SURVIVING THE MARK
A guide to joyful survival, fearless planning, practical recipes, and quality time with the Lord
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Isn't it amazing and wonderful that God gave us senses? The sense of taste is a generous and enjoyable gift to behold. The sense of taste in itself is not really necessary for survival, it's more than we need. God always gives us more in every way. If we are paying attention, we will see His benefits and the manifestation of the goodness of God. He is generous. He loves to lavish enjoyable and memorable gifts upon His children.
Food is fuel to run the magnificent machine that is us. But how infinitely thoughtful of God to give us a sense of fulfillment and enjoyment from something that is absolutely necessary for life. Nothing in the Kingdom of God is mundane. Think about the smell of roasting beef, the delight at the sight of a beautiful Thanksgiving turkey, or a juicy Christmas ham. All of our senses are engaged in a beautiful meal. Think about the treasured satisfaction of providing your family and guests with hand-crafted love on a plate. For me, this is an incomparable gift. The Bible says He gives us exceedingly, abundantly more than we can ever ask or think. He knew that we would create memories over a steamy, savory dinner and delight over each other’s company while sharing a sweet, buttery dessert. He knew it would be an open door to fellowship. He knew the joy and laughter it would bring, the memories created and stored. I'm so thankful for God's wisdom and lovingkindness. We could have just eaten for the sake of refueling, but God loved us so much He gave us a celebration. Think about this, when we get to Heaven, we are promised a great banquet with the King of Glory. If what we have on earth is merely a type and shadow of what is to come, how overwhelmingly glorious will that day be. We can't even imagine how overflowingly beautiful and amazing His table is. Meanwhile, just as the Father fellowships with the Son, we fellowship with one another as we wait for His return.
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Making complex concepts easily understood is a gift Carol O’Brion brings to her reading audience. She presents simple yet delicious recipes to help when food will be scarce. Carol shows options for fresh, frozen, dried or canned food in the creative recipes offered at a time when food may be hard to find. Additionally, Surviving the Mark provides uplifting, encouraging devotionals to help one stay positive in a not-so-positive time of history. Practical, inspirational and chock-full of wisdom, this book is a necessity for everyone interested in surviving a disaster.
– Nancy Trifilo, author Held Captive No More; Insidious Bonds Surviving the Mark teaches the reader about preparing for the day when they cannot buy or sell. Alternatively, it shows how to be prepared for any event that prevents one from going to the grocery store and preparing meals without modern conveniences. It explains why they should have food on hand, how to make lists of practical foods and supplies to store, how to cook, dehydrate, can and freeze efficiently and how to trust God above all things for provision and deliverance. The final chapter contains devotions, visions and Bible studies for dealing with today’s world.About the Author
Carol O’Brion is a Christian writer, living with her husband in Southern Oregon. Her life is consumed with loving Jesus, family, and friends, and her special way of bringing that love, is cooking for them. Carol gives all glory to God for her gifts and talents, and for the blessings life has provided. Her best times are those spent at the throne of God, listening to Him speak.
For more encouragement and exhortation, please go to carolobrion.com. Comments, thoughts and prayer requests are welcome.