Books From My Desk
Here are some of the books I have written
Dealing with Grief
In this book, "Dealing with Grief," you will find ways to navigate the painful journey of grief and mourning. It provides insight into what normal and complicated grief is, an understanding of grief, and ways to actively cope with its profound impact.
The book explores the nuances of grief and guides the grieving to acknowledge the varied manifestations and the personal nature of processing loss. While illuminating the general stages of grief, there is an emphasis on the fact that individuals have unique paths to find their healing process. There are no set ways to find healing from grief, but suggestions to follow can guide the reader through their pain.
Written from a Christian perspective, "Dealing with Grief" offers suggestions to help the reader find some peace and comfort. These suggestions aim to provide a guide and are not prescriptive. Even though it is written from a Christian perspective, any individual can use the activities in this book.
The intention of the book is to provide some form of assistance to those who need some direction, especially when we are lost in our grief. Finding a personal strategy to deal with grief is important. Hence, the hope is that "Dealing with Grief" will offer some peace, calm, and understanding to those grappling with loss. The hope is for someone to find a path towards emotional healing, comfort, and restoration.
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It is also available as an eBook on Amazon under the same title, My Father's Garden.
The book "My Father's Garden" explores the connection between my father’s earthly garden and God's garden. It draws inspiration from Ecclesiastes 2:4-6:
4 I made me great works; I builded me houses; I planted me vineyards:
5 I made me gardens and orchards, and I planted trees in them of all kind of fruits:
6 I made me pools of water, to water therewith the wood that bringeth forth trees.
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The analogy between God’s garden and the gardens my father created highlights the importance of preparation, planning, planting healthy seeds and plants, and continuous care for both our physical gardens and spiritual gardens.
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I illustrate the analogy between a garden and our faith journey, showing how we can thrive and flourish with dedication to Christ. The book aims to bridge the gap between gardening practices and Biblical teachings, inviting readers to explore the deeper meaning behind tending to a physical garden and how it correlates with our spiritual garden.
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God created a beautiful world for us to enjoy, with unique and stunning places to explore. Just like the Garden of Eden, we have a responsibility to care for the earth and create our own personal oasis. By tending to our spiritual gardens, we can nurture our own lives and cultivate our character. Since the time of Adam, humans have been drawn to creating beautiful and inviting spaces, whether through careful planning or a natural gift for gardening.
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I explore the importance of preparing the soil for gardening, drawing parallels between tending to a garden and preparing our hearts for spiritual growth. Just as a gardener prepares the soil for planting seeds, immersing ourselves in the Word of God prepares our hearts for spiritual growth. Once the soil is ready, we can plant seeds directly into the soil or cultivate seedlings, setting the stage for healthy growth and abundant fruit.
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Proper soil preparation is key for successful gardening. The Bible also emphasizes the importance of nurturing healthy soil in the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13. This parable helps us see how important weeding is to prevent thorns from choking plants and rocks from hindering spiritual growth. When we allow sin to infiltrate our lives, it can erode our relationship with God.
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This book, My Father’s Garden, will encourage young and mature believers to continue to grow and tend to their spiritual garden. It is a continuous journey of planting, replanting, and caring. Mature Christians will be encouraged by reading it, but it will also be an excellent guide for young believers.