Autobiography: religious and spiritual Books

Book SynopsisThe heartening, transformative story of an unlikely pastor, and one answer to the oft-neglected question: what does it actually mean to be a pastor? Eugene Peterson never wanted to be a pastor. But, in 1962, when he was asked by the Presbyterian Church to begin a new church in Bel Air, Maryland, he surprised himself by answering the call. Suddenly at the helm of the newly-established Christ Our King Presbyterian Church, Peterson—who had little conception of what it really meant to be a pastor—dedicated his life to understanding and fulfilling his vocation. In The Pastor, Peterson shares the stories and lessons from his thirty years in that single pulpit. The result is a quietly powerful and inspirational book, a true gift to anyone looking to grow in their faith and live virtuously. Steering away from abstractions, Peterson challenges conventional wisdom regarding church marketing, mega pastors, and the church’s too-cozy relationship to American consumerism to present a simple, grounded description of what being a minister means today. With warmth, familiarity, and humor, Peterson offers a contemporary perspective on an ancient vocation, one with authenticity, openness, and faith at its center. Here is a simple but revolutionary reminder that “preaching is proclamation... but only when it gets embedded in conversation, in a listening ear and responding tongue, does it become gospel.” 

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Book SynopsisIn Beyond the Possible, Reverend Cecil Williams, one of the most well-known and provocative ministers in the United States, reflects on his fifty years creating radical social change as the head of San Francisco's Memorial Glide Church.Williams' innovations, such as HIV testing during services, have drawn protest from more conservative factions within the Methodist Church, but his work in the community has drawn praise from the likes of Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, and Warren Buffett.Written with Glide Church founding pastor Janice Mirikitani, and with a foreword by Dave Eggers, Beyond the Possible is a book of wisdom, providing lessons that Reverend Williams has learned so that readers can learn to embrace their true selves, accept all those around them, and fully live day to day through social change as worship.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review'An absorbing and enchanting breathwork bildungsroman that moves us from the meniality of modern corporate culture to the mesmerisms of meditation' James Nestor, New York Times bestselling author of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art 'It's like Autobiography of a Yogi set in modern-day New York. It will stay in your heart long after you have put the book down'Vishen Lakhiani, CEO, Mindvalley; author of New York Times bestseller The Code of the Extraordinary Mind , Nautilus Book Award winner 'Like the WWII pilot forced to land his battle-damaged plane on "a wing and a prayer", Wall Street banker Kushal Choksi is forced by catastrophic events to embark on a remarkable journey of spiritual self-discovery. A poignant, funny, and thought-provoking read!' Carol Kline, New York Times bestselling co-author of Happy for No Reason, Love for No Reason , five books in the Chicken Soup for the Soul series and Conscious Luck: Eight Secrets to Intentionally Change Your Fortune 'Kushal delivers a powerful and earnest narrative of a curious mind's struggle to know what lies beyond the unknown and to find a purpose along the way' Jeffrey Perlman, brand architect, former CMO, Zumba Fitness. 'Kushal's authentic journey of self-exploration inspires us all to question what it really means to lead a successful life. His heartfelt account will appeal to anyone seeking answers from within'Chandrika Tandon, business leader, humanitarian and Grammy-nominated artist ' On a Wing and a Prayer is a life-changing spiritual adventure. Deeply insightful and superbly written!' Emma Seppälä, author of The Happiness Track ; science director at Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE), Stanford University

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Book SynopsisA scholarly edition of the letters and diaries of John Henry Newman. The edition presents an authoritative text, together with an introduction, commentary notes, and scholarly apparatus.

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Book SynopsisAna de San Bartolome (1549-1626) was a contemporary and close associate of St Teresa of Avila. Her life was a blend of religious activism and spiritual forcefulness that characterized the first generation of Discalced, or reformed Carmelites. This book presents her autobiography.Trade Review"The Other Voice in Early Modern Europe series allows little-known women's voices to be heard, with translations of sixteenth- to eighteenth-century European texts. The approach is feminist, and each volume is prefaced with a historical account of the systematic oppression and frustration of women." - Maya Slater, Times Literary Supplement"

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Book SynopsisIn a time when the Pauline dictum decreed that women be silent in matters of the Church, Johanna Eleonora Petersen (1644-1724) was a pioneering author of religious books, insisting on her right to speak out as a believer above her male counterparts.

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Book SynopsisIn a time when the Pauline dictum decreed that women be silent in matters of the Church, Johanna Eleonora Petersen (1644-1724) was a pioneering author of religious books, insisting on her right to speak out as a believer above her male counterparts.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsDay / Night Beginning / Origin Elsewhere / Silence Reflections / Reticence Premonitions / Postcards Home / Afterlife Stealth / Sacrifice Killing / Elemental Abandonment / Mortality Displacement / Place Creativity / Thinking E/Mergence / Emptiness Walls / Garden Painting / Play Perhaps / Numbers Pleasure / Money Vocation / Teaching Last / Burial Solitude / Loneliness Things / Ghosts Levity / Grief Humor / Monsters Faction / Dishonesty Inheritance / Withholding Letting Go / Dinnertime Compassion / Suffering Clouds / Waiting Freedom / Terror Forgiveness / Cruelty Daughters / Obsession Failure / Success Balance / Simplicity Face / Aging Stigma / Autoimmunity Patience / Chronicity Technology / Addiction Pain / Intimacy Blindness / Aura Cancer / Surviving Trust / Bitterness Hands / Will Secrets / Tripping Strangers / Tips Sharing / Fatigue Idleness / Guilt Driving / Accident Imperfection / Vulnerability Friendship / Doubt Love / Fidelity Hope / Despair Happiness / Melancholy Ordinary / Extraordinary Notes Acknowledgments

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsDay / Night Beginning / Origin Elsewhere / Silence Reflections / Reticence Premonitions / Postcards Home / Afterlife Stealth / Sacrifice Killing / Elemental Abandonment / Mortality Displacement / Place Creativity / Thinking E/Mergence / Emptiness Walls / Garden Painting / Play Perhaps / Numbers Pleasure / Money Vocation / Teaching Last / Burial Solitude / Loneliness Things / Ghosts Levity / Grief Humor / Monsters Faction / Dishonesty Inheritance / Withholding Letting Go / Dinnertime Compassion / Suffering Clouds / Waiting Freedom / Terror Forgiveness / Cruelty Daughters / Obsession Failure / Success Balance / Simplicity Face / Aging Stigma / Autoimmunity Patience / Chronicity Technology / Addiction Pain / Intimacy Blindness / Aura Cancer / Surviving Trust / Bitterness Hands / Will Secrets / Tripping Strangers / Tips Sharing / Fatigue Idleness / Guilt Driving / Accident Imperfection / Vulnerability Friendship / Doubt Love / Fidelity Hope / Despair Happiness / Melancholy Ordinary / Extraordinary Notes Acknowledgments

