthcare, Assisted Living, Care Giving, Inspiration, Kindness, Love, Respect, Positivity