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2013-08-12T07:00:00.001-07:00

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Although Janet was completely ignoring my calls at the time, I prayed and made every attempt to get Janet to reconsider saving her marriage. My last effort ended with me confronting Janet in her office at the bistro. While she was poised and pleasant on her way back to the office, I hadn’t closed the door before Janet released her vehement slurs of insults and her opinions of my so called “perfect life.” My recalling of the Word further fueled Janet’s wrath. She walked to her office door and said, “Karen, when you realize what secrets plague your holy matrimony, then come talk to me about forgiveness and until then GET OUT!”

I realized there was no reasoning with Janet. Since that time, she is cordial when I come to the restaurant, but there is no conversation. There is obviously less tension between her and Marlinda, but Janet still keeps her distance. I miss my friend and I miss our times together.

As surprised as I was with Janet’s reaction, I think Darius’ reaction surprised me even more. I chalked it all up to him not wanting to deal with his feelings, but Janet’s statement often haunts me. “Karen, when you realize what secrets plague your holy matrimony, then come talk to me about forgiveness…What was she talking about?”

Excerpt from The Secret of Holy Matrimony by Holly Spence

2013-08-12T07:00:00.000-07:00

Excerpt from The Secret of Holy Matrimony a new release from Covenant of Lies Series Author Holly Spence

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After spending the evening with Mrs. Cortell in the hospital, food is the last thing on my mind. I just want to go home and climb in the middle of my bed. After getting Mrs. Cortell settled at home I listen to the numerous voicemails that have been left on my cell phone. The last four were from Darius; the first message is him singing a song recorded by one of my favorite artists, Brian McKnight, “One, your like a dream come true, two I just want to be with you, three, girl it’s plain to see that you’re the only one for me and four, repeat steps one through three, five, make you fall in love with me. If ever I believe my work is done I will start back at one….” I continue listening as he sings all the verses. When the message cuts off he calls back and continues the serenade. I listen and giggle like a teenage school girl. Darius’ voice is just as rich and melodious as Mr. McKnight’s the only difference is Darius is mine. I fall in the middle of our bed and close my eyes. With every perfectly pitched note sung, it is as if Darius is there singing in my ear as he often does. Definitely its having the same affect. The hairs on the small of my back are raised and I can feel the tingle in my side I often experience when he touches me.

By the time he reaches the end of the song and hits the high falsetto note, I am more than beside myself in thought of having my husband’s hands running all over my body. I pick up the house phone; unfortunately he doesn’t answer, but I leave him a message that left a lot to his imagination and will make him too, long to be home again.

I have to come to myself quickly, knowing he will not be back for another night; I get up from the bed and begin to busy myself. “That’s enough of that Karen Chambers, getting yourself all hot and bothered.”

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2013-08-09T13:04:00.000-07:00

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The Secret of Holy Matrimony is another explosive drama by Covenant of Lies Series Author, Holly Spence. Holly Spence takes you into the lives of Faith Cathedral Pastors Darius and Karen Chambers. The Chambers are the model for covenant and are recognized through out the city as the authority on marriage. They are loyal friends, entrepreneurs and Pastors. The couple that appears to have it all, is missing the birth of a child Pastor Karen Chambers so longs for. But, the absence of a child is not the only issue that threatens to plague their holy matrimony.

The Secret of Holy Matrimony

2013-08-08T11:38:00.000-07:00

Monarch Publications, LLC is please to announce a new release coming this fall by Covenant of Lies Author Holly Spence

The Secret of Holy Matrimony is another explosive drama by Covenant of Lies Series Author, Holly Spence. Holly Spence takes you into the lives of Faith Cathedral Pastors Darius and Karen Chambers. The Chambers are the model for covenant and are recognized through out the city as the authority on marriage. They are loyal friends, entrepreneurs and Pastors. The couple that appears to have it all, is missing the birth of a child Pastor Karen Chambers so longs for. But, the absence of a child is not the only issue that threatens to plague their holy matrimony.

