Praise The Lord

Imagine knowing you only have several more hours to live. Picture the faces of your loved ones gathered around you. Allow the emotions to rise up in your heart. What would you say? John 13–17 records Jesus’ last words to the disciples before His death, revealing what was most important to Him. When we study those words and prayers today, we enter deep into the heart of Jesus and come away changed: overwhelmed by the love of God, inspired to follow Him, and empowered to spread the gospel. His Last Words is an 7-week Bible study that plumbs the depths of Jesus’ final teachings to the disciples. It features: A verse-by-verse study of John 13–17 and portions of John 18–21 Five lessons each week, one set aside for reflection and prayer Discussion questions for small groups Two weeks for review, reflection, and application and more Jesus’ last words are words of eternal life—powerful and full of love. If you’ve been longing for more intimacy in your relationship with God, more meaning in your life, and more boldness in your witness, His Last Words will draw you into just what you need: the Word of God.

What is your story? It is a question author Taysha Morales asks readers in her new book, This time I will praise the Lord. In life, especially right now, disappointments, hardships, and uncertainties are filling people's minds and hearts, leading many to wonder if things will ever get better. Taysha had her own moments of wondering what God was doing in her life as well, as she came to terms with many challenges in her personal and professional lives. But as she learned, and imparts to readers, God shouldn't be second-guessed in how He can turn your story around. This time I will praise the Lord gives inspirational testaments to readers of how believing and praising God can lead to radical transformation in their lives. As Taysha exemplifies through the story of Leah in the Bible, God can turn your life around when you willingly give Him the opportunity to lead your life. Whether it is understanding what season of God's plan you might be in right now to understanding how certain stories of the Bible can reveal meaningful truths of God's love, readers will regain a sense of purpose and drive to know who God has created them to be. This book provides the tools readers need to help their discarded dreams come alive again, while understanding they were created in the image of God for a purpose in His ultimate plan of salvation. And as you see your life taking a different direction than before, you will want to do nothing more than praise the heavenly Father who never left nor forsaken you. So, what is your story? It should be a story of how God knew exactly who you were before you knew yourself and believes you are a special part of His ultimate plan. Taysha Morales was born in Michigan and raised in Puerto Rico. She is the third child of four girls and the first to serve in ministry as a Pastor's wife. She enjoys reading and writing as well as baking desserts for church activities and friends and family.

Praise the Lord!: Document Your Daily Praise to God - Large Print Edition Learn How to Begin the Practice of Praising God Every Day: Praise is positive by its very nature so become a positive person through praising the Lord. (After all, you cannot gripe and praise at the same time!) Use this blank-lined journal format to document your praise journey by writing down new insights about praising the Lord. Learn to Avoid this Unfortunate Substitute for Praising God: Throughout the Bible we are urged to Praise God. Yet in many Christian circles, people will say "Praise the Lord!" yet no one actually does. In fact, it seems that phrase urging people to praise God has become a substitute for actually doing so! Determine that whenever you hear someone say "Praise the Lord!", actually doing so, giving praise as to Who God Is in your life! Learn How to Establish the Priority of Praising God: Praise is ascribing worth to God above everything else in your life. To give praise to God is much more than a verbal declaration. Focus on the attributes of God whenever you worship, sing, pray, or share your faith, because praise flows from within, revealing your personal relationship to God through Christ. Learn How Praising the Lord Helps You Become a Positive Witness of God's Grace: Journaling your Praise Daily will transform your Christian life as you become a positive person of praise! Document How Witnessing Opportunities were the result of Your Positive Praise.

Our faith in Jesus is a daily walk with Him. Each day we look to Jesus for everything we need as we walk through life. Strengthen your daily walk with these 365 daily devotions to encourage and challenge you.