Download or read book Discovering Unexpected Gifts written by Stephen Now and published by Blackstone Publishing. This book was released on 2021-06-22 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What attitudes make the difference between failure and success? In Discovering Unexpected Gifts, author Stephen Now gives us a way to illuminate life’s experiences, through his reflections on loss, love, fear, rejection, healing, and acceptance. Listeners hear how the author is transformed by challenging and joyful experiences, both “gifts,” and explaining how to assign value to both the events, some that are clearly blessings, as well as the ones that seem like obvious setbacks. He demonstrates the idea that life experience need not be a series of successes or achievements to be beautiful. Discovering Unexpected Gifts points to something beyond ourselves as we begin to understand we play a part in bringing unexpected gifts to others—and in so doing find meaning, purpose, and joy.
Download or read book Unexpected Gifts written by Christopher L Heuertz and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-01-08 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this heartfelt and thoughtful book, Christopher Heuertz writes of the dangers of isolation, the challenges we face when we join together and the struggles and joys that emerge from genuine community bonding. “Ironically, as much as we yearn for deep friendships and meaningful communities, many of us seem to be unable to find our way into them. Even if we know we’re made for community, finding one and staying there seems almost impossible. Though we hate to admit it, if we stay long enough in any relationship or set of friendships, we will experience failure, doubt, burnout, loneliness, transitions, a loss of self, betrayal, frustration, a sense of entitlement, grief, and weariness. Yet it’s these painful community experiences, these tensions we struggle to navigate, that hold surprising gifts.” —FROM THE PREFACE IN A STRIKINGLY confessional tone and vividly illustrated through story, Unexpected Gifts names eleven inevitable challenges that all friendships, relationships, and communities experience if they stay together long enough. Rather than allowing these challenges to become excuses to leave, Chris Heuertz suggests that things like betrayal, transitions, failure, loss of identity, entitlement, and doubt may actually be invitations to stay. And if we stay, these challenges can become unexpected gifts. *** Betrayal, failure, loss of identity, doubt. If your relationships have suffered from any of these pitfalls, this book will show you that staying together can create something more—even something beautiful. IN THIS HEARTFELT and thoughtful book, Christopher Heuertz writes of the dangers of isolation, the challenges we face when we join together, and the struggles and joys that emerge from genuine community bonding. Whether readers are forming a new community, searching for deeper community, or participating in a longtime community, they will find inspiration, caution, guidance, and encouragement as they discover the beauty of pressing in to the ambiguities of growing relationships in this tender and honest testimony about how we are woven together by grace.
Download or read book The Five Gifts written by Laurie Nadel and published by Health Communications, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[This book] is like an emergency 'Go-Kit' for the mind, packed with information and insight that can minimize and prevent long-term psycho-spiritual damage from a traumatic event. It's a field guide for the heart and soul to guide you through to cycles of damage and recovery that can be useful before, during, and after a tragic loss, trauma, or disaster"--Amazon.com.
Download or read book Look Deeper written by Karyn Montgomery and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2014-10-07 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone has a story to tell. Have you ever met someone who has skated through life without falling down, and without bruises from the fall? Have you ever met someone who has not been scarred by difficult experiences or painful events? Have you ever met someone who has not experienced disappointment, or a broken heart? Truth be told, that person doesnt exist. We live in a world that is at once beautiful and broken. So it is not surprising that our lives are both beautiful and broken, sometimes more broken than beautiful. In Look Deeper, writer Karyn Montgomery shares a collection of reflections drawing from surprising, difficult, and painful experiences in her own life that have led to the discovery of unexpected gifts. She recounts a story of resilience and recovery, hope and healing that will inspire and encourage you, leading you to the discovery of unexpected gifts that will transform your own life. Maybe you have it all together. Maybe not. Look deeper.
