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from riches TO TRUE RICHES
In From Riches to True Riches, Marie Dukes gives a riveting account of her life in a time that spans nearly seven decades. Her transparency, openness, and vulnerability give a raw and penetrating account of her amazing life story.
Like many of us, Marie was deceived into believing that riches only come in the form of tangible things and went after what she refers to as “small riches.” A seemingly never-ending quest that took her from a troubled upbringing in Haiti that included abandonment as well as physical and emotional abuse. After immigrating to America, Marie’s adult life was marked by serial abortions, rapes, attempted suicides, promiscuity, and failed relationships, not to mention life-threatening illnesses and painful losses. Even the accumulation of houses, cars, stocks, and financial wealth never seemed to fill the bottomless void in her soul.
In From Riches to True Riches, you will discover that Marie’s journey is not so different than that which many of us have taken before finally discovering the essence of true riches. Over time, Marie learned that true riches are not something you live in, drive, or keep in the bank, but they are the intangible treasures kept deep within the heart.
Not only is Marie’s story one of overcoming incredible odds and becoming successful; it is also one of how she was able to experience the life-changing power of Jesus Christ. She has turned her pain into power and is now a source of strength and encouragement to many who are struggling with issues that she has overcome.
This empowering work will fill you with joy. It will release you from your painful past and equip and arm you for the future.
Pearls of Wisdom
They begin with accepting Jesus as Lord of your life
Relying on God’s power to push you through your pain
Using the Holy Spirit’s strength when you have none
Sharing your riches with others, big or small
Trusting God and praising him during your storm
In everything, give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you
No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper
Greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world
God’s riches at Christ’s expense equal salvation
Overcomers we are through Christ who loves us
Destined for greatness, for “I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord
Like many of us, Marie was deceived into believing that riches only come in the form of tangible things and went after what she refers to as “small riches.” A seemingly never-ending quest that took her from a troubled upbringing in Haiti that included abandonment as well as physical and emotional abuse. After immigrating to America, Marie’s adult life was marked by serial abortions, rapes, attempted suicides, promiscuity, and failed relationships, not to mention life-threatening illnesses and painful losses. Even the accumulation of houses, cars, stocks, and financial wealth never seemed to fill the bottomless void in her soul.
In From Riches to True Riches, you will discover that Marie’s journey is not so different than that which many of us have taken before finally discovering the essence of true riches. Over time, Marie learned that true riches are not something you live in, drive, or keep in the bank, but they are the intangible treasures kept deep within the heart.
Not only is Marie’s story one of overcoming incredible odds and becoming successful; it is also one of how she was able to experience the life-changing power of Jesus Christ. She has turned her pain into power and is now a source of strength and encouragement to many who are struggling with issues that she has overcome.
This empowering work will fill you with joy. It will release you from your painful past and equip and arm you for the future.
Pearls of Wisdom
They begin with accepting Jesus as Lord of your life
Relying on God’s power to push you through your pain
Using the Holy Spirit’s strength when you have none
Sharing your riches with others, big or small
Trusting God and praising him during your storm
In everything, give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you
No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper
Greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world
God’s riches at Christ’s expense equal salvation
Overcomers we are through Christ who loves us
Destined for greatness, for “I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord
261 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 12, 2019
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January 30, 2020
The one thing that we as people forget about when we are having good luck is just as easy as it was for it to come it is just that easy for it to go. Sometimes it seems like the same people have all of the luck and you can't never seem to catch a break, but why is that? It leave you thinking what must I do to get that kind of luck or is that what it is?
Marie Dukes has written an autobiography about her life and her faith. I know that as believers we are told that if we follow God's word and his plan for us that He will never leave us nor forsake us. Marie is showing how HER life was when she decided to take control and how it was when she let GOD lead her. This book is her life and how she conducted her relationship with God. Marie would just like for you to know that she is not perfect and that God has given her favor when SHE followed His word. This is a feel good book (at least it was for me) and will give inspiration to some and guidance to others but I hope by reading this book you will takeaway something from it.
From Riches to True Riches by Marie Cathrie Dukes is available for purchase through Amazon.com(Hardback, paperback and Kindle editions) and BN.com (Hardback, paperback and Nook).
Marie Dukes has written an autobiography about her life and her faith. I know that as believers we are told that if we follow God's word and his plan for us that He will never leave us nor forsake us. Marie is showing how HER life was when she decided to take control and how it was when she let GOD lead her. This book is her life and how she conducted her relationship with God. Marie would just like for you to know that she is not perfect and that God has given her favor when SHE followed His word. This is a feel good book (at least it was for me) and will give inspiration to some and guidance to others but I hope by reading this book you will takeaway something from it.
From Riches to True Riches by Marie Cathrie Dukes is available for purchase through Amazon.com(Hardback, paperback and Kindle editions) and BN.com (Hardback, paperback and Nook).
May 13, 2019
An amazing read. Marie paints a vivid picture of a life filled with a plethora of feelings and emotions...from confusion, to pain and heartbreak, to contentment and pure joy. She shows how a person can take these obstacles and turn them into victory through Jesus Christ. I encourage you to read this story of hope and love...and true riches.
October 20, 2019
I loved this book. The honesty and openness was so profound. I felt her hurt, confusion, determination, and cheered with her when she finally found true love and held on to christ through it all.
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