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Book SynopsisEven when circumstances feel wildly out of your control, you can make the decision each day to say yes to who God says you are in Him. This 52-week devotional from bestselling author Rebekah Lyons offers practical advice and spiritual wisdom to help you find renewed freedom in your daily rhythms as you intentionally focus on what God has for you in every moment of life.Rebekah found new freedom in discovering that yes in her own life as she and her husband made a cross-country move and adopted a child with Down syndrome. Along the way, she realized that when we say yes in even the small, ordinary moments of life, we experience renewed spiritual vitality for every aspect of God''s calling. In A Surrendered Yes, Rebekah draws on biblical truths and her personal story to inspire you to: Say yes to God, yourself, and others Find freedom from the approval of others Use your time and energy to live a life of intention Pra

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Book SynopsisIn The Power of The Holy Spirit’s Names, bestselling author and pastor Dr. Tony Evans examines 12 of the Spirit’s most significant titles and what they reveal about this powerful, present, and personal expression of the triune God.

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Book SynopsisThe creator of the groundbreaking film The Psalms, featuring Bono and Eugene Peterson, shows how the Psalms enable us to find a more transparent, resilient, and fearless life of faith.

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Book Synopsis¿Cómo podemos superar esas batallas en nuestras vidas que siempre estamos luchando? Deja de lado lo que piensas acerca de la clásica historia de David y Goliat. En este libro, Giglio nos muestra cómo habitar en la magnitud de nuestro Dios, y no en la altura de nuestros gigantes.Trade Reviewand laquo;Estoy profundamente apasionado por ver a la gente tomar control y vivir el propand oacute;sito de Dios para sus vidas. Pero sand eacute; por experiencia personal cand oacute;mo los gigantes como el temor, el rechazo y la vergand uuml;enza pueden entrometerse entre nosotros y nuestro destino. Por eso me da mucha alegrand iacute;a de que mi amigo Louie haya escrito este libro. Goliat debe caer encenderand aacute; tu deseo de derrotar tus gigantes y reclamar todo lo que Dios tiene para tiand raquo;. * Christine Caine, fundador, A21 and Propel Women *and laquo;Grandes jugadores han tenido grandes entrenadores. Louie nos ayuda a comprender que Dios ha provisto un entrenador que nos ayuda a ser victoriosos sobre nuestros Goliatand raquo;. * Stan Smith, jefe de Stan Smith Event, anteriormente jugador de tenis # 1 y cara del ícono "Stan Smith Shoe" *and laquo;La historia de David y Goliat siempre me ha intrigado. Es una historia que se puede leer una y otra vez y brindar un mensaje diferente cada vez. He escuchado a Louie durante mucho tiempo, asand iacute; que cuando me enterand eacute; de que estaba escribiendo un libro acerca de derrotar a los gigantes en tu vida no podand iacute;a esperar a conocer su perspectiva. Tuve un gran gigante en mi vida, llamado miedo. Si usted estand aacute; luchando contra ese mismo gigante entonces este es un libro que debe leerand raquo;. * Sadie Robertson, autor, conferenciasta, actor y fundador de Live Original *and laquo;Louie nos guand iacute;a hacia el camino de la redenciand oacute;n a travand eacute;s de la sabidurand iacute;a divina y la transparencia relatable. No sand oacute;lo nos ayuda a conquistar los Goliat en nuestra vida; sino que comparte tambiand eacute;n el suyo. Este libro ofrece libertad para cualquiera que estand eacute; dispuesto a enfrentarse a sus gigantesand raquo;. * Lecrae, artista ganador del premio Grammy, escritor y productor. *and laquo;Si hay cualquier persona cualificada para escribir sobre el tema de derrotar gigantes, es Louie. and Eacute;l habla con su corazand oacute;n y su vida con pasiand oacute;n y el deseo implacable de liberar y empoderar a otros. Louie es magistral en conectar a la gente con el mensaje del Evangelioand raquo;. * Brian Houston, pastor global y fundador, Hillsong Church *and laquo;Todos tenemos gigantes en nuestras vidas, problemas, adicciones, desafand iacute;os y obstand aacute;culos que nos impiden convertirnos en aquello para lo cual Dios nos creand oacute;. En su nuevo libro, Goliat debe caer, mi amigo Louie Giglio muestra cand oacute;mo Jesand uacute;s puede darnos la victoria definitiva sobre los gigantes que enfrentamos y la experiencia de vida abundante. He conocido a Louie desde que era un niand ntilde;o, y estoy muy orgullosa de la obra que Dios estand aacute; haciendo en y a travand eacute;s de and eacute;l. Yo creo que Dios va a liberar gente de sus gigantes a travand eacute;s de la maravillosa verdad queLouie comparte en este libroand raquo;. * Dr. Charles Stanley, pastor general, First Baptist Atlanta, presidente, In Touch Ministries *

