Download or read book Thank God at Rock Bottom Jesus Was the Rock That I Hit written by Tre LaVin and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2020-05-04 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when the outcome you’ve been working toward ends up being the outcome you least expected? Even if you knew in the back of your mind it was inevitable you still hoped against hope that it would turn out differently? In my case I broke, totally...completely...yet, the thing that finally broke me was not one singular thing but rather an accumulation of things that just snowballed. It’s like the snowball had been rolled uphill and then just like that...BOOM...a freefall, straight downhill with no brakes! This is my story of release, recovery, and redemption. Walk with me as I explore what it means to find God in the darkest of places and witness the real struggle as I hold on to Him and ultimately find my way from the depths of the pit and learn to soar above unforgiving circumstances on the way to my destiny and purpose.

Download or read book The View from Rock Bottom written by Stephanie Tait and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2019-08-06 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I had found my rock bottom, and instead of pulling me out, the God of the universe met me there in the rubble. What is your response when your life turns upside down? When you lose your job? When you receive a difficult diagnosis? Do you blame God or beg Him for a way out of your suffering? In more than a decade of misdiagnoses and debilitating treatments, Stephanie Tait admits she did plenty of both before hearing the two words that had drastically altered her life: Lyme disease. Yet she has discovered it’s in her pain that Jesus is most present. Through personal stories and biblical examples, you will learn that suffering connects you to God as He meets you in your moment of pain strengthens your community when you allow others to comfort you in your sorrow gives you greater appreciation for life’s goodness as you gain an eternal perspective Even if the healing never comes, there is something sacred in the suffering. It’s from holy rubble that God makes all things new.

Download or read book Rock Bottom written by Sabrina Allen and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2009-11-06 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is designed for those that desire a closer relationship and fellowship with the Father. As the reader reads this poetry, we feel once they grasp the idea to look at our Father and not the situation(s) they may face, they will find that God is a way maker and in his presence there is peace. So many times in life, we awake in a strange land; meaning, this is a new place in our lives and/or families, we are not sure how we got here or how to get back to that first love, which is God. We can have all of those things that God has designed; all we have to do is to ask. We communicate with our Father when we read, pray, fast, talk, and sing to him. Giving a total submission to God and allowing him to shine through our being, readers will find that when God has our undivided attention, how he turns a bad situation to a glorified project for his kingdom. When we dont communicate with God, we experience separation, and this makes us feel that God is far away from us and perhaps we may even feel that he has given up on us. This is the flesh and carnal nature talking to us, based on our emotions. God is with us even when we hit the bottom.

Download or read book How to Pull Yourself up from Rock Bottom to Success written by Dave Williams and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2010-10-27 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Living a GOD–centered life is the only way to have peace, joy and “Success” on this earthly journey. GOD is an awesome GOD. This book will help you to not only hear the voice of GOD but persuade you to immediately start following GOD’s Words to achieve “Success.” As you may know or will learn, life is an amazing journey. It is full of opportunities, disappointments, excitement and the unknown. 1 Peter 1:13 states, “Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” GOD wants to help us achieve our goals and if it’s in His will, GOD will make your greatest dream a reality. So, never give up, keep on believing, expecting and declaring that good things will happen for you each day. I am still hopeful that eventually there will be peace on this earth if it’s GOD’s will. John 14:27(NIV) states, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Download or read book The Ultimate Guide to Christian Singleness written by Mark Ballenger and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-11-03 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Ultimate Guide to Christian Singleness covers a wide range of common questions Christians singles often have. Why am I still single? Is God calling me to a life of singleness? How can I use this season for God's glory? Is God punishing me with singleness because of my past sins? How can I find a godly spouse? This book is divided into four sections which cover the common phases of Christian singleness. It has 30 short chapters, each with three reflection questions meant for small group Bible studies or individual use.

Download or read book Why God Favours People Who ve Hit Rock Bottom written by Dave Mann and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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 Rock Bottom To God s Grace written by Ralf Friedrichs and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-08 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever reached the lowest point of your life, a rock bottom from where it's like there's no coming back? If you have, I have an encouragement for you. God has a purpose for that low moment of your life. Read and repeat it again and find hope in that: that low is only for a moment, and God has purpose in it. Many people have asked me why we hit rock bottom. I can't give a precise explanation why God allows us to hit rock bottom at times, but I do know that it happens for a reason. Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us,"To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven."

