Author: Linda H. Hollies
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1608991903
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 129
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But what can I do this day to these my [children] or to their children whom they have borne? --Genesis 31:43 There is an adjustment that must occur internally when you have felt that parenting days were finished. There is an emotional shifting that must take place when cooking, grocery shopping, and meal planning have stopped being a primary consideration. There is a major spiritual engagement that takes place when a child is put into your care that you did not plan for and birth. Prayer is essential! --from Pilgrim Prayers for Grandmothers Raising Children Author Linda H. Hollies has created a book dedicated to the ever-increasing and contemporary phenomenon of grandmothers raising their grandchildren. Currently raising a grandson, Hollies has firsthand experience with parenting the second time around, and enthusiastically shares her journey and insights, offering comfort, inspiration, and ways to turn a predicament into the opportunity of a lifetime. Each of the 45 chapters contains an anecdote and/or observation, a brief Scripture passage, and a heartfelt prayer, and concludes with a prayer focus to help readers center themselves.
Author: Various Authors,
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 0310408776
Category : Bibles
Languages : en
Pages : 7923
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For many women, being a grandmother is God’s finest gift—they have achieved great depth of experience and breadth of love, and they have grandchildren with whom to share these qualities. The Grandmother’s Bible is the first Bible published for this active, engaged, Bible-reading audience. Over 60 well-known Christian women—including Ruth Graham, Elisa Morgan, Elizabeth George, Thelma Wells, Karen Kingsbury, and Carol Cymbala—share their thoughts, stories, and encouragement in this Bible’s articles and daily devotionals. With a focus on daily prayer, this uniquely personal Bible offers guidance, inspiration, and practical tools as grandmothers share their love and God’s Word with their grandchildren. Features: • 365 devotions – readings draw grandmothers closer to their Lord and to their grandchildren • Grandchild in Focus – a simple plan to help grandmothers pray regularly for their grandchildren • Praying the Scriptures for Your Grandchild – Bible verses in a prayer format • Stories to Share – over 150 key Bible stories ideal for sharing specific life lessons • Talking Points – a practical guide for using Scripture to discuss over 40 relevant topics, such as salvation, knowing God’s will, friendship, etc. • Perspectives – original, thought-provoking articles addressing personal aspirations and the joys and challenges of being a grandmother • Special sleeve to hold grandchild’s photo • Custom presentation pages • Two-color design in an easy-to-read type • Book introductions, topical index, and more • Complete New International Version
Author: Susan M. Northey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780829815863
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 148
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Northey, a cancer survivor, has written stories that reflect the lives of people who are living with cancer. She shares her own story and writes about other cancer survivors she has met during her years of treatment and attending survival meetings. The 33 stories, which offer a human side to living with cancer, will give insight to those battling cancer and those who care for them. The thought provoking and moving stories that end with scripture and prayer will provide readers with the reassurance of God's grace, mercy, and omnipresence during difficult times.
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Category : Church libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 318
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Author: Sheron C. Patterson
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ISBN: 9780829816969
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 228
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[ital]Put on Your Crown![ital] is a result of the relationship advice Patterson has shared with viewers of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and readers of [ital]Jet[ital] magazine, as well as her interviews/surveys with over 100 women seeking relationships and on-air advice and questions from her radio broadcast that reaches over half a million listeners in 50 cities. Combined with wit and humor, [ital]Put on Your Crown![ital] empowers single Christian woman to learn to love themselves even when they feel unlovable because they are single.
Author: Linda H. Hollies
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780829815580
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 228
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Trumpet in Zion: Worship Resources, Year C is a "read-to-use" handbook for pastors and worship teams that addresses God in the voice, verbiage, and expression of African Americans in worship. As with Hollies' previously released Trumpet in Zion: Worship Resources, Year A and Year B, Year C is an excellent sourcebook for African American congregations and worship planners seeking multicultural worship resources. Based on the Revised Common Lectionary, Year C includes a call to worship, call to confession, prayer of confession, words of assurance, responsive reading based on the Psalter, offertory invitation and praise, benediction, and blessing for each Sunday. It is also highly adaptable, making it an ideal resource for congregations who do not follow the lectionary. Book jacket.
Author: Jodie Berndt
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 0310348072
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 320
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OVER 500,000 SOLD IN THE PRAYING THE SCRIPTURES SERIES As parents of adult children, we often worry about whether our children will make good choices when they're on their own. Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children provides you with biblically based prayers and encouraging stories to guide you as you pray for your adult children through anything they face. Parent and author Jodie Berndt understands what it's like to release children into the world and still care deeply about them and everything they're up against in life. In Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children, Jodie shares prayers designed with your adult children in mind, whether they're just leaving the nest, flying well on their own, or struggling to take off at all. Jodie shares advice on navigating all aspects of adulthood with encouraging stories from experienced parents who are praying their children through real-life issues like leaving the church, struggling with health concerns, navigating broken marriages, fighting addiction, dealing with financial problems, and more. In Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children, Jodie addresses some of the most difficult questions that confront parents: How can I support my children when they make decisions I disagree with? Is it too late to start praying for my children? What does the Bible teach us about praying for our children? With the grace and wisdom of someone who's been there, Jodie shares the tools and encouragement you need to find the strength to keep praying, even as you doubt yourself and grieve over your children's choices. Whatever you're praying for, Praying the Scriptures for Your Adult Children will help you find confidence and peace taken straight from Scripture, guiding you to the bedrock of God's promises as you release your children to God's shepherding care.
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2576
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Author: Catherine Wiley
Publisher: Veritas Press
ISBN: 9781847302533
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 128
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Beautiful prayers that pour out love and affection for grandparents, alive and deceased.
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 964
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