A flourishing, fulfilling life is possible—no perfection required! Too many of us think we have to have it all together in order to live a meaningful life. Instead of feeling put together, we end up feeling inadequate, overwhelmed, and exhausted as we try to figure out how to do it all. Author, business owner, and mom to three Lara Casey has been there, too. In Cultivate, she offers this grace-filled advice: we can't do it all and do it well, but we can choose to cultivate what matters Written as part encouragement anthem and part practical guide, Cultivate offers wisdom from God's Word alongside lessons Lara has learned in her own life--and in her garden--giving you the tools you need to: Discern what matters most to you Embrace the season of life that you're in Find the joy and freedom that comes with cultivating what matters Let Lara be your guide as you learn to cultivate what matters, little by little, with the help of God's transforming grace. Praise for Cultivate: "Cultivate is rich soil for the soul! Whether you are a new sprout, just beginning to brave life in the light; a tender shoot fighting for space among rocks and weeds; or a mature plant in need of nurture and pruning, this book will help you thrive. With her characteristic honesty, humility, and patience, Lara Casey uses her spiritual 'green thumb' to gently nudge us toward an intentional life of godliness and growth. If you are ready for a new season of spiritual growth, dig into Cultivate and get ready to bloom!" --Elizabeth Laing Thompson, author of When God Says "Wait"
Discover the Immeasurable Love of Christ God's grand plan for the redemption of his creation has been in motion since before time began. The book of Ephesians lays out this glorious vision, revealing what Christ's redemptive work means for the people of God and showing us how we should live in light of that reality. Alive in Him draws us into the main themes in the book of Ephesians, showing us how the blessings we have received in Christ empower our obedience and love for God. Designed to be read alongside an open Bible, Alive in Him helps us apply Paul's letter to our daily lives, reminding us of our purpose on earth and directing our gaze to the love of Jesus Christ—a love that has the power to transform how we live.
Little by little, good things grow! Come play in the garden with Gracie! Join the garden tea party with her sister Sarah, taste tomatoes right off the vine with her crunchy munchy brother Joshua, and plant seeds! Some seeds, though, don't grow fast enough for Joshua. He wants to munch on tomatoes NOW. What will he do while he waits on those tiny tomato seeds to grow? Step into the garden to find out! Author and business owner Lara Casey has learned many rich lessons from the garden, including how to celebrate that God grows good things little by little. In her first children's book, she heads back to the tomato vines to share her joy and wisdom with little gardeners. Includes a free Garden Giggles poster!
Discover a powerful new way to engage with Scripture through art in this inspirational guide to Bible Journaling. Talented artist Joanne Fink explains all the basics of this beautiful art form that connects faith with creativity.
It's never too early to start reading the Book of Mormon. This journal makes it fun and easy to learn along the way. With activities, questions, and prompts that follow along with their reading, your kids will learn to apply the stories and lessons to their own lives. Made especially for ages 6-11, this is a great gift for baptisms, birthdays, and Christmas!
Illustrates the elements of the armor of God as noted in Ephesians 6:11-18 in a way that provides spiritual insight for our children and empowers them to be examples of the believers of God. These elements, the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit are scripturally presented to make the word of God very real and applicable to our children’s lives. Writing from personal journaling experience with her own children, Dr. Scarborough provides a practical tool and process for children to think through different life situations with the help of the bible, express their thoughts, learn scriptures, and pray to God. Through this interactive bible journaling, parents and Christian Educators can help children develop Christian character while having meaningful dialogue with them.
In Bible Journaling for Teens...Doing All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me, Dr. Deborah Scarborough expounds on Philippians 3:14 to point out areas in your life that may require more strength to deal with than you have within yourself. Especially during this global pandemic when you may be struggling with social isolation, financial woes, and sadness due to loss of important milestones in your life. Help is here! This Journal gives you an opportunity to acknowledge your struggles while developing a journaling routine which emphasizes that things will get better because you have Jesus Christ in your life! Writing from personal journaling experience with her own children when they were teenagers, Dr. Scarborough provides this practical tool to facilitate active biblical learning and living. This 52-week bible journal includes a scripture each week to study as well as space to write your thoughts and prayers about the scriptures. Get ready to be strengthened to do all things through Christ in these areas of your life when you need His strength the most... • Strength to Resist the Devil • Strength to Do the Right Thing • Strength to Say the Right Thing • Strength to Deal with Stress • Strength to Deal with Grief • Strength to Overcome Disappointments • Strength to Seek Knowledge • Strength to Value Yourself • Strength to Honor God with Your Body • Strength to Achieve Your Goals • Strength to Trust God • Strength to Be a Peacemaker • Strength to Be a Good Leader • Strength to Help Others • Strength to Grow in the Lord, and even • Strength to Praise the Lord PURCHASE YOUR COPY TODAY! BOOK REVIEWS Bible Journaling for Teens is an important resource and tool for teens as they seek to develop and mature. Journaling is a therapeutic technique that is often used to increase self-awareness and aid in emotional processing within mental health spaces. This book combines the therapeutic value with spiritual value. It is not simply a book with random scriptures and accompanying journal prompts; it is organized in a way that provides Godly wisdom for different aspects of a teen's experience - from growing in the Lord, to dealing with grief and loss, to dealing with disappointments, to learning how to honor and value oneself. Rev. Dr. Deb