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When You Need a Miracle: Daily Readings
by Ann SpanglerYear after year, Ann Spangler has provided readers with uniquely appealing devotional books. When You Need a Miracle continues the tradition by selecting the best stories from her first two books, An Angel a Day and A Miracle a Day, to offer readers a picture of a God who is far bigger and better than most people think. By combining stories from the Bible with stories of contemporary men and women who have experienced miracles or angels, Ann helps readers recognize the hand of a loving, all-powerful God at work in this world of anxiety and uncertainty. Anyone who has longed for a miracle will take heart from the remarkable stories in this book. They remind us that, even in the midst of trouble and trial, one thing remains true: We belong to a God who is eager and able to care for us through his wisdom, kindness, and unfailing mercy. Each of these ninety devotions opens with a key Scripture and closes with a prayer.
When You Pray
by Rueben P. JobPrayer is one of the most important areas of a Christian's life. In When You Pray, Bishop Rueben P. Job explores the daily practices of living a prayerful life with this thoughtful devotional. When You Pray is an excellent tool to use in daily prayer time and, while linked to the Revised Common Lectionary, non-lectionary users will feel comfortable reading this as well. This stand-alone devotional can also be used for churches participating in Becoming A Praying Congregation as the leader, team members, congregation, small groups, families and individuals will be encouraged to use this resource in their prayer time.
When You Pray As a Family
by Rueben P. Job Leanne HadleyIn today's world, families lead busy lives, with barely a minute to spare for one another. In all the juggling of schedules, one thing should remain constant - praying together. Based on the prayer guide When You Pray by Rueben P. Job, this weekly devotional guide is designed to bring your family together as you explore Scripture, share and listen to each other, and pray. Each week, you and your children will begin to develop a practice of prayer that will lead to a lifelong journey with God.
When You Pray As a Small Group
by Rueben P. JobLeading a small group on prayer can be daunting. After all, it's not easy to be an expert on the subject. When You Pray as a Small Groupis a resource that will help leaders guide their groups through developing a deeper prayer life. Used in conjunction with Rueben P. Job's When You Pray, leaders are provided with prayer activity ideas, example sessions, and five session templates for groups with different needs and interests: Discussion-based groups Activity-based groups Introspective groups Arts-focused groups Habit Breaker groups Through this study, not only will your group be encouraged as a whole, each individual's prayer life will be enriched and strengthened.
When You Pray Revised Edition: Daily Practices for Prayerful Living (When You Pray)
by Rueben P. Job Pamela C. HawkinsPrayer is one of the most important areas of a Christian's life. Written in 2010 by spiritual formation leader, Bishop Rueben P. Job, When You Pray has reached over 20,000 readers since its publication. T his daily prayer guide offers a full year of readings and scripture and is an excellent tool to use in daily prayer time. Each four-page weekly segment includes daily office of scripture, prayer, offering of self and blessing plus a brief essay from the author and collection of quotes from well-known voices in spiritual formation. The new edition will include the same weekly scripture suggestions and essays with refreshed quotes and additional material and prayers. In addition, readers will find helps in the back of the book offer ways to explore prayer as a group or as a family.
When You Ride Alone, You Ride with Bin Laden: What the Government Should Be Telling Us to Help Fight the War on Terrorism
by Bill MaherPolitical provocateur Bill Maher tells it like it is in a useful and hilarious guide for the many Americans who want to do more here at home to help the war effort, but are at a loss as to what. Thirty-three dynamic posters and several classics from our government's archive— accompanied by text from one of our leading pundits and cutting-edge comedians— make this the perfect book for this time in our nation's history, the zeitgeist of post-9/11 America. This is the book that will help Americans make the connections between what we do and how it can help our troops and ourselves.
"When You Were Gentiles"
by Cavan W ConcannonCavan W. Concannon makes a significant contribution to Pauline studies by imagining the responses of the Corinthians to Paul's letters. Based on surviving written materials and archaeological research, this book offers a textured portrait of the ancient Corinthians with whom Paul conversed, argued, debated, and partnered, focusing on issues of ethnicity, civic identity, politics, and empire. In doing so, the author provides readers a unique opportunity to assess anew, and imagine possibilities beyond, Paul's complicated legacy in shaping Western notions of race, ethnicity, and religion.
