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How could a tax collector become a disciple of Jesus? No doubt Matthew endured great struggle before Jesus said, "Follow me."In first century Galilee, tax collectors faced the wrath of their Fellow Jews. After all, these despised men had sold their souls to the Romans, not to mention becoming filthy rich. How could a good Jewish boy fall into such a trap?Follow the author's possible story that leads Matthew from one pitfall to another until he eventually becomes a tax collector along the trade route through Capernaum. See how the location of his tax collector booth gives him opportunity to hear Jesus' teachings and causes him to face his sinful condition, ready to repent and follow the master. Sit in on the dinner Matthew plans for his friends where he hopes they, too, will come to believe. Watch the Pharisees spoil it all by questioning why Jesus "eats with sinners." Will Matthew have to overcome the tag "tax collector" even with his fellow disciples? Follow Matthew as he matures with eyes to see and meets the challenge of Jesus to "go into all the world."

"How long can this be happening? I thought we talked about this God." "When, will this end? How long do I have to wait?" "I just can't do this anymore, I'm done." Have any of these questions or statements slipped from your lips? In our lifetime , we will find ourselves trying to navigate through one type of water or another. We will either be white knuckling it as we fight to survive a major life storm, or we will be smooth sailing, content with how our life (is at the moment). We will either be sitting in still waters, waiting for the wind to stir and move us forward, or we will be dry-docked feeling the pain and discomfort of maintenance work, or personal changes. At some point, in your travels across these waters, one or more of these questions or statements will find their way to verbal presence. Everyone hooks themselves to something in hopes that they will survive whatever circumstance in life they are dealing with. Whether you have received a devastating diagnosis from the doctor or lost a beloved child, had a relationship dissolve right before your very eyes or had a child in form you they are entering the military, what you choose to cling to during these times could mean the difference between either life and death.Dropping Anchor will walk you through each of the water of life and reveal to you only the anchor that is sure and firm, the only anchor that can sustain you tin every one of them. In this book, you will learn of a stronghold that is beyond anything you have ever encountered and one that can hold you regardless of the situation you find yourself in. As you read, you will be encouraged to hold fast to this anchor as you journey through life's different waters until you pull into your final destination port and drop anchor for the last time-home.

Forced into sex trafficking as a teenager, Debra Rush makes a daring escape, then struggles foryears with post-traumatic stress. A reluctant mentor supports Debra through the healing of herpast. A commitment to save her friends leads to unexpected alliances. In forgiving those who betrayedher, she opens her heart and finds real love. Her true story proves no one is beyond redemption. Journeywith Debra from despair to success and find a reason to hope.

We face a profound problem in this country and around the world, the plague of drug addiction. Lives are being lost and destroyed. Many people are affected by this issue in some way, via family members, friends, or co-workers. The question is, "How can people find true healing of the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs involved in their addiction?" The author proposes leading addicted people to faith in Jesus Christ.Jesus and the Addict: 12 Bible Studies for People Getting Free from Drugs is designed to help leaders in Christian faith-based recovery to guide those who come to their communities toward continuous freedom from drugs. The book contains twelve studies with biblical guidance on varying issues with which people in recovery struggle such as overcoming fear, learning to have hope, overcoming resentment, and dealing with forgiveness.  Jesus Christ is the answer in all these things. Deepened relationship with Him and the transforming effect of His power and love bring redemption and new life. The book is intended for pastors, mentors, sponsors, and teachers - anyone working in jail, prison, transitional communities, or in churches to help recovering addicts.The studies are designed to be shared in large group settings, a speaker providing the teaching talk. Following that teaching time, the large group can then break out into small groups for discussion of the teaching. However, this material is workable within a single small group as well as a large one - the small group hearing the talk less formally and then discussing it.Each of the twelve lessons contains a verse or key verses from the Bible about a particular topic. Those Bible verses form the basis of the lesson. There is then a section with discussion about the background and state of mind of people seeking recovery for the speaker to consider about those who will be in the listening audience. The author''s experience has largely been with people who are lower income or poor, but addiction affects all classes of society, and both urban and rural populations. The concepts discussed in the background and state of mind section are adaptable to varying recovery audiences. A prayer for the speaker is included next.Following the prayer, there is a sample talk section where some key points are given. This talk can be modified to fit the speaker''s own experiences and their audience. And each chapter concludes with sample questions that can be used to stimulate conversation within your recovery group. The book also contains teaching and theology about the nature of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. An explanation of the cross event, resurrection, and the meaning of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers is explained such that people in recovery can understand God as being full of grace and as a source of great empowerment. The presentation of the present-day healing ministry of Christ gives hope to the addict that they can permanently be freed from drugs and feel the lifting of guilt and shame. They can also take their place as a useful and contributing part of the kingdom of God and in society.Dr. Pam Morrison, the author, is an ordained pastor from the Free Methodist Church. She has led or helped to lead six churches. She has volunteered with Prison Fellowship and has ministered with addicts in several settings. Her belief is that medical and secular means have been and are used to help addicts, but the greatest help anyone can receive to achieve permanent freedom is to find faith in Jesus Christ. So much more help is needed for addicts and families of addicts. We are short on places and those who will walk steadfastly with people seeking recovery. This is a ministry urgently needed in this hour.

Bright Yellow Sun, Why Do You Shine is written specifically to help young children understand the complexity of our world. God''s creation is a picture book wonder for all! Bright Yellow Sun, Why Do You Shine is a tender rhyme accompanied by a Bible verse for those who are curious about things God made. Bright Yellow Sun, Green Apple Tree, and Little Bumblebee are three things that fascinate A.Z. Ray as he plays in God''s amazing world of beauty.Join A.Z. Ray in his playful day. See how he discovers that God has a purpose for all things to work together to help one another. Now, A.Z. wonders what his job could be! With word sounds that rhyme, this book can be read as a devotion, or any time. God loves his creation, its true! And most of all, God loves girls and boys like YOU!