Accountable Men Part IV by Holly Spence

2012-11-02T09:12:00.000-07:00

The personal impact this book has had on my life has strengthen the foundation that has been inlaid in me. A building can’t be built higher than the depth of the foundation. God has already given me all that I need within me to accomplish my assignment in the earth. This book has served as reinforcement of my foundation. This book for me confirmed the spirit of a servant leadership that is constructed into my DNA. It gives me another opportunity to inspect my foundation to ensure that is structurally sound for the building plans God has graphed for me. Even while building, it’s necessary to inspect that which is being built, it requires the evaluation of a knowledgeable, skilled inspector that is equipped and knowledgably of building codes, fees and zoning laws. This inspector should be one that I trust and is lead through the spirit of God. The inspector should be one that I can read my plans, inspect the building and make suggestions for changes, improvements and head off trouble in the building process. During the process I should personally take advantage of allowing the inspector to mentor me and I in turn will have the ability to inspect someone else’s building project. However, that inspection is not self generated or promoted but given through assignment of my inspector, Apostle Bennie Fluellen.

This book also allowed for me to ask some questions regarding growth rather it’s growth for me or a person I mentor. The examination of fruit determines if additional training is needed. This caused me to identify what should that training look like or to recognize that maybe it will require additional smaller tasks before promoting to greater task. I also like the point Apostle Chuck makes in the book about having those around you so you can ask the question “What don’t you like in me?” I think that this is a powerful opportunity to identify what I possibly don’t see in myself and work with the Holy Spirit to make the necessary changes. I have already had the opportunity to ask this question to other people and I know while I have grown in the area of patience more is needed. Teach me oh Lord!

I love the example of the alligator, Apostle Chuck used in the book. Those that are self-centered spend their time, energy and resources feeding their own alligator instead of the one someone else has. Alligators are never satisfied so you have to constantly feed them. Apostles Chuck’s desire is for the people of God to move past this self feeding alligator syndrome to support the ministry of someone beyond ourselves. Luke 6:38 reads, “Give and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.” We can’t beat God’s ROI when it comes to ministry. His rate of interest on our return on investment is good measure, pressed down and running over.

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Accountable Men Part III by Holly Spence

2012-10-26T07:08:00.000-07:00

Consistency feeds loyalty the last trait identified as faithfulness. Loyalty is often built over time; however that loyalty is tested and exposes the true heart of the leaders and or followers when a mistake is made. These days it doesn’t require a full out scandal. Any disagreement can test loyalty. I love the reference of the men in 2 Samuel who risked their life to fulfill just a mere desire of David. David is running and hiding for his life. He has been in battle after battle and he simply ask the question if he would ever drink again from the well of Bethlehem. Those three men loyal to him and his vision broke through the enemy’s camp, putting their own lives at risk. The men had no thought for their agenda, no thought for their dreams or their lives but, to be the answer to David’s question.

I think the most interesting portion of the book speaks to having friends with those that you minister with. I have heard on a couple of occasions, other leaders make mention the needs as a leadership team to fellowship together. We don’t know each other as we should. I personally feel as if we are WORKING together we WILL get to know one another. While working you can’t help but spend time together. This would lend its self for further desire to fellowship outside the work. I believe that when everyone is not working it makes the workload unbalanced and requires more work and there is no time for fellowship. However, if we all join together the work doesn’t take as long and we can have more opportunities to fellowship. Apostle Chuck comes from a greater perspective of having a friend. One you can confide in. The bible tells us to confess our sins one to another. This can’t be done if there is no fellowship among the leadership or trust to expose our open wounds. I do believe this would be accomplished working alongside one another over time of course.

When speaking of being accountable, money always surfaces. The bible says that “…if you haven’t been faithful in unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust true riches?” Luke 16:10 says it this way “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much”. There are many examples or parables where Jesus refers to money to explain the importance of being a good steward of what has been given to you. This provides us with a great opportunity to do what I refer to as “heart checks”. If we want to be used by God and entrusted with spiritual matters, particularly the ministry of the word ask yourself the question, Can I be trusted? We also have to look at each task as an assignment and not assign any particular importance. All assignments/tasks are important in the kingdom of God. We have to be willing to yield our supply, gifts, talents and all resources to the work of the ministry.

Our faithfulness to make this yield to another man’s vision activates God’s principals of blessing. Whatever good thing you make happen for someone else’s GOD will cause that same thing to happen for you. I believe this is the main goal of the book “Accountable Men”. Apostle Chuck desires that the body of Christ is enlarged through the equipping of saints and focused on one vision to ensure that occurs. This can only be done when you have accountable men and women to a vision of a house. When we decide that it’s more important to fulfill the vision of our local ministry, it proves to God that we can be trusted for promotion and rule. You will find that the activation of blessings is not limited to your spiritual life, but also in the natural things. “Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be add unto you”.

