Bøger af Donald Williams

How do you measure the impact of one's life? Their legacy.Donald Williams II is a retired Lieutenant Colonel of the U.S. Army, a husband, father, and a leader of young men in his community. Through his foundation, the Unity Christian Fellowship, and events such as The Game Changer Conference for Young Males, Donald hopes to change the lives of young African American men and show them a path toward a better future.In A Game Changer's Pursuit, readers will discover: - The fascinating military career of one man, across decades and multiple countries- His passion for the church and the vast network of support- Leadership philosophies-on the court, in the classroom, and at home- A model for community partnership collaborations and mentorship programs- The power of one dedicated man to influence future generationsDonald empowers young men, and women, through life lessons about the importance of education and service, working as part of a team, giving and receiving respect, and other faith-based fundamentals. He also coaches other mentors to seize opportunities and serve as examples-pillars-in their own communities.Together, we can save our youth, one young person at a time, and help guide the next generation of leaders. Do you have what it takes to be a mentor?

Outreach workers knew the script inside and out, and backwards and forward; the good ones knew that trust, compassion and recovery tools needed further implementation to help lift that man or woman from the doldrums of their lives; lifting their heads above water so they could breathe again, and gain some insight into their recovery. These workers dug in deep and came up empty many times over, but there is often a flicker of hope that connects with an increment of courage, and the dimmest of light can be seen at the end of the tunnel. With the right words spoken with perfect timing, reaching inside and growing that tiny morsel of hope, bit by bit, and day by day, that flicker will grow into a fire needed to change the negative trajectory of America's poor mental health.

This book, "In Times of Need, Poems of Encouragement", is to be applied at any given time in your life whenever you're feeling down about a particular circumstance that you may be going through or maybe someone else you know. Whether it's divorce, loss of work, bills, drugs, alcohol, death of a love one, physical or mental abuse, not having a relationship with GOD, out of control children, or whatever the problem may be; it's never too big or too small for God to solve. We will go through many of life's challenges that will test our limits and our beliefs. This book was formulated and designed to assist us in our journey. Donald Williams personally refers back to this book for inspiration to get him through his own tough times. One thing is for certain, that life is like the wind; it will change. Motivation is essential to our success in this life and we must continue to encourage one another as we move forward. Be encouraged........

That season seemed so long ago, like a precious dream that swept us off our feet; we were lifted to historical heights and taken to unprecedented territory by this idea of hope that was foreign in our lives. By then, all hope had been crushed. Jobs were lost, businesses gone; empty storefronts, vacant lots, and lost souls created inner-city ghost towns amidst unrelenting poverty. Children were being murdered, husbands jailed and communities destroyed, leaving gaping holes where humanity once lived. Change came along like a cool breeze on a hot, summer day; it had its way with our hearts, and we were thrilled to be taken so abruptly. Like a star landing in the hood, we examined it from afar, keeping our distance for fear of being burned again. We were perplexed by its simplicity and thrilled by its potential, yet wary of its promise. Hope took flight on a cold, February morning in 2007. We were skeptical. Others had promised change and not delivered; stars often shined, and faded. This one didn't. It got brighter, so bright we had to shield our souls from its poignant rays. We weren't use to stars landing in our midst and shining so brilliantly. There had been brighter stars; politicians, musicians, actors, athletes, but none had swept us off our feet with such elegance and grace. Our imaginations were lifted by this breath of fresh air. The American dream was placed in our sightlines, and we recognized its tangibility. We inhaled deeply, taking in increments of hope while change stirred quietly in the distance. There was suddenly a light at the end of the tunnel, a glimmer of hope that might lead us all to the Promised Land. And the bottom was so painfully crowded we all needed some relief. Before this light shined on us, there was no reason to hope; no one was willing to lend a helping hand, or reach down and lift poor people onto the American platform. Of course we wanted change. If anyone needed inspiration it was those living at the bottom. America's soul was dying, and the poor needed emergency surgery to repair a human spirit destroyed by the rich and powerful. Maybe this guy had the skills to perform such a complex procedure? In spite of our skepticism - our inability to dream any bigger than our faith could sustain us - hope was on the horizon. Everyone felt it. We had seen glimpses before, but none were like this one. He had the whole package; young, smart, decent, not to mention his confidence. He seemed to believe in the American Dream like no one before him. Then we heard him speak. Some of us had heard him before, but nothing like this time, when all the stars had finally aligned. Poignant, charismatic, funny, and with a table spoon of "ism" that didn't come across as being "too" black; too black would have been a deal breaker in 2008. His blackness paralyzed opponents and enthralled a nation. "Black" and "President" combined into a monumental, euphoric moment that lasted for months. Each speech, each gathering of ten, fifteen, and twenty thousand Americans packing arenas all across the nation and singing his praises, meant that dream might someday become reality. He didn't just have "ism", he also had "game". He raised more money and seemed smarter than all his opponents. History was in the making, and we were all participants. We agreed overwhelmingly; America's future was bright again. We had found our shining star. Martin, J.F.K. and Bobby were shot down halfway up the mountain, maybe this one would carry us to the top. This one was a keeper. He would lead every American to the promised land, and the promised land sounded a whole lot better than the hell we were feeling at the time. He was our knight in shining armor, and we would follow him anywhere. That's the thing about fairytales; we want them to be true, but they're never quite what they seem.

The Evangelical movement in America was the faithful heir of the Protestant Reformation of the Sixteenth Century as mediated to the present through the Puritans of the Seventeenth Century and the First Great Awakening of the Eighteenth. But now it is losing its focus and its very identity. Its faithful remnant prays for Revival and rightly so. But we have got to the point where something even more basic is needed: a second Reformation. Beginning with the five Solas of the original Reformation, this book offers ninety-five theses in nineteen areas where Evangelicals need to regroup, reground, and recommit to their heritage if they are to be faithful to their Lord.