Seeds of Life

By Edward D. Jones

This book is a small guide to having a healthier lifestyle. It is based on the life experiences and knowledge about health and fitness from Mr. Jones, who although is not a health professional or fitness expert felt compelled to put into writing his thoughts on how to have a healthier life both physically an spiritually. Filed with scriptures and prayers, Minister Jones, hopes this book will inspire, uplift and encourage.

 

Seeds of Life is not intended to replace medical advice, and as always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet or exercise program.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Edward D. Jones
• Release date: Mar 24, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215955727

Edward D. Jones

Born in Savannah, Georgia to  Mrs. Thelma and Mr. Jonas Jones, Edward, one of 12 children, has always been a pioneer and creative thinker.  At a young age he was one of the first to integrate a local store in their community. As a young man he would join the Army where he served during the Vietnam War. Afterwards, he moved to New York where he met many artists and civil rights legends. He even met Muhammad Ali. During this time, he would marry Doris Johnson from his hometown and they would have one child. While working as a building manager, he realized his call into the ministry. He went to a New York Theological school and became an ordained minister.  After his retirement, and over 30 years in the big city, Edward decided to move back to Savannah to care for his mother and be closer to family. Even after retirement, Edward would go on to become an entrepreneur by starting his own maintenance and construction company. This book is his first as an author. It is a compilation of his knowledge and experience with health and nutrition, diet and exercise much of which he learned during his military service. The prayers and scriptures included, are apart of his God given desire to inspire, encourage and uplift. He says prayer is the most important thing you can do before making life decisions, and through challenging times. His prayer is that all of the information in this guide is a blessing to those who read it.

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*This book is not intended to take the place of medical advice and/or treatment from a trained healthcare professional such as your physician, specialist(s) or other qualified health professional. Always consult your physician before you begin or attempt any dietary changes or exercise programs.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

This book is dedicated to:

My mother, Thelma, father, Jonas, and stepfather who raised me to be a loving son, a hardworking man who put God first, followed by family and country.

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My eleven brothers and sisters, some who are no longer with us for their support and encouragement throughout the years.

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My children and grandchildren, who inspire and motivate me everyday to continue to grow and learn.

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Most importantly, God, who gives me life everyday more abundantly, who blessed me to work many years without illness. Who allowed me to learn many skills and meet countless people, whether as a Soldier, a building manager or as a Minister

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I pray this book is a Blessing to all who read it and apply its principles, scriptures and prayers to their lives.

CHAPTER ONE: Prayer, Faith & Benefits

A dynamic combination when combined

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1

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Prayer - Talking with God.

Prayer should be a part of our daily life.  When we pray (talk to God) we should come before him in all honesty just as we are.  You see He knows us better than we know ourselves, because he created us.  Most importantly, he knows our hearts.  This is why we must come before him in truth.  Whatever your situation may be, just come to him.

You don’t have to make an appointment to speak to him and you can trust him with everything.

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