How To Bloom Where You Are

by Darial A. Jackson

Overview

As you read How to Bloom Where You Are, you will learn how Rev. Darial Jackson faced many challenges and controversies from all angles. He served as a police officer for a number of years, and was later sentenced to seven years in prison, where God used him powerfully to minister to the inmates. For the past fifteen years he has served as a pastor at St. John's Missionary Baptist Church in Gastonia, North Carolina. Through each season of life, he has never given up.

Sharing his thoughts on life, love, and achievement, as well as his successes and failures, Rev. Jackson gives hope and encouragement to bloom in whatever situation you find yourself in today. The key to blooming is remembering where you are in life and being thankful in the midst of it. Many stories and lessons are shared throughout How to Bloom Where You Are, giving you inspiration for life's journey. It will restore confidence that you can make a difference wherever God has placed you. Make today your starting point to bloom into your destiny.

Rev. Darial Jackson and wife, Emma

Proverbs 18:22 says, "Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord."
The benefits of having a good soul mate helped me bloom through life's journey. I am truly blessed for finding my good thing...

Product Details

BN ID:	2940148608622
Publisher:	First Edition Design Publishing
Publication date:	08/29/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

The author, Rev. Dr. Darial A. Jackson, is a native of a small town south of Charlotte, North Carolina. He grew up with the love and support of his uncle and grandmother in a section of York, South Carolina, called Tirzah. There he learned that respect and good manners would get him far in life.

His grandmother stressed the importance of education and hard work. He was expected to daily complete his studies and chores. He would later graduate from Jefferson High School in York, South Carolina, and immediately entered the Armed Forces to help build the foundation for a career in law enforcement. With the experience gained as a military police officer, Darial would accept a position with the Rock Hill Police Department.

While on duty one day, Darial Jackson assisted a young lady experiencing car trouble. That lady would later become his wife, and their union would produce four girls. With the responsibility of a family, Jackson worked hard to continue his education and explore other careers. His next career would involve a dump truck, dirt, and some big dreams. He used his education, love ~ 4 ~ of fresh air, and his determination to build a successful hauling business. This business allowed him to provide a comfortable lifestyle for his wife and put his four girls through college.

Throughout his journey, he always knew that God had big things in store for him. After years of ignoring God's call, Darial decided to trade in his truck and bobcat for a robe and collar. He answered that call at his home church and later accepted a position at a church in Gastonia, North Carolina. There he continues to lead, teach, and encourage his congregation to follow God's words and work to their full potential.