31 Reasons Why I Believe In God

"In the style of C.S. Lewis, Rick has given us a gift by pointing out the evidence for God's existence that can be found all around us if we know where to look." Dr. Mark W. Baker Could Our Lives Be Surrounded by Surprising Clues to God's Existence? We've all had doubts about God's existence—or we know people who have. What if we could uncover evidence of the reality of God that would bolster our faith or plant seeds of belief in the hearts of skeptics? This 31-day intellectual journey reveals hints of the divine all around us—in what we believe, what we love, what we have, and what we know. Discover how sports, superheroes, science, and dozens of other topics point to unexpected clues of God's existence. This carefully reasoned yet whimsical approach to a perplexing topic paves the way for meaningful dialogue between those who believe in God and those who are skeptical.

What can a drug dealer, Fortune 100 company manager, cancer patient, "weed-head" and church-boy have in common? Kenan Johnson answers this provocative question by sharing his deeply personal, poignant, and sometimes tumultuous story of going from a drug-dealing teenage father to a college graduate and Fortune 100 company manager to now an entrepreneur with a Kingdom purpose. From beginning to end, the main constant throughout Kenan's life has been God's grace, which has been expressed in various ways through various people, including his parents, co-workers and strangers alike. Read Kenan's story and experience his varied, intriguing and awe-inspiring 31 reasons for believing in God.

What can a drug dealer, Fortune 100 company manager, cancer patient, "weed-head" and church-boy have in common? Kenan Johnson answers this provocative question by sharing his deeply personal, poignant, and sometimes tumultuous story of going from a drug-dealing teenage father to a college graduate and Fortune 100 company manager to now an entrepreneur with a Kingdom purpose. From beginning to end, the main constant throughout Kenan's life has been God's grace, which has been expressed in various ways through various people, including his parents, co-workers and strangers alike. Read Kenan's story and experience his varied, intriguing and awe-inspiring 31 reasons for believing in God.For information about the author and his endeavors: UnitedLifesavers.comTake a look at what some readers have said about the book: Bridget wrote: "This book is awesome. Really one of the best I read in years! Interesting when Kenan tried to ignore God as a young teenager and later finally accepted God in his life. I find it so inspiring how God rised him above his circumstances and when he spoke to Kenan. This book is really encouraging others what God can do for you, turn your life around and make your vision still come true. I also like the individual bible scripture to each experience. In some descriptions I can relate to Kenan and I'm very grateful for it. It will help me in my relationship with God to grow and rise above my inner turmoil life situations. Kenan, Be blessed 1000 times for writing "31 reasons . .. believe in God" and share it. Excellent life-transforming testimony. Just what I needed! Great to learn how God's love and grace is beyond."TN wrote: "I loved this book. What a great testimony. It should be required reading for all young adults."Uniqua Ratford wrote: "This book 31 Reasons Why I believe in God is very inspiring and uplifting. It's a great read for someone trying to find their path in life. The author Kenan Johnson really shared some powerful testimonies that I'm sure many people can relate to. A great read for the troubled youth."Kay Lynn Loyed wrote: "I loved the way he told his story. I also loved the way God pulled him back when he was backsliding.God is amazing."Myesha Cleveland wrote: "Written to reach the masses, this devotional definitely had some laugh out loud moments. The testimonies are vivid, engaging and thought provoking. Kenan's limpidity is very refreshing. This book will serve as a great instrument in reaching people from all walks of life."Alisha wrote: "If I wasn't a believer this book would compel me to look into it at the very least. As a believer Kenan has a very compelling story. It strengthens my faith that God is looking out for His own."Michelle Thomas wrote: "This book clearly reflects how God's grace has worked in this young man's life and is a true testimony that must be passed on to others. This book has been a blessing to me."BoZenna Payne wrote: "Awesome testimony. Very transparent and relatable. Makes you think twice about your everyday interactions. Couldn't put it down!!! Loved it!"Garnette DaCosta wrote: "I was like; I do not want to waste any time reading another book, just to be reading. But to my surprise from the moment I started reading I could not put the book down. This book is not just about the author. It is about every person life, it will encourage and challenge you while giving hope and inspiration. It outline how God is in the background desiring to protect, lead and guide us in our purpose, if we would simply take the time to acknowledge Him.

