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MAKING SENSE OF change to navigate Life's transitionsOn April 20, 1999, Billy Epperhart was taking a break to go fishing. That's when he received the call that two students had opened fire at Columbine High School. As the pastor of the nearest church to the school, Billy found himself thrust to the forefront of tragedy, facing broken people asking lots of questions, and enduring a whirlwind of media attention. Life changed quickly and darkly for the Columbine community.The lessons Billy practiced and learned from that tragedy have stuck with him ever since. The principles for navigating change are the same whether you're handling unexpected tragedy or managing a new diet. Change Mastery offers a spiritual and practical guide to becoming master of change in your life. Whether life throws an unexpected difficult change your way or you just want to lose a couple of pounds, this book will help you navigate the waters of choosing and implementing change into your life. By mastering change, you will be able to stand strong no matter what challenges come your way.

¿Embark on an intimate exploration of a family's uncharted odyssey through the tumultuous terrain of cancer, a narrative they never imagined living, yet one they share openly with the world. This is not a script for a glossy "feature presentation film"; it is an unfiltered, real-life saga populated by genuine individuals grappling with the relentless challenges of a cancer journey. With numerous twists, turns, and emotional crescendos akin to a movie plot, No Room to Quit is a testament to the authenticity of the human experience.In baring their souls, they aim to illuminate the often obscured facets of breast cancer, emphasizing the profound emotional toll it extracts. This isn't just a battle; it's a war against an insidious adversary. Jill, their valiant family member, fought with unwavering determination to remain with them, confronting the ugly days and celebrating the brighter ones.Their aspiration is to resonate with those navigating similar paths, providing comfort in shared experiences. They expose the stark realities and formidable emotions that accompany the cancer journey, confronting both the highs and lows head-on. By doing so, they hope to amplify their voice, fostering a deeper understanding of advanced breast cancer and advocating for heightened awareness. For those fortunate enough to be unacquainted with this arduous journey, their story serves as a poignant wake-up call, shedding light on the untold realities of cancer's impact on families and friendships.

What does it mean to live contentedly before God? In The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment, beloved English Puritan pastor Jeremiah Burroughs presents a biblical framework for answering this enduring question. First published in 1648, Burroughs' practical theology of contentment serves up timeless wisdom for Christians wrestling with discontentment, covetousness, anxiety and envy.Structured across nearly a dozen sermons, Burroughs mines Scripture to excavate the true nature of contentment. He demonstrates that it transcends earthly fortunes and material possessions alone. Rather, the "self-sufficiency" furnished by communion with Christ Himself becomes the fountainhead that quenches thirsts no tangible thing can satisfy. Burroughs uncovers domino effects triggered when the soul anchors itself steadfastly in God rather than chasing elusive worldly substitutes.With intricate reasoning influenced by his theological mentor William Ames, Burroughs provides correctives to misunderstandings that hinder contentment. He clarifies that divine contentedness does not breed idleness or excuse wholesome betterment of one's station in life. On the contrary, souls filled with God's presence shine His image most purely. They turn reliance on Christ alone into catalysts empowering diligence, wisdom and stewardship for blessing others despite lingering uncertainties externally.Across centuries, The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment has won sustained appreciation from luminous thought leaders like Richard Baxter, John Owen, Charles Spurgeon and Martyn Lloyd-Jones. By returning adrift souls to first things in the ever-flowing fountain of life, Burroughs kindles embers of early Protestant vigor ready to warm postmodern hearts chilled by more recent winds of doctrine.

Selfdom (noun)1. an expression of poetic thought, a glimpse inside the mind of the poet.2. find healing, peace, and a sense of release.3. the desire to know oneself; the essence of one's being, to be in tune mentally, emotionally, and spiritually with oneself, and one's reason for existing.4. requiring one to face one's past, and the pain associated with it; to uncover there is freedom from the bondage that seeks to hold one captive.Dr. Leah M. Kelley was born in Stamford, Connecticut on Dec 19th, 1969. She is the eldest of seven children. She grew up in Sacramento, California. She is an internationally published poet.Leah received her honorary Doctorate in Divinity on October 18th, 2019. She is also a mother of six: four sons and two daughters. She is a grandmother of eleven beautiful grandchildren. Leah has been writing for forty-four years; her love of poetry grew at a young age.Leah is also a lover of the arts, an actress, and enjoys writing praise and worship songs. She thanks God for the gifts He has bestowed upon her.Published by Blue Forge Press.

