Typically, when we say that we are taking a "walk," there is no confusion about what actions will ensue. On the other hand, when we throw faith into the mix, a variation of thoughts come to mind. The Walk of Faith-Triumph in Troubled Times is a book of short stories that also contains a few life coaching tools. Together, they enable the reader to Faith Forward. It is in understanding that faith is an action in which we can approach life step-by-step-even if in blood, sweat, or tears-toward confident victory. Faith is about prayer, hope, love, trust, forgiveness, peace, and the joy of a heart turned toward God. Faith is about accepting that grace through Jesus Christ, who paid the price for us, is a free gift to those who believe. This grace, which supports faith, is the power of the Holy Spirit within us to easily do what we by our own strength cannot do. Grace is God's power flowing from heaven's throne toward us, not only to save us with the giving of eternal life, but to enable us to live in close fellowship with Him. Hence, our faith walk brings about an ease that produces rest and contentment from the Word of God, Who promises us His full attention: "Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you."-Deuteronomy 31:6, New King James VersionThere are always going to be mountains that we want to move, and there will always be uphill battles that we feel like we're losing. The point is not to measure, or focus on, how fast we get there, or marvel about what's waiting for us on the other side. Our Walk of Faith is all about the journey-the steps of a journey ordered by body, mind, and spirit connections. The faith steps on a journey are the culmination of the people we meet, the things we learn, and the places we go along the way. Triumph in Troubled Times is a reflection of how our faith can work things out...in spite of the circumstances we face. Faith Forward!Gayle
About the Author: Gayle Smith is an Educational Consultant, Life Coach, and the CEO of Essentials For Change. Her education career of 30+ years (now retired) has touched educational facilities as a teacher, administrator, consultant, and adjunct lecturer, and community organizations as a volunteer, organizer, and executive director. Her passion for advocacy to create, maintain, or increase the quality of life for people and factor in lifelong initiatives is apparent throughout her career. Gayle became a certified life coach in 2007 with the Certified Coaching Federation. When supporting others, she found deep correlations between body and spirit in formulating new life directions. Her approach incorporates education, inspiration, and organization to facilitate positive change, and she primarily works with women. Together, coach and client create an expectancy of purpose and destiny where the learning and practicing of skills uncover the secrets to soar. Essentials For Change is where coaching philosophies and education empowerment strategies combine to inspire women to invest in themselves by promoting spiritual peace, self-esteem, resiliency, and strong voices, enabling women to be healthy and whole, with lives reflecting their authentic selves. This endorsement of self-definition by the Spirit within is the foundation on which women can gain an edge in maintaining stronger families, improving relationships, building competitive businesses, or serving the community. The main component is the 'process' it takes to walk out the steps of putting goals into action. Here is where coaching is invaluable-a link to what's inside coming out and being projected into user-friendly objectives." Gayle's body, mind, and spirit philosophy is credited with remarkable improvements and reversals of illness and increased awareness of healthy lifestyles. Her workshops, classes, online courses, and discussions all deliver points of interest that allow others to find their place of "wellness," be it personally or professionally. Her compassion for people is evidenced in her Faith Forward resources that reach and teach people about walking in faith and wellness. Gayle says, "It is body, mind, and spirit connections that create change." The Faith Forward, Series is a testimony of Gayle's struggles to find herself and the faith that brought her through as she learned to trust God more fully.