Download or read book Into the Deep written by Lauren Gaskill and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2018-11-06 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following Jesus doesn’t guarantee sunny skies and smooth sailing. In fact, the waters of life are often tumultuous, crashing over us. Sometimes we can feel that we’re drowning in a sea of confusion, division, frustration, complacency, or disillusionment. We need more than a shallow faith to survive these deep waters. Into the Deep is an invitation to dive headfirst into a life of courageous faith. With endearing warmth and authenticity, Lauren Gaskill shares how she and others have learned to swim with Jesus in the deep waters of life—facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and chronic illness—only to discover a more authentic, enduring faith that cannot be shaken by circumstances. In addition to examining the character of God and the lives of women and men of the Bible who chose to dive deeper with God, she provides practical examples and tools that help us take our faith to the next level by learning to make decisions by faith alone, control our reactions to overwhelming situations, and live a life rooted in love. Get ready to exchange fear and frustration for the boldness, courage, and holy confidence that lead to a life of deep faith and joy!

Download or read book Dancing in the Rain written by Cindy Shufflebarger and published by Winepress Publishing. This book was released on 2010-06 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The loss of a loved one, divorce, unemployment, terminal illness, struggles with finances . . . Have any of these heart-wrenching realities come knocking on your door? Even if your life seems relatively calm, you know someone who is suffering immeasurably. Dancing in the Rain will help you and your loved ones weather the storms of life with grace and strength. Join Cindy Shufflebarger as she chronicles a life-altering event—the loss of her child. Cindy honestly shares her thoughts, feelings, and attitudes, and how God has changed them throughout her journey. She offers hope, understanding, reassurance, and God's love to those who are hurting. As someone who has been there, Cindy identifies with you as she walks you from the door of despair to the window of hope by helping you: • Understand the true meaning of joy, • Change your focus—towards heaven instead of worldly suffering, • Experience God's love, • See God's goodness, and • Make the choice to be better instead of bitter.

Download or read book Storm of Joy written by Sherri Sengsouvanna and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-29 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on Sherri's true story, Storm of Joy is a fairy tale that offers a message of hope for audiences of all ages. Set in the magical kingdom of Danshan, this children's book is full of beautiful illustrations that chronicle the journey of the Queen as she experiences the death of her beloved son, the Prince. The Queen's sadness over the death of the Prince is overwhelming at first and plunges the Queen into a state of deep sadness and depression. But one day, she suspends her disbelief long enough to trust her feelings and there she rediscovers the Prince in a new and amazing way! Join them on their magical journey as the Queen and the Prince reunite in the ultimate love story where everyone lives happily ever after. Learn how the Queen triumphs over the illusion of death and calls forth miracles in her own life now ...anyway ...anyhow ...anywhere. If you have children or are dealing with grief or have any adversity in your life, this fairy tale is for you!

Download or read book Dance Through the Storms 22 Faith Filled Reflections to Maintain Your Joy written by Brianna Hairlson and published by Bri's Dance Place. This book was released on 2020-03-27 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understand that in our lives, we will have trouble, but you can still remain joyful in the most painful situations. Brianna speaks to the loss of her mother, being rejected in dance, and using her faith to overcome every obstacle in her life. Dance Through the Storms will provide inspiration and guidance to readers who may feel like there is no hope during or after the storm. Brianna also wants her readers to hold fast to the promises of God and believe that on the other side of the storm, there is a beautiful testimony. "Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." -Philippians 1:6

Download or read book Defiant Joy written by Stasi Eldredge and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2018-10-16 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all spend a lot of energy reaching for happiness, but we're never quite able to hang on to it. Real life happens, and our circumstances take us on an emotional rollercoaster. Oftentimes, the Bible's call to "be joyful always" seems out of reach--but it doesn't have to be. We are called to live. And, miraculously, to live with joy. Join bestselling author Stasi Eldredge as she shows us how to choose a joy that stands against the tides of life's real and often overwhelming pain. Defiant Joy reminds us that a joy that is defiant in the face of this broken world was meant to be ours. This joy isn't simply happiness on steroids, it's the unyielding belief that sorrow and loss do not have the final say. It's the stubborn determination to be present in whatever may come and interpret both goodness and grief by the light of heaven. Defiant Joy will give you the encouragement you need to: Finally experience daily joy Learn how to have a posture of holy defiance when circumstances threaten to weigh down your soul Find new perspectives on the painful circumstances you've faced In Defiant Joy, Stasi invites us with courage, candor, and tender vulnerability to a place beyond sadness or happiness, leading the way as we learn how to maintain a posture of holy defiance that neither denies nor diminishes our pain but dares to live with expectant, unwavering hope.

