Author: Dianne Bergant
Publisher: Paulist Press
ISBN: 9780809146734
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
The author of America magazine's "The Word" column (2002-2005) uses images from classical and popular culture and draws parallels between the contemporary Christian and our Old and New Testament forebears to bring vividly to life the Word of God as proclaimed in the Lectionary readings for each week. Readers will be moved by the lyric richness of her language and her direct yet dignified style to engage the Word for all seasons and to ponder the challenging questions she poses. +
The Word for Every Season
Author: Dianne Bergant
Publisher: Paulist Press
ISBN: 9780809146734
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
The author of America magazine's "The Word" column (2002-2005) uses images from classical and popular culture and draws parallels between the contemporary Christian and our Old and New Testament forebears to bring vividly to life the Word of God as proclaimed in the Lectionary readings for each week. Readers will be moved by the lyric richness of her language and her direct yet dignified style to engage the Word for all seasons and to ponder the challenging questions she poses. +
Publisher: Paulist Press
ISBN: 9780809146734
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
The author of America magazine's "The Word" column (2002-2005) uses images from classical and popular culture and draws parallels between the contemporary Christian and our Old and New Testament forebears to bring vividly to life the Word of God as proclaimed in the Lectionary readings for each week. Readers will be moved by the lyric richness of her language and her direct yet dignified style to engage the Word for all seasons and to ponder the challenging questions she poses. +
Humorous Stories for Life's Seasons
Author: Irene Bryan
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1098074777
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Life is a journey which the soul embarks on. It is like an unfinished book, waiting to add new chapters from stories not yet written. One never knows what the journey will carry one through or even the seasons the journey will bring forth. Only God knows. Yesterday one could have been in a Desert season. Today one could be in a Valley season, looking up at the Mountains. The same God who was with one in their Desert season is the same God with one today in their Valley season, with the view of the Mountains that surround one. The comfort and peace to the believer's soul is knowing that God can be trusted in every season. As you read and reflect on these little humorous stories of life's seasons, I pray and hope that you will enjoy one or two little chuckles. I also pray that you may be able to relate and identify with the characters Mountain, Valley, Foothill, Hillside, Flatland, Rangeland, Desert, and Lowland as each goes through the difficulties, disappointments, and ups and downs. Most often, these are part of what some of life's seasons cause the heart and soul to feel and experience. Enjoy the laughter, love, and lessons from Humorous Stories for Life's Seasons. Remember that laughter is good for the soul.
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1098074777
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Life is a journey which the soul embarks on. It is like an unfinished book, waiting to add new chapters from stories not yet written. One never knows what the journey will carry one through or even the seasons the journey will bring forth. Only God knows. Yesterday one could have been in a Desert season. Today one could be in a Valley season, looking up at the Mountains. The same God who was with one in their Desert season is the same God with one today in their Valley season, with the view of the Mountains that surround one. The comfort and peace to the believer's soul is knowing that God can be trusted in every season. As you read and reflect on these little humorous stories of life's seasons, I pray and hope that you will enjoy one or two little chuckles. I also pray that you may be able to relate and identify with the characters Mountain, Valley, Foothill, Hillside, Flatland, Rangeland, Desert, and Lowland as each goes through the difficulties, disappointments, and ups and downs. Most often, these are part of what some of life's seasons cause the heart and soul to feel and experience. Enjoy the laughter, love, and lessons from Humorous Stories for Life's Seasons. Remember that laughter is good for the soul.