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Book SynopsisIn this 90-day devotional, Bishop T.D. Jakes will help you understand how God can use life''s difficult moments to prepare you for His divine purposes.In Crushing, #1 New York Times bestselling author T.D. Jakes wrestled with the age-old questions: Why do the righteous suffer? Where is God in all the injustice?Now, in DAILY READINGS FROM CRUSHING, Bishop Jakes wants to encourage you that God uses difficult, crushing experiences to prepare you for unexpected blessings. If you are faithful through suffering, you will be surprised by God''s joy, comforted by His peace and fulfilled with His purpose.This daily devotional will inspire you through 90 days of scriptural wisdom and reflection to have hope, even in your most difficult moments. If you trust in God and lean on Him during setbacks, He will lead you through

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Book SynopsisWhether you''ve been married a few months or a few years, the deepest longing for all couples is to discover a richer intimacy with God and each other. In OUR BEST LIFE TOGETHER, Joel and Victoria Osteen will help you do just that. Through these proven principles you and your mate will find the help you need to meet each other''s relational needs, learn to communicate effectively, practice love and respect, handle adversity, honor each other, show compassion and patience, encourage one another, and grow together spiritually. There''s no better way to experience the fulfilling marriage God intends for you than to set aside a devotional time together each day.

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Book SynopsisNot sure which way to turn?Life is an adventurefull of twists and turns, uncertainty and anxiety. In times when you're unsure of what to do or which way to turn, there is no more accurate or reliable compass than God's Word.In Turning Points with God, New York Times bestselling author Dr. David Jeremiah distills the wisdom of the Bible into 365 beautifully crafted devotional readings that will help ground and guide you every day of the coming year.Featuring specially selected Bible verses and quotations from such respected Christian thinkers and writers as C. S. Lewis, Charles H. Spurgeon, A. W. Tozer, J. I. Packer, D. L. Moody, and countless others, this stunning devotional is sure to enhance and enrich your daily walk with God.

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Book SynopsisA charming and wise collection of lessons from Proverbs . . . taught by teachers with paws.Many of us believe a house isn't a home unless there is fur on the floor. Pawverbs, a collection of 100 short stories featuring real-life animals, presents the godly wisdom of Proverbs in a whimsical wayinviting us to explore deep spiritual truths alongside tales of our lovable pets. In this book you will meet Guinea pig sisters with celebrity status. A street-smart cat who finds his way home. A black Lab with a rap sheet. A dog and dolphin who are best friends. A bearded dragon who enjoys a good soak. A lifesaving Great Dane, and many more. Like little fuzzy, hairy, scaly, or feathery ambassadors, animals are a gift from God to point us to Himselfto the One who promises to never leave us, is always available to listen, and who loves us more than we can fathom. If you are looking for encouragement and inspiration, or even

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Book SynopsisExperience spiritual encouragement from the Queen of Country Music with this collection of devotionals and uplifting lyrics.It's been over sixty years since the late Loretta Lynn first rose to stardom, transforming from a coal miner's daughter to the Queen of Country Music. Loretta knew she was blessed-to record music, to sing her songs to such great crowds, and to write books.A Song and A Prayer is a collection of devotionals combined with song lyrics that delivers a unique form of worship. Inspired by her songwriting sessions with Kim McLean (a fellow songwriter, music producer, as well as ordained minister and reverend doctor), Loretta's love of God is felt on every page of this book. Readers will learn to experience and maintain an intimate one-on-relationship with God. This volume will become a cherished companion for Loretta Lynn fans and readers everywhere as they strive to live each precious moment to the fullest and happiest.Through A Song and A Prayer, readers of all faiths and walks of life will have the opportunity to bask in a month's worth of spiritual encouragement. Loretta's thoughts and lyrics not only capture the presence of God, but also capture a presence that transcends Christianity-the spirit of creativity. In a busy world, Loretta's lyrics and prayers remind readers that God loves them more than they could imagine.

