The King... Of The Peripheries

By George Calleja

Mankind. Humanity. Ever since the creation of man, ever since man started to discover the earth, ever since he reached every corner of the world, man has ventured out to conquer land, to develop himself and his surroundings. Over the centuries, ever since Adam and Eve, ever since the first fall of man from his Creator, man has faced the pain of suffering which is with us till this present day.

Man has always strived to improve his life, has been attentive to safeguard himself, his family, his land, his country. History has shown us how man has ruled the world. Kingdoms were set up in every continent, ruling for power, to safeguard their land, to safeguard their wealth.

Kings have come and gone. The world has seen different kings across the globe. Kings whose life is known for their good deeds to mankind, other kings who brought destruction to their kingdom.

The world has evolved, has changed. Kings are not as powerful as they used to be. Kings are much less numerous today, having less powers, because the world has developed its political systems, where nowadays Presidents and Prime Ministers have the duty of leading their countries. But still the world talks about kings. Nowadays it is more common to talk about the king of rock ‘n roll, the king of football, the king of boxing, with full admiration of their respective followers. But still, these kings reign for a time in their particular environment and eventually fade away like all other kings, and what remains is their name written and imprinted in history.

As long as planet Earth exists, kings will come and go, and all would have one thing in common: that their reign is limited for a time period, only in this world. But, as long as the planet exists, and indeed beyond that time, there will be only one King who will reign forever. This King will reign all over the entire Earth, will reign without limitations of time and borders, will reign forever and beyond the universe.

This King is the King of the peripheries.

• Language: English
• Publisher: George Calleja
• Release date: Nov 26, 2021
• ISBN: 9781005978389

George Calleja

During the years 1990 to 1996 I was a full time missionary with ‘The International Catholic Programme for Evangelization - ICPE’ and have evangelized in various countries, such as Russia, Ghana, Poland, Germany, and Malta amongst others. Since 1997, I am married and am an active member of the Focolare Movement in Malta.During the six years of my life as a missionary with ICPE’, to share His Love in different countries, I did face the challenge of saying ‘Yes’ to Him. It was a difficult decision to make, as I had to leave everything behind: my family, my friends, giving up my job... But as I had a deep faith in Him, I told Him 'Yes’... I will follow You... trusting, that he would take care of me in all aspects of my life. That prayer of mine opened the doors for me to give my ‘Yes’ to Him... to follow Him.In the following six years as a missionary, and also after that time, Jesus has always taken care of me, has always provided me with blessings and grace, and has also taken care of me financially. Through faith, and my personal relationship with Him, He has taught me how to trust Him, and how to really follow Him freely and in peace.During my time as a missionary with ‘ICPE’, I recall going through different sacrifices. There were times when as a group we performed a mime in the streets of Germany and other countries, to bring forth the message of Salvation, together with our testimonies and preaching. It wasn’t the first time that people watching us made fun of us, laughed at us and ridiculed us. I used to feel the pain... but during the same occasion, I would see other people receiving our message of hope and desiring Jesus... that would encourage me to keep on going spreading the Good News!Many times, I have turned to Him in prayer for direction in life. He has always shown me the way in these situations. He has shown me what to do and what to say.My recent experience of Jesus showing me the way, is precisely of writing Christian books. Since the early nineties when I was a missionary, I always felt this desire inside me to write books with a Christian theme. I never really understood what this meant, or maybe I did not take up the challenge at that time. Maybe, I never had the time to do it! Still, over these years I kept feeling that He wanted it from me! Since that time, it has always been in my heart... but it was never fulfilled!My ‘Yes’ to take up this challenge happened in November 2014, and since then, I have published 15 Christian books. God has paved the way for me to do it. I do sacrifice myself to write these books, as it needs time to write and to publish. But, I thank Him, that through this challenge, although it is tough, it is also peaceful and it is rewarding to see other people appreciating my work, and receiving the messages I write... which are based on Jesus’ love to us, that is, His Salvation.My writings are a simple message of encouragement for life, to make the reader think about what life is all about, and to give the reader a challenge to live life through God's Love. My writings are based on my Christian values, and I try to reach out to all people in the world, whatever their belief is, as I believe that every person is able to love his neighbour. So through my writings, I present the message to the readers to have this personal relationship with God and to love every person through God's love.So, I do appreciate your prayers and support, that I may continue to publish Christian books. And finally I hope that you enjoy my writings and be blessed by reading them.If you want to contact me personally please email me at :- [e-mail]

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The KING … of the peripheries

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Extract of praise to George Calleja

Emmaus… in today’s society

I certainly encourage anyone to read this book and to be hopeful of their own journey back to God. God bless you and thank you George.

BY: SUSAN FARRUGIA

Her Silence

This work is a well-written personal testimonial of a special relationship with the Mother of God.

BY: LAWRENCE JAKOWS

Spiritual Reflections

George Calleja’s book, Spiritual Reflections, would be a great read for any Christian, be they

young or old.

BY: BRITTANY LEWIS

Waking up the sleeping giant

I am giving this book a 4 star because I don't like to give 5 stars to religious books because many don't believe and have a hard time connecting with a book like this.

BY: P.S.WINN

Heal my wounds

Really a great book, enjoyed the insights about healing, suffering and hope.

BY: FATHER STEPHEN GEMME

Taste and see that the Lord is Good

It is a little book that is full of much wisdom.

BY: AMY

Yes… I will follow Him

What touched me the most is the story of the author's personal response of Yes. His story proved that there is a God and He is always there for each and every one of us.

BY: IRENE KUEH

My little book of daily prayer

Find peace, love and inspiration in this great little book of heart touching prayers.

BY: P.S.WINN

The Beatitudes… The Blessings from the Sermon on the Mount

The book was helpful and positive. It is easy to read and understand. It makes you want to be a better person and be closer to Jesus. I definitely recommend that you read this book!

BY: ROBERT A. HUNT

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Books published by George Calleja

‘Emmaus… in today’s society’ – November 2020

‘Come to Me’ – September 2019

‘Her Silence’ – January 2019

‘In His image’ – June 2018

‘Spiritual Reflections’ – December 2017

‘Waking up the sleeping giant’ – July 2017

'Heal my Wounds' - February 2017

'The Light' - September 2016

'Taste and see that the Lord is good' - April 2016

'My Little Book