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Accountable Men Part II by Holly Spence

2012-10-18T10:00:00.000-07:00

Competently and plainly the traits of faithfulness are outlined for the reader - meeting the goal of knowledge concerning the requirements for leaders and the expected self examination that must occur after reading such a persuasive truth. The traits of faithfulness are submission, consistency, loyalty and stewardship. Submission is a foul word in the church today and is often interpreted as control or being a slave. Unfortunately it does stem from abuse of leadership in today’s churches. Pastors making a poor attempt to justify their behavior through the scripture particularly Hebrews 13:17 (NKJ) which reads “Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive, for they watch out for your souls, as those who must give account. Let them do so with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you.” We are to be submissive because they “watch out” for our souls and the leader should be under the ruling of God. I love how the message bible reads; it puts it all in perspective and makes it quite clear leaders should be lead by God and not their own wisdom. “Be responsive to your pastoral leaders. Listen to their counsel. They are alert to the condition of your lives and work under the strict supervision of God. Contribute to the joy of their leadership, not its drudgery. Why would you want to make things harder for them?”

“….They are alert to the condition of your lives and WORK UNDER THE STRICT SUPERVISION OF GOD…” when this is occurring in a leadership team coupled with a believer free of the “slave mentality” the work of the ministry is a joy! While there is much responsibility on the leadership team, those that follow do have a responsibility which starts at agreement. Submission is required from leaders and followers alike. You have need to pass through the gate of the shepherd to be examined and checked for life threatening organism that may have attachment themselves to you. We as sheep can sometimes be blinded by things, situations and people. However the Shepherd won’t miss anything. This examination allows for the fine tuning that is needed to ensure leaders have fruit that remain.

We don’t necessary care for the correction or assessment of our weaknesses. However, how do we ever expect to grow without such pruning? We need people around us to tell us where we error as well as encourage us when we are doing a good job. This type of correction ensures that as leaders we are meeting the faithful trait of stewardship. The bible says in Luke 16:11 that “…if you haven’t been faithful in unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust true riches?”

When a person is faithful these traits are seen clearly and concerning stewardship all of the persons resources are available to be used how God sees fit (including our money). Stewardship is not a self-centered or selfish, but rather selflessness which looks for opportunities to serve. Serving others and not for the sake of our own agendas or for our own glory. As faithful stewards we recognize the need to be what God has called for us in the earth – a reflection of his image, an explanation of him in the earth, the answer to someone else’s problem. The work of the ministry is not about what we want to do and how we want to do it, but carrying out the assignment given to us through the “God-father” (God through the spiritual father/pastor).

As believers we will not be judged for our sin, because that has been eradicated at Calvary, but on our works. We are going to hear our Heavenly Father say, “Well done…” or “Depart, I knew you not…”

Good stewardship is fueled by consistency, which is yet another faithfulness trait identified in “Accountable Men”. There is a need for us to be steadfast and unmovable. Not on an emotional roller coasters or a worker for God one week and the next week we don’t have time. Noah was consistent in the assignment God had given him. Although he had never seen rain, never built an ark or gone to the university majoring in zoology Noah was faithful to his ministry assignment. I can imagine the looks, stares, and the ridicule he encountered concerning the building of such a massive object. Noah was not deterred. The bible never mentions him being discourage or frustrated. He was a good steward of his time, resources and abilities. He worked faithfully to complete his assignment.

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Accountable Men Part I by Holly Spence

2012-10-17T07:47:00.001-07:00

Accountable Men by Apostle Chuck Clayton is a short but powerful manuscript of the biblical pattern, for the development of people, for the work of the ministry. Apostle Chuck refers to these people as “Faithful Men and Women”.

The Apostle skillfully walks us through the blueprint of God’s plan for affective change, first, by helping us to understand that we as the people of God need changing. That changing is done by God through leaders in our local church. Ephesians 4:11-12 “…And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ…” This biblical principal foundation serves as the purpose of the book. As an Apostle, Apostle Chuck has left his footprint of the Apostolic for the world; this book through the identifications necessary to move toward the pattern of the New Testament church is quite clear. I believe this is why the book was written and necessary for the body of Christ.

This type of change requires “faith”. Galations 5:6 says “For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.” I love how the Message bible translates this scripture. “What matters is something far more interior: faith expressed in love.”

