From Beer to Eternity: A little story of addiction and beyond (English Edition) [Kindle-editie] beoordelingen het boek quotes

READERS SAY:“I planned to read it in search of a nugget to zing at my son and 'fix' him. But I'm the one who got zinged. Instead of trying to find just the right word to 'help' our soldier son put down that beer bottle, I am going to read your good words again and let them percolate thru my heart and soul -- then I'm going to begin the work I know I need to do in my own life and trust God more . . . with me and my son.” – Brooke McGillivray“Your book was like reading the life of my brother in law, several friends and family members including me.” – Gary Ware***WELCOME!***“A possibility is a hint from God . . . One must follow it. It is very dangerous to go into eternity with possibilities which one has himself prevented from becoming realities” -- KierkegaardTHIS IS A STORY OF IMPOSSIBILITIES: an addict who couldn’t quit, butdid; a marriage that could have ended, but didn’t; a man who seemed dead, but lived.It’s the story of a nice guy’s sad journey into hopelessness, and the unexplainable, surprising change that God made.The impossibility can become this major demon thing that haunts you and wants to own your life. It doesn't have to be alcohol—it can be almost any kind of urge you struggle with. Some of them feel like monsters, some like pesky gnats. We all can have a soup of temptations or addictions that are continually trying to boil over in all kinds of ways. It's a constant thing: Drink. Eat. Look.Buy. Click. Smoke. Touch. Stick. Snort. Cheat. Risk. Lie. Curse. Control. Gamble. Gossip. Get mad. Be selfish. Be bitter . . .Strong urges and temptations seem like they have a personality, a voice. And it lies to you. It tells you, "You can't live without this...NOW." And you don't know it's lying until you live without it.I believe I can't live without alcohol—until I do.READERS ALSO SAY:“Packed with inspiration. A brutally honest picture of the deceit, the desperation, and the life draining effort it takes to hide an embarrassing secret. With no frills or flowery words, he shares openly about his shortcomings, the weight of guilt he carried, and the family that stood beside him. 'From Beer to Eternity' is a wonderful message of hope.” – Pam W“There is a story behind everyone, but you had the courage to write yours and share it with others. We all struggle with some area of our life and your story is inspirational. Thank You.” – Ruth Betts***WHY THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU***I started drinking at 21, and finished 5,187 days and 4,000 gallons later. ‘From Beer to Eternity’ is the story of the days and gallons. It takes you into the thoughts, feelings, and scenes of a sneaky, growing hopelessness. It comes out the other end, into bright encouragement. In joining my story, you gain a perspective to help grapple with your own questions on addiction, whatever shape that addiction may take. This book awakens hope for anyone who has experienced discouragement and loss of faith because of an addiction (your own or others).***BONUS!*** Includes a free preview of SCARY HOPE: COURAGE AND A KICK TO HUG HOPE, FACE FEAR, AND GET GOING. Or search “SCARY HOPE” in the Kindle store to get the whole book for 99-cents. You can read it in an hour and be encouraged.AND CHECK OUT MY DAUGHTER’S BOOKS:Just search for “Grace for the God Girl: Letting Go of the Try Hard Life” by Emily P. Freeman.