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Book SynopsisWHAT A GREAT WORD FOR GRADS is a unique gift book that offers inspiring devotional thoughts, literary quotes, Scriptures and prayers, all built around key Bible words. Each word is intended to encourage, challenge, and bless those who are graduating from high school and college, as well as those who may be graduating into different arenas of life, or simply moving forward in a new direction. Readers will discover words meant to be pondered and digested, each one offering a fresh, new perspective on a biblical word as it applies to the milestone of graduation. Each word will inspire graduates' hearts to remember that God is with them wherever they may be. WHAT A GREAT WORD FOR GRADS offers graduates encouragement for the next steps they take in life, and an opportunity to draw closer to God.

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Book SynopsisWith sources ranging from Calvin to Victor Hugo and topics ranging from Life to God, this little book of quotes can pique the interest of anyone, from any background. Each page contains a quote and a related Bible verse, making it a power-house of wisdom and knowledge. Beautifully designed with thought and attention, it is perfect for a small, special gift.

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Book SynopsisTruth waits for eyes unclouded by longing.'Lao-Tzu (poet and philosopher)In this collection of short, contemplative, enlightening reflections, spiritual teacher and Quaker Christopher Goodchild, inspired by his own experiences, guides you through his spiritual and philosophical journey to his truest and most peaceful self. Written from a 'soul' perspective, the book reveals how, by looking beyond vulnerability to see innate strength, and searching beyond pain and turmoil to find peace and serenity, anyone can affirm their true humanity despite the hardships and distractions of modern life.Christopher's compassionate route through difficulties, doubt, grief and fear is marked with dynamic tenderness and an artful embrace of abundant sources of wisdom. Spirituality, psychology and philosophy are seamlessly woven together in an inclusive Quaker context, led by the common values of love and forgiveness.In a world increasingly weighed down with the baggage of the self, this book will speak to anyone searching for a more clear-sighted, meaningful presence in the eternal universe.Trade ReviewWith a wisdom honed by transformative pain, Christopher Goodchild invites us to suffuse our lives with a spacious consciousness from which to engage with what is. A moving, beautiful and profoundly truthful book. -- Jennifer Kavanagh, author of ‘The World is our Cloister’ and ‘A Little Book of Unknowing’Table of ContentsIntroduction. 1. Unclouded By Longing. 2. Befriending Your Black Dog. 3. Healing The Wounds Of Separation. 4. The World As A Stage. 5. The Sorrowful Price Of Freedom. 6. The Second Arrow. 7. The Heart As A Lonely Hunter. 8. To Love What Is. 9. The Light Behind The Watcher. 10. Allowing Your Body To Speak Its Mind. 11. Life As A Painful Gift. 12. The Light Dressed Up As 'Self' And 'Other'. 13. What Desire Are You Using To Give Up Desire? 14. 'Being' In Uncertainty. 15. Dancing With Fear. 16. Whisper "Yes". 17. Waiting In The Light. 18. Quaker Meeting For Worship. 19. Autism As A Flower. 20. The Mystery Of Prayer. 21. Divine Play Of Father And Son. 22. Coming Home To 'Being'. 23. The Quaker Way. 24. Entrusting Yourself To The Waves. 25. The Shadowlands. 26. The Infinite Sky Within. 27. Autism And Spirituality. 28. Eating Poppies With The Dead. 29. The Ocean And The Waves. 30. The Mountain Of Truth. 31. What Is It You Truly Long For? 32. The Gift Of Not Knowing. 33. A Doorway Into Truth.34. 'Being' En Route. 35. A Wounded Tree Still Blossoms. 36. The Sacred Heart Of Jesus. 37. Autism... It's Not What You Think. 38. Nothing Special. 39. There Is Nothing New. 40. Laughter As A Doorway. 41. Being An Elder. 42. Dropping Your Anchor. 43. Allowing Messiness. 44. It's All An Open Secret. 45. Eternally Grateful. 46. Spiritual Bypassing. 47. The Seeker. 48. Autism As An Awakening. 49. ...And Then The Blackbird Sings. 50. Dancing With The Elephant In The Room. 51. The Life That Never Ends. 52. It's All Perfect. 53. Sweet Etty Hillesum. 54. Giving In But Not Giving Up. 55. You Are The Music. 56. Thought For The Day. 57. Going Underground. 58. Using Your Stories Up. 59. The Play Of Darkness And Light. 60. The End Of Words.

