Endorsements for Broken Land
"Gail illustrates so eloquently the condition of the lawless culture in which we live and the desperate need we all have for a Savior. Her story is one of truth, and it took courage to take a stand for decency in a land that has given itself over to the worldly, ruling spirit of this age. Written from personal experience and the pain and devastation brought by her own participation in this worldliness, she vividly portrays how her life was transformed when she turned herself over to the God who sent His son to die for us.
This book is a must read for anyone who has the courage to face the facts and raw truth about today’s world. What is so refreshing is that woven into the fabric of this book is the story of redemption and its availability to all of us as His people. Gail is a modern day Jeremiah crying out to a lost and dying generation. Our prayer is that they will have ears to hear and eyes to see the prophetic words on these beautifully written pages."
Bobby & Dianne Lloyd, Long Island Citizens for Community Values
Protecting women, children, families and the community for 20 years!
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"Gail Koop is a gifted poet and author. Her sincere love for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is expressed through her writings. Her book, Broken Land, is a fine example of this. In her book, Gail humbly and honestly shares the story of how she experienced the powerful life-changing Grace of God. She writes about family, growing up in a secular Jewish home, struggles with alcoholism and immorality, being spiritually lost and finding faith in Jesus, her Messiah. But that’s not all. Gail boldly explains how Holy Scripture both addresses the spiritual and moral decay of our present culture and proclaims its only hope can be found through Jesus Christ. Gail also weaves into her message many of her God-given prophetic dreams and poems, which prompted her to write the book. In summary, the same Jesus who healed Gail’s broken life can heal our “broken land.”
As Gail’s pastor, I highly endorse her book. It is well written and Gail is a genuine Christian who “walks the talk.” I have personally witnessed the life-changing Grace of God in Gail’s life. I first talked to Gail 11 years ago when she phoned our church sincerely seeking God’s purpose for her life. Happily, she found it. She was saved by God’s Grace through faith and began a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Gail is now a mature Christian serving in church leadership, and her heart’s desire is to share with others the hope and truths she has found. This is why she wrote her book. May all who read it find the life-changing hope that only The Lord and Savior Jesus Christ can give!"
Rev. Eric J. Rey
Pastor, Hampton Bays Assembly of God
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"Moses, the great Old Testament leader of Israel wrote, “I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life…that you may love the Lord your God, listen to His voice, and hold fast to Him” (Deuteronomy 30:19). Our lives are primarily determined by our choices. A similar phrase that reverberates in my mind is “Decisions Determine Destiny.” Occasionally, someone writes a book that exhorts us to bold choices. Such is the book you hold in your hand.
My friend, Gail Koop, courageously reveals many of the decisions she has made in her life—both the bad and good. She reveals them in an audacious, uninhibited, very non-politically-correct manner. This is not written to be sensational or shocking, but to let the reader in on the deep concerns of her heart.
Gail’s concern is for the life and soul of humanity. She writes frankly of her past choices and their subsequent consequences. These experiences form the catalyst for her love that sounds the alarm to contemporary society—a society that is making far too many choices leading to narcissism, immorality, and meaninglessness.
Here’s the good news. Gail is a dynamic disciple of Jesus Christ! Her redeemed soul and Biblical perspectives are God’s gifts of grace to her. Her spiritual journey is woven throughout each chapter. That is the marrow of this book. May Gail’s words not only challenge you, but above all, point you to the love-drenched Lord who graciously offers His forgiveness and eternal life! See John 3:16. Choose wisely, my friend."
Pastor Tim Rezac
Harvest Bible Chapel, Turks & Caicos Islands
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"Gail Koop has been a good friend of mine for quite a few years. I have found her to be a very humble and sincere person; one who is interested in blessing you in every way she can. That is why I know Broken Land has been written for the purpose of bringing to light some of the most predominant issues of our time, and to help us understand them better.
Sometimes, because we haven’t had personal experience with certain situations or problems, we tend to either minimize or exaggerate their effects on ourselves and others. One of the things that Gail does through this book is to clarify the consequences of wrong thinking as it pertains to today’s culture.
I am the survivor of a pregnancy that was almost aborted because my father wasn’t ready to financially provide for me. Because of that, I highly value life and am very grateful to be living out the purpose of my existence. Gail uses her own life experiences to illuminate our hearts about the moral issues of our time.
My hope is that Broken Land will not be immediately rejected by those who have preconceived thoughts and ideas about the topics it addresses. It is important that we open our minds and hearts to wisdom that perhaps we’ve never heard, because in doing so, we may find the truth. And when we know the truth, it sets us free to stand for what we know is right, and it brings peace to our souls."
