Books published by Xulon Press

The doctor felt with bed rest I should recover quickly. That sounded like good news to me. I was all for a speedy recovery. However, the speedy recovery did not come. I became weaker and weaker each day, with the life edging out of my body. I loved my precious children so much, and only wanted the best for them, but the way my life and marriage had been going, I was not sure I was what they needed. Surely God had a better mother for all six of them! My life was such a bad testimony with two divorces. I began to pray ... "Dear Father, I feel your presence near me, and I know You are my Shepherd and will not leave me as I pass from this life into the next. Lord, if you have a better mother for all these six children, I give them to you." I closed my eyes, feeling the presence of angels all around me, and I felt the Shekinah Glory of the Lord's nearness. I felt myself lifting higher and higher, and felt I would soon be in the presence of the Lord and in God's glorious heaven. I fully trusted God to care for my precious children, and that I would spend eternity with each one of them. When I awakened, I realized I was still in my bedroom ... I felt a surge of energy flood through my body and strength I simply had not had before. I looked up to heaven and said ... "Ok, Lord, I know you have a job for me to do." Beverley Reuland is a retired school teacher, having taught children for 30 years in Christian ministry in Colorado, California, and Nebraska. Though she faced many difficult challenges throughout her life, her sustaining faith in God never wavered and her ultimate goal was and is to encourage others to trust and obey the Word of God.

The big thing about Freddy is that he loves Grandpa Otto Binns. He and Grandpa live in Big Blue, a house that sits on top of a hill. Susan, his granddaughter, lives in the back apartment. When Grandpa locks the door of Big Blue to trick-or-treaters, we see that he is a bitter old man. Otto's sisters, Violet and Rose, coax him to knit hats for the Christmas carolers. The problem is that he has only 4 days to finish 15 hats. He only has enough yarn for 1 hat, and there is an impending nor'easter. Cars can't get up the hill in snow.He completes one hat and, feeling hopeless, tosses the scraps into Freddy's cage. Otto goes to bed and has a nightmare about not finishing the hats. Anxious, Freddy spins on his treadwheel. The red and green yarn scraps get twisted in the treadwheel, creating new yarn. Grandpa Binns discovers this twisted yarn in the morning. Amazed, he knits the hats with it. There were more than enough hats for the carolers, who came to Big Blue to begin their night of caroling. After they left with their new hats, the carolers spread the story of Grandpa and Freddy's twisted yarn. One year later, Grandpa has become more loving; he welcomes trick-or-treaters to Big Blue.

The Magnanimous Penny Campaign is the second book in the Coco Series. It depicts the life of twelve-year-old Coco Shantrel Dubois, a young philanthropist, who initiates a Penny Campaign with the support of her loving parents, the principal, the staff, and all the students at Garrison Elementary School. About the Author Sheryl Tillis is a former teacher with a BS degree in Special Education. As a young child, she learned from her mother how to give away all sorts of items. The word "philanthropy" became essential to her as she began traveling twenty years ago. Back then, she started leaving a pair of shoes behind for the maid who was assigned to her room. This philanthropy spiraled into giving away clothing. The idea of leaving shoes was the catalyst for writing her very first book, "Leaving My SHOES Behind." Whenever family or friends come to visit, they are given the gift of love.

These are not just faces in a yearbook. They are faces in the Book of Life. They are not unlike the many faces you see in school every day. Behind every pair of eyes is a different story - some stories more tragic than others, but all of them familiar. Just to describe a few: Ishmael was kicked out of his home, Esther carried the weight of her family on her shoulders, David felt overlooked, and everyone was talking about Mary behind her back. The God who knew you before you were even a seedling also knew that you would need someone your age to relate to. His Word is not too old or too ancient to reach the troubles you have today. With Scripture readings, lessons, memory verses and journaling, The Bible: Through the Eyes of Teens promises to refresh and encourage your young soul. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tamara Molano has a true passion for teaching young people about the Lord, since she accepted Jesus into her own heart as a youth and was baptized at age sixteen. Her heart for middle school and high school ministry has led her to serve in youth ministries off and on for nearly a decade. The mom of one is currently a youth leader, teacher and intercessory prayer warrior at her home church in Long Beach, CA.

