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Focused for Purpose is a Christian inspirational guide that combines scripture, personal testimony, and spiritual coaching to help readers cultivate a mindset of intentional living for God. Why was this an important book for you to write?
This book was written first as a help to myself, with the hope that it would also help someone else. In all honesty, I was the focus for writing this book. In chapter five the topic was ‘Distractions,’ which are primarily designed by the enemy to pull you away or delay the God-given purpose for your life. In my book, I mentioned how the Holy Spirit guided me through the scriptures and advised me that not only will writing this book help me but anyone who reads it as well who may be battling with distractions. Let’s face it, distractions is not a new or unfamiliar territory that the enemy uses. We have all faced this struggle at some point in our lives. One of the scriptures used in the book is found in 1 Corinthians 10:13, which says, “There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: This means there is nothing new under the sun that you experience, that someone else has not gone through or will go through. I always want people to know that they are not alone on an island by themselves; and God is always ready to guide you out of whatever circumstance or situation you may find yourself in. God will provide a way of escape, but it is up to us to take it.
I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?
The hardest thing to write about, I would say, is admitting to the fact that after being born-again for over fifty years, I still could have an issue with distractions. I would think after being saved for all these years I would have had this battle well fought. But let me tell you, the moment any one begins to think you have any area in your life taken care of or think that you have somehow arrived because of your many years of walking with God, let me tell you to stop right there. Never boast of where you are in your relationship with God, if you do, this may be your biggest distraction of all. The enemy (Satan) would love for us to think we got this, he wants us to relax in our prayer time, and to slack off from reading God’s Word. I always say, we need to be in the habit of repenting and asking God for forgiveness every day. There is not one day that goes by in a 24-hour period, that we do not either say, do, or think something in a way that does not meet the standards of our Holy God. The problem with some may be that they fail to be honest with God. When you fail to be honest, or come clean with God; you are then opening yourself to succumb to whatever distractions the enemy brings your way. If you cannot be honest with God in the quiet times of prayer, then you will never be free. In John 8:32, it reads, “And ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.” This is one of the reasons why I give scriptures throughout my writings. Any book can be a help or an encouragement to whomever chooses to read them, but it is only the Word of God that will have the truth and the power of God’s anointing to set you free.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
In this book, I shared what I know has helped me through the years, and that is having a solid foundation in the principles and guidelines from the Word of God. This has been a bedrock for my journey as a believer of Jesus Christ. Whether you have been taught this early in life or in your later years, whenever you are a doer of God’s Word it will help you in whatever you set out to do. To be frank, nothing else can give you the direction that is needed for you to have a life of abundance where you receive the satisfaction that will last throughout your lifetime. Jesus came that we might have life and that we would have it abundantly. The key word here is ‘might,’ which means it is available but you must surrender your life to Jesus, to receive it.
Another point discussed was knowing your circle. I found this to be an important help that can have an impact on how you are influenced. Your circle can influence you in a positive or negative way. This is why you must be diligent in how you maintain the right associations that can help or hinder the outcome for what you want for your life.
I mentioned also the importance of protecting your heart, and committing your ways to the Lord. Protecting your heart is really where it all begins. Our heart is where our life is shaped, it directs our decision making. When we guard our heart by protecting what we see, hear, and allow in our thoughts, we can better control its effects before it produces wrong or negative actions.
Lastly, we must not leave God out. In Proverbs 16:3, (NLT) it reads, “Commit your actions to the LORD, and your plans will succeed.” Here, we see the importance of including God in all we do. As I mentioned in my book, there are many who care nothing about God, and have no desire to include or acknowledge Him in any of their ways, and some of them have plenty of life’s treasures, but are not satisfied nor have the peace that passes all understanding. I will be the first to tell you, that even when you commit your ways to the LORD, this is not a guarantee that everything you do will go your way, sometimes it goes the opposite of what you wanted or thought it should go. But when your trust is in the LORD, you can rest in knowing that God has your best interest in mind and will work all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). Trusting God comes with a peace that the world knows nothing about nor can they take it away from you.
What do you hope is one thing readers take away from Focused for Purpose?
The one thing that I want readers to take away, not only from this book, Focused for Purpose, but every book I write; and that is the importance of having a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ before they leave this earth. This is why I place in the back of every book, the ‘Prayer of Salvation,’ so it is available to anyone who chooses to receive Jesus Christ, but may not know how to go about it or what to say. But to answer the question regarding, Focused for Purpose – I would want readers to be clear on the reason why they were created; and that is to give God the glory with their living. When you do this, God will guide you in the direction that will lead you into fulfilling your God-given purpose.
