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Author David Johnson details his observations and guidelines for improvement

“American Idols: The American Church’s Compromise, and How to Correct Course,” by pastor David M. Johnson, gives the author’s account on how the Church has adopted society’s standards, and has placed them before God’s.

Johnson was born and raised in Kalamazoo, MI where he is Co-Pastor at Kalamazoo Community Church. He has served there for 22 years He wants to spread the good messages for Christians to understand and embrace what Jesus has to offer. Johnson, himself, became a born-again Christian in 1981 and continues his spiritual journey.

The book shows the author’s concerns about the values that believers have adopted both in and outside of church. Johnson divided the work into chapters, based on various idols he feels have replaced God in Christians’ lives. He describes the compromises believers use when mixing idols with their faith.
The book contains a hopeful message, however. Johnson describes the blessing of the full life promises available, and good things in store, once churches and their people remember to put God first.

“People of faith and churches are talking and putting politics first,” David says, “We need to remember to put the Kingdom of God first, and deliver messages that give hope to others.”

“American Idols: The American Church’s Compromise, and How to Correct Course”
By David M. Johnson
ISBN: 9781664252011 (Softcover); 9781664252028 (E-book)
Available at WestBow Press,Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author

David M. Johnson currently lives in Kalamazoo, MI with his wife, Lori. They have 6 adult children and 2 grandchildren. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University in 1986. Later, he earned a master’s degree from Biblical Theological Seminary, (now Missio Seminary) in 1997. He has a YouTube channel, named WanderingPastor. To learn more, please visit http://www.wanderingpastor.com.

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“A Sure Foundation: God, Man, And Salvation” from Christian Faith Publishing author Dave Proulx is a carefully researched study of God’s word presented in a manner that breaks down key topics and themes to increase understanding and appreciation of scripture.

“A Sure Foundation: God, Man, And Salvation”: an enjoyable and informative study. “A Sure Foundation: God, Man, And Salvation” is the creation of published author Dave Proulx, who served twenty-four years in the US Air Force and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science from Kansas State University. After retiring from the Air Force, he taught telecommunications and computer applications. He and his wife, Linda, live in Lubbock, Texas.

Proulx shares, “The study of God’s word is a lifetime pursuit, a gentle, enduring passion worthy of your best effort.

“But where is the love and harmony that should characterize discourse between Christians?

“God’s word, which ought to unite us, is too often the source of strife and contention.

“One reason for this discord is a lack of scriptural knowledge: having only a fragmentary understanding of God’s word, we allow tradition, philosophy, and opinion to replace scripture as the basis of our beliefs.

“In A Sure Foundation, Dave Proulx introduces ‘comprehensive context’: the concept that when we prayerfully study all of God’s word on a subject, misunderstanding and contention are greatly diminished.

“As Jesus taught, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God’ (Matt. 4:4).

“The author explores three general topics using comprehensive context: the nature of God, the nature of humanity, and the many aspects of salvation. Each chapter includes a list of citations containing everything the scriptures say on the topic. No selection, no filtering, no favorites; just a sky-wide view of everything in God’s word regarding that subject, placing every doctrine in the context of a totality of scripture.

“A Sure Foundation: God, Man, and Salvation will forever change the way you use scripture. So grab a hot mug and settle down for hours of immersive study. Expand your understanding of God’s word with the help of the Holy Spirit. Deepen your love and appreciation for our Father in heaven and for our Savior, Jesus Christ.

“Your time will be well spent and amply rewarded.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Dave Proulx’s new book is a summation of the author’s study of the Holy Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price.

Proulx shares in hopes of increasing understanding and appreciation of God’s word for those who seek to achieve a more fulfilling connection with their faith.

Consumers can purchase“A Sure Foundation: God, Man, And Salvation” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “A Sure Foundation: God, Man, And Salvation,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Xulon Press presents encouragement for believers who are emotionally bound.

Author Keishana A. Crenshaw continues her ministry of deliverance through the written word in Daughter, Why Do You Worry? Sever Ties From Emotional Strongholds And Live Your Best Blessed Life! ($12.49, paperback, 9781662863806; $5.99, e-book, 9781662863813).

When a prophet of God approached Keishana in the checkout line at the grocery store and asked her, “Daughter, why do you worry?” she began to cry. Throughout her years of ministry and her work counseling others, she has seen so many people held back from their best lives because of the emotional strongholds of doubt, worry, fear, and anxiety – and has had to face them herself.