Download or read book Every Day with Jesus written by Charles F. Stanley and published by Tommy Nelson. This book was released on 2018-01-30 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help your children grow closer to the Lord with Every Day with Jesus, the first devotional for children from beloved pastor Dr. Charles Stanley. In his first-ever devotional for children, Dr. Charles Stanley takes young readers his message to spend time each day with Jesus to develop a strong faith. Every Day with Jesus is seamlessly coordinated with the devotional for adults, Every Day in His Presence, so adults and children read the same theme and Scripture each day. It is perfect for families to grow in their faith, individually and together. Every reading includes a devotional message, Scripture, prayer, and daily takeaway to help young believers develop an intimate and rich relationship with Jesus. The children's devotional is adapted for reading comprehension, vocabulary, and issues relevant to children. Every Day with Jesus: is based on the same themes as those in Dr. Stanley's bestselling devotional for adults, Every Day in His Presence. helps families grow together in their faith with coordinated readings. includes in each reading a devotional message, Scripture, prayer, and daily takeaway to help young believers develop an intimate and rich relationship with Jesus. is for kids, ages 6-10. Dr. Stanley is a respected and trusted Christian teacher, and his beautiful devotional brings his life's message to a whole new generation.

Download or read book Clutching Bricks Poetry Without Apologies written by Tre LaVin and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2020-06-09 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Passion, as I have come to know it, is necessary to reach the pinnacle of true happiness. Without it, we would remain incomplete. After a long period of self-assessment, I was able see that life itself is fragile enough without us doing our best to damage it. Priority is precedence for direction, just as reflection is another chance at redemption. It is funny how a mirror can give birth to perspective. My own words opened the window that would come to allow me to appreciate the frailties of what God has given me, teaching me an ultimate lesson. Is it possible to fully comprehend what is seen? Not all the time, especially when looking through natural eyes. Often, we let our emotions block the clarity of what we see. As these words become real to you, may you find not only the strength to believe, but the conviction to make a difference! In this volume of poetry, there is much to ponder as I am reminded of just why I am here...and now, my purpose could not be more evident! Within the walls of this creative space I am clutching bricks that break down the very conventions of what I thought I knew, using these poetic pieces as cement and ink as the mortar hoping to leave an imprint on the mind so concrete that it will stand time’s test in the future of our generations to come. May this volume of poetry breathe fresh air into your life and help you shape your own vision as you begin to leave your mark on those around you. In these times, we can ill afford to be HISTORY, we must make HISTORY!

Download or read book Rock Bottom Blessings written by Karen Beattie and published by Loyola Press. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does it mean to live an abundant life? Some might say living abundantly means living comfortably, having the family you always dreamed of, receiving accolades from your peers, in short—living a life that is commonly accepted by many as blessed. But what if having an abundant life is more than the “good life”? Can we actually be blessed in the midst of serious disappointments and setbacks? In Rock-Bottom Blessings, Karen Beattie makes the case that true abundance is found in the transformation that happens when we experience God’s presence during periods of grief, loss, and disappointment. With the help of her friends and her newfound Catholic faith, she learns to trust that God’s plan is better than hers. Beattie began to see life’s challenges as gifts to be accepted like all other gifts: with reverence and gratitude. Beattie’s story makes abundantly clear: it is the suffering, death, and resurrection of Christ (the paschal mystery) that can inspire us not only to find blessings in every season of our lives, but to be utterly transformed by God’s riches.

Download or read book Dare to be Jesus written by Molly McCoy and published by Carpenter's Son Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-24 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to “Jesus’ World” – where Born-Again Christians find Spiritual Encouragement to “be Jesus” to their world. This is “Jesus’ Special Invitation” to every Christian to enter into His Divine World of Witnessing. RSVP to King Jesus ASAP!! The moments and days are quickly slipping away like the grains of sand through an hour-glass. Carpe diem!! There is a Mighty King to be followed, an evil foe to be defeated, and an Eternal Reward to be gained. Today is the day to take a deep Spiritual Breath and “Go for it!” Turn the pages as you turn your life over to “Jesus in you.”

Download or read book A Sudden Glory written by Sharon Jaynes and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2012-08-21 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you long for something more in your relationship with God? The good news is that “something more” does not mean “doing more.” God is not waiting for you to get your spiritual life “right.” He wants to be with you right where you are. The real question is not “What does God want from you?” but “What does God want for you?” Sharon Jaynes understands what it’s like to have a “glory ache”—a longing to experience God’s presence on a daily basis. She also knows how easily working for God can get in the way of intimacy with God. And she’s discovered that we tend to make our faith journey much too hard. In A Sudden Glory, Sharon uses Scripture and story to help you erase the line between your “spiritual life” and your “daily life” as you enter the sanctuary of God’s presence even in the middle of your busy, messy day. Here you will find your eyes opened to moments of sudden glory in which the Creator assures you of His love as you live and move and have your being in Him. Here you will discover true freedom—the freedom of experiencing God in a deeper and more intimate way than ever before. Includes Bible study and discussion guide.

