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Strength in Weakness: God’s Power in Fragile People By Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt What if the very things you try to hide—your struggles, doubts, grief, and limitations—are the places where God wants to show up the most? In Strength in Weakness, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites readers on a journey through Scripture and life experience to discover the surprising truth that God’s power is not revealed in our perfection, but in our vulnerability. Through the stories of Moses, Hannah, Paul, Peter, Elijah, and ultimately Jesus Himself, we see how weakness is not a disqualification—...

Broken People, Faithful God: Lessons from the Book of Judges is a deep yet accessible journey through one of the Bible’s most challenging books. The Book of Judges tells the story of a nation caught in cycles—of sin, suffering, repentance, and deliverance. It’s a story of flawed leaders, moral collapse, spiritual forgetfulness, and God’s relentless mercy. And it’s more relevant than ever. This eight-chapter study explores each major judge—from Othniel to Samson—as well as the heartbreaking stories of chaos that close the book. Along the way, readers are invited to reflect on ...

Holy Questions, Honest Faith invites readers on a journey where curiosity and faith walk hand in hand. In a world full of doubts, struggles, and hard questions, this book offers a refreshing reminder: God is not afraid of your questions—and you don’t need to be either. Through thoughtful teaching, meditation, personal stories, poems, and reflective questions, Geoffrey Schmitt explores topics like: Can I really know God? Is the Bible reliable? Why does God allow suffering? What about doubt? Is Jesus the only way? Does prayer really work? Each chapter welcomes readers to wrestle honestly ...

In a world of complexity and doubt, Jesus invites us to return to a simpler, purer trust. He taught that to enter the Kingdom of God, we must become like little children — full of humility, wonder, and unwavering trust. This book embraces that profound teaching and guides you on a journey to rediscover a childlike faith in God. Within these pages, deep theological insights meet practical wisdom for everyday life, showing you how to trust God with the simple, wholehearted faith of a child. Through rich biblical reflections and relatable stories, you’ll discover that childlike faith is ...

Who is God, really? And how can we come to know Him more deeply? In Who Do You Say I Am?, the Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites readers on a spiritual journey through the many names of God revealed in Scripture—from Elohim the Creator to Abba the Father, from El Roi who sees us to Jesus, the Name above every name. Each chapter explores a different name of God, combining clear biblical teaching with moving personal reflection, meaningful questions for group or personal study, and a prayer to draw the heart closer to God. Whether you’re new to the faith or have walked with the Lord for ...

Conversion is often described as a single dramatic event—or dismissed as a slow, lifelong process. In truth, it is both. In When the Scale Tips: Moments of Conversion, Geoffrey Schmitt explores the decisive moments when faith shifts from possibility to commitment—when resistance gives way, when truth becomes unavoidable, when mercy disarms the heart. Drawing on Scripture, history, pastoral experience, and prison ministry, this book examines the varied ways conversion begins and deepens. Each chapter focuses on a distinct pattern: crisis and rock bottom, reasoned conviction, sudden ...

What does it mean to live faithfully in a culture that no longer naturally supports Christian belief? In Citizens of Heaven, Neighbors on Earth, Geoffrey Schmitt explores the enduring challenge of being in the world without being shaped by it. Rather than offering slogans or culture-war strategies, this book invites readers into a deeper way of living—one formed by discernment, patience, and embodied love. Drawing on Scripture, pastoral experience, and decades of ministry—including extensive work in prison settings—Schmitt examines how culture quietly forms us through stories, rhythms...

Untroubled Hearts: Christ’s Peace in an Anxious World is a pastoral, Scripture-anchored journey into a question many believers quietly carry: Is it truly possible to live with peace in a world that feels increasingly anxious? Rather than offering quick fixes or spiritual clichés, this book invites readers into a deeper, steadier way of faith—one shaped by presence, trust, and lived experience. Drawing from the teachings of Jesus, the wisdom of Scripture, and decades of pastoral ministry, the author explores peace not as the absence of trouble, but as the gift of Christ’s presence ...

You were made in the image of God — and that changes everything. In a world that often measures people by what they produce, how they look, or who they impress, In His Image invites you to return to the sacred truth that your worth is not earned — it’s embedded in you by your Creator. Author and pastor Geoffrey Schmitt weaves biblical insight, pastoral wisdom, and personal stories from prisons, nursing homes, and everyday life to help readers rediscover what it means to bear the image of God. From identity and dignity to justice, community, healing, and transformation, this book ...

The Many Faces of Incarceration: From Punishment to Restoration offers a deeply personal and theological exploration of the modern prison system. Drawing on nearly 25 years of experience in prison ministry, Geoffrey Schmitt examines incarceration through multiple lenses: punishment, deterrence, incapacitation, reform, restorative justice, social control, and spiritual transformation. Each chapter combines scriptural reflection, real-life stories, poetry, and thoughtful questions for reflection, inviting readers to see the incarcerated not as statistics but as human beings made in the image ...