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Book SynopsisDrawing on the experiences and lessons of over forty years working on the frontline of reconciliation and peace building, in Northern Ireland, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, Peter B. Price explores what it means to respond to the biblical call to seek peace and pursue it' (Psalm 34:14). What is required of Christians today in the light of the increasing number of wars, insurgencies, holocausts and genocide, is a deeper understanding of what true peacemaking costs, and an answer to the question: Can Christianity continue to sanction war?'The image used on the front cover is a detail from Dew Pond by Iron Age Hill Fort by Sir Don McCullin CBE, suggested by the photographer for use on this book.Trade Review‘The church as a whole may not have all the answers [about war and violent conflict] but it does at least understand the questions – and Peter understands them better than most. His answers are not lofty “stuck in the clouds” aspirations, but grounded in hard-lived experience.’ -- Major General (Retd) Tim Cross CBE‘From the first pages onward, Peter shows us that peacemaking is not a metaphor for soft and fluffy ideas but the hard work of being human in a broken world. For the sake of a peace-filled world, this book is not just highly recommended, but should be required reading.’ -- Dr Mark Gornik, Director, City Seminary of New York‘Through his own spiritual questioning, Peter reflects the universal dilemmas we all face in making sense of our chosen ethical and moral guides, as well as the often difficult steps peacebuilders take in support of social justice and reconciliation.’ -- Dr Zahbia Yousuf, Peacebuilding Editor and Analyst, Conciliation Resources

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Book SynopsisA joyous collection of life lessons from the UK''s favourite vicar! The perfect gift for fans of Kate Bottley and her charm, wit and wisdom.Hello there, come on in. I know what you're thinking: I'm not religious, so I'm not sure if this is for me'. But the truth is, this book is simply about being human. Believing in something, no matter what it is, gives us hope, and that's what helps us get through this messy, joyful, unexpected ride we call life. Over the years I've sat on plenty of sofas, drunk plenty of (questionable) cups of tea and learned endless lessons from the wonderful people I've met. Above all, they have taught me that there is no right way to do things and that's OK. In these pages I have shared everything I have learned about how to deal with life's biggies like love and death, as well as confidence, conflict and loneliness in the hope that I can make you feel less alone and arm you with the tools to face the tougher times. Trade ReviewA magnificent read, full of wisdom love and magic * Zoe Ball *One of life's great books. It's honest, real, funny, humane, powerful and profound * Emma Freud *Thank God for Kate and this book * Dawn French *Kate's natural warmth, wit and wisdom shines through every page * Sara Cox *Warm and comforting, like a cup of hot chocolate * Su Pollard *You can always rely on Kate to bring humour, warmth and cracking anecdotes. This book, unsurprisingly, has shed loads * Steph McGovern *I loved this enormous warming hug of a book. Kate writes beautifully and humanely about the ups and downs of life and the role of faith (and lasagne!). A must read for people of all faiths and none. * Fergus Butler-Gallie (author of Touching Cloth) *Written not just for those who actively practise a religion, this book of life lessons speaks on faith in all its guises, and how everyone can benefit from a little belief -- Radio Times‘The wisdom that shines through this unshowy and compassionate book suggests our public life is much enriched by her presence’ * Mail on Sunday *[Kate's] wisdom is delivered with humour and compassion...and [makes] you feel that life is always worth living * Psychologies Magazine *

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Book SynopsisLama Yeshe didn''t see a car until he was fifteen. But everything changed with the arrival of Chinese army vehicles in 1959. In the wake of the deadly Tibetan Uprising, he escaped to India through the Himalayas as one of only 13 survivors out of 300 refugees.Now in his seventies and a leading monk at the Samye Ling monastery in Scotland, Lama Yeshe casts a hopeful look back at his momentous life - from his quiet early years and the moment his world changed to his time spent in America, experiencing the excesses of the Woodstock generation. And to his life now.Written with erudition and humour, From a Mountain in Tibet shines a light on how the most desperate of situations can help us to uncover vital life lessons and attain lasting peace and contentment.___________________________________________''Brilliant and riveting. This book shows us that freedom is a choice we can all make'' Gelong Thubten, author of A Monk''s Trade ReviewThis is a fascinating story of an incredible life, told with unflinching honesty * Dr John Sellars author of 'Lessons in Stoicism' *His jovial nature belies his harsh, if colourful, personal journey from hedonistic teen rebel to devoted abbot of the Kagyu Samye Ling monastery, and it's remarkable to comprehend from his new book [...] just how the monk survived to redeem himself * The Sunday Times *Despite everything he has suffered, his story is a hopeful one and that can inspire others. Spending just a short time in his joyful company, and hearing his extraordinary personal journey, makes his unmovable positivity, forgiveness and tranquillity even more inspirational * The Sunday Business Post *Beautifully written * Chloe Brotheridge author of The Anxiety Solution *Brilliant and riveting. This book shows us that freedom is a choice we can all make * Gelong Thubten, author of 'A Monk's Guide to Happiness' *

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Book SynopsisSubstantial correspondence from an exceptional writer, poet, pacifist, and mysticTrade Review"An engaging book."--Presence: An International Journal of Spiritual Direction"[Underhill] reminds us how Christian women of the last century were able to exercise intellectual influence and unofficial leadership with faithfulness and love."--Commonweal"This correspondence reveals the intimate Evelyn Underhill--friend, spiritual guide, wife, pacifist--whose life spanned the age of Victoria through the horrors of two global wars. These letters serve as a companion piece to Underhill's pioneering books on mysticism and the spiritual life and explore the making of this foremother of contemporary spirituality. Carol Poston has retrieved a treasure for all of us."--Dana Greene, author of Evelyn Underhill: Artist of the Infinite Life"Evelyn Underhill's public voice was strong and confident, often choosing language from the middle of the road, while her private writings often reveal tremendous insecurities and perspectives from the margins. These letters are a rich resource for those of us who study Underhill's life and writings."--Todd E. Johnson, coauthor of Performing the Sacred: Theology and Theatre in DialogueTable of ContentsAcknowledgments vi Introduction ix A Note on Editorial Practice xix One The Early Years: 1888-1905 1 Two Toward Mysticism: 1906-10 84 Three A Dark Time: 1911-23 179 Four The Retreat Years: 1924-34 224 Five Worship unto Death: 1935-41 280 Index 353

