Download or read book Second Chances Worthy of Redemption written by Kollin L. Taylor and published by Author House. This book was released on 2014-03 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Second Chances: Worthy of Redemption is the follow-up to Humble Pie: A Gift from God. Anyone who has truly lived has probably made at least one mistake. In some cases, the mistake is something one has to learn to live with for the rest of one's life. If this blemish on one's life's record doesn't result in public humiliation, it can at least serve as a thorn in one's side to help keep the person humble. Even when we forget and move beyond our transgressions, others will occasionally appear to remind us, and, in some cases, try to define us by who we were or by what we did or what was done to us. Second Chances: Worthy of Redemption is about those of us who have made mistakes. Since we can't undo the past that added an imperfection or two to our lives, we have to learn and grow from our experiences and do our best to continue living without repeating our transgressions. It is said that we never get a second chance to make a first impression, but we always have a chance to make a lasting impression. Connect with the author on Facebook at https: //www.facebook.com/KollinLTaylor

Download or read book Second Chances written by Craig Grossi and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of the heartwarming Craig and Fred tells the deeply emotional and inspiring story of the next phase of their lives together: working closely with prison inmates in Maine who raise and train puppies to become service dogs. Former US Marine Craig Grossi and his dog Fred appeared on the "Today Show' and 'Rachael Ray', and in schools, bookstores, and military bases across America as they told the uplifting story of how Craig found Fred, a stray, while serving in Afghanistan--and brought him home. During their travels, Craig was invited to speak at Maine State Prison—the penitentiary that inspired Stephen King’s famous “Shawshank.” While there, he met a group of very special inmates, participants in a program run by the non-profit America’s Vet Dogs. Craig discovered that many of the prisoners are veterans—former soldiers serving their country in an entirely different way: by transforming purebred Labrador Retrievers from floppy puppies into indispensable companions for disabled vets. These service dogs literally and figuratively open doors for men and women, offering hope and a renewed sense of freedom. Yet these disabled vets are not the only lives changed by these dogs. The inmates who train them “are given a purpose, they’re given experience, and most importantly they’re given a sense of self-worth,” Craig explains. “The men at Maine State are given a second chance—something that I believe everyone deserves.” For Craig, the visit had a profound impact. “There was something special going on inside its walls and it was calling out to me. I quickly realized that the program and its men had something to show the world.” In this emotionally powerful book, he introduces these men and challenges us to look deeper, to see them as human beings deserving of a new shot at life. “We’re quick to give second chances to celebrities, politicians and famous athletes when they screw up,” Craig reminds us, “but when it comes to those who’ve been convicted for their mistakes, we too often dismiss them as forever lost.” Second Chances poignantly shows that no life is irredeemable and that each of us can make a difference if given the opportunity.

Download or read book Second Chances written by William Umansky and published by Higherlife Development Service. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrate the resilience of the human spirit through the stories of everydayspeople whose ordeals allowed them to experience first-hand the healing powersof second chances.sMeet Vanessa-a teenage runaway who turns to a life of prostitution but finds herway back home. Discover mothers reunited with daughters, daughters reunitedswith fathers, and a drug dealer who befriends a priest and finds the couragesto start his life over again. Learn that forgiveness-even between a mother and the man who killed her son-is truly possible. See how one person's life can positively impact and change the pathway for another. In this powerful collection of stories, you will find hope, peace of mind, and proof that whatever the circumstances may be in your life, it is never too late for a fresh start at life.

Download or read book Second Chance written by Ayomide Akinmusere and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-07-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Second Chances: A Journey of Love and Redemption" takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster as they delve into the captivating story of Festus and Victoria. This preview showcases the highs and lows of their tumultuous relationship, from the devastating event that shattered their marriage to their chance encounter and the subsequent struggles they face in rebuilding their bond. Readers will witness Festus and Victoria's individual journeys of self-discovery, as they confront deep-rooted resentments, regrets, and emotional scars. They will follow the couple's tentative steps toward rekindling their connection, marked by sparks of hope and the gradual rebuilding of trust. The story explores the complexities of forgiveness, the challenges of navigating external pressures, conflicting emotions, and the temptation to fall back into old patterns. But amidst the obstacles, Festus and Victoria's determination to embrace the future and their newfound appreciation for their second chance at love shine through. This preview sets the stage for a heartfelt and inspiring tale of growth, personal transformation, and the enduring power of love. Readers will be captivated by the ups and downs, rooting for Festus and Victoria as they navigate their way towards a brighter future filled with hope, healing, and the promise of a love that has been tested and strengthened.

