My Joy in the Morning: Rising from the Ashes
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October 8, 2010, Fall is approaching and its exceptionally warm in my jacket as it reflects the moon and chilled wind. I meet Doug as I am throwing some unneeded papers in the trash at the Vista Transit Center. His aged, multicolored hair is hid under his ball cap that matches his green jacket and “high water” jeans. “Hello,” I greet him as I attempt to focus on him, verses the weathered suitcase and clear trash bag of bottles and cans that circle him. He leans on the wall with his book, “Hey,” he responds and immediately I am reminded of my duty. “Have you ever read the bible?” Looking up, he smiles a yellow glow of joy, “Yep!” So I nod, “Ever accepted Christ?” He nods, “Yep!” Taking my hands out of my pockets and leaning on the railing, I tilt my head to offer “When is the last time you prayed?” “This morning.” Well now I am interested and ready to share me Jesus! “How was you day?” With the book now closed and to his side he shares, “It was good.” Wanting more detail i ask, “What made it good?” Lifting his eyes and book to the sky he exhaled, “I got a job!” Doug is not a homeless man but he has been through some difficult times and many let downs. With nothing left to give he went to God in prayer for what he needed and then went searching for what was already his. There is a “Doug” in all of us, hard times have come and we just need a break in life. Follow scripture and let not your faith be in vain but let it live through your actions. Go get what you have been praying/hoping for.
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About the Book
What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned?
When a relationship ends, a dream falls apart, a loss leaves you searching for answers, or the weight of disappointment feels heavier than your hope?
My Joy in the Morning: Rising from the Ashes is a collection of reflections, encouragement, and personal insights written for those navigating life’s difficult seasons. Through honest observations, faith-filled perspective, and practical encouragement, Terrence J. White invites readers to move beyond fear, discouragement, and setbacks toward a renewed sense of purpose and hope.
Written from the belief that every new day offers the opportunity for a new beginning, this book encourages readers to take small steps forward, even when the path ahead seems uncertain. Whether you are rebuilding after loss, recovering from disappointment, healing from grief, navigating divorce, searching for purpose, or simply seeking encouragement for the journey, these reflections offer reminders that growth often begins with the smallest acts of courage.
More than a book about hardship, My Joy in the Morning: Rising from the Ashes is a book about renewal. It is a reminder that your story is not finished, your future is still being written, and that hope can be found even in life’s most challenging moments.
Because no matter what happened yesterday, a new morning brings a new opportunity to begin again.
Make It A Good Day.
About the Author
Terrence J. White is an author, entrepreneur, father, and encourager whose passion is helping people discover hope, purpose, and renewal during life’s most challenging seasons.
Inspired by years of personal reflection, faith, perseverance, and a desire to encourage others, Terrence began sharing daily messages of hope with friends, family, and anyone who needed a reminder that difficult circumstances do not define their future. What started as simple morning encouragement grew into a message that would eventually become My Joy in the Morning: Rising from the Ashes.
Through his writing, Terrence seeks to remind readers that every new day brings the opportunity for a new beginning. His work speaks to those rebuilding after loss, navigating grief, recovering from disappointment, searching for purpose, or finding the courage to take the next step forward.
Whether writing, building businesses, serving others, or spending time with family, Terrence remains committed to one central belief: no matter what happened yesterday, hope remains, growth is possible, and the morning comes.
He currently resides in Southern California, where he continues to write, create, and encourage others to embrace the possibilities of a new day.
Make It A Good Day.