The book allows us as the church to recognize our failures as it relates to the development of workers. The book points out four specific issues, the first being the ideology that the pastor does all the work. This traditional stand point was not taught but more implied. I lived with a perfect example of a servant leader, my grandfather, John William Ray, Jr. however, the traditional Baptist church I grew up in supported church workers but not disciples for the work of the ministry and definitely not as it relates to the ministry of the Word. Ministry of the word was reserved for those males that believed that God had called them to “The Ministry”. This typically was identified as just preaching.

The second problem identified in Accountable Men, is that often church leaders do not release their people to do ministry. In the less traditional churches there may be equipping but then once the equipping is completed there is no activation or opportunities given to exercise the tools or information learned in the equipping session(s). Apostle Chuck points out that this often occurs because the pastor is unwilling, he/she has fears or feels threaten in some way. I think if I poled ten people nine of the ten would agree that this type of behavior incited by a lack of confidence and insecurities. Apostle Chuck boldly declares this is all rooted in pride, which has been fostered from experiences of rejection, attacks and/ or abuse, which in turn has caused pastors or set ministry to build walls of “defense between themselves and their people”.

Another point of our failure as a church is the work of the ministry is the simple mindset that, most people don’t feel “it’s not their job…that’s the pastor’s job”. This carnal response is a direct violation to the scripture Ephesians 4:11-12 mentioned earlier.

The cycles of fear of failure, resisting the unknown, breaking old mindsets and becoming what Apostle Chuck refers to as “Another Man” is clearly defined with practical solutions that can be practiced by leaders and layman alike. This introduction marches us directly into the main theme and goal of the book finding “faithful men and women”.

This pivotal requirement for the work of the ministry leads to Apostle Chuck’s well known believed opinion that we as leaders, we should look for people that are “faithful” versus “able”. In the book he points out that; this primary criterion should be reexamined because faithfulness speaks more to the person’s character than ability. Dr I.V. Hilliard is also the student of this school that believes that faithful people, God can make able. While I do agree with this statement it does make for good dialogue to discuss faithfulness versus capacity. I think about one of my current assignments as Director of Communication, Marketing and Multi-media. While I do hold some ability to function well in this capacity, I know there is someone else more “able” in each of these areas. While this department may do well, will it ever reach greatness? If someone else’s capacity in this area is greater all of my “faithfulness” doesn’t supersede that. However, Apostle Chuck makes the great point that God is more interested in the character of a person then their ability.

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A Reflection of Where I Am by Holly Spence

2011-06-15T10:19:00.000-07:00

Reflection of where I am

Son, Bastard or Orphan

In receiving this assignment and reflecting on the teaching I am very excited about the revelation I have received in my studies of being a son and what that means.

I can say without doubt, wavering or hesitation I am a son more specifically a “huois”! This declaration doesn’t come with accolades or extensive list of examples in an attempt to prove my point. But, it comes with a true reflection of my heart. Son-ship is reflective by words and deeds, but is promoted by inward responses to outward circumstance.

As with most processes there are times in the process that are not enjoyable, for as Apostle has taught and the word says, “sons are made”. However, it’s in that making that value is established. Just as in the natural, handmade items can be considerably more expensive then items that are massed produced. There is the time and effort that one puts into the making of the item. Even when it comes to art, a commissioned, hand painted original piece has more value than a digital copy. Further cost and value is increased when a sculpture is commissioned then one that merely commissioned to paint a portrait. The value is greater because the process is longer, it takes more of the sculptor’s time, the materials involved are more and it requires a greater skill set. The sculptor requires time to sculpt and wield the clay to ensure all of the details and facets of one’s face can be identified as the actual person’s likeness.

Being a son is an honor and it says that you have been sculpted and wielded so you can be identified in the likeness of the Father and the father. One of the meanings of Son in the Greek is translated as “Huios” (3)“those whose character God, as a loving father, shapes by chastisements (Hebrews 12:5-8) (3.d) those who revere God as their father, the pious worshipers of God, those who in character and life resemble God, those who are governed by the Spirit of God, repose the same calm and joyful trust in God which children do in their parents (Romans 8:14, Galatians 3:26)

Tecknons are “the votaries, advocate, staunch believer of wisdom, those souls who have, as it were, been nurtured and molded by wisdom”. Then a “Tecknon” can move to a “Huios” behaving himself wisely. (I Samuel 18:5) A Huios has an understanding, (Understanding, is sachal in the Hebrew. To be wise, behave wisely; to understand, be instructed; to wisely consider; to be prudent and intelligent. This word is also occasionally translated “prosper”) Huios are made through “feeding” words, instruction, and chastisement/discipline. Jermiah 3:15 says it this way “And I will give you shepherds according to My heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding. A Son’s way is made prosperous under the instruction of his leader/shepherd/father. Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is a principal thing, but in all your getting get understanding. Proverbs 3:13 Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding.

