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Vanester M. Williams

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Vanester M. Williams’s first book, The Girl from Chapel Hill: Her Journey of Faith, Forgiveness, and Freedom was selected as the 2022 “Outstanding Religious/Christian Fiction” Category Winner by the Independent Author Network.

She is a host/speaker on a monthly podcast called His Abounding Grace, a program under the ministry of When Christians Speak Talk Radio.

She has served as a pulpit speaker and Sunday School teacher. She has led several small Bible Study groups.

As the founder of a monthly women’s ministry called Sisters Uplifting Sisters in Christ, she is passionate about encouraging and teaching others how to strengthen their Christian journey.

Vanester is a retiree of the U.S. Federal Government, holds a degree in Biblical Studies, and a Certificate in Biblical Counseling Principles.

She and her best friend, Rick, have been married for over 49 years. They are the proud parents of two adult children, two grandchildren, and several godchildren.  They enjoy each other’s company and happily reside in Southern Maryland.

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​Proclaiming Enough is Enough to the Battles Within: 60 Devotionals for Godly Living

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Christian Inspirational

Align Your Heart with God's Will and Live Victorious Every Day

Enough is enough. Through daily devotionals, you’ll change your life one day at a time by deepening your connection and relationship with God.

Through a one-of-a-kind combination of faith-building stories, scriptural insights, and practical guidance, this book is perfect for Christians in every walk of their faith.

So set aside thirty minutes a day to help you overcome inner battles, and live confidently in His promises. His blessings await.

You’ll discover:
Inspiring devotions for new and seasoned Christians
Scriptural references for deeper understanding
Practical tips for a daily devotion routine
Encouragement to declare “enough is enough” to inner battles
Guidance to live a God-centered life with steadfast confidence
Step into a life of faith and victory.

This powerful devotional book guides you through life's challenges by strengthening your relationship with God. Don’t hesitate; get started!
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The Girl from Chapel Hill: Her Journey of Faith, Forgiveness, and Freedom

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Christian/Fiction

Growing up, Laura never knew her father or even his last name. Many years later, an encounter with a stranger would drastically impact her life and cause her to question her own identity. Then, through a chain of spiraling events, she learns there’s an unknown enemy who appears to stop at nothing to destroy her very existence. Meanwhile, she carries a painful burden of a dark, haunting secret, hidden unforgiveness, and low self-esteem.

Her story begins and ends with reflections on lessons she learned from her dear Mama (her maternal grandmother), who reared her from birth. Laura faces challenges as she struggles to embrace these lessons of faith, hope, love, and forgiveness. Even though her thoughts often turn to Mama’s faith and these lessons, she finally declares “enough is enough” and uses her measure of faith to survive in a life so filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. At every juncture, one thing remains constant: the very presence of God.

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If the stranger’s information is factual, Laura knows her mind would soon find its way frantically going down a rabbit hole -in search of “who am I?”

Afterward, Laura catches her breath and helplessly stares at Tina and asks, “Will God still love someone like me, someone as awful as me? Will He ever forgive me for that awful, fateful night?”
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The Girl from Chapel Hill (Book 2): Legacy of a Praying Mama

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Christian/Fiction

This book is the much-anticipated sequel to “The Girl from Chapel Hill: Her Journey of Faith, Forgiveness, and Freedom.”

Laura has never forgotten the faith-filled lessons learned from her maternal grandmother. With a fearless determination – anchored in prayer - she passes these lessons on to her family. Travel on an unforgettable, suspenseful, and sometimes frightening journey with this family as they endure one challenge after another. Yet, at each juncture, somebody is fervently praying.

“Oh no!” Danielle screamed, “Sara, stay with me … stay with me!”
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She looked down at Sara’s hands; they had gone limp. She lapsed into silence. Suddenly, her eyes shot open with a painful look, then rolled to the back of her head. Again, she gasped for breath and frantically clutched her hands to her chest.
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