Download or read book I Love Jesus But I Want to Die written by Sarah J. Robinson and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.

Download or read book Believing Christ written by Stephen Edward Robinson and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book I m Not Perfect So What written by Julie Dahnke and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2012-08-16 with total page 19 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NAMED TO KIRKUS REVIEWS' BEST OF 2012 You’re picked last for a team, and you feel pretty bad. Where do you go from here? Join Carol as she learns that your struggles don’t define you – it’s how you respond to them that really matters. “Parents will appreciate the heartwarming nudge toward valuable self-esteem for children who may not fit in. Young readers will hopefully understand that they’re special, even though they can’t be good at everything.” – Kirkus Reviews

Download or read book Breaking Up with Perfect written by Amy Carroll and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-07-07 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Perfection is exhausting at best, defeating at worst. In Breaking Up with Perfect, Amy is the trusted friend who comes to help us knock down our walls of fear to rebuild a more doable, sustainable, God-honoring life.” —Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times bestselling author of The Best Yes and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries An inspiring and thought-provoking guide to help you abandon the pursuit of perfection and become comfortable and more confident in your own skin. We’ve all been in relationships that were bad for us...whether with a catty girlfriend, a selfish boyfriend, or a coworker who undermines our best efforts. But there is one relationship that steals the potential of all other relationships—including our relationship with ourselves and, ultimately, our relationship with God. And that’s our relationship with Perfect. Perfect is a bad friend. No matter what we do or say or give or bake or create...it’s never enough. Perfect always demands more, but it’s never satisfied. Never. Whether you are a “good girl,” who always tries to be what you think everyone else wants you to be, or a “never good enough” girl, who’s desperately hiding your past and shame behind attempts to measure up—this book will help you find the beautiful, loving, fulfilled woman God created you to be. Imperfections and all. Breaking Up with Perfect will help you: • Experience authenticity as the antidote for isolation • Trade the Lies of Perfection for the Truths of God’s Love • End the pursuit of perfection, so God can begin His powerful perfecting work in you After reading this book, you’ll be able to end the never-ending stress that chasing Perfect brings and live a life filled with joy, peace, and spiritual fulfillment.

Download or read book Jesus Religion written by Jefferson Bethke and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2013-10-14 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abandon dead, dry, religious rule-keeping and embrace the promise of being truly known and deeply loved. Jefferson Bethke burst into the cultural conversation with a passionate, provocative poem titled "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus." The 4-minute video became an overnight sensation, with 7 million YouTube views in its first 48 hours (and 23+ million in a year). Bethke's message clearly struck a chord with believers and nonbelievers alike, triggering an avalanche of responses running the gamut from encouraged to enraged. In his New York Times bestseller Jesus > Religion, Bethke unpacks similar contrasts that he drew in the poem--highlighting the difference between teeth gritting and grace, law and love, performance and peace, despair, and hope. With refreshing candor, he delves into the motivation behind his message, beginning with the unvarnished tale of his own plunge from the pinnacle of a works-based, fake-smile existence that sapped his strength and led him down a path of destructive behavior. Along the way, Bethke gives you the tools you need to: Humbly and prayerfully open your mind Understand Jesus for all that he is View the church from a brand-new perspective Bethke is quick to acknowledge that he's not a pastor or theologian, but simply an ordinary, twenty-something who cried out for a life greater than the one for which he had settled. On this journey, Bethke discovered the real Jesus, who beckoned him with love beyond the props of false religion. Praise for Jesus > Religion: "Jeff's book will make you stop and listen to a voice in your heart that may have been drowned out by the noise of religion. Listen to that voice, then follow it--right to the feet of Jesus." --Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestsellers Love Does and Everybody, Always "The book you hold in your hands is Donald Miller's Blue Like Jazz meets C. S. Lewis's Mere Christianity meets Augustine's Confessions. This book is going to awaken an entire generation to Jesus and His grace." --Derwin L. Gray, lead pastor of Transformation Church, author of Limitless Life: Breaking Free from the Labels That Hold You Back

Download or read book Even If You Were Perfect Someone Would Crucify You written by Rob Shepherd and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “In short, digestible chapters Shepherd shares several truths every human needs to know . . . You’ll enjoy reading and laughing your way through this book!” (Terrace Crawford, nationally recognized speaker & author of Going Social). He should have seen it coming. Anonymous letters are rarely good. On the day after preaching a sermon at his church, Rob Shepherd opened a letter filled with hurtful words and a very strong opinion about how awful his sermon was. On his fourth reading of the letter, Rob heard a still small voice say, “Even if you preached the perfect sermon somebody would crucify it.” That thought began the process of setting Rob free from being a lifelong people pleaser. With humor, personal stories, and great conviction Rob shares his personal story of learning to care less about what people say and more about what God says. Even If You Were Perfect Somebody Would Crucify You uncovers what our real struggle is when it comes to pleasing people. You can be set free from the fear of saying no to people, win the battle with avoiding confrontation, learn the power of confession, and find your true identity in Jesus. “This book will nail you in regards to cutting out the paralyzing noises of life and opinions of others. Be ready for a tugging at your heart to rest and rediscover your identity FULLY in Him.” —Chad Johnson, director of the Catalyst Conference