When Your Baby Dies Through Miscarriage or Stillbirth
by Louis A. Gamino Ann Taylor CooneyAdjusting to the loss of a baby through miscarriage or stillbirth
When Your Bad Meets His Good: Find Purpose in Your Pain
by Real Talk (Kimberly Jones-Pothier)Don&’t allow a season to become your life sentence Imagine a life in which we literally believe God and take Him at His Word, one in which we let the trials and tribulations that hit us roll off our backs. We look at those trials as a &“life college&” and learn everything we can through them. We get better, not bitter. When relationships fail, instead of looking at them as our personal failures, we believe rejection is God&’s protection and that He wanted the people out of our lives. The points in this book are all about perception shifts—learning how to take the bad and shift it for our good. Everything happens for a reason, so instead of getting mad at God for not healing our marriages, giving us favor with a promotion, or saving us from bankruptcy, let&’s look at everything we experience as a means of advancement in our lives.
When Your Children Hurt
by Charles F. StanleyThere are no easy answers to life's problems. This is especially true when a loved one is hurting. In When Your Children Hurt, Dr. Charles Stanley addresses many of the issues families face when a child is fighting a long-term illness, the effects of abuse, or other issues such as drugs or immorality. It's during those times when feelings of hopelessness can quickly become despair. Dr. Stanley reminds us, "God has an answer for our deepest need, but we must seek His help." How do you deal with the heartache of watching your child face painful situations? There is only one way: through faith in Jesus Christ. You can spend a lifetime trying to fix a situation that only He can mend. Or you can trust Him and watch Him work mightily to bring hope to your most hopeless situation.
When Your Grandparent Dies
by R. W. Alley Victoria RyanLosing a grandparent is often a child's first experience with grief. The ordeal can be as bewildering as it is painful. Explaining what happens from a child's-eye view, the little elves in this book depict the difficult days before, after, and beyond a grandparent's death. They explore the meaning of death and heaven, as well as how to stay close in spirit with a grandparent who has died. With ideas for action and questions for discussion, this creative guide will help you help your grieving child to create comforting memories and find closure.
When Your Husband Is Addicted to Pornography: Healing Your Wounded Heart
by Vicki TiedeAfter the Shock Moving from Despair to Healing and HopeWhen your husband's addiction to pornography leaves you shattered, betrayed, and alone, where do you turn? Who do you turn to? Vicki Tiede, writing from personal experience, gently guides women toward God and away from despair. Through daily readings and questions on six important topics: hope, surrender, trust, identity, brokenness, and forgiveness, you will grow in healing and hope.Allowing God to meet your greatest needs is a long and learned process, but he promises to help you every step of the way. Questions and daily readings are suitable for both individuals and small groups.
When Your Life Has Been Tampered With: Moving Beyond your Broken Dreams and Lost Purpose to Victory
by Brenda KunnemanStep forward from your broken dreams and have victory! It doesn’t matter how much the devil has tampered with your past, there are practical and spiritual principles that will help you find God’s blueprint for your life and walk it out powerfully! A clear vision of what God wants you to do and His approval is all you need to rebuild every part of your life whether you are recovering from failure or living in spiritual power and victory.
When Your Parent Becomes Your Child: A Journey of Faith Through My Mother's Dementia
by Ken AbrahamAt first, Ken Abraham wrote off his mother's changes in behavior as quirks that just come with old age. There was memory loss, physical decline, hygiene issues, paranoia, and uncharacteristic attitudes. He soon realized that dementia had changed her life--and his familiy's--forever."How is it possible to lose a loved one while he or she is still living, still sitting right in front of you, talking with you, smiling at you--and yet the person you have known and loved for years is somehow gone?"According to the Alzheimer's Association, an estimated 5.4 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimer's disease. That's one in eight older Americans. More than likely, that figure includes someone you know and love.As he chronicles his own mother's degenerative condition, New York Times best-selling writer Ken Abraham educates while offering inspiration to help readers cope with and manage their family circumstances. With humor and spiritual reminders of God's command to honor our parents, Abraham encourages readers through often-difficult responsibilities. And though in most cases patients will not recover this side of heaven, he suggests many practical things that families can do to make the experience safer, kinder, and more endurable for everyone involved.When Your parent Becomes Your Child tells the story of one family's journey through dementia while offering hope to family members and friends, that they might better understand the effects of the disease. Dont let this catch you by surprise--be informed before you face the challenges and difficulties of a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia. This book can help.