In Every Season
Author: Alvin Frank
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1039195024
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
Life is composed of many seasons—not just the meteorological ones, but also the physical, emotional, and spiritual ones we journey through on the path of life. In Every Season: 101 Devotionals for the Journey, Pastor Alvin Frank takes readers through a variety of Old and New Testament scriptures that align not only with annual seasons but also with the expected (and unexpected) seasons of our lives. By focusing on themes such as love, salvation and the cross, redemption, and transformation, Pastor Frank encourages readers to navigate each season with hope and trust in the God who loves them intimately. Over the course of the 101 devotionals, readers will be challenged to have the faith of Nehemiah, the courage of Esther, and the mind of Christ. They’ll grow in their faith and knowledge of God as our Father, who is passionate in His love for us and never stops working on our behalf, even when we can’t see or feel it. Through it all, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ acts as an anchor in every season of life. In Every Season meets readers where they are on their personal spiritual journeys, and the insights and reflections contained within its pages will help them take the next step closer to God. This inspirational devotional is ideal for both individual and group study, and will be a valuable companion in times of prayer and scripture study.
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1039195024
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 247
Book Description
Life is composed of many seasons—not just the meteorological ones, but also the physical, emotional, and spiritual ones we journey through on the path of life. In Every Season: 101 Devotionals for the Journey, Pastor Alvin Frank takes readers through a variety of Old and New Testament scriptures that align not only with annual seasons but also with the expected (and unexpected) seasons of our lives. By focusing on themes such as love, salvation and the cross, redemption, and transformation, Pastor Frank encourages readers to navigate each season with hope and trust in the God who loves them intimately. Over the course of the 101 devotionals, readers will be challenged to have the faith of Nehemiah, the courage of Esther, and the mind of Christ. They’ll grow in their faith and knowledge of God as our Father, who is passionate in His love for us and never stops working on our behalf, even when we can’t see or feel it. Through it all, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ acts as an anchor in every season of life. In Every Season meets readers where they are on their personal spiritual journeys, and the insights and reflections contained within its pages will help them take the next step closer to God. This inspirational devotional is ideal for both individual and group study, and will be a valuable companion in times of prayer and scripture study.
Keeping the Faith
Author: Lianna Davis
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802497950
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
An In-Depth, Theologically-Rich Study of the Book of Jude In a culture of subjectivity and "speaking your truth," we need to know how to lovingly fight for our biblically-based, truth-filled faith. That’s where Jude comes in. With a striking combination of humility, genuine love, doctrinal faithfulness, and directness, the biblical writer Jude teaches you how to treasure the gifts of salvation, the faith, the Church, and—most of all—Jesus Christ. By unpacking Jude’s meaning-laden words, we can learn to keep ourselves for Christ, even as Christ is ably keeping us for Himself. You’ll be amazed at how much you can learn as you walk verse-by-verse through this small epistle. In this 6-week study, you’ll learn: Why Jude uses metaphors like waterless clouds and wild waves What was going on in Jude’s time theologically and why it matters Why the warning passages can be a deep comfort to the believer To appreciate new dimensions of your belonging in Christ Get to know the oft-neglected voice of Jude, be comforted and challenged in your faith, and build community as you gather friends and study His Word together in Keeping the Faith.
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802497950
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
An In-Depth, Theologically-Rich Study of the Book of Jude In a culture of subjectivity and "speaking your truth," we need to know how to lovingly fight for our biblically-based, truth-filled faith. That’s where Jude comes in. With a striking combination of humility, genuine love, doctrinal faithfulness, and directness, the biblical writer Jude teaches you how to treasure the gifts of salvation, the faith, the Church, and—most of all—Jesus Christ. By unpacking Jude’s meaning-laden words, we can learn to keep ourselves for Christ, even as Christ is ably keeping us for Himself. You’ll be amazed at how much you can learn as you walk verse-by-verse through this small epistle. In this 6-week study, you’ll learn: Why Jude uses metaphors like waterless clouds and wild waves What was going on in Jude’s time theologically and why it matters Why the warning passages can be a deep comfort to the believer To appreciate new dimensions of your belonging in Christ Get to know the oft-neglected voice of Jude, be comforted and challenged in your faith, and build community as you gather friends and study His Word together in Keeping the Faith.
