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The Psalms are a treasured collection of poems penned by various authors, each with a unique voice and style. David, Solomon, Asaph, the prophetic singers of Korah’s clan, and even Moses have contributed to this glorious work. Though these poems were originally intended for the children of Israel, they continue to speak to all of humanity.  Indeed, the Psalms are a valued part of God’s word that provide wisdom, insight into human anguish, prayer, praise, blessing, guidance for public worship, and a prophetic message regarding a coming Savior.

The Psalms are divided into five books, each one corresponding to the first five books of the Bible. Psalms 1-41 correspond to Genesis and deal with man and creation. Psalms 42-72 correspond to Exodus and deal with humanity’s suffering and redemption. Psalms 73-89 correspond to Leviticus and deal with worship and God’s house. Psalms 90-106 correspond to Numbers and deal with humanity’s pilgrimage on earth. Finally, Psalms 107-150 correspond to Deuteronomy and deal with praise and God’s Word.

Let us not forget the pearls of truth that are contained within the Psalms. Each one is a precious gem, a glimmering light in the darkness of this present world. With the power of the Holy Spirit, we can meditate on these pearls and find comfort, rest, and joy. In these troubled times, we need the wisdom and encouragement the Psalms provide.

Indeed, the Psalms are a book of a heart on fire for God. Within these pages, the poet’s heart cries out to God, expressing raw and honest emotions. At times, the poet even questions God. But this cry is not one of rebellion or disbelief. It is an expression of trust and a recognition of God’s worthiness to receive praise. The Psalms also reveal the heart of God, a God who loves and cares for His people, a mighty redeemer God.

We should never forget the unbreakable spirit bond formed when a sincere human heart is wrapped together with the heart of God. Let us take a moment to pause and meditate on God’s words to our hearts. May we find comfort, rest, and joy as we meditate on the Psalms, and may the Holy Spirit guide us as we seek to draw closer to God.

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This book is available as a free PDF in the PDF section of this web page.

In this world of bustling activity and ceaseless noise, it can be challenging to slow down and find peace. But let me assure you, it is a challenge worth pursuing. For in the stillness and quietness of our souls, we can find the voice of the Divine speaking to us, offering guidance and wisdom beyond our wildest dreams. 

To achieve this stillness, we must learn to wait and be patient. We must cultivate a spirit of openness and humility, willing to accept change and new insights as they come. And we must set aside the many distractions that vie for our attention, focusing our thought on what truly matters.

Remember always that you are alone in this endeavor, so it is vital to be honest and humble. Do not seek to impress or deceive others, but be truthful with yourself and God. And above all, remain grateful for the blessings bestowed upon you, avoiding the traps of guilt, bitterness, anger, and fear.

Our life is short and precious; we must use our time and energy wisely. If you seek wisdom, then turn to the Psalms. There you will find words of comfort and guidance, offering a glimpse into the very heart of God. And if you need encouragement or strength, let these sacred words guide your prayers and praise.

But perhaps most importantly of all, find a time and place for solitude, where you may be still and ponder on the goodness of God. Take up pen and paper, and allow yourself to enjoy the presence of God. This way, you will find the peace and purpose your heart desires.

https://www.amazon.com/Pearls-Psalms-Book-Suffering-Redemption/dp/B0BZ378LS1/ref=sr_1_1?crid=121OFPQ0NF9JB&keywords=pearls+from+the+psalms+book+2&qid=1680276093&sprefix=Pearls+From+The+%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-1

This book is available as a free PDF in the PDF section of this web page.

In this world of bustling activity and ceaseless noise, it can be challenging to slow down and find peace. But let me assure you, it is a challenge worth pursuing. For in the stillness and quietness of our souls, we can find the voice of the Divine speaking to us, offering guidance and wisdom beyond our wildest dreams. 

To achieve this stillness, we must learn to wait and be patient. We must cultivate a spirit of openness and humility, willing to accept change and new insights as they come. And we must set aside the many distractions that vie for our attention, focusing our thought on what truly matters.

