A Wrong Turn Made Right

Rarely does a very compliant child evolve into the kind of teen-age rebel that Susan was. This is her story of a humble beginning, a wrong turn that led to rock-bottom failure, and GODs restorative power.

The unforgettable true story of one man’s escape from the school-to-prison pipeline, how he reinvented himself as a pastor and education reform advocate, and what his journey can teach us about turning the collateral damage in the lives of our youth into hope. “A heart-wrenching and triumphant story that will change lives.”—Bishop T. D. Jakes Michael Phillips would never become anything. At least, that’s what he was told. It seemed like everyone was waiting for him to just fall through the cracks. After losing his father, suffering a life-altering car accident, and losing his college scholarship, Michael turned to selling drugs to make ends meet. But when his house was raided, he was arrested and thrown into a living nightmare. When it looked like he would be sentenced to spend years behind bars, the judge gave him a choice—go to a special college program for adjudicated youth or face the possibility of a thirty-year prison sentence. It wasn’t hard to pick. From that choice, a mission was born—to help change the system that shuffles so many young Black men like Michael straight from school to prison. Today, Michael is the pastor of a thriving church, a local leader in Baltimore, and a member of the Maryland State Board of Education. He discovered that education was the path to becoming who he was created to be. Armed with research, statistics, and his powerful story, Michael tackles the embedded privilege of the education system and introduces ideas for change that could level the playing field and reduce negative impacts on vulnerable youth. He explores ways in which the readers can help advocate and provide resources for students, and points us to the one thing anyone can start doing, no matter who we are or what our role is: speak into young kids’ lives. Tell them of their inherent worth and purpose. In this inspiring, thought-provoking, and energizing call to action, Michael’s practical steps provide a way forward to anyone wanting to help create space for collateral hope in the lives of for young people around them.

It is 1997 in San Francisco and Simon and Sarah have been sent on a quest to see America: they must stand at least once in every 25-foot square of the country. Decades later, in an Australian city that has fallen on hard times, Caddy is camped by the Maribyrnong River, living on small change from odd jobs, ersatz vodka and memories. She's sick of being hot, dirty, broke and alone. Caddy's future changes shape when her friend, Ray, stumbles across some well-worn maps, including one of San Francisco, and their lives connect with those of teenagers Simon and Sarah in ways that are unexpected and profound. A meditation on happiness – where and in what place and with who we can find our centre, a perceptive vision of where our world is headed, and a testament to the power of memory and imagination, this is the best of novels: both highly original and eminently readable.

From journal to journey, Lunchbox Letters will walk you through childhood memories, lessons learned, and a growing relationship with your Father in heaven. Through this collection of journal entries, letters (prayers) to God, and poetry, you will discover a deeper revelation of God as your Father. Experience the unconditional and relentless love that only he could show you. Learn to lean on him again-or maybe for the first time. Childhood faith does not have to be a distant memory. You can return to that kind of complete dependence on your Father, even now. Walk in the light of his presence and see how "A Father's Love" can rescue you, hold you close, and guide you through every step on your own journey.

The future is now! The prophecies of Daniel are being fulfilled now, even in our lifetime. The Visions of Daniel Explained, follows the last dayÕs prophecies of Daniel right down to the end of their fulfillment. Each prophetic scene is explained in vivid detail while using scriptural confirmation for each interpretation. Author, Dr. Jimmie Chapman, draws from fifty-two years of studies in Bible Prophecies and Theology to give us some unique and refreshing insights into the interpretation of prophecy. Join us on our journey of discovery as we explore each of DanielÕs prophecies and gain a deeper understanding of their meaning. Rejoice with us as we discover God is fulfilling his word right before our eyes in Israel and the Middle East.

I was seventeen when I started writing my short stories. They deal with my childhood, family, friends, feelings, and different stages of my life and my recovery. I always dreamed of writing a book, and now it came true. Hope you enjoy reading it as much as I wanted to write it. Remember . . . it was my life.

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a collection of poetry about love and loss