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New Day Diva #4
Trying to Stay Saved (New Day Divas) by E. N. Joy (26-Apr-2011) Paperback
Lorain is back from her sabbatical, and although God didn't reveal to her all that she wanted regarding her past, she refuses to just let things be. When all the pieces of the puzzle come together, just how many lives will be damaged, and how many will be restored?
The survivor of one of the most horrific experiences a person could ever endure, it appeared as though Sister Nita, as leader of New Day's Janitorial Ministry, was hiding behind a mop and a broom. When her spirit discerns a cover up amongst a couple of New Day's members, will she turn a blind eye and mind her own business, or will she finally begin to operate in her true calling?
Mother Doreen knows who she is and whose she isa child of the King on assignment doing kingdom work. When the plot thickens to a story on which she thought God had closed the book, will she forget who she is and what she was called to do?
The New Day Divas series, known as a soap opera in print, is full of chance, coincidence, and fate, but more importantly, it's full of faith.
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First published January 1, 2011
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E.N. Joy
37 books289 followersBLESSEDselling Author E. N. Joy is the writer behind the five book series, “New Day Divas,” the “Still Divas” three book series, the “Always Divas” three book series, and the "Forever Divas" three book series, all which have been coined “Soap Operas In Print.” Formerly writing secular works under the names Joylynn M. Jossel and JOY, this award winning author has been sharing her literary expertise on conference panels in her home town of Columbus, Ohio and cities across the country as well as instructing literary workshops.
Joy writes children’s and middle grade titles under the name N. Joy. Her children’s story, The Secret Olivia Told Me, received the American Library Association Coretta Scott King Honor. Book club rights were acquired by Scholastic Books and the book has sold almost 100,000 copies. Elementary and middle school children have fallen in love with reading and creative writing as a result of the readings and workshops Joy instructs in schools nationwide.
The former acquisitions editor for a decade for Urban Christian, an imprint of Urban Books in which the titles are distributed by Kensington Publishing Corporation, Joy is now a freelance editor. In addition, Joy is the artistic developer for a young girl group named DJHK Gurls. Joy pens original songs for the group that deal with messages that affect today’s youth, such as bullying.
Joy writes children’s and middle grade titles under the name N. Joy. Her children’s story, The Secret Olivia Told Me, received the American Library Association Coretta Scott King Honor. Book club rights were acquired by Scholastic Books and the book has sold almost 100,000 copies. Elementary and middle school children have fallen in love with reading and creative writing as a result of the readings and workshops Joy instructs in schools nationwide.
The former acquisitions editor for a decade for Urban Christian, an imprint of Urban Books in which the titles are distributed by Kensington Publishing Corporation, Joy is now a freelance editor. In addition, Joy is the artistic developer for a young girl group named DJHK Gurls. Joy pens original songs for the group that deal with messages that affect today’s youth, such as bullying.
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August 29, 2013
A very good read
July 29, 2019
What a story
This book was so interesting from start to finish. I just loving reading about the story unfolding. I love Mother Doreen. I can’t wait to see how her relationship with Pastor Frey evolves.
This book was so interesting from start to finish. I just loving reading about the story unfolding. I love Mother Doreen. I can’t wait to see how her relationship with Pastor Frey evolves.
October 13, 2020
My thoughts
This was yet another great read in the series. I am enjoying reading the deliverance that each character is receiving during this series. I can definitely pull something out and apply it to my life.
This was yet another great read in the series. I am enjoying reading the deliverance that each character is receiving during this series. I can definitely pull something out and apply it to my life.
May 17, 2017
I am loving these series! On to the next one!
May 2, 2019
Another great story!
January 15, 2025
Loved all three different family stories! Great motivation for young Christian readers. Enjoyed so much! I am now moving on to “she who finds a husband”.
September 25, 2011
Win, Lose or Draw
“Trying to Stay Saved,” book four in the New Day Divas series, is overflowing with drama, emotions, truth and fear. Sister Lorain is back. Unfortunately, she can’t remember the events prior to hitting her head, but she knows that Unique, a younger sister from the church, and Brody, her mother’s fiancé, are involved in her mystery. Can she finally come to grips with the past?
Mother Doreen is still in Kentucky trying to help her sister Bethany and her family as they adjust to life without Uriah, Bethany’s husband, as well as the birth of her nephews baby. With so many rumors flying around in the church, Doreen continues to try ministering to her family in hopes that they realize that God is not the author of confusion. When even more confusion pops up, Sister Doreen finds herself in need of her own lesson. How much more drama can this family handle?
Sister Nita has been a member of the janitorial ministry at New Day for years. She knows that God is preparing her for something more, but she just doesn’t know what yet. Paige is even happier since their return from vacation. But as life gives her husband Blake lemons, he tends to take his frustrations out on her. Sister Nita seems to be right around when Paige is feeling at her lowest; is this merely a coincidence? Or does she see the writing on the wall?
“Trying to Stay Saved” deals with a lot of past, turmoil and fate. I’m enjoying the way the series is progressing, but this book in particular seemed to be on overload, losing some of its value. With that said, I cannot wait to read book five, I CAN DO BETTER ALL BY MYSELF.
Reviewed by: Crystal
3.5
“Trying to Stay Saved,” book four in the New Day Divas series, is overflowing with drama, emotions, truth and fear. Sister Lorain is back. Unfortunately, she can’t remember the events prior to hitting her head, but she knows that Unique, a younger sister from the church, and Brody, her mother’s fiancé, are involved in her mystery. Can she finally come to grips with the past?
Mother Doreen is still in Kentucky trying to help her sister Bethany and her family as they adjust to life without Uriah, Bethany’s husband, as well as the birth of her nephews baby. With so many rumors flying around in the church, Doreen continues to try ministering to her family in hopes that they realize that God is not the author of confusion. When even more confusion pops up, Sister Doreen finds herself in need of her own lesson. How much more drama can this family handle?
Sister Nita has been a member of the janitorial ministry at New Day for years. She knows that God is preparing her for something more, but she just doesn’t know what yet. Paige is even happier since their return from vacation. But as life gives her husband Blake lemons, he tends to take his frustrations out on her. Sister Nita seems to be right around when Paige is feeling at her lowest; is this merely a coincidence? Or does she see the writing on the wall?
“Trying to Stay Saved” deals with a lot of past, turmoil and fate. I’m enjoying the way the series is progressing, but this book in particular seemed to be on overload, losing some of its value. With that said, I cannot wait to read book five, I CAN DO BETTER ALL BY MYSELF.
Reviewed by: Crystal
3.5
April 30, 2015
Another awesome book filled with drama, emotions, truth, and fear. Lorain is back, and can’t remember much due to hitting her head. Lorain tries to put the pieces together about Unique and Brody. Mother Doreen is in Kentucky trying to assist her sister; Bethany after the death of Bethany’s husband. Paige is upset that her husband Blake is not spending enough time with her. Blake begins to be a little rough with Paige, and Sister Nita sees the signs of abuse. This book deals with a ton of hurt, emotions, and fears…….It is hard living in a crazy world, but one must try to stay saved….
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January 28, 2014Good book, very inspiring
March 22, 2013
This is a great book n a reality for us as Christians, we all trying to stay saved in this messed up world.
July 21, 2015
Good read, filled with drama on top of drama. Real characters, real situations. A real page turner.
October 10, 2015
I read this book when it first came out, and just recently re read it for a book discussion with the author. The Divas at New Day are at it again with several surprises. Great story as always.
January 8, 2016
loved it
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