Living Up in a Down World explores the experience of life, our attitudes and perspective from a Biblical viewpoint, and provides a basic outline for the path to achieving a lifetime of peace and fulfillment. Pastor and counselor Dr. Bob Edwards has observed the damaged emotions of others for over two decades and offers a step-by-step approach to overcoming the emptiness created by a culture permeated with negativity and relativism. Dr. Bob draws inspiration from Scripture and personal anecdotes to encourage positive change as he shares healing methods intended to relieve the inner hurts created by being "just plain human." For those who may try to fill an empty void with unhealthy relationships, fame, fortunes, sex, alcohol or food, Dr. Bob leads the way to discovering a simple, humorous approach to living a fulfilling and purposeful existence surrounded with God-created peace. For those looking for inspiration and a deeper understanding of themselves, this guide will help spiritual seekers apply Christian principles and learn to view the world through upward thinking and eternal eyes, ultimately setting a new course in life to live UP in a down world!
In a prose that is so beautiful it is poetry, we see the world of growing up and going somewhere through the dust and heat of Fresno's industrial side and beyond: It is a boy's coming of age in the barrio, parochial school, attending church, public summer school, and trying to fall out of love so he can join in a Little League baseball team. His is a clarity that rings constantly through the warmth and wry reality of these sometimes humorous, sometimes tragic, always human remembrances.
The Old Testament prophet, Daniel, lived in a "bow down" world that was filled with self-promoting leaders and idols of image, stone and self-preservation. So do you and I. We desperately need to be awakened and challenged by Daniel's courage and fueled by his God. This book takes you on a journey back in time to discover the inner strength needed to be a Daniel in this generation. Written as a daily devotional, Stand Up Living in a Bow Down World highlights with each day's reading a bit of Daniel's story, provides practical truths to build your faith and leads you in a prayer to the Living God of Heaven. Eric Watt is passionate about loving God, embracing life and living on the edge. Watt is Founder and President of Reaching Unreached Nations (RUN), an organization dedicated to bringing the revelation of God and His Kingdom to unreached people. An international speaker and author of books in more than 15 languages, Watt mentors and provides strategic equipping materials to first generation Christian leaders who then pass along what they have heard to others (2 Timothy 2:2). Other titles include: "Igniting a Spiritual Movement," "Unleash His Spirit," "Journey to PEACE," and "31 Days to WORD Power." An ordained minister, Watt serves as Senior Pastor with Greenbrier Church in Chesapeake, VA. Watt has a BA degree from Oral Roberts University and a Master of Arts from Yale University. Watt's wife, Becky, is also active in international missions. They have two children, Ian and Kiersti and live in Virginia Beach, VA.
In your need, discover God as a Friend. In your weakness, discover God’s Strength and Power. In your loneliness, discover God as your Companion. In your pain, discover God as your Comforter. In your confusion, discover God as your Stability and Truth. In your loss, discover God’s intimate Love. In your feelings of unworthiness, feel God’s complete Acceptance. In your fear and devastation, discover God’s Comfort and Security. In your feelings of shame, discover God’s Forgiveness. Take God’s hand in yours as you read these powerful, inspiring, heart touching pages. You will never be the same again.
There are countless times throughout both our business and personal daily interactions when we feel weary or burdened by the continuous press of issues and challenges. Its at those moments of fatigue and weakness that all we need is a little encouragementsomeone to listen or a fresh idea to cheer us on and strengthen us to finish our race. That is the role of a coach. As I reflect on the junctures of my own path, theres a consistent element that infused my ability to overcome, to press on to the mark, to endure the present hardship that ages our soulsthat element is encouragement. I can remember on every seemingly hopeless occasion when I was poised to quitthe thought that I cannot bare another moment or live through another disappointment, at the very second of despairI would receive a positive word of inspiration, just enough to fuel the possibility that Im so close, and I am certainly too far to turn back now. My prayer is that you find hope for the journey you are on in the pages of this book.
There’s only one power big enough to help us survive perilous times. After reading this book, you will have the confidence to walk in the victory Christ died for and begin living exceedingly and abundantly beyond anything you ever could have hoped for or imagined. There is a power so great it can help you not only survive but thrive in this crazy world, a power that can give you joy and peace, result in miracles, and make you victorious no matter what. It’s a power that comes from the third member of the Godhead, the Holy Spirit. It’s the power that took the teachings of a young carpenter from Galilee and turned upside down the most ruthless empire of its era, overcoming the paganism that went with it. It's a power that seemed dormant for almost two millennia but has been restored to the church as was told in the Bible. And it’s available today to help you understand the future, have faith to believe for miracles, and know unspeakable peace and happiness no matter your circumstances. Spirit-Led Living in an Upside-Down World takes you on a journey to help you understand how you can experience this power and know the Holy Spirit intimately. After covering the work of the Holy Spirit for more than four decades as a journalist, Stephen E. Strang helps readers understand that power is there for the asking—even if others misuse or ignore it. It’s there to give you victory over the forces of evil, help you stand strong when the culture wants you to compromise, and give you the tools to prosper in body, soul, and spirit. When he was a young newspaper reporter, Strang experienced this power in a way “exceedingly abundantly above” all he could have asked or thought (Eph. 3:20), and you will too. This power will open your spiritual eyes to help you hear from God, deepen your prayer life, and explain the groanings that cannot be uttered. Sharing stories from his own experience and from dozens of modern heroes of the faith, Strang will uplift you and inspire you to connect with God in new, fresh ways; be a powerful influence on your family, friends, and community; deepen your faith so you can move mountains; learn to be led by the Spirit to uncover your heart’s deepest desires; and overcome challenges and fulfill your dreams and purpose in life. Spirit-Led Living in an Upside-Down World is not only one of the most important books you’ll ever read but also one of the most profound. It will reveal the most stunning secrets and truths behind this power—the power of God that is at work regardless of how upside down the world seems to get.
Sin has ravaged the house that God created. It sits slumped, disheveled and in pain, groaning for the restoration that can only be accomplished by the hands of him who built it in the first place. The good news is that the divine Builder will not relent until everything about his house is made new again. The bad news is that you and I are living right in the middle of the restoration process. We live each day in a house that is terribly broken, where nothing works exactly as intended. But Emmanuel lives here as well, and he is at work returning his house to its former beauty. --from publisher description
Diana never knew her famous grandfather, First World War flying ace Billy Bishop. Still, his heroic legacy has towered over Diana even from the grave, shaping her life in ways that she never expected. Now she presents a granddaughter’s view of this Canadian icon.
