Download or read book A Cup of Comfort Book of Christmas Prayer written by Susan B Townsend and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-09-18 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.'" —Luke 2:8-11 With the Christmas hustle and bustle of gift shopping, cookie making, and holiday decorating, you'll need to remember to step away and reflect. This book provides an oasis of piety and consideration. From Advent to the Epiphany, this moving new collection features six weekly introductions, thirty-seven daily devotionals, and thirty-seven stories that celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. And with real-life accounts of Christmas miracles following each biblical passage, this book is sure to provide holiday warmth for Christians everywhere.
Download or read book A Cup of Comfort for a Better World written by Colleen Sell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-02-18 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What better way to improve your world than to show a sense of compassion and empathy for those in need? This collection celebrates those who give the special gift of their time. Inside, you'll find fifty original, true stories that feature examples of people whose good deeds make life a little bit easier--children on the other side of the globe, next-door neighbors in a bind, or a friend staying brave in the face of illness. Written by men and women, young and old, this collection is not only a touching tribute to those who see our world as a work in progress--but also an inspiration for anyone who wants to make a difference.
Download or read book A Cup of Comfort BIG Book of Prayer written by Susan B Townsend and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-09-17 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prayer is the refuge of the faithful. In this colossal volume, faithful readers find the prayers that bring them closer to God—and the ordinary people who’ve experienced the extraordinary power of those prayers. Whether inspired by the poetic wisdom of the Psalms, the lyrical conviction of a classic hymn, or the wry devotion of an Irish blessing, these real-life stories of answered prayers will encourage readers to renew their faith and trust in the Lord—during good times and bad. It’s not always easy to keep faith alive in today’s world. In this collection, readers receive the timeless inspiration they need to cope with the joys and sorrows of modern life. Featuring hundreds of moving prayers, stories, and meditations, this beautifully packaged volume is all readers need to strengthen their personal relationship with God, day in and day out—one prayer at a time.
Download or read book Death on the Opal Jubilee written by Laurie Perkins and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-09-02 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Katy Trecartin and her friend, Erin Philips, take a long needed vacation on a game themed cruise to Bermuda. What promises to be a relaxing time of sun and fun turns into murder and mayhem when the amateur detectives decide to solve the crime themselves.
Download or read book A Cup of Comfort Book of Prayer written by James Stuart Bell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-08-01 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When life throws us curve balls, prayer is often our greatest consolation. In A Cup of Comfort Book of Prayer, ordinary people just like you share the prayers that have brought them closest to God. From Psalm 23 and the Sermon on the Mount to the inspiring words of Anne Bradstreet and St. Francis of Assisi, these are the prayers that people turn to when they most need God's help, people such as: Paula, who finds confidence in the Breton's Fisherman Prayer when she feels overwhelmed by her role as single mom Susan, whose chance encounter in a customer service line allows her to share the grace of An Old Irish Blessing with a heartbroken stranger Clement, who during Operation Desert Storm shared the hope of John Cosin's Lord, Be Thou a Light to My Eyes with a war-torn Kuwaiti family In this blessed little volume, bestselling authors James Stuart Bell and Susan B. Townsend have collected fifty heartwarming stories of the power of prayer in our lives—a power upon which you can draw to strengthen your resolve, lift your spirits, and sustain your faith, through good times and bad.
Download or read book The Carnelian Queen written by Laurie A. Perkins and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-03-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Katy Trecartin tries to start a new life for herself by house sitting for a vacationing family in the suburbs of Boston. Her dead husband leaves a hidden legacy that thrusts her into danger in her new home. This story has Katy researching the origins of an ancient carnelian pendant, finding romance and running for her life.
Download or read book Salt and Peppered to Death written by Laurie Perkins and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-04-22 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Norah Fitzpatrick was thrilled when she inherited her grandmother's salt and pepper collection. It led to a new hobby, new friends, and a treasure hunt. What she wasn't expecting was murder and her own brush with death.
Download or read book A Cup of Comfort For Christmas written by Colleen Sell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-08-01 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The stories in this inspiring collection are joyous reminders of what the holidays are all about. Written by people just like you, these uplifting stories celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. You and your family will be thoroughly entertained by the celebrations, merriment, and revelations that fill these pages. You will immediately feel the holiday spirit as you share in the moving experiences featured in this volume, such as: Five poor children pool their money from months of raking leaves, shoveling snow, and babysitting to buy their hardworking father an unexpected gift War-weary U.S. soldiers in Cambodia share holiday memories and goodie-boxes from home In sixty years of marriage, a husband never gets his wife the perfect gift . . . but she'll never tell, because he's the perfect husband A mall Santa who knows American Sign Language brings joy to a deaf six-year-old There's no time like the holidays for the heartwarming stories found in A Cup of Comfort for Christmas!
Download or read book A Cup of Comfort Book of Bible Promises written by James Stuart Bell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-02-18 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God enters into a covenant with every one of us, and promises fruitful rewards to those of us who remain true to our pledge. The Bible is filled with these divine commitments—and in A Cup of Comfort Book of Bible Promises, you'll not only find the promises, but also true stories of Christians whose lives have been changed as a result of ful-filling them. These encouraging, faith-affirming accounts reveal how we can seek trust and comfort in the Lord's words, seeing us through trying times. A Cup of Comfort Book of Bible Promises celebrates the success of fulfilled covenants—and delivers hope to those who find strength and inspiration in all the books of the Bible.
