"I simply have never met a more brave and wonderful person than Janet Eckles. She has every reason to live her life with fear and misery, yet lives it with faith and joy. Her book shows you a deep, heart-wrenching glimpse of the overwhelming tragedies she has faced and how she has gained victory over them through the power and healing of Jesus Christ." —DR. BEN LERNER New York Times Best Selling Author Body by God: The Owner's Manual for Maximized Living "Life is not about what you cannot do because of circumstances out of your control. Success comes when you recognize what you can do because of what God has given you." —Jan Eckles Whether you have been faced with blindness, cancer, depression, fear, loneliness, or the pain of losing a child, Jan invites you to walk with her down the path to complete healing, peace, serenity, and incredible success.
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"Someday, honey, we'll visit the beautiful places along the Mississippi River where Tom Sawyer lived," my mom said as she braided my black hair while seated outside in the back of our old home in Bolivia.
I was only 12 when her dreams came true. In 1964 my family and I emigrated from Bolivia and St. Louis, Missouri, became our new home.
Wonder and prosperity filled Janet's new life. Her name on the honor roll and popularity with boys traced memories of her school years. And after graduating from college, she married her blue-eyed gringo. Three beautiful sons completed the family and promises of joy painted the horizon.
But instead of joy, her world crumbled--at 31 years of age--complete blindness, financial devastation and years later, the murder of her youngest son. The world brought gloom, but Christ brought grace and freedom from despair.
Today, she writes without sight, but with insight to help you "see" the best of life.
Her writing sings with the richness of two cultures. The details in her stories teach the tenacity to triumph. And her life experiences paint a blend of Latina passion wrapped in biblical insights.
These unique traits with warm and sometimes sweet sass enrich the content of her two books: Trials of Today, Treasures for Tomorrow, 2004 and Simply Salsa, 2011.
As an international speaker, writer and columnist, Janet has contributed stories in 17 books, in 20 Chicken Soup for the Soul best-selling titles, Guidepost Magazine and hundreds of periodicals.
Her writing, keynote messages, radio, and TV interviews carry one message: Life is not what you cannot do in circumstances out of your control, but success comes when you recognize what you can do with what God has given you.
In her passionate, amiga-to-amiga style, Janet's blogs inspire her readers with real-life issues, a touch of humor and practical steps to triumph over daily burdens.
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AN INSPIRING MESSAGE OF HOPE FOR THOSE WHO GRIEVE,
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If you or someone you know has ever gone through a rough time, sometimes nothing seems to help except words from someone who has also been through it. Often, the only way to access a person who has encountered a similar situation is through reading a book. In Jan Eckle's book, she shares with you her personal pain and triumph in order to help you learn how to overcome your own adversities.
Jan's story begins at the age of twelve, as she moves from La Paz, Bolivia to the U.S. We enjoy reading the background of her life as we approach the defining moments that led her to write this book. She takes you briefly through her college years, shares how she met her husband, and how she at last fulfilled her dream of becoming a mother. While Jan was still young in her early 30s, something tragic happened that would change her life forever. She began to lose her eyesight. In the chapter, "Living in Darkness," she describes the shock she felt when her doctor first told her that she was going to gradually lose all ability to see. At the time, she was the mother of three active boys, and it was terrifying to not be able to see them anymore. The day came when she realized it was too dangerous for her to drive her own car, and she mourned the loss of independence of being able to drive her sons to their sporting events and activities. Yet because of her suffering, Jan realized that her physical lack of sight was nothing compared to her spiritual darkness. She shares her amazing testimony in the chapter, "Salvation." Jan's vision may have diminished, but her heart began to "see" things she'd never understood before. She writes, "Climbing slowly out of this dark and cold place, I began to walk with Him, warmed by the light of His Word. My heart began to fill with peace, a peace beyond what I could understand." Her changed heart led her to a lifelong thirst for scripture - and instead of being able to read it, she listened to hours and hours of sermons on the radio. As a blind person, Jan had to learn how to run her household - she learned to find things and even cook in complete darkness! And she discovered a talent she didn't know she had: the ability to interpret very quickly between the Spanish and English languages. She's won many high awards in her career as an interpreter. Her book gave me details into how a blind person uses a computer. If you have children who are studying blindness in school, TRIALS OF TODAY, TREASURES FOR TOMORROW will give them an in-depth glimpse into the tools of modern technology that enable a handicapped person to live and thrive like anyone else. They may even become interested in reading books out loud to record for the blind. Then another tragedy struck her family on Sept. 7, 2002. Her precious college-age son, Joe, was killed in an accident. Jan's sorrow over the death of her son and how she overcame this suffering are what led her to write this book. She was completely overwhelmed and had nowhere to turn but to God, the Giver of all Comfort. From the love and healing she received from her Savior, Jan now lives to offer a message of hope to other people who grieve. I couldn't put this book down. Jan's faith inspired mine in so many ways. Her storytelling techniques drew me in completely, and she has the gift of telling truth in love that so many people need to hear. I would give this book to anyone who is going through a difficult transition or loss in life. The author shares how the truths in scripture set her free from a life of feeling sorry for herself. She relies on hope in God to give her an inward joy that is contagious. - Reviewed by Heather Ivester
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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A True Treasure,
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Trials of Today, Treasures for Tomorrow is a lift-changing book. Who can read this story of faith and courage without seeing the power of God? Janet Eckles has had more devastating challenges in her lifetime than most of us will ever see. Yet through her faith in God and her refusal to let circumstances dictate her joy in Jesus Christ, she sets an uncomplaining example worthy of being followed. This book is a true treasure written in such a real way that only the hardest heart could fail to be moved, changed, and delivered from depression and sorrow. Read it today. It will lift your heart to God.
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What a joy it was to read how God worked in the life of Jan. It was refreshing to see her honesty as she revealed intimate details of her walk with the Lord. God has truly blessed her and she has chosen to look beyond physical difficulties and family loss.
This book will not only encourage those who face trials but offer hope in God's eternal love toward all of us. Jan is a true example of a child of God.
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