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Book SynopsisOne of the most respected figures in Catholic higher education, the Reverend Edward A. Malloy has written a thoroughly engaging first installment of his three-volume memoir. This book covers the years from his birth in 1941 to 1975, when he received his doctorate in Christian ethics from Vanderbilt. Written in his trademark self-effacing and humorous style, Malloy's book portrays his childhood growing up in the northeast Washington, D.C., neighborhood of Brookland (the neighborhood's alias was Little Rome because of all the Catholic church-related institutions it encompassed). Malloy describes his family and early education, his growing love of sports, and his years at Archbishop Carroll High School where he played on an extraordinarily successful basketball team. The next five chapters chronicle his undergraduate years at Notre Dame, where he was recruited to play basketball, his decision to become a priest, his seminary experience, the taking of final vows, and his graduate schoolTrade Review“The first volume of Monk Malloy's memoir is more than a collection of personal reminiscences of the early decades of his life by a retired Catholic university president. At its heart the volume is also a detailed chronicle of the formation of a son who, from his youth during the second half of the last century, absorbed the religious faith and convictions of his representative middle-class Irish American Catholic family. It is the influence of that faith and cultural heritage throughout his personal and professional formation that grounds Monk's aspirations and achievements as priest, religious, and educator.” —Ernest Bartell, C.S.C., Faculty Fellow, Kellogg Institute for International Studies, University of Notre Dame"Time has taken Monk and me in totally different directions from our high school days together at Archbishop Carroll High School. It was enjoyable getting reacquainted through this book. I found his very accurate description of his shooting ability most amusing!" —John Thompson, Basketball Coach Emeritus, Georgetown University"As one of the many fans of Father Ed 'Monk' Malloy, I was delighted to peruse his new autobiography which he has graciously written. It brings to life many of the highlights of his life and explains many of the great characteristics that have lead him to be much admired in our world. I trust many others will share in this delight. I congratulate Monk on this wonderful account." —Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., President Emeritus, University of Notre Dame"It's great to see that basketball should be such an important part of such an important life. I really enjoyed reading this book and I'm sure other people will also." —Lou Carnesecca, Basketball Coach Emeritus, St. John's University“Father Monk gives an insight into his life by sharing success, challenges, and a destiny of response to a call to be a Holy Cross religious-priest. It is a journey of a soul!” —Rev. Thomas E. Chambers, CSC, President Emeritus, Our Lady of Holy Cross College, New Orleans"One of the greatest blessings in life is the opportunity to touch people's lives. Father Malloy has done that as a player, teacher, priest, and President of the University of Notre Dame . . . and he has done it again in this inspiring and motivating book. Be prepared to laugh. Monk can really spin a tale." —Morgan Wootten, coach Emeritus, DeMatha High School“ ‘. . . my story is in some ways the typical American success story,’ Monk Malloy says. ‘My parents were both high school educated and I was the first member of our extended family to go to college.’ . . . Malloy says that he wrote the first volume [of his memoir] in a way that shows how his personal story was transformed by the changes taking place in society and within the Catholic Church.” —South Bend Tribune"The president of the University of Notre Dame from 1987 to 2005 provides an informative and readable memoir starting from birth to completion of graduate studies. Readers from Notre Dame's constituency, such as this alumnus, will find Monk's formative experiences and perspectives on Notre Dame persons and issues especially interesting. For historians and others, Monk reveals the early years of a major figure in higher education and a rich personal account of a Catholic priest's formation in an era of rapid change." —The Catholic Historical Review"Monk's Tale offers a clear testimony to the formative years of one of Indiana's most solid university administrators. The book will appeal to those with a connection to Notre Dame. Other readers will appreciate Malloy's meticulously reconstructed cultural and religious history. . . . Monk's Tale is an important addition to understanding the dynamics within one of the best-known universities in both the state and nation." —Indiana Magazine of History

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Book SynopsisNovember 2016 marks the 25th anniversary of Terry Waite’s release from captivity in Beirut. In this this moving sequence of poetry and prose he recalls the highs and lows of his life, both during his ordeal as a hostage and in the happier years of humanitarian work that have followed.Trade ReviewOut of the Silence is a remarkable book by a remarkable man, a man of great humility and compassion who shares with us his private inner space. The prose gives great insight into the poetry and the result is inspirational. Peace would universally reign if the world were full of people like Terry Waite. * Karl Jenkins CBE, composer *Throughout a life of incident and commitment, Terry Waite has recorded his feelings in simple and poignant prose and poetry. It is a record of a unique sensibility. * Joan Bakewell, DBE, writer and broadcaster *I read and re-read Out of the Silence. I still am rereading it! Terry Waite’s thoughts and questions are totally compelling, whether in prose or in verse. * Vanessa Redgrave CBE, actor *A literary postscript about redemption, and grace. * Church Times *Searingly simple, yet moving honesty . . . is prevalent on each page. * Life and Work *