When Your Parent Dies
by R. W. Alley Daniel Fitzpatrick G.Adult children are expected to be "mature enough" to handle a parent's death. No matter your age, however, you never stop being your parent's child. And "the child within you" grieves their passing deeply. The 38 entries and illustrations in this book will remind you there is much to hold on to at this time of loss. The love you have for them remains and will endure forever.
When Your Pet Dies
by R. W. Alley Victoria RyanA child will never forget a beloved pet, or the day it died. And the sadness that follows is true grief. This little elfin guide to good grief validates your child's sadness--the necessary first step for healing. It acknowledges feelings that are new, confusing, and frightening. And it offers creative ideas for easing the sting of grief and memorializing a lost pet. A touching tribute to the love between a child and pet . . . and a compassionate guide to handling this loss with gentleness and sensitivity.
When Your Rope Breaks
by Stephen W. BrownThis is a Spirit filled look at that most universal of problems what to do when tough things happen to you and those you love.
When Your Rope Breaks
by Joni Eareckson Tada Ruth Graham Jerry L. SittserHow can I go on? How much more can I take? Does God even care? If He does care, how could He allow this to happen to me? Whether it’s divorce, injury, death, financial hardship, or just plain loneliness, we all experience difficult times in our lives. In these 96 pages, bestselling authors Ruth Graham, Joni Eareckson Tada and Jerry Sittser share their own journey through life’s most difficult situations. Filled with honesty and forthrightness, this book is designed to reach those who are at the end of their rope and not sure where to turn. Content is excerpted from four bestselling titles: In Every Pew Sits a Broken Heart by Ruth Graham; A Grace Disguised by Jerry Sittser; A Step Further and When God Weeps by Joni Eareckson Tada.
When Your Way Isn't Working: Finding Purpose and Contentment through Deep Connection with Jesus
by Kyle IdlemanWhen you are worn-out, when you feel discouraged, when you think you don't have what it takes, what is the one thing that Jesus wants you to never forget? When Your Way Isn't Working equips you to discover authentic connection to God and others so you are free to live the life you long for.In some of his final words to his closest friends, Jesus didn't suggest a five-year plan for success or a checklist of things to do. Instead, he offered a metaphor about what the good life really looks like: I am the vine. You are the branches. Abide in me. In other words, No matter what happens next, the most important thing is to stay connected to me.In When Your Way Isn't Working, pastor and bestselling author Kyle Idleman offers a unique exploration of John 15 for all of us who are going through the motions and feel frustrated. Idleman reminds us that it's connection, not production, that leads to a fruitful life--relationships, not circumstances, that bring joy. He offers his distinctive, biblical perspective on how to:Find greater rest, depth, and connection in your lifeEmbrace freedom from the pressures of performance and productionRecognize what you can't do makes room for what God can doStep out of isolation even when it feels scaryDiscover the top distractions that keep you from connecting to God--and how to counter them In the end, the fruit of your life won't have to do with what you accomplished but with whom you stayed connected. Because no matter what happens next in this uncertain world, what matters most, lasts the longest, and brings the greatest joy is staying connected to the God who never leaves you.
