After I Left It at the Altar

By Elvin B. Owens

Do you feel burdened by mistakes or unforgiveness? Sometimes it seems that those burdens are too much for us to handle on our own. In Elvin B. Owens's After I Left It at the Altar, discover how surrendering your life to God and accepting Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior allows you to lay all the weights of life down and mov

• Language: English
• Publisher: Purposely Created Publishing Group
• Release date: May 27, 2021
• ISBN: 9781644843864

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AFTER I LEFT IT AT THE ALTAR

Copyright © 2021 Elvin B. Owens

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DEDICATION

I first would like to dedicate this book to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Without Him, this could not be possible. He kneeled with me and has walked with me from the very moment that I left it at the altar. I would also like to dedicate this to my parents, C. Elvin and Evora E. Owens. You two have always been there loving and guiding me, always protecting me even when I was wrong. Your love has never changed. And to all my supporters, which are far too many to name, thank you all for the push.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword

Introduction

The Process

Ownership

The Promise

The Commitment

The Responsibility

Stewardship

Reaching for More

Closing Thoughts

About the Author

FOREWORD

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Elvin B. Owens writes a powerful narrative about the process of discovery when that still, small voice inside all of us begins to speak loudly. The choice is to hear and obey or ignore and deny. We are in a time and season for accountability and focus. I believe that these words will inspire you and be the basis of conversation for days to come. He challenges us to look at ourselves with a critical eye and make the necessary adjustments. Prayer is the key. You will feel the passion, the wisdom, and the victories won during the restoration process. A life well-lived requires the willingness to accept God’s love and timing because He is always waiting for us to shift and restart when we are not in His will. Rest assured, you will feel the determination of Elvin’s quest and the victory that he experiences. Just know that the journey with the Lord is not always easy, but He always makes the result rewarding. Be blessed on your path to renewal.

Steven A. Johnson, DMin, MDiv

INTRODUCTION

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Upon my return to the church, I noticed something that many were experiencing without understanding how to handle it. If I could explain what they had to look forward to, then there were people that I could help. My desire to help came with the hope that no one should give up when something does not go according to their plan while following Christ. Additionally, I also wanted to encourage those who have been on their journey for some time. I was unsure how I would connect with the people, but God sent a