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Book SynopsisThe story of how Sean Stillman, a shy preacher's son from Reading, started and led a long-term outreach to the motorcycle clubs and street people of Swansea.Trade ReviewAn extraordinary, authentic example of discipleship, and the honouring and validation of the radiant "broken jewels" on society’s margins. -- Stewart Henderson, poet, broadcaster and lyricistSean is a remarkable man with a wonderful story. His ministry resides among the margins, the outliers, the broken, the forgotten. Rides a mean bike too. -- Rick Elias, recording artist and producerI put some miles on my bike alongside Sean back in the day, and he remains the kind of Christian and human being I aspire to be. Compelling. -- Sean Gladding, author of The Story of God, the Story of Us and TenRead God’s Biker at your own peril, and with a significant bit of fear. The closer we connect with God, the more he changes us. Sean transformed from a "painfully shy, nervous preacher’s kid" to working with motorcycle clubs and shepherding the "sometimes chaotic community of Zac’s Place." A dangerous process? Absolutely. But man, what a ride you get when striving to fully follow Jesus. Sean would say that’s the normal Christian life. I agree. -- Tim Riter, author of God, a Motorcycle, and the Open RoadThe mystique of pioneering ministry can easily be alluring to those who want to do things differently. But Sean Stillman has always done things differently and, in this powerful and moving book, he shows how deep trust in God can lead to costly mission which makes a real difference to fragile lives. If you are looking for full-on glamour and minute by minute excitement this isn’t for you. But if you want to see a transformative God at work in pioneering ways and far from easy places, go out and buy it – now! -- Norman Ivison, former BBC TV producer and Director of Communication at Fresh Expressions UKA very human story of a self-aware, flawed individual who has used his faith . . . to help and support people on the fringes of society. -- Andy Hornsby, American-V MagazineYou don’t need to have interest in motorbikes to find principles that we do well to apply to any demographic of the population who would struggle to enter our church gatherings. -- Peter Grier, author of Travel: In Tandem with God’s HeartHis whole story challenges us to learn from fragile people. -- Roy Jenkins, broadcaster and Baptist ministerMemorable and moving. -- Ian Coffey, author and Director of Leadership Training, Moorlands CollegeSean challenges Christians to rethink what the church is throughout and offers a wake-up call to the bigger picture of what it means to be a part of the body of Christ. -- Ruth Clemence, award-winning bloggerThis is the best kind of challenging Christian book. It pushes readers to face their preconceptions and hunger for a countercultural but deeper way to live for God. -- G. Connor Salter, writer and bloggerRaw and gut-wrenching. -- Mandy Bayton, freelance writer and speaker.

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Book SynopsisThis is Sean Stillman's personal story of a transformed faith alongside the broken, the story of the church he started and the European-wide growth of an unlikely bunch of biker missionaries.Trade ReviewAn extraordinary, authentic example of discipleship, and the honouring and validation of the radiant "broken jewels" on society’s margins. -- Stewart Henderson, poet, broadcaster and lyricistSean is a remarkable man with a wonderful story. His ministry resides among the margins, the outliers, the broken, the forgotten. Rides a mean bike too. -- Rick Elias, recording artist and producerI put some miles on my bike alongside Sean back in the day, and he remains the kind of Christian and human being I aspire to be. Compelling. -- Sean Gladding, author of The Story of God, the Story of Us and TenRead God’s Biker at your own peril, and with a significant bit of fear. The closer we connect with God, the more he changes us. Sean transformed from a "painfully shy, nervous preacher’s kid" to working with motorcycle clubs and shepherding the "sometimes chaotic community of Zac’s Place." A dangerous process? Absolutely. But man, what a ride you get when striving to fully follow Jesus. Sean would say that’s the normal Christian life. I agree. -- Tim Riter, author of God, a Motorcycle, and the Open RoadThe mystique of pioneering ministry can easily be alluring to those who want to do things differently. But Sean Stillman has always done things differently and, in this powerful and moving book, he shows how deep trust in God can lead to costly mission which makes a real difference to fragile lives. If you are looking for full-on glamour and minute by minute excitement this isn’t for you. But if you want to see a transformative God at work in pioneering ways and far from easy places, go out and buy it – now! -- Norman Ivison, former BBC TV producer and Director of Communication at Fresh Expressions UKA very human story of a self-aware, flawed individual who has used his faith . . . to help and support people on the fringes of society. -- Andy Hornsby, American-V MagazineYou don’t need to have interest in motorbikes to find principles that we do well to apply to any demographic of the population who would struggle to enter our church gatherings. -- Peter Grier, author of Travel: In Tandem with God’s HeartHis whole story challenges us to learn from fragile people. -- Roy Jenkins, broadcaster and Baptist ministerMemorable and moving. -- Ian Coffey, author and Director of Leadership Training, Moorlands CollegeSean challenges Christians to rethink what the church is throughout and offers a wake-up call to the bigger picture of what it means to be a part of the body of Christ. -- Ruth Clemence, award-winning bloggerThis is the best kind of challenging Christian book. It pushes readers to face their preconceptions and hunger for a countercultural but deeper way to live for God. -- G. Connor Salter, writer and bloggerRaw and gut-wrenching. -- Mandy Bayton, freelance writer and speaker.

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Book SynopsisDr Jennifer Bute is a Fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners. In 2009 she was diagnosed with early-onset dementia. What has she learned?

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Book SynopsisThe real-life journey of a hardened drug dealer turned vicar as he finds hope through faith and the power to change.Trade ReviewAnyone who thinks they might be too deeply involved in a lifestyle of crime and deceit, resulting in an inner hollowness, will be inspired that total transformation is possible. Claud, today, is a gentle giant who knows God has a plan for his life. Make sure you read this and discover how God can radically change you too. -- Reverend Emmy Wilson, Curate at Holy Trinity BromptonClaud Jackson is a man like no other. We are so thankful that he walked into Spoonful Café to do Alpha with our church over 7 years ago. Since then, he has become a treasured friend and we have witnessed his life being transformed by Jesus. We hope that you too, will catch afresh, the hope of the Gospel as you journey through Claud’s story. -- David and Rachel Cooke, Holy Trinity BarnesClaud Jackson led a life of poverty, abuse, drug dealing and violence before encountering Jesus Christ. He is a hugely talented writer who tells his own heart-wrenching story beautifully. Now his life is on a completely different path and by the end his readers are left inspired and full of hope. -- Nicky Gumbel, Vicar at Holy Trinity BromptonClaud’s story is one of the height and depth of the love of Christ. I recommend this book to all: for those who love Jesus, and those who are yet to discover his love. Whether you read it in a day or take your time over it, there is a challenge in these pages to see the work of God in one man’s life, and the hand of God over all our lives. -- Russell Winfield, Dean, St Mellitus College

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Book SynopsisFull of candid reflections on the struggles and triumphs that were happening both in the public eye and behind closed doors, this is the autobiography of one of the nation's favourite TV diet and fitness experts of the past 50 years.Trade Review‘Through Thick and Thin is a fascinating, frank and honest account of one woman’s rollercoaster ride to success, triumph and transformation by way of frequent trials, tribulations and heartache. Her trailblazing influence has carried immeasurable wellbeing, happiness and good health to countless followers, and this is the story of how she did it. If you want to learn about resilience read this!' * Dr Hilary Jones MBE *‘A story of glamour, success and achievement, mixed with vulnerability, near despair and searing honesty. * Rob Parsons OBE *

