Have you ever had a time when you needed to hear a word of encouragement from a loved one or a friend? Perhaps there have been times when just a few words from someone of trust would give you that extra push you needed to forge ahead in spite of your circumstances. Family and friends may sincerely love us, but there is no love like the love of God. People will not always be available, but the presence of God is never-ending. He will speak to your spirit at the most unexpected times. Many of these messages spoke comfort to my heart more than twenty-five years ago when I was enduring great struggles and trudging through challenging times. There are other messages that gave me divine direction during more current situations. During the seasons when I took on caring for elderly family members, God spoke strength to my weariness. When finances were challenged, God spoke peace to my soul. In times of fear and when doubts plagued my own God-given abilities, God spoke courage to my heart. When I felt lost, confused, disappointed, at an energy deficit, or just desperately needed to smile, God provided the words of assurance and hope that helped me to press onward. The power, grace, and love of God spoken in His words of hope are timeless! I am so grateful for His patience with me because I am finally heeding the call to share these messages with you. It is my prayer that you will also find hope, healing, and great grace in these words from God. Let Him speak to you! Pass a message on to someone longing to be blessed! Allow God to encourage you! Let Him put a smile on your face! Trust Him to guide you! I promise you, He will carry you through every situation! Listen...God has Messages of Hope!

“Through one woman’s personal journey, this faith-based book demonstrates and gives witness to the power of having an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ”. Porcia Duckett-Speight is ready to share her extraordinary life where she has experienced the most intimate levels that a woman can experience and still survive with a heart to love and obey God. A woman who had expectations just like you and me. Get married, have children, own a home, and live happily ever after. Little did she know that her life was pre-destinated with such tragedies that it is hard to comprehend. Her desire to fight, and to love God was the key source to maintaining her life and being able to tell her story of one devastating disaster after another. If you think you are the only one dealing with cancer, numerous surgeries, ectopic pregnancies, divorce, suicides, and many other situations in life, just know you are not alone. Porcia tells her stories through testimonies, journals, and dreams to help people like you in hopes of helping you feel and know that God is the answer to every situation when she was ready to give up or move forward. Offering a toolkit filled with divine inspiration to help others on their personal journey, When God Speaks, I Listen serves as a resource as an inspiration to developing a deeper intimacy with the Lord. She encourages all to hear and recognize the voice of God. Testimonies “Living through the cancer journey with Porcia and watching the many miracles unfold in her life gave new meaning to the power of prayer, the fearlessness of faith, and the goodness of God. This book will be a honest and motivating experience for many readers.” -Brian Weber, VP IT Infrastructure & Facilities, Alexandria, VA “When God Speaks, I Listen is a phenomenal book. It’s one of those can’t put it down reads. As you journey with Porcia through her life challenges, you might discover tidbits of your own personal experiences.” -Dianne Jenkins, CEO, djenkins Publishing, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Peggy McMahon's prayers are heartfelt and capture the raw, authentic emotions many face with a serious or life-threatening illness. Her prayers have touched lives well beyond their origin in Anchorage, Alaska. Written out of her own pain, the prayers of Peggy McMahon have ministered to many in times when they could not find the words to pray. Addressed to Abba, Father, the prayers are personal and heartfelt, written from a place of vulnerable trust. This book will be a comfort and source of power for many.

