Hope Shines Bright

Hope Shines Bright
Author: Marsha Hammond
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2013-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781493651924

Hope Shines Bright is the perfect story for all ages. It is wonderful for the Christmas Holiday. In addition, you will find this book is meaningful any day of the year. In the beginning, Hope cannot shine as bright as her friends do. She is taunted by others because her light is not bright. God sends the star a special friend named Faith to see her through. God is faithful. You will see how God uses the least likely star to shine brightly over a very special place. The book is filled with fun, colorful pictures that children will love. Parents and children of all ages will enjoy the story in rhyme, as it shows Hope transform to a bright shining star. There are many lessons that you and your child will take away from the story. Reading this book together provides the perfect time to talk with your children about faith, patience, friendship, being teased or bullied and how strength is found in our differences. We can be like Hope. We can learn to take a deep breath and let it glow! Shine on!

Hope Shines Bright

Hope Shines Bright
Author: Marsha Hammond
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2014-10-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9780990860310

Hope Shines Bright is a story of a little star who could not shine as brightly as her friends. Because of this, she was made fun of and bullied by stars who were brighter than she. It is with the help of Faith, an angel friend, that she learns how to patiently wait for God to show her the purpose He had in mind for Hope. She would shine like never before and for a very special occassion. She hand "Saved her twinkles, every one..." to be used above the place where the Christ Child was born. God often uses the least likely among us to carry out his purpose. This is a very important lesson for adults and children. We must always look deeper and realize that God can use us all. Faith, Hope and understanding can be taught with the use of this beautifully illustrated book. Children and adults will love the story.

When hope grows dim, love shines bright

When hope grows dim, love shines bright
Author: Haiko Penman
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2023-10-20
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 9180574645

In this heartfelt poetry collection, Haiko dives deep into human emotions, drawing inspiration from the challenges of divorce and the pain of losing family. Together, these poems take you on a moving journey through love, separation, and the strength we find in tough times. Haiko's deep connection to nature quietly weaves through his verses, adding an extra layer of depth and visual storytelling to his exploration of human emotions. From the tough moments of heartache to the healing process, Haiko's words, along with the accompanying illustrations, capture the feelings of longing, self-reflection, and the enduring power of the human spirit. With visuals that bring each poem to life, this debut poetry collection is an experience for both the heart and the eyes.

When Hope Shines Through

When Hope Shines Through
Author: David Liverett
Publisher:
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2001-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780963218056

This 240 page book has 110 lighthouse drawings and 106 essays from 90 different writers. "Choice words can be coupled with apt music to create memorable song. In like manner, strategic statements can be wedded to illustrative art to produce revealing literature. That has happened in this book by David Liverett, the message of which is clear, centered, well-illustrated and compelling." -- James Earl Massey, Former Speaker for CBH, Campus Minister at Anderson University and Dean of Anderson School of Theology "Combining his tremendous interest in and love of people and his long-time collection of lighthouses, penned by his own hand, David Liverett has given a real gift to the Church. I felt the warmth of bright hope as I read the inspiring, personal meditations and realized the investment of time in the beautiful lighthouses. Thank you for using your talent to point the way to The Light." --Norma Brandon, CBH/Mass Media Coordinator, Church of God Ministries "With lighthouse as metaphor, David has inspired us with these authentic statements of faith and hope and light. Who does not welcome a sure word of hope and a true beam of light for our dismal days and starless nights? Maybe you will read these testimonials and mark some to which you will often return for renewal. We're not fog-bound ships near treacherous rocks, but we sigh with relief when hope shines through. We who read this book owe to David Liverett an unpayable debt for his skillful and artistic display of the lighthouses we so desperately need. Read and rejoice " --T. Franklin Miller, Former Executive Secretary of the Board of Christian Education of the Church of God and President of Warner Press

I Wrote This for You: 2007-2017

I Wrote This for You: 2007-2017
Author: Iain S. Thomas
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Total Pages: 407
Release: 2018-10-02
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1449499821

Ten years ago, I started writing this for you. I wrote it for you and only you. Since then, millions of other people have read it, but none have understood it the way you understand it. I set out to find you a long time ago and today, I'm so glad I finally have. Thank you for reading these words.