His Promise . . . 20 Years Later

By Candra Colla Niswanger

This author's story is compelling and heartfelt. She opens her book with an intriguing vision from God and then presents her background and testimony with honesty and enthusiasm. The author is candid about difficult experiences she has had, but she is also optimistic and contagiously excited about her life in Christ. This is a human story that readers will relate to easily, and it is written with inspiring wisdom and authority. The author's skillful use of narrative and her occasional interweaving of Bible verses make her book both moving and useful to read.

"'Trust in Me' - Track 4 on my CD Candra All4Him was the inspiration for my book His Promise. . . 20 Years Later. I know this story will touch your life and encourage you. This song was the first song God placed on my heart of many I have written, and one of the last to be recorded on my recent CD. My hope and prayer is that you will be encouraged and lifted up as you rest in a time of worship and feed your soul with His word and praises." - Candra

The Lord has moved mountains in my life that seemed impossible. Today my son, Payton, is a kind, thoughtful, loving, and a beautiful servant of the Living God who seeks His face in everything he does on a daily basis. Payton has dedicated his life to furthering the Kingdom of God through his music, photography, street ministries, and heart for pastoring.

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: Jan 25, 2011
• ISBN: 9781449705626

Candra Colla Niswanger

Candra is a native of Montana, known for its beautiful landscape and breathtaking “Big Sky” sunsets…it truly is God’s country. Candra has traveled on international and national missions trips to share the love of Christ and be an example of the hands and feet of Jesus. Her heart and inspiration for her book and music and are to encourage and share hope of Christ. Today she is an author, worship pastor, singer, song writer, composer, young adult mentor, and financial advisor. Whether in her own church leading worship or traveling the country as a guest worship pastor or guest speaker, Candra is always seeking to glorify God and reflecting his unconditional love. As a mentor to multiple worship teams, she inspires others to use the gifts God has given them and encourages people to open their hearts to the gospel and God’s grace found in scriptures. Candra has demonstrated that she has the anointing to usher in God’s presence through worship and delights in traveling and ministering to others as a guest worship leader and guest speaker.

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His Promise …

20 Years Later

Candra Colla-Niswanger

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Copyright © 2011 Candra Colla-Niswanger

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ISBN: 978-1-4497-0563-3 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-4497-0562-6 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2011921140

Printed in the United States of America

WestBow Press rev. date: 1/21/2011

Acknowledgements

~Father God and Lord of my Life, thank you for this book, for the story that you crafted from my life experiences. My heartfelt desire is that you receive all the recognition for your hand in my life as we walk this journey together.

To My Family:

~Trevor, I love you so much, and appreciate your direction, support, strength and encouragement. Thank you for always believing in all my dreams. You never stop being open to what the Lord has planned for our lives, and I am so grateful that we get to live life together.

~Payton, Madyson, and Alex, I love you so much. You all have been so amazing in encouraging me, praying with me and believing that this is part of God’s plan. Thank you for all your love and support!

~Barbara, thank you for always being so accepting of my heart, my life and my voice in our journey. You inspire me to love as you have loved me, unconditionally.

~Mom & Dad, thank you for always encouraging me and reminding me I can do anything if I put my mind to it. Sidney, thank you for raising me as your daughter. Your love for the Lord was the seed that planted the harvest He has become in my life today. You have begun a legacy of kingdom builders through us girls, our children and someday our grandchildren.

~ Connie, thank you for the hours of talking and reading to help me get started with this project. You have always been such a huge warrior and cheerleader in my life and I am so grateful for you. I love you!

~ Bromley, thank you for always being such an incredible little sister and friend. I love your heart and compassion for life and love living life with you and your beautiful family.

~ Chrys, Roche, and all my family and friends who have encouraged and believed in me, thank you. I love you all. May you continue to experience a deeper walk with God and have a true understanding of His abundant love for you.

~Doug, thank you for not having listened to my plea for silence but ended up calling your mom and dad. I am grateful to the Lord that you were bold to walk strong in so many areas when I was weak and paralyzed with fear. Thank you!

Preface

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