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Open Hands, Willing Heart

Author : Vivian Mabuni

Publisher : WaterBrook

Page : 226 pages

File Size : 43,3 MB

Release : 2019-07-09

Category : Religion

ISBN : 073529173X

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Discover how yielding ourselves wholly to God, especially in the midst of challenging circumstances, lends new purpose to our lives. “Vivian Mabuni is a kind and trustworthy guide through one of adulthood’s secrets: life doesn’t go like you thought it would.”—Jen Hatmaker, New York Times best-selling author of For the Love and Of Mess and Moxie As women after God’s heart, we honestly desire to please God. We want to be used by Him and to experience the peace and fulfillment He wants for us. Yet it’s all too easy to fall into living mechanically, with a rule-based approach to the Christian life, or to focus on getting what we want when we want it. Even when we want to be willing, saying yes to whatever God asks often feels scary, and the distractions of this world get in the way. Vivian Mabuni knows this all too well, but she’s discovered that open-handed living starts with an intentional posture of the heart. Through surrender to His will, we draw closer to God in a way that makes our day-to-day lives more purposeful, powerful, and pleasing to Him. With Vivian’s warm encouragement in Open Hands, Willing Heart, you’ll learn how to step out in courageous trust as you invite God to give and take—and move and work—in your life as He sees fit. Along the way you’ll discover true joy and serenity that will carry you through every circumstance.



The Best Yes

Author : Lysa TerKeurst

Publisher : Thomas Nelson

Page : 273 pages

File Size : 19,37 MB

Release : 2014-08-19

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1400205867

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Are you tired of living with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule and aching with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? Do you find yourself unable to say no even when you should? Are you stuck under the weight of endless demands and responsibilities? The good news is: it doesn't have to be this way. In The Best Yes, New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst guides you through the insightful lessons she's learned about what it means to live out the purpose that God has in store for you. Lysa demonstrates the incredible power of two words--yes and no--and the way that these simple, daily decisions can shape the story of our lives. Lysa has learned firsthand that there's a big difference between saying yes to everyone and saying yes to God. Drawing from applicable scriptures and her own personal experiences, Lysa teaches us that if we know and believe that God has a plan for each of us, we'll live it out--serving as living proof of His never-ending grace and kindness. Throughout The Best Yes, Lysa will give you the practical tools you need to: Stop people-pleasing by embracing a biblical understanding of love Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no Overcome the agony of hard choices by grounding your decisions in wisdom Grow closer to God as you sharpen your own discernment Learn to be intentional with your time, your choices, and yourself Incorporate the Best Yes as a filter for your daily decision making If we take time to slow down and rise above the rush of the world's endless demands, we can rest assured that God's wisdom will help us make decisions that will still be good tomorrow. No matter what season of life you find yourself in, you deserve the chance to make decisions that bring out the best you.



Stop Asking Jesus Into Your Heart

Author : J.D. Greear

Publisher : B&H Publishing Group

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 24,74 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1433679183

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“If there were a Guinness Book of World Records entry for ‘amount of times having prayed the sinner’s prayer,’ I’m pretty sure I’d be a top contender,” says pastor and author J. D. Greear. He struggled for many years to gain an assurance of salvation and eventually learned he was not alone. “Lack of assurance” is epidemic among evangelical Christians. In Stop Asking Jesus Into Your Heart, J. D. shows that faulty ways of present- ing the gospel are a leading source of the confusion. Our presentations may not be heretical, but they are sometimes misleading. The idea of “asking Jesus into your heart” or “giving your life to Jesus” often gives false assurance to those who are not saved—and keeps those who genuinely are saved from fully embracing that reality. Greear unpacks the doctrine of assurance, showing that salvation is a posture we take to the promise of God in Christ, a posture that begins at a certain point and is maintained for the rest of our lives. He also answers the tough questions about assurance: What exactly is faith? What is repentance? Why are there so many warnings that seem to imply we can lose our salvation? Such issues are handled with respect to the theological rigors they require, but Greear never loses his pastoral sensitivity or a communication technique that makes this message teachable to a wide audience from teens to adults.





