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Loss. Heartache. Brokenness. When will this finally happen for me? Will I ever get this back? Will I ever be happy again? She was an ordinary woman who lived thousands of years ago, yet her biblical story of extraordinary faith has changed countless lives for many generations. She had a dream she thought would never materialize, but then it finally happened...because God knew her dream and never forgot it. She lost something most precious to her. But instead of accepting loss, she believed the impossible...and God restored her. The Shunammite woman’s story reassures you that you’re ...

Comfort for the discouraged and the grieving These classic devotional essays, first penned in 1881–1882, offer practical pastoral counsel for those facing loss, illness, anxiety, or spiritual doubt. Written in the language of nineteenth‑century piety, the pieces balance tender sympathy with calls to trust God’s sovereignty, discipline, and sustaining grace. Topics include sorrow and resurrection hope, trusting God in mysterious providences, the discipline of the divine school, the Everlasting Arms, and the duty of active consolation. Each short meditation aims to steady the heart, ...

Some days feel lonely. Not because no one is around you but because you’re carrying burdens, questions, and worries that no one else fully understands. That’s why it’s so comforting to remember that you’re never alone. In A Year with Jesus: Daily Devotional Reminders of His Love, Pastor Mike Novotny and the other contributing authors help you spend time each day focused on the One who knows you completely and promises to be with you through every season of life. Each short, encouraging devotion points you back to Jesus and the unchanging truths of God’s Word, offering ...

Are you a busy mom trying to care for everyone while quietly running on empty? Between work, family, household responsibilities, relationships, decisions, appointments, finances, and the countless little things that fill your days, it can be easy to put yourself last—including your time with God. 5-Minute Devotional for Busy Moms was created for the woman who loves her family deeply but needs encouragement, peace, and spiritual renewal too. Over 90 days, you'll find short, meaningful devotionals designed to meet you right in the middle of real life. Each day includes Scripture, a ...

Discover the extraordinary power of a life changed by Christ Thirty-four authors share inspiring devotionals revealing a personal encounter with Christ. These compelling, heartfelt stories will encourage you to trust God’s extraordinary power to guide you to a hope-filled life. Drawing inspiration from Romans 6:4, the foundation of ButterflyLiving rests on the profound truth that, just as Jesus was raised from the dead through the power of the Father, we too can walk in the newness of life.In ButterflyLiving Life Changing Stories, you'll discover the joy of walking hand in hand with Jesus...

Most devotionals for kids offer quick Bible verses and surface-level encouragement, but Faith Over Feelings goes deeper. This Christian devotional for boys and girls ages 8–12 helps kids face real emotions like fear, sadness, anger, anxiety, doubt, friendship struggles, and everyday challenges while building a stronger relationship with God and Jesus.

Embrace your time with the Lord, no matter how busy you are! 10 Minutes in the Word: Psalms offers encouraging insights and meaningful reflections in just 10 minutes. For the days when you most need the presence of God, 10 Minutes in the Word: Psalms is the perfect way to grow in your faith that...

Your heart may be broken, but your story is not over. Heartbreak can leave you feeling lost, exhausted, rejected, confused, or unsure of what comes next. Whether you're healing from a breakup, separation, divorce, betrayal, rejection, or the loss of a relationship you hoped would last, you don't have to walk through this season alone. 5-Minute Devotional for Women Healing from Heartbreak is a 90-day Christian devotional created to meet you in the middle of your healing journey—with Scripture, honest reflection, heartfelt prayer, and reminders of God's unfailing love. Each day takes just a...

You don’t need a perfect family or a 30‑minute quiet time to grow your kids’ faith. You just need five honest minutes together. Family Devotional for Parents and Kids is for real families—messy schedules, tired parents, wiggly kids—who still long to make God part of everyday life. This book doesn’t ask you to add one more big thing. It shows you how to use the moments you already have to connect with God as a family, in a way your kids will actually enjoy. Most family devotionals give you pages of readings to get through. This one gives you a repeatable 5‑minute rhythm and ...

Magical Bedtime Stories to Instill Values and Boost Confidence in Kids Do you wish bedtime could be a time for your child to learn essential life lessons while enjoying enchanting tales? Do you wonder how you can teach your child virtues like kindness, honesty, and empathy in a way that captivates their imagination? Imagine your child eagerly looking forward to bedtime, excited to discover new stories that not only entertain but also instill valuable lessons. What if these stories could help boost your child’s confidence, promote empathy, and build strong character, setting a foundation ...