Download or read book Until Christ Returns written by David Jeremiah and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Award-winning author and Bible teacher David Jeremiah says this is no time for the church to panic, to become distracted, to be confused by prophetic rabbit trails, or to miss priceless opportunities. In fact, these may be the best days to proclaim Christ since the first century. Previously titled "Until I Come," this book helps readers listen for, and hear, the masters voice even in the midst of chaos. (Practical Life)

Download or read book The Raindancer written by Clay Rivers and published by . This book was released on 2014-11-01 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Raindancer: Finding Joy in the Storm tells of one family man's experience in using unwavering faith, a positive attitude, and an indomitable sense of humor in dire circumstances and how he changed the lives of everyone with whom he came in contact. His story will present the world in a whole new light and give you the courage to dance in the midst of life's storms.

Download or read book A Prairie Devotional written by Wendi Lou Lee and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2019-08-06 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In A Prairie Devotional, former child actress Wendi Lou Lee, who played Grace Ingalls on the TV show Little House on the Prairie, shares unique stories and spiritual insights that give a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the hearts and souls of the series' beloved characters. With more than 90 devotionals, A Prairie Devotional offers readers: A spiritual resource based on rich themes of faith and family Unique insights and life lessons Heartwarming stories and personal anecdotes Behind-the-scenes glimpses into the lives of the characters Quotes from Little House on the Prairie A blend of faith and prairie life Scripture verses Thought-provoking questions for deeper reflection In A Prairie Devotional, Wendi Lou Lee invites reflection on the ideas that made the TV series so popular: soothing broken relationships, keeping your head up in challenging situations, and relying on God's guidance when life looks impossible. A Prairie Devotional is an inspirational compilation of heartwarming material that lifelong fans will love.

Download or read book Snails Storm written by Joy Cowley and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Where will the snails hide?... Word count: 44"--Back cover.

Download or read book One More Step written by Rachel Wojo and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “We’ve all had situations in our lives where we just couldn’t see how we’d make it through another day. With this book, you’ll be encouraged and lifted up by Rachel, a friend who understands how to seek God’s strength and healing in the midst of the pain!” —Lysa TerKeurst, author of It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way Learn to overcome obstacles—one step at a time through your faith in God. Life often sends hard things our way: illness, financial struggles, broken relationships, and so many kinds of loss. Sometimes we can’t imagine a way forward. So how do we keep going when everything is going wrong? Rachel Wojo has learned that hope rises to greet us when we find the strength to take One. More. Step. Like you, Rachel has faced experiences that crushed her dreams of the perfect life: a failing marriage, a daughter’s heartbreaking diagnosis, and more. In this book she transparently shares her pain and empathizes with yours, then points you to the path of God’s Word, where you’ll find hope to carry you forward. One More Step gives you permission to ache freely—and helps you believe that life won’t always be this hard. No matter the circumstances you face, through these pages you’ll learn to: · run to God’s Word when discouragement strikes · replace feelings of despair with the truth of Scripture · persevere through out-of-control circumstances and gain a more intimate relationship with Jesus Rachel identifies the reasons you may tempted to quit and shows you where to find the courage to keep going, one step at a time. You’re not alone. So don’t give up. God won’t let you down. That’s a promise.

Download or read book Joy in the Sorrow How a Thriving Church and Its Pastor Learned to Suffer Well written by Matt Chandler and published by Good Book Company. This book was released on 2019-09 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the moving story of Matt Chandler's battle with a potentially fatal brain tumor. But it's also the stories of those in his church family who taught him, and teach him, how to walk with joy in sorrow. Readers will find encouragement and strength to get through tough times, or to support others to do so.

Download or read book For Your Joy written by John Piper and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evangelistic booklet that presents the Gospel of Christ by showing that God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.