Download or read book Made for Hope written by Sara R. Ward and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-29 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our lives can change in an instant. How do we go on when our lives have fallen apart? Made for Hope is the heartbreaking story of how one family lost a child and found hope in the midst of their grief. Made for Hope shows us what God has to offer in the midst of our brokenness as we grasp to make it through a difficult season. Heartfelt and vulnerable, it provides hope for those who have gone through loss and who are holding on to hope that God is not done writing their story. A heartfelt and vulnerable memoir, Sara R. Ward offers readers 15 gifts they can find in brokenness, no matter the circumstances.
Download or read book Unexpected Gifts Book Three in the Unwanted Gifts Saga written by Gerald Hall and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-03-28 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deborah Marcum is grown up now and just wants to make a difference in the world as an engineer and a US Navy naval aviator. The world does not know of the special gifts that she inherited from her missing father still. But in the backdrop of war, the struggle of the new colony on Mars and political changes back home, Deborah and numerous others will all be discovering many Unexpected Gifts.
Download or read book Made for Hope Bible Study written by Sara Ward and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-14 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're struggling to find hope, peace, or joy in your everyday life, you're not alone. The Made for Hope Bible Study invites you into a life of lasting hope and discovering abundant gifts.The interactive Bible study guide provides daily scripture readings and encourages you to embrace a deeper understanding of seven treasures. A short devotional and three daily questions for personal reflection will encourage you to--trust God when life is hard.--restore hope when you get discouraged.--discover peace in the midst of challenges.--focus on God's redemptive story for you.Based on the award-winning book, Made for Hope: Discovering Unexpected Gifts in Brokenness, the Bible study is perfect for individual use or women's small group Bible studies. Video teachings to accompany the study are available at sararward.com.The Made for Hope Bible Study is an ideal companion to deepen your understanding of God's abundant gifts.
Download or read book Unexpected Gifts written by Maria H. Thompson and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2009-11 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is about being human. Poetry is human. It is a look into the soul, daily living, and poetic presece of daily life. Every passion and pain of my own world has been turned into poetry, a story revealed. A book filled with beauty and surprise, unexpected gifts. This book is about the solitary moments in life, things that you have done and experienced and discovered that you've actually found them to be meaningful.
Download or read book The Unexpected Gift written by Barbara Dalle Pezze and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-08 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Discover Your Gifts written by Don Everts and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2022-05-10 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You have gifts! And you are a gift to the world around you. Because every human is fearfully and wonderfully made, each one of us has something to offer to the world. But we have not always identified or developed our gifts well, nor deployed them effectively. Don Everts explores the gifts God has given every person and what new research reveals about the difference those gifts can make for us, our churches, and our communities. Churches have unfortunately focused mostly on spiritual gifts and vocations within the church. But we don't always recognize the wide range of abilities, skills, and aptitudes that all of us have, whether civic, artistic, or entrepreneurial. We each have God-given gifts and are called by God to use them in our vocations in the world. Discover how our gifts are a blessing to others and pave the way for reconnecting with our surrounding communities.