For Every Season
Author: Cindy Woodsmall
Publisher: WaterBrook
ISBN: 0307730077
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Working hard to develop a new Amish community outside of Unity, Maine, Rhoda Byler is fully committed to rehabilitating an orchard with business partner Samuel King. But an impulsive decision has created an unexpected strain in her relationship with her beau, Samuel’s brother, Jacob, threatening plans for the orchard. Amidst mounting tension in matters of the heart and business, Rhoda finds that this fledging settlement feels like the home she has always longed for, and she begins to embrace the God-given, heightened intuition that has always felt like a burden to her. She longs for Jacob to fully be free of his past, so they can work towards the future together. But as Rhoda uses her gift to unpack an old secret with her Englisch neighbors, it is not her beau but an unlikely ally that cheers her on. With the orchard on shaky ground and Jacob’s plans in question, Rhoda is determined to see things through to harvest. But can she trust her insight to direct her path in matters of the heart?
Publisher: WaterBrook
ISBN: 0307730077
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Working hard to develop a new Amish community outside of Unity, Maine, Rhoda Byler is fully committed to rehabilitating an orchard with business partner Samuel King. But an impulsive decision has created an unexpected strain in her relationship with her beau, Samuel’s brother, Jacob, threatening plans for the orchard. Amidst mounting tension in matters of the heart and business, Rhoda finds that this fledging settlement feels like the home she has always longed for, and she begins to embrace the God-given, heightened intuition that has always felt like a burden to her. She longs for Jacob to fully be free of his past, so they can work towards the future together. But as Rhoda uses her gift to unpack an old secret with her Englisch neighbors, it is not her beau but an unlikely ally that cheers her on. With the orchard on shaky ground and Jacob’s plans in question, Rhoda is determined to see things through to harvest. But can she trust her insight to direct her path in matters of the heart?
Every Season Prayers
Author: Scotty Smith
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1493401491
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Topically Arranged Prayers for Individual, Family, and Church God calls us to pray, and we want to talk to our heavenly Father. But so often we don't know what to say, or we feel like our words are getting no higher than the ceiling above us. Prayer should draw us closer to God, but guilt over past prayerlessness or confusion over what to pray can have the opposite result. In the pages of Every Season Prayers, pastor Scotty Smith offers readers a treasure trove of prayers that will lead them into a more intimate relationship with God. Topically arranged so readers can easily find the sentiments that match their needs, issues, and moods, this delightful book includes prayers for: · everyday concerns, from health and relationship issues to expressing gratitude · voicing our feelings, stories, and struggles to God · listening to the heart of God · congregational confession and worship · Advent, Lent, and Passion Week · and more No matter what their season of life or their daily reality, readers will find a prayer that they can lift up to God.
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1493401491
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Topically Arranged Prayers for Individual, Family, and Church God calls us to pray, and we want to talk to our heavenly Father. But so often we don't know what to say, or we feel like our words are getting no higher than the ceiling above us. Prayer should draw us closer to God, but guilt over past prayerlessness or confusion over what to pray can have the opposite result. In the pages of Every Season Prayers, pastor Scotty Smith offers readers a treasure trove of prayers that will lead them into a more intimate relationship with God. Topically arranged so readers can easily find the sentiments that match their needs, issues, and moods, this delightful book includes prayers for: · everyday concerns, from health and relationship issues to expressing gratitude · voicing our feelings, stories, and struggles to God · listening to the heart of God · congregational confession and worship · Advent, Lent, and Passion Week · and more No matter what their season of life or their daily reality, readers will find a prayer that they can lift up to God.
Words of Wisdom
Author: Holly Ironfield
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1606472941
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
As a young writer I ask myself this question how many people out there lack wisdom and encouragement? How many people do not know what the wisdom of the Lord is? There are so many people in life who are struggling and are not sure which way to turn. There are those who are hurting and discouraged who need God's healing touch. There are those who need to be uplifted in God's word. The good news is there is hope in this life in which we live. You can live in total victory. In this poem book there is words of wisdom. You will find words of encouragement for different situations in your life. With God you can do all things through Christ who gives you strength. There is nothing to big for God. For even your greatest pain he can surely take. My name is Holly Ironfield. I am 23 years old. I was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. I graduated from High School in 2004. I am happily married to my husband Josh and have been blessed with my 3-year-old son Landon. I accepted Jesus as my Savior when I was 10 years old in 1995. I love Jesus with all of my heart. I go to church and love to serve at the church that we attend. I enjoy talking to people about Jesus and the great things that he has done in my life. I enjoy encouraging people in their walk with Jesus and praying for them. I also enjoy sharing the free gift of salvation with others. Jesus strongly spoke to my heart and placed a deep desire in my heart about writing this poem book.
