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The Lioness and the Light

How a Mother's Roar, a Son's Smile, and a Community's Love Revealed God's Heart through a Life...

Dr Sharon Joyner-Payne

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Dr. Sjp Press
11 May 2026
The Lioness and the Light is a heartfelt true story of how God's heart is revealed through a mother's roar, a son's smile, and a community's love.

When Neal was born with Down syndrome, many saw limitations. His mama did not. A lioness with determination, she fought for his dignity, education, and opportunity. Standing beside her was Neal's daddy, whose quiet, steady strength supported her every step of the way.

Along the way, teachers, coaches, coworkers, friends and family formed ""Circles of Belonging,"" surrounding Neal with love, encouragement, and purpose. Through their support, Neal became a light, quietly impacting their lives in unexpected ways.

Now, as his parents age, Neal gives back the care-a full circle story only God could write.

This Christian inspirational story offers hope and a lasting truth: what some see as limitation, God reveals as purpose.
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Imprint:   Dr. Sjp Press
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 27mm
Weight:   730g
ISBN:   9798994974117
Pages:   420
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Dr. Sharon Joyner-Payne is a writer and speaker whose work explores belonging, servant leadership, and love expressed through community. Her writing draws on over three decades of executive leadership and has been shaped by her experience speaking to organizations, faith communities, and women's networks. This book is her debut, written to honor the people and relationships that formed her understanding of leadership as service. Sharon spent over 30 years with Inmar Intelligence, most recently as executive vice president and chief people officer, leading communications, corporate marketing, and human resources for more than 5,000 employees. Her commitment to people-first leadership is recognized through the Dr. Sharon Joyner-Payne Servant Leadership Award. She holds a BSBA from Appalachian State University, an MBA from Wake Forest University, and a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Grand Canyon University. Sharon lives in North Carolina with her husband and continues to serve as a church lay leader and on advisory boards.

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