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Darkness
to Light
Fitness for One and All
Biblical
and Constitutional Politics
Covid Fearmongering and Lies
The Lord
Stood By Me and Gave Me Strength
The Life and Legacy of Gary F. Zeolla
Author, Bible Translator, Champion Powerlifter
Available from Amazon in multiple formats for as little as $3.50.
From powerlifting world records to over 40 books and a pioneering Bible translation, from battling chronic illnesses to weathering financial storms and singleness struggles, my life has been an unlikely testament to God’s sustaining grace. In this raw, revelatory autobiography, I pull back the curtain on:
✓ The Making of a Bible Translator – How I created the Analytical-Literal Translation despite health and financial obstacles
✓ Strength Through Struggle – My journey to 15 powerlifting all-time world records amid debilitating conditions
✓ Faith Under Fire – Spiritual practices that sustained me through singleness, dating disasters, and isolation
✓ Body as Temple – An overview of my diet and training regimen that keeps me productive against all odds
✓ Politics & Principles – Why I published controversial writings on fitness, politics, and Covid
More than a memoir, this is a survival manual proving Paul’s words: “for whenever I am weak, then I am strong” (2Cor 12:10). Whether you’re wrestling with health limitations, vocational calling, or relational loneliness, my story shouts: God’s power thrives in broken vessels. I have only accomplished so much in my life despite the struggles because, “the Lord stood by me and gave me strength” (2Tim 4:17a). To Him be all the glory!
Available Formats
eBook Format:
Kindle Reading Device eBook: 4.8 MB. Order and download from Amazon. $3.50.
Audiobook:
Length: 7 hours, 8 minutes. (Narrated by male virtual voice). Order and download from Amazon. $5.95.
Print Books:
Paperback: 182 pages (6” x 9” pages). Order from Amazon. $9.99.
Hardback: 182 pages (6” x 9” pages). Order from Amazon. $16.99.
Notes:
Different formats and publishers might have different covers, but the content is the same in all of them.
The links to Amazon are advertising links, for which I receive a commission in addition to my royalty if a product is purchased after following the link.
In this book, I discuss my Christian, fitness, and politics books, websites, and newsletters, my unique translation of the Bible, my powerlifting achievements, my personal life (including dating and singleness struggles), my financial struggles, my many health problems, my spiritual practices, my exercise and dietary habits, and much more. Through all the obstacles and ups and downs, the Lord has always been there for me, standing beside me and enabling me to accomplish much despite all of my struggles.
Available from Amazon in multiple formats, all at very low prices.
The Lord Stood By Me and Gave Me Strength. Copyright © 2008-2025 by Gary F. Zeolla.
This
autobiography was first posted on this website in 2008.
It was updated, expanded, and converted into book form in June to July 2025.
This page was last updated July 23, 2025.
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and Constitutional Politics
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