In 2013, I went in for an angiogram to determine if I needed a stent for a blocked artery. I clearly remember the doctor halting the procedure with the words "Mr. Sales, you're not getting a stent; you are going to have bypass surgery." I had five blocked arteries! I got a hospital room, but no surgeon. The surgeon they wanted was unavailable. So, there I sat in my room, waiting for my surgery. With five days to wait, I also had plenty of time to pray. I made a prayer request. "Lord, when they take out my heart to do what is needed... put something new in with it." Little did I know, as I began my recovery with long walks on the walking trail that ran behind my house, I was about to discover that something new. I had never written a poem in my life. Then one day, on one of my walks, it came-my first poem. Since then, I have been the recipient of many poems, along with a host of short essays. They have introduced me to twelve faithful friends who both advise and stand guard in my life. They offer inspiration, observation, insight, and wisdom, along with some rhyme. Join me with some of these faithful friends, and let's go for a walk! Michael Sales earned his degree in Business Administration / Accounting from the University of North Texas. He also added enough hours in Religious Studies to have completed a second degree. As a CPA, he has enjoyed a diverse and intriguing career serving as the Chief Financial Officer and senior executive for several large and prestigious corporations. Michael has been responsible for and deeply involved in almost every discipline of business including sales, human resources, marketing, information technology, finance and accounting, and operations. He has also served as Senior Pastor for over 20 years, financial advisor and board member for several religious and educational organizations, and has managed numerous construction projects as architect, designer, and general contractor. Along with ownership in several businesses, he is currently serving as part of the pastoral team at GracePoint Fellowship in McKinney, Texas.

This book is an illustration of Psalm23, "... Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me...". This book shows how God in His great love and infinite mercies took care of a fatherless child in Africa, protected her during the Biafran war, fought for her in the University and finally gave her a home in America!! God is still the great God of wonders who closed the mouth of lions. He is not only the God we read about on the pages of Scripture but the one who has shown up in many supernatural encounters in this book to prove His Name. Jesus is truly the Savior, who changed the author's life, rescued her from bullets in a jungle farm, sent heavenly messengers to her to bring several messages of hope and deliverance, and constantly gave her guidance. God comes through at His time and it wipes away the tears of waiting. We have to set our priorities right: "seeking first the kingdom of God...", walking with Jesus each day, reading the Word and praying regularly so as to be guided. We must invite others to Jesus as we travel to heaven. This book reminds the Body of the renewed call to prevailing prayer. Good success is not measured by how much wealth we amass, but by our faithfulness to Jesus, knowing that this world is not our home. The author also wants to share with the world, God's warning of "an impending doom", the need for sincere repentance and living in daily obedience to Him. In times of fears, Jesus always shows up to deliver even if it seems to delay. The many supernatural interventions in this book confirms this. Victoria Udo has been a born-again Christian for 50 years. She has served as Principal in Africa and America in Christian and Public schools. She is a poet, song writer to exalt Jesus, teacher trainer and motivational speaker. She founded Life Bridges International, a vehicle to bless school children worldwide. She is happily married to Dr Okon Udo and together they have five children with many grandchildren. They live in Southern California. She has studied in Nigeria and America and has a global understanding of children's needs. Her hobby is photography and believes in the power of prayer.

Aunque el divorcio me pilló por sorpresa y me cambió para siempre, No hay días normales no solo trata de eso-es mucho más. Se trata de ver la mano de Dios en nuestras vidas saturadas y a veces caóticas. Habla de escuchar su voz y reconocer su gracia en lo cotidiano: desde una lavandería en Alemania a los 19 años, a esquivar baches en camino a Baja California, a mi vida en España, primero casada y después divorciada. Las historias son verídicas, no siempre son bonitas, pero son honestas. Por medio de una narrativa reveladora, a corazón abierto, las personas podrán entender que pueden ser engañadas en cuanto a quiénes son y lo que han creído. A menudo no son tan buenas como pensaban, ni tan santas como esperaban. Pero, cuando abrimos nuestras vidas a Dios, Él aclara quien es y actúa para sanar y ayudar, tocar y liberar cuando menos lo esperamos. ¡Y usa a personas que nunca nos hubiéramos imaginado! A través de estas páginas, te invito a ver cómo Dios entra en escena, obra en nuestras vidas y nos muestra su corazón. Rebecca Jacob creció en la Ciudad de México pero reside en Madrid (España) desde hace cerca de 40 años. Ella es pastora de una iglesia en el corazón de Madrid y también oradora habitual en conferencias de líderes, de mujeres, y campamentos de jóvenes. Ya sea frente a una gran audiencia o en una conversación uno a uno, Rebecca tiene la habilidad de enseñar verdades espirituales con sentido del humor, gozo, y anécdotas en abundancia. Sus momentos más felices son siempre rodeada de sus hijos, nietos, y su perrita, Tessa.

