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E. DEWEY SMITH To Release Single ‘YOUR PRESENCE IS A GIFT’ FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2021 New Single Marks Launch of Pebble Street Records


During a major time of grief, bereavement & loss, I had to rely on God’s presence totally.

Renowned faith-leader, author, and pastor E. Dewey Smith, releases “Your Presence Is A Gift,” today under his new record label, Pebble Street Records.

The prolific teacher and Atlanta-based Senior Pastor delivers “Your Presence Is A Gift” digitally on all streaming platforms. The beautiful ballad will precede a full album due later this year. Speaking to the goodness of always having God in our life “Your Presence Is A Gift” showcases Smith’s deep, resonant vocals and establishes him as a bonafide contemporary Gospel artist

“During a major time of grief, bereavement & loss, I had to rely on God’s presence totally,” said Smith. “I have always preached about it … multiple deaths made me now live it! Now I understand that even when we have to deal with the absence of those closest to us God’s presence is a gift.”

An ardent supporter of Gospel music, Smith, has regularly given gospel artists and worship leaders from across the country a platform at The House of Hope, and he is now excited to share his music ministry. The song is the first release under the newly established Pebble Street Records, which will be home to his forthcoming debut album and future projects from the House of Hope music family. Based in Atlanta, Smith continues to build his multi-media brand that includes film, television, content production, books, and music.

“I am deeply excited to launch my label Pebble Street Records,” Smith said. “It is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream, an opportunity to pay tribute to my musical roots and also to allow other gifted people to produce music! God gets the glory.”

“Your Presence Is A Gift” is available now on all digital platforms.

About E. Dewey Smith:

Dr. E. Dewey Smith is the Senior Pastor/Teacher of The House of Hope Atlanta and The House of Hope Macon, and the new expansion, The House of Hope WestPointe, “A Global Word Church.” A proud native of Macon, Ga., he has been a minister of the gospel for 30 years. Smith received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA; graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Master of Science degree from Amridge University in Montgomery, AL; and earned his Doctor of Ministry degree from the United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH. Additionally, he was inducted into the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Board of Preachers at Morehouse College as “”Distinguished Preacher.”” Dr. Smith has served on the Board of Directors for the Morehouse School of Religion and the United Theological Seminary and Bible College in Monroe, LA. 

 

Dr. Smith is also professionally involved in media, film, and television production. He has produced media and film for over 25 years. He served as a co-host on the first daytime, a faith-based panel talk show produced by Warner Brothers in Burbank, California. 

Dr. Smith is married to the lovely former Andrea Fambro, his best friend of over 30 years. They are blessed with two sons: Kamari Elijah and Kylen Isaiah.

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A Voice Long Silenced Now Speaks Out To Share Strength With Others


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I want to encourage others that their voice deserves to be heard

Author Meghan Huston shares her story of overcoming abuse in From victim to Victory ($14.49, paperback, 9781662811340; $6.99, e-book, 9781662811357).

After suffering abuse in her youth, Huston felt that she lost her inner child. While receiving treatment for an eating disorder and trauma, she found the voice she needed to stand up to her abusers. Finally, she welcomed her inner child back to tell her story to others who need to find courage and hope.

“I want people to know there is more to life than merely surviving. I want to encourage others that their voice deserves to be heard,” said Huston.

Meghan Huston is a single mom who loves Jesus, coffee and laughing. She graduated with her bachelors in Human Services with a concentration in Counseling in 2018 and currently co-hosts a podcast with her best friend called “The Bees Knees”, where they talk about their mental health experiences.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. From victim to Victory is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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Louisiana Association for the Blind and Sunu, Inc. Announce Partnership to Increase Availability of Sunu Band in Five States


A person wearing Sunu band ties a pair of white sneakers.

The Sunu Band is approximately the same size and appearance as a fitness tracker.

That community includes product users and clinicians with a shared goal of empowering our low vision and blind communities to live and work as independently as possible.

Louisiana Association for the Blind (L.A.B.) and Sunu, Inc. are proud to announce a new partnership that will increase the regional availability of the Sunu Band, a sonar smartband that enables the visually impaired to better sense and navigate their environments. This agreement makes L.A.B. the sole distributor of the Sunu Band in Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas, and provides opportunity for its affiliated agencies in these states to act as sub-distributors of Sunu Band.

L.A.B.’s certified orientation and mobility specialists (COMS) will provide direct and virtual training for certified O&M instructors at participating agencies and new Sunu Band users, creating a convenient “one-stop-shop” for consumers.

“Ultimately, this is about convenience for those we serve,” said Louisiana Association for the Blind Vice President of Community Services Audra Muslow. “That community includes product users and clinicians with a shared goal of empowering our low vision and blind communities to live and work as independently as possible. L.A.B. is proud to serve as a hub to our partners, and we are grateful to our friends at Sunu Band for this partnership.”    

