Little fights with your husband and kids. Unhappiness when things don’t match your version of perfect. Tension, anger, fear, anxiety–it all begins with a heart that craves control. When your perspective of how life should go replaces God’s, you doom your quest for security, peace, and joy before it even starts. Thankfully, there is a better way. Join Shannon as she shares what she has discovered about her own control struggles and about God from studying seven Control Girls in the Bible. Whether it was Eve’s desire to know instead of trust, Sarah’s inability...
Posted by Shannon Popkin on 04/05/2017
Are you ready for a challenge? Lord, Change the Pharisee in Me challenges you to reevaluate your heart. What is the driving force behind your actions and the motive behind your agendas? Is it compulsion to act for the Father or for your gain? As Christians, we embrace the heart of Jesus and must emulate it to those around us. To do this, we must die to self and embrace God’s righteousness, love and humility. At times in our combative and seductive society, our walk would be easier if we just blended in but this is not our call! We are to be carriers of His Presence to those around us. You...
Posted by Melissa Pearce on 09/28/2016
Not much time to read books? Not much money to buy them? But lots of burdens that need answers? Then Hola, Happiness is for you. Best-selling author, Janet Perez Eckles presents a brief study of God’s Word to nudge you to the next level of triumph and joy. Hola, Happiness: Finding Joy by Dancing to the Melody of God’s Word is packed with soul-searching questions, deep reflections, brief videos and answers from God’s Word. No matter what you face–disappointment, fear, heartache, shame, insecurity, sorrow–you will say “Hola” to happiness, to the peace and the joy God created...
Posted by Janet Eckles on 08/11/2016
“Yet I am so thankful to God, who always marches us to victory under the banner of the Anointed One; and through us He spreads the beautiful fragrance of His knowledge to every corner of the earth.” -II Corinthians 2:14 Our ability to communicate via the World Wide Web has now made it possible to reach every corner of the earth, just as this Scripture reads. With that in mind, I use this verse to ask myself a very important question – is my next Facebook status update going to spread Christ’s beautiful fragrance? If you are leading a ministry group, it is important to...
Posted by Lori Hartin on 05/24/2016
Over 157,000 People have finished this free plan on the YouVersion Bible app. We don’t like to wait. From standing in line at the grocery store to anticipating God to move in our situation, each of us is familiar with the dreaded experience. The question then is not, “Are we going to wait,” but rather, “HOW are we going to wait?” Discover today how to avoid emotional fits of impatience and doubt, and develop a biblical strategy for waiting well. ...
Posted by Cheri Strange on 01/06/2016
This book gives help for daily divine deliverance. Please ponder a few questions for a moment. Are you happy in this season of your life? Are you burnt out and left with no hope of anything ever changing for you? Are you able to enjoy what you have presently? Does your past keep you from taking a positive step toward your future? Do you feel overwhelmed by the challenges confronting you in this season of your life?The tsunami, hurricane Katrina, California mud slides, and snow in Hawaii are recent reminders that there are times and seasons over which we have little or no control. The same is...
Posted by Paula Harris on 12/31/2015
Unlock the essence of your true identity through the timeless truths of God's Word. While others may attempt to label or define you, it is God who holds the ultimate authority over your being. Dive deep into the profound question: Who did the Creator design you to be? Your past, the words spoken over you, and the events that have shaped your life do not dictate your identity. You are meticulously crafted in the divine image, fashioned by the hands of the Almighty for His glory and purpose. Within you lies the complete blueprint for fulfilling your destined role in His grand design. Embrace...
Posted by Evelyn Johnson Taylor on 12/29/2015
Sometimes life is just hard; hard to breathe, hard to laugh, hard to cry and hard to live. No matter what we go through the ultimate element of our survival is trusting in God. Yet, even when we know to trust in Him, do we really do it? Lynnette Appling teaches a gripping, candid and intriguinging message concerning The Heart Of A Woman. She unveils a series of personal insights that exposes the human realities of her Christian walk. By becoming transparent, she allows women to share her expereinces and learn about the integrity and character of God's heart. She answers questions so many...
Posted by Lynnette Appling, MSHRM, PHR on 12/28/2015
Longing for a deeper knowledge of Christ? "Devoted" will move you beyond the basics of your faith and will stir your passion to know Christ in a greater way. You will grow in your devotion to Him as you explore questions such as these: *What is God's commitment to me? *How can I have a healthy and satisfying sense of identity? *Can God redeem my pain? *How is the Old Testament Tabernacle relevant to me? *How can I get closer to God? *Is God an egomaniac? How can I love His glory? As you press in, you will find that there is nothing better than knowing Christ more! Available in paperback...
Posted by Tami Myer on 11/03/2015
Maybe you're unsure why praying for your husband is so important. Maybe you're not even sure what things to pray for. Maybe you need help getting started. Lord Help Me! can help, because it answers those questions, plus much more! It also includes: ~ my husband sharing his experience of having a prayerful wife ~ I share my personal journey to become a wife that prays ~ a prayer - just for you - to prepare your heart ~ 32 sample prayers on 32 different topics ~ scripture references for each prayer ~ my personal thoughts, experiences, and challenges in each section ~ reflection questions...
Posted by Carey Scott on 11/01/2015
When a water vessel is filled with dirt and stones, it cannot be used to quench a thirst. But, when this vessel is emptied, there is an opportunity to fill it until it overflows with fresh, cool, life-giving water. Water that quenches. Refreshes. Soothes. Our souls are the same: filled with fear, doubt, and disappointment. Running over with unanswered prayers and lingering questions. When we empty the mess of our lives in the presence of God, we're offered an invitation to come. An invitation that allows us to come empty - so that we can be filled until we overflow. Come Empty - Pour Out Life's...
Posted by Saundra Dalton-Smith on 10/28/2015
The latest in the bestselling Hugs series features inspiring Bible verses paired with heartwarming stories written by ordinary women who have stepped out in faith and experienced God’s faithfulness to them. Hugs Bible Reflections for Women is a moving collection of stories told by women who are not afraid to bare their souls and share their hard-earned life wisdom. Full of inspirational quotes, scripture, insightful tips, and biblical principles, this heartwarming book will strengthen the faith of those special women in your life. Building on its own bestselling success, the Hugs series...
Posted by Mindy Ferguson on 10/28/2015
