Selah: 300 Inspirational Proverbs, Quotes, Reflections and Meditations to Motivate and Empower You to Think with a Kingdom Mind-Set

By Jermaine Vaughn

n Selah youll find a handpicked selection of 300 inspirational proverbs, quotes, and meditations. The thoughts expressed in Selah were collected over a period of approximately 10 years from the journal and notes of the author. This book is meant to motivate, empower and even challenge you in your way of thinking to live a life of purpose and victory. How we think inwardly reveals itself by manifesting outwardly in our lives. Selah will inspire you to look at life beyond a superficial lens with a desire to understand the matters of life more in-depth.

Philippians 4:8 English Standard Version
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: Jan 26, 2018
• ISBN: 9781973614265

Jermaine Vaughn

JERMAINE VAUGHN was raised in Oklahoma City, OK where he attended Douglass High School. He attended the University of Central Oklahoma where he earned a bachelors degree in criminal justice. While in college Jermaine received many academic honors to include being published in The National Deans List from 2003-2005. He was also published in The Chancellors List in 2004-2005. Jermaine would also become a member of Phi Theta Kappa International Scholastic Society in 2004. He is currently a student at Southwestern Assemblies of God University pursuing his graduate degree with an emphasis in theology. In 2008 Jermaine accepted his call into ministry and in 2009 he became a licensed minister through Greater Kingdom Works International. He is a visionary and founding member of Harvest Movement International. Jermaine has a passion for evangelism and inspires to equip and send missionaries both locally and internationally along with church planting. Jermaine and his wife, Evelyn, have two children.

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WestBow Press rev. date: 1/26/2018

CONTENTS

Acknowledgements

Introduction

PART I   Quotes And Proverbs

PART II   Thoughts, Reflections, and Meditations

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

First, I’d like to acknowledge and thank God for bringing me to this point today. God’s grace, mercy, and favor have truly worked in harmony throughout my life, and I thank Him for keeping me throughout the years. I thank Him for not only saving me but revealing my destiny and purpose.

I’d also like to thank my parents, Jimmy and Bridget Vaughn, who encouraged me from a very early age to think critically for myself.

I want to also thank my wife, Evelyn Vaughn, who encourages and inspires me daily to pursue my dreams and purpose. She has also given me legacy through our precious children whom we love with all our hearts. I dedicate my first published book to these people whom I love dearly.

Last, I would like to thank the people who will read this book. Your support and interest in what I have to say means more than you know. Thank you!

INTRODUCTION

The meaning of the word Selah itself is a mystery. The exact interpretation and etymology of the word are debated. However, there is enough consistency among interpretations to conclude a general meaning. Selah is a word that suggests validity, importance, and truth. Selah is also a musical term that denotes a musical interlude, pause, or break before moving on to the next verse. The Amplified Bible interprets Selah as "pause, and think of that." It is also understood as stop, listen, and think. Another interpretation can be to stop, to measure and weigh something.

Throughout the years, Jermaine has developed a reputation for wisdom that provokes thought and challenges paradigms that keep people from