Kindness

I think that the word "kind" is one of the most powerful words in the English language. When you hear that word what other words come to mind:
thoughtful
selfless
gentle
sweet
peaceful
good
precious
Powerful

What! "Powerful"??? Yes, to be kind is a powerful thing. It shuts the mouths of angry people. "A soft answers turns away wrath." People blink when harsh words are met with gentle remarks.
I have been on a quest for several months now to make myself aware of the kindness of God to me every day. I know about the big things like Salvation, healing and other monumental attributes to the kindness of God. But...what about the little touches of his hand everyday.

It reminds me of kissing my grandkids on the forehead for no real reason except that I love them. I remember being very discouraged one morning while going to work. I headed up the windy road to the highway and right before my eyes was the most perfect sunrise I have ever seen in my life.

I took it! Yes, it didn't belong to anyone else but me. It was God kissing me on the forehead and telling me that the day would turn out ok.
I urge you to look for the kindnesses of God throughout your day. It makes for a happier life.

I would like to introduce you to an author friend of mine, Jed Wright.

1. What is your name and the title of your book(s)?
Jed Wright Wake Up, O Sleeper

2. What is one thing you think your readers would like to know about you?
When the next book will be out?

3. When did you know that you wanted to become a writer?
High school in English class

4. What are your strong points in your writing style or methods?
descriptive and easy to read

5. Are you a reader?
yes

6. What are you reading right now?
Anna Karenina by Tolstoy

7. Do you have another book that you are working on and hasn't been submitted for publication? Tell about it.
the sequel to my first book
8. What are your biggest obstacles to writing and how do you overcome them?
too busy

9. Please put a description of each of your books here. (back matter is ok)
Jack Wilson found himself riding in the back of a pickup truck wondering how everything could have gone so wrong. He looked up the road and caught a glimpse of the strange, enclosed city looming in the distance. His father had agreed to leave the safety of their secluded cabin in the mountains and travel hundreds of miles with him to try and find Lori. It had been over two years since he saw her last. Jack loved her desperately but had no idea how she felt toward him. They had prepared for months, planning out every detail—or so he had thought.

Now Jack’s father was dead, the plan was totally shot, and he was making it up as he went along with his life in the balance. He had four days to infiltrate the city, find Lori, and escape before he would surely be discovered and killed. He couldn’t have dreamed how the next four days and a mysterious letter from his father would forever change his life.

Wake Up, O Sleeper is a page-turning thrill ride that you won’t be able to put down. The shocking ending will leave you asking: “Am I awake or asleep?”

“Jed Wright has written an intriguing and exciting novel and…has taught some important truths about culture, love, commitment and the Christian faith.”
-Dr. Steve Brown, President, Key Life Network, Orlando, FL
"…takes you on an exciting adventure like no other with many twists and turns. It encourages and gives hope to the reader."
Aaron Small, former New York Yankees pitcher, 10-0 as a starter in 2005
“Wake Up, O Sleeper is a contagious and inspiring read.”
-Dr. Jerry Russell, Pastor Fairview UMC
10. How can readers contact you or purchase your books? Please put your website or blog here.website ishttp://jedwright.tatepublishing.net
email address is
jedwrightauthor@gmail.com