Although I am a son in this house, I still have to do ‘heart checks’ to ensure my status is not jeopardized by the enemy. God is looking for broken and contrite heart. My own inner thoughts or outside influences (internal or external of OMCC). I have to ensure that the spirit of the orphan doesn’t influence my attitude and cause me to try my father. I have to ensure that the spirit of a bastard, the thoughts or influences to do whatever I want to do, or even the temptation to rebel isn’t present, not just outwardly but inwardly “…for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart”. I Samuel 16:7. Thank God for mercy, Old Testament traditions would call for the stoning of a rebellious son. (Deuteronomy 21:18-21). New Testament traditions kill the fatted calf and give rings of honor. (Luke 15:11-32)

There is a war over the mantle and identity; the enemy wants to keep us as bastards/orphans and in a place of disrespect. If that occurs we will disqualify ourselves from wearing the mantle of the father and identity of a son. For with the mantle comes authority, power and a double portion. With this mantle a response is always required. It is seeds sown that will yield a harvest – reproduction – representation of the father.

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2011-03-25T12:22:00.000-07:00

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What people are saying about "Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth"

2011-03-25T12:16:00.001-07:00

The series of "Covenant of Lies" began with - The Untold Truth. Holly set the stage for each character to have their purpose. The story began taking on it's own life which pulled the reader into the next book, "The Revealed Truth". By now, the scenes are described and well illustrated as though one actually knew the people. That comes from being able to identify oneself with some if not all of them. All of us can relate to or perhaps have experienced the same scenario that occurred with this family. When "The Healing Truth" was presented, I was completely captivated by wondering how everything would play out - especially with Jill and Shane. I enjoyed the riveting turns, unknown routes, and suspense that kept me yearning to see what the outcome would be.

Well done Mrs. Spence! Keep writing forever....

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Joe Vita said...

Great books... This multi-faceted storyline is completely addictive and it's impossible not to relate to these characters; I wouldn't be surprised if they were real people in the author's life. I'm a tv and film actor and I read a lot of scripts so I can tell you these read like an exciting screenplay. I'm so glad I began reading the series after all of the books had come out; when you find story-tellers who allow one to connect emotionally and spiritually it is no fun to have to wait months for subsequent books to be published. I highly recommend!

Joey Vita

TV & Film Actor

Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth - Review is in

2011-02-19T10:42:00.000-08:00

“The Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth is yet another 5 star read!

What more can I say about Holly Spence and her strong story telling ability? I enjoyed the last installment of this series as much as the first two! I only regret that this was the last one because I've come to love the characters. I love a book with a good message especially when that message gives my God the Glory!”

Rebecca Campbell-Greene

Author of Diary Series

Purchase the series of "Covenant of Lies" by Holly Spence at http://www.amazon.com/ or http://www.covenantoflies.webs.com/

Official Website of Author Holly Spence

2011-02-07T10:51:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to announce the official website of Author Holly Spence. Below is her biography from her husband Vinnie Spence.
With a passion to know, learn and live God’s Word. My wife has been anointed by God to deliver His Word to His people.
A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, Holly is a graduate from the School for Creative and Performing Arts in which she majored in Drama, Technical Theatre Management and Vocal Music. She attended the University of Cincinnati, majoring in Chemical Technology and currently serves as a LVC Program Manager for a major Global Software Company.
At an early age she received a revelation from God about bringing together denominations from all over the US to seek God in worship and praise. Pregnant with a vision to minister to women in 1996: Designer’s Original was birthed.
My wife’s corporate accomplishments include; the recipient of both monthly and annual “V.I.P” awards and company’s annual president award for top performance. She was also the first to receive a “MVP” Manager Value in Performance while working for Federated Department Stores Credit Facility.
Holly is a literary award nominated author, publisher and playwright (“Servant Leadership The Heart That Serves” & “Power of 10 Gaining Empowerment in 10 minutes, 10 words, 10 people, and two plays STOP! You’re Killing Me and Dysfunction It Does Affect Generations), she has released her fiction trilogy, “Covenant of Lies the Untold Truth, “Covenant of Lies The Revealed Truth” and “Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth”, she is a Conference Speaker and Workshop Facilitator.
My wife has a true servant’s heart; she is committed to covenant relationships and has a passion for God’s Word. She is a covenant member of Overflow Ministries Covenant Church where she submits and serves under the Godly government of Apostle Bennie and Pastor Delores Fluellen. She’s an anointed psalmist, entrepreneur, and businesswoman. She’s the mother of 3 beautiful children Heather, Jehoshua and Joshijah-rapha. She’s my best friend and covenant partner.

