No amount of rules, software filters, or accountability talks can bring the healing we need.The war against sexual immorality—which begins in our minds and hearts—cannot be won by trying harder to modify our behavior. This will always leave us feeling defeated and discouraged. But we can win victory by knowing our identity in Christ. We gain c… Read more…
Respected Bible teacher Chuck Swindoll opens God’s Word to help you understand how you can find hope in times of crisis. All of us are in desperate need of strength to endure and hope to carry on. Life is difficult and demanding. It’s often filled with pain, heartaches, setbacks, and detours. Disappointments in others sadden us, scandals among those we r… Read more…
There is joy, strength, and healing available to you in the midst of separation or divorce.Things may look bleak right now. Your world is a mix of shock, anger, hurt, and hopelessness. Many of the people around you don't understand the depth of your pain or the complexity of the challenges you face. You feel rejected, betrayed, and exhausted. You wonder … Read more…
Women of Faith speakers share stories, advice, and laughter in this daily devotional.Daily Gifts of Hope is designed specifically for women. Weekly reflection days contain lyrics to classic hymns and space to write personal thoughts or prayers. Readers will enjoy getting their daily dose of hope each morning or evening as they sit down for some quiet ti… Read more…
Feel better, grow stronger, and draw closer to the FatherCountry doctor and author of the acclaimed memoir Appointments with Heaven Reggie Anderson pens hopeful and encouraging reflections on the healing hand of God—even in the darkest of circumstances. Combining inspiring story and powerful Scripture, Reggie reveals the deep and unending love the Father h… Read more…
Jesus was known for his attention-commanding teachings, but his dying words were extraordinary. Simply uttered, yet profoundly meaningful, they resonate even today with revelations about his spiritual nature, his human character, and his divine mission. Greg Laurie mines each statement for its treasure and presents insightful nuggets that give this compact v… Read more…
Can God be good when life is not? Rediscover faith in the character, power, and presence of God. Even in the questions. Even in the hurt."I want to believe, I want to have hope, but . . ." Pastor and bestselling author Craig Groeschel hears these words often and has asked them himself. We want to know God, feel his presence, and trust that he hears our praye… Read more…
Stepping onto the American Idol stage just weeks after his first wife’s unexpected death, Danny Gokey experienced both the pinnacle of hope and the depth of despair. But his story began long before that. Danny’s dreams began to form when he was a child, only to take a turn he never could have predicted. As life unfolded, he learned that true purpose is f… Read more…
“Again and again, Alister McGrath elegantly performs that central task of any teacher: to enable his students and readers, starting from the familiar ground of what they already know, to go on to explore new territory and begin to see an expanded horizon.â€� Church Times Popular author Al… Read more…
“A much-needed manual for all who attempt to counsel troubled souls battling despair.”—Bob Russell, Retired Senior Pastor, Southeast Christian ChurchEvery single day, someone you know is thinking about committing suicide. It isn’t just one or two—ten million Americans will consider killing themselves in the upcoming year. Dr. Matthew Sleeth believe… Read more…