Remember always that you are alone in this endeavor, so it is vital to be honest and humble. Do not seek to impress or deceive others, but be truthful with yourself and God. And above all, remain grateful for the blessings bestowed upon you, avoiding the traps of guilt, bitterness, anger, and fear.

Our life is short and precious; we must use our time and energy wisely. If you seek wisdom, then turn to the Psalms. There you will find words of comfort and guidance, offering a glimpse into the very heart of God. And if you need encouragement or strength, let these sacred words guide your prayers and praise.

But perhaps most importantly of all, find a time and place for solitude, where you may be still and ponder on the goodness of God. Take up pen and paper, and allow yourself to enjoy the presence of God. This way, you will find the peace and purpose your heart desires.

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This book is available as a free PDF in the PDF section of this web page.

God has called us to Himself. He has given us all a purpose and a voice. Sadly, most Christians have never found their God-given voice. The enemy has effectively used multiple strongholds to frustrate their growth, kill their purpose, and silence their voice.
A stronghold is a perceived offense that causes us to become self-focused. They are beliefs that weaken or destroy grit. I have divided the various strongholds into the categories of existential strongholds, environmental strongholds, and personal strongholds to aid in understanding. This list addresses most of the strongholds used by the enemy to steal, kill, and destroy. The enemy cannot physically put a brick on your path to stub your toe but can whisper a thought that can cause you to fall off a cliff.
This book is an in-depth evaluation of twenty common strongholds.

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 This book is available as a free PDF in the PDF section of this web page.

Do you have what it takes to be a warrior? I am not talking about a physical combat warrior but a spiritual warrior who has the strength and stamina to seek God, tear down strongholds, and use their voice. God is looking for men and women who are willing to be His warriors. Most Christians are content just wearing their team colors and cheering from the sidelines. God did not call and equip you to be a casual fan; He called you to be in the game. To be in the game, you will need Godly grit. Godly grit is Holy Spirit infused passion and perseverance. This book explores Godly grit elements, what prevents it from growing, and what can be done to replenish a lost supply. This book is not for someone satisfied with complacency. This book is for someone who sincerely desires to be a disciple of Jesus and reach a hurting world. The world needs an army of God’s people ready and willing to stretch and struggle as they become vessels of God’s love. Is that you? 

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 This book is available as a free PDF in the PDF section of this web page.

Bitterness is the internalization and personalization of a perceived injustice with a persistent and intense rumination about the injustice or the agent of the perceived injustice, resulting in more damage caused by the bitterness than could ever be caused by the injustice. You may have suffered some horrible abuse and feel your bitterness has merit. Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse is never justified. Civil society needs strong laws with harsh penalties for abusers. If you have suffered abuse, you do not have to live out the rest of your life defined by the abuse. Abuse is a legless, hungry tiger growling on the other side of the room. Bitterness gives that tiger legs and claws, so now it can tear you to shreds. Do not allow your bitterness to give destructive power the abuse. When I first began this journey to write about bitterness, I naively thought it would be a simple task. Bitter people are victims, victims of their own making, imprisoned by their own hands. Working as a family physician for four decades, I have seen lives destroyed by many agents. I have witnessed cancer taking the life of the young, heart disease kill people in their prime, and addiction rob the lives of many. Of all these agents of destruction, none compare to the devastating impact of bitterness. Bitterness will turn the wise into fools, the wealthy into beggars, and the delightful into the disgusting. Bitterness will steal your wealth, your health, and at times, your life. I thought it would be a simple matter of just stating the evils of bitterness, sound a loud warning, and I could then move on to another topic. My simplistic view may be of help to someone who is not bitter, but it has no value to those who are already bitter. Bitterness tosses away reason and makes the bitter person both blind and deaf. If it is possible to help someone caught in bitterness, we must look behind the scenes and address the causes of bitterness. This journey led me to explore the roots of bitterness, and the actions, directions, thoughts, and beliefs of someone who is bitter. The bitter feel they need more to feel complete, and this led to an exploration of greed and self-centeredness. If greed and self-centeredness are behind bitterness, then what is the cause of greed and self-centeredness? This awareness led to a path where only the brave dare venture, an exploration of spiritual emptiness. There is no adequate medical or psychological treatment for the misery produced by greed-fueled bitterness. Some therapies will lessen the pain of the misery, but they are not a cure. The only effective remedy is spiritual. If you are living in a pond of misery, you are also bitter. No life circumstance can cause you misery without you being bitter. You will need to address the bitterness if you hope to escape the misery. So if you are not bitter, I hope the strong warning to avoid bitterness like the poison it is will be sufficient to keep you on the right path. If, on the other hand, you are bitter, and living in misery, then I pray you will have the courage to read on and allow God to guide you out of the hell of bitterness. 