“At Sunu, we’ve always been committed to bringing mobility solutions to our users, said Sunu Band Business Development Executive Diego Mendoza. “L.A.B. has been there since the beginning of our journey to help us with our mission. We’re delighted to be a part of their expansion and we know we accomplish great things together.”

The Sunu Band pairs sonar echolocation with gentle, precise vibration feedback to help the wearer detect objects up to 15 feet away. Sunu Band users often wear it in conjunction with a cane or guide dog to augment awareness, complement mobility and reduce the risk of accidents. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sunu Band users have praised the device for its effectiveness in helping individuals with visual impairment practice social distancing. There are more than 5,000 Sunu Band users in 45 countries.

The Sunu Band is approximately the same size and appearance as a fitness tracker. A simple, two-button interface allows users to easily switch between indoor and outdoor modes, while a free mobile app for iOS and Android devices is used to adjust user preferences and install firmware updates when needed. Built-in navigational tools help the user learn about businesses and other points of interest located nearby.

Louisiana residents who are interested in learning more about the Sunu Band may do so by contacting Louisiana Association for the Blind at (318) 698-2300. Residents of Mississippi, Texas, Oklahoma and Tennessee are encouraged to contact their local agency for more information.

About Louisiana Association for the Blind

Established in 1927, Louisiana Association for the Blind (L.A.B.) is a private, non-profit community service organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people who are visually impaired through training, services and employment. As a part of National Industries for the Blind (N.I.B.), L.A.B. participates in the nation’s AbilityOne Program, providing recycled content copy paper and 3M Safety-Walk slip-resistant material to the federal government, made by Americans with visual or severe disabilities in Shreveport, LA. Follow L.A.B. on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Learn more at http://www.lablind.com.

About Sunu, Inc.

Sunu creates enabling technologies—empowering people with freedom of mobility. Sunu’s first award-winning product, Sunu Band, is like a ‘flashlight’ for the 286 million visually impaired worldwide. Sunu Band is a sonar wristband that’s augmenting human perception using haptic feedback, enabling the visually impaired to better sense and navigate their environments. Learn more at http://www.sunu.com.

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Author Dr. Shane Erxleben’s newly released “Don’t Defeat Your Purpose” is an inspirational guide to effective and faithful communication of the word of God


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“Don’t Defeat Your Purpose”: a powerful and practical guide to receiving and delivering the word of God. “Don’t Defeat Your Purpose” is the creation of published author, Dr. Shane Erxleben, who is currently employed by the Department of Defense Army Contractor as a material coordinator and serves as a licensed minister and a member of All Nations House of Prayer, Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Erxleben received a master’s degree in biblical and theological studies from Trevecca Nazarene University and attained a doctorate in biblical preaching from Newburgh Theological Seminary, Newburgh, Indiana.

Erxleben writes: “In this book, the Spirit of God led me to give instruction and understanding of being called to preach. Without this critical understanding could very well lead someone to do more damage than good, thus defeating their purpose of the call. The book begins by bringing complete attention to the preacher themselves to recognize the call of the Lord and progress through his process to build character and faith. The biggest focus is devoted to receiving the God-given message for his people, utilizing proper exegetical study to the Word, applying proper homiletics, provide current application of the Word to bring relativity, and always keep Christ and the cross at the center of it all. The book finishes up by demonstrating the need for the preacher to move aside and allow the Holy Spirit and the anointing to bring spiritual change in the people. Even though this book was dedicated as a guide for the preacher, anyone that is Christian and desires a greater understanding of the Word can apply these concepts as well.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Dr. Shane Erxleben’s new book is a comprehensive, authoritative guide that reveals how preachers might better serve their calling and more effectively instruct God’s children to walk His path and live His word.

Immensely intelligent and original in its insights, this book awakens readers to ideas, practices, and perspectives all too readily ignored or overlooked in the past, while also calling upon them to look afresh at the means by which all Christians might forge a more authentic and faithful relationship to the Holy Spirit.

View a synopsis of “Don’t Defeat Your Purpose” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Don’t Defeat Your Purpose” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Don’t Defeat Your Purpose”, contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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RBmedia Expands Christian Audio Offering with Three Exclusive Publishing Deals


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Photographed: Mark Warner

Christian Audio is grateful to partner with these publishers to help them participate profitably in this growing audio segment and pursue their publishing mission in the audio format.—Mark Warner, Publisher for Christian Audio.

RBmedia, the largest audiobook producer in the world, today announced exclusive partnerships between its Christian Audio brand and three leading Christian publishers. In addition, RBmedia has welcomed Mark Warner as the new Christian Audio publisher.