This book is about three friends who love the Lord. They learn that you should be obedient to the rules, that are meant to keep you safe. They also learned that even when we make mistakes "God" will always forgive us. The moral of this story is God's love towards his children is unconditional! Author Nancy Sawyer-Ware was born and raised in Norfolk, Va. She has dedicated most of her adult life educating and teaching our nation's youngest minds. Helping them grow and develop at the most critical period of their lives. It has been a Blessing, laying the ground work for the nation's future. She continues on that assignment with the writing of this story and other books to come.

"There is no better way to live than as a disciple of the Lord Jesus. But how do I actually do that? Fr. Stavros Akrotirianakis offers a simple but not simplistic path for those who desire to embark on the greatest adventure of thus life." - Fr. John Riccardo, Executive Director of ACTS XXIX Forty days after His Resurrection from the dead, Jesus gathered His Disciples and "commissioned" them to go out into all the world and spread the Gospel to all nations. Many of them were illiterate fishermen. Not one held a degree from an advanced Rabbinical school. And yet these men took the Christian message and shared it with the whole world. With faith, they changed history and have led billions of people to salvation. We too are enjoined to cultivate disciples. However, before we can make others disciples or spread the message of salvation, we ourselves need to become disciples - students of the Gospel. Before we can become students, we must answer the call to be a follower of Jesus. And before we can become a true follower of Jesus, we have to understand who Jesus is. Engaged: The Call to Be Disciples contains 130 short reflections offering practical instruction on what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. It begins by reflecting on the simple question: Who is Jesus Christ? Fr. Akrotirianakis discusses the costs and benefits of being a disciple. His reflections on prayer and stewardship build to the final section on rallying and sustaining confidence in our Christian walk. Although written by a Greek Orthodox priest, this provocative work offers inspiration for Christians of all denominations of what it means to believe, belong and follow. Father Stavros N. Akrotirianakis is a Greek Orthodox Priest who serves St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Tampa, Florida. He has also authored the books Let All Creation Rejoice: Reflections on Advent, the Nativity and Epiphany; The Road Back to Christ: Reflections on Lent, Holy Week and Pascha; Blessed is the Kingdom, Now and Forever: Reflections on the Divine Liturgy; and Let Us Be Attentive: Reflections on the Sunday and Feastday Scripture Readings of the Orthodox Church. He writes a daily reflection called "The Prayer Team" which can be found at www.prayerteam365.com

Have you ever wondered why people go through the same cycles over and over again in their lives? Are you one of these people? Do you feel trapped and unable to escape the cycles? In Fugitives of the Heart, Thelma Oyesiku reveals the causes of these cycles and demonstrates how they stem from the condition of the heart. Once we really tackle its contents and surrender them, only then can we break these cycles. Fugitives of the Heart reveals how we let our flesh get in the way of our spiritual growth and it gives us tools on how to change that narrative. In order for us to obtain more of God, we need to cut ties with these fugitives that are occupying precious space in our hearts. God has provided everything we need for this life, and we need to start tapping into these provisions fervently to be counted as loyal and devoted sons and daughters of God. We pray that you will take this journey with us to discover these fugitives, displace them and set Jesus as the center of your heart. It is never too late. May God ignite in you a desire to love him more than anything this world can offer! Thelma Oyesiku is an intercessor who loves the kingdom of God. Her desire and passion are to see the Bride of Christ fully embrace their identity in Christ and walk in it. She is a wife to Christopher and mother of two children. Thelma holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Medical Technology from the Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and is a trained Medical Technologist. Before her move, Thelma was a part of the leadership committee at a local church in Erie, PA. She was also a member of their dance ministry team and intercessory prayer team for 18 years. Thelma and her family currently reside in Washington State.

