With it being Father's Day Weekend,
I wanted to share with other fathers out there who might be struggling with change. Don't fight alone; I am here to help. This is a clip from my book "From Gigolo to Jesus" I wrote in 2011. My life had grown but back when I wrote this book it was and still is designed to help those who read by sharing my experience through transparency.
As you read for yourself, you'll see I was a beast, but I am happy that is all behind me. I am a better man, husband, and most important, Father. If you want to order a copy, click the book cover below or go to www.Bravinpublishing.com. Happy Father's Day.
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From Gigolo to Jesus
Watch out for those dogs. Those men who do evil. Those manipulators of the flesh. Ephesians 3:2
I placed this verse at the beginning of the book because I wanted to show that, even in The Bible, God warned against man. Men, like me, who are liars, cheaters, cultivators, and destroyers of dreams. Treacherous at their creativity to feed their ravenous sexual desires men will go to great lengths. Although I am not proud to admit that I was among those predators for more than three decades of my life, I can honestly say that I am proof that change is possible. My transformation was not an easy one, and the most significant battle was admitting I was as venomous as they come.I hope in reading this clip you can see a glimpse into what my life was and why having someone to speak to is a necessity. I am here if you need to set something up. Reach out at KeithBelvin@Bravinpublishing.com or (347) 921-0443
You see, I didn’t physically beat or rape women. I didn’t force myself on anyone. I learned, like a lion on the prowl, how to hide in the tall grass, watch my victims, and understand their weaknesses. Then when I got as close as possible, undetected, I sprang for the kill. I was brilliant at putting on such a chase for my victim’s heart they honestly believed I cared about them when in reality my goal was to feed my euphoria by capturing someone else’s soul because I felt I had lost my own.
When people hear the term gigolo, they automatically think of a man who receives money from women for his sexual prowess. As I enhanced my craft in enticing women, I was compensated with gifts, trips, and expensive restaurants, among other things. You see, a gigolo has to be a great liar. He has to be a chameleon so that he becomes whatever you need him to become. That is his appeal. I would love to say that, sexually, I am the best man on the planet, but my gift, as well as my curse, is I understand how women think. I realized the role sex played in women’s emotions and I made it work for me.
All of my life as far as I can remember, my grandmother stressed to me I had a connection with the Lord. A calling she swore I could never get away from. I never allowed myself to fully believe it was true. When you’re living your life in an ungodly fashion, there is no way to let thoughts of Jesus to take hold. In all my transgressions I remember to speak to the Lord and say a prayer when I was in trouble like many who lived fast and still consider themselves spiritual. In this book, my transformation is laid out as a reflection of what happens when a man lets the truth sink past the filth. Hence the reason I added Jesus to the title, to begin with. I am by no means calling myself the Savior or comparing myself in any way; I am merely saying Jesus is the focus of my spiritual life. As I fight to remain the changed man I am, it is the understanding of Jesus’ life and the ideas of the Christian faith which leads my path. I am not preaching to anyone with my writing. However, I am witnessing who I am through my words and actions. Now if you ask my grandmother she will swear to you without the shadow of a doubt I am going to be a full-fledged minister. Don’t get me wrong, men need something higher than themselves to latch on to if they are to change. This is my anchor.
There was a time I believed that I was happy. I had fixed a lie around myself to such a degree I had other people assuming I was happy and hoping that if I told enough lies, I would find the happiness that I didn’t have. This book is going to take you on a journey of where that unhappiness began and where happiness takes over. I was a young man so out of control I believed the only thing that could save my life was jail, death or God. I was leaning to the latter two. I knew I didn’t want to end up in jail. However, the internal battle was being waged between the death of my soul and moving towards the path of Jesus. In changing my life, I figured out how to do things to stay clear of death. It wasn’t easy.
From Gigolo to Jesus uses my life to focuses on men as predators, but please keep in mind, I am giving an account of my own personal exploits. I have observed men and women playing both roles of victims and villains. Hopefully, in reading, you’ll identify which one you are and be encouraged to make some changes. Consider where you are in your life and if you’re happy.
Here are the words from someone I had the pleasure of working with;
Joyce A. Graham said:
After my daughter passed away, I had all but given up on writing ever again. Her death devastated me and I just didn’t have the motivation or the inclination to ever pen another book. When I awakened this morning, I stumbled upon a blog from Keith. I was only going to listen for a little while, intending to only get the essence of what he was trying to convey. I could not stop listening! As I continued to listen to the information he shared regarding writing, I could sense that he was authentic and transparent. He demonstrated a genuine concern for other writers in addition to a strong sense of ethical responsibility. Right away, I sensed the spirit of the Lord saying, “This is the person who I have ordained to help you.” I called him immediately. After speaking with him for a few minutes, I was convinced that he did not view his publishing company as merely a business, with nothing driving it but dollar signs, philosophy, methods, and skill; it was a MINISTRY. But because I was still struggling, I felt very vulnerable and extremely skeptical. But Keith did not relate to me from a position of authority, superiority, or pressure. He listened, encouraged, and ministered to me. I am so looking forward to working with him! More importantly, I am excited about writing again!
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