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Book SynopsisPreston Yancey arrived at Baylor University in the autumn of 2008 with his life figured out, then slowly each piece of his secure world fell apart: his church, his life of study, his politics, his girlfriend, his best friend, and his God.It was the loss of God in the midst of all the godly things that would change Preston forever. One day he heard God say, “It’s going to be about trust with you,” and then God was silent—and God still hasn’t spoken. At least, not in the ways Preston used to think were the only ways God spoke. Journey with Preston as he navigates becoming a patchwork of Anglican spirituality and Baptist sensibility, of reckoning with a God who is bigger than the one Preston thought he was worshiping: the God of a common faith, who makes tables in the wilderness, who is found in cathedrals and in forests and in the Eucharist, who speaks in fire and in wind, who is so big, that everything must be God’s.Trade Review… will appeal to young adult readers, especially those who are questioning their beliefs after being raised in Christian homes. * Publishers Weekly *Tables in the Wilderness:A Memoir of God Found, Lost, and Found Again is a record of Preston Yancey’s personal journey through a crisis in faith while he is an undergraduate student at Baylor University in Texas. He questions his Southern Baptist upbringing while at the same time trying to regain his intimate relationship with God; he can no longer hear God’s voice like he could when he was younger. Preston Yancey has written the memoir in a stream of consciousness style. This enables readers to experience firsthand the moments of worry, doubt, indecision, and frustration Preston goes through as he tries to figure out which denomination is the right one for him and why God is silent. Preston’s journey leads him to gaining a better understanding of Christian faith and into a richer and deeper relationship with God. This memoir will appeal to college students who believe in God, but sometimes feel abandoned by Him. They will find the memoir a guiding light as they seek to grow in their Christian faith. Because literature is an integral part of Preston’s journey, he includes a Suggested Reading List of influential books. The included Reading Guide is useful for individual and group study. Dianne Woodman, CLJ * Christian Library Journal *Well-written, engaging, and authentic... * CBA Retailers + Resources *

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Book SynopsisJoin self-made billionaire David Green, founder of America''s craft store giant Hobby Lobby, as he shares the key to building a powerful legacy: generosity. In Giving It All Away…and Getting It All Back Again, Green unpacks time-tested principles that will help you reap the benefits of generosity for multiple generations to come.In 1970, David Green began making picture frames in his garage. With hard work, he and his wife, Barbara, turned that humble beginning into the world''s largest privately owned arts-and-crafts retailer, employing forty-three thousand people across nine hundred stores in forty-seven states.But it''s not all about business. Giving It All Away…and Getting It All Back Again--part memoir, part personal manifesto--will change the way you think about prosperity, teaching you that true wealth is about more than money. It''s about growing your faith, your family, and your intellectual capital alongsiTrade ReviewBecause of his faith and generosity, David Green has changed the world. His love and friendship have changed our ministry. His story will change your walk with God. * Dr. David Jeremiah, founder and president, Turning Point Ministries *By any measure, David Green is a successful businessman. But much more important, David is a faithful man and a generous man, because he sees life with an eternal perspective. He understands that God entrusts us with his resources to do his work here on earth, for the purposes of heaven. This is an inspiring and challenging book that has the potential to change the way you look at everything you do. * Jim Daly, president, Focus on the Family *David Green has lived out his true calling to lead a company owned by God and for God’s glory. The way of living generously comes from humble life lessons. David not only learned these critical lessons but applies them daily in all aspects of his life. * Terence Chatmon, president and CEO, Fellowship of Companies for Christ International *David Green has publicly taken courageous moral stands with Hobby Lobby, a company he founded, but which he knows belongs to God. I loved this wonderful book of wise and integrity-permeated perspectives on God-honoring values in the workplace, enduring family legacies, and the heartfelt joy and enduring rewards of giving. * Randy Alcorn, author, Heaven and The Treasure Principle *David Green shares the biblical principles that guide his family’s radical generosity. Candid and compelling, this book will change the way you look at your possessions and inspire you to believe God for opportunities to give more away. * Hal Donaldson, president, Convoy of Hope, Inc. *David Green’s new book is hands down the most amazing story about giving I’ve ever read. Get ready to be blessed as you read this power-packed book sure to inspire you to embrace a life of extravagant generosity. * Craig Groeschel, pastor, Life.Church; author, Divine Direction: Seven Decisions That Will Change Your Life *David Green’s remarkable story of building a business and then making its assets available to the kingdom of God involves an unswerving commitment of stewardship over the wealth God has entrusted to him. This book will inspire you to do as Jesus said: “Seek first his kingdom.” * Dr. George O. Wood, general superintendent, General Council of the Assemblies of God *I am honored to give my unreserved endorsement to this wonderful book! I believe it will become a classic and treasured work and an inspiration for countless others. I read it with great joy and will recommend it to our team and members as soon as it is available. * Buck Jacobs, founder, C12 Group *I can think of few people living out the idea of biblical generosity like David. The values expressed in this book are timeless because they are biblical. I commend this book to all seeking to leave their family’s legacy for generations to come. * Chris Holdorf, CEO, National Christian Foundation *I’ve long known of the Green family and their extraordinary generosity. I also know that when a man like David Green writes a book, I want to read it cover to cover. * Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president, National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference *If you want to be smart, you find out what smart people do and imitate that. And I’ve known David Green long enough to understand that he is worth imitating. His business wisdom is surpassed only by his integrity and faith. This book reflects David at his very best. * Dave Ramsey, bestselling author and nationally syndicated radio show host *This book is a compelling case for radical generosity borne out of personal experience. Read it. It is practical, inspiring, and challenging. * J. Frank Harrison III, chairman and CEO, Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated *This book lays out tested biblical principles for family legacy and wealth management based on real life examples from the Green family. Your business and your family will be the beneficiaries of their strong thinking. * Greg Leith, CEO, Convene *This book shares one man’s story of learning to live with an open hand and the blessings of a God who is faithful and extravagantly generous. You will find wisdom that comes from walking in everyday decisions that lead to the peace and security of God’s plan to give it all away. * Lee Truax, president, CBMC, Inc. *This is a landmark book on the delight and joy of generous giving. May it ignite a massive movement of lavish generosity with eternity in view! David Green gets it. (And he gives it away!) * Dick Eastman, international president, Every Home for Christ *To me, David Green is truly a hero of the faith. It is a privilege to recommend this book, which reflects the proper perspective on stewarding what God has entrusted to each of us. May each of us follow his example. * Ron Blue, founder, Kingdom Advisors *We tend to overestimate what we can achieve in short periods of time and underestimate what God can do with a man or woman over a lifetime. Look at the principles, lessons, disciplines, and results of David Green’s life and be inspired to trust God! * Dr. Roy L. Peterson, president and CEO, American Bible Society *Wealth is found in our families through the values transferred from one generation to the next. David Green has demonstrated not only to his own family but to the family of believers worldwide how we can all be truly wealthy only by giving it all away. * Paul Weber, president and CEO, Family Policy Alliance *Table of ContentsTable of Contents Chapter 1: A Shared Vision Thesis: The transfer of wisdom I gained through the lessons learned along my journey. (Introductory) Punch: A path to success means nothing if not shared. Chapter 2: The Invisible Legacy Thesis: The legacies are not made of money alone. The greater part of our legacies is made of invisible things. Punch: The value of a thing handed down does not depend on its bottom line. Chapter 3: The Joy of Giving* Thesis: Giving of our resources, time, and money is a joyful experience. Punch: We learn the hidden power of joy when we learn to pour into others. Chapter 4: Journey into Generosity Thesis: Where Giving Begins Punch: Generosity does not depend on how much money we have, but the posture of our heart. Chapter 5: The Nuts and Bolts of Generosity Thesis: Learn to take first steps towards generous living wherever you are. Punch: Here’s how generosity looks in my life? How about yours? Chapter 6: Passing the Torch Thesis: Timeless principles of work, including the value of character. Punch: Our life values persevere only when take the time to pass them on well. Chapter 7: The Rule of Peace Thesis: We and everything we own is God’s. (SCOTUS) Punch: Putting my faith where my money is; a chance to show that legacy is more than cash. Chapter 8: A Company Owned By God Thesis: God stands with us. Punch: Hard decisions reveal God’s steadying hand. It’s all God’s: a truth well learned. Chapter 9: The Art of the Generational Handoff* Thesis: The “Why” of the plan and how it affects the generation behind us. Punch: My lived story of daily giving everything away, to God, my family, and the community. Chapter 10: Staying Rich Thesis: Realizing that legacy is more than leaving money behind. Punch: I discovered true wealth encompassed all of life. Chapter 11: How To Build a Legacy Among Your Kids Thesis: Practical advice for families about leaving money for your kids. Punch: Here’s what I learned over the years about building invisible legacy into your family. Chapter 12: For Such a Time as This Thesis: Why has God entrusted us with these resources to steward? Punch: This is my call to action: We need a sense of urgency around God’s priorities concerning the resources we’ve been given.