Download or read book Plight of the Fortunate written by Tre LaVin and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2021-04-27 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gabriel Clarkson has always done what was expected of him. Now in his final year of college the next phase of the greatness that his father has always proclaimed for him is set to come to pass. Everything that Gabriel has worked for is right there for the taking. There is just one problem...his vices are threatening to unravel the very fabric of who he is. Still, even worse, some of those closest to him are not even aware of the tumult that he wrestles with from dusk till dawn and once they find out the wheels will surely come off. In trying to be what everyone else is sure he is supposed to be Gabriel is struggling to find out who he really is. In the face of Black Lives Matter, Blue Lives Matter, and All Lives Matter something happens that will leave Gabriel asking if he even matters! Even those from the “right side of the tracks” can go left. The weight of certain expectations hover over him like the shadow of a 40-foot-tall bear. Now, the very same shadow of fortune that has always protected him will undoubtedly destroy him unless he figures out just how he got here and comes to grips with who he has become...

Download or read book Shadows of the Cross written by Craig Cashwell and published by Gentle Path Press. This book was released on 2015-02-25 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a Christian companion to Facing the Shadow. It provides an early spiritual focus to recovery for those who are beginning to use the Patrick Carnes 30 task model of recovery from sex addiction. Addresses issues of sexuality in a non-shaming way using Biblical scripture to encourage long-term recovery. Shadows of the Cross: -Includes interactive exercises and tasks that complement Facing the Shadow. -Applies world renowned Dr. Patrick Carnes' research-based thirty task model with a Christian twist -Has a Christian approach that tackles the shame that often accompanies sex addiction -Provides readers with suggested Biblical verses to assist in their long-term recovery -Provides a much needed spiritual focus to early recovery

Download or read book Issues In The Tissues written by Millicent Robinson and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-03-11 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Give not fear to your pain, nor let financial complexities prevent success. You may have health issues that may be challenging but be proud of who you are and keep your focus. You are unstoppable; this is your season and there is no reason to doubt. The woman with the issue of blood only "touched" the hem of Jesus's garment and immediately she was healed. Never belittle the issues you face in your tissues. Deem it as a purpose for God to invest in you. Great investment does not come overnight, but through processes. Job said, "Though he slays me yet will I trust him" (Job 13:15). If that wasn't enough Job questioned "If a man dies, shall he live again? All the days of my appointed time will I wait until my change comes" (Job 14:14). Holding back your dreams is not an option, and doubting will only set you back. Believe in yourself, be positive about life, and you have potential. Don't be weighed down by fear, anxiety, and unforgiveness. Though caused by traumatic events, they are only issues. The term "issues in the tissues" refers to the state of our emotional being stored in our bodies. Our heart is the center of our emotions. We deal with personality, mood, temperament, interconnectedness, motivation, disposition, experience, and illness. These are issues that when locked in the tissue they will suppress your emotions. The fact is, you need to release your tensions, get past your past because failure to do so will have your past holding you hostage. Your yesterday is past and will speak for itself; live in your today as your tomorrow isn't promised. Built up issues are dangerous to the breaking down of cells within the body, causing physical barriers that will affect the exporting and receiving of messages from the mind, communication. When the mind is released, you also release the cluster of confusions that cause heaviness in the head, which often feels more like an eruption is about to take place at any time. Letting go of strongholds can be very difficult but rewarding. At the end of the day, with the release of the mind, you are no longer experiencing chaotic health issues but rather are in your right frame of mind. I am sincerely confident that there is life beyond your circumstances. It's not about money, or riches, for that too will pass. It's not about education, careers, success, or lifestyle that brings out that great significance in you, but it is about centering your mind on your Creator, the great master, controller of your holistic body. By him, your issues and tissues were formed and molded. But thou art he that took me out of my mother's womb; thou didst make me hope when I was upon my mother's breast. I was cast upon thee from the womb: Thou are my God from my mother's belly. -Psalm 22:9-10 (KJV) Thine hands has made and fashioned me together round about; yet Thou do destroy me. Remember, I beseech thee, that thou have made me as the clay; and wilt thou bring me into dust again. Has thou not poured me out as milk and curdled me like cheese. Thou hast clothed me with skin and flesh and has fenced me with bones and sinews. Thou hast granted me life and favor, and thy visitation hath preserved my spirit. -Job 10:8-12

Download or read book Participation written by David Lowry and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-02-25 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beauty of the world and our experience of human empathy and compassion collide with our experience of bitter discord between individuals, severe societal divisions, brutal oppression, war, and profound estrangement from our environment. All manner of rational analysis and proposed solutions have not solved these elemental problems, the basis of which is spiritual. This book focuses on the spiritual nature of participation. It is about participation in a humanity rooted in Holy Mystery, in God who is in all things. It is about what is essential to being human: the experience of transcendence expressed in faith, hope, and love. It is about "being in Christ." In part, it is a meditation on the apostle Paul's insistence that we participate in Christ in whom we find our true humanity and through whom we are transformed in our relationship to ourselves, others, and the world. Being rooted in Christ, we gain discernment and power for transformative action in the world as it is, with all its wonder, beauty, and brokenness. This book moves from the inner reality of participation in Christ to the outer reality of engagement with the world.