It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered
It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered
New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst unveils her heart amid shattering circumstances and shows readers how to live assured when life doesn't turn out like they expected.What do you do when God’s timing seems questionable, His lack of intervention hurtful, and His promises doubtful?Life often looks so very different than we hoped or expected. Some events may simply catch us off guard for a moment, but others shatter us completely. We feel disappointed and disillusioned, and we quietly start to wonder about the reality of God’s goodness.Lysa TerKeurst understands this deeply. But she's also discovered that our disappointments can be the divine appointments our souls need to radically encounter God. In It's Not Supposed to Be This Way, Lysa invites us into her own journey of faith and, with grit, vulnerability, and honest humor, helps us to:Stop being pulled into the anxiety of disappointment by discovering how to better process unmet expectations and other painful situations.Train ourselves to recognize the three strategies of the enemy so we can stand strong and persevere through unsettling relationships and uncertain outcomes.Discover the secret of being steadfast and not panicking when God actually does give us more than we can handle.Shift our suspicion that God is cruel or unfair to the biblical assurance that God is protecting and preparing us.Know how to encourage a friend and help her navigate hard realities with real help from God's truth.
- ASIN: 0718039858
- ISBN: 0718039858
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson
Uninvited: Living Loved When You Feel Less Than, Left Out, and Lonely
Uninvited: Living Loved When You Feel Less Than, Left Out, and Lonely
The enemy wants us to feel rejected . . . left out, lonely, and less than. When we allow him to speak lies through our rejection, he pickpockets our purpose. Cripples our courage. Dismantles our dreams. And blinds us to the beauty of Christ’s powerful love.In Uninvited, Lysa shares her own deeply personal experiences with rejection—from the incredibly painful childhood abandonment by her father to the perceived judgment of the perfectly toned woman one elliptical over. With biblical depth, gut-honest vulnerability, and refreshing wit, Lysa helps readers:Release the desire to fall apart or control the actions of others by embracing God-honoring ways to process their hurt.Know exactly what to pray for the next ten days to steady their soul and restore their confidence.Overcome the two core fears that feed our insecurities by understanding the secret of belonging.Stop feeling left out and start believing that "set apart" does not mean "set aside."End the cycle of perceived rejection by refusing to turn a small incident into a full blown issue.
- ASIN: B01864DVG6
- Brand: Thomas Nelson
- Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson
The Best Yes
The Best Yes
Do you find yourself spending a lot of time figuring out when to say yes and when to say no, thinking about how to manage your time, reduce stress, do your best for your family, find a little time for yourself? Lysa TerKeurst found herself in that same situation until she learned the power of “the best yes”, the choice that shapes all of our other choices. In this six-session study (guide sold separately), Lysa uses her signature mix of transparency, Scripture-laced insight, and "been there" humor to suggest usable strategies for making wise decisions day by day.Lysa will help you and your group:Cure the disease to please with a biblical understanding of the command to love.Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no. Overcome the agony of hard choices by embracing a wisdom based decision-making process. Rise above the rush of endless demands and discover your best yes today.Sessions include:Set Your Heart to Wisdom (15:00)Establish a Pattern of Wisdom (18:00)Practice Wisdom (17:00)Predetermine Your Best Yes (13:00)Avoid the Traps of People Pleasing (16:00)Build a Best Yes Legacy (13:00)Designed for use with The Best Yes Study Guide 97801400205967 (sold separately).
- UPC: 023755060563
- ASIN: 1400205948
- ISBN: 1400205948
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson Inc
The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness
The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness
New York Times bestseller! More than Five million copies sold!You CAN take control of your money. Build up your money muscles with America’s favorite finance coach.Okay, folks, do you want to turn those fat and flabby expenses into a well-toned budget? Do you want to transform your sad and skinny little bank account into a bulked-up cash machine? Then get with the program, people. There’s one sure way to whip your finances into shape, and that’s with The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition.By now, you’ve heard all the nutty get-rich-quick schemes, the fiscal diet fads that leave you with a lot of kooky ideas but not a penny in your pocket. Hey, if you’re tired of the lies and sick of the false promises, take a look at this—it’s the simplest, most straightforward game plan for completely making over your money habits. And it’s based on results, not pie-in-the-sky fantasies. With The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition, you’ll be able to: Design a sure-fire plan for paying off all debt—meaning cars, houses, everythingRecognize the 10 most dangerous money myths (these will kill you)Secure a big, fat nest egg for emergencies and retirement!Includes new, expanded “Dave Rants” sidebars tackle marriage conflict, college debt, and more. All-new forms and back-of-the-book resources to make Total Money Makeover a reality.Dive deeper into Dave's game plan with The Total Money Makeover Workbook: Classic Edition. The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition is also available in Spanish, transformación total de su dinero.
- UPC: 884565398723
- ASIN: 1595555277
- ISBN: 9781595555274
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson
Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are so You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be
Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are so You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERDo you ever suspect that everyone else has life figured out and you don’t have a clue? If so, Rachel Hollis has something to tell you: that’s a lie.As the founder of the lifestyle website TheChicSite.com and CEO of her own media company, Rachel Hollis developed an immense online community by sharing tips for better living while fearlessly revealing the messiness of her own life. Now, in this challenging and inspiring new book, Rachel exposes the twenty lies and misconceptions that too often hold us back from living joyfully and productively, lies we’ve told ourselves so often we don’t even hear them anymore.With painful honesty and fearless humor, Rachel unpacks and examines the falsehoods that once left her feeling overwhelmed and unworthy, and reveals the specific practical strategies that helped her move past them. In the process, she encourages, entertains, and even kicks a little butt, all to convince you to do whatever it takes to get real and become the joyous, confident woman you were meant to be.With unflinching faith and rock-hard tenacity, Girl, Wash Your Face shows you how to live with passion and hustle--and how to give yourself grace without giving up.
- ASIN: 1400201659
- ISBN: 9781400201655
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson
Wipe-Clean Learning (Carry-Me Easel Book)
Wipe-Clean Learning (Carry-Me Easel Book)
Innovative new Carry-Me easel book encourages learning of first concepts and simple words.The Wipe-Clean Carry-Me Learning Easel book forms part of an innovative new early-learning book series focusing on first concepts. The easel is simple to put up and provides children with chunky wipe-clean pages on which to practice and trace letters of the alphabet, simple words, and numbers. Dotted rules give clear guides to encourage children to practice their handwriting. Bright and lively design, along with beautiful photography will also engage and stimulate children while they learn about the letters of the alphabet, numbers and counting, phonics, shapes, sizes, the days of the week, seasons, time, opposites and colors. A wipe-clean pen and a carry-me handle are attached to the wiro at the top of the book. The sturdy handle will allow children to carry the easel with them wherever they go!
- ASIN: 1848795017
- ISBN: 1848795017
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Make Believe Ideas
Creative Bible Lessons in Essential Theology: 12 Lessons to Help Your Students Know What They Believe
Creative Bible Lessons in Essential Theology: 12 Lessons to Help Your Students Know What They Believe
As a youth worker you have certainly spent much of your time addressing the current issues facing teens, but have you stopped to think about what may be behind students’ behavior? Many of the not-so-wise choices students make are the result of a confused worldview that comes from uncertainty about who God is. It’s easy for students to dismiss the truth when they learn from the world that all truth is relative. Creative Bible Lessons: Essential Theology uses a conversational approach to give students a theological foundation to better understand God and his purpose for how to live their lives. Throughout the twelve sessions of this study students will— • learn how creation provides evidence of God’s existence. • look at how God has chosen to reveal himself through his Word. • learn to live lives that reflect God’s love for them. • understand their need for God’s direction. • commit to following God’s will as they make life decisions. • discover how God’s invitation to enter his kingdom affects the direction of their lives. • examine where they are with God on a personal level. Following in the tradition of the bestselling Creative Bible Lessons series, you’ll find audio, visual, and hands-on activities to engage your students in the pursuit of theology. And because every student learns differently, each lesson includes options to help you reach your particular group of students, whether they learn best from imaginative, analytic, common sense, or dynamic teaching styles. With all these tools at your disposal you are guaranteed to get your students fired-up for seeking God and his plan for them.
- UPC: 025986283261
- ASIN: 0310283264
- ISBN: 0310283264
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Zondervan
Thrive: Dare to Live Like Jesus (Higher Series)
Thrive: Dare to Live Like Jesus (Higher Series)
"Sadly, studies show that there are few differences in the attitudes and actions between people who claim to be Christians and those who don’t choose that label. But everything we read in the Bible says we should be transformed; we should be different than the rest of the world. What would it look like if you lived the life God desires for you? How would your life be different if you abandoned your typical routine and refused to settle for anything less than the best God has in store for you? In Thrive, you’ll find 20 life-impacting studies that will draw you into the Bible and help you understand who you are and who God wants to help you become. You’ll discover what the Bible says about how God made you, what kind of life he has planned for you, and how you can survive the tough times of your life. Even if you struggle to keep your faith alive at times, God wants to help you thrive. The reality is, God loves us just the way we are—but he also loves us too much to leave us that way."
- UPC: 025986282653
- ASIN: 0310282659
- ISBN: 0310282659
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Zondervan
Jesus Calling - Deluxe Edition Pink Cover: Enjoying Peace in His Presence (Jesus Calling®)
Jesus Calling - Deluxe Edition Pink Cover: Enjoying Peace in His Presence (Jesus Calling®)
- ASIN: B009TA4C42
- Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson
Aviator Leather-Look Brown Extra Large Book and Bible Cover
Aviator Leather-Look Brown Extra Large Book and Bible Cover
Classic design in a popular weathered look. *Stitching color contrasts with the leather-look™ material *Exterior slip-in pocket *Front stitched-on patch with stamped cross *Carrying handle with antique brass-look hardware *Interior pen and pencil holders. Bible Cover can fit most standard size books and Bibles up to size 6 7/8 x 9 5/8.
- UPC: 025986823702
- ASIN: 0310823706
- ISBN: 025986823702
- Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
- Manufacturer: Zondervan