Download or read book Redemption s Embrace written by Sophia Atkins and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-06-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a captivating romance novel that explores the themes of love, forgiveness, and second chances. The story follows the characters of Saint and Rose as they reconnect after a significant breakup and separation. Through their journey of healing, they confront past mistakes, unveil secrets, and rebuild trust. The novel combines passionate and sensual moments with emotional depth, ultimately culminating in a triumphant ending where love triumphs. It offers readers a powerful and satisfying romantic experience.

Download or read book You Rise Glorious written by Mike Foster and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2016-09-20 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A powerful message of hope for anyone burdened by shame and for everyone who longs for a fresh, passionate, and fierce life. Now in convenient trade paperback and featuring a bonus section for guided reflection. This retitled edition of People of the Second Chance centers on HOPE. Every fierce and free life starts with that at the core. And every reader longs for a passionate and unstoppable spirit. This book will equip the reader to fight for hope and victory for others and also themselves. Foster's examination of hope is one part challenge, two parts encouragement. He forces the reader to ask the following questions: How did I lose it? How do I get? How do I give it? Each question is broken down into core concepts that are essential to a life devoted to the power of fierce and free living: awareness, discovery, ownership, forgiveness, acceptance, and freedom.

Download or read book Second Chance At Love written by Shirley Quiring Mozena and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-15 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether your marriage was blissful or challenging, lengthy or short, it didn't end the way you imagined. Regardless of how you found yourself without a life partner, you may be at a point where you'd like to experience the love of a spouse again. Authors Shirley and Jim Mozena experienced devastating losses and then struggles in their relationships before finding renewed love with each other, and in Second Chance at Love they offer their insights to these difficult questions: Are you really ready? Is now the time? How do you know if you've found the right one? Is the potential pain of losing another spouse worth it? The authors approach their answers with practical reality and their own vulnerability. They share the experiences of their first marriages, their second marriages, their journeys through what seemed like devastating losses, and the gifts of finding love and another chance to share their lives with a spouse after death and divorce. In addition to the down-to-earth guidance on the situations you face when considering marrying again, Shirley and Jim have created valuable questionnaires to identify issues and facilitate discussions with potential mates. The information contained in this book will give you confidence and peace as you navigate these hopeful waters.

Download or read book The Second Chance Club written by Jason Hardy and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A former parole officer shines a bright light on a huge yet hidden part of our justice system through the intertwining stories of seven parolees striving to survive the chaos that awaits them after prison in this illuminating and dramatic book. Prompted by a dead-end retail job and a vague desire to increase the amount of justice in his hometown, Jason Hardy became a parole officer in New Orleans at the worst possible moment. Louisiana’s incarceration rates were the highest in the US and his department’s caseload had just been increased to 220 “offenders” per parole officer, whereas the national average is around 100. Almost immediately, he discovered that the biggest problem with our prison system is what we do—and don’t do—when people get out of prison. Deprived of social support and jobs, these former convicts are often worse off than when they first entered prison and Hardy dramatizes their dilemmas with empathy and grace. He’s given unique access to their lives and a growing recognition of their struggles and takes on his job with the hope that he can change people’s fates—but he quickly learns otherwise. The best Hardy and his colleagues can do is watch out for impending disaster and help clean up the mess left behind. But he finds that some of his charges can muster the miraculous power to save themselves. By following these heroes, he both stokes our hope and fuels our outrage by showing us how most offenders, even those with the best intentions, end up back in prison—or dead—because the system systematically fails them. Our focus should be, he argues, to give offenders the tools they need to re-enter society which is not only humane but also vastly cheaper for taxpayers. As immersive and dramatic as Evicted and as revelatory as The New Jim Crow, The Second Chance Club shows us how to solve the cruelest problems prisons create for offenders and society at large.

