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Share Your Story Now Newsletter

Issue No. 5, January 2008 Because God's Word Changes Lives

In This Issue

About This Newsletter

This newsletter is produced by Share Your Story Now, a ministry of American Bible Society.

Each month we hope to encourage you by sharing some stories of how God is using the Bible to change lives.

Happy New Year!

Andy Padjen

Happy New Year! It's the season of resolutions, and that's not lost on us here in the office. I, for one, resolve to use dental floss in 2008! (My poor gums need it.)

What are your New Year resolutions? This month we're inviting you to share your resolutions, specifically in terms of how you plan to engage the Bible in 2008. Find out more below, or read what others are saying.

Enjoy this month's newsletter - lots of great stories below to encourage you as you embark on the New Year!

Andy Padjen, newsletter editor and community host

P.S. As always, feel free to email us (share@americanbible.org) if you have questions, feedback or are interested in volunteering. We'd love to hear from you!


New Year Resolutions - How Will You Engage the Bible in '08?

Do you sense God inviting you to engage the Bible in 2008? If so, I'd love to hear (and I'm sure others would love to hear) your answers to any of the following questions:

  • How do you plan on engaging the Bible in 2008?
  • What's your Bible verse for 2008?
  • What do you hope to get out of your engagement of the Bible in 2008?

Please share your thoughts with us and read what others are saying.

I look forward to reading your thoughts, hopes, desires!


Life Change Videos - From Christian Recording Artists

Joanne Cash

Joanne Cash: "God is Love" (2:40) [1 comment]
With tenderness, passion and wisdom, Joanne talks about God's love and her first Bible. Watch Joanne's story.

Other Inspiring Videos This Month

Watch more videos


Life Change Stories

Each month we receive encouraging stories from people about how God is using the Bible to change their lives.

LaMonica: "Struggling With Ex-Husband" [2 comments]
LaMonica writes: "During my marriage, I had many feelings of hopelessness and despair."

Other Inspiring Stories

Read more stories on our site


Ministry Opportunity For You!

It's a New Year with new opportunities, and we may have the perfect ministry opportunity for you.

We're looking for several people to play the role of "Commenter," which involves commenting on stories that are posted.

This is a great opportunity to encourage and affirm people, and also to share your own unique perspectives and experiences.

If you're a natural encourager (if encouraging others brings you life!), this could be a wonderful and fulfilling ministry opportunity for you! (Plus, you'll get to minister alongside me! But don't let that stop you from inquiring. Ha!)

If you're interested in volunteering or want more info, email me (Andy) apadjen@americanbible.org.


Team Corner - "Why Did Things Go Wrong?" by Abby Tanori

Abby Tanori

Abby, our program manager, shares about a very difficult season in her life. While living in Nashville several years ago, she struggled with depression and was raped. Thanks to God and the support of friends and family, she was able to recover and grow. Read Abby's story.

Until next time,
Andy Padjen
community host and newsletter editor


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