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Book SynopsisCosti Hinn went from being a next-generation preacher in a prosperity gospel dynasty to abandoning the family faith for the true Gospel. God, Greed, and the (Prosperity) Gospel offers unprecedented perspective on the perils of greed, threats to the global church, and encouragement for your own journey toward the Truth.Trade ReviewHinn (Defining Deception), the nephew of Israeli Christian televangelist Benny Hinn, rails in this convincing, vociferous work against the 'health and wealth' theology of prosperity gospel preachers as anti-Christian, exploitative, and abusive. Part memoir, part critique of prosperity gospel theology, Hinn's candid work delves into his childhood and young adulthood within the family's ministry. He then explores his first inklings of doubt at Dallas Baptist University and his subsequent rejection of his role as 'the next great anointed healer' when he is forced to choose between his family and his fiancand eacute;e, who feels she must hide her asthma because Hinn's family made her feel as if 'sickness is not allowed in [his] home.' Hinn rebuilds his spiritual life and ministry within a more mainstream, conservative evangelical faith and, in the book's final chapters, offers a theological critique of prosperity gospel practices, suggestions for a moderated understanding of God's role in human well-being, and thoughts on how to reach out to family and friends who believe the prosperity gospel message. Hinn's testimony will be most meaningful to Christians who have grown up in but are skeptical of the prosperity tradition. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisHe was told he''d never walk again. She was losing hope that she''d ever feel whole again. This is their miraculous true story of defying the impossible.In my very first impression of Chris, I was blown away by his determination to stay positive, do the work, and trust that God had a bigger story in mind . . . this book is a master class in the power of perseverance. -Tim TebowQuadriplegics simply do not walk again - yet millions watched as Chris Norton defied incredible odds and took step by impossible step across his graduation stage. With his fiancée Emily by his side, those unbelievable steps became the start of an extraordinary journey for them both. Told from both of their unique perspectives, this moving story invites you to find, as Chris and Emily have, that God can transform our lowest points into life''s greatest gifts.In a moment, Chris went from a talented college football player with a promising future to a Trade ReviewChris and Emily Norton embody the spirit of overcoming. They are living proof that we can become better as a consequence of whatever it is that we face! * Kyle Maynard, bestselling author of No Excuses, two-time ESPY Award winner *Chris and Emily's story will inspire you and infuse your life with the courage to face the challenges of life. * Dr. Thomas Mullins, founding pastor of Christ Fellowship Church *Chris's determination is a true testament to the warrior mentality he portrays. He is a beacon of hope. His fight and will to never give up inspire so many. * Anthony Purcell, executive director of The Walking with Anthony Foundation *If you are struggling in some way right now, do your best to keep in mind that although it might not seem so, better days are coming. No one knows this better than Chris and Emily Norton. Their story, told though The Seven Longest Yards, will remind you that the test always comes before the merit. The struggle always precedes the strength. You have to endure breakdowns to break through them. Take it one day at a time, and trust the journey. Just as Chris and Emily did. * Marc and Angel Chernoff, New York Times bestselling authors of Getting Back to Happy *In life, everything happens for a reason, and meeting Chris reassured me of that. His positive attitude and desire to make a difference in other people's lives are infectious. This book will not only inspire you but will make you take action to bring positivity into this world. * Eric LeGrand, former Rutgers football player, motivational speaker *Our brains need stories of overcoming so we might know our own stories can be ones of overcoming too. Chris and Emily's book and hard-won lessons learned remind us that our most difficult challenges can also be our most powerful assignments in life. * Katherine and Jay Wolf, cofounders and coauthors of Hope Heals *Sometimes life will give you challenges you can't get away from. This book will encourage you to face any and all obstacles in your path by using the inner strength you possess. Chris exemplifies how you can overcome all life's adversities. Chris is an outstanding husband, father, and friend who truly inspires everyone he crosses paths with. * Travis Mills, retired United States Army staff sergeant, New York Times bestselling author *The old adage that life is 10 percent what happens to us and 90 percent how we react to it has more validity than most perceive. Chris and Emily have faced some of life's most jagged twists head-on and sculpted them into opportunities. Paralysis envelops a life and those around it with pain and suffering. The ability to recultivate that life and find a positive journey is something we all can learn from. * Mike Barwis, MS, CSCS, RSCC*E, NASE, BMI, CEO of BarwisMethods Corporations *The Seven Longest Yards will have you laughing, crying, and feeling challenged to keep moving forward in life. You'll be ready to take on those things you thought you could never accomplish. Chris and Emily have given us a gift of encouragement and practical inspiration in the pages of this book. This is a must-read. * Todd and Julie Mullins, senior pastors of Christ Fellowship Church *This book takes you on a powerful, emotional journey. I simply love Chris and Emily and the way God is using their lives in incredible ways. This book will make your heart soar, your spirit rise, and your problems seem, well, momentary. Which is exactly what they are. Let Chris and Emily show you how God works hope into even the most trying of circumstances. * Carey Nieuwhof, founding pastor of Connexus Church, author of Didn’t See It Coming *Unashamedly honest, confident, and humble, Chris and Emily show us how to find lasting hope amid unending challenges. Their story confirms that internal fortitude is developed through dedication and determination. Their tenacity is contagious. This is a must-read for anyone seeking to live a rewarding life that leaves a legacy for others to follow. * Colleen Swindoll-Thompson, founder and director of Reframing Ministries *When I meet someone who can take steps after a serious fracture to their neck, I always say, 'You're a walking miracle!' That describes Chris Norton. This man refused to accept his doctor's prognosis and found the will to move forward despite adversity. If you like stories that inspire you to fight against the odds, The Seven Longest Yards should be your next read! * Joni Eareckson Tada, Joni and Friends International Disability Center *Without question, The Seven Longest Yards is one of the best books I've ever read on overcoming hardship and the unexpected in life. Seriously. I laughed. I cried. I fist-pumped a lot while reading this incredible and very encouraging book by Chris and Emily Norton. * Kurt W. Bubna, pastor and author *Your greatest struggles can become your greatest strengths. This book will show you this truth and inspire you to live your best life. * John O’Leary, bestselling author and speaker *