Siento que fui llamado con una misión en la vida de edificar a otros con la palabra viva de Dios en estos tiempos donde hay dolor en tanta gente perdida. Dios se manifiesta de muchas maneras y en mi caso quiero honrar a todos aquellos que fueron parte de mi crecimiento e incluso sin querer moldearon mi carácter. Siempre estaba abatido y asustado, pero Dios me protegió y me llenó de valor. El dolor y las pruebas me acercaron a Cristo. No tuve una madre ni un padre que me guiara y solo en Cristo obtuve mi cordura, mi identidad, mi coraje y mi fuerza. Siento que Dios me echó a perder. "Mas el Consolador, el Espíritu Santo, a quien el Padre enviará en mi nombre, él os enseñará todas las cosas, y os recordará todo lo que yo os he dicho." JUAN 14:26 RVR1960

I feel that I was called with the mission in life to edify others with the living word of God in these times where there is a pain in so many lost people. God Manifests himself in many ways and in my case I want to honor all those who were a part of my growth and even inadvertently forged my character. I was always downcast and in fear, but God protected me and filled me with the courage. The pain and the processes brought me closer to Christ. I did not have a mother or a father who guided me and only in Christ did I get my sanity, my identity, my worth, and my strength. I feel I was pampered by God. "But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you." JOHN 14:26 KJV

G-MEN was nominated as the up-and-coming ministry of the year in 2001 by the National Coalition of Men''s Ministries. Now, 20 years later, we have compiled the evidence which we believe proves it was and is in fact God''s strategy to save our world! The G-MEN strategy provides a plan for discipling new converts - and now 20 years later, we have the proof! Mapped out step by step, these practical applications bring order, build the church, and take the Gospel to the world. G.F. Watkins is an international leader, speaker, visionary, church planter, and an author of seven books. From his humble beginnings as a high school coach, G.F. went on to plant churches around the world starting with Powerhouse Church in Katy, Texas, Powerhouse Namibia, and Powerhouse Peru. As a spiritual son to the late Dr. Edwin Louis Cole, father of the modern-day men''s movement, G.F. Watkins'' principle of ministry and church planting is the restoration of the world through the restoration of the man. This fundamental belief birthed the worldwide movement known as G-MEN and then as Man Church over 20 years ago. G-MEN strategy and Man Church teach that manhood and Christlikeness are synonymous. It is the foundation on which all of Powerhouse Churches and its covenant churches are built on. Reach the man, change the family; change the family, change the church; change the church, change the community; change the community, change the city; change the city, change the state; change the state, change the nation; change the nation, change the world. It all begins with men taking responsibility for the world around them. After pastoring Powerhouse Katy for 20 years and planting churches around the globe, G.F. stepped into the role of an apostolic leader and coach through his organization The Genesis Team. The Genesis team serves as a covering and a resource to pastors and their families. G.F. travels the world equipping leaders, developing, and growing strong men''s ministries, and impacting the world with the gospel. Visit gfwatkins.org for a more in depth look at this unique ministry and what it offers.

How do we stand for truth winsomely in a world where everything is questioned? As fifth grader Danny discovers, it takes courage and understanding who God created him to be.A writing assignment given to Danny stirs up deep questions about how his family celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah. His classmates tease him because they don''t understand the reason for both celebrations but one of those classmates later has distressing news to report and looks for and appreciates the comfort that Danny offers.Through a look at history and the wisdom of his family, Danny comes to be able to explain things and be a friend.

This devotional guide was constructed with the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. The inspired words have been anointed to deliver you and liberate you from circumstances that attempt to destroy your confidence and faith in an unseen God. The foundation for this devotional meditation has been constructed during the times of a pandemic. When life presents obstacles and challenges these inspired words will uplift you and empower you to trust God. My name is Rev Dr. John Williams and I am the product of an urban community in the pristine city of Miami. I am a graduate of United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio and the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Ga., My current vocation is the Pastoral Ministry where I am the senior Pastor at Allen Temple A.M.E. Church in Riviera Beach, Fl., The inspiration for this devotional meditation is a direct result of God''s voice instructing me to create a platform to stay connected to members of my congregation. His influence is visible and manifested in the words that inspired, empowered, uplifted and liberated the people of God during a time of isolation and quarantine. This devotional meditation was breathed upon by the Holy Spirit as I witnessed lives being transformed and a renewed spirit emerged.

