Introduce Yourself to the Apostle Paul

God's Mercy and Blessings
Posted by Marie on Sunday, September 5, 2010 at 1:18pm
If someone could have told me ahead of time about the road I would follow, I would have laughed at them. Having been through so much in my life already, I am surprised at nothing. With the release of the book, there came certain expectations. I didn't expect it to be a best seller, but I did expect it to do well. Unfortunately, it sits on the shelf for now. But I believe that God still wanted me to write it. Those who have read it have been touched, nonetheless, but I believe God wanted me on a particular journey during its writing. Nothing can replace the joy of growing closer to God through the journey. His mercy is that even though the book sits on the shelf, it self propelled me on a journey that is priceless. For that, I've been blessed and am truly thankful. The book can still be ordered through Amazon.com, Barnesandnoble.com, Christianbook.com and through the Publisher. My prayer is that if you've been touched by Conversations with Paul, that you would pass it on--for that's what it is truly for. Blessings! Marie
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Published Author
Posted by Marie on Monday, March 15, 2010 at 5:37pm
Conversations with Paul is now in print and available!! I am so overwhelmed at God's grace and mercy! You may now purchase the book through my web site or directly from www.winepressbooks.com. A many thanks to those who supported this project with prayer. You are loved and appreciated! Marie
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In Print!!
Posted by Marie on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 1:41pm
The book is printing! Woo hoo!! In just a few short weeks, I'll be able to inspect and hold the very first copy of Conversations With Paul!!! God is awesome in how He chooses to bless meager little lives. I'm often overwhelmed. Please be in prayer for Conversations With Paul, in that God would use it to touch lives. There is a purpose for this book---it's not for MY glory, but to be used for God's glory. Please also keep me in your prayers that I would continue to be used as an instrument for God's Word. Rap later, Marie
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Satan Is a Punk
Posted by Marie on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 1:28pm
We are still working hard at getting the book completed. We've had a couple of road blocks, but God has been gracious enough to work us through them. Life has been a struggle these past few weeks. It never fails. You get on the verge of something wonderful that God has planned and Satan decides to be a punk and do his best to blow smoke everywhere and cause chaos. I've seen delays, not only in the book, but in other areas of my life, which continually brings in the practice of learning to lean on God and let God still be in control of every little thing. I used to think that God didn't want to be bothered with all the little things that cause me stress. After all, I'm healthy, I have a roof over my head and have the basic necessities. But that doesn't mean that there aren't stressers in my life, both good and bad. The truth is, God wants to be involved in every minute detail of our lives. He wants to be more than the Rock, the Comforter, the Amazing and Powerful. He wants to be Dad in our lives--caring for us, helping us make decisions, directing us to what is in our best interest. He can see greater than I will ever imagine to see. What may work for me right now may not be in my best interest for years to come. I read the other day that situations are 10% circumstances and 90% how we react to them. I think that's true for the most part. When we relinquish control in our lives, things ALWAYS go right. They may not go the way we had planned, but hindsight always proves that it always was the best outcome. Satan is a punk, and has no place in my life. It takes a constant acknowledgement to myself that God is control and that God will take care of Satan. I always say that when Satan reminds you of your past, you remind him of his future. Please be in prayer for the book. Marie
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Almost Done!
Posted by Marie on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 4:10pm
It's getting very exciting these days. Conversations with Paul is in its final stages as the files are made printer ready and then go to print! We're looking at few weeks down the road as to when I'll get to see God's book in physical form, in print! I can't wait to hold it!! The doctor gave me a clean bill of health and asked me to be his poster child for healing. God is so good. How many people are ready to go back to work just five weeks after major surgery? Only God could have orchestrated the absence of pain just a day after the surgery, in response to the uplifting of prayers from God's people. I am amazed at so many blessings lately, both seen and unseen. And, I am always humbled. A new chapter of our life is unfolding along with the release of the book. My daughter and I have been given the green light to go ahead and look for a home to purchase. We've been living worry free in a townhome for nearly two years and well, at this point in time, we almost make money by buying a home of our own. I feel like a kid in a candy store as I look at the realtor pages and drive by some of these properties. We are anticipating to be moving in June. In early June, my sister and I will be taking a sisters only cruise from Galveston Texas to Yucatan and Cozumel Mexico. I haven't seen my sister in nearly four years as she lives in another state, so we used the opportunity for a reunion and some getaway time without the kids and without anyone else. I can't wait to bask in the warm sunshine!! Everything that happens in our lives happens with or without God's approval. Do we leave it to chance to figure out which, or do we trust Him enough to be led to the place where He not only approves, but guides and directs and prepares an abundance for us? I never knew what it meant to ask His permission until this past year. I've always believed that I'm smart enough to make my own decisions, and for the most part, I can, but my point is that I don't want to make those decisions alone any longer. I want to give God all the respect He deserves in not only being my Father, but my Husband as well. Will you learn to trust Him too? Marie
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