All Charges Dropped!

Devotional Narratives from Earthly Courtrooms to the Throne of Grace, Volume 1

By Haroldo S. Camacho Foreword by Donavon Riley

$19.95

So many charges, so little forgiveness. So much fear, so little trust. So many chains, so little freedom. So much guilt, such great condemnation. Such great thick volumes of the law, so few pages granting pardons. This was my day in, day out reality as I worked in the courtrooms as a Certified Court Interpreter. You will enter the courtrooms. The narratives will almost make you believe you are present in the audience. You will follow divorce proceedings, murder felony trials, kids appearing in juvenile hall for truancy, drug trafficking in the schools, and more serious matters.

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All these narratives become jumping boards for entering the greater courtroom. Here we must all appear before the judgment seat of God. And all our narratives and stories end here, because a new narrative begins. Not our own, but that of Another, our Substitute, our Attorney, our Judge, all in One, Jesus Christ the King of forgiveness!

In this courtroom, forgiveness overwhelms the charges. Trust casts out all fear. All chains are unshackled, as the Word of absolution breaks all fetters. "Your sins are forgiven" is the thread that binds all narratives in this devotional. The law gives way to the Gospel. Each story takes us from the earthly courtrooms where we hear mostly sentencing and condemnations, to the heavenly throne of grace. Here, the Judge of the Universe has only one Word: “Forgiven!” But how, on account of what law? Or on account of whom? You will see the answer clearly spelled out in each of the narratives of “All Charges Dropped!” Forgiven sinners walk away in total freedom, at this jaw dropping declaration of grace from the Judge of the universe. At God's Word, no guilt remains!

Pages: 254
Publisher: 1517 Publishing
Imprint: 1517 Publishing
Publication Date: 13th September 2022
Trim Size: 6 x 9 in
ISBN: 9781956658026

Haroldo has a unique talent for connecting Scripture to real life situations. His comparisons of human law and justice to God’s mercy and grace serve as a reminder of just how blessed we are!
- Carol C. Tucek

The stories presented by Mr. Camacho are both real and believable. They are told by a master storyteller with deep insight into the human condition and deep knowledge of the spiritual battles we all face. They are gripping and irresistible to read. They speak of disaster and hope, failure and redemption. But most of all, these stories tell of our deep need and of God’s grace and mercy to his children.
-Michael W. Pursley

Dr. Camacho in this engaging book recounts what God has done through Jesus the Christ and His Holy Spirit for all humanity through the “real life” stories of court cases he was present for. The forgiveness of our sins and our eternal life with God received by faith in what Jesus the Son of God said and did. Received by each of us by Faith in Jesus. And not by our own Faith but by the Faith we receive from God’s Holy Spirit. The stories are varied and touch our hearts in many, many ways. I have recommended this book for all people of all ages.
-Craig Chaddock, Lay Minister, Our Savior Lutheran Church (Plantation, Florida)

All Charges Dropped! is a most inspiring collection of modern-day illustrations of the gospel message. Author Dr. Haroldo Camacho cleverly and eloquently uses heartwarming, courtroom drama as non-fiction parables to convey very real biblical concepts and to illuminate fitting scripture references. The courthouse setting of the narratives is the perfect reminder of the celestial trial in which all humanity stands before the Father, with the Counsellor defending us and the Son being sentenced to death for us that we might be eternally acquitted.
-Rev. Tony Durante
Plantation, Florida

Against the Law, our works and conscience cannot stand. We are left beaten, broken, and bruised. However, God doesn't just leave us alone in this fallen state. All Charges Dropped! emphasizes the grace and comfort of Christ's death on the cross. Haroldo excellently ties in the good news with some interesting and engaging stories. These stories allow for reflection and connection to restoration. Each story brings a different angle, but the same central point. These devotions are great for a daily dose or a necessary recharge of God's word.
-Michael Grundstrom

I couldn’t stop reading All Charges Dropped!, as each story drew me into the courtroom. Written so seamlessly as real-life courtroom verdicts segued into real life biblical truth of God’s judgement and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. While reading these stories I gasped, teared up and chuckled at the brilliant writing of Haroldo Camacho. Definitely a five-star book.
- Jan Withers

I loved reading, All Charges Dropped! Dr Camacho draws on his wealth of Court System experience to share interesting stories that illustrate the good news of Paul's New Testament gospel (justification by faith). A well-written and compelling devotional. A must read for anyone who wants more clarity on what the true gospel means in practical terms.
- Mariellen R. Reiber, Psy.D.

