I read at least thirty books every year. Many years ago, another Charlie—Charlie “Tremendous” Jones taught me, “You will be the same five years from now as you are today except for two things; the people you meet and the books you read.” Though he has passed on, I still hear his exhortation in my mind…”the people you meet and the books you read, the people you meet and the books you read.”

In the case of Charlie Brown, both have changed me. We met over 25 years ago. He was friendly, optimistic, caring, fun to be around. To watch him from a distance, you would never guess that he was dealing with a death sentence delivered by a medical doctor. His presence was not that of a man filled with worry or fear. Instead, he was someone special, someone who defined himself by something much deeper than his circumstances. When he asked me to read his book and consider writing a forward, I couldn’t say, “no”, because of who he is; a true role model in how he has lived his life. So I started reading…

Fit for His Glory is a treasure trove of wisdom. It is what my publisher refers to as, “a legacy book”. You can’t read these pages without coming to know and be inspired by Charlie. Transparent, authentic, and pure are the words that came to my mind as I turned the pages. This book is much, much more than an interesting story. It is the accumulated love, joy, and peace of a man who stared death in the face and calmly said, “not me, not yet”. It is a story of kindness, gentleness and faithfulness shared with the sensitivity of someone who has been transformed by a lifetime pursuing God. And it is an inspiring treatise of self-control, patience and goodness shared by someone who reflects the consistency and character we all aspire to become. 

Many years ago, a U.S. supreme court justice wrote, “I wouldn’t give a fig for simplicity on the near side of complexity. But I would give my right arm for simplicity on the far side of complexity.” Charlie has given us brilliant simplicity, full of wisdom, strength and hope. Read this book with both your mind and heart. And you will be changed. Gal 5:22 - 23

Ron Price - Business Advisor, Facilitator, Speaker & Author Advisor

Charlie’s new book is a must read for anyone seeking wholeness in body, soul, and spirit. He shares how God walked with him through very deep dark waters. The fruits of this walk are lessons he shares in this book. These lessons include challenges, blessings and guidelines intended to help you come to completeness with yourself and with God. Whether it is your body, your soul or your spirit, Charlie has a message for you. 

Gerald Phillips, Principal, Teacher, Nutrition Educator

Charlie uncovers the very essence of life and explains it in a very simple, understandable way. He looks at every aspect of our being – spirit, soul, and body. He shares his journey to find wholeness through his life experiences and by examining God’s Word. You will discover many new truths about daily living from the excellent research he has done. This is a must read for all Christians who want to truly experience the abundant life Jesus came to give us

Dr. Mary Ruth Swope w/ Charlotte Bates, Author and Nutrition Educator
 

Through all the years I have known Charlie Brown, God has had him on a spiritual journey. When he was first diagnosed with lymphoma so many years ago, God got his attention and has been changing him ever since, making him fit for His glory. Let this book be the template God will use to bring you not only to a place of physical healing, but far down the road on your spiritual journey into the arms of the Great Physician and eternity beyond. Well done Charlie Brown!

Dr. John Shewfelt, Chiropractor and Nutrition Educator, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

 
Charlie, It is my great pleasure to congratulate you on your new book “Fit For His Glory”. To say the least it is extremely impressive. As a matter of fact if I was still conducting nutritional seminars I would be honored to use your book as a text book. As a fellow professional and brother in Christ I would love to see this awesome book in the hands of every American. THE BOOK IS SPOT ON. God Bless you in your Journey.

Bill Frazier NC, DNM

 
We have known Charlie Brown for over 20 years and have watched his journey toward spiritual and physical wholeness first hand. In this book he has done an excellent job of integrating spiritual, nutritional and Biblical concepts in a way that the reader can understand. The sharing of his own personal journey toward health, shows us that he really knows his “stuff.” This is a must read for anyone wanting to improve their health and live “fit for a king.”

Drs. Beverly and Tom Rodgers, Therapists, Speakers and authors of Becoming a Family That Heals

1. Chapter 1: MY STORY: CANCER …the dreaded 6-letter word
2. Chapter 2: WHOLENESS: Spirit, Soul, & Body - God’s Design 
3. Chapter 3: SPIRIT HEALTH 
4. Chapter 4: SOUL HEALTH
5. Chapter 5: BODY HEALTH:  GOD’S MASTERPIECE
6. Chapter 6: BODY HEATLH:  FEED AND NOURISH 
7. Chapter 7: BODY HEALTH:  CLEANSE AND DETOX 
8. Chapter 8: BODY HEALTH:  EXERCISE AND REST
9. Chapter 9: BODY HEALTH:  FOOD CHOICES
10. Chapter 10: SPIRIT/SOUL/BODY CONNECTION
11. Chapter 11: THE NEXT THIRTY DAYS