Inner Healing in Scripture: Jesus and the Brokenhearted invites readers on a gentle but profound journey through the pages of Scripture to discover the tender heart of God toward those who are hurting. Drawing deeply from the Psalms, the Gospels, and the letters of Paul, this study explores how Jesus meets us in our brokenness to bring forgiveness, restoration, peace, and hope. Through nine rich chapters—each offering teaching, meditation, personal reflection, poetry, questions, and prayer—this guide leads participants toward experiencing the healing presence of Christ in every part of ...

Indwelling Grace: Experiencing Christ Within invites readers on a transformative journey to discover the profound reality of Christ’s presence residing in us. This book delves into the multifaceted ways the indwelling of Christ shapes our identity, influences our daily lives, and fosters spiritual growth. Through personal reflections, scriptural insights, and practical applications, the author illuminates how embracing this intimate connection with Christ empowers believers to navigate life’s challenges with grace and purpose. Whether you’re seeking a deeper understanding of your ...

He Restores My Soul: A Psalm 23 Journey By Geoffrey Schmitt Psalm 23 is among the most beloved passages in all of Scripture—comforting the grieving, calming the anxious, and reminding us of a Shepherd who never leaves our side. But its depth goes far beyond familiarity. In He Restores My Soul, pastor and author Geoffrey Schmitt leads readers through a verse-by-verse exploration of this powerful psalm, weaving together biblical teaching, heartfelt meditation, personal reflection, poetry, prayer, and questions for reflection. Whether you’re in a season of rest, struggle, or transition, ...

In The Seven Churches of Revelation: Lessons for Today, Geoffrey Schmitt guides readers through the timeless messages Jesus spoke to the early Church — words that still echo with urgency and grace. Through an in‑depth exploration of the churches of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, this book reveals how obedience, intimacy, and faithful witness matter just as much now as they did then. Each chapter unfolds a church’s unique strengths, struggles, and promises, weaving together biblical teaching, personal reflection, and questions for deeper ...

Readers are invited to explore the profound and often unseen conflicts that influence our daily lives. This comprehensive guide delves into the nature of spiritual warfare, offering biblical insights and practical strategies to recognize and overcome spiritual challenges. Through Biblical, theological and thoughtful analysis, the book empowers believers to stand firm in their faith, equipping them with the tools necessary to navigate the spiritual battles they encounter. Whether you’re seeking to deepen your understanding of spiritual dynamics or looking for practical guidance in your ...

“Love one another.” “Encourage one another.” “Forgive one another.” These short commands are more than moral advice—they are the heartbeat of Christian community. In this ten-session Bible study, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites you to explore the “one another” passages of the New Testament, uncovering a deeply practical and spiritually rich vision for life together. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by years of pastoral experience—including prison ministry, healing ministry, and parish leadership—each chapter helps you take biblical love from theory to practice. Inside ...

Beasts, Birds, and the Breath of God: The Role and Symbolism of Animals in the Bible From the Garden of Eden to the throne room of Revelation, animals walk, fly, crawl, and soar through the pages of Scripture. They are not merely background scenery—they are companions in creation, participants in prophecy, and even messengers of God’s mercy. In this rich and devotional exploration, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites you to rediscover the creatures of the Bible—not just as symbols, but as sacred signs. Each chapter explores the role of animals in major biblical themes: creation, fall, ...

Bible is filled with powerful truths — but it’s also full of puzzling, strange, and even troubling moments. Why was Cain’s sacrifice rejected? Who were the “sons of God” in Genesis 6? Why did God almost kill Moses right after calling him? And what is the “unforgivable sin” Jesus spoke about? In Bible’s Most Puzzling Moments: Strange and Troublesome Stories in Scripture, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt takes readers on a guided tour through 21 of the Bible’s most curious events. Each chapter offers: The biblical passage in focus. A plain-language retelling of the story. ...

Life rarely unfolds as planned. Roles change, seasons shift, certainty fades, and the familiar gives way to something new. In the midst of these changes, many people find themselves asking quiet but urgent questions: Who am I now? Where is God in this season? How do I walk forward without losing my way? The Road Before You: Faith, Wisdom, and Purpose as Life Changes is a reflective Bible study for anyone navigating transition—by choice or by circumstance. Drawing from Scripture, pastoral experience, prison ministry, hospice care, and lived faith, Geoffrey Schmitt (writing as Willingheart)...

What does it really mean to love your neighbor? In a world shaped by division, fatigue, and constant moral pressure, love can feel either overwhelming or abstract. We know the command. We struggle with the practice. In Here You Are, As You Are: Loving My Neighbor, Geoffrey Schmitt (writing as Willingheart) invites readers into a grounded, humane exploration of love as it is actually lived—imperfectly, wisely, and faithfully—among real people in real situations. This book is not a theory of love. It is a companion on the road. Beginning with Jesus’ reversal of the familiar question—...