Vinnie C. Spence

New Book Release - Covenant of Lies by Holly Spence

2011-02-07T10:08:00.000-08:00

The once hidden secrets, lies and deceits from Henry McFinley and Jessica Richardson the wife of his lifelong friend has been revealed. The fall out has threaten their children, Shane and Jill's hopes of having a serious relationship and the test on their marriages is quickly receiving a failing grade. Beverly Martinez is back and her eye’s target is set to destroy Jessica and Carl’s relationship, however Beverly doesn’t need to use her manipulative powers as much as she thinks.

Selma and Marcie are forced to deal with their own individual abuse from Calvin Taylor and the affect of Calvin’s abuse brings about a need for redemption that Selma is not sure she can give.

Can they put the pieces back together? This is a powerful story of redemption, forgiveness and love. This story of self created web of lies is the final installment of the Covenant of Lies series by Holly Spence.

“The Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth is yet another 5 star read!

What more can I say about Holly Spence and her strong story telling ability? I enjoyed the last installment of this series as much as the first two! I only regret that this was the last one because I've come to love the characters. I love a book with a good message especially when that message gives my God the Glory!”

Rebecca Campbell-Greene

Author of Diary Series

Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth - Review is in

2011-02-01T12:04:00.000-08:00

Covenant Of Lies: The Healing Truth

Holly Spence

Monarch Publications

Reviewed By Karynda Lewis

Official Apex Reviews Rating:

Henry and Jessica’s secret, illicit affair is finally revealed – and the fallout

from it threatens to destroy more lives than their own...Beverly returns, hell-bent

on ruining Jessica and Carl’s relationship – which, ironically, may not ultimately

require much effort on her part...Selma and Marcie are forced to deal with Calvin’s

horrendous abuse – but their thirst for revenge may just be dampened by his quest

for redemption...

The final installment in the Covenant Of Lies trilogy, The Healing Truth

provides long-awaited answers for the questions that readers no doubt have been

asking as the series has unfolded. As the winding saga of her compelling cast of

characters draws to a close, author Holly Spence does a commendable job of

revealing the truth behind long-hidden mysteries and bringing the suspenseful

drama of her tales to a thrilling climax. Faced with the arduous task of putting the

pieces of their broken lives back together again, the friends and lovers of The

Healing Truth reflect – in vivid fashion – the struggles with which we are all

familiar as we navigate our way through the vast and sundry challenges of our

daily lives. As such, Spence’s tale serves as a powerful reminder of the need to

embrace love, forgiveness – and most importantly truth – as a healing balm for the

common pain and sorrow that aggrieves us all. A thoroughly engaging read.

Covenant of Lies the Healing Truth

2011-01-10T08:16:00.000-08:00

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This is the last installment in the "Covenant of Lies" series

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New Release by Author Holly Spence

2011-01-01T15:06:00.000-08:00

New Release by Author Holly Spence

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2010-11-14T20:49:00.000-08:00

The Power of 10 by Holly Spence was a 2009 AAMBC Nominated Book of the Year, thanks to you.

In 2010 Covenant of Lies the Revealed Truth was a part of AAMBC Virtual Tour in October.

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Most Anticipated Release - Covenant of Lies the Revealed Truth

2010-08-16T19:13:00.000-07:00

The much anticipated release "Covenant of Lies the Revealed Truth" is the second installment in the "Covenant of Lies"

The drama, lies, deceit, and hidden secrets are revealed in this second release of the Covenant of Lies trilogy. Continue to follow the lives of the McFinley, Richardson and Taylor families. What will become of Jill and Shane’s budding relationship? Will the long time relationship between Henry and Carl survive the years of deceit and lies? Will Marcie’s relationship with her father be the final straw for Selma? “Covenant of Lies The Revealed Truth” is the second book in the “Covenant of Lies” series of self created web of lies by Author Holly Spence.

Pre order your copy at http://www.covenantoflies.webs.com/ at the special prerelease rate of $10

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2010-08-16T19:05:00.001-07:00

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Excerpt form "Covenant of Lies the Revealed Truth" Pre-orders being taken soon!