Start each day with faith, prayer, and a heart ready for what lies ahead. 365 Days of Morning Prayer offers a simple prayer for every day of the year, giving you a quiet moment with God before the demands of the day begin. Each daily entry includes a Scripture from the King James Version followed by a meaningful prayer designed to help you seek God's guidance, strength, wisdom, peace, and direction. Divided into twelve monthly themes, this devotional takes you through a year of prayer focused on new beginnings, relationships, growth, courage, gratitude, purpose, confidence, focus, direction...

For centuries, the Westminster Shorter Catechism has helped Christians young and old to know their "chief end." Now, authors William Boekestein, Jonathan Landry Cruse, and Andrew J. Miller value this venerable catechism and winsomely introduce a new generation to its powerful message. Dividing...

Start Your Day With God. Find Your Strength. Walk With Purpose. Life demands a lot from men. Work, family, relationships, responsibilities, decisions, and the pressure to keep moving can make it easy to put your spiritual life on the back burner. 5-Minute Devotional for Men was created to help you make time for God—even on your busiest days. Inside these 90 days of Scripture, prayer, and encouragement, you'll find practical biblical wisdom to help you grow stronger in your faith, make wiser decisions, lead with integrity, and live with greater purpose. Each short devotional is designed to...

Read by the author. We all want to matter, right? We want to love people well and be loved in return. We want to have made a difference before our life is over. We want to have lived a full life without any regrets. In I Want to Matter, New York Times bestselling author and former Today show...

**This special edition, anniversary release invites you to get lost in 14 new chapters of never before told stories, chapters from the cutting room floor and all the life changing moments that were happening silently as this book originally went to press. The Gospel According to Alice: The Lost Chapters ties up the ends of the story not just for the author but also for the reader.** For the bibliophile in every family, start your day with your nose in a book discovering God between the lines of your favorite classic stories. Go on a heart touching and soul changing journey with this novel-...

Does finding time for faith feel like just another task on your endless to-do list? What if you could turn ordinary family moments into joyful conversations with God—in just five minutes a day—without adding extra pressure or guilt? This 100-activity devotional isn't just another book. It's a practical, heartwarming guide for busy parents who want to build genuine, lasting faith in their children's hearts. Designed for families with children ages 8-10, it offers Bible-based activities and hands-on experiences to weave God's Love, Prayer, Gratitude, and Kindness into everyday life—...

Waiting is often mistaken for inactivity or delay, but in reality, it is a form of discipline. It requires restraint, trust, and the courage to remain steady when outcomes are unclear. Daily Study #19: The Discipline of Waiting explores waiting as an active practice one that strengthens the heart, sharpens discernment, and prepares the mind for wise action. Drawing from Scripture and thoughtful reflection, this short daily study challenges readers to reconsider urgency, timing, and the pressure to force progress. This reflection is designed for readers who value: Short, focused daily ...

What If You Stopped Comparing Yourself—and Started Trusting What God Can Do Through You? We all want to feel like we're doing what matters. But when we compare ourselves to people we think "arrived sooner," we play it safe. Sometimes we don't try at all. And comparison isn't the only thing that holds us back. We worry about what other people think. We question whether we're capable. We want all the answers before we're willing to take the next step. That's the difference between self-confidence and God Confidence. In this practical 21-day journey — one that has already reached nearly ...

You’re four sentences into the prayer. Then you notice you’re not in it. Your mouth is still going, but somewhere back around thank You you left. You say amen into a silence that feels like a room nobody came into — and you’ve begun to assume the problem is you. If longer prayers never felt deeper — if you’ve run out of words when you needed them most — if you’ve prayed for years and were never sure God was listening — this book is for you. You never lost your prayer life. You inherited a standard no one in Scripture ever had to meet. Peter prayed three words going under. ...

When faith feels heavy, you are not alone. There are moments when belief doesn’t feel uplifting or clear. It feels quiet. Uncertain. Heavy. Grandpa Wisdom: When Faith Feels Heavy is a short, calming reflection written for those seasons—when answers feel distant, strength feels tired, and patience is required. This is not a sermon. It is not a lesson meant to correct or persuade. It is a gentle conversation meant to sit beside you. Inside this short reflection, you’ll find: Encouragement for moments of doubt and fatigue A calm, elder voice rooted in patience and experience Permission ...