John J. Murray Jr.'s Newly Released "Pick Up Your Mat" Is a Powerful Reminder of the Believer's Role in Their Salvation

"Pick Up Your Mat" from Christian Faith Publishing author John J. Murray Jr., is an eye-opening reflection that draws lessons from the Bible and personal anecdotes to illustrate how the decision to be saved and redeemed by God's grace is in one's own hands.

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Mar 27, 2019, 00:00 ET

MEADVILLE, Pa., March 27, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "Pick Up Your Mat": a moving case for deliberate faith, is the creation of published author John J. Murray Jr., a private practice attorney with a philosophy degree from Drake University Law School. He lives in northern Illinois with his wife and runs TheGolfSage.com as owner and editor.

Murray Jr. writes, "What would you do if one day God came to you and told you to pick up your mat and walk away from something, or it may get worse for you? What would you do if you begged God to save you, but He offered to make you well instead? What is the difference anyway?

"Through the use of a personal story and various illustrations from the Bible, you will be taken on a fascinating journey that searches for the answers to these questions. It is one of struggle, patience, and faith.

"Are you ready to find out what it takes to pick up your mat and get well? As you will see, the choice is yours alone."

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, John J. Murray Jr.'s new book is an illuminating and eloquently written work that beautifully succeeds where dry sermons fail, which is to drive home the living message of God's Word through an honest, vulnerable personal testimony that humbles as well as uplifts.

Murray Jr. talks about an eclectic spectrum of experiences—from playing golf to surviving Catholic discipline and attempting to rescue a baby bird stuck in a gutter—taking the reader on an absorbing journey to a place where they can find the strength and the faith to pick themselves up, brush off the excuses, and follow when God calls.

View a synopsis of "Pick Up Your Mat" on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase "Pick Up Your Mat" at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about "Pick Up Your Mat", contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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