Download or read book Grace Revolution written by Joseph Prince and published by FaithWords. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From New York Times bestselling author Joseph Prince comes a book about living above defeat and experiencing breakthroughs in every area of life. GRACE REVOLUTION is about living above defeat and experiencing lasting breakthroughs in every area of life. It's about the explosive, inside-out transformation that occurs in the innermost sanctum of the human heart when a person meets Jesus personally. To help the reader live out this new perspective, the author gives five practical and powerful keys that, if understood and internalized, will become highly effective principles of success and living a victorious life.

Download or read book I am Not Perfect written by Susan Zeppieri and published by Susan Zeppieri . This book was released on 2021-08-16 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Having our flaws picked on in our childhood years is something that you hope to leave in the past and make peace with. When we find as adults that we are still—and maybe even more so—expected to hide these imperfections and pretend they don’t exist, we feel lost. This book is about finally coming to terms with the ultimate truth that we are not and will never be perfect. It walks you through self-discovery and acceptance while exploring what it means to love yourself. Self-care is often misunderstood. This book explores the concept through real-life examples and unpacks the sensitive topic of boundaries. You will gain an understanding of how you can nurture yourself along your journey. At the end of the book, techniques are offered to redirect negative thoughts and feelings of low self-worth. This is a giant step towards embracing your flaws and living an authentic life!

Download or read book No More Faking Fine written by Esther Fleece Allen and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2017-01-10 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scripture reveals a God who meets us where we are, not where we pretend to be. No More Faking Fine is your invitation to get honest with God through the life-giving language of lament. If you've ever been given empty clichés during challenging times, you know how painful it is to be misunderstood by well-meaning people. When life hurts, we often feel pressure--from others and ourselves--to keep it together, suck it up, or pray it away. But Scripture reveals a God who lovingly invites us to give honest voice to our emotions when life hits hard. For most of her life, Esther Fleece Allen believed she could bypass the painful emotions of her broken past by shutting them down altogether. She was known as an achiever and an overcomer on the fast track to success. But in silencing her pain, she robbed herself of the opportunity to be healed. Maybe you've done the same. Esther's journey into healing began when she discovered that God has given us a real-world way to deal with raw emotions and an alternative to the coping mechanisms that end up causing more pain. It's called lament--the gut-level, honest prayer that God never ignores, never silences, and never wastes. No More Faking Fine is your permission to lament, taking you on a journey down the unexpected pathway to true intimacy with God. Drawing from careful biblical study and hard-won insight, Esther reveals how to use God's own language to come closer to him as he leads us through our pain to the light on the other side, teaching you that: We are robbing ourselves of a divine mystery and a divine intimacy when we pretend to have it all together God does not expect us to be perfect; instead, he meets us where we are There is hope beyond your heartache, disappointment, and grief Like Esther, you'll soon find that when one person stops faking fine, it gives everyone else permission to do the same.

Download or read book Spirit Soul and Body written by Andrew Wommack and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2018-12-18 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever asked yourself what changed when you were "born again?" You look in the mirror and see the same reflection - your body hasn't changed. You find yourself acting the same and yielding to those same old temptations - that didn't seem to change either. So you wonder, Has anything really changed? The correct...

Download or read book Good Good Father written by Chris Tomlin and published by Tommy Nelson. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tucker wants to give the King a gift in hopes that the King will help his friends. But what is the perfect gift for a King? Inspired by the #1 hit worship song by Chris Tomlin, this precious story teaches children about our Father God's unconditional love and acceptance and that the only gift God wants is our hearts. Grammy Award-winning music artist, Chris Tomlin, and Pat Barrett (Housefires) team up to tell the story of a little bear named Tucker whose life is forever changed when he learns just how great the King's love is for him. When Tucker's friends need help, he journeys to see the King who lives in a castle where the door is always open. Along the way, Tucker encounters a variety of humorous animals filled with ideas about what the King is like. Then finally, he meets the King who runs to him with open arms. This read-aloud storybook for 4- to 8-year-olds: Shows young children the character of God through a fun adventure story Teaches that God loves His children no matter what Encourages kids to have a relationship with their Heavenly Father and to ask for His help in prayer Sparks family discussions about who God is Makes a calming bedtime read with its warm message of God's caring heart With whimsical art created by Lorna Hussey, this inspiring story will leave children, young and old, reassured that God is a good, good Father, and they are loved by Him.

Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul 30th Anniversary Edition written by Amy Newmark and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-06-27 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic New York Times bestseller that started it all— and according to USA Today, one of the top five books in the past quarter century “that leave a legacy.” The Classic Original... with 30 new bonus stories for the next 30 years! Everyone is still talking about it. Thirty years after its creation, this bestseller continues to change lives around the world. Rediscover the power of inspiration with timeless stories about the everyday miracles that illuminate the best of the human spirit. Whether you’re discovering Chicken Soup for the Soul for the first time, or you are a long-time fan, this book will inspire you to be a better person, reach for your highest potential, overcome your challenges, improve your relationships, and embrace the world around you. Read your favorite original stories plus 30 bonus stories, including ones by: MK Asante • Rev. Michael Beckwith • Gabrielle Bernstein • Jack Canfield • Kris Carr • Deepak Chopra • Lori Deschene • Tony D’Urso • Pat Farnack • Eric Handler • Mark Victor Hansen • Robert Holden • Tory Johnson • Mastin Kipp • Rabbi Steve Leder • Joan Lunden • Brad Meltzer • Amy Newmark • Deborah Norville • Nick Ortner • Laura Owens • Zibby Owens • Tony Robbins • don Miguel Ruiz • Sophfronia Scott • Jane Wolfe Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA and each book includes stories from as diverse a group of writers as possible. Chicken Soup for the Soul solicits and publishes stories from the LGBTQ community and from people of all ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.

Download or read book An EMDR Therapy Primer written by Barbara J. Hensley, EdD and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2024-12-15 with total page 607 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This essential, user-friendly guide offers clear explanations, practical applications, and real-life case examples to navigate and apply the eight phases of EMDR therapy. Barbara Hensley’s An EMDR Therapy Primer: From Practicum to Practice provides aspiring and experienced clinicians with a step-by-step overview of the foundations of EMDR therapy. It helps maximize preparation and skills in using EMDR safely, confidently, and effectively by offering a clear presentation of the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model, EMDR principles, protocols, and procedures. The fourth edition is fully revised to offer a blend of text, clinical examples, and derailment possibilities, making it easy to understand and apply the eight phases of EMDR therapy. This book provides practical guidance for clinicians as they navigate the therapy process with clients. Chapters include real-life case studies, dialogues, and transcripts, offering valuable insights into the treatment rationale and helping clinicians anticipate and manage various situations during sessions. Purchase includes online access via most mobile devices or computers. New to the Fourth Edition: New and updated tables, including material on the evolution of EMDR therapy. New questions at the end of each chapter reinforce important concepts. Additional information on using EMDR therapy with children, including hints, tips, and scripts. Phrases from Dr. Francine Shapiro drive home critical points in the text. Key Features: Explores a clear and concise review of EMDR, covering the AIP model and the three-pronged approach in easy-to-understand, conversational language. Explains the eight phases of EMDR, with detailed examples to aid in comprehension and application. Utilizes practical strategies and techniques for managing complex clients, intense emotional responses, and processing obstacles. Examines real-life case histories, dialogues, and session transcripts, along with explanations of the treatment rationale. Applies practical hints, tips, and precautions for using EMDR therapy, including guidance for teletherapy sessions. Illustrates examples throughout the book to provide practical insights and enhance understanding.

Download or read book I Might be Wrong but I m Not written by Great Freddy Velez and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2021-11-05 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When I have episodes of the past, Dr. Lewis recommended I walk, get out of the house, read, exercise, or write. He said, “Write about what you see, what you hear, people making fools of themselves, good people, bad people, funny people, coworkers—people in general.” I may sound homophobic, prejudiced, racist, a son of a b——, but I just got my own humor. It sounds f—— up, but it’s still humor. A veteran putting his PTSD to good use. I want to dedicate this book to all my vet brothers and sisters and to people who like to travel and read. This book is called I Might Be Wrong, but I’m Not.

Download or read book Joy Like No Other written by Edna Lee Allen and published by Pelican Ventures Book Group. This book was released on 2019-05-10 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Along with her two sisters, Joy flees a cruel life for one with promise. With a mail-order bride agreement in hand, she soon discovers a father has grossly exaggerated his son's integrity. Knowing she can never return home, what will she do and will she ever find love?

Download or read book A Transformed Life written by Rev. Gloria H. Johnson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2023-12-06 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is written about one woman's journey from grief to grace and it is a message to encourage others to continue walking with God which can increase one's faith even through the shedding of tears, For the word of God declares that we are overcomers, first by the shedding of our Lord and Savior Jesus our Savior's blood and secondly, by the word of our testimony. So, as a believer, I want everyone to know that I am a living testimony of the goodness of God and a stronger witness that the God I serve, the God I believe in and the God we pray to continues to offer hope to anyone and everyone who believes and especially during the times we are experiencing pain, when we are suffering through the times of grief, he is closer than you think. This book is a detail of my life's journey from brokenness to Holiness also to highlight that anything and all things are possible with God. Lastly, I am a living witness that God honors His word above His name. It has been through the prophetic words that were spoken to me that have come to fulfillment. His word is life.

Download or read book Congressional Record written by United States. Congress and published by . This book was released on 1959 with total page 1402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: