We all know that having fun enriches our lives and lifts our spirits, but so often life gets in the way. Fun seems like something we did when we were kids, and we just don't have time for it now. I mean, we barely have time for all the stuff we have to do, let alone the stuff we want to do. We can go days without actually having any fun at all. If you ask New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs, she'll tell you that's no way to live!Annie knows t...

I know God is loving; I know He is good; I believe He is big and powerful. But sometimes I wonder if He is really kind— really deeply always kind.Is He?Christians love to talk about how God is in control, but that’s harder to grasp when things aren’t going like you thought they would, when your life looks quite different than you imagined.For centuries, God’s people have been building altars to Him—to remind themselves and the people around them of His work. His goo...

How often does fear hold you back from living your life to the fullest? Join New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and speaker Annie F. Downs as she shares a call to embrace the God-given courage living inside you.Annie is the first to admit that she's not exactly the bravest woman in the world. Even now, she still cries sometimes when she leaves her parents' home in Georgia, she's never jumped out of a plane, and she only rides roller coasters...

The popular designer behind Hatched and Patched shares 16 projects featuring her favorite fabrics and techniques—all with her signature charming aesthetic.Welcome to the whimsical world of designer Anni Downs. Whether you love applique, patchwork, punch needle, or hand stitchery, you'll find the perfect project in this diverse array of quilts, sewing accessories, bags, and home accents. Each of the 16 light-hearted designs reflects Anni's favorite things—relaxing at...

STOP wishing your body was something it’s not.START embracing every part of you just as it was designed.Your body is a sacred treasure, a worshipful instrument, and a unique masterpiece!That’s a pretty big deal.But sometimes it feels confusing, awkward, and flawed.The truth is: You and your body, all of it, are important and beautiful, designed especially by God with a specific plan and purpose....

New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and beloved speaker Annie F. Downs presents a forty-day interactive devotional that will inspire you to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start living on purpose.Do you yearn for a life that feels just out of reach, but don't know how to get there? Are you ready to embrace a life of purpose, but looking for the tools you need? Are you ready to get unstuck and move forward into the life God is calling y...

Pairing the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, and Acts with engaging prompts, this Gospels-only NLT Bible allows readers to experience Jesus's transformative words in a new way—from the New York Times bestselling author of Don't Let That Hold You BackIt’s no surprise that the world feels increasingly tumultuous—one only has to open social media or scroll the headlines to feel a sense of dread. In response to this heaviness, many are finding hope...

NEW YORK TIMES **BESTSELLER!FUN: A little word that can make a huge impact on your life**What sounds fun to you?You might be surprised to learn that the idea of fun is actually pretty serious business. Join Annie F. Downs on a journey of discovering not just the fun that you want in your life, but also the fun that you need. After all, she's kind of an expert.As the host of the widely popular That Sounds Fun

**In this powerfully inspirational book, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and beloved speaker Annie F. Downs challenges you to step into your new life by finally doing the thing you can’t stop thinking about.“Wise, tender, and unafraid of the hard parts, Annie hands you a little courage, a lot of truth, and a loud, ‘Go get it!’”—Kate Bowler, bestselling author of Joyful, Anyway, Duke professor, and host of the Everything Happens podcast**

You were always meant to be brave. Whether you're coping with loss, making a major decision, or facing a fear, 100 Days to Brave will give you courage and confidence to move forward. With honesty and relatable humor, New York Times bestselling author Annie F. Downs invites you to embrace the path and plan God has for you.Stop allowing your fears to hold you back. Face them head on with 100 Days to Brave as your devotional guide to...

“I want you to take every step of your life with excitement for where you are headed. And I want you to feel beautiful and confident as you do.”But how? When the enemy whispers lies that you are not smart enough, pretty enough, or rich enough? Or you are too dumb, too loud, too quiet, too thin, too fat, too much or not enough? What if you don’t have what it takes to be who you really want to be?In Looking for Lovely, Annie F. Downs shares personal stories, biblical truth, a...

Through funny stories, Scripture, and a Speak Love Revolution challenge that could help you change the lives of every person you see, tweet, or message for the better, bestselling author Annie F. Downs explores the difference you can make when you speak love to others, to God, and to yourself.This expanded version of Speak Love:Includes 12 chapters that highlight a relatable topic, a Scripture verse, thoughts from the author, a prayer, jo...