| Mother, former foster child and author Shae Cooke shares her heart and humour with a global audience. As a co-author, ghostwriter, and contributing author, her works appear in many books and articles in both secular and non secular markets. Shae works closely with international ministry and marketplace leaders, and entertainers, writers, and publishers to inspire people into the excellence of their callings. She is also author of the new Single Parent Guide series, with the first book, The Single Parent Guide to Raising Godly Children set to hit the shelves September 2010. To schedule an interview, or to book a writing or speaking gig, please visit the contact page. |
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Pina Coladas and the Pearly Gates
My groovy girlfriends and I attempt to uncork the truth concerning Christians and alcohol consumption in the fourth book of our Powder Room Series, "Pina Coladas and the Pearly Gates," in our usual bubbly way. With our hearts on our sleeves, we mine the depths of the Bible, examine historical data and stats, and search our hearts, consciences, experiences, victories and regrets for the answer to: "Is it OK for Christians to drink?" This is an excellent book for group study! Pina Coladas and the Pearly Gates is available in bookstores and in online bookstores now. If you order any book in the Powder Room Series, please send me a copy of the receipt, and I'll send you an autographed plate for each book you order.
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Reflections on 90 Minutes In Heaven
A Topical Discussion by Women from Different Walks of Life
Destiny Image Publishers
Authors: Shae Cooke, Tammy Fitzgerald, Donna Scuderi, Angela R. Shears |
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This devotion is published and printed in A Cup of Comfort Devotions, available in Bookstores now. Please visit the "Shae's Works" link for details.
"Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised." Proverbs 31:30
"Oh, she's so ugly," I overheard an office associate say, as Maria, a volunteer, passed by.
I wondered how anyone could be unaware of Maria's beauty. Maria, who had become my friend, never seemed ugly to me. She touched everyone she met, including me, with her tenderness and warmth, with her time, caring, and bubbly personality. She often gave unexpected hugs, cards of encouragement, and motherly love notes--even to strangers. She had an effervescent personality and the most beautiful smile I'd ever seen.
People see the scars, the protruding teeth, the droopy eye, and the thin frame. God sees the whole person. Although our bodies die and wither, the beauty of our soul continues to shine and grow regardless of our outward appearance.
Maria died recently. I am sure she received God's wholehearted and unconditional approval as she entered into His presence.
Inward beauty is a gift from God.
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