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Break The Box: A Message of Hope and Inspiration VOLUME ONE is a devotional like no other. It is uniquely organized to give you a word of the day to meditate on, the devotional itself, questions to contemplate, and a prayer for each day all in a two- volume set. The two-volume format (39 days and 27 days) covers all 66 books of the Bible in an easy to read format. The book(s) have a three-fold purpose: 1) to empower those who preach the Word of God to get started with a bit of exegesis; 2) to give the casual reader inspiration each day as they learn about God's Word; and 3) while reading God's Word, to become closer to The Lord and to be inspired and help the reader along their journey.
The title of the book(s) comes from a message preached by D. Michelle Stokes entitled Break The Box: Settling the Issue of Worship. As we break our box in worship, we get closer to the Lord and see Him as He is and ourselves as we really are, more clearly. The two-volume set is meant to be read consecutively in any order...i.e. you can read volume one first then volume two or vice versa. It is the author's hope and prayer that this two-volume set blesses your life and you find hope, inspiration, and enrichment in seeking The Lord and reading His Word! 
EXPERIENCING GRACE: ONE WOMAN’S YEAR LONG JOURNEY WITH GOD AFTER THE DEATH OF HER MOTHER
In the course of a year Dr. D. Michelle Stokes lost her mother, grandfather, beloved uncle, close friend and finally her head coaching job. After what had been a life of leading others, she found herself in the unfamiliar place of needing guidance herself. Throughout her healing, she managed to document her experiences in the hope that others would be able todeal with tremendous setbacks in their lives. The result is the moving “Experiencing GRACE: One Woman’s Year Long Journey With God After the Death of Her Mother” (220 Publishing). Filled with insightful anecdotes and real life experiences, the book is a great read for any suffering loss in life, from relationships, loved ones, or job, this book will encourage and uplift. |
Break The Box: A Message of Hope and Inspiration VOLUME TWO is a devotional like no other. It is uniquely organized to give you a word of the day to meditate on, the devotional itself, questions to contemplate, and a prayer for each day all in a two- volume set. The two-volume format (39 days and 27 days) covers all 66 books of the Bible in an easy to read format. The book(s) have a three-fold purpose: 1) to empower those who preach the Word of God to get started with a bit of exegesis; 2) to give the casual reader inspiration each day as they learn about God's Word; and 3) while reading God's Word, to become closer to The Lord and to be inspired and help the reader along their journey. The title of the book(s) comes from a message preached by D. Michelle Stokes entitled Break The Box: Settling the Issue of Worship. As we break our box in worship, we get closer to the Lord and see Him as He is and ourselves as we really are, more clearly. The two-volume set is meant to be read consecutively in any order...i.e. you can read volume one first then volume two or vice versa. It is the author's hope and prayer that this two-volume set blesses your life and you find hope, inspiration, and enrichment in seeking The Lord and reading His Word!
CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL: INSIDE BASKETBALL EDITION
Chicken Soup for the Soul has a slam dunk with its first sports book in years, and its first on basketball, with the Orlando Magic’s very own Pat Williams, well know author and motivational speaker. Pat has drawn on his basketball industry connections to compile great stories from on and off the court. Fans will be inspired, surprised, and amused by inside stories from well-known coaches and players, fascinating looks behind the scenes, and anecdotes from the people who make it all possible — the fans. Some interesting words of wisdom from Pat for athletes and anyone looking for motivation are included. A slam dunk for anyone interested in competitive sports. |
CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE, TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP, & BURNOUT: THE 21ST CENTURY LEADER'S PLAYBOOK FOR UNDERSTANDING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CQ, TL, & BURNOUT
This is the published work of Dr. Stokes's dissertation. Understanding the relationship between cultural intelligence, transformational leadership, and burnout is extremely important for the 21st Century leader. Leaders must be culturally sensitive in a globalized society in order to be transformational and less burned out. This book will help leaders understand how best to lead in a culturally diverse era. This research study was motivated in part by a lack of succession planning for companies, and a need for more culturally sensitive transformational leaders globally.
This is the published work of Dr. Stokes's dissertation. Understanding the relationship between cultural intelligence, transformational leadership, and burnout is extremely important for the 21st Century leader. Leaders must be culturally sensitive in a globalized society in order to be transformational and less burned out. This book will help leaders understand how best to lead in a culturally diverse era. This research study was motivated in part by a lack of succession planning for companies, and a need for more culturally sensitive transformational leaders globally.
Articles/Courses
The "Layman" who Rebuilt Jerusalem
Why did Joseph's Brothers not Recognize Him
Jesus and the Samaritan Woman as a Fresh Expression of Church
Reaching Minority Neighborhoods with Fresh Expressions
This Year, Take up Your Mantle
Many Pastors Don't Understand the Culture and it's Costing Them
If We Don't, Who Will?
Exploring the Relationship Between Cultural Intelligence, Transformational Leadership, and Burnout in Doctorate of Education Students (Doctoral Dissertation)
Understanding, Exploring, and Managing Bias and Burnout (no longer available online)
Starting a Fresh Expression of Church (On-Demand Course)
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