Popular blogger Lauren Casper shares poignantly simple yet profound wisdom about removing the barriers we construct around our hearts and doing life full-on, all from the least expected source: her five-year-old son, Mareto. Five-year-old Mareto finds color and light in the ordinary happenings of every day and delights in beauty just waiting to be found. Those are lessons he shares, often unknowingly, with his mom, Lauren Casper. For Lauren, living with Mareto is a lot like playing the telephone game. He blurts out little phrases that have their origin in something he saw or heard, but by the time they make their way through his mind and back out of his mouth, they’ve transformed—often into beautiful truths about living a simple, authentic, love- and joy-filled life. From “it’s okay about it,” a simple reminder that even when life is painful or difficult, things will be okay because God promises never to leave or forsake his children, to “you’re making me feelings,” which teaches the importance of leaning into one’s emotions and, in doing so, sharing a piece of oneself with loved ones—Mareto’s simple yet profound wisdom is a reminder to embrace the broken beauty of life, to believe in a God bigger than human comprehension, and to love others even when it doesn’t make sense. For all those looking to recapture the faith, simplicity, wonder, hope, courage, and joy of life, It’s Okay About It provides a guide to look inward and live outward, to discover the most wide open and beautiful life possible.
Don't let the name fool you, there's more to Peace, Love, n' Mud than one might think. Sure, part of this multifaceted read takes place at Woodstock '94, where Kraig Geiger, the novel's author and protagonist, recounts much of his tale but that is just part of it. Peace, Love n' Mud tells the not-so-classic tale of a boy who hails from a damaged family. It begins generations ago, where he treats his readers to a thoughtful and insightful look at the "how's" and "why's" of his situation.Despite his continual attempts to be loved at home, he must endure continual negativity. But don't despair--after all, Kraig doesn't. Instead, he finds and ultimately uses his passions along with a little luck and unwavering faith to find his way to salvation.Peace, Love, n' Mud is a book about strength, pain, loss, love, hope, faith, lust, music, art, belief, and beauty. It's for anyone who dares to dream, but is not afraid to live in reality.
“The LORD your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17 (NKJV) Are our emotions an enemy to be defeated, or a gift to be enjoyed? Every one of us has been there—torn between conflicting emotions, crushed by grief, or totally overcome with joy. One moment we can be completely happy and the next we can be confused and sad. Are these emotions and feelings something we need to overcome, ignore, or just accept? Wouldn’t life be easier without all the tumultuous feelings we experience? Throughout Scripture, we see God display many emotions—joy, anger, jealousy, grief. Could it be that we’re emotional beings because we have been made in the image of an emotional God? Through this study, you will explore twelve Bible passages and characters that expressed raw emotion. You will feel more empowered to handle negative emotions in a healthy way, and you will have a deeper appreciation for emotions in general. You will have confidence that your emotions are not only good, but godly. Features: Twelve weeks of Bible study Questions for discussion Leader’s Guide included for leading your small group study
How can a fourth-century theology be relevant today? Is the Bible meant to be taken literally? Can Jesus be stripped of some of his titles? These are just a few of the questions that the author, a Progressive Christian Episcopal clergyperson, answers in this provocative book. Cramming for the Finals offers fresh ideas on how to look at God/Creator, Jesus the human, Paul, Mary (wife of Jesus), the Bible, Mariology, dogma, and doctrine. As the author takes you through his fascinating life's journey, he reveals the tremendous power that the man Jesus, who was executed almost two thousand years ago, still can have on individuals and the world today. You'll discover new ways to look at ancient ideas, why we need to promote God and demote Jesus, how four-thousand-year-old ideas can work now, ways to think outside the institutional church's tight little box, and how to save the church from itself. This book challenges longstanding beliefs to make Christianity speak to people in the twenty-
You don't have to live in your dream house to make your living spaces feel more like home. Home is meant to be a place to belong. A place to gather and connect. A place of beauty. A place to restore your soul. In Restoration House, author and designer Kennesha Buycks will encourage you to embrace your home and your story so you can create mindful spaces that give life to you, your loved ones, and all who enter. Tips from Restoration House have been featured in Better Homes and Garden, Apartment Therapy, Design Sponge, and The Washington Post. Kennesha will teach you how to: Make the best out of your living space, whether you're renting or a homeowner Create a home your visitors will feel comfortable in Decorate your home on a budget Make purposeful design decisions that are beautiful and functional Restoration House is ideal for: Christian women of all ages who want to make their houses feel more like home Housewarming gifts, Mother's Day, birthdays, and holiday gifting
Can there be peace in the midst of the storm?This book shares with us how a heart and life can be shaped. Through the struggles of life, we can find peace in the storm if we can look beyond the storm, and look beyond the hills, and find our strength. I lift my eyes to the hills, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalms 121:1Learn how to rebound and move forward with your life in a positive way. One of the hardest choices in life is choosing whether to walk away or try harder. I've learned to not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. You cannot add a single hour to your life by worrying.
We have a secret place. Satan has no access. The enemy has no access. Terror has no access. There is a place by God, in God, for us that is fully protected. When you dwell in this secret place, you know that you are not in any trouble because there is nothing higher than the Most High! He can't be outdone, overcome, run over or put down. There is nothing higher than where we dwell in the Most High. You too can learn how to abide in that secret place. It's available to every believer. You don't have to be afraid or worried about tomorrow. Security, protection and peace of mind belong to you. They are your covenant right - in Christ Jesus. God's Word is full of protection. And this little book and its companion CD are full of powerful scriptures, faith-filled prayers and confessions, and encouraging quotes from Gloria Copeland that will increase your faith for protection again and again.