thoughtfully structured the prompts in a way that allows the reader to meditate on scriptures each week of the year, while being able to pour out their personal thoughts and prayers as they are led or as the Lord illuminates their understanding. My favorite part of the journal is that it encourages parents and/or trusted adults to go on this journey with the teen by being able to write encouragement to the teen for each journal prompt. This not only encourages spiritual, emotional, and social growth and development but it also strengthens the teen's awareness of their support system - a balance that is sorely needed in the adolescent stage of development. I highly recommend this book. Ashley Burton, M. A., Mental Health Advocate, Speaker, Educator This interactive Bible journal for teens by Dr. Deborah Scarborough was borne of a tradition begun with her children. The newest edition provides a sequel to Dr. Scarborough’s nascent publication, Bible Journaling for Kids: Putting on the Full Armor of God. They are broadly designed to engage children and teens with their parents, grandparents, and caregivers. Each in the series is grounded in biblical texts and developmentally stepped as appropriate to transitions from early childhood to adolescence. Bible Journaling for Teens provides Bible-based responses to adolescent issues such as the challenges of approaching adulthood, identity, peer pressure, and imaginary audience phenomena that make teens feel sensitive and self-conscious. I am certain these 52-week, strength-building exercises rooted in Bible passages will be especially helpful during this season of the novel coronavirus infections that have left families isolated and intrafamilial relationships strained. Journaling can be a powerful tool for healing. Be encouraged that studying God’s Word together in this journaling process brings renewed hope as well as strengthened family ties that foster skill-building, understanding, and application of Scripture. Dr. Frances Raphael-Howell, Professor of Psychology Montgomery College, Rockville, MD Dr. Scarborough’s Bible Journaling for Teens is truly a must have resource for every Christian Teenager who is seeking to genuinely grow in their relationship with God. As a former Youth Pastor I often sought creative ways to help keep teens engaged with the word of God and prayer on a daily basis when they were away from church and this Journaling experience is just it. It not only provides transparent and impactful insight into various scriptures, but also allows space for teens to develop their own thoughts and prayers. I strongly encourage every Parent, Pastor, & Youth Leader to make sure that your teens have this excellent Bible Journaling experience. Rev. Anthony L. Holmes, Sr., MDiv, Senior Pastor Loudon Avenue Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Roanoke, VA {Same Author’s full photo} Dr. Deborah Scarborough is an ordained minister of the Gospel and earned a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Divinity from Howard University in Washington, DC, a Doctor of Ministry degree from the United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH, and a Managers Certificate in Early Childhood Education from Prince George’s Community College in Largo, MD. She is Professor of Ordination Preparation Seminar at Maple Springs Baptist Bible College and Seminary, Capitol Heights, MD, former Director of Bible Babies Child Development Center, Pastoral Assistant and Chief of Staff at The Sanctuary of Kingdom Square in Upper Marlboro, MD, and author of Bible Journaling for Kids: Putting on the Full Armor of God.
BIBLE JOURNALING FOR GROWN FOLKS: HAVING LIFE MORE ABUNDANTLY BOOK REVIEWS Dr. Scarborough has produced a spiritually edifying and exceedingly practical tool for all of those who desire to grow as followers of Jesus Christ. This work helps us to focus our hearts on God’s word so that we can align our expectations to his promises. It reminds us that God’s desire for us is indeed abundant in every aspect of life. I wholeheartedly recommend this journal to everyone who needs encouragement, strength, and more fuel for your faith. You will be better at the end of your journey through this book than you were before you started. Reverend Dr. Phillip L. Pointer Sr., DMin Pastor, Saint Mark Baptist Church; Little Rock, AR The Bible journaling format and outline in this book gives the reader a time to engage the scripture in a meaningful way. The definitions, weekly study scriptures, and the journal themes all build upon each other. The ease of following the outline is what connected with me the most. I believe this will make Bible journaling a common practice for those new to the tradition. Many times, people want to journal and study the Bible but do not know how to begin. This edition of Bible Journaling from The Heart – Having Life More Abundantly focuses on the reader igniting their faith and believing God for more. I encourage anyone who wants to grow in their faith and in their knowledge of the Word of God to begin journaling with this book as their guide. As Dr. Scarborough says, “Regardless of what you have been through or what you have done, let your studying and your writing in this Bible journal therapeutically and spiritually revive you, assure you, and be evidence that God’s Word is true.” Dr. Carla J. Debnam, MS, DMin, LCPC Executive Director, The Renaissance Center; Baltimore, MD Focusing on Having Life More Abundantly, this issue of Bible Journaling for Grown Folks eloquently epitomizes the broadness and depth of Dr. Scarborough’s theological education. As one personally committed to journaling daily to record meaningful memories, I was inspired to see that this book shares contextual references designed to provide deeper insight spiritually and therapeutically into scripture. She offers excellent choices of weekly topics and comparable scriptures to prompt inner thought to facilitate easy journaling, as well as enhance one’s personal meditation without having to search for a relevant scripture in the Bible. Over the course of a year, a diligent journalist will indeed experience life more abundantly while reflecting on the featured topics, including health, wealth, forgiveness, love, wisdom, restoration, joy, peace, gratitude, service, worship, and favor. Used faithfully, this book will change your life and bring you a sense of hope, peace, and purpose as you strive to have life more abundantly and strengthen your relationship with God. Reverend Shirley A. Gravely-Currie, MDiv, MBPA Major Gift Officer, Retired, Howard University Associate Minister, Allen Chapel AME Church; Washington, DC
