God S Heart Our Hope

A reflection on the meaning and quality of Hope for the period of Lent and beyond

The bumper sticker announced: Hope Is Everything! The message sounds compelling, but something is missing. If hope is to be potent, it first must be grounded in the core teachings of Scripture. Anything less will never hold up; it will only fold up. This book has been written for the hungry hearts of Gods people in the pew. The objective is this: to explain the faith once delivered to the saints (Jude 3) in such a way that minds will be nourished, hearts warmed and wills inspired to respond with joy. I love this book! A real life changer Carol Bleich, Elementary School Teacher Revealing and reliable A masterful assembly of scripture. Hal Green, Vice President, NBC News (retired) Well worth having in your library and on your night stand. John Hunter, Retired Executive, Monsanto/Solutia Revolutionary in simplicity the writing is compelling. Tamra Nashman, Author/Lecturer/Business Woman Very well written Truly honors our God of love. Barbara Carol, Former Associate Editor, The Paris Review

The Bible reveals glorious things. And yet we often miss its power because we read it the same way we read any other book. In Reading the Bible Supernaturally, best-selling author John Piper teaches us how to read the Bible in light of its divine author. In doing so, he highlights the Bible's unique ability to reveal God to humanity in a way that informs our minds, transforms our hearts, and ignites our love. With insights into the biblical text drawn from decades of experience studying, preaching, and teaching Scripture, Piper helps us experience the transformative power of God's Word—a power that extends beyond the mere words on the page. Ultimately, Piper shows us that in the seemingly ordinary act of reading the Bible, something supernatural happens: we encounter the living God.

In five interwoven meditations, Mystical Hope shows how to recognize hope in our own lives, where it comes from, how to deepen it through prayer, and how to carry it into the world as a source of strength and renewal.

Are you going to let God be the focal point of your life when you are at college? Will you follow Him, even when it's not the popular thing to do? Popular author and speaker Mark Matlock helps incoming freshmen figure out if they are ready to combine faith and college by encouraging them to think about their faith in new ways.

Life can be hard at times, and we all need a little hope and encouragement for the various circumstances that we encounter. Whether it be a loss of some kind, physical or emotional pain, or just the day-to-day struggles that come our way, it is always good to know there is hope, there is healing, and that our hearts can be uplifted. In Hope and Healing for the Heart, Candee Armbruster shares what God has shown her regarding various circumstances that life may bring, with the hope of helping and encouraging others who may be struggling or who just need a little dose of inspiration. With various topics""like worry, fear, prayer, forgiveness, insecurity, and countless others""Candee shares what she has learned over the years about God's faithfulness and presence in our lives. This is not a chapter book but rather a book consisting of short inspirational readings with the goal of helping the reader draw closer to God as well as enhancing their faith and hope. As we draw near to Him, exercise our faith, and hold on to the hope He brings, there is healing for our hearts!

Losing means grieving. Grieving means choices. Choices mean hurt or healing. You’ve lost someone you love. Or you’re on the brink of losing your marriage. Your dreams. Your health. Or perhaps the trauma of your past pursues you into the present. Your life’s going to change. Which way it goes won’t be decided by your loss, but by the choices you make. At the crossroads of grief, one road will lead to hope and healing. The other, to more hurt. Hope When Your Heart Is Breaking is an honest look at both roads, and how your greatest loss can lead to your greatest gain. Author Ron Hutchcraft writes from the deep well of his own devastating loss and grief, and points you to the practical steps that lead to peace and wholeness. This book is a pathway to hope—a roadmap through the pain of grief and loss. Discover new strength through a new closeness to others and to God. And make the decisions that lead to comfort, growth, and life.