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by Chris Skates and Dan Tankersley |
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Noah was in shock. It had been nearly one hundred twenty years since God told him this flood would come. Now that it was here, he couldn’t bear it.
Noah understood quite well what was taking place outside and why God had determined it had to be that way. Still, the reality was agonizing.
Why, oh why, did they not listen? Noah thought. He shed no tears. He had cried so much and so often in these recent days that his body could produce no more. He continued to stare into his lap. Noah wished the screams outside were not real. He wished to awaken from this nightmare. But he could only endure it.
As the rain pounded the roof and the people outside suffered, minutes were like hours. Familiar voices were begging him to open the door. Noah knotted his fists into his cloak and tried to hold on.
Click Here to read the prologue. See Chris in our video about Noah and the Ark on GodTube by clicking here.
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Chris Skates, who wrote Christian-themed one-act plays and short stories in college, rediscovered his love of writing in his late thirties. He has had five short stories published nationally and has published several technical articles. Chris, a chemist, also has taught adult Bible study classes for eight years. He and his wife, Tracy, have two children. |
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Dan Tankersley has developed more than three hundred discipleship training classes that he uses to teach Biblical topics. His strong interest in and decade-long research of the first eleven chapters of Genesis led to the development of this novel. He has a technical degree in data processing. Dan and his wife of more than thirty years, Judy, have three children and seven grandchildren. |
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Chris and Dan are available for speaking engagements. Please contact us for scheduling. Our Mission: making Bible stories fun, entertaining, and educational ...always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you.... 1 Peter 3:15 |
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Upcoming Events:
· Chris and Dan will be at the Kentucky Book Fair in Frankfort on Saturday, November 15, 2008. · Chris and Dan will be at the Hickman County Book Fair on Saturday, December 6,2008. · Contact Dan and Chris at Info@BeReadyMinistries.com or at 270-898-9721 to arrange for speaking engagements or book signings.
Reviews from our readers
Chris and Dan were on TCT.TV April 16, 2008 on the show called Rejoice. The hosts of Rejoice said many positive things about The Rain. You can watch the program where we were interviewed by clicking here and selecting the 4/16 archive. TCT and Rejoice are available in 170 nations around the world.
“The Rain… I want you to know it is a fine and interesting read that I much enjoyed. It gave me perspective that I never before had that made Noah and his family much more real in the emotions and challenges they faced in building and living on the Ark.
G. P.
“’The Rain’ is truly a book for this hour in which we live - it is TRUTH, comfort, and a constant reminder of God's provision for HIS people.”
F. W. Florida, USA
“This may actually be the first Christian fiction book I have ever read in its entirety. I have not read a Christian fiction book that intrigued me anymore than this one. I recommended to my congregation that they get a copy. I had to keep reminding myself that this was a fiction book based on reality. I read this book in less than two days. It normally takes that long for me to read the last chapter in a book. This book fills in and helps you think about what might have happened in between the Biblical accounts we have about the flood.”
R. J., Pastor, Kentucky
"This is one of the best-written ‘non-professional’ things I've read - reminds me of Frank Peretti's style. ‘The Rain’ is a well-balanced, quick read book, with enough excitement and "adult" situations to keep it from being pabulum. This could become a series, very likely a film as well."
C. B., Retired Director of Missions, Kentucky
"I was especially touched by God's sorrow over the flood. I think sometimes we focus on the judgment aspect (and rightly so) but forget that He loved the people and it hurt Him to have to destroy them. Thank you for writing the book.”
D. R. Oregon, USA
“I just finished reading your book ‘The Rain’. It was awesome. I learned a lot from your book. I praise you for your wonderful work and hope you have a lot of success so it will inspire you to write another book.”
S. C. Illinois, USA
“I happened to have read a copy of your novel which you sent to my colleague and I just had to write to tell you Thank you for writing it! I found it so inspiring; it opened my eyes to appreciate what the life of Noah and also the many other characters in the bible must have been. I got so wrapped up in the book that I wanted to see how Ham got into trouble with his father Noah and got cursed! God bless you both! May He continue to be your inspiration!”
N.E. Lagos, Nigeria
“I have just completed reading ‘The Rain’. What a fantastic book wrapped in the truth. It gives pause for thought on what it must have been like to have gone through all that Noah and his family went through.”
D. S. Kentucky, USA
“’The Rain’ was fantastic. It left me wanting more. Thanks for sharing.”
M. D. Texas, USA
“I think that you did a great job of elaborating the story of Noah’s Ark. The dark aspects were very black/evil/disturbing and conversely the closeness/reliance/fellowship with God was absolutely inspiring. The human elements tied it all together. Now I want to read more about the pre-flood times… and I want to pray more.”