God does many things we do not understand. When faced with suffering, sickness, death, and confusion, most people can ask only one question: why? Elisabeth Elliot, one of the outstanding women of present-day Christianity, knows too well this feeling of uncertainty. But she also knows that God will answer. Now releasing with a fresh cover, On Asking God Why is a perceptive collection of Elisabeth Elliot's own meditations that confront the many issues we must deal with in our daily lives, from the ordinary occurrence of another birthday to serious topics like funerals, abortion, and divorce. With great insight and candor, Elliot reminds readers that we can overcome our fears when we decide to question God, because in Him we can find every answer we need.

“Is it working? Your belief system, that is. Is it really working? God’s intention all along has been for the believer’s life to work. From divine perspective toward terrestrial turf, God meant for his children to succeed. . . Are our Christian lives successful? Are they achieving and experiencing what Scripture said they would? In a recent sermon my son-in-law preached, Curt told us the only way we were going to impact the world and the next generation is to prove that our faith in Christ is real and that it works. For countless Christians I’m convinced it’s real. My concern is whether or not we have the fruit to suggest it works.”—Beth Moore; Believing God

The picture of God as a loving father may for some be a puzzle especially given that religion has painted God as a diety similar to Zeus waiting on the edge of his seat to raid a shower of lightning bolts to put us in our place. Or, we want to believe that God is indeed an incredible God of love yet, we wonder if he really loves us or sees us as worthy. However, God even in his majesty and might is a God of lavish love whose heart is turned towards you in devotion. For this purpose, I created 31 Days of Psalms - Revealing God's Heart. I wanted to draw you, the reader, into a deeper understanding of God's lavish love towards you, and the truth that he is intricately involved in the everyday moments of your life. Here you will find thirty-one Psalms and verses to meditate on and include in your daily time with God. In many ways, it is akin to a devotional book. Join me and a variety of other passionate Jesus writers as we explore the book of Psalms together.

The Bible teaches that the goal of the Christian life is to become like Jesus—for our own personal growth and for the sake of others. Every believer needs to ask three big questions: What do I believe? What should I do? And who am I becoming? In Think, Act, Be Like Jesus, bestselling author and pastor Randy Frazee helps readers grasp the vision of the Christian life and get started on the journey of discipleship. After unfolding the revolutionary dream of Jesus and showing how our lives fit into the big picture of what God is doing in the world, Frazee walks readers through thirty short chapters exploring the ten core beliefs, ten core practices, and ten core virtues that help disciples to think, act, and be more like Jesus Christ. This compelling new book can be used in conjunction with the 30-week all-church Believe campaign or read separately as an individual study. Either way, readers will deepen their understanding of what it means to not just know the Story of God, but to live it.

What if God has purposed your marriage for something so much more than "happily ever after?" Since the very beginning, God's design for marriage has been for husbands and wives to be ambassadors of holy love to a hurting world. Still, too many couples stop short at happy and wonder why they feel unsatisfied. Rather than "you and me against the world," God calls each couple to the rich and meaningful mission of "you and me for the world." In Marriage After God, Aaron and Jennifer Smith, popular marriage bloggers at HusbandRevolution.com and UnveiledWife.com, transparently share their own journey of turning a marriage in crisis into a marriage built on Christ's redemptive love. With fresh biblical insight and intimate stories of their own struggles and victories, this book will guide you toward a God-centered, ministry-minded, and thriving marriage. Throughout Marriage After God, you'll learn to: Discover the signature marks of a marriage after God Find principles for building an unshakable marriage foundation Let God's story take the lead in your love story Recognize the tools God has already equipped you with for a missional life together Filled with timeless wisdom, this thorough and practical book will empower you and your spouse to dream, decide, and do as you step hand in hand into God's ultimate purpose for your marriage. God has created your remarkable, romantic, and redemptive relationship to be a powerful light to a dark and hurting world. Let Marriage After God be your invitation to marriage as God intended--a life-saving, hope-inspiring, and transforming force of God's love. Praise for Marriage After God: "This book is an incredible resource for anyone trying to grow or step into a healthier and more life-giving marriage. Aaron and Jen pull no punches; are honest, raw, and authentic; and show that a marriage in pursuit of Jesus can change the world." --Jefferson Bethke, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus > Religion "There is a short list of books I'm stashing away for my three small kiddos to read when they are older--Marriage After God is one of them. Dear couples of the world, you have picked up a treasure! This book will give you clear direction to live out God's will for your marriage. There is no greater gift you can give yourselves than to run after Him together. Marriage After God will show you how!" --Lara Casey, author of Cultivate and Make It Happen