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John Spencer was a new second lieutenant in 2003 when he parachuted into Iraq leading a platoon of infantry soldiers into battle. During that combat tour he learned how important unit cohesion was to surviving a war, both physically and mentally. He observed that this cohesion developed as the soldiers experienced the horrors of combat as a group. In Connected Soldiers, Spencer delivers lessons learned about effective methods for building teams in a way that overcomes the distractions of home and the outside world, without reducing the benefits gained from connections to family.

Many Christian leaders are content to tell you what they think you want to hear. But what if what you want and need most is being sidestepped? Even when unpopular, Jesus didn't just acknowledge spiritual realities many prefer to sidestep, He also spelled out the life-changing solution (and it's simpler than we’ve been led to believe). Avoiding the real problem only enables it to get worse, not better. Ironically, what we’ve been told we aren't allowed to talk about is what Jesus tackled head-on.

"Sound Doctrine II" is a book that focuses on the importance of understanding and adhering to traditional Christian teachings and beliefs. It emphasizes the need for Christians to have a solid foundation in the fundamentals of their faith in order to effectively live out their beliefs and share them with others.

Generational curses are one of Satan’s weapons of mass destruction, and this book tackles some of the most prevalent—including vanity, gluttony, slothfulness, racism, dysfunction, dishonor, legalism, procrastination, homosexuality, and personality disorders.

“The Boots Rain” was born as a poem and remains so in this newly minted Book One of Kelly Anne Manuel’s Rainbow’s End Series. In this story the Child is invited on a journey to experience an entirely new event that the narrator is so eager to share. The narrator describes this fictitious occurrence with such wonder, amazement and vigor, that the Child will naturally join in for the fun.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where packing an imaginary suit case brings new meaning and adventure. It is a game for the child to engage in with “Pretend” as a character who is always available to join them. “The Case Suit” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will be invited to investigate what the narrator chooses to pack and travel with to any destination imagination can create. The destination is open-ended so the child will participate with curiosity and play.

In this story the child is invited on a penny day outing. A penny day outing is all about how many fabulous and fun items can be purchased for one-hundred pennies. The child will engage naturally as the narrator shares ideas of how many choices there are for the cost of one-hundred pennies. "The Penny Day Outing” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will be invited to collect and count coins. This is a opportunity for teaching through entertainment on numerous levels.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to experience an everyday item in a new and exciting way. The item is the wheel and it is shown in a light that will encourage the child to play creatively with anything that has them attached. "The Skate Free” offers a standing invitation to the child. Journey to the tail of a rainbow's end and see what fantastical adventures await. In "The Skate Free" the child will experience a place where wheels are celebrated and enjoyed for the wonderful invention that they are.

In this story the child is invited to experience their sleep-time ritual with the comfort of Nature nearby. It is a remarkable combination of relaxation yet imagination igniting prose. “The World Small” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that no matter where they are on the planet, Nature has common elements. She is always available for discovery and wonder. In the story Nature is personified as a unifying presence to our planet.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where honest discourse and communication result in clarity. The child and the main character, Art Fine, get to know each other in the story. The child's observations are voiced and received while Art Fine does the same. "My Name Is Art Fine" begins with a child who is curious about who they are encountering. It becomes clear that the child has questions regarding the information being shared.

In this story the child is invited on a journey into Nature where a discovery is made with the help of the Animal Kingdom and a joyful celebration results. The child is curious and Nature, as in real life, does not disappoint. “My Name Is Light” begins with a child in the great outdoors who notices something bright in their vision. The child takes the opportunity to interact with a feeling of “light.”

In this story the child is invited to experience their mornings in a unique and beautiful way. The optimism that the story presents is practical as well as heart-warming. "The Morning Good" offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that every morning is a fresh new day, with unlimited adventures to embrace. It has a rhythm which encourages the child to look upon each morning as special.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to the Arctic where the Animal Kingdom there enhances the adventure. The child will naturally engage with the immediate introduction to the main character, Teddy. “The Bear Teddy” offers a standing invitation to the Child. The Child will observe that there is inspiration to be found in the natural world around them and in far-off distant lands.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to a town where there is a last snow. The season of winter is fully embraced as a strong element to demonstrate the natural occurrences of endings and beginnings. This book is designed to support the child who is learning how to cope with the emotions that accompany endings. "The Snow Last” offers a standing invitation to the child. Journey to the tail of a rainbow's end and see what seasonal adventures await. In "The Snow Last" the child will experience a place where an end is a reality.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where blocks are the destination. Block play is such an incredible opportunity for children to learn on so many levels that the author felt a book dedicated just to them was important. “The Blocks Building” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will be invited to explore why blocks are so engaging and perfect for the world of pretend. Block play is about freedom of thought, choice, and unknown outcomes.

In this story the child is invited on a journey to meet a mythical creature named the Need Gnome. The child will engage immediately with the narrator who introduces this unique and mysterious main character. “THE NEED GNOME” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that this character represents a safe space where stating needs is not only accepted but encouraged. This is a story for all times of the day because its theme is a supportive one.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where inner strength reigns supreme and shines through all fear, doubt, and concern. “The There Barely” offers a standing invitation to the child. The hunt is the beginning of an adventure that the child will naturally join in pursuit. The Child will be fascinated with the opportunity to see themselves as the strong, independent and fierce individual that they are. The child will learn that there is always hope, light, and support for them in their own internal Self.

In this story the child is invited on a journey into the galaxy where wonders never cease. This is a galaxy where love, acceptance, and unconditional support reign supreme. “THE FAMILY STAR” offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that they are always in good company as Stars are personified in a unique and brilliant way. It is a fascinating opportunity to look upon a galaxy of stars in their seemingly infinite number and feel comforted by their resilience and tenacity.

In this story the child is invited on a journey where the narrator must find courage to take on a new challenge. The Animal Kingdom characters of Bravery and Bolder are called in to assist and model strength for the child. "The Away Cast” plays on the meanings of the word "cast." It is used as term for the cast of a play and also as a to examine the idea of the fear related to being "cast out." The story unfolds with the narrator auditioning for a play even though it creates some anxiety and discomfort.

In this story the child is invited on a journey into space when the narrator is unable to sleep during the night. An interesting character known as the Tinker Sleep is introduced towards the end of the book and has been created to personify slumber. "The Tinker Sleep" offers a standing invitation to the child. The child will learn that if their sleep is interrupted, just writing it down on paper can be helpful. They can use a journal, diary, notebook or pad as a temporary tool to find their way back to sleep.