Publishing Deals

Christian Audio continues growth of its audiobook catalog with new content from three leaders in the Christian publishing space: InterVarsity Press (IVP), Presbyterian & Reformed Publishing (P&R), and 1517 Media.

InterVarsity Press

For more than 70 years, IVP has successfully published content that strengthens the church and encourages individuals. With this exclusive partnership, Christian Audio will continue to grow IVP’s audiobook publishing program by expanding the depth and breadth of content. Among IVP’s notable titles added to the Christian Audio catalog are “The Road Back to You” by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile, “Knowing God” by J. I. Packer, and “Liturgy of the Ordinary” by Tish Harrison Warren.

P&R

Since 1930, P&R Publishing has been a leader in producing Presbyterian and Reformed content that promotes Biblical understanding and Godly living. Christian Audio is partnering exclusively with P&R to create audiobooks for both newly acquired titles and their bestselling backlist. Notable titles added to Christian Audio’s catalog include “Instruments in the Redeemers Hands” by Paul David Tripp, “Gospel Treason” by Brad Bigney, and “The Shepherd Leader” by Timothy Witner.

1517 Media

As the ministry of publishing for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1517 Media is committed to helping Christian communities and individuals encounter a loving, gracious God and grow in faith and understanding. Christian Audio is partnering with the publisher to expand 1517 Media’s reach and impact. 1517 Media notable titles added to Christian Audio’s catalog include “In My Grandmother’s House” by Yolanda Pierce, “Good Grief” by Granger E. Westberg, and “Psalms: The Prayer Book of the Bible” by Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

New Christian Audio Publisher

Mark Warner has joined Christian Audio as the publisher and leader of the Christianaudio.com digital direct business. Mark, who led the effort to sign these three new publishing agreements, brings 15 years of experience at HarperCollins Christian Publishing to this position, and a strong business and analytical background to acquire and produce hundreds of titles per year. In his new role, Mark will acquire all content for Christian Audio, manage relationships with partner publishers, agents, and authors in the Christian market, advance the vision of christianaudio.com, and oversee ways to grow this important RBmedia brand.

“Christian Audio is grateful to partner with these publishers to help them participate profitably in this growing audio segment and pursue their publishing mission in the audio format,” said Mark Warner, Publisher for Christian Audio. “Our scale and unique ability to monetize audio allows our partners to serve their authors. We look forward to helping them develop the audio audience for their content.”

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About RBmedia

RBmedia is the largest audiobook producer in the world. With more than 50,000 exclusive titles, our audiobooks continually dominate key literary awards and bestseller lists. The company’s powerful digital retail and library distribution network reaches millions of listeners around the globe—at home, in the car, and everywhere their mobile devices go. Our titles are available on leading audio platforms, including Audible, iTunes, Google Play, Audiobooks.com, OverDrive, Hoopla, and many more. RBmedia is owned by KKR, a leading global investment firm. Find out more at rbmediaglobal.com.

About Christian Audio

For more than 10 years, Christian Audio has been providing top-quality Christian audiobooks. Already the leading site of engagement between Christian authors and their audio listeners, ChristianAudio.com is working toward a goal of becoming the largest provider of downloadable Christian audio. The site offers a diverse variety of digital audio products for immediate download. A love for audiobooks drives production and the organization’s mission is to be one of the most trusted places on the internet for the refreshment and growth of the soul. Find out more at ChristianAudio.com.

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Tiffany Nelson’s newly released “Attitude to Gratitude” is an eleven-day journey of transformation


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“Attitude to Gratitude”: an eleven-day journey that will transform one’s life. “Attitude to Gratitude” is the creation of published author Tiffany Nelson, a woman of faith and courage.

Nelson shares, “How we react, the thoughts we think, the words we say, and the actions we take will dictate our outcome. We can have attitude or we can have gratitude. Open your hearts and your minds to receive your human right to the abundance God has in store for you. The universe is always listening to your every need, your every want, and every trial, every thought, and every word you speak.

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Tiffany Nelson’s new book is a transformational volume for anyone who wants to manifest gratitude in their life.

In this inspiring work, the author proves that eleven days of love and gratitude are a good start to transform life long-term. The author also reiterates that readers should take control of their emotions and change attitude to gratitude.

View a synopsis of “Attitude to Gratitude” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Attitude to Gratitude” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Attitude to Gratitude,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Terrence Pershall’s new book “Feet of the Nevis” brings an interesting saga of searching for meaning and purpose around the threat of darkness


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Terrence Pershall, a writer who loves horseback riding, sailing, surfing, hiking and camping, skiing, gardening, and reading; has completed his new book “Feet of the Nevis”: a fascinating novel about a man and a woman in pursuit of answers to the questions that surround their existence in a world that seems to have so much to hide.