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1606472941
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 430
Book Description
As a young writer I ask myself this question how many people out there lack wisdom and encouragement? How many people do not know what the wisdom of the Lord is? There are so many people in life who are struggling and are not sure which way to turn. There are those who are hurting and discouraged who need God's healing touch. There are those who need to be uplifted in God's word. The good news is there is hope in this life in which we live. You can live in total victory. In this poem book there is words of wisdom. You will find words of encouragement for different situations in your life. With God you can do all things through Christ who gives you strength. There is nothing to big for God. For even your greatest pain he can surely take. My name is Holly Ironfield. I am 23 years old. I was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. I graduated from High School in 2004. I am happily married to my husband Josh and have been blessed with my 3-year-old son Landon. I accepted Jesus as my Savior when I was 10 years old in 1995. I love Jesus with all of my heart. I go to church and love to serve at the church that we attend. I enjoy talking to people about Jesus and the great things that he has done in my life. I enjoy encouraging people in their walk with Jesus and praying for them. I also enjoy sharing the free gift of salvation with others. Jesus strongly spoke to my heart and placed a deep desire in my heart about writing this poem book.
Love in Every Season
Author: Debra Fileta
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736977597
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
An Invitation to Love Well Through the Four Seasons Every relationship goes through four life-changing seasons that play a pivotal role in taking your relationship to the next level. But depending on how you navigate each season, your relationship will either strengthen and grow, or it will slowly begin to fade. Maybe your relationship is in the first blooms of spring, when friendship takes root and attraction blossoms. Maybe you’re in the season of summer, and things are starting to heat up—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Maybe you’re deep in fall, and your true colors are starting to shine through. Or maybe you’re in winter, when the passion cools down and it would be all too easy to let the relationship freeze over. Whether you’re single, dating, engaged or married, join author, counselor, and relationship expert Debra Fileta, creator of TrueLoveDates.com, as she takes you on an eye-opening psychological and spiritual journey through the four seasons of every healthy relationship. You’ll learn to… Recognize each season as it comes and navigate it with intention, focus, and practical steps. Avoid the pitfalls of each stage by preparing for the hard moments and seeing them as opportunities to grow and connect. Celebrate not just the magical moments of each season, but the day-to-day choices that pave the way for a lasting relationship. No matter what your relationship status, you’re invited on a journey to strengthen and grow your love in every season.
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736977597
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
An Invitation to Love Well Through the Four Seasons Every relationship goes through four life-changing seasons that play a pivotal role in taking your relationship to the next level. But depending on how you navigate each season, your relationship will either strengthen and grow, or it will slowly begin to fade. Maybe your relationship is in the first blooms of spring, when friendship takes root and attraction blossoms. Maybe you’re in the season of summer, and things are starting to heat up—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Maybe you’re deep in fall, and your true colors are starting to shine through. Or maybe you’re in winter, when the passion cools down and it would be all too easy to let the relationship freeze over. Whether you’re single, dating, engaged or married, join author, counselor, and relationship expert Debra Fileta, creator of TrueLoveDates.com, as she takes you on an eye-opening psychological and spiritual journey through the four seasons of every healthy relationship. You’ll learn to… Recognize each season as it comes and navigate it with intention, focus, and practical steps. Avoid the pitfalls of each stage by preparing for the hard moments and seeing them as opportunities to grow and connect. Celebrate not just the magical moments of each season, but the day-to-day choices that pave the way for a lasting relationship. No matter what your relationship status, you’re invited on a journey to strengthen and grow your love in every season.
