| 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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Superficial Wounds, Deep Scars
by Shae Cooke
Published by: Cup of Comfort Devotional, Daily Reminders of God's Love and Grace
"Gentle words bring life and health;
a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit." Proverbs 15:4
"Mom!" yelled my (then) six-year-old son. "The paper cut me, get a bandage--quick . . . it stings!" I surveyed the finger but all I saw was a tiny cut. His pain seemed out of proportion to the injury.
"Owwwwwwwies, make the hurt stop, Mommy!" I washed his hand under cold water, gave it the mandatory mommy kiss, and dried his tears.
Shallow paper cuts on fingers often hurt worse than deeper ones because the hand has numerous nerve endings close to the skin's surface. Small, thoughtless remarks are just like paper cuts. Although they may seem superficial, they can cause much pain, especially to children and loved ones who trust us to be kind. Words are powerful. They can either cut like a sharp razor or act as a salve to a wounded spirit.
We have to put our brains and hearts in gear before putting our tongues in action. the wrong words produce deep scars--kind ones heal and encourage.
Kind words heal and encourage
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