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  LOVE’S GIFT by Penelope Marzec   In 1903, Amaranth Beach is burdened by her ethnicity due to the Chinese Exclusion Acts. Abandoned on a beach as a newborn and raised in an orphanage, she is a skilled secretary, but the threat of deportation looms constantly and all employers turn her away… until Mrs. Tildon of Sea Haven, New Jersey, hires her. Soon after Amaranth’s arrival, she discovers that the Tildon family secrets run deep—a reprobate father, a long-lost brother, an obnoxious maid who is never fired for her behavior, and William the son who worries too much about what people will think. When a series of alarming events occur, it’s up to Amaranth and William to unravel the secrets that threaten to destroy the Tildon family.   Can Amaranth heal the family’s divisions with her faith? Or will a greater danger threaten them all.     Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Loves-Gift-Penelope-Marzec-ebook/dp/B0D49BZ5P4   Apple:  https://books.apple.com/us...

  Only 1 more day to go….. have you bought your sprouts yet? Do you have enough mince pies to see you through to New Year? Are you ready for Christmas Day? Christmas has been described by John Piper as “the dawning of indestructible joy, because the joy Jesus was bringing into the world was like no other kind in history.” The joy that Jesus brings us is the very joy he has in God the Father, which he had for all eternity and will have forever. Speaking to his disciples, Jesus said: “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” (John 15 v9-11) If the coming of Jesus is the dawning of indestructible joy, no wonder Luke begins and ends his gospel with great joy. Zechariah is told that his son John will be a joy and delight (1 v14) John leaps for joy in Eliza...

  The Christmas Child Penny Musco   Blurb:             A barren couple. A baby who needs a home. A husband adamantly opposed to adoption.             Infertility casts a shadow over Robert and Hannah’s marriage in 1891 New York City. So does her newfound Christian faith, a result of Dwight L. Moody’s evangelistic campaign. Their world is further rocked by their immigrant maid’s pregnancy, and by Jacob Riis’ exposé on life in the city’s tenements.              The Christmas Child  intertwines the themes of childlessness and cultural differences in an exciting inspirational story.   Excerpt from the book: “Tell me, Mr. Jessup, were you born into your family?” “Of course! What other way is there?” “Adoption.” Robert stopped with the spoon halfway to his mouth. That Mr. Halsmith would raise tha...

  Blurb: Bethany Kringle is planning to skip Christmas, like she has both years since her mom died. She thinks it' s the perfect plan... until her brother, Matt, tells her he' s taking leave from the Navy to come home for Christmas. And he' s bringing his friend, Jay, with him. Now, Bethany must fight through her grief to give them the best Christmas possible. Jay MacDonald is afraid that God wants him to leave the Navy, the only place he has ever belonged. He' s also nervous about spending Christmas with his friend' s family, until he meets Matt' s sister who helps put him at ease. Jay immediately notices the grief Bethany is trying to hide and resolves to help her in any way he can. As Jay supports Bethany, the two can' t help being drawn to each other. Could God use this Christmas to bring them both peace and possibly bring them together as well?     Purchase links: https://www.amazon.com/Kringle-Family-Christmas-Holiday-Extravaganza-ebook/dp/B0DFD37D7W/ ...

  BLURB: As the holiday season approaches, Lillian holds a secret that will change the lives of her four closest friends forever. She invites them to spend Christmas with her, seeking strength in their unwavering bond of three decades. United by laughter, tears, faith, and an unbreakable friendship, each woman brings her unique spirit to the table. Determined to make this season the most memorable yet, they rally around Lillian, and their differences melt away. Lillian' s quiet plea echoes in their hearts— to cherish every moment, to savor every laugh, and to hold onto their shared memories. Little do they know, this holiday season carries with it a bittersweet farewell, as Lillian yearns for one last week in their company. In this story of faith, loss, and the enduring power of friendship, will Lillian' s final wish be granted, guiding them all toward a heavenly reunion? BUY LINKS: Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Lillians-Last-Christmas-Holiday-Extravaganza-ebook/dp/B0DFQCTVQ...

    Blurb:  Simon Jenkins is a lost soul. Struggling to process a deep loss, he survives one day at a time on the freezing streets. So when a beautiful woman with ruby-red lips thrusts a blessing bag into his arms and shares a message of faith, Simon is dubious. But her eyes twinkle with the promise of hope and love. Sandra Williams leads a life of faith. She has a great job and a cozy apartment, but her life hasn’t always been this way. And, to be honest, she’s lonely. So when she’s called by God to take a blessing bag to Dickensfield Park, she’s taken aback by the handsome man she meets, but is also excited about God’s plans. Brought together by nothing less than divine intervention and a cup of joe, can Sandra convince Simon that he’s worthy of giving God’s love, and their budding relationship, a chance?   extract  Sandra Williams stood in line at Holy Grounds, surveying the menu board with mock interest. She came to the little shop often enough to know exact...