This is the story of a woman striving for success in the world of country music; a story of sacrifice, success, sadness, forgiveness, of following June Carter's dictum, "Press on!," and never losing faith.
A moving and memorable story of a young woman's coming of age while struggling with religious meaning and value in her life. It is an American classic of its kind, along with such works as James Baldwin's 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' and Chaim Potok's 'The Chosen'. Dan Wakefield, author of 'Returning: A Spiritual Journey' A large and significant part of the American experience - its evangelical enterprise - will be lost to memory unless some writer reclaims and records it for us. Shirley Nelson's book captures its humor, madness, and compassion in the best possible way, from inside out. Virginia Stem Owens, author of 'A Feast of Families' A lively, funny, serious, well-written novel that tells the truth. 'Christianity and Crisis' Radiates the graceful confidence of a seasoned writer. 'The New Yorker' Shirley Nelson has written an honest and haunting book. 'Christian Century' Anyone interested in imaginative literature about the evangelical world ought to read this book. 'Christianity Today' A wonderful novel: it is beautifully written and its intertwined religious and psychological themes are treated with great subtlety and sophistication. Barbara Wheeler, President of Auburn Seminary, New York, New York A perfect combination of instruction and delight. 'Sojourners
At the turn of the century, a young man named Frank Weston Sandford, proclaiming himself the fulfillment of certain Biblical prophecies, founded a movement called Shiloh, its central location on a hill in the town of Durham, Maine. The movement's purpose was sweeping and ultimate--to prepare the world for the Second Coming of Christ and the cataclysmic events which would usher it in. The enactment of this mission spanned twenty-five years, involving many hundreds of people. Sandford, an appealing and volatile leader, erected a complex of buildings in Durham, opened stations in major American cities, then set sail on the high seas in a racing schooner with a select group of followers. Their intention was to circle the globe for Christ. Instead, they headed for doom. As the movement expanded, so did its dangers. In the court trials that structure the story, Sandford was finally convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to prison. Shirley Nelson, whose parents grew up in this unusual society, tells Shiloh's powerful story with understanding and grace. She captures the inner dimensions of an intense religious culture and deals poignantly with the frightening phenomenon of one personality in control of many others.
Ted Peterson, son of former missionaries to Guatemala, returns to that country to solve the mystery of his father's disappearance. Caught up in a culture of violence and deadly secrets, what he learns is as much about himself as his father.
Ted Peterson, son of former missionaries to Guatemala, returns to that country to solve the mystery of his father's disappearance. Caught up in a culture of violence and deadly secrets, what he learns is as much about himself as his father.
Lydia tells her side of her marriage to the notorious petty criminal, Henry Tufts (1748 - 1831). She bore him six children and raised 5 of them at a time when women could not own property, vote, or have much to say about circumstances of their own lives. Language used is Lydia's, as is her opinion of things that affect her life. Her story, as imagined by the author, should interest her descendents, because not much has ever been written about her.
Shirley Rose Nelson was born in a three-room house on the bank of a river at the foot of a mountain. She was a “rose” on Valentine’s Day, and God had plans for this twelve-pound baby girl. God and family molded her to learn to trust God in everything during sickness, sadness, loss, tragedy, death, failure, storms, heartaches, battles, and in all trials and challenges involved in living. In In God We Trust Everything, Every Day, she uses these experiences to offer a devotional providing people of all ages a source to God’s word, to be with God every morning to start their day. Each day brings a new Bible verse to help Christians feel God’s presence in their everyday lives. Providing uplifting messages, Nelson communicates that to survive and thrive you must trust God in everything, every day.
Putting fear of rejection aside, Nellie lay pen to paper, scripting an offer of forgiveness. In her heart, she knew there was no other way but to reveal the truth from decades past. Her selfless act of love no longer held the clarity it once did; the weight of the burden now consumed the very depths of her soul, her heart weeping with anguish. So many years had passed; so many opportunities, wasted. She asked God to forgive her, but would Darcy do the same? Could Nellie ever forgive herself for committing such an unforgivable act? It was from love the secrets were kept; now, it was because of love the truths revelation had to be. Meanwhile, in the silence of the moment, one solitary figure willed the tears to cease, but failed in the effort. Words hastily written before the thoughts vanished forever from his mindresounded back to his heart in heightened confusion. Laying the notebook aside, he shut his eyes and entered into a fitful restlessness. Gods plans were in the making, unknown to the author of the script. With words placed in his heart to pen, the mission was yet to be. Gods hand was on both; their journeys under way.
Shirley describes her family, and their early struggles, the trials and tribulations she went through during the Civil Rights movement, her early singing career, and her callilng to become a pastor and concert performer. With a combination of music, ministry, and the message in all of her performances, all who hear her know that she listens to God every step of the way. Shirley introduces each chapter of The Lady, the Melody, and the Word with just that: the melody (lyrics to her inspiring songs) and the word (Scriptures that have inspired her), and along the way she will introduce you to her own inspiring story.
War correspondent Craig Dixon attracts trouble and is banned from the battlefield after criticizing Zachary Taylor's 1847 campaign against the Mexicans. But when Dixon enlists as an officer in the Texas Volunteers, he is chosen as a messenger to get vital information to Taylor. The Mexicans will wipe out Taylor's men unless Dixon can get to him in time and persuade Taylor to overcome his distrust of him.
During the final days of the Civil War, seven rebel prisoners are on a desperate flight for freedom, willing to risk hostile Indians and the dangerous climate of New Mexico. As the relentless Union captain swears to hang them, the only thing standing between them and the gallows is a beautiful young woman they have taken hostage.
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