Christine Pickering
Director, New Wine Christian Women’s Ministry
This book is a must read for anyone who has the courage to face the facts and raw truth about today’s world. What is so refreshing is that woven into the fabric of this book is the story of redemption and its availability to all of us as His people. Gail is a modern day Jeremiah crying out to a lost and dying generation. Our prayer is that they will have ears to hear and eyes to see the prophetic words on these beautifully written pages."
Bobby & Dianne Lloyd, Long Island Citizens for Community Values
Protecting women, children, families and the community for 20 years!
_______________________________________
"Gail Koop is a gifted poet and author. Her sincere love for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is expressed through her writings. Her book, Broken Land, is a fine example of this. In her book, Gail humbly and honestly shares the story of how she experienced the powerful life-changing Grace of God. She writes about family, growing up in a secular Jewish home, struggles with alcoholism and immorality, being spiritually lost and finding faith in Jesus, her Messiah. But that’s not all. Gail boldly explains how Holy Scripture both addresses the spiritual and moral decay of our present culture and proclaims its only hope can be found through Jesus Christ. Gail also weaves into her message many of her God-given prophetic dreams and poems, which prompted her to write the book. In summary, the same Jesus who healed Gail’s broken life can heal our “broken land.”
As Gail’s pastor, I highly endorse her book. It is well written and Gail is a genuine Christian who “walks the talk.” I have personally witnessed the life-changing Grace of God in Gail’s life. I first talked to Gail 11 years ago when she phoned our church sincerely seeking God’s purpose for her life. Happily, she found it. She was saved by God’s Grace through faith and began a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Gail is now a mature Christian serving in church leadership, and her heart’s desire is to share with others the hope and truths she has found. This is why she wrote her book. May all who read it find the life-changing hope that only The Lord and Savior Jesus Christ can give!"
Rev. Eric J. Rey
Pastor, Hampton Bays Assembly of God
_______________________________________
"Moses, the great Old Testament leader of Israel wrote, “I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life…that you may love the Lord your God, listen to His voice, and hold fast to Him” (Deuteronomy 30:19). Our lives are primarily determined by our choices. A similar phrase that reverberates in my mind is “Decisions Determine Destiny.” Occasionally, someone writes a book that exhorts us to bold choices. Such is the book you hold in your hand.
My friend, Gail Koop, courageously reveals many of the decisions she has made in her life—both the bad and good. She reveals them in an audacious, uninhibited, very non-politically-correct manner. This is not written to be sensational or shocking, but to let the reader in on the deep concerns of her heart.
Gail’s concern is for the life and soul of humanity. She writes frankly of her past choices and their subsequent consequences. These experiences form the catalyst for her love that sounds the alarm to contemporary society—a society that is making far too many choices leading to narcissism, immorality, and meaninglessness.
Here’s the good news. Gail is a dynamic disciple of Jesus Christ! Her redeemed soul and Biblical perspectives are God’s gifts of grace to her. Her spiritual journey is woven throughout each chapter. That is the marrow of this book. May Gail’s words not only challenge you, but above all, point you to the love-drenched Lord who graciously offers His forgiveness and eternal life! See John 3:16. Choose wisely, my friend."
Pastor Tim Rezac
Harvest Bible Chapel, Turks & Caicos Islands
_______________________________________
"Gail Koop has been a good friend of mine for quite a few years. I have found her to be a very humble and sincere person; one who is interested in blessing you in every way she can. That is why I know Broken Land has been written for the purpose of bringing to light some of the most predominant issues of our time, and to help us understand them better.
Sometimes, because we haven’t had personal experience with certain situations or problems, we tend to either minimize or exaggerate their effects on ourselves and others. One of the things that Gail does through this book is to clarify the consequences of wrong thinking as it pertains to today’s culture.
I am the survivor of a pregnancy that was almost aborted because my father wasn’t ready to financially provide for me. Because of that, I highly value life and am very grateful to be living out the purpose of my existence. Gail uses her own life experiences to illuminate our hearts about the moral issues of our time.
My hope is that Broken Land will not be immediately rejected by those who have preconceived thoughts and ideas about the topics it addresses. It is important that we open our minds and hearts to wisdom that perhaps we’ve never heard, because in doing so, we may find the truth. And when we know the truth, it sets us free to stand for what we know is right, and it brings peace to our souls."
Christine Pickering
Director, New Wine Christian Women’s Ministry