As I notice the status of our deacons today, it hurts to see their limited amount of knowledge concerning the scriptures and the office in which they hold. Divisions flood the churches today and the deacons are unaware of how to solve the problems. In many cases, they?re the ones who cause the problems and they?re unaware of it. I hope that this book will be strength to them and guide them in the ways of truth. Deacons, it's time to listen to God's word. Open up your eyes and read for yourself and pray that God will open up your understandings. Listen to the words of King David, a man after...

As chaos seems to be pledging our world, it's necessary that we continue striving to make things better. If we remain steadfast and not give up, through perseverance we will someday reach our goal. I'm thankful for those around me who gave me the urge to continue my poetic writings. This book completes my seventh book of poetry. A book I've strived diligently to complete before turning my attention to religious writings. It is my sincere desire my words of poetry will inspire the hearts of men, women, boys, and girls for generations to come.

Treasures of the Heart is a book of poems by author James Earl Smith that combines passion, love, heartache, and humor as well as life lessons in one fantastic book. You don't have to be a lover of poetry to enjoy this excellent book. James brings his prolific poetry style to this appropriately title collection that is sure to strike a chord with the reader. Open up this book and join James on a deeply emotional journey told through the beauty of poetry. Smith, James E. was born March 30, 1949 in Arkabutla Mississippi. He is a graduate, with Honors, from Tate County High School in Coldwater,...

This book is comprised of a group of skits and short plays (over 20) aimed at making people laugh. They're suitable for Christmas, Easter, Black History, and most any other occasion. Adults and children alike will enjoy the content of this book when acted out. There's no profanity or immoral scenes used. These plays are suitable for church and community use. I acknowledge and thank all the people that inspired me to write this book especially the students of my Sunday School Young adult Class. Because of them, I've been able to overcome many obstacles in life, while continuing to smile.