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Every person at some point has dealt with distractions where it became the enemy to their focus. Distractions can become the stumbling block that prevents you from fulfilling your purpose. However, when we guard our heart, as Solomon speaks about in Proverbs 4:23, we begin to recognize the importance of what God has called us to do.
In this book, Focused for Purpose, I want every reader to know that God has already equipped you with the ability to finish the good work that He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6). Therefore, live your life to glorify God, and He will guide you in the direction necessary to fulfill your purpose.
Focused For Purpose
Jacqui D. Williams’ Focused for Purpose is a Christian inspirational guide that blends scripture, personal testimony, and spiritual coaching. At its heart, this book is about living intentionally for God, discovering the reason we exist, staying focused on it, and filtering distractions through the lens of faith. Each chapter feels like a heartfelt conversation, meant to help readers realign with God’s plan and rediscover their purpose with practical encouragement and biblical truths.
One aspect of Williams’ writing that stood out to me is her clarity and sincerity when addressing the concept of purpose. From the very beginning, she states it unequivocally: “Your purpose is to give God the glory.” There is no ambiguity, no unnecessary elaboration, just a direct and powerful truth. It’s a bold approach, and one that feels both honest and refreshing. Williams does not merely present abstract ideals; she offers her own experiences, including times when she was uncertain about her calling. Even in moments of confusion, she remained committed to keeping God at the center. That level of humility is deeply moving. Her reflections on individuals returning to the altar particularly resonated with me, prompting personal introspection on how easily we tend to complicate what is, at its core, a simple and profound truth.
The section on distractions resonated with me on a deeply personal level. Williams explores how effortlessly we allow people, busyness, and excessive commitments to divert our attention from what truly matters. Her candid discussion about the importance of saying “no” without guilt served as a sobering reminder of the necessity of boundaries. It was both illuminating and affirming. She effectively illustrates that distractions are not inherently negative; rather, they often reflect a misalignment of priorities. The example of Jonah powerfully underscores this idea: God did not revoke His calling despite Jonah’s initial disobedience. That message was both challenging and reassuring, reminding readers of the enduring nature of God’s purpose in our lives.
Williams speaks candidly about the significant impact our relationships have on our mindset and personal growth. Her tone is gracious and respectful, yet unmistakably firm in asserting that the people we surround ourselves with can either propel us forward or hold us back. What I found particularly compelling was her thoughtful balance between spiritual accountability and personal responsibility. She does not encourage blame, but rather urges readers to make intentional, discerning choices about their influences. Her guidance is delivered with both warmth and conviction, much like a trusted mentor offering honest insight with a genuine desire to see others succeed.
Focused for Purpose is not just for Christians trying to figure out their life’s calling. It’s for anyone who’s ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or like they’re just spinning their wheels. I’d especially recommend it to women of faith who crave both encouragement and a nudge toward discipline. It’s a soulful, practical, deeply personal book, and it’s clear Jacqui D. Williams poured her heart into every page. If you need a reminder that your life matters and you’re made for more, this one’s worth reading.
Pages: 96 | ASIN : B0FCTHR59Z
Foundation Under My Feet
Foundation Under My Feet is a heartfelt collection of poetry that explores the interwoven themes of faith, self-reflection, and nature’s quiet wisdom. Henschel invites readers on a deeply personal journey divided into two sections: “An Echo in the Soul” and “A Formed Foundation.” Through her words, she reflects on life’s challenges and joys while anchoring her thoughts in Christian belief. The poems ebb between internal struggle and external awe, often using vivid outdoor imagery to ground spiritual revelations in the tangible world. Each page reads like a whispered prayer, a quiet conversation with God, or a journal scribbled on a forest trail.
Reading this book felt like opening someone’s diary and finding parts of myself inside. Henschel’s poems aren’t polished in a showy way; they’re honest, even raw. She doesn’t hide from doubt or frustration, she walks straight through them with trembling hope. I appreciated the grounded simplicity of her language. She writes about everyday things: pulling weeds, sleepless nights, cloudy mirrors. Yet in those details, she uncovers depth. There were lines that caught me off guard and stayed with me long after. At times, a few pieces feel more like diary entries than fully-formed poems, but that unfiltered honesty is also part of the charm.
There’s comfort in knowing someone else has wrestled with questions of purpose, with waiting for a “yes,” with staying hopeful when things feel still. Her reverence for the natural world mirrors my own, and I found peace in the way she linked God’s presence to forest trails, rushing streams, and moonlit skies. Some readers might wish for more variety in structure or metaphor, but for me, the steady, soulful cadence felt just right, like hiking a path that rises slowly, with soft turns and sudden clearings.