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Book SynopsisThe fascinating autobiography of the Dead Sea Scrolls expert who also embodies the journey of Jewish-Christian relations in the twentieth-century.

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Book SynopsisA picture of what it is like to live and work as a theologian. Incorporates Macquarrie's own reminiscences, some unpublished lectures and correspondence from distinguished theologians. Also includes a survey of his major works and a full bibliography.

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Book SynopsisEven Jennifer herself has in the light of severe recent tragedies found herself gaining a new understanding of all she has been through. This book looks back at the traumas and insecurities of her childhood, the joys and trials of family life through the most testing of circumstances, the confusion caused by her life-threatening illness and subsequent miracle healing, the pain of bereavement and - the most recent chapter that no-one foresaw - divorce from her husband Tony.Journey Into God''s Heart is an epic saga of a unique woman''s journey through the fire. An adventure that lasts a lifetime, a path strewn with heart-testing challenges.Written as compellingly as a novel, it presents a completely new perspective on the story told in Jennifer''s previous autobiographical books Beyond Healing and Unexpected Healing. Her journey unfolds against the backdrop of the momentous changes undergone by the evangelical and charismatic church in the mid and late twentieth century.Trade ReviewJen's book is brilliantly written, as always. it answers many fasinating questions and provokes some that are even more intriguing. Gripping from first to last. * Adrian Plass *An absolute gem of a find and read... This is a book that cries out to be read more than once. * Woman Alive *

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Book SynopsisThe astonishing, true account of one man''s quest to immerse himself in nature and live with wild deer for seven years.''Haunting, remarkable and ultimately very moving'' Sunday Times''A story of extraordinary power and tenderness'' Charles Foster''A startling portrait of an animal that is both familiar to us and yet shockingly misunderstood'' GuardianGeoffroy Delorme never felt he fitted into the human world. He would often disappear into the woods, drawn to the rhythms of animal life and away from the rules of a society he did not understand. One night, an encounter with a deer changed his life: from then on, he knew he wanted to live among them. In Deer Man, Delorme describes becoming a creature of the forest, working to blend in with the deer and witnessing their births and deaths, loves and battles, ostracism and friendship. In his seventh year in the forest, Delorme meets a woman walking through the trees. He knows he can stay in the forest and die with his friends - or he can leave, and speak their truth to a human world that desperately needs to hear it.Trade ReviewA story of extraordinary power and tenderness, showing that intimate relationship with the wild world and the wild self is both possible and vital. Delorme is the best possible guide through the tangle of the woods and the tangle of the psyche. Deer Man will change you. It has the distinctive scent of an enduring classic. -- Charles Foster, author of Being a Beast and Being a Human'An extraordinary, unique story about how one man connected to the natural world in the 21st century * Northern Life *Haunting, remarkable and ultimately very moving * Sunday Times *A startling portrait of an animal that is both familiar to us and yet shockingly misunderstood... it is a delightful, moving read - and a quietly revolutionary one. -- Melanie Challenger * Guardian *Some deeply eccentric books have crossed my path in my time, but this one probably takes the biscuit . . . This is a lyrical, rather lovely book by a talented writer. -- Marcus Berkmann * Daily Mail *Deer Man conveys an intense sympathy for the animals and has passages of real beauty... It also has the special evocativeness of tales of time in the wild that take place close to ordinary life -- Peter Godfrey-Smith * Times Literary Supplement *