Download or read book The Trail of Unexpected Gifts written by Courtney J. Strong and published by . This book was released on 2023-09-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gifts full of surprise often spark many questions... "What is it?". . . "How did you know?". . . "How did you get this for me?" Often the best presents have a wonder-filled story behind the gift. Gallop down the glimmering lane at the Applegate Farm, as brother and sister duo Ralph and Mallory discover a special book containing a historical record of astonishing gifts. You'll have the opportunity to learn the inspiration for the gift ideas as well as have several experiences similar to the Applegates in your own living room through recommended family night Christmas activities. Just like Ralph and Mallory, you'll hear the backstory of a present with your name on it that you'll never be able to forget. "Christmas is the perfect time to discuss the "calculated cost of waiting" that Jesus considered, knowing that people would not fully understand why He was coming by way of a manger... Being in family ministry for over 20 years, I would recommend this as a resource for all families to read yearly. This is more than a book. It is an easy family experience that can keep the excitement of Christmas centered on Jesus and family." -Chad Overton Next Gen Pastor, The MET Church, Houston, TX "If you are like me, you look for creative ways to teach children about God...especially during holidays. Courtney has given us a beautiful offering! Follow the trail of gifts back to the very beginning - to the plan for the best gift of all - JESUS! After the story, find a Christmas family plan ... even a favorite cookie recipe to help celebrate God's BIG LOVE through the birth of Jesus!" -Jean Thomason (Miss PattyCake) "The opportunity to bring family together for meaningful moments is one of the best gifts of the Christmas season. Reading The Trail of Unexpected Gifts is sure to become one of your family's most treasured traditions. You will relate to this lovable family's story of Christmas memories and miracles and be inspired by the reminder that the gift of Jesus is the most precious miracle of all." -Trenton and Jenny Worsham Trenton: Author, Pastor at Lakepointe Church in Rockwall, TX Jenny: Co-founder of Gather Moms, Author of Gather Moms curriculum series
Download or read book The Gift of Gab Little Tricks for Confidently Talking to Anyone written by Shu Chen Hou and published by KOKOSHUNGSAN®. This book was released on with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you tired of feeling anxious or awkward in social situations? Do you struggle to find the right words or connect with others in conversation? The Gift of Gab: Little Tricks for Confidently Talking to Anyone is here to help! This comprehensive ebook is packed with tips, tricks, and techniques for confidently communicating with anyone, whether in personal or professional settings. From finding common ground and breaking the ice to mastering small talk, building rapport, and resolving conflicts, The Gift of Gab covers it all. Inside, you'll learn how to: Make a good first impression and build strong relationships, Use nonverbal communication to convey confidence and build trust, Master the art of small talk and storytelling, Harness the power of humor to connect with others, Effectively handle difficult people and resolve conflicts, Practice empathy and active listening for better communication, And much more! With practical advice and easy-to-follow techniques, The Gift of Gab is your ultimate guide to confidently talking to anyone, anywhere. Whether you're looking to improve your social skills, build stronger relationships, or advance your career, this ebook has everything you need to succeed. Don't let social anxiety hold you back any longer. Invest in yourself and your communication skills with The Gift of Gab: Little Tricks for Confidently Talking to Anyone. Order now and start your journey towards confident communication today!
Download or read book Box of Butterflies written by Roma Downey and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-02 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Roma Downey--best known as the beloved angel on the TV show Touched by an Angel--has created a beautiful book filled with encouragement and hope, assuring us of God's comforting presence in our lives. Ever since she was a little girl, Roma has seen butterflies as a reminder of God's presence. They have appeared to her in moments when she needed encouragement and reminded her she is not alone. In this deeply personal book, Roma shares stories from her life, alongside quotes, poems, scripture, and artwork that she prays will uplift you as they have her. Each grace-filled chapter of this beautiful full-color book covers topics such as courage, strength, gratitude, love, and kindness. Reminiscent of the message of her popular television series, Touched by an Angel, this book's central theme is that there is a God, He loves you, and that even in your most difficult moments, He is by your side. That though you may feel alone, you are never truly alone. The subtle butterfly theme reminds us that the wonder of God's love and kindness is sometimes reflected in the gentle whispers of his creation and that we all have the power to transform from simple caterpillars into exquisite butterflies. Written in a way that encourages you to 'dip in and out' of its flowing content, this inspiring book invites you to return to its pages again and again, as life brings new challenges or you find yourself in need of new inspiration.
Download or read book Agility Shift written by Pamela Meyer and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-11-03 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As contrary as it sounds, "planning" -- as we traditionally understand the term--can be the worst thing a company can do. Consider that volatile weather events disrupt trusted supply chains, markets, and promised delivery schedules. Ever-shifting geo-political tensions, as well as internal political upheaval within U.S. and global governments, derail long-planned new ventures. Technology failures block opportunities. Competitors suddenly change their product or release date; your team cannot meet the pace of innovations in your market niche, leaving you sidelined. There are myriad ways in the current business environment for a company's well-considered business plans to go awry. Most business schools continue to prepare managers to be effective in stable and predictable environments, conditions that, if they ever existed at all, are long gone. The Agility Shift shows business leaders exactly how to make the radical mindset and strategy shift necessary to create an agile, entrepreneurial organization that can innovate and thrive in complex, ever-changing contexts. As author Pamela Meyer explains, there is much more involved than a reconfiguration of the org chart and job descriptions. It requires relinquishing the illusion of control at the very foundation of most management training and business practice. Despite most leaders' approaches, "Agility is not simply accelerated planning." Unlike many agility books on the market, The Agility Shift provides specific, actionable strategies and tactics for leaders at all levels of the organization to put into practice immediately to improve agility and achieve results.
