I’m almost done!! Only 10 days to go and my first book will be finished!! WHOOHOOO!!
I have until the morning of July 19th to place her in my publishers hands. This morning as I was thinking about how it will feel when I do that, it is as though I am giving my baby to another family to take care of for a year, and then I get her back next summer when she is published! This book truly holds a part of me and so much of what I hold most precious about my Jesus. The pages have been dampened by my tears, filtered through my fears, poured over by my prayers, and written from the deepest places of my heart and soul.
I can’t even tell you how excited I am about sharing it with you one day. I just can’t believe I am here, almost done!! God has truly done miracles, displaying His faithfulness in ways I cannot even describe yet, but I will one day.
For now, I am celebrating the birth of another book! Author Susanne Scheppmann is a dear friend and teammate of mine from Proverbs 31 Ministries. Her latest book, Embraced by the Father, was released recently. Today, I asked her to share more about it here and she is also giving away 2 copies and a $5 Starbucks card to one of you!
Susanne, your new book Embraced by the Father: Finding Grace in the Names of God shares parts of your life story and how God changed your life. Can you tell us a little bit about those events?
I became a Christ follower at the age of 15. My life prior to Jesus was at best dysfunctional. My mother was schizophrenic and my father was an alcoholic. After coming to know Jesus Christ my life metamorphosed into a life of meaning and purpose. My book describes how God released me from hurtful memories and then, used those experiences for ministering to others.
Can you explain what you mean by the phrase “names of God”? How does it help us to know the names of God?
Very early in my spiritual journey, I learned that God reveals His character and purpose in our lives by various names. The Good Shepherd, Father, or Lord Almighty are a few examples of the names of God. Each name of God that is revealed in the Bible points us to a deeper personal relationship with God.
What else would you like women to know about “Embraced by the Father” and its dance metaphor?
It’s a fact, women seek security. We want to feel loved and protected by someone who cares for us. For many women, me included, their earthly fathers failed miserably in the role as daddies. My book is unique in that I used a dance metaphor to help us to understand the character and promises found in the names of God. God invites every woman to dance with Him as a daughter might stand on tiptoe on her daddy’s feet to high step across the room. Women may be widowed, divorced, or single but God still desires for them to learn to dance through life on His everlasting arms.
Are you tired of feeling like a wallflower in the dance of life? Come learn to dance with the God Almighty by reading Embraced by the Father—Finding Grace in the Names of God.
This is a great summer devotional read or perfect book to go through with a small group of friends. Let me know why you would like to win this and who you would give your extra copy to. Just click on the word “comments” below. You can jut leave your comment in the white box. If you don’t have a blog, simply click anonymous. Please include your email in your comment so we can get in touch to send your prize. I’ll announce the winner of the 2 books and a $5 Starbucks card next Wednesday or Thursday. (Contest Closed Wednesday 7/14 at 11am)
Congratulations Feennie from http://justfeenie.blogspot.com/– It’s always too hard for me to decide a winner, so I let random.org and it chose you to receive “Embraced by the Father.” Please send your mailing address to [email protected]. I know will enjoy this book love sharing it with friends. I hope many of you will get a copy, too. Such a great book!
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I would like to win this because it sounds like an amazing devotional book and also a life experience about a woman who rose above hurt and pain to help others. I would give the extra copy to my neighbor
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I forgot to ask if you were doing the Women's Ministry Sessions on Thursday for She Speaks?
"My book describes how God released me from hurtful memories and then, used those experiences for ministering to others." This really speaks to my heart. I know we all have many hurts of our own, and some can differ greatly, but one thing we all have in common, in Christ, is the love the Father has for us… learning to tap into that love and walking in it, that's the hard part. I'd love to read how God revealed His love through this book.
I would love to get a copy of this book. I would love to know more about the many names of God. Congrats on the book.
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Very Special,nice to see!
After I read one of the copies, I would probably give them BOTH away to women I know who are stuggling right now to understand who they are in Christ. My heart aches for them….
Thank you for your heart that you share with us here on your blog.
God bless you and your new creation—can't wait to read it, too!
Renee, I was popping by to just say "hi!"
Now I'm saying "WAY TO GO" on your book and "Yippee! A give-away!" You know how all of us girls are about winning something!! 🙂
I love you, Renee!
See you soon,
Tammy 🙂
Congrats on wrapping up your writing! YEAH!!! 🙂
I would love to win a copy of this book as I've heard great reviews of it! I would give a copy to my mother-in-law…I think she would love it, too!
Prayers and blessings as you enter the last part of this journey, Renee!
Rebecca
I would love to read this book to further understand the meaning of the names of God. I would share the other copy with my best friend.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Praying for you, Renee, to finish the journing you are on!
I love reading Christian books for women written by Christian women. Our needs are the same so they come from the same perspective. I love finding out that I'm not going through this alone. There are other women who struggle with the same problems. If I were to win these books, I would share the second one with my daughter who struggles with daily life raising 4 daughters, homeschooling, working at odd jobs for extra cash for the family. I would hope that she could draw some peace from learning the names of Jesus and their meanings. Thank you for the opportunity.
I would love to win this book and share it with my daughter-in-law! [email protected]
I would love to read this book. I have always wanted to do a study on the names of God. If I win I will give the 2nd copy to my Husband's Aunt who was a Dancer with a Dance Company many years ago.
I would love to win it as I am a Life Purpose Coach and always looking for books that will encourage others ont heir journey.
If I won I would give the other copy to a woman in my Bible Study who is struggling with some issues from her past.
What a neat and beautiful book! I would love to meet Susanne's heart!! I've always wanted to be a wonderful dancer… I was slightly average growing up 😉
I would give the extra copy to my dancer friend who is in Holland with YWAM and King's Kids helping to start a Christian dance company to share Christ through the art of dance.
I love you Renee and I think if you listen hard enough you will hear me sending you a Texas-sized cheer all the way from here!! I will pray all the more until you cross this finish line sweet friend. xoxo
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I would love to read this book. I am so fascinated about learning all the different names for God. I will be praying for you Renee. What a journey you and God have traveled.
blessings
I would love this book because I'm on a journey to redemption from the past and seeking to become confident in the Lord's love for me. I would love to learn more about how to heal from hurtful memories, find a deeper sense of security in God's love for me, and come to a better knowledge of how He sees me.
I would give a copy away to my sister. I know it would minister to her in a special way as well.
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I would love to pass this book on to my oldest daughter, Bre, after reading it. She is 12 and as a single mom of 3, reinforcing to the girls' that their Heavenly Father is even MORE than what their earthly father could ever be, and sharing His unconditional love with them, is my heart's desire.
I would LOVE to read this book! I would give the other copy to my Sister. She is going through A LOT right now. Thank you so much. May our Awesome God bless you in all you do.
I'm 57 years old, and still struggling with attitudes toward myself that are the result of things my father said to me. Independently, without my family even present, I answered an altar call and gave my life to Christ at the age of 7. Wow! I've been walking with Him for 50 years! Yet I still need to know Him from the perspective of Suzanne's book. The second copy would go to my best friend who came from a dysfunctional home, and who is raising her husband's great granddaughter (whom she loves greatly). It would be wonderful for her to be able to raise this little girl with an understanding of who her Father is! [email protected]
I would love to read this book…I am a "seasoned" pastor's wife of 36 yrs…..have always wanted to do a study on God's name….I would give the other copy to my daughter who is also married in ministry.
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