Born in Indiana, Dr. Edward J. Clemmer is a social psychologist by profession. He now lives with his Maltese wife, Jane Zammit, and enjoys dual citizenship with Malta. His four sons by a previous marriage continue to live in America. His personal journey with the Lord into this Gospel (on the Road to) Emmaus began in a moment of grace on 12th September 2003, as Ed was on his way to the priest. The context for this initiation was the Feast of Exultation of Holy Cross (14th September), as the source of every grace is derived from the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. The gospel is explained for us as the author and reader journey with the Lord as potential disciples. Our journey begins at Bethany near the Jordan with John the Baptist preaching and baptizing. Part 1 continues up to the Transfiguration of Jesus. Volume One reaches its climax before the Lords final journey to Jerusalem, when Jesus returns to Bethany where the Baptist had preached. Volume Two resumes with the Lords healing and preaching at Bethany near the Jordan. Part 2 concludes in Bethany near Jerusalem with the Lords dinner celebration with Lazarus, after Jesus had raised Lazarus from the dead. This celebration anticipates the Lords death and resurrection, and ours in Christ. Part 3 takes up the Grand Liturgy of the Lords New Creation, with Holy Week. The book initially concludes with a retrospective of the incarnation, of Jesus as God-with-us, and with the parallel coming of the Spirit at Pentecost. Then, in the Part 4 conclusion of this gospel, our post-Emmaus journey with the risen Lord returns to our post-Pentecost life in the Holy Spirit. The authors seven-year personal journey through this Gospel Emmaus ends in 2010 with the Feast of Sukkot, just as when the Lord also had anticipated the Holy Spirit. But the Lord provides us with his own conclusion: although he had healed ten lepers as they were on their way to the priest, only one had returned to give thanks.

Are there lessons to be learned from life’s final journey? As people approach their final days of life, can they and their families find peace and hope? Life Lessons from the Dying provides proof they can. Author Ronald C. Daniel, who had the privilege of ministering to hundreds of terminally ill patients, their families, and their friends as a hospice chaplain, shares a collection of impactful stories from the people he served at the end of their life. Some of their stories evoke laughter, and others, tears. Some will be uplifting, while others may result in deep contemplation. All of them offer a new perspective on approaching death, and each one teaches a different lesson about the end of life, providing proof there can be peace and comfort.

Pathways of Lifes Journey is an inspirational book of poetry and writings that highlights various life situations. These writings are accompanied by scriptures from the King James Bible. The messages are brief and written for easy reading and understanding. Walk along this journey of experiences with me. The topics are: The Precious Gift of Life, Experiences Teach Lessons, Healing Broken Hearts, Celebrate the Beauty of Life, Relationships and Friendships, Peace Through Jesus Christ, God is Sovereign, Surrendering to the Lord, The Last Step of the Way Summary Journal notes

Congratulations! Narrow Road to Heaven: Prayers & Scriptures is the book for you. Your time is valuable, and you want answers. You have completed your quest in selecting the perfect manual— other than The Holy Bible, of course—on how to pray to God. Narrow Road to Heaven: Prayers & Scriptures is a must-have book for every Christian wanting to strengthen their relationship with God and for every non-Christian wishing to get to know Him. It is the perfect addition to any library at home, office, or school. With over two hundred scriptures and over seventy prayers, it will help keep you in touch daily with your Heavenly Father. Narrow Road to Heaven: Prayers & Scriptures covers essential concerns such as: • how to pray to God • how to hear His voice • when God answers our prayers • when He does not answer our prayers • when God seems distant • wherever He leads • why God allows hardships Through this book, you will learn how to pray to God in His language. It will also teach you how to pray in God’s will, and how to know His will for your life. Throughout the book there will be prayers followed by God’s Word. In some chapters, there are answers to the questions you have been asking yourself. Questions, like, What is my purpose in life? Does God listen to me? Does He even love me? You will get the answers you seek my friend! So, dive in and start praying like a warrior.

This is a Book of Encouragement. It consists of poems written through personal tragic true-life experiences. Accompanying Scriptures were specially selected to fit the meaning and message of each individual poem. Each poem page ends with a truthful and uplifting, inspiring famous quote that emphasizes the meaning in both the poem and scripture. Hence the subtitle Poems Prayers and Promises. It is spiritual encouragement for anyone living with depression, anxiety, illness, addiction, or a tired, lonely and burdened soul. The main message is the hope and joy walking with God brings to those who believe in him. Written to inspire. To bring hope and healing through a relationship with God.