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    From a Cry of Anguish to a Shout of Praise: Poetry and Prose for the Hard Times in Life
    From a Cry of Anguish to a Shout of Praise: Poetry and Prose for the Hard Times in Life
    From a Cry of Anguish to a Shout of Praise: Poetry and Prose for the Hard Times in Life
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    From a Cry of Anguish to a Shout of Praise: Poetry and Prose for the Hard Times in Life

    By Crystal J. Ortmann

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    Feeling weary of life? Is it all too much? Allow this book to bring you encouragement as you walk in faith through the dark valleys. Learn that hope and joy are possible, no matter how great the problem. Join the author on her journey from her own cry of anguish to her shout of praise. You are not alone. It is possible for you too.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWestBow Press
    Release dateNov 27, 2012
    ISBN9781449781095
    From a Cry of Anguish to a Shout of Praise: Poetry and Prose for the Hard Times in Life
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    Crystal J. Ortmann

    Crystal Ortmann knows how it feels to be in a dark place. She has personally experienced the darkness of depression and many painful trials. Personally convinced that every part of life, no matter how devastating, when given over to God, is redeemable, she has found a place of joy and blessing in the Lord. Crystal is a homemaker and freelance writer. She has a ministry of encouragement to those who are hurting. Crystal and her husband, Frank, live in the Portland metro area of Oregon. She loves photography, nature, and writing. “It’s refreshing to have someone so willing to be vulnerable for the good of others.” Toni

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