
Brandon Andress is the author of Deep Calls to Deep: Meditations for Your Spiritual Journey, Volume 1, the novels What Can’t Be Hidden and And So By Fire, and the bestselling Beauty in the Wreckage: Finding Peace in the Age of Outrage. A dedicated freelance writer, Brandon shares his weekly reflections at Deep Calls to Deep (brandonandress.com). He holds a degree in Psychology from Hanover College and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. Brandon lives in Columbus, Indiana.
by Brandon Andress
Rating: 2.8 ⭐
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Most people, at one time or another, have wondered about the End Times. When is this thing going to go down? What kind of crazy stuff can we expect before Christ returns? Do we need to rent some angel wings or know how to play the harp? But what if we have been asking the wrong questions all along? And, what if there was a question that could cut through all of the opinion and clutter and divisiveness of the End Times? In AND THEN THE END WILL COME! author and teacher Brandon Andress goes directly to the words of Jesus to pose an entirely different question - Who are we becoming right now and who will we be if and when the world begins to come apart at the hinges? Combining his funny, charming, and heartfelt message with a knack for simplicity, you will ride a wave of emotions as Andress lays out the five things every follower (and potential follower) needs to know today about the End Times in order to make sense of an increasingly upside-down world. AND THEN THE END WILL COME! is for anyone who wants to reconnect to the larger story and narrative in which we live and breathe and who wants to rediscover the purpose for which we live today. This is the wake-up call every single person needs to hear!
When a stranger is captured in the nearby forest of the isolated and restrictive community of Patrida, a dark, hidden secret is revealed: the Patridian people discover that there are others living on the island.While panic and fear consume the town, Thura clandestinely befriends the stranger, who gives her hope for escaping the only life she has ever known and finding something she has never experienced: freedom.What Can't Be Hidden is right on time for this moment. It is a stunning and universal portrayal of a people awakening and coming to terms with the systems that have promised to give them peace and freedom, while discovering that these virtues can only come from within.
Right in the middle of the chaos and division, heartache and anxiety, we are faced with the seemingly impossible words of Jesus--that He came to give us life to the fullest . But what do you do when this "life to the fullest" feels so far away? What do you do when the deepest longing of your soul groans for more than what you are experiencing? If there is "life to the fullest," how do we even begin to find it, and then how do we begin to extend it to others? In his most poetic and thought-provoking work to date, Brandon Andress makes the surprising discovery that, even in the heartache, the hostility, the division, the violence, and the oppression, experiencing "life to the fullest," a life of shalom , is not just possible, it can be our present reality. But in order to discover it, we must learn how to see and live differently--moment by moment--for the transformation of our lives, our families, our relationships, and our communities.
In the highly-anticipated sequel to the best-selling novel, What Can't Be Hidden , Thura awakens from a forbidden simulation deemed illegal by The Coalescence-a powerful hacking group that has overthrown the government on the island of Pangea. As Thura delves deeper into The Coalescence's dark agenda, she confronts the harsh reality that her ideals and convictions alone may not be enough to challenge their control over the people. In a race against time, she must rediscover her own humanity and overcome her deepest fears to ignite a revolution that will forever alter the fate of the island. And So By Fire is a timely and thought-provoking allegory, delving into themes of disinformation, deepfakes, artificial intelligence, and the elusive search for truth and humanity in a world of manipulation. With a gripping plot and complex characters, this must-read novel offers profound insights into the intricate workings of our modern society
by Brandon Andress
Rating: 5.0 ⭐
Jesus said that the Kingdom of God is like a treasure buried in a desolate field that one would sell all of his possessions to attain. Yet the shocking reality is that this treasure remains buried as the average Christian and Church are sadly unaware of what the Kingdom of God is or why it even matters. In his revealing first work, Brandon Andress writes that while the Christian and the Church continue to pursue an identity and purpose in the world, it is ultimately the unearthing of the Kingdom of God that will transform the Church and change the world. While walking simplistically through the parables of Jesus to get a better understanding of the Kingdom of God, this book will also convince and inspire you and your Church to be the means through which the Kingdom of God breaks into the world in power.
Amid the uncertainty of the 2020 pandemic, Brandon Andress sought solace and healing through writing, transforming personal reflection into a profound spiritual journey. Over two and a half years, these reflections evolved into a guide for anyone seeking deeper spiritual growth and transformation-Deep Calls to Meditations for Your Spiritual Journey, Volume 1.More than just a book, Deep Calls to Deep serves as a practical companion on your spiritual path. Divided into seven sections-Divine Love, Practices, Healing, Peace, Mindfulness, Transformation, and Community-each theme is designed to be explored weekly, offering you the space to immerse fully and apply its wisdom to daily life. This intentional structure empowers you to navigate challenges and discover deeper meaning and connection.Whether you are beginning your spiritual exploration or looking to enrich your current practice, Deep Calls to Deep offers a roadmap to personal discovery and lasting impact. By nurturing an interior life grounded in love, you will positively influence your relationships, community, and environment. Join Brandon on this transformative journey, and let these meditations lead you toward a life filled with peace and rooted in love.
by Brandon Andress