I’d recommend Foundation Under My Feet to anyone looking for quiet encouragement, especially those navigating personal or spiritual growth. If you love nature, reflective writing, and poetry with a purpose, this book will speak to you. It’s best read slowly, maybe with a cup of tea, maybe while sitting on a porch or near a creek. It gently reminds you to breathe, to believe, and to keep walking.
Pages: 75
Your Inner State of Being
Create Yourself Anew From Above Down is a spiritual and philosophical meditation on the nature of identity, healing, and human potential. Why was this an important book for you to write?
I understand what it’s like to feel stuck and uncertain, but I’ve learned to create transformation. Sharing this could connect deeply with others who are searching for their own breakthroughs.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
It all starts with YOU – your inner state of Being. It is not about frantically trying to “fix reality”. It’s about being and becoming who you really are.
What is one piece of advice someone gave you that changed your life?
You are meant to be happy and fulfilled. Enjoy the experience, ALL of it
What is one thing that you hope readers take away from Create Yourself Anew From Above Down?
You are a magnificent spiritual Being. All the difficulties are just a ‘dream’ you are creating. You can change the dream to a magnificent dream.
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Do you feel like something is missing? Do abundance, love, health, or happiness feel just out of reach? What if you could consciously choose the life you desire, rather than just hoping it will happen if you’re lucky and work really hard?
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Inside Create Yourself Anew From Above Down, you’ll learn how to:Break free from limiting beliefs and self-doubt
Step into confidence, personal power, happiness & abundance
Use the best affirmations & visualizations to rewrite your reality
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A Watcher of People
So I’ve Been Thinking is a series of short, real-life stories pulled from your own experiences that reflect on something we all wrestle with: family dynamics, personal growth, fear, nostalgia, bravery, and, yes, dessert. Why was this an important book for you to write?
I have been a watcher of people. What I have come to realize is that we are much more alike than we are different. By sharing these stories, I am hoping people find commonality and in that, see our neighbors, friends, and people we have yet to meet as friends.
What was the most challenging part of writing this book, and what was the most rewarding?
The hardest part was putting the stories together in a way that makes sense to the reader. The most rewarding part was rereading the stories from a reader’s perspective.
What is one piece of advice someone gave you that changed your life?
My mom taught me about self-love at a very young age. She said, “You can’t take care of others if you don’t fill your well and take care of yourself first.”
What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your book?
I hope the reader laughs, cries, smiles, and feels joy. I hope they continue to talk about the book long after they finish the last page.
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So I’ve Been Thinking
Imagine sitting on a porch swing with a wise, funny friend who hands you a glass of wine and says, “Okay, listen to this…” That’s what reading So I’ve Been Thinking feels like. Judy Marano doesn’t lecture. She shares. She wonders. She pokes at life with a curious stick and invites you to do the same.
This book isn’t a self-help manual. It doesn’t come with five-point plans or bolded advice boxes. Instead, it’s a series of short, real-life stories pulled from Judy’s own experiences and written with an honest voice that’s both sharp and warm. Each essay reflects on something we all wrestle with: family dynamics, personal growth, fear, nostalgia, bravery, and, yes, dessert.
The stories start small, a paddleboard ride, a dance across campus, a Thanksgiving dinner flip-flopped in reverse. But somehow, each one blooms into something bigger. It’s less about what happened and more about what it all means. Judy has a way of turning everyday events into little wisdom bombs. Like the time she went to her first opera and walked out changed, not because of the music, but because she finally stopped letting fear run the show.
What made this book resonate with me is how normal everything is. You recognize these moments. They’re universal. The quiet ache of an empty holiday. The sweet chaos of raising kids. That quiet voice that says, “I don’t belong here,” and the louder one that finally replies, “Actually, I do.” The writing is conversational but thoughtful. No fluff. No filler. Just well-told moments that make you think without trying too hard. One minute you’re laughing, the next you’re staring out the window thinking, “Yeah… I’ve felt that too.”
There’s a lot of love in these pages, love for curiosity, for change, for letting go, for holding on. Judy doesn’t claim to have the answers, and that’s probably why the book works. She just asks the right questions. And she does it with grace, humor, and a touch of sass.
So I’ve Been Thinking is for anyone who’s trying to make sense of life’s messiness and magic without getting too serious about it. Read a chapter before bed, on a train, in between errands. It’s that kind of book, light enough to carry, rich enough to stay with you. Highly recommended if you like Anne Lamott, Nora Ephron, or just good old-fashioned real talk.