“In this book, we will walk together through the process of understanding how God sees us and our identity in Him, understand seasons and purpose, and lastly, identifying your why. The Holy Spirit used this very same process to liberate me from the emotional strongholds that once had me bound. It’s time to start living your Best Blessed Life!” said Keishana.

Keishana Crenshaw serves in the governmental office of prophetess and is a board certified life coach. She earned a B.S. in Business Management and specialty certifications in Divorce Transitioning, Work-Life Balance, and Wellness. Keishana has been licensed and ordained into ministry since 2012 and currently serves at Worldwide Deliverance Ministries, Inc. in Plano, Illinois under the leadership of apostles Michael and Lynette King.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. Daughter, Why Do You Worry? is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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A Spiritual Guide for the Modern Empath

In “The Messages of Light,” by Christi Conde, readers are provided with true stories of miracles that derived from the ‘messages of light’; which Conde describes as the guidance God sends through emotions, people, or circumstances in our lives.

“Sometimes the most challenging situations are our greatest teachers,” Conde said.

Conde describes how she formed a two-way line of communication with God. This book is written in a conversational narrative about the miracles that came from the messages and messengers of light in the author’s own life.

“Initially, I resisted the calling to write my story, but as I worked with my Reiki students and clients, I used the wisdom in the messages of light to help them understand how to navigate the emotional overwhelm of being sensitive to energy,” said Conde. “Seeing them improve gave me the courage to share what I learned with others.”

This guide offers readers the tools to understand the gift of empathy. “The Messages of Light” embraces the power that everyone has not only to heal but to create the life that one desires, filled with happiness, peace, and love.

“The Messages of Light”
By Christi Conde
ISBN: 9798765230152 (softcover); 9798765230169 (hardcover); 9798765230176 (electronic)
Available at Balboa Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author
Christi Conde is a registered nurse and Reiki master with more than 25 years of experience in the field of Integrative Wellness. Additionally, she is an empath and spiritual medium. Conde is currently an instructor for the City of El Paso’s Employee Wellness Program. She is a published poet and a writer for the Cosmic Woman Magazine. Conde resides in El Paso, Texas.
To learn more, please visit christiconde.org.

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“The Last Soul” from Christian Faith Publishing author Debra Clarke is an engaging journey of faith that finds a woman caught between the forces of good and evil.

The Last Soul”: a powerful fiction that will captivate the imagination and inspire the soul. “The Last Soul” is the creation of published author Debra Clarke, a dedicated wife and resident of Virginia.

Clarke shares, “Emma’s poor life choices and their consequences have pulled her deep into a pit of despair that has now left her in a coma, her soul hanging in the balance between heaven and hell.

“And so begins the battle for the last soul.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Debra Clarke’s new book will have readers racing to see what awaits Emma as a demonic soldier seeks to lure her from God’s light.

Clarke’s storytelling packs a punch within the pages of her second novel. Readers are certain to find themselves enthralled as a gripping tale unfolds.

Consumers can purchase “The Last Soul” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

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Author Kevin McCrary Offers a Biblical and Holistic Approach to a Healthier Lifestyle

With over 20 years of combined work experience in fitness training, law enforcement, and the U.S military, author Kevin McCrary is ready to motivate his readers to learn about their health biblically in his new book, “Kingdom Fitness.”

After leaving the military, McCrary became frustrated with mainstream fitness and the lack of improvement in his physical health. Following prayers and the hope of resolution, McCrary claimed that the Lord revealed to him the correlation between faith and health and how both sides need nurturing.

“Health is a hot topic,” said McCrary. “People are always searching for the healthiest lifestyle. I became lost in the mainstream perspective of health, but after the guidance from the Lord, I began to see health within a Christ-like perception.”

McCrary aims to challenge readers’ minds with a kingdom perspective on health that will motivate and educate them on what the Bible teaches concerning health and fitness. He hopes they’ll not only gain physical strength, but spiritual as well.

“This book holds references to my health journey,” said McCrary. “I offer my readers not only a holistic approach to healing and health but an opportunity to grow their faith with the Lord along the way.”

