Perhaps it is because i am in the middle of a crushing season and this book is speaking to the places i am perplexed by and wavering in. The term is derived from, a free online book club which was founded to encourage the practice, aiming to make the whole world a. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Jakes released her first book, the princess within, in 1999.
A number of high schoolers witnessed their teacher being shot and killed by a mystery gunman. Bishop speaks of crushing as it relates to the makings of wine. Review of the crossing by serita jakes awaiting the king. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. In 2003, warner faith published jakes second book, beside every good man. The crossing, published in september by waterbrook press, focuses on two main characters. John jakes books list of books by author john jakes.
Welcome to the official facebook page for the first lady of the potters house, serita jakes. Serita ann jakes author serita ann jakes has been involved in christian ministry all of her adult life and has served alongside her husband, bishop t. The crossing is an important novel and i highly recommended. I salute serita and consider her one of my children. The new york times and the pulitzer prize winningauthor of angle of repose and crossing to safety, a fascinating look at the old american west and the man who.
We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Jakes is an internationally respected man of faith with tremendous influence across the world. The crossing by serita jakes a school bus, loaded with highschool kids heading home after an evening game, anxious to get something to eat and call it a day bj remington cheerleading coach shot by an unknown masked assailant when the bus stops at a railroad crossing in a small town in texas. The crossing by serita jakes, 9781400073030, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
A shooting occurred on a school bus that was coming home from a football game. Bookcrossing also bc, bcing or bxing is defined as the practice of leaving a book in a public place to be picked up and read by others, who then do likewise. Imprisoned by memories, claudia campbell lives each day in the shadow of a decadeold murder. World renowned pastor, author and filmmaker, bishop t. Save over 20% credits will not expire, so you can use them at any time. Serita jakes, first lady of the potters house megachurch in dallas, texas, sat down with the christian post friday to discuss the story behind her new book, the crossing, a fictional account of the very reallife situations that effect everyday people within and outside of the church. Remington was killed, but her murderer was never found. The story immediately caught my attention and kept my interest. As a whole piece, this book took me through the range of emotions that a good movie. Imprisoned by memories, claudia campbell lives each day in the shadow o. Imprisoned by memories, claudia campbell lives each day in the shadow of a. She is a woman who loves much and wants to help others.
The good christian syndrome has a way of lulling me to sleep and i cant take. The crossing by serita jakes was a compelling novel relating a story of loss, bitterness, death, and renewal. The crossing by serita jakes is a christian fiction book about a mystery about a murder of a young school teacher. Excerpt from sermon by td jakes at the potters house. That tragedy still effects lives of the students who were on that bus, especially claudia who was. Jakes latest book addresses posttraumatic stress guardian pr. Biography and booking information for first lady serita a. The book reveals gods process for growth and how one can. A few days ago, i came across steve harveys interview in which t. Rayleigh fading is a statistical model for the effect of a propagation environment on a radio signal, such as that used by wireless devices rayleigh fading models assume that the magnitude of a signal that has passed through such a transmission medium also called a communication channel will vary randomly, or fade, according to a rayleigh distribution the radial component of the sum of. If you are looking for a new home, i suggest looking at jakes crossing. She has experienced hurt in her life, therefore the crossing is a perfect novel for her to write.
Jakes crossing is a gorgeous family neighborhood, conveniently located near i70 in oak grove, mo. Jakes, is the lead pastor, draws from her personal and ministerial experiences to understand the struggles teenage girls of the current generation often face in. Td jakes sermon god will bring you all the way out. Now all grown up, these high schoolers are still haunted by the tramatic experience. I currently live in the jakes crossing community and its a very nice place to live. Crozier and the congregation at the abundant life ministries church in charleston, wv about her marriage and other topics.
See all books authored by serita ann jakes, including the princess within. Serita jakes on how to help insecure girls, many from. Imprisoned by memories, claudia campbell lives each day in the shadow of a tenyearold murder. The crossing by serita ann jakes overdrive rakuten. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. The characters deal with real issues depression, post traumatic stress diso. In 2000, a horrible unsolved crime is committed on a texas school bus. Williams, author of black pain a meaningful novel about loss, forgiveness, suffering, and gods healing, unconditional love.
Jakes was discussing not only his daughters dilemma but also his new book crushing. Prospective residents will be impressed by the competitive pricing and are encouraged to call and find out about our latest specials. Dodie osteen, cofounder lakewood church and author of choosing life. Claudia, who had a close friendship with the young, spirited teacher, constantly relives the. Loving myself while standing by him and in 2011, she released her third book, a novel, the crossing, which tackles such issues as domestic violence, trauma and post traumatic stress. All preorders are sold at the membership price or for one member credit, and are shipped separately. Claudia, a preachers kid, life change in a tragic instance. Now, with a new book and a television talk show, hes showing others how to step into your.
Shes a brilliant woman of god and this stirring novel will reach so many hearts. Serita jakes talks about her new novel the crossing youtube. A novel a novel by serita ann jakes available from rakuten kobo. I immediately jotted down the title and went to my my libraries online service to place a book hold that very day. Written by serita ann jakes, audiobook narrated by april parkerjones, ann marie lee. Jakes encourages you through his own experiences to trust god through lifes difficult setbacks. Digital audiobook 952011 hardcover, large print 312012. Contact all american speakers bureau to inquire about speaking fees and availability, and book the best keynote speaker for your next event. An amazing story of hope, loss, and the unconditional love that brings us back to god, serita jakes has created a meaningful novel that tears at your heart while. This book will impact, and may even, save your life. Serita ann jakes books list of books by author serita. While i enjoyed the book, i felt that the christian message of the story could have been stronger. The format here follows each chapter of the book with additional insight, questions for spiritual reflection, and exercises.
At the time, claudia campbell was the beautiful head cheerleader, a hopeful girl. The crossing tells the story of how ptsd impacts the lives of two texas students who witness the. I have read only a few of bishop jakes books and this one was far different than any of the others. The crossing is the first novel by serita jakes, the wife of bishop t. It has love, loss, truth, friendship and high drama. Lately ive been looking to expose the sin in my life. Serita jakes, first lady of the potters house megachurch in dallas, where her husband, t. This funny new years prayer might sound somewhat familiar. The crossing is a novel that is written by serita jakes. Neighbors wave as you drive in to your beautiful residential community of town homes and ranches. On the way home from a football game, a decade earlier, a masked gunman opened fire on a texas school bus. Serita jakes the crossing is so much more than you expect. These are just a few words to describe serita jakes novel the crossing.