In today's society, many believers have become indoctrinated by evil, narcissistic leaders. Believers must be able to identify these impostors.Operation Rescue is a mission totally inspired by The Holy Spirit. It speaks to the fact that within what is supposed to be "the church of God," there are many leaders who are neither chosen nor called to be leaders, yet they have wormed themselves in and are entrusted with leadership positions, to the disadvantage of believers. Servant of the Lord PJ Adair, calls upon sincere and true leaders to remain steadfast, resilient, and unmovable, refusing to be misled or brainwashed by false leaders with hidden agendas. She encourages believers to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God; to be vigilant, always on guard; and to abide in the Word, testing the spirits to see if they are of God.Adair sites examples of unfavorable scenarios currently existing within some churches and presents biblical directives on how to overcome them. God-fearing leaders are challenged to embark on the greatest rescue mission of all time, being unwavering and steadfast as the prophets of old, in a bid to rescue those in imminent danger, who remain unaware of their fate as a result of false teaching.

Some stories just beg to be told! This account is the true love story of a couple who commissioned a work of Christian art and a celebration of their journey of faith through grief and loss.Art is usually sufficient visual language for storytelling. As an artist, painting or sculpting satisfies my desire for creative expression. I only put down my brush when I sense that the work is somewhat complete-definitely not perfect, merely that the art has articulated some of the fuzzy intentions of my imagination. But not this time. David and Rachel's account of victory over grief needed words in addition to the art. Only words could express the nuances of their journey after they both lost their spouses unexpectedly. Their paths through the wilderness of grief begged to be shared even more than the details of their commissioned painting, which is also expressed in this book. The real names of the flesh and blood cast of this romance were changed to respect their privacy, but that in no way diminishes the truth of this account.What would you do if you lost the love of your life after 25 precious years of marriage? When grief threatens to overwhelm how do you overcome?This book is for you ifyou know Jesus is the Comforter, but can't imagine how He works in the depths of grief.you love art and true accounts about how contemporary Christian artists are used for His purposes.you are a Christian, strengthened by testimonies of victory over darkness.you are held captive by depression, grief or sadness and are searching for hope.Told from my perspective as an artist and in David's (my client) own words from journal entries, this raw account of grappling with and overcoming grief is a compelling narrative. As a true story, it offers an uncommon glimpse of the depths of the human spirit, reaching for Jesus Christ in helplessness, to find Him completely faithful as Savior and Redeemer.The power of this account is not because of miraculous or supernatural happenings. Those, while entertaining, merely titillate the senses, rarely encouraging steadfast faith in the face of great loss. In the mundane, plodding way of life the supernatural is not the norm, ordinariness is.David and Rachel's triumph came through the seemingly inconsequential, but extremely difficult, act of taking God at His word and trusting in His intention of good for them, despite the tragedy that had visited them.As Christians we are strengthened by true stories of overcoming difficulty by faith. What God has done for another, He promises to do for each of us, if we respond in faith. He is unchanging. From generation to generation, He remains steadfast. Remembering His ways through testimonies is a powerful way to build faith and to overcome the struggles of life.If you are trapped in a night season, may David and Rachel's account impart hope to win your own victory from any kind of loss to attain the blessing of joy! Impossible, you think? Not after you read their story!

You were created to have an intimate & experiential relationship with God! You were NOT created for religion.Soul Beliefs are the hidden messages that are etched on our hearts. They are what the deeply emotional part of us really believes, not what we say we believe or even think we believe. Ignoring the negative emotions isn't the answer. Encountering the healing presence of Holy Spirit is! Let the Lover of your Soul write His Truths on your heart."Wow! This book is Sozo in written form! - Nicole Kary"Get ready to encounter God's presence." - Jenny DrottFind freedom from fear, shame, condemnation, rejection, & more.Shift from "knowing" God's Word to "experiencing" it.Discover how greatly loved you are!

"The Holy Spirit wants us to grow and mature through our encounters and experiences until we move into a day-in, day-out, hand-holding, neck-hugging relationship with Him."You've entrusted your life to God the Father. You've asked God the Son, Jesus Christ, to be your Lord and Savior. So, how is it that you're still not living an overcoming life? Pastor Jeff Stanford believes it's because you haven't been Drenched: Thoroughly Covered and Completely Filled by God the Holy Spirit.In Drenched, you learn how to:Enjoy unbroken communion with the Holy Spirit.Live life under the Holy Spirit's influence.Avail yourself of supernatural languages and the Holy Spirit's other gifts.Worship in spirit and in truth.Experience the full joy of an overcomer.The Holy Spirit desires a deep and continuous relationship with believers, offering guidance, comfort, and friendship. The key is to acknowledge His presence, invite Him in, and yield to Him. Only then will you experience a day-to-day, intimate connection with the Holy Spirit, who is ready and able to lead you into truth and victory.

