Seeing through the Lies , livre ebook

2007 Vonda Skelton. Published in association with William K. Jensen Literary Agency, Eugene, Oregon.
Published by Revell a division of Baker Publishing Group P.O. Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287 www.revellbooks.com
Revell edition published 2014
ISBN 978-1-4412-2568-9
Previously published by Regal Books
Ebook edition originally created 2011
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PRAISE FOR
Seeing Through the Lies
In Seeing Through the Lies , Vonda Skelton lovingly leads us past personal masquerades into fields of biblical truth—and all with grace, humor and poignant confession.
Sandra P. Aldrich
Author, From One Single Mother to Another
Seeing Through the Lies is a much-needed guide that will help women navigate the rough terrain of modern life. Vonda has a warm, down-to-earth style that addresses serious concepts in girlfriend language. This book has practical, biblical answers to real-world questions.
Nancy C. Anderson
Marriage Expert and Author, Avoiding the Greener Grass Syndrome: How to Grow Affair-Proof Hedges Around Your Marriage
Vonda’s humor and experience provide a fresh approach to age-old issues that continue to plague women today. I found myself laughing out loud and identifying with many illustrations. Women’s ministry leaders will enjoy using this book as a tool to stimulate discussion of hot topics.
Anne Beck
Women’s Ministry Consultant, Carolina Baptist Association
Volunteer Women’s Ministry Coordinator, North Carolina Women’s Missionary Union
Seeing Through the Lies is not only captivating but also eye opening. This is an extremely important book written in a heartfelt way that teaches us how to dispense with the lies of the world, the flesh and the devil so that we can live in freedom in Jesus Christ.
Dr. Ted Baehr
Founder and Publisher, Movieguide Magazine
Chairman, Christian Film and Television Commission
With a gutsy, girlfriend-we’re-in-this-together voice, Seeing Through the Lies exposes the lies of Satan while embracing the truth of God’s Word. You’ll be laughing one minute and crying the next, but don’t let that fool you. Just when you least expect it, Vonda’s message is going to grab your heart—and it’s not going to let it go.
Allison Bottke
Author, God Allows U-Turns
As I read Vonda’s book, I had a knowing smile on my face—that is, when I wasn’t rolling my eyes at myself because she had “caught” me right in the middle of the very life she’s writing about! Vonda speaks the truth at a very deep level, but it was able to sink in at a faster rate because she had already opened my soul with her exquisite humor. This is a book for anyone who wants to have a conversation over coffee with a wise and loving friend.
Dr. Robin Chaddock
Certified Life Coach and Speaker
Author, 12 Great Choices Smart Moms Make
I checked my Bible concordance … “easy” and “fair” are not there! Vonda helps us get a grip and find our footing so that reality doesn’t knock us out … and she does it with giggles and grace. Her light touch combined with her deep heart make this book worth embracing.
Patsy Clairmont
Author, Dancing Bones … Living Lively in the Valley
Caution! Reading this book will have an immediate impact on your life! Vonda makes us aware of how effective Satan’s lies are in our daily walk and why we hide behind masks. Through her lighthearted and honest way of dealing with nitty-gritty realities, she equips us with simple, immediate steps to implement and take us straight to God’s grace! No masks required for God’s unconditional love … only freedom to soar and be the real you!
Annetta Dellinger
Joyologist and Author/Speaker, Be Joyful … Who Me? Mini Joy-Spirations Series
In this beautiful book, Vonda brilliantly interweaves candid humor with lifechanging truth. For women of all ages who struggle with knowing who they are in Christ, this book not only reveals the lies women often believe but also demonstrates soul-searching hope and reality of possibility when we learn to see ourselves as God sees us.
Susan Duke
Speaker and Author, Grieving Forward and Earth Angels
Vonda Skelton has penned a funny, honest and practical book that touches on many of the issues Christian women face in their daily lives. She stepped on my toes a few times—but I was glad for the pain, because her truth telling comes from a thorough knowledge of Scripture. If you long to be free from the lies that entrap you, run out today and get Vonda’s book.
