Book Intro
Every person on the face of the planet is hard-wired from the factory of heaven with dreams, hopes, gifts and callings to accomplish God's purpose and destiny. We are birthed with a wide-eyed, childlike wonder and expectancy that we are involved in something much larger than ourselves.
As children, we knew in our hearts that there was a purpose and destiny to be discovered and released. Back then, life was an adventure. We looked around every corner for the next exciting thing. As adults, our lives evolve into a series of calculated risks. The adventure is removed and the expectation dies.
We were created for adventure, to be daring, bold, fabulous and remarkable. We were destined to reflect the unique expression of God Almighty!
However, life has a way of short-circuiting that original wiring. It seems the older we get, the less dreaming we do. We grow up, but in the wrong way. Over time our mind takes over and our heart and spirit die. The result: We are alive but not really living.
You will discover in the pages of this book that nothing in your heart has stunned God or caught Him off-guard. Nothing in your past, present or your future has deterred God's plan and purpose for you. Your God-given destiny can be found in one place ... The Original Sanctuary -- your heart.
Table of Contents
Tales from the DitchThe Tree HouseHard-Wired from the FactoryI'm Fine ... ReallyNaked or Neck-edIt's Just a ThoughtThe Electric ChairPull Up a ChairA Trip to the Tree House
About the Authors
Marc Owings is the founder of Elevate Him Ministries in Fort Worth, Texas. Marc has been happily married for 15 years to Leslie and is the father of two children, Tucker and Ellie Grace. Whether speaking or writing, Marc has a passionate and transparent approach to sharing his personal story of freedom. With love and humor he reminds us all that God can absolutely use our weaknesses, strengths and personaliities to glorify Himself. Marc will encourage and motivate you to discover the one-of-a-kind rhythm for your life in Christ.
David Terry is a businessman, speaker, teacher, and author. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife of 21 years, April and son, Gibson. He is the owner of Terry Builders, Inc. and The Milagro Investment Group. David holds degrees in both business and religion. His unique style will inspire you with quick wit and biblical authenticity. David has a rare gift to distill the deep things of God into easily applied truths for your daily walk with Jesus Christ.
David Terry is a businessman, speaker, teacher, and author. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife of 21 years, April and son, Gibson. He is the owner of Terry Builders, Inc. and The Milagro Investment Group. David holds degrees in both business and religion. His unique style will inspire you with quick wit and biblical authenticity. David has a rare gift to distill the deep things of God into easily applied truths for your daily walk with Jesus Christ.
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“’The Original Sanctuary’ is not for someone who has life figured out and all together. Which means that it was totally for me…someone whose life is really good but who deep down in their “knower” senses that something is not quite right. The only way that I can describe my take on Marc and David’s honesty is that I had scabs picked off and raw skin exposed. Painful…yep BUT, then I went to the Doctor and HE began to heal me. Simple stories, honest lives, light shining in dark places. Painful, wonderful, absolutely worth the read and the life."
Richard L. Henderson - Founder, Fellowship of the Sword
“The Original Sanctuary is a must-read for people of all walks. The transparency and depth that David and Marc exemplify are so refreshing in our shallow world. This kind of open and honest communication about the battles we all fight is so important for people to hear. I am not alone in my fights, and I am not the only one who is thinking and feeling the way I do. The truth communicated through their life stories and God’s Word will absolutely set the captives free. My life has been forever changed by God speaking and working through David Terry. Thank you, David and Marc, for your vulnerability and courage to display your garbage for His glory! Freedom, victory and your whole heart are here at your fingertips…this will be the best $17 you ever spent!”
Jeff Lucas – CEO, Yield Clothing Company
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