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​Lulu Rivera

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So you want to know more about me...

I've been writing since the late 1990s.  In fact, I recently found a manuscript I wrote in 1997 but never published. I got busy being a wife and mother. I committed myself to being a full-time homemaker and mom until my kids were grown. It came with sacrifices. There was no room for selfishness. I understood the importance of parenting and wanted my kids to grow up healthy. I wanted to break the dysfunctional cycles that existed in my family. While I schooled my kids at home, I started my ministry called "Friends with Purpose." It involved counseling and life purpose coaching.  I began blogging, writing articles, and doing a few music podcasts. Then life interrupted. I divorced and moved to South Carolina. I was forced to start a new life, a new season. I also had to start my blog from scratch since my other one disappeared when I switched web hosting services. Five years of blogging vanished!

As I say many times, there are seasons in our lives. My season of full-time parenting has come to an end. If you're in a season of parenting, embrace it, love it, and be the best mom you can be. It is a privilege to raise children, not a burden. 

In this new season of my life, God has opened doors for me to travel and speak about the books I've written. My heart is to inform, educate, and encourage  women on being helpmates, on parenting, on healing, and on Biblical womanhood. 

Book Signing Event:

Sunday, May 19, 2019, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Clemson-Central Library, 105 Commons Way, Central, SC  29630

To see my TV appearances:

Appearance on WGGS-16 Nite Line with Annie Broughton Wednesday, 2/10/2021.
Can be seen on Facebook @WGGSTV16 Nite Line, or on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/3xz-0S8Bs7U 

Appearance on Nite Line with Mary and Toni 8/6/2020:
Can be seen on Facebook @WGGSTV16 Nite Line, or on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/K_-AgbT8cLw

Appearance on WGGS-16 Nite Line with Mary Sloan 2/27/2020:
https://youtu.be/wgBvcNPwzgs

Appearance on WGGS-16 Nite Line 9/17/19:
https://youtu.be/t4YvwchHn3E

My appearance on TBN Salsa's Praise with David Diga Hernandez 4/3/18:
youtu.be/imAkPQcb_2c

Appearance on WGGS-16 Nite Line 1-30-18:
youtu.be/a6aqzYyLuPw

Appearance on Faith with Flavor, TBN Salsa 9-29-17:
youtu.be/x0YLxVQw_Ws

Appearance on WGGS-16 Nite Line 7-5-17:
youtu.be/wnlDOKD7XNE

Why I wrote Exposing Satan's Agenda on Women

For too long, It has grieved me to see so many women be deceived by the unbiblical worldviews, by society's distorted norms, and by erroneous thinking. Satan is behind it all. He has had an agenda to render women ineffective so that families can fall apart and future generations be destroyed. This book exposes how Satan works in 8 different areas to deceive women.

Why I wrote Girl, Handle Your Business

I wanted to offer tips on how to better organize your household finances both manually and digitally. I share forms I've created to help with income and expenses, bills, budgeting, etc. I also wanted to make it affordable. That's why the ebook is permanently priced at 99 cents.

Why I wrote Hellmates and Helpmates

I released another book for women. I had a blast researching the stories of all the wives in the Bible and was amazed at what I learned!  You too will enjoy reading these intriguing stories. I wrote it because I did not find any books on the market regarding the wives in the Bible and how we can learn from each of them.

Why I wrote Purposed for Womanhood

 I saw (and still see) a great need for women of all ages to be mentored, guided, helped, and trained to become Godly women who can make an impact in our society.  Nobody can argue that we are living in an age where lawlessness, immorality and ungodliness is rampant.  Purposed for Womanhood trains women to live righteously, guides mothers on parenting, and teaches women to be helpmates.  ​

Why I wrote How to Heal From His Affair

After experiencing many years of infidelity in my first marriage, I found a need for a book that spoke directly to the woman who was sinned against by her husband.  The books I read did little to minister to me because they were either too clinical, too religious, or written to the couple. I (NOT WE) needed to be guided through the healing process.  Many women complain that they're husbands don't want to serve God nor are they willing to walk alongside of them in the healing journey.  This book is ideal for the woman who's going through the process alone.

Why I wrote Building Yourself Up

The body of Christ desperately needs to learn and understand the basic tenets of its faith. I walk you through 12 lessons followed by questions and answers. Although there are many books written to new believers in Christ, mine is simple to read and to understand. I also confront some of the manipulative teachings that exist in too many churches. 

Purposed for Womanhood

Testimonials from satisfied readers:

"Excellent read!" Becky H.

"I have many notes and highlights in it! I plan on using this book at some point in the single moms group." Laura L.

"I'm loving how well you're communicating these verses!  Your chapter on children was on point!" Winnie G.

"I enjoyed every chapter and will definitely be reading it again and refer back to it. Thank you for your boldness, realness and transparency.  I loved that you touched topics that no one talks about. Love your boldness sis! God bless you and your family!"
Judy E.

"I'm only half way through the book but boy have I related to so many things & have had revelations on things as well. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us women. It is so empowering to see & read."
Jasmine R.

"Love the book! Great teaching!! May God continue to Bless You!!!!"
Jeanette L.

WOW! The Lord knew what He was doing when I ordered it. Great timing! Thank you so much for your obedience and for your heart! It ministered to me in so many ways, I can't wait to share with other women. This book was an eye opener in so many ways!  May God continue to bless you and to pour out his love on you!!!
Charmay M.

How to Heal From His Affair

Testimonials:

"Your book has already been a blessing to me. I've used some of the practices you've mentioned and prayers have been answered. So much so that my husband had asked me if he can read it, when I'm done!!! I automatically said sure!" God's timing and knowing that I still needed to heal has come to fruition. Thank you for your willingness and strength to share your story and reaching out to those of us that are a part of this same journey."
Joanne R.

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​Easley, SC  29641

Email

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