Becoming Heart Sisters - Women's Bible Study Leader Guide

Author : Natalie Chambers Snapp

Publisher : Abingdon Press

Page : 106 pages

File Size : 14,94 MB

Release : 2017-02-21

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1501821237

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Friendships with other women are as important to our mental, physical, and spiritual health as rest, exercise, and prayer. We don’t just want friends—we need friends. God created us for relationship. Yet despite being more connected than ever before, we struggle to feel connected. From the false intimacy of social media to busyness and relational conflict, there are many challenges to developing authentic relationships. If you’ve ever been hurt by a friend, struggled to balance friendship with everyday life, seen a friendship end too early, or longed for deeper and more authentic friendships, this Bible study is for you. As Natalie leads you in a deep exploration of timeless truths in the Old and New Testaments, you will learn how to develop and nurture the kind of enriching and satisfying friendships that build up the body of Christ and bring honor to God. Personal testimonies and stories of successes and failures add a level of authenticity that is refreshing and insightful. As you learn to cultivate God-honoring relationships, you will become more like Christ and demonstrate His love to a broken world. Study participants will find deep study of Scripture's principles for God-honoring friendships; help for navigating conflict, setting boundaries, and learning to forgive; in-depth study of Scripture with testimonies and stories that "ring true," the do's and don'ts of authentic friendships; and Bible-based guidance for building stronger and deeper relationships. The Leader Guide contains six session plan outlines, complete with discussion points and questions, activities, prayers, and more—plus leader helps for facilitating a group. Other components for the Bible study, available separately, include a Participant Workbook, DVD with six 16-20 minute sessions, and boxed Leader Kit. “Becoming Heart Sisters is a beautiful reminder of how powerful walking hand in hand with a loyal friend can be. After completing this study, you will be better equipped to be this kind of God-honoring friend. Thank you, Natalie, for the charge to sacrificially love and serve our friends.” —Lysa Terkeurst, New York Times best-selling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries



The Code of Federal Regulations of the United States of America

Author :

Publisher :

Page : 984 pages

File Size : 32,82 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Administrative law

ISBN :

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The Code of Federal Regulations is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government.



I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die

Author : Sarah J. Robinson

Publisher : WaterBrook

Page : 257 pages

File Size : 35,53 MB

Release : 2021-05-11

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0593193539

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A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.



First Yes, Then I Do

Author : Adam Solomine

Publisher : InFinancer

Page : 278 pages

File Size : 27,16 MB

Release : 2023-03-23

Category : Reference

ISBN :

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First Yes, Then I Do: A Wedding Planner & Memoir, takes every area of your wedding and provides you with worksheets, what to ask vendors, things you haven't thought about, tips & tricks as well as insider secrets. You'll also find planning sheets to fill out, a to-do list that you can fill out as well as a place to write notes while speaking to potential vendors. Most importantly, this book will help you write the very first chapter of your own story of marriage. We encourage you to not only take notes everywhere in the book and in the "My Thoughts'' memoir section, but use it as a journal to write your experiences, thoughts and emotions down. This book was created for you so that it can be saved, cherished and even passed down as a testament to the beginning of your legacy as a married couple. Planning your wedding is meant to be an experience and this is exactly why this layout is in book form and not a clunky 3-ring binder. Lucy & Adam Solomine have a combined 3 decades of experience in the engagement, wedding, jewelry and beauty industry and have spent countless hours with thousands of couples and hundreds of vendors to put together a book that celebrates your relationship and helps you with priceless personal and insider information that will lead to less stress while planning this special moment in your life. We want you to be placed in a position, in terms of knowledge and preparation, to where you can maximize whatever budget you have, focus on what is most important to you and create an amazing wedding. Oh, and we like to have fun along the way so hopefully you'll get some laughs out of this wedding planner & memoir too! The Chapters You Will Find In The Book: Introduction First Things First Guests Budget Wedding Rings & Jewelry To-Dos & Schedule From 12 Months Out Wedding Planner Venue Engagement Party Hotels For Guests Caterer Stationery Bridal Shower Photographer Videographer Honeymoon Dresses Tuxedos Attire Makeup Hair Lashes Beauty Florist Entertainment Cake Seating Chart Bachelorette Party Bachelor Party Gifts Other Things You Might Not Have Thought About Music Coordination Detailed Wedding Day Timeline Destination Wedding Conclusion About The Authors Within Each Chapter You Will Find These Sections: What To Ask Yourselves/Vendors Things You Haven't Thought About Tips & Tricks Insider Secrets To-Do List "My Thoughts" Memoir Sections Vendor/Chapter Specific Worksheets



Love Life Again

Author : Tracie Miles

Publisher : David C Cook

Page : 184 pages

File Size : 29,9 MB

Release : 2018-08-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0781414458

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In Love Life Again, Tracie reminds readers they each get only one life to live and inspires them not to take it for granted. Through compelling personal stories and powerful insights from Scripture, she helps women identify the stumbling blocks to their joy and offers tools and insights to take back control of their happiness. Every chapter ends with a practical call to action to motivate readers to begin loving their lives again. She also offers reflection questions, prayers, and creative ideas to help readers smile. Love Life Again helps readers learn how to live the abundant lives Jesus died for them to have, despite the circumstances they may face.