New Title Bolsters Christians' Ability to Stand Up Against Trials

Debut author shares insights on dealing with life's "curveballs".

Longwood, FL (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Life sometimes throws us curveballs, and if we don't know how to handle these difficulties, we may have difficulty coping. That is why Christian author Al Rudolph penned Tougher Than Woodpecker Lips (paperback), a new release from self-publisher Xulon Press that offers insight into living life to its fullest potential. Packed with a startling 70 subjects that are vital to surviving in our everyday world, the book offers readers humor and wisdom that can transform their lives to help them stand up against the trials.

Says Rudolph, "The pages (of my book) are filled with encouraging words and insightful hints on living life to its fullest. The messages contained are pertinent and helpful in many areas of everyday life. (I want readers to gain) inspiration and encouragement to face the everyday trials and the stamina to persevere even under less than favorable conditions. (I) also (want them) to be able to understand the fact that God is in control of the world, but we as individuals have a responsibility to develop and use the talents and gifts we have been given."

A native of New Salisbury, Indiana, Rudolph has been a Christian for more than 38 years and currently serves as a shepherd of his church. Additionally, he has served as a lay minister for some 25 years. It is these experiences -- and more -- that have led him to uncover some of the insights contained in this book.

Xulon Press, a part of Salem Communications Corporation, is the world's largest Christian publisher, with more than 5,000 titles published to date. Retailers may order Tougher Than Woodpecker Lips through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors. Salem Communications is the country's leading Christian communications company with interests in radio, Internet, and magazine publishing.

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