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Angel in Aisle 3: The True Story of a Mysterious Vagrant, a Convicted Bank Executive, and the Unlikely Friendship That Saved Both Their Lives
Angel in Aisle 3: The True Story of a Mysterious Vagrant, a Convicted Bank Executive, and the Unlikely Friendship That Saved Both Their Lives
Angel in Aisle 3: The True Story of a Mysterious Vagrant, a Convicted Bank Executive, and the Unlikely Friendship That Saved Both Their Lives
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Angel in Aisle 3: The True Story of a Mysterious Vagrant, a Convicted Bank Executive, and the Unlikely Friendship That Saved Both Their Lives

Written by Kevin West and Frederick Edwards

Narrated by Gary Galone

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When Kevin West resigned from his job as vice president of a bank in 1998 after making fraudulent loans, he spent the time before his trial managing a family-owned, small grocery store in Ironton, Ohio. Dealing with serious marriage problems and with a prison sentence almost certainly in his future, Kevin was overcome with remorse and without a scrap of hope. It was at his lowest moment that Kevin called out to a power beyond himself for help, and God answered his prayer in the form of an elderly vagrant named Don.

When Don saw Kevin's open Bible on the counter next to the register, the untidy, long-haired indigent took the opportunity to share Bible wisdom and life-giving truths that changed Kevin's life. Finding a sense of peace in their conversation, Kevin offered Don a few basic groceries and an invitation to continue their conversation the next day. What began as a chance meeting between two individuals whose lives seemed headed for certain ruin turns into an unlikely bond of friendship that saved them both.
LanguageEnglish
Release dateDec 29, 2015
ISBN9781515970866
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Kevin West

Kevin West has recently served as executive pastor of Christ Temple Church in Huntington, West Virginia, and is now president of Kevin West Ministries, senior pastor of Expression Church of Huntington, and a business owner. He speaks internationally and can be heard on his daily radio program, Real Life with Kevin West, and on his hour-long program, Morning Shift with Kevin West: Renewing Your Thoughts and Transforming Your Life. Visit him online at KevinWest.org.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    Title: A Cup of Dust (A Novel of the Dust Bowl)Author: Susie FinkbeinerPages: 320Year: 2015Publisher: KregelMy rating is 4 stars.Like the author I really don’t remember being taught much about the Dust Bowl. As I have gotten older and through various mediums I keep learning more and finding works of fiction that share more of what happened. I cannot imagine having a dust storm that literally turns the day to night and dirt getting into everything no matter how hard one tries to keep it out of the house.Here we meet a family of four that has been surviving the dust storms and sharing what they have with anyone who has need. Besides most businesses in town being shut down and families moving on, there seems to be a constant and changing influx of hobos. The one that terrorizes the Spence family is a man named Eddie, and he specifically focus’s all his attention and intentions on Pearl the youngest daughter in the family.Mary is the mother who takes care of the home and two daughters, the oldest is named Violet Jean. Mary cares for her mother in-law who lives with them and has a wonderful relationship with the Lord, spending her days helping in the house. Thomas is the father of the family, the local sheriff and cares for any remaining people in the town of Red River. There is a mystery as to why Eddie focuses on Pearl and seems bent on terrorizing her and a woman of the night called Winnie.The pastor of this town seems to constantly be preaching that the reason for the lack of rain is due to the congregation’s sins. He preaches about hell and damnation, but not about God’s love, forgiveness and grace. The pastor’s wife is said to be mad though no one knows why; however, there is little tidbit about her past and that she used to practice witchcraft. Out of all the characters in the novel, he is one I liked the least. He seemed the least caring of the town folk too. Of course, his past occupation was working as a ringmaster in a circus, so maybe that carries on into his new occupation as a pastor.Some of the novel will really show sacrificial love, protection of loved ones from evil or harm, restoration and redemption. I love how Violet Jean, though considered a simpleton, seems to at times grasp what is happening around her and then acts in a very loving way. I hope you make time to read about this fictional family and are reminded of the historical event of the Dust Bowl looking into what else occurred to towns and people. I would love to get the photography books the author mentions, which I think would really make an impact on who ever looks through them. Perhaps we all might be more thankful and less self-centered. I know I want to be more concerned about others not when it is easy, but when it is harder…more like Jesus.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    This book shows how God works in our lives in ways that we least expect it and can direct us to where we need to be if we are open and willing to listen to his messengers.

    In this book, Kevin West, is a disgraced banker who knows he was wrong and is willing to take his punishment. He has a loving family (wife Leesa, daughters Lindsey and Lauren as well as wonderful parents, sister and cousins) who support him unconditionally. When Kevin leaves the bank he buys a small corner store to help his family survive and not lose the life they are accustomed to. One day, a man walks into his store. He is dirty, smelly, hairy, walks with a limp and has few teeth. Kevin does not judge him but asks him how he can help him. When Don sees Kevin's bible on the counter he comments about what a great book it is and how it talks about Jesus from Genesis to Revelations. Kevin asks what he means and so begins a friendship that changes both their lives. Kevin eventually ends up in prison and runs several bible studies. He becomes a leader and when he is released 4 months early, the men are happy for him, but unhappy for themselves. This was an unexpected story that I really enjoyed and it reaffirmed by faith and belief in God.

    I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Title: A Cup of Dust (A Novel of the Dust Bowl)Author: Susie FinkbeinerPages: 320Year: 2015Publisher: KregelMy rating is 4 stars.Like the author I really don’t remember being taught much about the Dust Bowl. As I have gotten older and through various mediums I keep learning more and finding works of fiction that share more of what happened. I cannot imagine having a dust storm that literally turns the day to night and dirt getting into everything no matter how hard one tries to keep it out of the house.Here we meet a family of four that has been surviving the dust storms and sharing what they have with anyone who has need. Besides most businesses in town being shut down and families moving on, there seems to be a constant and changing influx of hobos. The one that terrorizes the Spence family is a man named Eddie, and he specifically focus’s all his attention and intentions on Pearl the youngest daughter in the family.Mary is the mother who takes care of the home and two daughters, the oldest is named Violet Jean. Mary cares for her mother in-law who lives with them and has a wonderful relationship with the Lord, spending her days helping in the house. Thomas is the father of the family, the local sheriff and cares for any remaining people in the town of Red River. There is a mystery as to why Eddie focuses on Pearl and seems bent on terrorizing her and a woman of the night called Winnie.The pastor of this town seems to constantly be preaching that the reason for the lack of rain is due to the congregation’s sins. He preaches about hell and damnation, but not about God’s love, forgiveness and grace. The pastor’s wife is said to be mad though no one knows why; however, there is little tidbit about her past and that she used to practice witchcraft. Out of all the characters in the novel, he is one I liked the least. He seemed the least caring of the town folk too. Of course, his past occupation was working as a ringmaster in a circus, so maybe that carries on into his new occupation as a pastor.Some of the novel will really show sacrificial love, protection of loved ones from evil or harm, restoration and redemption. I love how Violet Jean, though considered a simpleton, seems to at times grasp what is happening around her and then acts in a very loving way. I hope you make time to read about this fictional family and are reminded of the historical event of the Dust Bowl looking into what else occurred to towns and people. I would love to get the photography books the author mentions, which I think would really make an impact on who ever looks through them. Perhaps we all might be more thankful and less self-centered. I know I want to be more concerned about others not when it is easy, but when it is harder…more like Jesus.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”