Hello my friends,
Well, Thanksgiving is history, and we are fast approaching Christmas. Soon we will be celebrating a New Year. What will 2025 be like?
Some folks say that 2025 will usher in WWIII. Others tell me they believe it will bring the rapture of the church and the end of all things. Still others believe it will be a so/so year like those that came before it. I guess we will just have to live it out and see for ourselves.
Book Sponsors Needed
I know that Marinelli Christian Books will continue, God willing. I already have five books ready to publish. However, we are out of available funds. We are waiting for a move of God to bring in what is needed. I am looking for sponsors. If you are interested, let me know. The sponsorship is $350 and you get a photo and bio (1-Page) in the book and a banner on the cover that says “Sponsored by your name. You also get 10 printed books and can buy more at wholesale pricing, which is a fraction of the retail cost. (eMail me at johnmarinelli@embarqmail.com with our name and phone number and I will call you.)
Animal Rescue Fundraiser
I am involved in my wife’s animal rescue efforts. We are helping raise money for Open Hands Animal Rescue and my wife’s not-profit, Have A Heart For Companion Animals, Inc. We are producing the Johnny Mello Show and Dance at the Silver Springs Shores Community Center in Ocala.
The show is a Doo Wop, Country & Rock N Roll show with six singers, door prizes, 50/50 cash drawing, Basket Raffles, Line Dancing and more. The cost is $15 per person and you can bring your own snacks and refreshments. Doors open at 6 pm, show time is 7-10 pm, and the date is Saturday January 11th 2025.
I attached a flier but not sure it will go through when I email to my full list. If you do not get it, email me and I will send it in a private eMail. Tickets can be obtained at the community center or by calling me direct at 352-687-1776. (Table RSVP of eight can also be reserved by calling me. Please come and support this worthy cause or maybe drop a check in the mail as a donation made out to Have A Head to P. O. Box 831413 Ocala Fl. 34483.
I have a new book, the last one of 2024. It is “The Mystery of The Looking Glass” It is a Bible teaching on the search for the mystery hidden from view for century but clearly revealed in these last days. I discuss the metaphors of the Vail, the “Looking Glass” and bring to light the coronation between the Law of Moses and the Gospel of Grace.
He will also discuss the ever changing you, Jesus pictured in the looking glass, the idea of applied crucifixion and other theological concepts germane to discipleship. You can buy it from my discount catalog that can be downloaded from my website, www.marrineellicchristianbooks.com.
Christmas Every Day
Please check out my December Blog. I did send it to you already, but if you did not see it or lost it, it is worth your time to read it. It is not very long but is an interesting subject. It is also on the website under Blogs.
New Reading Room
I just established a new section on my website for a free “Reading Room.” I am adding short stories and articles of interest that can be read, copied, and passed along to others. It is worth your review.
My Special Poem
Wise Men Still Seek Him
Wise men still seek Him
Who appeared so long ago.
They come now by grace
Through faithful hearts aglow
Wise men still seek Him,
For He is their “Bread of Life”
A sustaining inner strength
Through times of sorrow or strife.
Wise men still seek Him
The Christ of Calvary
God’s only begotten Son
Crucified as sin’s penalty.
Wise men still seek Him,
Jesus, God in human array.
King of Kings and Lord of Lords,
Born to Earth on Christmas Day.
John Marinelli, Author
Well, that is it for this year. Hope you have a great Christmas and a very happy New Year.
Blessing
John Marinelli, Author & Poet
Marinellichristianbooks.com