Transformed Thinking is written with the intention of building a foundation to think upon. The intentions of this book is to improve behavior in society by focusing your thoughts on the behaviors of Jesus Christ other bible characters and begin applying those behaviors in our everyday lives. When this is done, our communities, cities, States, Nation, and world will be transformed. It begins in the mind. My name is Rev. Harry Abrams, Jr. and I have been preaching for 40 years, beginning on Mother''s Day May 10th, 1981. I attended Sunset School of preaching in Lubbock, Texas and Lubbock Where I developed an interest for biblical languages and culture in ancient biblical times and trying to understand how they. When faced with financial difficulty I joined the United States Navy. For four years I lived in Sasebo, Japan defending the United States of America. My final duty was in Kuwait during Desert Storm. I returned home to Port Arthur, Texas. In 2008 I attended Ashford University and earned my BA in Psychology and Sociology in 2012. In 2013 I matriculated into the Grand Canyon University and studied in the colleges of the social sciences, earning a Master of Science in professional counseling in 2017. I earned my Masters in Theology from Port Arthur Theological Seminary in Port Arthur, Texas in 2020 and is currently completing this book for my Th.D. while currently working on my Ph.D in psychology with an emphasis in gerontology.

She woke to discover that she was in a hospital, that she had amnesia and her name was Helen Mitchell. She was also told that she was engaged to the incomprehensible Reid Spencer. Because she didn''t know where she lived, she was coerced into going home with Reid. If it weren''t for Carolyn, Reid''s mother, she wouldn''t have gone. She could have easily withstood Reid''s criticism, but Carolyn''s heartfelt plea touched her heart, and she gave in.Reid''s Jekyll-Hyde attitude confused and dismayed her. In the moments when he treated her with gentleness, she could understand why she had apparently accepted his proposal. However, those moments were few and far between. When she accidentally discovered she was an artist, Carolyn urged her to use her art to recover her memory.Could it be true? Could her art unlock her memories? And if it did, what would it reveal? I am a wife, mother, and grandmother. I started writing when my children were young. I was feeling the need for adult conversation and discovered romance novels. After voraciously reading hundreds if not thousands of them I started writing for my own enjoyment. Recently my granddaughters have started reading my books and have encouraged me to get published. This summer will mark fifty years of marriage to my husband. Fifty wonderful years of laughter and puns have left their mark on me. There have been tears and arguments but mostly they were filled with a love that shines through in my writing. My first published fiction book, A Promise to Keep, was one of the first novels I wrote and is an enjoyable romp set in the Mackinac area of Michigan. I did have a non-fiction book published by Standard Publishing back in the late 80''s, early 90''s, and several of my poems have been published. I enjoy putting together a monthly newsletter for my church, as well as reading, music, camping and most of all, being with my family. I have a website (BAM Romance) that my son and granddaughter has set up for me.

We have all wanted to except life for what it was, But God''s plan is so much bigger and better than our circumstances. His plan is good and the blessings He gives comes without sorrow. Happiness is a choice given to us daily, what will you choose today? Will you choose to be stagnated in your current life''s situation? Just accept where you are in life? Or will you choose to ride out the storm with peace in your heart knowing the one who controls all things is making it all work out for your good and for your God given purpose. In this book I am given you encouraging scriptures, by the followers before us and what they endured, along with my testimonies. By the grace and mercy of God we all can persevere. Life is full of obstacles it is by faith through Christ that we push through, to be successful in this walk with Christ you will need to discover the word of God, learn to read it, hear it, and always be able to carry the word of God with you wherever you go. This book will help you understand that God has a purpose for your life and how to achieve the peace that comes while walking with God. ''m Elisha Perez of Lancaster Pa, born in the 80''s when it was cultures norm to practice drug use, and with music and dancing being most individual''s way of coping with their life. My parents were no exception. I was an outsider in my own surroundings, and I never felt completely comfortable anywhere. It was not easy to believe God was my salvation for many years, no matter how much word my grandmother instilled in me as a child. Surprisingly my inspiration came from the Holy Spirit at a time in my life I wanted more, and out of the wilderness Victorious was born.