2010-07-15T20:07:00.000-07:00

Courtney wakes up, her head is pounding and blood is all over her lab coat. She does not know how long she has been out, but she remembers being knocked out by Calvin Taylor. She looks at Selma’s bed and she is still sleep. Selma was administered a heavy dose of Percocet to help her sleep through the night as comfortable as possible. Courtney then began to look around for Marcie, calling her by name, but unable to move swiftly. Water in the bathroom is running. Courtney managed to get to her knees and use the couch to get to her feet. When Courtney opened the bathroom door, Marcie was in the shallow shower with water running, bruises on her arms and legs. Her shirt was around her neck; her bra ripped off, her pants and underwear, all at her ankles.

“Oh God!!! Marcie!” Marcie doesn’t reply nor does she move. Courtney turns off the water, runs outside for help. The officer was getting up off the floor the same time Courtney was coming out of Selma’s hospital room. “Sir, are you ok? I will have someone come by to look at you, don’t get up stay seated.”

ourtney made her way to the nurse’s station, the nurse looked up, “Oh Courtney, what in the world happened?” said the nurse.

“I was attacked by Calvin Taylor, Selma Taylor’s husband, please call hospital security and have them dispatch the police. I need to call down regarding my shift, I was supposed to report to work, what time is it?” Courtney sees the clock, “Oh no, I have been out for over 30 minutes? I also need someone to look at the officer outside Mrs. Taylor’s room and I need help getting Marcie Taylor to emergency for examination.”

The sixth floor nurse scrambles to meet the request and makes the necessary calls. A second nurse joins Courtney to check out the officer. Courtney heads back down to Marcie with a gown and blankets in hand to cover Marcie. When Courtney gets back to the room, the nurse behind her tends to the officer to identify his injuries. Courtney opens the door. Marcie is still in the bathroom lying in the shower.

“Marcie, I am going to take you to emergency to have you examined.” Marcie was still unresponsive. “Marcie, let me help you up, I have a gown for you to put on.” Marcie allowed Courtney to help her up, remove her clothing and put the gown and blanket around her.

Just then, John Cartwright arrived from emergency, “Hey Court, I have a wheelchair.”

“Thanks John, can you get me a plastic bag? I will need that for her clothes. Come on Marcie, let’s get you into the wheelchair, we will get you cleaned up.”

John comes back with the plastic bag, as Courtney is lifting Marcie; John places the plastic bag over the back of the wheel chair and proceeds to help Courtney get Marcie into the wheelchair. Just as John reaches out to Marcie, Marcie is like a wild boar, kicking and screaming. Marcie kicks John in his groin; she punches Courtney in her face. Courtney makes every effort to get Marcie to calm down, “John go out,” shouted Courtney. When John left the bathroom, Marcie calmed down and Courtney was able to get her into the wheelchair.

During all of this commotion, Selma never woke up. Courtney wheeled Marcie to emergency and called ahead, “Hello this is Nurse Courtney Thomas, I am coming down from the sixth floor and I have a possible rape victim.”

The Wait Is Almost Over!

2010-07-15T14:24:00.000-07:00

For those that have been waiting the time is almost here

"Covenant of Lies the Revealed Truth"

Pre-orders currently being taken

This much-anticipated release is scheduled for Fall 2010.

This is the second in a trilogy of the "Covenant of Lies" series by author Holly Spence.

Pre-orders currently being taken - email monarchpublicationsllc@yahoo.com or order on www.monarchpublicationsllc.webs.com

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2010-03-19T12:10:00.000-07:00

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Excerpt from "Covenant of Lies The Untold Truth"

