MARIA'S MOMENTS
Happy New Year! I hope you had a fabulous Christmas. We played a new card game on Christmas called Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza. I never laughed so hard as I did playing that game. What made you laugh over Christmas?
The Henriksens at church on Christmas Eve
MARIA'S MUSINGS
As we bid farewell to 2024, let's embrace the new year with a new sense of peace, hope, and joy. That is my wish for everyone this year. What do you wish for this year? Do you have a word to project into 2025? I couldn't come up with just one.Ā
Peace. Peace speaks to me because I know there will be times that I will need to trust God to handle things that are out of my control. I anticipate there will be gut-wrenching times when I will be on my knees begging for His grace and mercy. I count on those times when a peace that transcends all understanding will wash over me as it has many times before.Ā
"Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace
Ā at all times and in every way" (2 Thessalonians 3:16).
By the grace of God, we shall have peace through His Word
Hope. Without hope, we have nothing to look forward to. The opposite of that is despair. I wouldn't wish that kind of hopelessness on anyone. Depression rates are higher than ever. A doctor recently told me that 90% of Americans will be depressed at least once in their lifetime. Not too long ago, that percentage was 80%. Depression is so widespread that it has become an epidemic. If you need help, please reach out to someone. Check yourself into a psychiatric facility. Do not let the stigma of mental illness stop you from getting the help you need. There is no shame in getting help.
"But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and
Ā not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint" (Isaiah 40:31).
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Rays of hope breaking through the darkness
Joy. Allow your life to be filled with joy. Even in the toughest moments, I'm filled with the love of Jesus that brings me joy. It spills over during my darkest hours. It is not a temporary feeling like happiness but a constant part of my life. I'm grateful for the gift of joy that has been bestowed upon me since the moment of my salvation.Ā
"Do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord
is your strength"Ā (Nehemiah 8:10).
"I have no other joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth" (3 John 1:4).
āØNOT AGAIN, THE EPIC SAGAāØ
Not Again, Book 1 - Published on Amazon
Not Again The Fallout, Book 2 - Published on Amazon
Not Again Morgan's Story, Book 3 - Upcoming Release
Not Again Amy's Story, Book 4
Not Again Val's Story (Part 1), Book 5
Not Again Val's Story (Part 2), Book 6
UPCOMING RELEASE!
Not Again Morganās StoryĀ is planned to be released in March. To say that I'm excited for the world to read this next installment is an understatement.
Not Again Morganās Story
Not Again Morganās Story, the third novel of the Not AgainĀ series, masterfully combines both sweet and edgy elements in this Christian college romance set in 1989 that revolves around games of deceit, lacrosse, and betrayal.Ā
Morgan is on top of the world when her life comes crashing down. Everything is at risk, including her life. Will Morgan have what it takes to make game-changing moves? Or, will it be the final game over for her?
Find out if she has the survival instincts to be a winner in this enthralling, romantic suspense game called life.Ā
Not Again, healing hearts one page at a time.
COVER REVEAL
And now the moment you've been waiting for...
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The Not Again Morgan's Story Cover Reveal...
BETTER TOGETHER
How awesome would it be if you were able to help someone because you read a book? Many readers have said that Not AgainĀ should be read by everyone. "It was a fantastic read. I think everyone should read it," said an Amazon Reviewer.Ā You may not have experienced trauma, but chances are you know someone who has. Not AgainĀ may equip you as it has me to help others.
My four upcoming releases present the gospel in powerful and unique ways. This is your opportunity to take part in the Great Commission. I'm looking for reviewers who will post on Amazon and your choice of social media platforms about my upcoming releases. You will have a month to read an advanced copy of each book in exchange for an honest review to be posted on or soon after the release date. Let's start a spiritual revolution! Should you desire to join me in healing hearts one post at a time, consider being a member of my launch team. If you are on Facebook, kindly send me a PM to apply. Outside of Facebook, please send me an email to: authormariathenriksen@gmail.com.
It's best to read the first two books before reading the rest.
Not AgainĀ is the first published book in the Not AgainĀ series. Click HEREĀ to get your copy. The sequel, Not Again The Fallout, is the next book that has been released in the series. Click HEREĀ to get your copy.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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I had a very quiet Christmas, something I welcome. I feel so happy for you with this new book coming. I speak much sucess for your book series.
Hi
For me it was an absolute awful Christmas holiday. I was sick with the flu and still a week and half later trying to heal. Better and did have a wonderful birthday lunch yesterday with my BFF
Today stressed baking.
Love reading your newsletter! Cover is stunning!
MARIA, WHAT A GREAT NEWSLETTER, ME AND YOU MUST REALLY THINK ALIKE BECAUSE YOU CAPTURED MY THOUGHTS ON EVERYTHING YOU SAID. I SO NEED MY FAITH, I HOPE, AND EVERYTHING ELSE YOU TALKED ABOUT. I HOPE YOU HAVE A BETTER YEAR THAN WHAT WE'VE HAD THIS PAST YEAR. I WISH YOU NOTHING NOTHING BUT THE BEST LIFE HAS TO OFFER.. I WISH BOTH OF US COULD BE OUT OF PAIN AND PAIN FREE AND MAYBE ONE OF THESE DAYS THAT WILL HAPPEN . I WISH BOTH OF US COULD BE OUT OF PAIN AND PAIN FREE AND MAYBE ONE OF THESE DAYS THAT WILL HAPPEN AND NOT WHEN WE GET READY TO PASS AWAY.. I THINK WE BOTH DESERVE Aā¦