Book excerpt: A Journey of Purpose and Hope ... It's All Yours, Lord takes readers along on a family's journey through crisis. You will also experience a dramatic example of Body ministry at its best, as thousands prayed and encouraged the family. You will witness the family members' emotions in the worst of times; and you will be challenged as you observe where they found hope. It's All Yours, Lord will encourage you to turn to the Word of God. You will be motivated to understand God's purpose for your life; and you will see the value of preparing today for the crises of the future-not if, but when, they come. Finally, you will find the "Thirty-One Days of Hope" devotional series to be a practical help in your walk with God. Dr. Armstrong completed a twenty-year Air Force career, serving in research and development and program management positions and achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He served as program manager for a secure communications program in support of the President of the United States. He was a professor of physics at the US Air Force Academy where he directed the physics major. Dr. Armstrong was the Director of Development for Dayton Christian Schools, Inc., from 1983 - 1999. He filled the position of Vice President of Advancement, Legacy Ministries International, from 1999 - 2002, accepting the position of President, Legacy Ministries Foundation, in 2002. He retired in October 2007. Dr. Armstrong is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, and he received a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois. He is a contributing author to Sowing for Excellence.