In this classic devotional, John Calvin urges readers to apply the Christian life in a balanced way to mind, heart, and hand. Rather than focusing on contemplative otherworldliness, the book stresses the importance of a devotedly active Christian life.In style and spirit, this book is much like Augustine's Confessions, Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, or Thomas à Kempis's Imitation of Christ. However, its intense practicality sets it apart, making it easily accessible for any reader se...

The phenomenal success of the Fifty Shades series has caught the publishing world and reading public by storm. The Christian community has found the book to be nothing short of written word pornography. Freeman-Smith Publishing uses the similarity of a title to show that God's Grace is not only a better read but comes in a variety of circumstances and experiences.

The Gospel of John can be challenging reading, but in the hands of pastor Greg Laurie, it's the perfect material for daily devotional reflections. In the same accessible style that has made him a popular pastor, speaker, and television and radio host, Laurie shares stories and images of Jesus from the Gospel of John woven with additional Scriptures and anecdotes. The result is a ninety-day devotional that offers biblical substance and theological depth presented in clear, engaging language...

"You cannot read Lifesigns and not be moved... This book will undoubtedly find its place among the classics of twentieth-century literature."--Grand Rapids PressThe inspirational writings of Henri Nouwen have touched millions of readers all over the world. Much beloved as a lecturer, spiritual guide, and especially as an author, he communicated a profound message of hope that finds great resonance in today's world.In his now classic work

What better way to start each day than with a pep talk from God? Allow Him to be number one in your life by spending the first few minutes of the day in conservation and prayer. 366 daily devotions in the form of a pep talk are provided (so even leap year is covered!) Let His timely message guide you into a closer walk with Him.A Word About This Book...I wrote this book through the voice of God. Not that God came down and wrote it for me, but I wrote what I ...

Refresh and Restore Your Soul365 Moments of Peace for a Woman's Heart offers inspiring psalms and meditations to calm and comfort you throughout your day. In these pages you'll . . .· rest in the loving presence of your God· find a haven from the pressures of daily life· learn that God's perfect peace can be yours in the midst of any circumstanceBe Still and Know

The Christian community often thinks of purity only as it relates to issues of sexuality, but the term encompasses much more than that. We need to look closely at all it means to be pure as God intended. So what does purity mean? As modern women, how can we follow Paul's command in Colossians to "put to death" impurity? How does purity adorn a godly woman? Lydia Brownback looks to Scripture to answer these questions as she engages an issue faced by all women.The newest in a series ...

Designed to encourage readers to spend time reading and meditating on the truth of God's Word, these brief devotions, based solidly in Scripture, are ideal for reading over morning coffee, waiting in the car for children after school, or anytime people “on the go” want to make the most of just a few minutes. These devotions will encourage men and women to meditate on God's Word daily, even in the midst of a busy, active schedule.

Joy.  Delight.  It's Christmas time, so those emotions should come easily.  Right. But we are busy.  Shopping.  Family.  Extended family.  Extended shopping.  Recitals. Plays.  Spending.  Decorating.  More spending.  Who has the time for joy and delight?   But we have been given so many gifts already, the joy to be astonished, the joy to be gentle, to be warm to others.  None ...

Christopher Howse has spent more than two decades exploring Spain. For him, its centuries-old cathedrals, monasteries and shrines demand pilgrimage more than tourism.In a journey across the Castilian interior he follows in the footsteps of El Cid and St Dominic, examines St Teresa's arm, samples the legacy of the Cardinal who invaded Africa, finds the spot where St John of the Cross escaped from prison, and discovers in a mountain shrine the world's largest remnant of the True Cros...

Reaching Forward is an inspiring devotional that will bring peace and serenity to you from God's holy words. Within this spiritual devotional, you will find God's love and hope that will encourage your heart and spiritual life. It will also strengthen your daily walk of faith.

Shorter and faster reading than our other abridgement, this book just flows and flows. It includes Our Lady's participation in the events of Our Lord's Passion and death. It shows how the Angels served the Blessed Virgin, how the devils waged war against her, the special graces she received--such as, continual Eucharistic presence of Our Lord after she received Communion, frequent visits to Heaven during her life on earth, etc. Impr. 430 pgs,