Download or read book History of British Columbia from Its Earliest Discovery to the Present Time written by Alexander Begg and published by W. Briggs ; Montreal : C.W. Coates ; Halifax, N.S. : S.F. Huestis. This book was released on 1894 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Discovery of Pasta written by Luca Cesari and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-01-03 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is Italy without pasta? Come to think of it, where would the rest of us be without this staple of global cuisine? An acclaimed Italian food writer tells the colorful and often-surprising history of everyone’s favorite dish. In this hugely charming and entertaining chronicle of everyone’s favorite dish, acclaimed Italian food writer and historian Luca Cesari draws on literature, history, and many classic recipes in order to enlighten pasta lovers everywhere, both the gourmet and the gluten free. What is Italy without pasta? Come to think of it, where would the rest of us be without this staple of global cuisine? The wheat-based dough first appeared in the Mediterranean in ancient times. Yet despite these remote beginnings, pasta wasn’t wedded to sauce until the nineteenth century. Once a special treat, it has been served everywhere from peasant homes to rustic taverns to royal tables, and its surprising past holds a mirror up to the changing fortunes of its makers. Full of mouthwatering recipes and outlandish anecdotes—from (literal) off-the-wall 1880s cooking techniques to spaghetti conveyer belts in 1940 and the international amatriciana scandal in 2021—Luca Cesari embarks on a tantalizing and edifying journey through time to detangle the heritage of this culinary classic.
Download or read book Walking with God in the Desert Discovery Guide written by Ray Vander Laan and published by HarperChristian Resources. This book was released on 2015-09-15 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This seven-session small group Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately) by noted teacher and historian, Ray Vander Laan, is volume twelve of the That the World May Know series. Are you going through a difficult period of life? The loss of a loved one? Unemployment? A crisis of faith? During these desert times, it’s easy to think God has disappeared. In Walking with God in the Desert you’ll discover that it’s only when we are totally dependent on him that we find God is closer than ever and can experience his amazing grace and provision. Faith Lessons is a unique video series that brings God's Word to life with astounding relevance. By weaving together the Bible's fascinating historical, cultural, religious, and geographical contexts, teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan reveals unique insights into the Scriptures' significance for modern believers. Each lesson: Focuses on passages of Scripture explored in the DVD Includes sidebars, maps, photos and other study tools Features questions that facilitate discussion and inspire personal reflection Includes 25 personal Bible studies to help you deepen your learning experience between sessions, and turn lessons from the past into applications that impact how you live out your faith today. Filmed on location in the Sinai Desert, Wadi Nasb, Judea Wilderness, Mount Sinai, Negev and En Gedi, these illuminating "faith lessons" afford a new understanding of the Bible that will ground your convictions and transform your life. The Faith Lessons video series is ideal for use in small groups, personal and family Bible studies, and adult Sunday school. Individual believers and families will gain vital insights from long-ago times and cultures through this innovative approach to Bible study. Lessons include: Join the Journey – Filmed in the Sinai Desert It’s Hot Here and There’s No Way Out – Filmed in Wabi Nasb Help is Here – Filmed in Wadi Nasb When Your Heart Cries Out – Filmed in the Judea Wilderness They Were Not Wandering – Filmed on Mount Sinai Ears to Hear – Filmed in Negev There’s Hope in the Desert – Filmed in En Gedi Designed for use with the Walking with God in the Desert Video Study (sold separately).