https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Roots-subtle-destructive-bitterness/dp/B0863RTBP9/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

 When was the last time you were overcome and cried; I cannot handle it! It is all this stress! If I just had less stress, I would be able to survive! Or when was the last time a well-meaning, but an uncaring friend told you, “if it doesn’t kill you, it will only make you stronger?” But what about those times when it felt like the stress might kill you? Stress can and will hurt you in many ways. It can hurt you physically. Stress can lead to increased rates of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Stress can hurt you emotionally. Stress can cause chronic anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, or a nervous breakdown. Stress can hurt you socially. Stress can destroy relationships, be the cause of family conflict, be a significant factor in a divorce, and lead to cultural clashes and war. Stress can hurt you financially. It is tempting to try to spend your way out of a stressful situation or gamble away what you have in an attempt to lessen financial stress. Stress can lead to addictions or obsessions that eventually only create more stress. You can not improve your ability to deal with stress through food, drugs, alcohol, excessive work, gambling, gaming, or increased screen time. Uncontrolled stress is a monster!Would you like to be less controlled by destructive stress? Would you like to get stronger even in stressful times? Yes, stress is a potent force, and if given a chance, it will kill you. Stress is also uncontrollable and unpredictable. We would love to have the superpower ability to eliminate the destructive stress coming our way, but that will never happen. No matter how wise and strong you are, you will never be able to hide from stress. Stress is universal; you will face some form of it today. You will never know how significant or what variety, but you will encounter stress today. Be prepared! You cannot alter your environment to eliminate stress, but if you know what to look for, you can be ready to deal with it effectively. To get a handle on stress, we must understand what it is and then what strategies are adequate to deal with it. Practical approaches to control stress differ based on the cause of the stress. In this book, I explore what I have observed in the lives of thousands of patients to be the five primary sources of stress and some valuable stress management strategies. 

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 What do you experience if you miss your morning coffee, your morning cigarette, or prematurely run out of your pain medication? Why are these chemicals so addictive? Do you have a loved one struggling with an addiction? Are you struggling with an addiction?
Addiction is enslaving and killing our young people, devastating families, overstressing first responders and emergency room staff, and financially draining limited healthcare dollars.
Addiction is a monster that needs to be understood and contained.
Only when you know what it looks like and how it behaves will you have a chance of getting it into an appropriate cage.
Addiction is a disease of comfort-seeking. If I had the power to remove one phrase from the medical vocabulary, it would be the phrase, “drug-seeking behavior,” this phrase should be replaced with the more accurate, “comfort-seeking behavior.” The addict seeks comfort as a cure for the discomfort of their pain and anguish.
Scientists in the field of neurobiology have made significant recent advances. This short book provides a brief description of the science of addiction and why some of these chemicals, like sugar, caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, opioids, cocaine, Ecstasy, Kratom, and methamphetamine, are so addictive.
I hope that an awareness of the power that these chemicals possess will increase the reader's respect for them. These chemicals can rob you of all you value, and before you realize it, destroy your life. 

https://www.amazon.com/Now-Ive-Gotcha-Addictive-chemicals/dp/B084QKQLPT/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=