Download or read book A Little Book of Comfort written by Boyd Bailey and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find comfort in Jesus’s words: “I am the way and the truth and the life.” John 14:6 Life is filled with choices, uncertainties, and hardships. But there is good news! Jesus faced many of the same kinds of trials you do, and He will daily walk by your side to offer guidance, answers, and hope. Spend a few minutes each day talking with your Savior, learning from His words, and finding inspiration from His life example. Each of these 90 short devotions will connect you with the heart of Jesus and includes a brief prayer or a question for personal reflection. Grow closer to Jesus and lean on His teaching for help in the midst of everyday concerns related to work, worries, finances, and more. Invest some time each day in a relationship with your Savior, and find your heart refreshed with wisdom—and comfort—for each moment.
Download or read book Christmas Stories for Those Who Pray written by Adams Media and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-12-01 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What a joyous time of year! And as a reminder of the joy and cheer the holidays bring, Christmas Stories for Those Who Pray is a selection of uplifting tales and prayers that celebrate the season. You will feel the warmth and bliss of these holy days as you ready for your holiday celebrations. Merry Christmas and enjoy!
Download or read book The Inspiring Life of Eudora Welty written by Richelle Putnam and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this colorful biography, explore the early years of the iconic Mississippi writer who came of age in the American South. Eudora Alice Welty led an exciting and surprising life. Before she won a Pulitzer Prize, as a little girl she made her own books and won national poetry prizes. As a young woman during the Great Depression, she was a photographer and took pictures all over the South. These and other stories pack the life of one of Mississippi’s most famous authors. With author and teacher Richelle Putnam, learn about the remarkable life of one of Mississippi’s literary treasures, complete with vivid illustrations by John Aycock that are as colorful as Eudora’s stories.
Download or read book Blue Christmas written by Todd Outcalt and published by Upper Room Books. This book was released on 2018-09-01 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Advent and Christmas season is often associated with joy, love, generosity, and unity. But for many people, this time of year magnifies loneliness, anxiety, grief, and despair. While others are enjoying celebrations with their friends and families, those who are hurting often feel even more lost, abandoned, and alone than ever. "Not all Christmases are white; some are blue," Todd Outcalt writes. Blue Christmas is a devotional book for the 28 days of Advent and Christmas Day. Each devotion includes a scripture selection, meditation, prayer, and suggested Advent action. The book also features additional prayers, a "Blue Christmas" worship service, and reflection questions. In these honest devotions, readers will find their fears and realities named and brought into the light of God's love. They will be led to sit with their experiences, acknowledge their losses, and remember Jesus' promise "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Blue Christmas reminds us that all of our Christmases, even the darkest ones, can be filled with honesty and hope if we are first willing to sit in silence and bring our deepest fears to God.
Download or read book A Cup Of Comfort For Devotional for Mothers written by James Stuart Bell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-08-13 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this special addition to the bestselling A Cup of Comfort series, you'll find touching, biblical-themed stories written by devoted mothers who have welcomed the Lord into their daily lives. Celebrating the God-given beauty, strength, and wisdom of mothers everywhere, these daily reflections will inspire and delight you. You'll draw comfort and renewed confidence in the moving stories of such mothers as: Jean, who looks to the Lord to ease the struggles she faces raising her children—and in the process renews her commitment to family love Sally, who finds the wisdom she needs in scripture when her adopted son asks questions about his past Nancy, who trusts in God to watch after her grown children after they've left her home and gone out on their own into the world Being a good mother is never easy. But with A Cup of Comfort Devotional for Mothers, you have all you need to help deepen your faith in God, family, and the power of a mother's love.
Download or read book The 1928 Book of Common Prayer written by Oxford University Press and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1993-11-16 with total page 523 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1928 Book of Common Prayer is a treasured resource for traditional Anglicans and others who appreciate the majesty of King James-style language. This classic edition features a Presentation section containing certificates for the rites of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage. The elegant burgundy hardcover binding is embossed with a simple gold cross, making it an ideal choice for both personal study and gift-giving. The 1928 Book of Common Prayer combines Oxford's reputation for quality construction and scholarship with a modest price - a beautiful prayer book and an excellent value.
Download or read book A Cup Of Comfort For Christians written by James Stuart Bell and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2006-02-01 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than fifty heartwarming stories that provide reassurance in Christianity and God's love. A Cup of Comfort series presents an inspirational compilation of more than fifty true-life stories that offer a powerful testament to the Christian experience and demonstrate the power of God's love.
Download or read book Two Minutes in the Bible for Men written by Boyd Bailey and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the true meaning of success in your work, at home, and in your other relationships? What does "finishing well" mean for you? How can you be confident you will one day hear the Lord say to you, "Well done, good and faithful servant"? The answers to life's most important questions are found in Scripture and highlighted in these down-to-earth daily readings for men. You'll find the wisdom and inspiration you need to grow in your personal character and connect with God in every area of your life. Each brief devotion includes a short passage of Scripture, a brief reflection, a question to help you remember the message and take appropriate action, and a short list of related Scripture references for further study. Start each day with just two minutes in the Bible and enjoy the adventure of living as a man of God today.
