Attorney and Pastor Turned Poet: CrossBooks Author G. Raye Jones Releases New Book of Poetry Dedicated to His Love of the Lord
Charlottesville, VA (PRWEB) June 17, 2014 -- At the young age of nine, God saved G. Raye Jones’ life at a revival in his hometown church.
In his new book, “One for the Heart: A Collection of Poems,” Jones expresses his love and dedication to God. Jones believes that it is only through God’s love that we can truly live a good and meaningful life.
Jones writes of the true meaning of friendship and the beauty of eternal love. He believes that his anchor in life is his Bible, daily prayer, preaching and teaching. Through poetry he expresses his full love for God, Jesus and his fellow man.
Throughout his poetry, Jones focuses on thanking God for saving his life and for continuing to show him the way. However, his poetry isn’t just about his dedication to spirituality. He shares his thoughts and feelings on what it means to be a true friend and a good person.
This is a book filled with poetry about the good of God, friendship and love. His main goals for writing was to simply help others keep their faith.
“This book reminds us of God’s plan, being a true friend to help others and never quit,” Jones said.
“One for the Heart“
By: G. Raye Jones
ISBN: 978-1-46273-404-7
Available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble Booksellers and CrossBooks online bookstores
About the author
G. Raye Jones was born in a tenant house in Rawlings, Virginia, and worked in tobacco fields until he left for college. Jones earned a BA and JD from University of Virginia and a Master of Laws degree from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law. He is the pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Brandon Kline, Bohlsen Group, +1 928-699-8956, [email protected]
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