2010-03-16T11:05:00.000-07:00

Chapter Two

Marcie slides in the back of the family’s Mercedes E-320; this is a down size from the previous G-550 SUV. The Taylor family is financially struggling comparatively. Since Mr. Taylor’s two year layoff, the family’s million dollar income has been reduced to less than half. The Mercedes and hillside mansion have been sustained because of wise investments and Mr. Taylor’s need to keep up appearances. But the Taylor’s home is far from the host of bi-weekly served dinner parties, valet parking and employee Christmas gatherings. The French garden along the East side of the estate is overgrown with weeds. The front yard is only cut after threats of fines from the local village administration. Mrs. Taylor does her own laundry only once a week - two hours on Friday evening. If an article of clothing doesn’t make the weekly designated two hours consider it dirty another week. Marcie learned this the hard way after having to wear a soiled uniform shirt to school for the whole week. She was grateful that was her last week at her private school, but the public school scrutiny wasn’t any better. Mrs. Taylor has consigned all of her St. John clothing with the exception of a couple of show pieces, all of which can be interchanged and made into four – five different outfits. Her jewelry has been auctioned off along with her special ordered Jaguar XL. This was all done at the direction and insistence of Mr. Taylor, who used his corrupt connections with an auction house to give the appearance that the donations were for charity but he actually received an under the table kick back. This was all done to stay a float and keep the appearances that the great Calvin Taylor hasn’t hit rock bottom. However, the tomato soup and crackers for dinner tell another story. The empty rooms that once held exquisite antiques and original works of Van Gogh are all now shut off and never entered. However, the bar doesn’t seem to lack replenishing. Mr. Taylor finds himself at the bottom of a vodka bottle at least two to three times a week.

As Marcie shuts the door, her father’s booming voice bounces off the windows, “What the hell were the two of you doing?” Selma unintentionally began to stutter over her own words. Marcie thought that even though her mother was delayed in her response she would be safe since they were so close to church, surely her father wouldn’t risk being seen. Before Marcie could finish her thought, Calvin’s hand was on the passenger side of the car and back at his side all before the first stop light. The force of Calvin’s so called wave was so powerful; Selma Taylor’s face was plastered against the window with about a half dollar sized blood pool. “Look what you have done now!! You have smeared the window with your blood, clean it up, you imbecile. I don’t know why I stay with you, putting up with your nonsense! When I say we are to leave immediately after church, we are to leave immediately after church, no delays, do you hear me? Do you hear me Selma? Answer you stupid…” Selma answers as she holds back the tears, “I understand I was helping Marcie pick up our bibles she dropped.” Calvin’s voice rang with fury, “Oh please don’t blame Marcie for your inability to follow instructions, always passing the buck!” Marcie wasn’t surprised by her mother’s attempt to throw her under the bus, she almost didn’t blame her. She was just trying to relieve the attention from herself. But that same action was making Marcie bitter and angry inside. She desperately needed protection and love not more exposure to this self serving parenting.

Earnest Earthquake

2010-03-04T10:38:00.000-08:00

In recent weeks our personal space has been invaded by the devastation of the earthquake in Haiti. The sudden shock and lost that has been experienced by our Haitian brothers and sisters has undoubtedly caused a movement of a different kind from afar. The quake of emotions has irrupted to provide support for the families of Haiti monetarily, in time and shopping within our personal closets to make a difference in daily necessities that are needed on the island. This outward ruin of the Haitian Island obviously can't be denied but it has been reported that the spirits of the people are yet renewed with hope. This hope has been "unshaken" event with the experience of "tremors" or "aftershocks" that have occurred.

Earthquakes occur because the earth's plates shift and collide against each other. This shifting is always taking place but not often felt and are scientifically identified as "tremors". Most of the earthquakes happen around the Pacific Ocean which is referred to as the "Ring of Fire". This occurs due to the large number of volcanic activity that takes place in this ring.

Earthquakes are measured as "minor" (3-5), "moderate to strong" (7-8), (8) "major" and (higher than 8) "great". The average of an (8) quake hitting the earth is once a year causing catastrophe in thousands losing their lives, collapsing buildings, mud slides, fires, floods and tsunamis.

It is believed that loss of life can be avoided by strategic emergency planning, education and the construction of building that will sway and not collapse under the "stress" of an earthquake.

There is another earthquake that I am expecting. It's not customary for earthquakes to have names such as hurricanes, but the earthquake I am expecting is called "Ernest". I am waiting in great anticipation to see what God will collapse, slide out, burn up and then flood my life with. There is shifting that is taking place that can only be measured by the finely tuned spiritual instruments of the believers of Jesus Christ. God is up to something good in the midst of economic stress and world unrest. "Ernest" is shifting believers in place to slide against each other to cause a shaking that will rock the nation for HIS manifested glory. Our shaking will take place to show the world that the "..Kingdom of God suffereth violence but the violent take it by force."

We have our emergency plan in place and we will not experience any lost in life, because we keep praising, worshipping, fasting and praying to our Father God. We put God in His rightful place... FIRST! He is a good father and wants nothing more to bless us His children. So I invite you to join my "Ring of Fire" and slide against each other to build a holy manifestation of "Earnest"!

Do it God!
Holly Spence
Monarch Publications, LLC February 16, 2010