Do you want a deeper and more meaningful relationship with God? In The Gift of Prayer, Dr. Charles Stanley explores how prayer deepens our relationship with God and reminds us of His presence, while we learn to follow His guidance in our lives. Dr. Stanley teaches readers that prayer ushers us into the throne room of God, where we find a personal, loving, and holy God eager to share Himself with us. Through The Gift of Prayer: Learn how to communicate on a heart-to-heart level with the Lord of the universe Explore questions such as "What are the benefits of prayer?", "What should I pray for?", and "Why are some prayers never answered?" Whether you're buying this for yourself or as a gift, inside you'll find: Gorgeous photography coupled with Scripture and encouraging words from Dr. Charles Stanley A great gift for new believers to help guide them in their walk with God Discover a more intimate relationship with Christ through The Gift of Prayer. Followers of Charles Stanley will also enjoy, The Gift of Heaven.
After Dr. Deb's miracle healing in 2018, she was inspired to add reflection questions and encourage women and men to use Grace and Peace as an individual or group Bible Study. Dr. Deb's ability to lead and teach others is truly a gift from God. You will see Dr. Deb exposed as a student of life through her tragedies and miracle healing. You will be encouraged to ask yourself tough questions, those questions hidden deep in your hearts you may not want to look at or think about. Many times your hurt stays hidden because you don't want anyone to know, fearing judgment or ridicule. God wants you to come to Him and allow the rebirth of your shattered soul. Grace and Peace is an opportunity to connect with the Holy Spirit through your heart and mind. This is a journey that will ignite a passion for healing and introduce some tools that are available and understandable for all. As you read about Dr. Deb's miracle healing, may you be inspired to never stop praying and asking for that miracle, for you never know when your prayer will be answered. "Dr. Deb Hedderly offers the reader a glimpse into her personal journey as she encounters life's obstacles. Her deep spirituality helps her to meet each challenge with courage and grace. When life hands you lemons, pick up this book to find insight and comfort between its pages." —Dr. Laura Hyatt, Professor, Doctoral Program in Organizational Leadership, Pepperdine University "Dr. Deb Hedderly asks honest questions that helped her during an unexpected series of events in her life's journey. Courage to ask ourselves the right questions may be the authentic salve needed when life deals us unwelcomed wounds. Join Dr. Hedderly as she walks us through her journey to inner peace. I believe personal discoveries that lead to hope and health may be found in the pages of this story of her walk of faith." —Dr. Heidi Scott, Learning Pursuits "Dr. Deb Hedderly openly shares her personal tragedies and difficult relationships to show others how she is finding peace and contentment through it all. She finds her strength and courage through God's word that she eloquently quotes as we follow her unwavering path toward healing." —Dr. Carol Turner, MCC, International Coach Institute
The word of love in the book is a spiritual weapon meant for our current generation and the message to the generations to come. The prophetic word is the intertwine of the real life situations, visions, dreams and prophesies which I experienced in my way of faith. The challenges which I encountered and how the Lord helped me to pull through in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Nonetheless the malady of hatred which has contaminated the world, it is only peace and love from the Lord which can heal the infectious ulcer which man has suffered. Dignity has been lost in accordance to Hosea 4:6 'my people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge. I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children'. Further, that our Lord Jesus Christ came down with the seed of peace and love to unify the candidates of heaven through the provision of the Holy Scriptures. Let us unite and break the seed of hatred which Satan had planted in the hearts of men. 1 Corinthians 13:3 And now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love. This book is dedicated to all my brothers and sisters in the Lord, especially those who are at the verge of losing hope of survival spiritually. It is therefore, here to impart in their hearts with Peace and Love from our God Almighty. The word in this book is aimed at reconciling the people on earth with love so as to cushion the conflicts among nations. It is in accordance to Isaiah 2:2-3 the message in the book has been written and it is therefore inviting all my brothers and sisters from across the world to experience the Holy Spirit with words of great faith in the Lord. The book is here to comfort the sick, the afflicted and those souls who are persecuted by the enemy. It also embraces all the races and does not stigmatize any person as it is based on the true love from our Lord and the message is inspired by the Holy Spirit with a view to unite the people across the globe. I therefore wish the Church, the United Nations, the governments and other charitable organizations to enhance preaching peace among the people in the land for us to have a better world. It is in this line, that the Lord our God came down on earth to save humanity. More so, we should embrace peace and love to survive this world of troubles. The love of God is unconditional, thus, we should follow suit to have a godly love in our hearts or humanity will be wiped out on the face of the earth soonest. The beauty of welcoming peace and love from God is compared to the bond between the earth and the sun and the rain. There is no segregation in the house of the Lord but we are all equal in the face of our creator. Mother Nature has been very kind to us and it reprimands us whenever we err but our Lord Jesus Christ used to curse Nature. We have continued preaching about the importance of spreading the word of God and also His love which has made us to be who we are on earth. The love of God unifies the people and that it cuts through the rod of hatred which is in the hearts of the evil ones. We should therefore embrace the love of God for us to reach greater heights of love, where all religions, race and tribes shall stand tall in the same platform and pronounce to the higher heavens that we are one people. Women and children needs true love from our hearts. I dream of a beautiful world where we shall be protected by the love of God, because humanity on that day shall have total unite. It is common knowledge that Satan has infiltrated our governments, entertainment industry and a lot more circles of life. Therefore, it is time man woke up from the deep slumber and fight for his life or else he will die naked with shame. However, we wrestled the devil for us to have peace and love so that we get saved but the battle has been tough. The Lord has been fighting battles for humanity because God is love. Amen!!
