Smiles Of God

Therese of Lisieux was dubbed The Little Flower. Taking this as her theme, Felicity Leng has shown how Therese's flowering as a Saint was a process of hardship, inner conflict and physical and moral endurance. The Little Way (her spiriual message) has become something immensely appealing to people from all walks of life. There is constant demand for books on Therese, yet no book or article on her has shown the various sources of her flower imagery and how she drew on them to shape her unique vision of herself and her never-ending relationship with God, people, the Church and the natural world. The reader is constantly pointed to Therese as a living personality with a mature creative imagination. Her concept of purpose, redemption, effort, suffering and joy, now and hereafter, is gradually constructed throughout the book.

Perfect as a gift or to keep for their own use, customers will love this collection of uplifting quotes and verses that focus on their incredible value and God?'s delight in them. Open this charming journal and discover a refreshing perspective on every page, the reminder that we hold a place next to God?'s heart. No matter what anyone else thinks of us, we can run to God and receive that heartwarming smile... a smile that brings peace, blessing, and favor. On the lined pages, journalers can write their own prayers, record their gifts and gratitude, or give their heart?'s response to the encouraging quotes and complementary Scriptures. As they progress from page to page, they will celebrate God?'s love and feel the amazing warmth of His smile.

Therese of Lisieux was dubbed The Little Flower. Taking this as her theme, Felicity Leng has shown how Therese's flowering as a Saint was a process of hardship, inner conflict and physical and moral endurance. The Little Way (her spiritual message) has become something immensely appealing to people from all walks of life. There is constant demand for books on Therese, yet no book or article on her has shown the various sources of her flower imagery and how she drew on them to shape her unique vision of herself and her never-ending relationship with God, people, the Church and the natural world. The reader is constantly pointed to Therese as a living personality with a mature creative imagination. Her concept of purpose, redemption, effort, suffering and joy, now and hereafter, is gradually constructed throughout the book.

God's nature never ceases to amaze! While touring Abraham Lincoln's boyhood home in Indiana, I took a photograph of sunflowers. When the photograph was developed, its negative showed one flower with a smiley face. I was inspired to write the poem "Divine Reflections." The poem is condensed and illustrated for children to enjoy. I hope parents will interact with their children as they read the book together, explaining the illustrations and discovering the analogy of being a reflection and having a divine purpose in life. A smile lights up the world. I have watched as senior adults look at a smiling child with expressions of delight on their faces. There is beauty in nature and beauty in children, who are all special creations of God. In the process of illustrating this book, I included my children and myself as a means of having something to pass on to future generations. It was a "God thing" on my tenth illustration when paint thinner was purposefully splashed on the canvas to make a different background effect; the splashes look like little sunflowers and an image of Jesus' face appears below the wilting sunflower! See if you can find him! Thanks to Bishop Lindsey Davis of the Kentucky United Methodist Conference for including my book on his list of the Top Five Recommended Books for the annual conference.

Bible Study with Digital Video Sessions Included. Find Access Code on Back Page of Book! Many women live with anticipation—but also great anxiety—about what the future may bring. So they work hard to stay one step ahead of their worst-case scenarios. While they’re focused on arranging a secure tomorrow, their fear strangles the peace, joy, and purpose from today. With the Proverbs 31 woman as a guide, Katy McCown takes readers on a five-week journey to discover how to find security in God’s plans and confidence in His control. McCown’s Bible study provides a fresh perspective of the Proverbs 31 woman to make her more accessible than ever before. Features: 6 digital video sessions easily accessed online Personal or Group Study with 5 weeks of personal study segments to complete between 6 weeks of group sessions Practical tools for overcoming anxiety and fear rooted in God’s word A Joy-Filled Invitation to Move the Weight of the World from Your Shoulders to God’s

God’s nature never ceases to amaze! While touring Abraham Lincoln’s boyhood home in Indiana, I took a photograph of sunflowers. When the photograph was developed, its negative showed one flower with a smiley face. I was inspired to write the poem “Divine Reflections.” The poem is condensed and illustrated for children to enjoy. I hope parents will interact with their children as they read the book together, explaining the illustrations and discovering the analogy of being a reflection and having a divine purpose in life. A smile lights up the world. I have watched as senior adults look at a smiling child with expressions of delight on their faces. There is beauty in nature and beauty in children, who are all special creations of God. In the process of illustrating this book, I included my children and myself as a means of having something to pass on to future generations. It was a “God thing” on my tenth illustration when paint thinner was purposefully splashed on the canvas to make a different background effect; the splashes look like little sunflowers and an image of Jesus’ face appears below the wilting sunflower! See if you can find him! Thanks to Bishop Lindsey Davis of the Kentucky United Methodist Conference for including my book on his list of the Top Five Recommended Books for the annual conference.

Bestselling author Sherwood Wirt gives readers a fresh view of a basic but neglected side of God's character: joy. In "The God Who Smiles", readers are pointed to God's original plan that believers are able to joyfully love Him and one another. Using true-life examples, biblical insights and gentle humor, Wirt tackles such practical questions as: What is the joy of the Lord all about? What if someone feels there is nothing to be joyful about?