Pages: 143 | ASIN : B0DJMGB4RG
Create Yourself Anew From Above Down: By CHOOSING Who and What YOU Prefer to Be in this Multiverse of ALL POSSIBILITIES
Create Yourself Anew From Above Down is a spiritual and philosophical meditation on the nature of identity, healing, and human potential. It’s less a traditional book and more a guided conversation with the reader’s soul, where the author nudges, encourages, and sometimes challenges the reader to drop the weight of ego and conditioning in order to rediscover their divine origin. Rooted in Christian metaphysics and laced with poetic rhythms, the work explores how we can transcend physical, emotional, and mental limitations by aligning ourselves with a higher consciousness—the God above and within.
I enjoyed the tone of the book. It was tender but firm, like a mentor who’s seen some things and knows you need more than just a pep talk. The phrase “from above down” becomes a kind of mantra throughout, suggesting that transformation starts not from effort or grit, but from surrender. The book doesn’t offer steps or techniques. No charts, no tasks. Instead, it repeats like a prayer: remember who you are. I wanted to resist that simplicity. But the more I read, the more I felt a shift, like layers peeling back.
The writing is unconventional. It flows like a stream of consciousness, filled with repetition, symbolic language, and a kind of rhythmic insistence that keeps echoing long after you put it down. At times, it felt like the words were circling me, not just speaking to me but trying to repattern something inside. There were moments I had to close the book and sit with the words. It’s rare to find writing that feels more like song or prayer than essay—but that’s exactly what this is. This book doesn’t explain—it awakens.
Create Yourself Anew From Above Down is for the seeker, the one tired of fixing, hustling, analyzing. It’s for anyone who’s sat in silence and whispered, “There must be more than this.” If you’ve ever felt like you’re standing at the edge of something sacred but don’t know how to step into it, this book might be the invitation you’ve been waiting for.
Pages: 194 | ASIN : B0DG11JNXK
Empathic Evolution: An Invitation from the Council of We
Jennifer Elizabeth Moore’s Empathic Evolution is an introspective and spiritually charged exploration designed to connect deeply sensitive people—empaths—to their higher purpose. The book unfolds as a channeled guide from the “Council of We,” intertwining wisdom from spiritual teachings with practical insights on navigating emotional and energetic overwhelm. Moore takes readers on a journey through seven chakras, framing each chapter around themes like safety, pleasure, sovereignty, and communion. It’s part spiritual guide, part self-help manual, all aimed at healing, connection, and transformation.
One thing I noticed right away is how deeply personal and vulnerable Moore’s writing feels. She shares her journey with openness, recounting her struggles with self-doubt, trauma, and skepticism toward the very spiritual path she now champions. For instance, the story of her modified rosary practice during a period of brain recovery felt raw and authentic. Her shift from resistance to a connection with the divine made me feel like I wasn’t alone in my own doubts. That honesty is a highlight. It feels like a conversation with someone who truly understands the messy, emotional chaos of being an empath.
The structure of the book, built around the chakras, is inspired and works well to organize Moore’s teachings. The first chapter, “The Root: Safety,” sets a tone of compassionate grounding, explaining how disconnection from our bodies and the Earth creates a sense of insecurity. The metaphor of humans as “cells in the body of the Earth” stuck with me. It’s a vivid way to remind us of our interconnectedness, and it made me rethink how I see my own role in the larger picture of life. Yet, some passages veered toward abstract ideas, which might feel a bit nebulous if you’re not already familiar with spiritual jargon.
What I really appreciated were the practical tools and meditative exercises scattered throughout. The section on “Permission, Desire, and Creative Expression” reminded me of the ways I’ve dimmed my own desires, fearing judgment or failure. Moore’s emphasis on reclaiming pleasure and sovereignty felt like a wake-up call. She gives actionable advice—like visualizations or energy-clearing techniques—that make lofty concepts accessible.
Moore’s writing style is fluid and warm, but it’s also full of surprises. Her frequent digressions into personal anecdotes or historical and spiritual metaphors give the book a lively, textured feel. For me, it felt expansive, like an invitation to consider perspectives I hadn’t thought of before.
I’d recommend Empathic Evolution to anyone who feels deeply affected by the world—whether you’re an empath, a seeker, or just someone who wants to reconnect with yourself and others. It’s also ideal for those drawn to spiritual exploration or energy work. It’s not a light read, but it’s an enriching one, offering layers of insight for those willing to dive in. Moore’s honesty, passion, and hard-earned wisdom shine through, making this book both a guide and a companion on the journey toward emotional and spiritual wholeness.
Pages: 248 | ASIN : B0DMVDMF2P
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