The Teacher (Amish Country Brides) Page 13
Wow, what a difficult subject to tackle. Our society has changed so much in the last few decades. Sometimes, it is hard to know what to do or where to stand, especially when cultural norms conflict with our conscience.
Things that the majority of society once felt were wrong are now labeled right. If you stand for the Truth, persecution is almost a guarantee. What’s a Christian to do?
Let me just say that God and His Word are unchanging.
God’s Word says in Isaiah 5:20, “Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!”
As the world grows darker, we must shine brighter. We must not compromise. We know Who wins the battle in the end.
In light of this book’s subject, I’d like to recommend a resource that I have found valuable. It’s a book by Joe Dallas called When Homosexuality Hits Home (What to do when a loved one says, “I’m gay”). The author, Joe Dallas, has been on both sides of the issue in a very real way. He tackles issues/circumstances that will help every Christian, I believe.
I also encourage you to read the book of Romans (Holy Bible, KJV), as it is, as Sammy said, “Chock-full of gut stuff.”
Remember above all, God is love. He accepts us just the way we are, but He loves us too much to leave us that way. Do you recall what Jesus said to the woman caught in adultery? He didn’t condone her sin, but demonstrated what love looks like. He said, “Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.”
Let’s stand firm in these last days.
I’ll leave you with this verse from First Corinthians 15:58. “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.”
Blessings in Christ,
Jennifer Spredemann
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Martha Miller and Jaden Beachy have a friendship through letter writing. Have you ever had a pen pal? If so, how long did the letter-writing relationship last?
2. Have you ever been a party to a long-distance relationship?
3. Martha enjoys baking her delicious coffee cake. Do you have a favorite recipe? Does it hold special significance?
4. Jaden is excited to move and begin a new job. Have you ever had to relocate for a job?
5. Have you ever had a surprise visit from a friend or loved one?
6. Jaden is fearful to share his secret with others, lest they judge him. Have you ever kept a secret for the same reason?
7. Josiah tries to be an encouragement to his brother, but can’t seem to break through his barriers. Do you have a sibling you can talk openly with?
8. Sammy understands the need for secrecy and is a friend to many. Do you have a secret keeper you can trust?
9. When Jaden shares his struggles with Sammy, the older man gives him sometimes-tough, honest answers. Do you prefer straightforward answers or would you rather have answers be sugar-coated?
10. God works out everything for good for the characters in this book. Have you ever seen God turn one of your messes into a message?
A SPECIAL THANK YOU
Thank you to star reader Sandy Seals, who suggested the name Titus. His book is next in line!
I’d like to take this time to thank everyone that had any involvement in this book and its production, including my Mom and Dad, who have always been supportive of my writing, my longsuffering Family—especially my handsome, encouraging Hubby, my Amish and former-Amish friends who have helped immensely in my understanding of the Amish ways, my supportive Pastor and Church family, my Proofreaders, my Editor, my CIA Facebook author friends who have been a tremendous help, my wonderful Readers who buy, read, offer great input, and leave encouraging reviews and emails, my awesome Launch Team who, I’m confident, will ‘Sprede the Word’ about The Teacher! And last, but certainly not least, I’d like to thank my Precious LORD and SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST, for without Him, none of this would have been possible!
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