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Latest Review of the Christian Fiction Novel Parting Ways

7/12/2011

The reviews of Parting Ways keep coming in and I'm overwhelmed! Thank you everyone! Your comments and feedback are inspirational!

I drew from many personal experiences in writing this Christian Fiction novel.

Parting Ways is the story of an ambitious, young minister who must ultimately choose between following the truth he reads in the scriptures, or following the evolving teachings of his denominational church leaders. That's the brief thumbnail overview of the book. But here's what one reader shared on Amazon.com...

The book has been getting many positive 5-Star reviews for which I'm truly grateful! I particularly appreciated CindyM's review because she reveals more of the other story elements that aren't depicted on the book's cover. Real life has many subplots, conflicts and rabbit trails doesn't it? Thank you CindyM for mentioning some of these other points. You might enjoy reading Parting Ways if you like...

Inspirational stories of faith and family;
Colorful characters with integrity, humor, and flaws;
The gifts of the Spirit at work in everyday situations;
Stories set against the backdrop of beautiful Arizona;
Real church outside of conventional religion;
To read of people who love America;
To read of the blessings of diligence and hard work;
A little unexpected romance;
The dark, flavorful world of coffee;
And to see the truly mysterious and unpredictable ways of God play out.

If you gave a nod to any of these literary ingredients, then add Parting Ways to your reading list! If you've already read it, please consider leaving a comment here and on Amazon.com. Your comments, reviews and feedback are greatly appreciated!

If you live in the Gilbert, Chandler, Temple, Mesa, Queen Creek or Phoenix area, you might be interested in coming to the Book Signing at Inspirations Bookstore and Tea Shoppe on Friday, August 12, 2011, from 6:30-8:30 PM.

Inspirations is located at the far west end of the shopping center off W. Queen Creek and S. Alma School Rd.

Inspirations loves the local community and regularly features Christian Bands and other talent. Enjoy their huge assortment of teas, smoothies, gifts, books, music, and other Christ-centered items.

Once again, thanks for the reviews of Parting Ways everyone!

Parting Ways is available in paperback on PatrickSipperly.com (Save 10% over Amazon.com), at Inspirations Bookstore & Tea Shoppe, Amazon.com. Or if you prefer to e-read it, check out Kindle or Smashwords. If you like to hear books on audio, listen to the first chapter narrated by the author here.

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Parting Ways - Chapter One Narrated

7/8/2011

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If you like audio books, then you might like to sample the first chapter of Parting Ways narrated by the author!

Find out more about Parting Ways by visiting PatrickSipperly.com

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Parting Ways Now Available!

5/4/2011

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Parting Ways
is available at PatrickSipperly.com!
All orders placed through the website get
10% off of the Amazon.com price!

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Parting Ways Available on Amazon.com - Smashwords - PatrickSipperly.com

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House Church and a Christian Fiction Novel Called Parting Ways

5/1/2011

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Wednesday, May 4, 2011 Parting Ways my Christian Fiction Novel will make it's official debut. It's the culmination of several years of ministry experience mixed together with life and creativity to make a 286-page novel published by TreasureLine Books. My thanks goes out to all the close friends and family who encouraged me along the way with this project and writing in general.

Jesus Christ didn't teach without a parable. His short stories revealing hidden truths and spiritual principles have captured imaginations throughout the ages. Stories have a way with sticking with us. Following our Lord's example, I hope I've written an entertaining book that sheds colorful flicks of light on the wonderful topics of church and living for God.

Is this a novel about house church? Yes and no. It's really the story of a man who desires to do great things for God. His ministry journey is fraught with treachery and heartbreak and ultimately a decision that we all must face: Who will we follow, God or man?

The characters in the Christian Fiction book are fascinating to me:

Peter Bishop is a business man and a preacher with a very unique talent.

Daylene Bishop is Peter's mother who sees things others can't, especially around her son.

Tom and Valarie Warner, a retired couple, are faithful encouragers who walk in the gifts of the Spirit.

Brad Stellar, coffee house owner and friend.

Katie Rogers is Peter's fast growing niece from a broken home.

Senior Pastor Evan Seager a denominational minister with unsettling plans for the church, is next in line to take over leadership...

...and many others!

If you're looking for an engaging Christian Fiction novel, I hope you'll give Parting Ways a try. It will be available in paperback, Kindle and Smashwords. It's available on Amazon.com, however if you order from the www.PatrickSipperly.com website, you'll save 10%. Autographed copies are also available.

