Destiny's Cry: A Novel [Paperback]

Derek Jackson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 28, 2002

'In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will--' Ephesians 1:11 (NKJV)A young, backslidden minister . . .An aspiring singer . . .A praying mother . . . Destiny is crying out for them, but will they hear?Destiny's Cry is a story of destiny and the triumph of the human spirit, a story of the power of love.

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About the Author

The new face of Christian fiction, Derek A. Jackson, is a graduate of the University of Houston, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Media Production in the spring of 2001. An entrepreneur, he is a creative consultant and graphic designer; in between his time producing, designing and writing, he is an active member of his local church and spends his leisure traveling, reading, attending sporting events and listening to music. Among his past writing credits are inclusion in Tomorrow Never Knows, a collaborative anthology published by the National Library of Poetry, and numerous online articles and prose submitted for the internet outreach of Triple-C Ministries. Born and raised in Ft. Worth, Texas, he now resides in Houston and is currently at work on his second novel.For more information concerning the author and/or Destiny's Cry, please contact: [e-mail]

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse (May 28, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1403311900
• ISBN-13: 978-1403311900
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 4.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,024,559 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The New Face Of Christian Fiction, August 29, 2002

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Maurice M. Gray, Jr. (New Castle, DE United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Destiny's Cry: A Novel (Paperback)

Derek Jackson enters the world of Christian fiction not with a whimper, but with a bang. Destiny's Cry will make you laugh, cry and shout along with the characters.

Derek did a masterful job of weaving together three dissimilar lives (Terrell, Lauren and Earlene) without losing the flow of the story. Granted Terrell and Lauren are on the same college campus, but they run with totally different crowds, and the fact that their paths ever crossed is nothing short of God in action. Earlene is totally removed from the high-speed campus life, but she exemplifies the power of a praying mother. Her willingness to intercede for her wayward son is nothing short of commendable, and when her life finally intersects with those on campus, it's believable- totally in character for all involved.

Terrell's weariness with his calling to minister is realistic and refreshing.Through him, Derek shows how everyday people can indeed let God use them, and demonstrates effective ministry without being preachy so that even the most down-to-earth man or woman can see Christ in action and not the person doing the talking.

Lauren's total immersion in her lifestyle and her popular crowd is also believable, as is her search for something better once the glitz and glamor lets her down. As a member of a Black Greek organization, I found the depiction of that particular campus subculture very believable.

My only complaint? That the story had to end! I want a sequel!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Can you hear the call?, January 17, 2004

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The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com and BlackBookReviews.net) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Destiny's Cry: A Novel (Paperback)

Imagine what would happen if God were calling you today and you could not hear him. Derek A. Jackson, a newcomer to Christian fiction, has written a novel about heeding God's call in your life. In DESTINY'S CRY, we meet three individuals who are at crossroads in their lives. At a young age, Andre Benders is already a husband and father dealing with the disappointment of not being able to take care of his family. His answer has been more or less to seek solace in the streets. But he has a praying mother who refuses to give him over to the streets. Lauren Dillard, a black college student, is trying to find love, but has been looking in all the wrong places. She is tired of the life she's living but doesn't realize it. Terrell Robinson was once the Chaplain for the Victory Student Fellowship. He feels that he has lost touch with God and is clueless as to how to get it back or even if he wants it back. These three people are obviously in search of something that man cannot give them. How do they solve the mystery of their lives?

Derek A. Jackson has written a powerful and inspirational piece about God's call on our lives and how to answer. We see that God can work divine miracles when a person is at their lowest point in life. He can pull a man from the depths of the streets and a woman from a life of uncertainty and give them each a new joy, if only they would open their hearts to fully receive Him in their lives. Jackson also shows that it is not that God has deserted us, but that He is waiting to see what we do with the gifts He's given us. This was truly an inspiring read, one that I would recommend to both believers and nonbelievers.

Reviewed by Brenda M. Lisbon
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME, December 19, 2002

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Y.S. Jessie "Pearli" (Beaumont, TX.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Destiny's Cry: A Novel (Paperback)

I have been a reader of Christian fiction for years now, and this book did not fail to appease my appetite for more. Through Lauren, I saw how foolish it was to worry about what people thought of me when I wanted to really pursue life as a Christian. But she also showed us that when we endure the trial, we receive victory because of it. She received more than she could ever ask or think once she truly gave her life to the Lord. As a female, I can relate to both her and Terrell, I ran from my calling for a very long time and refused to be categorized as a "Christian" as if it was a bad word. But just like them, I gave in, and I am much happier for doing so. This book was truly awesome indeed and I recommend it to all those that are readers of Christian fiction. You will not be disappointed, I finished it in 1 day!

I cannot wait for the second book
God bless Bro. Derek Jackson!