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James Collins

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in America, Oklahoma, The United States
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The Lord Jesus Christ,
my Wife,
Bible Prophecy,
& Lewis Grizzard

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James is a follower of Jesus, author, evangelist, retired U.S. Army Chaplain, husband, and dad. His latest book, The Overcomer, was released on September 23, 2024.

James says, "My calling is to be an effective communicator of God's Word." He has a passion to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. His writings have been featured in publications such as Chicken Soup for the Soul, Stars & Stripes, Baptist Press, Good News Press, Faith and Freedom News, The Baptist Standard, The California Southern Baptist, The Louisiana Baptist Message, Southwest Kansas Faith & Family, The Baptist New Mexican, The Baptist Digest, and Prophecy in the News. He and his wife share their home with their three extraordinary children, three dogs, a
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James Collins Joe lived his life by his own rules without Jesus Christ. He died, and went to hell where he will spend forever in agony.
James Collins Since I write Christian nonfiction, I will limit my advice to aspiring writers in the same genre. My purpose in life is to be an effective communicato…moreSince I write Christian nonfiction, I will limit my advice to aspiring writers in the same genre. My purpose in life is to be an effective communicator of God’s Word. To be effective, I must write in a way that the average person can understand. Frankly, most theologians write books that read like a textbook. Many people have told me that my gift is to take complex theology and write it in such a way that anyone can understand it. Don’t water down the biblical truth, but write in a way that is readable. (less)
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Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort.2 Corinthians 1:3

I like to work in my yard. I like to work in my yard for several reasons: it's good exercise, it’s therapeutic, it provides quiet time, and occasionally, my wife insists.

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“Life is like a vapor. It is like a puff of smoke. It is here for a little while, then it is gone. If you were called into eternity today, would you be ready?”
James Collins, Don't Throw the Believer Out with the Baptistry Water: The Best of The Point Is... Volume 1

“The worst part about being sick is not getting any sympathy from my wife. She says I have the "man-flu." The Urban Dictionary defines "man-flu" as "an illness that causes the male to be completely helpless and sicker than any other family member." In females it is known as a cold.”
James Collins, Don't Throw the Believer Out with the Baptistry Water: The Best of The Point Is... Volume 1

“In the Christian race of life, we are not running to win - we have already won. We are just running to finish. Jesus has already finished the race, and He is standing on the other side.”
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“I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.

(John 11:25-26)”
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“A lot of people won’t listen to old men. A lot of people are stupid.”
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“Time is life. Time is money. Time is productivity. Time is usefulness. Time is wealth. Time is what we make happen with it. Time waits for no one.”
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“Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe.”
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“All who seek His forgiveness will find it.”
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James Collins Thank you, Charles.


Charles Puckett I loved The Overcomer. It was a great book. Thank you for writing it.


Chaya & Cinnamon Thank you for the friend request, James! Adding you to my prayers, too. 🙂
~ Chaya חיה 🇺🇸🇮🇱


message 2: by James

James Collins Thanks, so much. I am glad you were blessed by the book. It is good to connect with you on Goodreads.


message 1: by Al

Al Don't Throw The Believer Out With The Baptistry Water really ministered to me. I was really touched by Timothy's Momma. It reminded me of my own mom. I also loved your sense of humor. Thanks for writing it. I look forward to your next book.


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