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A Blessing and a Curse:
When Adam and Eve ate from the Tree of Knowledge, they became like God and the angels, knowing good and evil. For that reason, they were cast out of the garden in Eden and barred from having access to the Tree of Life, which would have provided them immortality. What would have happened to them if they had obeyed God and initially eaten from the Tree of Life? Obviously, they would no longer have been subject to death. Therefore, they would have been free from the curse surrounding the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. In fact, rather than being a deadly curse, it would have then resulted in a blessing.
Jesus of Nazareth reopened the way to the Tree of Life for all mankind, but what happened to the evil tree in God's garden? "Behold, I set before you this day a blessing and a curse; a blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the LORD your God, which I command you this day: and a curse, if ye will not obey the commandments of the LORD your God..." --Deuteronomy 11:26-28
Jesus of Nazareth reopened the way to the Tree of Life for all mankind, but what happened to the evil tree in God's garden? "Behold, I set before you this day a blessing and a curse; a blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the LORD your God, which I command you this day: and a curse, if ye will not obey the commandments of the LORD your God..." --Deuteronomy 11:26-28
193 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 27, 2017
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About the author
Kerry L. Barger
15 books13 followersFor FREE book offers, visit the author's website at https://sites.google.com/site/kerrylb...
From the Author: "I am a native Texan and proud of it. My family's heritage in the state predates the American Civil War when they came to Texas on horses and in covered wagons to homestead the land. One of my great grandparents was a Native American Blackfoot, a genetic fact that some believe explains my intolerance for injustice and hard liquor. My daughter was awarded a college scholarship a few years ago by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the oldest patriotic women’s organization in Texas. The Wright brothers of Kitty Hawk, President Grover Cleveland, and General Robert E. Lee are all listed in our family tree.
After working for 30 years in the state's mental health care system, I have since retired and visited ancient cultural sites in the US, Mexico, and Europe, while researching ancient biblical mysteries and writing a few very controversial books. Most readers appreciate them, but some despise what I have revealed with a passionate fervor. I am just grateful that we all have the freedom to openly express our opinions and ideas fearlessly.
The chapters within each of my books can potentially provide at least one or more answers to some of your own personal, fundamental questions. I hope you find them entertaining, as well." --Kerry L. Barger
"Elohim: Ancient Science Fiction or Biblical God?" offers an unconventional explanation of mankind's origins and biblical literature. (It is definitely not for the 'religious-minded'.)
"Elohim II: Ascension of the King" is the science fiction sequel. It was released in February of 2014.
"An American Holocaust: The Story of Lataine's Ring" details events of the worst school tragedy in U.S. history. My mother's cousin and childhood playmate was killed in the catastrophe.
Not long ago, I received a personal message from a Facebook friend who recently subscribed to my Author's Fan Page. She wrote: "I have just finished reading An American Holocaust and it brought me to tears. I honestly did not know of this tragedy until recently. I grew up in the Midwest a few decades after the event. I suppose you grew up knowing about it. I knew the smell was added to natural gas, but didn't know this event triggered it's important addition. Very touching story and full of personal accounts. I am more appreciative of life having read it. Thank you."
In "High Times and Rough Rides of a Bipolar Addict" - The front page Dallas Morning News article dated March 22, 1969 (entitled "Youth Who Defended 'Pot' Is Committed") is reprinted in its entirety. This book is intended for those who have bipolar family members struggling with sex, drug, alcohol, relationship or any number of other devastating addictions.
Paperbacks under $10 & KINDLE versions of his books are available at http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_nos...
You don't need a Kindle to read Kindle e-books.
Hardcover versions are under $20 at http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/KerryBa...
You can visit the author's website at https://sites.google.com/site/kerrylb...
*(Notice to literary agents, publishers and producers: all applicable rights are open for bid. Contact information is available at the end of the books or via the author's website.)
From the Author: "I am a native Texan and proud of it. My family's heritage in the state predates the American Civil War when they came to Texas on horses and in covered wagons to homestead the land. One of my great grandparents was a Native American Blackfoot, a genetic fact that some believe explains my intolerance for injustice and hard liquor. My daughter was awarded a college scholarship a few years ago by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the oldest patriotic women’s organization in Texas. The Wright brothers of Kitty Hawk, President Grover Cleveland, and General Robert E. Lee are all listed in our family tree.
After working for 30 years in the state's mental health care system, I have since retired and visited ancient cultural sites in the US, Mexico, and Europe, while researching ancient biblical mysteries and writing a few very controversial books. Most readers appreciate them, but some despise what I have revealed with a passionate fervor. I am just grateful that we all have the freedom to openly express our opinions and ideas fearlessly.
The chapters within each of my books can potentially provide at least one or more answers to some of your own personal, fundamental questions. I hope you find them entertaining, as well." --Kerry L. Barger
"Elohim: Ancient Science Fiction or Biblical God?" offers an unconventional explanation of mankind's origins and biblical literature. (It is definitely not for the 'religious-minded'.)
"Elohim II: Ascension of the King" is the science fiction sequel. It was released in February of 2014.
"An American Holocaust: The Story of Lataine's Ring" details events of the worst school tragedy in U.S. history. My mother's cousin and childhood playmate was killed in the catastrophe.
Not long ago, I received a personal message from a Facebook friend who recently subscribed to my Author's Fan Page. She wrote: "I have just finished reading An American Holocaust and it brought me to tears. I honestly did not know of this tragedy until recently. I grew up in the Midwest a few decades after the event. I suppose you grew up knowing about it. I knew the smell was added to natural gas, but didn't know this event triggered it's important addition. Very touching story and full of personal accounts. I am more appreciative of life having read it. Thank you."
In "High Times and Rough Rides of a Bipolar Addict" - The front page Dallas Morning News article dated March 22, 1969 (entitled "Youth Who Defended 'Pot' Is Committed") is reprinted in its entirety. This book is intended for those who have bipolar family members struggling with sex, drug, alcohol, relationship or any number of other devastating addictions.
Paperbacks under $10 & KINDLE versions of his books are available at http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_nos...
You don't need a Kindle to read Kindle e-books.
Hardcover versions are under $20 at http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/KerryBa...
You can visit the author's website at https://sites.google.com/site/kerrylb...
*(Notice to literary agents, publishers and producers: all applicable rights are open for bid. Contact information is available at the end of the books or via the author's website.)
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