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"How do you see yourself? The one who's always late. The one who's a hot mess. The one who can't get their life together. The one who is about to have a nervous breakdown.How often do you think of yourself as "the one Jesus loves." Over the next 40 days we'll look at all of John's writings to begin to discover how Jesus saw John, and thus how he sees us. In 40 days you'll no longer see yourself as the one who's got issues, the one who's barely keeping it together, or the one who is always on edge. You'll see yourself the way John did, and the way Jesus does. The one Jesus loves"--

Embrace the tension of unmet longing and choose hope--even when life doesn't look like you thought it would. Maybe you've chosen to bury your dreams, denying your desires and sleepwalking through life. Maybe you've let your longing take the driver's seat and now you feel frantic and out of control. Even worse, you find yourself growing cold to God, wondering, If I never get what I want, is God still good? This book tackles that hard question--and many others. When It Hurts to Hope will show you the middle ground between burying your longings and overindulging them. Rachel Miller offers encouragement and practical advice on how to honor God and honor your desires at the same time, sharing tools for readers to be emotionally and spiritually healthy. Through storytelling, Scripture, and humor, this book will help you choose hope in tough seasons like unwanted singleness, infertility, chronic illness, and career frustrations. Ultimately, Jesus is the only one who can meet every longing. Delayed dreams can deepen our intimacy with God while we hope for the day when he wipes away every tear and heals every heartache.

"Legacy Changer addresses this generational toxicity and guides the reader toward a healthier, more fulfilling way of life. Through vulnerable, honest storytelling; biblical truths; and practical tips, Kristen shares her own life experiences and how she has intentionally created a richer family legacy for her own children. Narcissistic parents and grandparents, unaddressed mental health crises, abandonment, and shame colored her upbringing a dark shade of grey that left little room for light. Legacy Changer explores what the Bible has to say about toxic relationships and how a Christian woman can respond in a healthy way. At the end of this book, the reader will be more informed about the concept of generational toxicity, be equipped with the tools they need to change, and be inspired to approach life in a more purposeful and hopeful way. Kristen encourages her reader to use her voice and influence within their family to make specific, realistic changes that will leave a positive impact for generations to come"--

Tired of chasing better? Why is it so easy to compare yourself to others yet so difficult to stop? In an era of carefully curated social media images, nonstop selfies, and TV shows devoted to perfection, comparison can consume you. Chasing something better quickly becomes a burden, weighing down your soul and preventing you from experiencing the freedom, contentment, and rest that God generously offers. With wit and honesty, drawing from her own struggles, Heather will encourage you to look in the mirror and see the many ways that you compare yourself with others. But more than that, she will show you the true joy living a comparison-free life. While other books on comparison call readers to embrace their own uniqueness, The Burden of Better reveals that only a deep understanding of God's grace, and a personal reliance on that grace, can cure the epidemic of comparison flooding your mind. Heather's humor, personal stories, and empathetic approach offers a gospel-centered guide to kicking your comparison habit.

Your Mind Is Under Attack Thousands of thoughts fly through our minds every day, many of them negative. And Satan knows how susceptible we are to these negative thoughts that leave us frustrated and feeling defeated. However, the time-honored practice of Christian meditation can help us find victory in these spiritual battles. Transforming Your Thought Life offers guided meditations and personal examples that will help you train your mind to stay grounded in God's Word. Each chapter examines a particular kind of negative thought pattern and provides key Bible verses and prayers for standing strong against it. Day by day, as you hide God's Word in your heart and mind, you will move closer to the heart and mind of God.

Esther's World Is Much Like Ours: God Seems Missing. Some of Esther's peers, like Daniel, lived with a distinct>Today's suffering and cynicism can leave us feeling that God is long gone. But, in truth, he is still present and active in our lives. In slow, mundane, and even obscure ways, he is pursuing us and repairing our broken world. Follow Esther as she models ten practices that connect us with a seemingly distant God and his unexpected work in the world.

"A terrible virus has spread across the planet and turned the human race into bloodthirsty monsters. Mankind's only hope for survival is . . ." Originally part of the tagline for the sci-fi thriller, "I Am Legend," these lines describe the undercurrent of unrest and turbulence in our world. The virus we face is hate--an epidemic infecting social media, politics, neighborhoods, and homes. Communities of believers, which should be clinics with the cure, are instead suspected of being primary carriers of the virus. But there is hope. Hate, even in its most nefarious forms, is no match for the matchless love modeled by Jesus. Love is his cure for the sick and dying world. Historians, sociologists, and theologians agree that we are experiencing the most fundamental changes in global society in the last five hundred years. And while the church has a lofty vision and mighty power, we are disastrously unprepared. This book presents an understandable, practical, and doable approach to loving others with such clarity and conviction that the world will truly know the God who loves us first.

