Pousche - The Whirlwind Principle

The Whirlwind Principle

Tom Pousche

The Whirlwind Principle

Copyright 2013 by Dr. Tom R. Pousche. All rights reserved.

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Dedication

To my wonderful wife, Kathy, and my children, Scott and Pamela, with loyal-love.

On a good day, enjoy yourself; on a bad day, examine your conscience. God arranges for both kinds of days so that we wont take anything for granted.

(Eccl. 7:14 MSG)

Acknowledgments

My special thanks to:

Kathy Pouscheyour positive inspiration as a wife, mother, piano teacher and Realtor kept me moving forward with this book. Without your words of encouragement, the book would never have been possible.

Nick Harrisonwho took time out of his busy schedule to meet with me at Starbucks in Eugene, Oregon in 2012. His direction and words of wisdom during that first meeting lit the match that got me fired up to write this book.

Jean Mom Weaverwhose motherly inspiration was only a phone call away. She was our best cheerleader as we ministered to long-distance truckers and busy travelers with Big Rig Celebrates . Now she is in Heaven rooting us onward with the heavenly host.

Beverly Beemwho could ask for a more loyal-loving friend? She was a total delight as a member of our Christian Servicemens Center while I was serving in the US Navy in Guam (1968-1970). She continues to inspire me as a first reader and faithful friend.

Hazel Steina dear friend who has been an inspiration to my family and me. She is a godly lady who gives her time for the Lord. She has been a great listening ear over the years. What a pleasure to live with her and her late husband while I was youth pastor at the Evergreen Bible Church in Vancouver, Washington back in 1976.

John Baldwinplayed a vital role in my life. He not only gave me my first job as his flagger as he crop dusted farming fields in Idaho, but he gave me my first flying lesson and eventually led me to the Lord. Thanks for your encouragement over the years. Friends forever!

Dad Weavergave his generous support and love, allowing me to camp out on the hills of the Weaver Farm in Touchet, Washington to write many of my articles and this book.

To allfrom my early training and education years at Montana Institute of the Bible in Billings, Montana to my doctoral program at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregona big thank you!

Foreword

The sky is blue on a sunny day. When you look into the sun you must squint your eyes. If you stand in the rain you will get wet. These are simple and obvious statements. The Whirlwind Principle states the obvious about ones emotional, spiritual and psychological self. We dont always make safe or healthy decisions. Driving in the dark with no lights on is not safe.

The Whirlwind Principle will help turn on the lights in dark emotional areas and bring hope. Problems are more easily seen than solved. Dr. Tom Pousche points the reader to biblical and practical answers for overcoming destructive life dilemmas.

This is a must read for those desiring to discover a clear and healthy way of dealing with recurring emotional cycles that lead to harmful decision making. Its principles come from the truths of the Bible and are sure footing for the slippery slopes of todays fast-paced life. The Whirlwind Principle has real answers that not only relieve the pain of the moment but give hope of a better tomorrow.

One of the many strengths of this book is the obvious and clear application of Gods Word in ways that bring understanding and motivation into our day-to-day lives. This is not merely the story of one chaplains many life experiences, rather it is the repeated application of Gods Word into specific real life dramas.

The Whirlwind Principle presents truth about unhealthy decisions clearly and lovingly, but it also comforts those in the midst of their painful failures. It does not condemn; rather it points readers to a God who loves them and cares about their pain. Its powerful and practical teachings will bring healing and hope when embraced by faith.

This is not a book of theory only. Unchangeable biblical principles are illustrated from the real world of everyday life. Colorful true-life experiences jump from the pages. Tom Pousche has the heart of a shepherd and every page demonstrates that he cares about people. Read it reflectively with pen and paper. As you are then empowered and become a more confident and healthier person, you can have the joy of being able to help others.