Download or read book Paradise Found written by Mary Campisi and published by Mary Campisi Books, LLC. This book was released on 2012-12-08 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sometimes we’re lucky enough to get that second chance – in life and in love. That Second Chance Series are stand-alone stories of strong women who battle heartache and loss with a courage and determination to find new paths and true love. What ties them together? A common theme: belief in the beauty of that second chance. Paradise Found is Book Four of That Second Chance Series. How does one see truly—with the heart or with the eyes? Matt Brandon has it all—wealth, power, looks, and talent. Women want him; men want to be like him. When a freak ski accident strips him of one of life’s most basic needs—his sight—he struggles to accept the possibility that his blindness may be permanent. Enter psychologist Sara Hamilton, a woman who has known her own share of grief and loss and may just be the one person who can help Matt redefine his new world. Sara is every woman’s woman—she’s not a toothpick or a Cosmo girl, has never been prom queen, or dated the blond-haired god with the big white teeth. She’s honest and decent and real…and lives on the perimeter, applauding her patients’ successes, nursing them through their failures, but never acknowledging or accepting what she lacks in her own life. She’s loved and lost once and has been so emotionally scarred, she’s not willing to risk those feelings again. Of course, she’s never met a man like Matt Brandon. As Matt and Sara explore the delicate balance between “blind” trust and hope, they will discover that sometimes you have to lose everything to find what you are truly looking for… That Second Chance Series:Book One: Pulling Home (Also prequel to A Family Affair: The Promise)Book Two: The Way They Were (Also prequel to A Family Affair: The Secret)Book Three: Simple Riches (Also prequel to A Family Affair: Winter)Book Four: Paradise FoundBook Five: Not Your Everyday HousewifeBook Six: The Butterfly Garden

Download or read book Miller s Children written by James Garbarino and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2018-02-27 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Miller's Children is a comprehensive look at the consequences of the US Supreme Court's decision in the case of Miller v. Alabama, which outlawed mandatory life-without-parole sentences for juvenile murderers. This book describes the author's fieldwork as a psychological expert witness in more than forty resentencing cases of juveniles affected by the Miller decision (and follow-up rulings), providing a wide-ranging review of research on human development in adolescence and early adulthood. It focuses on how and why convicted teenage murderers have been able to accomplish dramatic rehabilitation and transformation, emphasizing the role of spiritual development, education, reflection, and mentoring in that process."--Provided by publisher.

Download or read book An Act of Redemption written by K. C. Lynn and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-07-25 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She saw in him what no one else could see. He found in her what he could never find. One moment changed everything but, even with a break in time, their connection could never be severed. In the beginning he may have been her salvation, but in the end she will be his redemption. *** This is Book One in the Acts Of Honor series, the spin-off series to Men Of Honor. It's Anna and Logan's story and is told in dual POV, has an HEA with no cliffhanger and it can be read as a standalone. However, I highly recommend that you read the Men Of Honor series prior, as characters play recurring roles in both series. Warning: Due to mature subject matter, such as explicit sexual situations and coarse language, this story is not suitable for anyone under the age of 18.

Download or read book Road To Redemption written by 3 Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-07 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do second chances count when it's your heart that's on the line?Raymond sold his soul to protect the only woman he's ever loved. The consequences of his actions leading him down a path of absolute destruction.Mina vowed she'd never love nor need a man ever again. A self-made business success and single mother, her life is up ended when her past returns.Dangerous forces are at play and everyone's safety is at stake when poachers threaten all she's worked so hard to achieve, labelling those closest to Mina as suspect.Will Ray truly be able to take the redemption handed to him and make it work, or will Mina lose her heart and possibly her life to the only man she's ever loved, a second time?