Despite her man's flaws and failures, the Lord plans to bless a wife's marriage through her husband. "A Wife's Secret to Happiness" shares eleven powerful, practical blessings that God wants to pour into your lap like sweet spiritual confetti, and the wifestyle habits that will attract or reject this divine provision. No matter your titlefrom stay-at-home mom to business executive to ministry leaderyou can celebrate God's role for you as a wife and learn how to - Embrace vibrant marital roles without getting stuck in gender ruts - Reduce stress and busyness by building intimacy and strength - Boost love, support, and encouragement in your communication - Deepen your spousal connection so you won't feel alone - Restore dreams for your life with your spouse Through thoughtful exploration of biblical promises, humorous hope-filled stories, and compelling testimonies, Jen shares how God empowers her life as a submissive millennial wife, and inspires readers to experience the same freedom.

This is Lynda Youngs second book in this series that brings hope and help to families of children struggling with health issues. This book is written for those effected by the growing number of autistic children

Halfway through her own pregnancy, author Jessica Wolstenholm realized that although she rushed to every book sitting on her bookshelf each time she encountered a question or a scary symptom, she found that the information there, while accurate, usually led to further questions or deeper fear, without the comfort she needed. "If you are experiencing cramping," the book would explain, "it is very normal. However, you could be experiencing a miscarriage so consult your physician." Fortunately for Jessica, she had the benefit of Dr. Heather Rupe, a Christian OB who answered every question with utmost honesty and accuracy, yet always included assurance that God was involved in every moment. Not all women have the benefit of a Christian OB, but they can have the next best thing in The Pregnancy Companion. This valuable book contains the same quality medical information as any "expecting" book on the market, infused with thought-provoking and spiritual messages. Organized in chapters that follow an expectant mother's OB appointment schedule, this unique resource will equip them for a faith-filled journey through an informed and joyful pregnancy.

Our understanding of our identity matters. It is the foundation of well-being, self-esteem, and self worth, which directly in uences our quest for purpose and significance in life. Unfortunately, we live in a society that insists on performance and people pleasing as the only acceptable pathways to security and acceptance. Many Christians are wearing themselves out on this treadmill of self-promotion and achievement, unaware that they are ultimately building their lives on shifting sand. True Christian identity rests upon the rock solid promise that we are the children of God. Discovering who we are in Christ unlocks an inheritance that is eternal, secure, and over owing with transforming grace that changes our lives at the deepest level, unleashing amazing possibilities for life and ministry. God's promise brings the unshakable certainty that at the core of our lives, we are forever hidden in Christ.

"Finding responsible role models today can be especially difficult if you are a tween girl, or the parent of one. In Becoming a Girl of Grace, Catherine Bird takes a close look at some of the amazing women of the Bible and the character traits they model for today's tween girls. These women of yesterday have a lot to share with the girls of today! Dealing with mean girls and bullies, feeling left out, and learning to like oneself are not new social dilemmas. The Bible is full of examples of strong females who chose to follow God and pursue faith despite what was happening in their world and cultures. Becoming a Girl of Grace is prayerfully and intentionally written for tween girls to share with their moms. The premise is simple-offer a way for moms and their tween daughters to dig into the Word of God together and keep the lines of communication flowing, full of engaging questions and fun activities"--

In Cathy Messecarrsquo;s The Stained Glass Pickup discover God waiting for you in unpredictable places. A denimclad rancher an orphan train adoptee and a wedding dress become road signs pointing to Godrsquo;s wisdom. Encounter the Almighty in a Houston theater a cross and a ldquo;grace shaker.rdquo; Through poignant stories Cathy points you to the One who created you ndash; the One who is waiting for you in the details and chaos of every day life.

In an age marked by loneliness, estrangement and the vacuous spiritualities increasingly offered to fill the void, this book offers much-needed wisdom for recovering a biblical Spirituality rooted in the triune nature of God. It offers not only a fully biblical view of God's relational nature, but also an equally biblical view of humans as relational beings, created in the image of God. It will provide enormous benefit to anyone seeking to discern the contours of a contemporary biblical Spirituality.

Do you want a deeper relationship with God? A closer walk with Jesus? A sense of the Holy Spirit's constant presence? Is this the deepest desire of your heart, but you don't know where to begin? This book is for you. It offers no shortcuts or sure-fire techniques for a deeper spirituality. But it serves as a simple and easy-to-follow signpost marking the path of daily relationship with God. God invites you into relationship with him, just as you are. Even if you're not sure about God, even if you have no religious background, even if you've been a churchgoer all your life, God invites you to share his very life. It is a life richer than you can imagine.

More than 100 million acts of sex occur every day in our world. If we are going to engage this arising generation, we need to rethink how we frame the sexual faithfulness conversation. And that's exactly what this book does! Instead of the tired "Don't-because the Bible says so" rhetoric, Everyone Loves Sex uncovers what psychology and sociology reveal-and the results may surprise you! Sexual faithfulness is about committing to one's future spouse-in spite of what one's sexual life has looked like in the past. The future can be different! It is about making the change and honoring the one you love (or will love). Rather than casting judgment or condemnation, this book casts a vision for what your life could be, inspiring you to not only embrace positive change, but make a difference in the lives of others! 1. AUDIENCE: Millennials, 17 to 25 years old 2. EXPERIENCED AUTHOR: With over nineteen years of experience working with students, Bryan has a wide social media audience and is a sought-after speaker on the issue of sexual faithfulness. 3. UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE: This book not only presents why it make sense to wait for marriage from a psychological and sociological perspective, but also casts a positive vision of what the reader's life can be.