You shouldn't follow someone you don't trust, and you can't trust someone you don't know. So, if you want to follow Jesus more closely, you need to know him more intimately. How do you do that? Well, how do you get to know anyone? By hearing their story, by asking them questions, by talking with them day by day. Which is exactly what “Trust + Follow” helps you do through 60 devotions designed to draw you into a closer relationship with your Savior....

Life's not fair! You've heard it a million times-and probably said it yourself. But what if your greatest difficulties were steppingstones to a greater destiny? What if seasons of unbearable pain turned out to be pathways to unbelievable purpose? In The Unfair Advantage, pastor Aaron Burke takes a closer look at the seven unfair seasons Joseph endures in the book of Genesis and reveals how Joseph's struggles are not unlike the battles readers face...

The Rule of St. Benedict arose from an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. Similar to the anxieties and frustrations of the 6th century, we are living in a time where societies need to stress community over competition, consensus over conflict, simplicity over self gain, and silence over the constant chatter...

As you mourn the loss of a loved one, this collection of intimate personal reflections, Scripture, and heartfelt prayers from a fellow griever offers comfort and hope in the days, months, and beyond as you navigate life after loss. The funeral comes and goes, and you're forced to deal with the chasm your loved one left behind. But grief doesn't operate on a predictable timeline. You may find yourself somewhere you didn't expect-drowning, kicking,...

It takes courage to live out your faith boldly, especially in the face of hostility or suffering. And that courage may come from a surprising source. What gave Joshua and Caleb the courage to follow God's commands despite fear? What gave Deborah the courage to lead the Israelites into righteous living? What gave the disciples the courage to live out their faith, even to death? The fear of the Lord. All through the Bible, and in our lives today, the...

The colleague who threatens your position at work. The friend who talks behind your back. The woman who seems to have it all together-while you are barely hanging on. Sometimes the women in our lives feel like enemies. But the real enemy is the one who is trying to defeat you with lies that lead to insecurity and isolation, discord and division. She's Not Your Enemy equips us to battle Satan's deception through the solid truth of God's Word. Popular...

God has instructed us in the Bible not to worry about tomorrow. It sounds simple, so why is it so difficult to achieve? Why can't we find peace? Explore what the Bible says about letting go of anxiety and fear and embracing a new way of thinking that brings us into a closer relationship with God. Trusted author Jack Countryman and other dynamic people of faith from their thirties to their nineties will share inspiration and hope about the miraculous...

For anyone who struggles with the limits of life-such as time, energy, money, and opportunities-Sara Hagerty eloquently explores The Gift of Limitations as she guides readers to embrace limits as a way to draw closer to God. Are you feeling stretched to your limits and wish those limits weren't there at all? Bestselling author Sara Hagerty asks: "What if your greatest weaknesses-the areas of your life you resent the most, the places where you feel...

In this newly revised and abridged version of John Trent and Gary Smalley's bestseller The Blessing-more than one million copies sold-learn how the biblical gift of "The Blessing" is key to your self-worth and emotional well-being. People of every age long for the gift of The Blessing-the unconditional love and approval that comes from healthy relationships with your family and with the world around you. This life-changing gift is essential for instilling...

Comedic and Inspirational memoir from the stand-up comic who coined the phrase "Happy Wife, Happy Life".