Add Parting Ways to your summer reading list!

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Parting Ways - Christian Fiction Book Trailer

3/31/2011

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Parting Ways is an inspirational Christian story about an ambitious minister who must choose between truth and integrity or money and fame. His decision costs him his mega-church ministry. How would any of us handle a difficult decision like that? How might God make his will known in that kind of situation?

Please enjoy the video book trailer for Parting Ways and visit the Author's Website for the latest news and updates. Parting Ways is set for release on April 18, 2011.

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Let's Test Ourselves

3/22/2011

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Examine yourselves,
whether ye be in the faith;
prove your own selves...
2 Corinthians 13:5

We check ourselves out in the mirror before heading off to work. Hair looks good, no broccoli in the teeth, etc., Thank God for mirrors! They're helpful, but they don't go below the surface. That takes some deeper introspection and honesty. Have I even thought about the Lord today? Have I sought him once about my plans for the week? Good questions.

One of the things I hope to accomplish in an entertaining way with my Christian Fiction novel, Parting Ways, is to challenge readers to examine their walk with God. Do we really live what we believe? Do we even know what we believe and why? Have we ever disagreed with a church teaching? If so, what did we do about it?

I've heard some things preached that completely contradicted the very scriptures the preacher was referencing. What??? Unfortunately, most church gatherings are not designed for discussions. It's all one way. God forbid anyone question the pastor! But that's what we should do. If anyone preaches or teaches openly, they should be accountable for it openly. I can guarantee you this: There would be less bad doctrine taught if a preacher knew he was going to face questioning from knowledgeable elders.

We should all have a working knowledge of the scriptures. Paul wrote to Timothy, "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15)

In Parting Ways, I tell a story about an ambitious young pastor whose unique talents bring him before huge crowds in his denomination. He quickly rises through the church ranks, but the more he studies the Word and gets closer to God, the more he clashes with church leadership. On the edge of being promoted to his dream position in front of a global audience, he's forced to make a difficult choice - a choice that could end his ministry for good.

The story is fictional, but denominational doctrines not squaring with the Bible is all too real. Jesus chided the Pharisees because they taught for doctrine the commandments of men. Let's not be guilty of doing that. Let's be guilty of hearing and doing what Christ and the apostles taught even if we must part ways with traditions. It's the truth that makes us free - if we know it - not the denominational handbooks or Rev. Blackwell's Commentaries.

Examining ourselves starts with the word. Can we find our way in the scriptures? Are we walking by the light of the Word or by the light of the world? Here's a thought, let's read over this scripture the next time we get in front of the mirror...

Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.(1 John 2:15-17)

Are we in the faith? Can we prove it?

UPDATE: The cover for Parting Ways has been selected and the book is getting formatted now. Lord willing it will be ready for release Monday, April 18th, 2011. Please visit PatrickSipperly.com for the latest news and updates.

Thanks for helping me spread the word out about Parting Ways and ChristianHomeChurch.com

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Update On The Book...

2/6/2011

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Some have asked me how my book is progressing. If you don't know, I'm writing a fictional story about a young man's pursuit of God that leads to making a difficult choice between mega-church glory or truth and righteousness far away from the spot light. I just finished writing out the high point of the story, and now I'm starting to wrap everything up. It's been an interesting journey so far, and there's plenty more to come.

Some might argue whether we have to make a choice like this or not. Are mega-churches bad and something to shy away from? My answer is the same no matter what the church size is: Is truth according to the scriptures taught? Is the same gospel the apostles taught in Acts preached? And is the church encouraged to edify itself according to the outline given to us in 1 Corinthians 14? If these key elements are in place, things are probably good. If not...well...that's between you and God. Paul wrote to the church at Philppi...
Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. (Philippians 2:12)
That's not me being wishy-washy; that's me not being your conscience. When I started on this lengthy journey toward church in my home, the Lord didn't just flash me sign telling me what to do. In fact, he said, "I'm not going to just give the answers. I want you to look it up. I want you to be able to show others why you're doing what you're doing." Whatever your church direction, can you find where you are on the map of the scriptures? Are you in the Word or are you doing your own thing? By the way, you can be doing your own thing surrounded by hundreds of others...I'll keep you posted to the progress of the book!

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