G. L. Manitoba, Canada
“Finished the book and I thoroughly enjoyed it. To me, the story of Noah and the Ark had always been about Noah, pairs of animals and rain for 40 days and nights. The reason for the rain was always overlooked but the book brought it home. The story captured my interest, which led me to want to know more about Noah, his family and the times in which they lived, which brought me back to God’s reason for the rain. Well done.”
J. G. Florida, USA
“Dan and Chris have taken a good story and made it come alive. The dialogue, the struggles, and the imagery make this book difficult to put down. I felt like I was living the events. I felt excitement, pain, remorse, and longing from the very first chapter. I was pleasantly surprised at some of the outcomes.
M. J. Georgia, USA
“The book was great! I really enjoyed reading it. Especially the last 15 or so chapters, it's as if I couldn't wait to read the next few chapters. Each day I would look forward to reading it. I can sincerely say that I will never, and I mean never, see Noah and the story of the ark, the same way that I've envisioned it over the last 30 some odd years.
Teaching Children's Church for 12+ years and telling the story of Noah's Ark over and over, I look back and see that I never even skimmed the surface of what Noah and his family could have experienced and how God truly used them. I never would have even considered some of the tasks, conversations, situations, and experiences that might have, could have, and probably did take place throughout Noah's life. And not just while he was in the ark or even building it, but what his life might have been like before God called on him. You guys have opened my imagination and curiosity not only to Noah, but to each and every page of the Bible. Man, you guys have just ruined my routine, I don't think I will be able to just sit down and be a "daily Bible reader" anymore.”
M.W. Kentucky, USA
“I finished reading your book about a month ago and cannot get it out of my head. The images you and Chris projected in this book were so real to our lives today. I've ordered several for gifts this Christmas. The most exciting part of the book for me is when you equated the ARK in our lives today with JESUS! What an awesome concept! Thanks for sharing this great book with us.”
J.C. Louisiana, USA
“The book was terrific. I bought it and my wife finished it before I did! It was previously easy for me to think that people from biblical stories following God’s sometimes audible directives had it made. In addition to the great adventure, your book reminds us that these are real people with real temptations and human emotions, just like us. It must have been terrifying for them. Wow. I look forward to your next book.”
D.L. Michigan, USA
“This book is amazingly inspiring. It challenged me in so many ways and encouraged my faith by bringing me closer to the reality of Christianity. I have come to see God as a friend who always hears us and answers our petitions. The characters of Noah and Shem deeply encouraged me to know that there is always a way in God no matter how hard or difficult it looks. Thank you for this novel, for once in my life I pick up a book and keep on reading. The reality of the novel draws me closer to Christ.”
F. A. Lagos, Nigeria
“Incredible book. Well done. Have you picked who you want to play Noah in the movie yet?”
M. N. Georgia, USA
“’The Rain’ was truly a great read! I definitely think there needs to be a sequel based on the post-flood life of Noah’s three sons. Let me know when that one comes out!”
A. S. Manitoba, Canada
“’The Rain’ – brings historical characters to life in a compelling drama that will captivate the reader from start to finish. Once you start Chapter 1 you will not want to stop until the story ends! It is a narrative that captures the emotion and humanity of revered icons from the Biblical age. For those who are fans of Bible stories – this is a must read for your library! I started reading this on Christmas Eve, and could not stop until I had finished the complete book on Christmas Day!!”
D.S. Ontario, Canada
"I was totally entertained by this novel. It got my imagination soaring. Forget the laundry, the dishes, the house cleaning, most everything else and yes, even the TV. I just wanted to read. This book was so well written that it put me on the ark with Noah and his family. The story of what might have occurred during those 371 days on the ark had never come to mind. It left me wanting to know more. Great job!"
D. S. Tennessee, USA
“I enjoyed the book because I learned about an area of the bible that I didn't know previously and had a story to entertain me while reading. I hope the authors continue with another book so I can learn more.
I am a Navy veteran who spent 4 years on a ship. The observations of the book on sea travel brought back vivid memories of water spouts, ocean storms, and the views of an endless water horizon. I assumed at least one of the authors had to be a Navy veteran to be able to write so clearly about ocean travel.”
B. J. Kentucky, USA
“This was a wonderful story. ‘The Rain’ should be on everyone’s to read list. The writers give you the feeling of what it could have been like, with real feeling. Thank you.”
S. Kentucky, USA
“I thought the book was incredibly done! What I really liked was how you both so vividly described people and situations, it was so detailed I felt I was right there! You do realize that you now have to go through all the exciting stories in the Bible and write novels about them as well!! We'll all be anxiously waiting for more!! May God richly bless you and this exciting ministry you've embarked on!”
B. L. Manitoba, Canada
“’The Rain’ is an engaging story of Noah and the building of the ark as recorded in Genesis. It is a fictionalized account which wishes to remain true to the assertions of fact which are contained in the Genesis account. Read the rest of the review by clicking here.”
Anthony Horvath, Executive Director of Athanatos Ministries
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