Pershall writes, “Imagine sometime in the distant past, before modern and organized societies, and several thousand years after the dinosaurs roamed the earth, a time when the earth was still relatively uninhabited other than tribes that roamed the planet across the varied continents. Suddenly, there are advanced colonies scattered across the planet that have the skill and knowledge to build great pyramids, build ships that can sail great distances and navigate based upon the stars, people with knowledge of the cosmos and mathematics.

One such colony has sprung up along the coast of what is now known as central California, a village of perhaps two-hundred-plus souls who have come from far away. Among these are a young man and a young woman who have fallen in love but must overcome the embodiment of evil itself. They also must search for the object that will tell of their past and of their origins—an object that is critical to the successful continuation of their future and of the future of generations to come.”

Published by Page Publishing, Terrence Pershall’s riveting narrative is an adventure of courage and determination to ensure the good life of mankind. As a young couple discover the depths of their origins, readers will be taken into an unexpected journey.

Will the two be able to unravel what they are looking for? Or will they find something else within?

Readers who wish to experience this brilliant work can purchase “Feet of the Nevis” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page’s accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.

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Linda C. Triska’s newly released “The Work of His Hands” seeks to guide Christians in discerning their purpose in life through God’s will.


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“The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook”: an efficacious narrative that hopes to bring enlightenment to Christians concerning their purpose in life through self-reflection and unveiling God’s will. “The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook” is the creation of published author Linda C. Triska, a licensed and ordained minister and founder and CEO of It’s Beginning to Rain Ministries, Inc.

Triska shares, “‘The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook’ is a must for all Christians who are serious about living out heaven’s blueprint for their lives. It is a hands-on, practical guide to help readers identify their spiritual gifts, which will ultimately lead to the discovery of their purpose and destiny.

This workbook contains the following tools that will take believers on a journey of self-discovery to live out the perfect will of God designed especially for them:

  • The Personal Spiritual Gifts Assessment that will target each person’s gift-mix
  • The Fruit of the Spirit Self-Evaluation that will point out strengths and weaknesses in one’s spiritual walk
  • Worksheets that correlate to Section 2 in the main book, ‘The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts,’ for individual or classroom Bible study
  • Guide sheets that will help connect one’s spiritual gifts to his or her destiny

Find out why on earth you were placed on this earth today!”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Linda C. Triska’s new book is a pivotal reminder for believers to constantly search for their life’s true meaning in God to partake in His spiritual gifts that lead to fulfillment and illumination.

Readers are invited to a journey of faith and understanding of God’s gifts and promises that bring human life to fruition and purpose according to His design.

View the synopsis of “The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase“The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook” at traditional brick-and-mortar bookstores or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “The Work of His Hands: Targeting Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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How Jesus Turned Ordinary Men into Dynamic Disciples” is a journey that followers of Christ will want to take


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“A Motley Crew: How Jesus Turned Ordinary Men into Dynamic Disciples” is endorsed by Dr. David Butts, Chairman of America’s National Prayer Committee. He wrote, “This book blends biblical teaching with practical help that will bring encouragement to pastors. You will want to keep this book close at hand and refer to it often as you serve the Lord in His church.”

“A Motley Crew,” is written by Dr. Sam Warren, a pastor for over thirty-five years and ministry leader.

Dr. Warren shares, “In A Motley Crew: How Jesus Turned Ordinary Men into Dynamic Disciples, one is taken on a journey through the teachings of Jesus and Paul as they map out the path for the local church in making disciples who make disciples. One is given not only a view of the mistakes that have been made but hope for a brighter future as they are shown how to return to the original code of the early church in the making of disciples.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Dr. Sam Warren’s new book is a good book for those who are looking forward to learning more about the ministry of Jesus Christ.

View a synopsis of “A Motley Crew: How Jesus Turned Ordinary Men into Dynamic Disciples” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “A Motley Crew: How Jesus Turned Ordinary Men into Dynamic Disciples” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “A Motley Crew: How Jesus Turned Ordinary Men into Dynamic Disciples,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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S.R.’s newly released “Captivated” is a mesmerizing collection of written thoughts from a heart captivated by God’s glorifying existence


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“Captivated”: a fascinating voice of faith from a person who trusted her life to God and, since then, found belongingness and strength. “Captivated” is the creation of published author S.R., a college student who developed a love for poetry.

S.R. shares, “Captivated was just a thought I had in my mind years ago, without even knowing that captivated would be the title. But, what was just a thought then, now is reality. God left me in awe the day I surrendered and gave my life to him and because of him I can boldly say that I am no longer the person I was many years ago. God deserves my all, because he first gave his all—his son, Jesus, to die for someone like me. And not just me, to die for someone like you too.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, S.R.’s new book expresses beautiful notes of inspiration where readers will be illuminated of His guidance and love in times when they lose themselves in the struggles of life.

View a synopsis of “Captivated” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Captivated” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Captivated,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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