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What Do I Do Now?: Building a Solid Christian Foundation
What Do I Do Now? Building a Solid Christian Foundation by Nakia Trader is an award winning superlative eight-chapter Christian book with rich exposure to real struggles and challenges new believers go through before they can spiritually mature and be able to stand up on their own two feet. With firm precision and candor, Trader selflessly shares her priceless experiences from the time she became a young believer to maturity, which makes the book a must-read for new believers and a must-have for evangelistic teams, spiritual leaders, and mentors. It has been said that the greatest ministry comes from the deepest pain. Nakia Trader's ability to author this book comes from a painful experience where for years she was segregated and mocked by her father who she looked up to, making her question the basic tenets of love, care, and hope. These unfortunate events during her childhood caused her relationship with God to tumble. Her faith was greatly tested but thanks to God she was able to get back on her feet to a point where she can mentor, guide, shape, and motivate young believers in their walk with God. One cannot fail to notice the genuine desire and passion the author has in giving the right foundation of living in Christ, something she missed out on as a struggling young believer. Her passion to reveal to young believers what they "subscribed" to when they got born-again and what their Christian journey involves is well stated by the author through a quote from Terry Pratchett, an author of a similar genre who writes- “If you do not know where you come from, then you don't know where you are, and if you don't know where you are, then you don't know where you're going. And if you don't know where you're going, you're probably going wrong.” So helpful are her experiences that they ultimately prove real experiences are priceless especially when combined with practical steps and workable solutions. Trader uses quotes from other Christian writers and Bible references. Her wording and language are easy to understand on every front. This book is a great compass that you can always refer back to or stir yourself back to self-love, forgiveness, growth, and righteousness in Christ. What Do I Do Now? has the potential of garnering a huge audience because of its practicability, conceivability, and the desperately needed insight it carries in a world full of unreal motivational sayings that have no authentic touch to them. The author's ability to incorporate thoughtful and reflective prayer points across the chapters makes the text an outstanding and unique read as well. This remarkable style conveys a real display of love and affection to her audience. Author Trader's faith-based lessons illuminate God's love for mankind and His persona as an ever-present help in times of need. One man's life story is another's survival story. What Do I Do Now? by Nakia Trader shows faith-based lessons and serves to show that life is a journey but even in the stormy seas, Christ is there with us in it all. Quill A text bursting with heartfelt advice and gentle nudges, Nakia Trader's work is a perfect place to start for anyone going through difficult situations in life. A win-win on all levels!
76 pages, Paperback
Published August 22, 2022
About the author
Nakia Trader
10 books2 followersAward winning author Nakia Trader was born and raised in Dover, Delaware. Since the age of 11, she has written dozens of songs, poems, and short stories that have been showcased in her home church, other churches, and school. She has traveled to various states across the country as well as internationally doing missionary work and assisting individuals in growing closer to the Lord. She decided to postpone her missionary work to concentrate on her educational goals. She has since obtained degrees in human services and psychology. Nakia resumed her passion in doing the Lord’s work by becoming the cofounder of Way of Truth Evangelistic Ministries and implementing outreach programs such as Beautiful Feet Evangelism and All or Nothing: Provisions. This latter ministry is done with ministry partner and friend, Valyncia, focusing on giving the Gospel and provisions to those in need in our community. Regardless of her accomplishments, Nakia’s greatest passion and desire is to reach lost souls for the Kingdom of God by declaring the Gospel throughout the nations and helping disciple new believers in a closer relationship with God. If you want to connect with Nakia and explore her video and literary work, visit her on Facebook page: • facebook.com/nakianatrader89/
• facebook.com/nogimmicksjustTruth/
• or on Twitter@ktraderGC98
• facebook.com/nogimmicksjustTruth/
• or on Twitter@ktraderGC98
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January 21, 2023
“What Do I Do Now? Building A Solid Christian Foundation” by Nakia Trader was written to guide the new believer in keeping the faith and growing spiritually, following biblical principles. Confessing that one believes in Christ Jesus is not enough to be labeled a Christian; we need to live the Christian life to back it up. This book started with the author narrating how she went through life challenges, including abuse from her father. After coming out victorious and accepting Jesus as her personal Lord and Savior, she shares the lessons she learned about the basics of starting a new life in Christ.
From this book, I learned that being born again does not totally exonerate someone from being free from the devil’s temptations or hardships. The author’s dad, though a pastor, was the one from whom she suffered the most verbal abuse. The thing with being a Christian is that we live our lives with the help of the Holy Spirit. The author was able to endure her father’s abuse and came out victorious with the help of the Holy Spirit.
Furthermore, this book taught the importance of having faith in God, fellowship with fellow brethren because iron sharpens iron, and believing in the Holy Spirit. Also, this book is concise and can be finished in one sitting. I love that the author went straight to the point without making overgeneralizations. The editing of this book is also top-notch because I encountered a few negligible errors. All in all, this book was a good read for me.
The author did justice to this publication. The most important takeaway for me in this book is the chapter that taught me how to read the Bible effectively using the SOAP acronym. I love this book because it is a real-life account of how the author has managed to live the Christian life, despite her life challenges, with the help of the Holy Spirit and the Scriptures.
I recommend this book to any Christian who is serious about following the Bible’s teachings for daily living. If you have ever known God before but fell out of the faith, this book will also help reconcile you back to God. I love how the author started this book by first stating the challenges in her life and then highlighting key biblical verses that helped her overcome them.
From this book, I learned that being born again does not totally exonerate someone from being free from the devil’s temptations or hardships. The author’s dad, though a pastor, was the one from whom she suffered the most verbal abuse. The thing with being a Christian is that we live our lives with the help of the Holy Spirit. The author was able to endure her father’s abuse and came out victorious with the help of the Holy Spirit.