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Book SynopsisWritten centuries before Christ, the Psalms of the Hebrew Bible have been prayed by Christians since the founding of the Church. The early church fathers expounded the psalms in the light of the mystery of Christ, his death and resurrection, and his saving redemption. In this book, a Benedictine monk examines the Christian praying of the Psalms, taking into account modern and contemporary research on the Psalms. Working from the Hebrew text, Fr. Laurence Kriegshauser offers a verse-by-verse commentary on each of the one hundred and fifty psalms, highlighting poetic features such as imagery, rhythm, structure, and vocabulary, as well as theological and spiritual dimensions and the relation of psalms to each other in the smaller collections that make up the whole. The book attempts to integrate modern scholarship on the Psalms with the act of prayer and help Christians pray the psalms with greater understanding of their Christological meaning.The book contains an introduction, Trade Review“This book is a superb example of how a Christian contemplative, enriched by historical criticism, by the Fathers, and by the liturgical tradition, should read the Psalms. It will find its readership among believing Christians who desire to be led into the psalms in a way that integrates patristic and historical-critical learning. This book is for readers seeking to grow in faith and in their understanding of the meaning of biblical revelation.” —Matthew Levering, Ave Maria University "Many will profitably read Laurence Kriegshauser OSB's Praying the Psalms in Christ from cover to cover, but many more will gratefully consult it for its learned and lection divina exposition. Psalm by psalm Kriegshauser smoothly keeps track of key Hebrew words, with their repetitions and their echoes, and he highlights them like a good docent in a cathedral or museum. He does not get in the way of the Way." —Review for Religious“ . . . rooted in the theology that developed from St. Paul and subsequently St. Augustine, Kriegshauser offers a refreshing new commentary on the Hebrew text of the Psalter. Like few others he bridges the gap between devotional concerns on the one hand and historical-critical ones on the other. . . . I recommend this book to a wide audience of readers, whether that be a priest or pastor preparing for a daily or weekly liturgy; liturgical or retreat planners; students of the Bible, whether beginning or advanced; or anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the psalms as distinctively Christian prayers, even while rooted in their original contexts in First and Second Temple Judaism.” —The Living Church“The greatest strength of the book is its detailed cross-referencing. Throughout the commentary Kriegshauser refers to both Testaments, inviting readers into a deeper reflection on the biblical text as a whole. Another positive aspect is his brief introduction to and regular engagement with critical scholarship. Kriegshauser reads the psalms canonically; he keeps an eye on different genres of psalms and on recognizing the shape and shaping of the psalms as/into a book.” —The Catholic Biblical Quarterly“Kriegshauser is a careful scholar. He knows not only Hebrew and Greek, but is reading commentators in Latin, French, and German. Insights from all these areas flow smoothly together to illuminate each psalm. Kriegshauser encourages us, ‘Let us then study the psalms as the language spoken to the Father by the humanity redeemed in Christ’ (12). His book is a great help to us in achieving that goal.” —The American Benedictine Review“Here is a commentary on the Psalms that can also double as spiritual reading or material for meditation. The imagery of each psalm is explored, as well as other artifices that convey the impact of that psalm. . . . The Christ-reference is not imposed on the Psalms, but rather is made to shine through a thorough investigation of the meaning in context.” —Bible Today“This book offers suggestions about how the psalms can become the vehicles of Christ’s prayer in his Body the Church. The author works from the Hebrew text and is always quick to note where it yields greater depth or concreteness than the translations . . . this work is for students, ministers and all who have had some prior induction into the psalms and Scripture.” —Catholic Library World“Here is a book that reaches both backwards and forwards in its search for the manifold treasures in the psalms: backwards, in a careful exegesis of each psalm and an investigation of its interrelationship to psalms as a whole, and forwards, to the presence in the psalms of Christ who made them his own and who continues to pray them through us. This fine book leads us to dig deep for the treasures it contains.” —Cistercian Studies“One of the most well known Old Testament books in the Bible that is used for liturgical purposes is the Psalms. Benedictine Laurence Kriegshauser’s commentary on the Book of the Psalms examines these texts through a Christian lens, specifically, through the lens of Christ . . . this commentary is reader-friendly and makes a contribution to the many other commentaries written on the psalms.” —Horizons"Father Kriegshauser, a Benedictine monk in Missouri, takes a wholly traditional approach with his Praying the Psalms in Christ, a patient verse-by-verse and image-by-image exposition of each psalm in the spirit of the most ancient patristic commentaries, although Kriegshauser does take good advantage of recent scholarship . . . as a year-long course with a learned priest, it will amply reward the patient Christian reader." —Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThe secret to spiritual growth for couples is more moments together--with each other and God. These short, poignant biblical devotions for couples provide a daily discussion point, prayer, and Scripture reference.

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Book SynopsisPerfect for devotional study, memorization, and encouraging others with God's promises, the 100 verses in this book highlight well-known passages of encouragement as well as hidden treasures. Each verse is followed by a brief devotional reading that will inspire and help you draw closer to God and better understand the Bible text.

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