Download or read book Second Chances written by Alice Adams and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2011-06-08 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Alice Adams turns dreams and moments, the stuff of memories, inside out and makes of them beautiful, haunting, bittersweet tales.” --Publishers Weekly Second Chances, perhaps Alice Adams most accomplished novel, is a rich, moving, and beautifully drawn portrait of six women and men, friends for years, who suddenly, and with amazement, find themselves growing old. They live in a beautiful small California town called San Sebastian, and they see each other almost daily-- Dudley and Sam Venable; Edward Crane and his younger lover, Freddy Fuentes; the widowed Celeste Timberlake; the eccentric, secretive Polly Blake. With generosity and humor and remarkable insight, Adams takes us into rich emotional territory in a novel that evokes the ways in which people continually astonish themselves, at any age, with their capacity for wonder and change.

Download or read book Breakthrough written by Kollin L. Taylor and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2014-12-26 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breakthrough: When Jesus Sets You Free is about that moment in time when your struggles come to an end as the Lord stops the breakdowns and gives you a life changing breakthrough. Thats the moment when your tears of sadness become tears of joy. One thing about a breakthrough is that regardless of what you went through, to include how long you had to wait for it, once it happens, it changes your life, forever. When Jesus sets you free, you are free indeed. Breakthrough: When Jesus Sets You Free is reminder to thank the Lord God as you graciously celebrate lifes victories and to glorify His name by being a blessing to others when you receive a blessing from the Lord. Connect with the author Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KollinLTaylor Twitter: @KollinLTaylor

Download or read book Beautiful Redemption A Limited Edition Collection of Second Chance Romances written by Stephanie Morris and published by Carnal Imprint Publishing . This book was released on with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when your past comes knocking on your door? Sometimes love is that magical feeling of butterflies fluttering in your stomach when you see that special someone, and sometimes it’s clenched jaws when you remember the pain that they tattooed onto your heart. Second chances don’t always come easily, but when they do, it can be a beautiful redemption. Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride with this collection of second chance love stories that will leave you breathless and begging for more. If you love happy ever afters, be sure to one-click this amazing collection TODAY! Including Stories from: Stephanie Morris - USA Today bestselling author Jeanne Bannon - USA Today best selling author Krista Ames - USA Today Bestselling Author JoMarie DeGioia Allyson R Abbott Roxy Wilson K.L. Shandwick Lisa Wood Katia Kozar Nikki Prince Tessa DeVante Vic Leigh Sylvie Grayson Abigail Sharpe

Download or read book Crime Second Chances and Human Services written by Fonkem Achankeng and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-04-03 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book promotes the notion of second chances and the importance of human services within the communities most affected by crime and the criminal justice system. Recognition of the fallibility of humans and the necessity of redemption is the first step to change our attitude toward guilt and punishment. Barring citizens with criminal records from obtaining housing, employment, education, and public benefits like Medicaid and food stamps is not only unjust but unproductive for a human society. The contributors to this volume argue that second chances are a foundational principle of the human services field.

Download or read book Worthy of Redemption written by L. D. Davis and published by L D Davis. This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this sequel to the New York Times Best Seller Accidentally On Purpose, Kyle Sterling must live with his devastating actions that caused him to lose the love of his life. Conditioned by a life of tribulation starting from when he was a small child, Kyle loses all hope that he can ever deserve happiness again. Lily's heart was broken first by a tragic loss and then by the two people she cared about most in the world. After tragedy strikes again, Lily's entire world is shaken and begins to crumble piece by piece. Lily hides her heartache and secrets behind a wall of colorful hair, piercings, tattoos and a style and attitude that is all her own. When Lily is forced to take a position at Sterling Corporation working closely with Kyle, the pair quickly clash. Kyle's dick-like behavior is at an ultimate high, but Lily challenges him at every turn. Despite his personal objections regarding Lily, her background, and her appearance, Kyle is unable to deny the building chemistry between him and the little irritating "barmaid." Despite his dick-like disposition and violent past, Lily fights to prove to Kyle that he is worthy - of being loved, and worthy of redemption, but Kyle is afraid of repeating history and he can't let go of his past... ...And maybe a very important someone from his past isn't ready to let go yet either...