When Your Way Isn't Working Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: Finding Purpose and Contentment through Deep Connection with Jesus
by Kyle IdlemanDISCOVER HOW TO LIVE THE LIFE YOU LONG FORMaybe you&’ve found recently that you are getting more irritable with people. Or you&’re feeling more overwhelmed and defeated by the challenges that life is throwing your way. Or you&’re spending more time scanning social media than you are connecting with God in prayer. Even doing things your way isn&’t working out the way you think it should.If you&’re feeling discouraged, frustrated, and worn out, it&’s a good indication that something in your life is out of sync. Fortunately, there is a solution to this problem found in Scripture. In John 15:5, Jesus tells his followers, &“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can&’t do anything.&” Instead of going it alone in this life, we are to stay connected to him.In this video Bible study, pastor Kyle Idleman reveals how we can actually do that by:Seeking out greater rest, depth, and connection in our livesRecognizing that what we can&’t do makes room for what God can doFinding freedom from the pressures of performance and productionStepping out of loneliness and isolation even when it feels scaryGetting rid of the distractions that keep us disconnected from ChristIn the end, Kyle reveals that the fruit of your life will have nothing to do with your accomplishments and everything to do with your connections. No matter what happens in this world, the greatest joy comes from staying close to the God who stays close to you.This study guide includes:Individual access to five streaming video sessionsA guide to best practices for leading a groupVideo notes and a comprehensive structure for group discussion timePersonal study for deeper reflection between sessionsSessions and video run times:Diagnosing Disconnection (15:00)The Wheel of Emotions (15:00)The Way of Connection (17:30)The Purpose of Pruning (17:00)Grafted and Growing (17:30)This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:The study guide itself—with discussion and reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide.An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don&’t need to buy a DVD!)Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2028. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.
When Your World Falls Apart
by David JeremiahDrawing on his insightful sermon series, renowned pastor/teacher David Jeremiah shares the comfort and hope of the Psalms and how these truths can guide believers through life's greatest challenges. He includes inspiring real-life stories of people who have struggled with terminal illness, the loss of a child, or the imprisonment of a spouse. Jeremiah interweaves his own journal entries, revealing his battle with cancer and how the Psalms helped to sustain him during the fight of his life. When Your World Falls Apart is an invaluable source of help and encouragement for people facing major obstacles in life.
When Your World Makes No Sense: Four Critical Decisions That Can Bring Hope And Direction Into...
by Henry CloudOffers advice to those who feel alone and isolated, and discusses our relationship to God, our independence from others, the conflict between good and evil, and the acceptance of adult responsibilities
When You're a Christian...The Whole World Is From Missouri - with Leaders Guide: Living the Life of Faith in a "Show Me" World
by James W. MooreJames W. Moore says that just as Missouri is the "Show Me" state, this is a "show me" world, where talking a good game is not enough. Essentially, the world says to us, "If you're a Christian, then show me!" Moore contends that we, as Christians, must show the world that our faith is not only a way of believing but also a way of behaving - that it is not just something we celebrate on Sunday, but something we live out in the world every day. In his warm, conversational style Moore explores characteristics that must be visible in our daily lives if we are to be effective witnesses in this "show me" world - forgiveness, dedication, gratitude, love, compassion, a spirit of service, perseverance, strength, faith and vision. Only when these are evident in our lives will the world know that we are Christians.
When You're Feeling Lonely: Finding a Way Out
by Charles DurhamLoneliness It comes to everyone at times. In our fallen world death, mobility, conflict and separation all create fertile soil for loneliness to blossom. We lose a friend or a spouse. We move to a new place or start a new job, and we find we are lonely. It's natural to be lonely. What else can we expect in a world where sin separates us from each other and God? But Charles Durham shows how we can cope with loneliness and overcome it. We can reach out to others and help them reach out to us. We can make intimacy grow where loneliness once flourished. Durham offers hope, comfort and practical help. Charles Durham is pastor of Prairie View Church of the Brethren in Friend, Kansas, and the author of Temptation.
When You're Feeling Spiritually Empty
by R. W. Alley Craig R WagnerOur spiritual lives can become a struggle at times and leave us feeling "empty" or "dry." We then feel that God is distant, although nothing could be further from the truth. This helpful little book points to how God beckons you to deeper faith through spiritual "desolation," teaching you to surrender your self reliance.