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Louise is the youngest of eight children and is sure her folks didn’t leap for joy when they found she was on the way. She was born in what was called the Great Depression, when it was difficult for her parents to feed and clothe seven other children, much less welcome another child.
Her two sisters were valedictorian in high school. She was not. She majored in physical education and never dreamed she would become a writer. She got her master’s degree and studied to become a diagnostician to test children. She taught in all levels of school and in the prison system. After her husband died when she was 55, she managed a Christian retreat center for fifteen years. After this, she made three trips to China to teach in an underground Bible school. It was after Louise retired from the retreat center at age 75, she wrote her first book when she was 79 years old. It won the Selah award as the best book on Christian living in 2011. This was at the Blue Ridge Christian Writers Conference at the Billy Graham Conference center in North Carolina. She was also chosen as the Writer of the Year at the Colorado Christian Writers Conference in Estes Park. She has written eight books. Louise has dealt with trials and tragedies. She lost five siblings, a son by suicide, her husband with cancer, and had a stillborn grandson. She has lived in poverty and abundance. Her challenge has been to keep her eyes on the Lord and praise Him every step of the way. She loves to speak to groups and teach Bible classes. Although she has no retirement, the Lord has provided for her in remarkable ways. She feels blessed, loved, and the joy of the Lord is her strength. |
lOUISE l. lOONEY books and endorsements
newfound hope
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By using the Lord's armor and your five God-given senses, you can win the battles against despondency and depression. This book offers unique approaches and activities that will lead you on a pathway of peace and contentment.
ENDORSEMENT: "I cannot thank you enough for allowing me to preview the newest book you are writing about depression. As a Christian, I have felt 'less than' because I believed that I should not be depressed. Your quotes from the Bible, and the insight your bring have given me hope." – Kathy Rushing |
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mARVELS AND MYSTERIESDiscover evidence of God’s fingerprints in His incredulously designed creation and its inhabitants. His wisdom and creativity are revealed in supernatural ways.
ENDORSEMENT: "Louise has the ability to see God's handiwork in everything around her and draws beautiful little sermons that will write themselves on your heart." –Joanne Hillman, Author and speaker. |
oVER THE HILL ONTO THE MOUNTAINTOPFor those who have passed the mid-point in life, this book is a delightful and uplifting devotional with sprinkles of humor scattered throughout.
ENDORSEMENT: "I endorse this book to anyone--no matter what age, You will enjoy the warm, witty, and wise words of encouragement.” --James N. Watkins, Award Winning Author and Popular Speaker. |
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oUT OF DARKNESS INTO HIS MARVELOUS LIGHTThis book is a unique way to deal with depression. It uses simple activities as well as our five God-given senses like rungs on a ladder to climb into the light of God’s peace and contentment. The “Climbing Higher” exercises at the end of each chapter are simple ways to build hope and encouragement.
ENDORSEMENT: “I’m living proof of the insights Louise Looney shares in her book “Out of Darkness. You can emerge from the depths of despair with hope and a future. –Alan Splawn, One of the pastors at a mega church. |
mAKE THE REST OF YOUR DAYS THE BEST OF YOUR DAYSThe twelfth chapter of Ecclesiastes describes the dismal things that happen to the body as one grows older. But this book describes the beautiful counterpart God intends to develop on the inside. Experience the beauty of the transformation—like metamorphosis, the Lord meant this as a time to develop the inner man. (This is the second edition of the book that won the award of “Best Book on Christian Living” at a national writer’s conference.)
ENDORSEMENT: “I was spellbound! What a wonderful writing filled with humor that is laced with profound insights.” –Dr. Dave Reagan, Founder of Lamb and Lion Ministries." |
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DEEP ROOTSThe believers in this book dealt with poverty, cancer, death, infidelity, drugs, kidnapping, rape, and many other challenges. Yet their spiritual roots grew deeper. Learn how the Lord brought them through as victors rather than victims.
ENRORSEMENT: Once again, Louise Looney has taken ordinary life experiences and transformed them into modern day parables. Practical, applicable, creative, and well done. –Mike Richards, former Texas Senator |