"Your Jesus GPS" now available in Paperback. Good Christmas Present?

"Your Jesus GPS" is now available in paperback.  Could this be a good Christmas present for you or someone else?  ;-)   Get it at https://www.createspace.com/5109653

If you prefer the e-book version, you may get it from https://t.co/S6i7BbkehJ/s/YI-1 or  http://t.co/zGGS4qUlnd/s/HppI

Life Keeps Going On

Well, my friends, it's been a while since I have posted to this blog. Have you missed me?  I missed you.

Nothing new to report --  except life has been happening, and the need for Jesus in it.  It is so easy for me, and I believe others, to fall into the drab humdrum of life and feel lost and empty.  These are not pleasant feelings.  Yet, Jesus offers enduring joy.  We have to latch on to Him.  We have to be part of Him.  We have to be infused with The Holy Spirit to achieve that sort of sense of purpose and hard-wired, meaningful joy.

My only advice is to read and pray, and pray and read for such peace, understanding, and connection with Jesus.  After all, in John 10:10 He said: "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." (ESV).

The "thief" we know is Satan.  That's the source of our feeling of hopelessness and meaninglessness.  Yet, Jesus proclaims that He is here to provide life - abundant life.  Don't give up.  Don't give in.  Turn first, and always to Jesus, and learn about His glory, and grace, and power.

Trouble Posting Here?

A friend trying to respond to my "Jesus Judge or Not Judge" said he can't post a comment.

I'll try to find out what's up.  Meanwhile, here's what he had to say.

This doesn't answer all questions, but I think the verses mentioned here emphasize Jesus' role as savior in his first coming, but emphasize his role as judge when he comes a second time to "judge the living and the dead.”

When is Jesus Judge and When is He Not?

Christians believe Jesus will be the Ultimate Judge.  In the Nicene Creed, we proclaim that He "will come to judge the living and the dead."

Yet, some Bible verses raise interesting questions, as sometimes Jesus says He's not to judge.  What's this all about?

There are several verses where Jesus - Himself -- talks about His power and authority to judge - or not.  [Verses used are from the New International Version (NIV) of The Holy Bible.]

'Moreover, the Father judges no one, but has entrusted all judgment to the Son" (Jn 5:22); "And he [The Father] has given him authority to judge because he is the Son of Man" (Jn 5:27).

Yet, later in John, Jesus says:  "As for the person who hears my words but does not keep them, I do not judge him.  For I did not come to judge the world, but to save it." (Jn 12:47)

So, is He here to judge or not?

There are other verses where Jesus says He is judge or He is not judge, but let's deal just with these for now.

Killing Jesus - No, Kimmunicating Jesus

OK, I'm cravenly playing on Bill O'Reilly's bestseller. A thing I can do to build hits. ;-)

Seriously, my new book "Your Jesus GPS" has been published as an e-book. I look forward to using this blog to hear from all of you.

You may check out my book at https://t.co/S6i7BbkehJ/s/YI-1 and http://t.co/zGGS4qUlnd/s/HppI . 

I hope you'll read & review it.  

Thx!

You Learn Something New Everyday -- If You're Not Careful

This e-book publishing experience is quite enlightening.

Any slug, such as myself, can publish through the marvel of modern-day e-publishing.  But I was amazed to learn how developed and mature this industry has become.

Many folks know that e-book sales have spiked in the past 10 years and show no signs of letting up. So, I suppose that it why this publishing vehicle has such complexity built-in behind its apparent simplicity.

What am I talking about?

I recently published this book at SmashWords but only yesterday learned that real humans "vet" theses works to ensure that they meet all formatting requirements before shipping it to Apple, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and another dozen outlets.

The book is available at https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/465776 and http://www.amazon.com/Your-Jesus-GPS-Direction-Personal-ebook/dp/B00MJDCYS2/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1407776112&sr=1-1&keywords=your+jesus+gps
 Once my book passes this human vetting phase, there will be many more places to purchase it.

Have a great day.

Let the Games Begin!

I've been writing for over 20 years but this is the first time I've published a book.  "Your Jesus GPS - Find Direction, Personal Growth, Inner Peace and Joy" is now an e-book. 

I was waiting to issue a mega-announcements on FaceBook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and everywhere and anywhere, but wanted first to be sure the book was available at Apple, Barnes & Noble and other outlets.  Well, while I'm waiting for word that all major outlets carry the book, allow me to at least tell where it can be found now.

1. Smashwords 

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/465776

and
2. Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Your-Jesus-GPS-Direction-Personal-ebook/dp/B00MJDCYS2/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1407776112&sr=1-1&keywords=your+jesus+gps

It sells for $2.99.  I'd love you to pick up a copy and share your thoughts about the book.  Of course, I would appreciate your also sharing this news with friends and relatives.

Thank you.

Fred

All is Sweetness and Light

This blog is back up and in business, thanks to Stacee at Blogger Help Forum.  All is right with the world again.

Trouble in River City

Yesterday I set up this blog announcing the imminent arrival of my new e-book:  "Your Jesus GPS..."

There's 'trouble in river city', as the Music Man might say.  I can't seem to insert my bio, for your information.  So, please be patient as I try to determine why is going on and why I am having difficulty.

Have a great day!

Your Jesus GPS - Welcome Aboard!

Howdy.  I'm glad you're here.

20 years ago I wrote a book which was nearly published.  The impetus behind it is somewhat interesting but not worth sharing at the moment.

Now I will publish this work as an e-book through Kindle and Smashwords. Soon.  Today, of course, is August 6, 2014.  Once my formatter (Les Denton) finalizes the contents, I will post what will be my first published book and see what happens.  My designer (Jeremy Taylor) did a great job with the cover.  See below.

One thing I wish is that this blog generates good conversations and insightful reflections.  I want to hear your thoughts and reactions to what I recount in "Your Jesus GPS -- Find Direction, Personal Growth, Inner Peace and Joy."

Writing this book helped me develop a greater understanding of Jesus.  Perhaps it can facilitate the same in you, too.

Thanks for stopping by.  Bye.

Fred