Haroldo Camacho writes from experiencing more than 20 years in the courtrooms. There he served as a certified court interpreter, translating simultaneously from Spanish into English and English into Spanish. He retired from the courtrooms in 2017. Apart from his interpreting skills, he is a trained theologian, having earned a Master's of Divinity, and a PhD in Pastoral Counseling. On occasion, he writes for 1517. He is now retired, living in Southern Florida, and a member at Our Savior Luther Church. There, he serves as a liturgist, Bible teacher, and occasionally preaches the Word of the Gospel. Haroldo is married to Registered Nurse Mercedes, and they both thank God for their 12 year old son, Orlando.

Donavon Riley is a Lutheran pastor, conference speaker, author, and co-host of The Banned Books and Warrior Priest podcasts. He authored the book, Crucifying Religion about his conversion from atheist to believer. He is also a Muay Thai and BJJ practitioner and operates the Warrior Priest Gym MMA.

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Pages: 254
Publisher: 1517 Publishing
Imprint: 1517 Publishing
Publication Date: 13th September 2022
Trim Size: 6 x 9 in
ISBN: 9781956658026

Haroldo has a unique talent for connecting Scripture to real life situations. His comparisons of human law and justice to God’s mercy and grace serve as a reminder of just how blessed we are!
- Carol C. Tucek

The stories presented by Mr. Camacho are both real and believable. They are told by a master storyteller with deep insight into the human condition and deep knowledge of the spiritual battles we all face. They are gripping and irresistible to read. They speak of disaster and hope, failure and redemption. But most of all, these stories tell of our deep need and of God’s grace and mercy to his children.
-Michael W. Pursley

Dr. Camacho in this engaging book recounts what God has done through Jesus the Christ and His Holy Spirit for all humanity through the “real life” stories of court cases he was present for. The forgiveness of our sins and our eternal life with God received by faith in what Jesus the Son of God said and did. Received by each of us by Faith in Jesus. And not by our own Faith but by the Faith we receive from God’s Holy Spirit. The stories are varied and touch our hearts in many, many ways. I have recommended this book for all people of all ages.
-Craig Chaddock, Lay Minister, Our Savior Lutheran Church (Plantation, Florida)

All Charges Dropped! is a most inspiring collection of modern-day illustrations of the gospel message. Author Dr. Haroldo Camacho cleverly and eloquently uses heartwarming, courtroom drama as non-fiction parables to convey very real biblical concepts and to illuminate fitting scripture references. The courthouse setting of the narratives is the perfect reminder of the celestial trial in which all humanity stands before the Father, with the Counsellor defending us and the Son being sentenced to death for us that we might be eternally acquitted.
-Rev. Tony Durante
Plantation, Florida

Against the Law, our works and conscience cannot stand. We are left beaten, broken, and bruised. However, God doesn't just leave us alone in this fallen state. All Charges Dropped! emphasizes the grace and comfort of Christ's death on the cross. Haroldo excellently ties in the good news with some interesting and engaging stories. These stories allow for reflection and connection to restoration. Each story brings a different angle, but the same central point. These devotions are great for a daily dose or a necessary recharge of God's word.
-Michael Grundstrom

I couldn’t stop reading All Charges Dropped!, as each story drew me into the courtroom. Written so seamlessly as real-life courtroom verdicts segued into real life biblical truth of God’s judgement and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. While reading these stories I gasped, teared up and chuckled at the brilliant writing of Haroldo Camacho. Definitely a five-star book.
- Jan Withers

I loved reading, All Charges Dropped! Dr Camacho draws on his wealth of Court System experience to share interesting stories that illustrate the good news of Paul's New Testament gospel (justification by faith). A well-written and compelling devotional. A must read for anyone who wants more clarity on what the true gospel means in practical terms.
- Mariellen R. Reiber, Psy.D.