Press Release from Icon Media Group – Media Contact: Katie Powell Bell
Athena Dean Holtz shares the deception that wrecked her life and how she found her way back into the arms of Jesus in new book.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., February 2017— From a young age, Athena Dean Holtz chased affirmation and attention from all the wrong sources, leaving her empty and alone. A victim of physical abuse and spiritual deception, she was deceived by Scientology, forays into mysticism and 12 years in a restrictive and legalistic cult, she lost everything—her marriage, relationships, home, business, money and reputation. In her forthcoming book Full Circle: Coming Home to the Faithfulness of God (Redemption Press, Feb. 27, 2017), Holtz candidly tells her story of self-discovery, redemption and freedom as she surrendered to Jesus.
“This is the story of how God brought me full circle,” writes Holtz. “How he brought me home . . . to a place I had always longed for, but never knew how to find.”
In Full Circle, Holtz vulnerably shares her journey and gives readers a front-row seat to her story of a shattered life restored. An important story for anyone who has questioned his or her worth or direction; Holtz proves that anyone who believes God and invites Him to join in their trials welcomes the result of His triumph. Full Circle offers not only her life story but biblical answers to the raw questions she asked during the peaks and valleys of her life.
“Knowing how much God loves me, I am finding my significance in Him rather than in what I do or with whom I am associated.”
Holtz is available for interviews. Potential interview topics include:
- Good grief: how to embrace life’s most painful moments to find true peace
- If God is good, why does he allow bad things to happen?
- Five ways to fight the thorns of insecurity
- From hurt to happiness: three steps that healed me
- Seven common pursuits that rob us of true joy
- How I escaped life in a cult
- Bless this mess: God’s perfect love for your imperfect life
About the Author
Athena Dean Holtz has been at the forefront of Christian custom publishing for the last 30 years. The co-founder of WinePress Publishing, she now leads Redemption Press. Author of three previous books and a highly-rated personal blog, she serves as president of the Northwest Christian Writer’s Association, is a president’s club member of the Christian Women in Media Association, and a member of the Advanced Writer & Speaker Association. She serves as host and interviewer on “Always Faithful Radio,” KCIS, Seattle. Married to Ross Holtz, pastor of The Summit, Athena enjoys her grandchildren and time spent sailing. The couple makes their home in Enumclaw, Wash.
Autographed copies available at www.redemption-press.com/shop/product/102606
Ebook available now:
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Not Afraid to Tell My Story 