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Book SynopsisA heartrending and beautiful memoir of sudden loss and a journey to peace, from the bestselling, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of? Horse.Many cultural and religious traditions expect those who are grieving to step away from the world. In contemporary life, we are more often met with red tape and to-do lists. This is exactly what happened to Geraldine Brooks when her partner of more than three decades, Tony Horwitz - just sixty years old and, to her knowledge, vigorous and healthy - collapsed and died on a Washington, D. C. sidewalk.After spending their early years together in conflict zones as foreign correspondents, Geraldine and Tony settled down to raise two boys on Martha''s Vineyard. The life they built was one of meaningful work, good humor, and tenderness, as they spent their days writing and their evenings cooking family dinners or watching the sun set with friends at Lambert''s Cove. But all of this came to an abrupt end when, on Memorial Day 2019, Geraldine received the phone call we all dread. The demands were immediate and many. Without space to grieve, the sudden loss became a yawning gulf.Three years later, she booked a flight to a remote island off the coast of Australia with the intention of finally giving herself the time to mourn. In a shack on a pristine, rugged coast she often went days without seeing another person. There, she pondered the various ways in which cultures grieve and what rituals of her own might help to rebuild a life around the void of Tony''s death.A spare and profoundly moving memoir that joins the classics of the genre, Memorial Days is a portrait of a larger-than-life man and a timeless love between souls that exquisitely captures the joy, agony, and mystery of life.*number 5 in the New York Times hardback non-fiction bestseller chart February 12th 2025

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Book SynopsisThe story of novelist and poet Deborah Larsen''s young womanhood, The Tulip and the Pope is both an exquisitely crafted spiritual memoir and a beautifully nuanced view of life in the convent.In midsummer of 1960, nineteen-year-old Deborah shares a cab to a convent. She and the teenage girls with her, passionate to become nuns, heedless of all they are leaving behind, smoke their last cigarettes before entering their new lives. In the same artful prose that distinguished her novel The White, Larsen''s memoir lets us into the hushed life of the convent. She captures the exquisite peace she found there, as well as the extreme constriction of the rules and her gradual awareness of all that she is missing. Eventually the physical world—the lush tulip she remembers seeing as a girl, the snow she tunneled in, and even the mystery of sex—begins to seem to her an alternative theater for a deep understanding and love of God.

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Book Synopsis“An eloquent argument for speaking even the most difficult truths.” —New York Times Book ReviewTrade Review"Paul Moore and his daughter have been set free by this book. There is no shame left, and neither is there blame." -- Los Angeles Times Book Review"A probing autobiography and forthright reflection on a man who, for all his flaws, inspired his daughter to understand him." -- Newsday"Prose as emotionally resonant as a confession." -- O, The Oprah Magazine

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Book SynopsisA preeminent authority on the Catholic Church and papal biographer describes what he learned from chronicling the life of Pope John Paul IIIn Lessons in Hope, George Weigel tells the story of his unique friendship with St. John Paul II. As Weigel learns the pope from inside, he also offers a firsthand account of the tumult of post-Vatican II Catholicism and the Cold War''s endgame, introducing readers to the heroes who brought down European communism. Later, he shows us the aging pope grappling with the post-9/11 world order and teaching new lessons in dignity through his own suffering.A deeply humane portrait of an eminent scholar learning a saint, Lessons in Hope is essential reading for anyone seeking a fuller understanding of a world-changing pope.

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Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES, WALL STREET JOURNAL, AND BOSTON GLOBE BESTSELLER • One of the most acclaimed books of our time: an unforgettable memoir about a young woman who, kept out of school, leaves her survivalist family and goes on to earn a PhD from Cambridge University “Extraordinary . . . an act of courage and self-invention.”—The New York Times NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW • ONE OF PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA’S FAVORITE BOOKS OF THE YEAR • BILL GATES’S HOLIDAY READING LIST • FINALIST: National Book Critics Circle’s Award In Autobiography and John Leonard Prize For Best First Book • PEN/Jean Stein Book Award • Los Angeles Times Book Prize Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. Her fa

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Book SynopsisRichard Dawkins first catapulted to fame with his iconic work The Selfish Gene, which he followed with a string of bestselling books: The Extended Phenotype, The Blind Watchmaker, River Out of Eden, Climbing Mount Improbable, Unweaving the Rainbow, The Ancestor's Tale, The God Delusion, The Greatest Show on Earth, The Magic of Reality, and a collection of his shorter writings, A Devil's Chaplain. Dawkins is a Fellow of both the Royal Society and the Royal Society of Literature. He is the recipient of numerous honours and awards, including the Royal Society of Literature Award (1987), the Michael Faraday Award of the Royal Society (1990), the International Cosmos Prize for Achievement in Human Science (1997), the Kistler Prize (2001), the Shakespeare Prize (2005), the Lewis Thomas Prize for Writing about Science (2006), the Galaxy British Book Awards Author of the Year Award (2007), the DeschnTrade ReviewMost geeks cannot write; this one can... Equipped with an undoubted gift for expression, Dawkins the writer comes with a unique pedigree -- Richard Fortey * Guardian *This eloquent, witty and instructive book reveals the true Richard Dawkins. It's a great read. * A.C. Grayling *Throughout and as usual, Dawkins's writing is graceful, sparkling with anecdotes and wit * Eugenie Scott, Nature *Dawkins is a fascinating man and as a writer he is nothing less than essential... he is a man who has influenced or changed the way people think. His story needs to be read. * Simon Barnes, The Times *Richard Dawkins's memoirs are, like their author, honest, perceptive, sometimes ingenuous, always rational and deeply humane. * Matt Ridley *

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Book SynopsisIn this personal story, Dawn Dreyfuss shares intimate details with vivid descriptions of what abuse looks like and feels like. But she doesn''t leave you there. She introduces you to the God that set her free. In this intensely personal memoir, you''ll laugh, weep, and rejoice as you see yourself through her experiences. From her own mistakes, she offers you nuggets of wisdom and guidance imparted to her by a loving God who longs to make Himself known to you. Due to physical, mental and emotional abuse she suffered as a child, she became paralyzed in her mind and emotions. Her fears produced rebellion that led to years of addiction. When she had no voice, she let God into the broken places in her heart to bring healing. God gave her a voice to speak up and stand up not only for herself, but for everyone else who''s hurting and needs restoration. Her stories, whether written in memoir format or poetry, all contain the same message - pain that finds redemption and wholeness. Discover how

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