Is Your Life Filled With Abundance? Or are you working yourself into the ground? Regardless of wherever you invest the greatest amounts of your time and energy, chances are, you know you're simply spinning your wheels. Get ready for a new revelation: the truth is, only God works-and only He produces the fruit you're seeking. Only God Works gives you permission to resign from relying on yourself for the things that only God can give you. Once you realize it's God who must provide, your intimacy with Him will grow and you will experience Him producing fruit in and through you like never before. Humility and gratitude will settle in where stress and emptiness used to reside. Your life will take on new meaning as you resign from your work and truly rest in God's work.God is waiting for your resignation!

In the Gospel of Mark, chapter 10, Jesus passes by Bartimaeus, a blind beggar. Bartimaeus calls out, ""Master, let me see again."" Jesus cures him and gives him back his sight.So many things in life depend on the way we see things. This book is an invitation to look at the way we see things in life. We may not be physically blind like Bartimaeus, but each of us can be blind in our own ways.Reading through these pages will hopefully give you the opportunity to change the way you look at something that holds you back from growing psychologically and spiritually. Using the Scriptures, stories, and examples from over thirty years as a psychotherapist and spiritual director, as well as insights from a variety of authors, this book invites us to reflect on our own ways of being blind, so that like Bartimaeus, we might be able to call out to Jesus, ""Master, let me see again.""

In a world full of trials and tribulations, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated. What if I told you that you have the power to emerge stronger and better than ever before? This captivating book unravels the unique perspective of an author who faced life's challenges head-on and found her strength and victory through her unwavering relationship with God. Prepare to embark on a transformative journey of purpose and self-discovery. Within these pages, you'll find the blueprint for uncovering your own hero story. Let this book be your trusted ally, guiding you toward a life filled with resilience, empowerment, and unwavering faith. Don't miss out on the opportunity to join countless individuals who have found the motivation to conquer their challenges and embrace a life of true fulfillment.Dr. Carter's inspiring journey will surprise and captivate readers as they uncover the unexpected entrepreneurial tie-ins that shaped her experiences. More than just a memoir, this book offers invaluable self-help sections that will serve as your daily spiritual guide. Packed with motivation and practical wisdom, it is the perfect companion for those seeking to overcome their own obstacles.

This writing started out as a simple desire to write a person's story of her life experiences based on her testimony. My inspiration evolved into a testimonial for God--seeing how God would move on our behalf to orchestrate events in our lives, working through the people we know or don't know to bring those events to pass.Orchestration of miracles is a specialty of God's. He's been doing it since the beginning. He orchestrated us having a Savior to bring to us salvation and eternal life through our faith in Him, our Lord Jesus Christ. I've learned that God has already orchestrated many blessings, directions, or actions we're to take in our lives in the heavenly realm that only need to be brought to the natural. We bring things to the natural by faith through prayer, through our taking action on our dreams, and through obeying what we know God has spoken to us to do, and especially if it is on our hearts to do something for someone else.So what is my opinion about cremation after my experience? I was reminded that God is the greatest Orchestrator of all time. Only He could have arranged the events that I have documented in this writing.

Business is about more than just maximizing production and hitting numbers. There is another business hidden within your business-the business of ministry. Influencing your community and impacting the marketplace with Kingdom-centered values and business practices.The Double-Edged Sword is a moving, 40-day devotional that pierces the heart and mind, waking it up to reimagine success through the lens of ministry. Paired with practical, reflective exercises, author and CEO of Absolute Results Jeff Williams will:Redefine the one-dimensional paradigm of success so widely prevalent in the marketplace.Inspire you to invite God into every mundane and extraordinary detail of your business.Empower you to dream bigger and think higher for the glory of God.Recalibrate your mental GPS to navigate difficult relationships in the workplace. Offer practical strategies for making decisions with people and business in mind!Business acumen is only one side of the sword of success. Jeff Williams urges all marketplace leaders not to neglect the other side-the embodiment of the heart of God that shines through every meeting, every handshake, and every deal!

DON'T WAIT LIKE I DID. Start living a truly successful and fulfilled life in God's eyes today! Do you ever feel stuck? Do you feel like you don't measure up to those around you? Do you feel like you aren't fulfilling your purpose? Do you feel like a failure? I've been there. You aren't alone, friend!This book explores what a successful life in God's eyes looks like. Don't wait to change your mindset like I did. Start living a truly successful life in the eyes of the only One who really matters!

About the Book:There is more to our existence in this world than what we can see with our eyes. There is an in fact, an unseen world with which we interact everyday; a world that has more influence on our reality than we may have imagined. This book will allow to to gain some insight into that world and teach us what the bible has to say about it!

