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Until two years of age, Craig and Samantha’s son Connor was just like other kids - playful, verbal, and affectionate. Then everything changed. He stopped talking, displayed behavioral problems, and withdrew into his own world. The official diagnosis - autism. Faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, Craig and Samantha refused to believe a meaningful life for Connor was impossible. God confirmed their faith by revealing to Craig that Connor would one day touch the lives of thousands of people around the world.

In Raising Spiritual Champions, renowned researcher and best-selling author George Barna reveals that who your child will be as an adult is essentially determined by their core beliefs, morals, values, desires, and lifestyle at age 13. Raising your child is an exciting opportunity to influence a life, but it is also a daunting assignment. Parents have the God-given responsibilityand privilege to guide the development of their children, a responsibility that cannot be delegated to schools, churches, media, or community organizations.

Champion Mentors are inspiring stories set in sonnet form that explore the qualities of certain winners around us who inspire us through their words and actions. Did God make us all equal? Is one human above the rest? With the exception of Mary, the answer is no. So how do certain people excel far above the rest if we are all mostly the same? Each story in Champion Mentors is a refreshing look at the qualities that make and define the character of the people that have, in our earthly judgment, excelled far above the rest in their respective fields.

As I approached the age of 50, I felt a sense of unrest. I began to feel, I suppose, an uneasiness about whether I had accomplished or fulfilled my ultimate purpose for being on the Earth. I was being plagued by a strong thirst for significance and a desire to make a difference, but not just any difference - a lasting difference. It was not retirement I was thinking about, though that is understandable coming up to the big five-O! I knew it was not a mid-life crisis. I believe, wholeheartedly, God created each of us with a specific assignment, and I have taught the same for years.

Have you ever felt as though you were navigating desolate spiritual territory? Do you find yourself parched, wondering why your spiritual life seems so dry? You are not alone! The reasons we enter a spiritual wilderness may be many, but one thing is certain, our heavenly father wants us all to emerge as flourishing champions of the Christian faith. What is it that marks the difference between a resounding victory in the wilderness and a total disaster?

In Everyday Champions, you will: Learn how God designed YOU to be an Everyday Champion; Recognize how to identify and unleash your supernatural, God-given gifts; Discover the most overlooked spiritual gifts in the Bible, including many NEVER taught in church, and what the Bible says about how they function in true, faithful ministry in every age; Journey with Joe as he walks you through his experiences in both the authentic and superficial religious institutions; Learn what Paul meant when he wrote about the Uncomely Parts of the body of Christ!

This is the third inspirational Christian poetry collection. It’s preceded by Thin Black Road and followed by Just like You. The combination book Made to Praise contains all three collections.

This audiobook is based on the life of Jephthah as depicted in the book Judges, chapter 11. It was created to encourage people who have experienced rejection and trauma during their childhood or adulthood. Another goal is to help people move beyond emotional destitution regardless of their age, race, economic status, social class, or gender. The book is presented in comparative manner to allow individuals to see how they can relate to the challenges Jephthah faced in his life.

Every obstacle that the Devil throws in our path must be conquered in order for us to progress. We must pursue God's holy presence with strong, fearless commitment! Nothing should be kept a secret, not even your own narcissistic desires, old grudges, or unforgiveness. Keep asking the Holy Spirit for a spirit of repentance and confessing every fault he brings to your attention. Make every attempt to pursue God fervently, relentlessly, and moment-by-moment. Do not take the urgency of the hour lightly. God's kingdom must be the most important thing you focus on in your life.

Are you tired of the tension between outside voices and your inward call? It’s time to woman up. Beginning today, imagine yourself on a journey of discovering your leadership voice. Have you ever thought, “Why am I in this room?” Feeling out of place in leadership can leave you wanting to run out the door. In Woman Up, Lori Champion explores those awkward moments in leadership and gives you tools to find your place and to make a difference.