Dena Dyer
Coauthor, The Groovy Chicks’ Road Trip to Peace and The Groovy Chicks’ Road Trip to Love
If you’ve ever longed for a godly but gentle mentor to walk beside you in life’s journey, you’ve just discovered one within the pages of this book! Vonda’s wise, welcoming and witty words will help keep your feet and heart confidently striding on the straight and narrow path—the one illuminated by the liberating, life-giving truths of our God.
Karen Ehman
Author, A Life That Says Welcome and The Complete Guide to Getting and Staying Organized National Speaker, Proverbs 31 Ministries and Hearts at Home
A remarkable work of honesty, humor and help for women who are caught in a web of half-truths and whole lies and those who desire to hold the truth of God in their hearts.
Eva Marie Everson
Author, Oasis: A Spa for Body and Soul
Vonda challenges and cheers women on to a better life. Her friendly, no-nonsense, thought-provoking style will encourage and inspire women to discover the fulfilling life and inner peace they have been looking for.
Pam Farrel
Bestselling Author, Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti, Fantastic After 40 and 10 Best Decisions a Woman Can Make
Founder, Seasoned Sisters
Vonda Skelton is living proof that big things come in small packages. This darling of a woman may be tiny in stature, but she has a heart for God as big as the wide, open sky. With warmth and practical, keen insights, Vonda reminds women in all seasons of life that we can trust in God’s loving faithfulness. This book will encourage your heart and change your life!
Sharon Hoffman
President, GIFTed Living Ministries
Author, The Gifted Woman
I never realized how prevalent half-truths are in our society. But as Vonda shows us, a half-truth is still a lie—and God hates any form of a lie. I couldn’t stop reading this insightful book, and I highly recommend you do the same. Truth is just too important in our lives to only use a part of it!
Lane P. Jordan
National Speaker and Author, 12 Steps to Becoming a More Organized Woman and 12 Steps to Becoming a More Organized Mom
In Seeing Through the Lies, Vonda Skelton addresses the core issues at the root of the problems most women face. After speaking to numerous women’s groups herself, Vonda knows how to write in a way that connects to the female reader. This is not a doctrinal treatise, nor a psychological tome. It is fresh, real and delightful reading that is enjoyable and enlightening!
Florence Littauer
Founder, The CLASSeminar
Speaker and Author, Silver Boxes and Personality Plus
Our culture bombards us daily with messages—some true, some masquerading as truth. Some of the lies come from good sources such as the Church. While these lies may seem unimportant, they cause harm to our expectations, leading to disappointment and depression. Whether you are already in a place of disillusionment or are just discouraged, let Vonda lift you up with her light, easy-reading approach to seeing through the lies.
Marita Littauer
President, CLASServices Inc.
Speaker and Author, Wired That Way and Communication Plus
Seeing Through the Lies is not just down-to-earth writing, but down-to-earth wind-and-fire writing. Vonda Skelton is a gutsy, real, breath-of-fresh-air fireball. Earthy, wind-swept in that her words move quickly, and fire-filled. Christ Himself lit a fire under her, and in this book she shares it all, bless her heart.
Patricia Lorenz
Art-of-Living Writer and Speaker
Author, Life’s Too Short to Fold Your Underwear
With delightful humor and keen insight, Vonda shares her experiences and helps us see through the deceptions in our own lives. This is a wonderful book that will bring you encouragement to step out from behind the lies.
Nancy Stafford
Actress (Co-star of Matlock ) and Speaker
Author, Beauty by the Book: Seeing Yourself as God Sees You and
The Wonder of His Love: A Journey into the Heart of God
Do you want to learn from someone who is boldly truthful about the lies that she has overcome? Then read Seeing Through the Lies . God’s spirit blows through the chapters of this breakthrough book. I didn’t want this masterful and life-changing book to end!
Jennifer Thomas, PhD
Coauthor, The Five Languages of Apology
This book is lovingly dedicated to my partner in life and love: my husband, Gary. You are more than I could have ever hoped for, so much more than I deserve. God certainly smiled on me that day in Miss Fraser’s typi