Press On Regardless comes from the heart of a man who experienced brokenness and struggled to recover. His painful journey of recovery was one with challenges and setbacks. In Press On Regardless, Gary Taylor shares that his greatest source of strength during his recovery was the Bible. He held on to Psalm 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds," and Jeremiah 30:17 "I will restore your health and heal your wounds." In his brokenness Gary knew God would not leave him broken, and that he could trust God with his future.Now Gary Taylor wants to share with anyone struggling with brokenness that there is hope.Often when we are hurting we feel hopeless, and that only compounds the pain. Proverbs 13:12 says, "Hope deferred makes the heart sick." Gary stresses as long as you have hope you will survive. Each chapter of Press On Regardless is filled with scriptures that give life, hope, and healing. As you read each chapter let it speak to you, and give you hope for your journey to recovery.Gary Taylor's prayer for everyone who reads Press On Regardless is Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

"All things will work together for good as we become more like Christ..."Many people wonder what God wants them to do in their life. Some get hung up on details-like which school to attend or where to live-as they ponder their purpose and try to align their decisions with His will. You will soon discover why Merrell McIlwain says, "It's not complicated!"Instead of starting a complex search for direction, Merrell introduces readers to a new and simple perspective: "The Path of Assurance." It's a clear and effective guide for embracing God's will throughout one's journey, and it begins with a firm foundation in Christ-the One who implants desires in individual hearts.The author intertwines Scripture with personal experiences to demonstrate how God works everything into His plan for good. As you immerse yourself in the "Path of Assurance," you will discover how God weaves the details of life into His will...no matter which road you take.

Ezekiel's Challenge for Today's ChurchIn the 6th century BC, the prophet Ezekiel called the people of Judah to return to their God. Despite having been redeemed from slavery and enjoying unique status as God's chosen people, the Israelites had been drifting for generations, gradually losing their conviction and sensitivity to the word of the Lord.If this sounds familiar, it should. There are multiple parallels and indications that the modern church has capitulated to worldly thinking and worldly living. Ezekiel sounded the trumpet, boldly summoning God's people to covenant faithfulness and obedience. What about you and me? Will we heed the trumpet call?

Jesús advirtió que el engaño empeoraría a medida que nos acercáramos al fin de los tiempos cuando dijo: “Tengan cuidado de que nadie los engañe” (Mateo 24:4). Distinguir la verdad del error se ha convertido en una tarea cada vez más desafiante, incluso dentro de la iglesia. Vivimos en una época en la que las falsedades nos asaltan desde todas partes. Siempre con la cantidad de verdad necesaria para parecer confiables, estas falsificaciones son cada vez más difíciles de detectar y evitar. Vivir en la era del engaño explora las muchas maneras en que el error se disfraza de verdad, y cómo podemos discernir la diferencia. Del pastor Jack Hibbs aprenderás: Las características de los impostores y el daño que han causado tanto en la cultura secular como en la iglesia.Los muchos engaños que están alterando y reemplazando la verdad, y cómo reconocerlos.Las claves para mantenernos firmes a medida que se intensifican las batallas espirituales que nos rodean.El mayor antídoto contra el engaño es la verdad. ¡Prepárate para crecer en discernimiento, protegerte del error y permanecer firme en tu fe!  ENGLISH DESCRIPTIONDiscerning truth from error has become an increasingly challenging task—even in the church. Learn how to recognize today’s deceptions and the harm they cause, and equip yourself to avoid these counterfeits while remaining steadfast in your faith. A High-Stakes Battle for Every Christian   Jesus warned that deception would grow worse as we draw nearer to the end times, saying, “Take heed that no one deceives you” (Matthew 24:4). Distinguishing truth from error has become an increasingly challenging task—even in the church.   We live in a time when falsehoods assault us from every direction. Packaged with just enough truth to make them appear trustworthy, these counterfeits have grown more and more difficult to detect and avoid.   Living in the Daze of Deception explores the many ways error is masquerading as truth—and how you can discern the difference. From pastor Jack Hibbs, you’ll learn the characteristics of deceivers and how they have brought harm to both secular culture and the church the many deceptions that are altering and replacing the truth, and how to recognize them the keys to standing strong as the spiritual battles surrounding us intensify The greatest antidote to deception is truth. Equip yourself now to grow in discernment so that you can protect yourself from error and remain steadfast in your faith!

What was lost in the garden is found in Jesus. Discover how to live loved and live free, because that is who you are! Found will enable you to ...Discover your true identity and reclaim your life.Gain a clear perspective on how God sees you.Take hold of all that God wants to give you.Experience power and purpose in your everyday life.Believe that everything available to Jesus is available to you!