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41) On the anvil
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We are all somewhere in the Blacksmith's shop. We are either on the scrap pile, in the Master's hands on the anvil, or in the tool chest. (Some of us have been in all three.) In this collection of writings, best-selling author Max Lucado takes us on a tour of the "shop." We'll examine all tools and look in all corners, from the shelves to the workbench, from the water to the fire. And for you who make the journey-who leave the heap and enter the fire,...
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"... originally written in Vietnamese as a long letter to Brother Quang, a main staff member of the School of Youth for Social Service in South Vietnam in 1974. Its author, the Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, had founded the School in the 1960s as an outgrowth of 'engaged Buddhism.' It drew young people deeply committed to acting in a spirit of compassion. Upon graduation, the students used the training they received o respond to the needs of peasants...
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In this extended reflection on the life of David, drawn from the accounts in the two books of Samuel and from the Psalms, author and self-described Sunday school teacher Beth Moore translates into plain and direct language the message she finds in this story of a shepherd boy who is chosen as God's own servant.
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Harris and Warren present a practical guide to meditation that debunks the myths, misconceptions, and self-deceptions that make many people reluctant to try it. They suggest a range of meditation practices that may lower your blood pressure, mitigate depression and anxiety, and literally rewire key parts of your brain.
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The God whom we meet in Scripture is one who gives generous gifts in the wonder of creation, in the miracle of emancipation and reconciliation, and in the surprise of transformation. We are invited to receive those abundant gifts on a daily basis, with a posture of anticipation, awe, and gratitude. In response, we accept the worthy task of daily discipleship. Gift and Task is an original collection of 365 devotions by best-selling author Walter Brueggemann,...
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"I Just Want to Know What Counts." Ian was a student at a university where I was visiting. I found out he wanted to be a Christian but was disenchanted. "I grew up in the church," he explained. "I wanted to go into the ministry. But I quit. Something just didn't click." He summarized his frustration. "Don't talk to me of religion. Go to the essence. What really matters?" You have probably wrestled with this question. Maybe you have gone through the...
50) One day my soul just opened up: 40 days and 40 nights toward spiritual strength and personal growth
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Program on inspiration and motivation to help you work through problems and improve your emotional and spiritual health
51) Exploring the joy of Christmas: stories, recipes, carols & more from the stars of A&E's Duck Dynasty
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Offers a guide to the joys of Christmas through faith and family.
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In her dynamic new devotional, TRUSTING GOD DAY BY DAY, international speaker and New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer provides you with powerful "starting points" for every day of the year. Each day's devotion is filled with practical advice and help from Joyce along with life-changing promises from God's Word that you can quickly and easily apply in your own life.
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Sometimes we can under-estimate the power of a simple word. For best selling author Debbie Macomber, focusing on a single word a year has helped her change her life. When she chose to focus her life on the word 'balance,' she was able to advance her writing and move up in the literary world. Here, she explains how choosing words like 'purpose' or 'believe' can help you figure out what's really important in your life, and how it can help you to achieve...
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The bestselling author of A Wrinkle in Time contemplates the true meaning of faith in the third installment of her series of memoirs. L'Engle has long captivated and provoked readers by exploring the intersection of science and religion in her work. In this intimate memoir, the award-winning author uncovers how her spiritual convictions inform and enrich the everyday. The Irrational Season follows the liturgical year from one Advent to the next,...
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In LIVE LONG, FINISH STRONG, Gloria Copeland presents a scripturally sound program to help readers claim the Bible promise of a long and blessed life . . . and a glorious death by "divine appointment." Gloria believes the Bible teaches that God desires for every Christian to live healthily beyond 100. In this book, Gloria reveals that the secret to finding this "Bible-based fountain of youth" is in daily receiving by faith and obedience the life-giving...