Joy Cometh in the Morning

About the Book

Joy Cometh In The Morning is both a cautionary and informative tale written about Christian and non-Christian teenagers who are confronted with issues of premarital sex, family dysfunction, violence, and teenage sexuality and self-esteem.  The book highlights personal transformations through God’s redemptive power and unconditional, constraining love that is expressed through His son, Jesus Christ.

Joy Cometh In The Morning is not only inspirational but also gives a unique perspective on the quality of sin; the approach is everyone—Christian and non-Christian—is capable and culpable of sin yet one does not have to remain as a bond slave to it but can, through Christ, become a bond slave to righteousness.  Furthermore, it addresses important social issues such as masturbation and abortion that are taboo in some ministries and households.

Readers—specifically, teenagers and adults of various ethnicities and genders—will not only recognize but also believe in the hope that is inherent in the personhood of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that trials and tribulations can be managed and overcome through one’s personal relationship with God that, consequently, leads to life changing experiences.

About the Author

Deserray James, a native New Yorker, is a missionary and a Health Care Science major who cares about the well-being of others. She has many blessings in her life, the most important of which is her beautiful daughter, Jasmine, who fills each day with wonder. Ms. James has written poetry and short stories but Joy Cometh In The Morning is her first novel.