By Kevin McCrary
ISBN: 9781664247840 (softcover); 9781664247864 (hardcover); 9781664247857 (electronic)
Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author

Kevin D. McCrary has over 20 years of combined work experience in fitness training, law enforcement, and the U.S military. He currently serves as an elder at his church and is married to his wife, Cynthia with whom he shares a daughter named Norah. Kevin and his family reside in Columbus, Miss. To learn more, please visit: https://www.westbowpress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/818840-kingdom-fitness

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“Love for Harrison” from Christian Faith Publishing author Jennifer Miller-Siegel is a heartfelt look into the true story of a relationship between two brothers, followed by the loss of big brother Joshua and then transitioning on how a cat out of nowhere offered comfort and love to a little boy where love was once lost turning this true story of loss into love, comfort and hope.

“Love for Harrison”: a helpful narrative that will aid young readers in processing the grief process. “Love for Harrison” is the creation of published author Jennifer Miller-Siegel, a loving wife and mother.

Jennifer shares, “The purpose of my story, which is true, is to help others cope with loss. It is through the loss of my son and seeing my husband and other son also cope with this loss that my wish is to inspire a sense of hope for others who may be going through a major loss as well. I believe it is through sharing about such a loss that I hopefully can inspire others to believe that if other persons can cope, maybe I can too.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Jennifer Miller-Siegel’s new book brings an intimate look into a loving family’s journey of healing.

Jennifer draws from her own loss to share this encouraging message of hope for others facing similar circumstances.

Consumers can purchase “Love for Harrison” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

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Xulon Press presents a self-paced devotional for spiritual growth.

Author Darlene Harkins walks readers through a personal journey with the Lord in For His Glory: Devotional Notes of Love and Truth($22.49, paperback, 9781662859939; $33.49, hard cover, 9781662861956; $9.99, e-book, 9781662859946).

Unlike many devotionals that are broken down into daily readings, Harkins encourages readers to take this one at their own pace. With each study section, she wants readers to ask God how the reading is relevant to them, what He wants to say to them and what He wants them to do with what they are learning. Once those questions are answered, she asks readers to move on to the next section.

“This book contains a collection of personal devotionals and is the result of a genuine and true heart’s cry to live a life for God’s glory. I simply want to live a life by His Spirit and for His purpose, everything and all for Him and for His glory. How about you?” said Harkins.

Darlene Harkins is a pastor’s wife and leader in her local church, a worship leader, piano player and teacher, small business owner and retired corporate leader of almost twenty years. She earned a B.S. and a Masters of Business Management from Wayland Baptist University and participated in continuing education at the Harvard School of Business.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. For His Glory is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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Xulon Press presents a collection of inspirational short stories.

Author Sharon McDougle offers fictional stories with real-life applications in Divine Encounters: A Collection of Inspirational Stories ($13.49, paperback, 9781662863097; $5.99, e-book, 9781662863103).

God has blessed McDougle’s life abundantly, and she has taken some of those “divine encounters” and crafted them into these stories. Others were inspired by stories told to her by some of the amazing people she has been privileged to know. All were chosen to encourage others to know Him and to make Him known.

“The stories are designed with the dreamer in all of us in mind. See yourself in the world of the characters and envision life through their eyes,” said McDougle.

Sharon McDougle is a recent widow and mother of seven children who has been a Bible teacher, home educator, Sunday school and Vacation Bible school teacher. She earned an Associate’s degree from the University of Phoenix and is currently completing a Bachelor’s from LUO. McDougle lives with her youngest daughter, four cats and three dogs in Texas.

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Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. Divine Encounters is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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Xulon Press presents inspiration from someone who has been there.

Author Mandy Renteria encourages couples that their marriages are worth fighting for in The Devil Messed With the Wrong Girl ($22.49, paperback, 9781662859359; $9.99, e-book, 9781662859366).

Renteria knows what it’s like. Her husband was caught in addiction; she was self-righteous and bitter. It seemed like the only two options were to get divorced or to settle as civil roommates, but Jesus stepped in and offered a third choice. He gave them true victory and restoration that they never thought possible.

“I couldn’t keep quiet but to share the greatness of God’s mercy and love He bestows upon us in hopes that others whose marriages are suffering may find hope and restoration in their lives and marriages, too. The devil tried to destroy my marriage, so I’m taking the pain I experienced and sharing it with the world to help save marriages,” said Renteria.

Mandy Renteria is a Christian author, speaker and licensed professional counselor certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy. She has personally experienced trauma in her life and in her own marriage. She owns and operates her private practice, Trinity Counseling, serving the Low Country since 2014. She lives with her husband José and three children in her hometown of Bluffton, South Carolina.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. The Devil Messed With the Wrong Girl is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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