Furthermore, this book taught the importance of having faith in God, fellowship with fellow brethren because iron sharpens iron, and believing in the Holy Spirit. Also, this book is concise and can be finished in one sitting. I love that the author went straight to the point without making overgeneralizations. The editing of this book is also top-notch because I encountered a few negligible errors. All in all, this book was a good read for me.
The author did justice to this publication. The most important takeaway for me in this book is the chapter that taught me how to read the Bible effectively using the SOAP acronym. I love this book because it is a real-life account of how the author has managed to live the Christian life, despite her life challenges, with the help of the Holy Spirit and the Scriptures.
I recommend this book to any Christian who is serious about following the Bible’s teachings for daily living. If you have ever known God before but fell out of the faith, this book will also help reconcile you back to God. I love how the author started this book by first stating the challenges in her life and then highlighting key biblical verses that helped her overcome them.
October 11, 2022
What Do I Do Now? Building a Solid Christian Foundation by Nakia Trader is a Christian book that aims to guide new believers and seasoned Christians alike on what to do next after professing Jesus Christ as their savior. This book is an 8-chapter book detailing the author's walk in the Christian faith from her teenage years to adulthood.
Nakia Trader tells of her strained relationship with her father, who verbally abused her for years. The trauma of this experience made her question if she was worthy of love, both from the people around her and from God. The consequence was a fall from the place of belief and faith in God. Over the years, she realized her inability to maintain her relationship with God was because she didn't have the proper guidance on how to strengthen her faith and be assured of God's love at all times.
Recognizing some of the burning questions that new believers ask, Nakia addressed the doubts bound to spring up. With quotes from older Christians and Bible scriptures, the author ended her story of rededication to God by highlighting what you can do in your new life in Christ. From providing practical steps on how to study God's word, and how and why you should pray to even demonstrating the importance of fellowship with brethren, Nakia left no stone unturned.
In reading this book, you cannot fail to notice the unmistakable desire of the author to have new believers get to know God the right way. Many Christian books dwell on building spiritual fortitude, but only a few acknowledge the questions that stir doubt among the Christian faithful, especially when they go through difficult times. So, it is refreshing that What do I do now? also tackles in simple language the hassles believers will be faced with because of their faith, isolation, and persecution being chief among them.
What Do I Do Now?: Building a Solid Christian Foundation is for new and struggling believers. This book is an invaluable manual to keep handy. When you don't know what to do next after receiving the salvation of Christ, this book will be a good compass to guide and stir you back to the path of righteousness in Christ.
Nakia Trader tells of her strained relationship with her father, who verbally abused her for years. The trauma of this experience made her question if she was worthy of love, both from the people around her and from God. The consequence was a fall from the place of belief and faith in God. Over the years, she realized her inability to maintain her relationship with God was because she didn't have the proper guidance on how to strengthen her faith and be assured of God's love at all times.
Recognizing some of the burning questions that new believers ask, Nakia addressed the doubts bound to spring up. With quotes from older Christians and Bible scriptures, the author ended her story of rededication to God by highlighting what you can do in your new life in Christ. From providing practical steps on how to study God's word, and how and why you should pray to even demonstrating the importance of fellowship with brethren, Nakia left no stone unturned.
In reading this book, you cannot fail to notice the unmistakable desire of the author to have new believers get to know God the right way. Many Christian books dwell on building spiritual fortitude, but only a few acknowledge the questions that stir doubt among the Christian faithful, especially when they go through difficult times. So, it is refreshing that What do I do now? also tackles in simple language the hassles believers will be faced with because of their faith, isolation, and persecution being chief among them.
What Do I Do Now?: Building a Solid Christian Foundation is for new and struggling believers. This book is an invaluable manual to keep handy. When you don't know what to do next after receiving the salvation of Christ, this book will be a good compass to guide and stir you back to the path of righteousness in Christ.
October 1, 2022
What Do I Do Now? by Nakia Trader is a book that’s aimed at people of the Christian faith as a self-help book. It’s a spiritual guide that helps new and old believers alike reaffirm their faith and path without fear. It’s a book that focuses on the positive effects faith can provide to people, instilling a renewed sense of happiness and hope. As a devout Christian, Nakia Trader addresses common concerns and questions that people have, giving them a sense of foundation based on the faith’s teachings.
Trader believes that by strengthening your faith, you can become more successful in life and achieve your goals. She touches many souls with this book and talks from her very own experience as someone who’s struggled with feeling worthless and unloved. It’s an emotionally touching book that gives the reader a sense of purpose, as the author is down-to-earth and easy to relate to on many levels.
After reading this book, I felt an immediate shift in my thinking and was liberated by the author’s heartfelt words and connection to her faith. It’s a fulfilling read, and I highly recommend it. I give this book, What Do I Do Now? by Nakia Trader a solid 5 out of 5 stars for its excellent, profound advice and human touch from an author who understands what it’s like to struggle and find a sense of peace and purpose.
Trader believes that by strengthening your faith, you can become more successful in life and achieve your goals. She touches many souls with this book and talks from her very own experience as someone who’s struggled with feeling worthless and unloved. It’s an emotionally touching book that gives the reader a sense of purpose, as the author is down-to-earth and easy to relate to on many levels.
After reading this book, I felt an immediate shift in my thinking and was liberated by the author’s heartfelt words and connection to her faith. It’s a fulfilling read, and I highly recommend it. I give this book, What Do I Do Now? by Nakia Trader a solid 5 out of 5 stars for its excellent, profound advice and human touch from an author who understands what it’s like to struggle and find a sense of peace and purpose.
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