Books published by WestBow Press

This is a deeply personal book about the inner life of a minister's wife, following her journey of a lifetime, told with laughter and tears, triumphs and failures. She shares the secrets she has found within the pages of her Bible to guide any woman on the joyous journey to becoming the best person she can be: a truly Heavenly Woman.

Getting to know the love, provision and protection of a faithful loving Creator. My life became one of absolute peace and safe adventures.

God inspired me to write this collection of poems, speeches, plays and skits for children's Christmas and Easter programs in 2005. The objective was to help people discover the reason for our Savior's Birth, Death, and Resurrection. This book is an inspiration when read to your children and grandchildren, even if you're not involved with planning and implementing a program. However, if you're the Children's Ministry leader, this book has it all (poems, speeches, and skits for children's Christmas and Easter programs. It will touch the hearts of God's people and those who haven't accepted Christ's gift of Salvation. My deepest desire and prayer is that when the unsaved hear (or read) my poems, speeches, and skits, they will want to be saved.

26 Letters but Stuck on Y: is meant to serve as a help to you whether you are in the middle of suffering or would just like to be encouraged in your belief of God's character. Throughout the book, there are a variety of questions that get wrestled with. Many have a hard time reconciling God's character, because if He was all good and all powerful, why do we see so much bad? Most all of us have a difficult time understanding Gods timing, and why He does not move faster- why is that? It is easy to question feelings of grief and disappointment, and we wonder whether these feelings are fair? While others may just want to know if time can heal all wounds? And if all of this is reality, the question we may be asking is: where do I go from here?

Who doesn't want Heaven's Peace? These reflections will inspire you both in seeking and celebrating that Peace. Lana Marler has a remarkable capacity of finding and using images that will keep you reading.Rev. Maxie Dunnam, Minister at Large, Christ Church, Memphis, TNA lifetime of following Jesus has led to Lana's sharing the fruit of her journey with personal stories,her deep songbook and reflections on Bible stories that'll make your heart smile. Join Lana as she follows the Master with keen insight and a truckload of joy!Joe Birch, Memphis News AnchorThese musings seem heartfelt and can easily speak to various people at various times. The approach reminds me of the Upper Room booklets: A short to the point thought for the day.I have no doubt people can find value in them.Dr. Jerry Harber, Memphis, TNIn her latest book, Lana Lee Marler has produced interesting and inspiring weekly Christian meditations, music and art,designed to assist the reader in having a deeper understanding of scripture and the liturgical calendar. For the person seeking to increase his/her spiritual growth, I would highly recommend the use of this new book.Rev. Kenton Burnette, United Methodist Minister, RetiredLana Marler is a blessing to many simple, everyday people like me.She knows that God gave us all one job...Love people. Lana does that well. It has been my treat to read most of these words before they found their way into this book, so I know she will be a blessing to you.Read, think, listen. You will meet Jesus.Dr. Charles R. Halford, Memphis, TNThis book is a must read for all who aspire to spiritual awakening,and an inspiration to those who seek to experience the Holy Spirit through music.Lee Saunders, Attorney

What started as a project to capture some of her funny childhood memories in writing, evolved into a conscious awareness of little nuggets of widsom she'd gained through many of those experiences. It was in the writing where God began to open her heart to specific truths she had never before considered, including her most painful childhood experiences -- the ones she never intended to put into writing. As a result, her memoirs are a mixture of humor, inspiration and faith, that will not only have you laughing but will touch your heart as well.

Does self-doubt, anger and shame own a code of silence in your personal head space? Challenge yourself to identify and redirect energy from shame and anger into acts of forgiveness. A dose of targeted forgiveness yields a promising future as it opens the opportunity for deeper meditative liturgical inspiration.

Use English, Spanish and French to help us talk about our different feelings and characteristics. No matter how you feel remember that you are beautiful just the way you are.Utilisez l'anglais, l'espagnol et le français pour nous aider à parler de nos différents sentiments et caractéristiques. Peu importe ce que vous ressentez, rappelez-vous que vous êtes joli comme vous êtes.Usa inglés, español y francés para ayudarnos a hablar sobre nuestros diferentes sentimientos y características. No importa cómo te sientas, recuerda que eres hermosa tal como eres.

Learning the true intent and character of God and His desires and plans for our lives. It is necessary to understand what God's intent and society's intent for our life is. When we understand the character and will of God, is for us, we can begin to see and receive His gift.

The first day after I retired and the alarm clock did not go off, I wandered out through the French doors from our bedroom to the courtyard, cup of coffee in hand. I realized I was completely alone for the first time in a long time. In this peaceful moment, a single thought exploded in my mind: What do I do now?Transitioning to Retirement with Courage and Grace is a road map for women who seek God's guidance in all seasons of their lives and particularly in times of change. It is filled with practical suggestions, pertinent facts, gentle humor, and the transparency of an author who hopes to be seen as a supportive guide and friend.Ways to prepare spirit, soul, body, personal relationships, and social living for retirement are discussed. Ways to handle the irritations, struggles, and fears that are frequently a part of any life transition are examined. The impact of change, the importance of structure, and strategies to help make significant and sometimes difficult life changes are offered. Finally, we'll talk about ways to enrich the retirement experience and pass a legacy forward.The pathway through retirement is a mini transition that closely resembles the journey through life. The same change and decision-making strategies, persistence, flexibility, curiosity, and scriptural principles work for both. The learning from this book, therefore, can be applied to other areas of life as well.

While moving Group Alpha away from an increasingly hostile Earth Government One, Mistress Deborah receives word that one of the few remaining church elders has been betrayed and is in grave danger. Between EG1's purge of historical accounts of religions and its relentless campaign against everyone over the age of sixty, Deborah knows her group must rescue Brother Alan to preserve both religious and secular history. Her sense of responsibility is complicated by the health decline of her mentor and Group Alpha's spiritual leader, Mistress Grace. She diverts the group from their northwest march so their best fighters can save Brother Alan before leaving western Tennessee. Alpha's scouts could not know EG1's patience with dissidents, and scattered pockets of believers with elders, has run out. Unwittingly, Group Alpha camps on a route EG1 trackers will use to attack resistors. The battle for Nashville forces all their plans to change.

This thirty-day devotional encompasses the entire letter that James wrote to believers.Geared to encourage readers to spend quality time with the Lord, each chapter is broken down by verses with a theme for each day. The daily theme offers you a precious opportunity to engage with the text and reflect on how selected Scriptures apply to your life.As you read, you'll consider questions such as:¿ How can you nurture a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ?¿ How can you apply the word of God in your daily life?¿ Why is the message of James so relevant to today's world?What we need more than ever is for believers to authentically put into action the life of Christ by how they live. James, the brother of Jesus, was inspired by God to help us achieve this goal by writing a simple approach to the gospel of Christ.Join the author as he explores how the teachings of James shine a spotlight on a path that will allow you to walk side by side with the Lord.