Download or read book The Secret Power of Joy written by Susie Shellenberger and published by Zonderkidz. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An innovative walk through Paul's Epistle to the Philippians, perfectly tailored to young girls by the Secret Power for Girls concept -- leading students to understand the "secrets" of God's plan for their lives; and revealing the spiritual power that can be theirs by the Holy Ghost - through Susie Shellenberger's unique teaching gifts. Readers will "join" Paul in his struggles and revelations; will examine God's plan and their own responses; and will come to a deeper relationship with God and k

Download or read book Happiness in a Storm Facing Illness and Embracing Life as a Healthy Survivor written by Wendy Schlessel Harpham and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2010-03-30 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A guide to the meaning of joy and satisfaction, and the many routes to them.”—Jane Brody, New York Times Award-winning author Wendy Schlessel Harpham, MD, offers her program to getting good care and finding happiness when you are sick. Having coined the term “Healthy Survivor” while dealing with her own chronic lymphoma, Harpham encourages people dealing with cancer, heart disease, diabetes, or any prolonged illness to simultaneously do all they can to overcome disease and live life to the fullest. Harpham opens our eyes to the opportunities for happiness in life despite medical problems and even because of illness.

Download or read book Having Joy in the Midst of the Storm written by Cindy Oriol and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2019-04-05 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The storms of life put us all in periods of indecision, lonliness, pain and even a sense of defeat.The question confronting us is how do we face and deal with these storms? As explained in this book, the author endured the storms of a a severe injury,two different types of cancer, a stroke and brain cell malfunction that had no medical treatment,all in a period of six years . How to deal with these storms? Cindy Oriol reveals what worked for her , and many more believers in our Lord Jesus who is found in a book called the bible. Were there instant healings by no means, but she explains the ups and downs of her journey, always with joy in her heart as she keeps her focus on her Lord, Christ Jesus, through all the periods of pain, sleepless nights and the healings that did occur.

Download or read book Abiding in the Eye of the Storm written by Bessie Macklin and published by Tate Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I was humiliated and embarrassed for myself and our family, but my hands were tied because I had nowhere to go. There was no way I would be able to rent our house To The young woman. She cried because I had made a mess of her life. I cried because Dave had made a mess of my life and hers. I'm not saying that I was all Jesus-centered at that time, because I was not, but one thing I do know: it was only God that strengthened me and gave me courage to carry on my everyday duties as a mother and employee, despite these setbacks.Bessie Macklin knows about the storms of that affect every part of our lives. When her husband abandoned her family, she was nearly overwhelmed by the winds of anger, frustration, and fear. Yet when the winds and rain of life seemed to almost overtake her, she found strength; she found God's miracle, a path that would allow her to findAbiding in the Eye of the Storm.Through the telling of her own stirring story and a collection of stories of other individuals finding the power of God to overcome their trials and tribulations, Macklin's testimony is both an inspiration and a guide toward surviving the tribulations God puts before each of us.

Download or read book The Pinnacle of Holiness written by D.L. Anderson and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-07-09 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What Good Thing Must I Do to Enter Into Eternal Life? Almost 2,000 years ago, a rich younger ruler asked the Messiah this question. Messiah's response was revolutionary. He simply commanded the young ruler to go onto perfection. This verse and countless others prove this statement - perfection is the only manner in which we will enter into eternal life. From this reality evolves 2 central questions: 1. What does it mean to be perfect? 2. How do we achieve perfection? Quite simply, perfection is measured by our success at executing the will of the Father. We are only able to do so by first achieving holiness. By analyzing the 16 primary degrees of holiness, we will understand every facet of perfection, as well as deduce the correlation between all the principle components of scriptural theology. For example, what are your views on sin? Do you know that sinners can not inherit eternal life? Do you know that the Holy Spirit gives us power to make a clean break from both sin and our sinful nature? Furthermore, have you ever considered the lack of miracles, healing, signs, and wonders in our world? The Gospel is filled with them, although only a handful of believers wrought these works. As for us, we have millions of believers worldwide and still aren't doing a fraction of their works. Needless to say, the church circuit is filled with many spiritual deficits that will only begin to be resolved when each member fulfills the Greater Commission and goes on to perfection. In this book, I will address many of these deficits and show how they are only resolved by holiness. By the end of it, you will be prepared to set your foot upon the path to perfection and become heir to eternal life.