Every Season in a Marriage Has Benediction
Author: Dr Anniekie Ravhudzulo
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1493141562
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The Seasons of Marriage Marriage life has different seasons. It doesnt matter whether you are a newlywed or have been married for years, there will definitely be times in your marriage relationship when you feel frustrated, sad, angry, irritated, or confused. On the hand, there will also be times in your marriage when you feel completely in love, bonded, connected, secure, and happy. Moments of thoughtfulness, playfulness, exploration, discovery, and quiet time together can make you feel like you are living in your own world. There is nothing good than feeling loved, like everything in your relationship is just connecting. In marriage, there are two big categories of seasons namely: internal and external. External marital seasons are those difficult situations, matters and issues of which we have absolutely no control. Internal marital problems are issues that develop from within the marriage over which both spouses have control. A successful couple understand that in order to maintain happiness and balance in their marriage, they must learn how to change their gears. When complications arise, these couples communicate, take the risk to express their feelings, listen to one another, and work TOGETHER to create a solution. Marriage is a journey with different seasons as you travel. Remember that every season is a unique adventure. Live and enjoy the season you are in and enjoy the benedictions through: Better communication More quality time together Affair preventions Lowered odds for divorce Reactivated sex life Flexibility to succeed despite conflicting differences. Finally, good and bad seasons are natural in marriage, everyone knows that. Sometimes everything is working right for you. Sometimes your marriage is facing trials, hardships and challenges. Sometimes everything seems stagnant and frozen. You must know that you can't fast-forward, rewind, or skip reasons. No season is for no reason. God brings us through every season for divine reason. The beauty of marriage is in facing the changes together as a team.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1493141562
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The Seasons of Marriage Marriage life has different seasons. It doesnt matter whether you are a newlywed or have been married for years, there will definitely be times in your marriage relationship when you feel frustrated, sad, angry, irritated, or confused. On the hand, there will also be times in your marriage when you feel completely in love, bonded, connected, secure, and happy. Moments of thoughtfulness, playfulness, exploration, discovery, and quiet time together can make you feel like you are living in your own world. There is nothing good than feeling loved, like everything in your relationship is just connecting. In marriage, there are two big categories of seasons namely: internal and external. External marital seasons are those difficult situations, matters and issues of which we have absolutely no control. Internal marital problems are issues that develop from within the marriage over which both spouses have control. A successful couple understand that in order to maintain happiness and balance in their marriage, they must learn how to change their gears. When complications arise, these couples communicate, take the risk to express their feelings, listen to one another, and work TOGETHER to create a solution. Marriage is a journey with different seasons as you travel. Remember that every season is a unique adventure. Live and enjoy the season you are in and enjoy the benedictions through: Better communication More quality time together Affair preventions Lowered odds for divorce Reactivated sex life Flexibility to succeed despite conflicting differences. Finally, good and bad seasons are natural in marriage, everyone knows that. Sometimes everything is working right for you. Sometimes your marriage is facing trials, hardships and challenges. Sometimes everything seems stagnant and frozen. You must know that you can't fast-forward, rewind, or skip reasons. No season is for no reason. God brings us through every season for divine reason. The beauty of marriage is in facing the changes together as a team.
Dwelling Places
Author: Lucinda Secrest McDowell
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1501815334
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Do you long for serenity and refuge, peace and hope? Are you seeking a deeper spiritual life through a closer relationship with God? If you're tired of dwelling in busyness and noise, then perhaps one word a day can change your life. Award-winning author Lucinda Secrest McDowell knows that if you spend time each day turning to God's Word for wisdom and guidance, your faith can flourish and grow. Through short and inspiring readings, McDowell unpacks a single word - such as mercy, beauty, gratitude, or grace - to reveal a biblical blessing or challenge relevant to where you are. Full of stories and illustrations to empower you to live the word you have just read, each devotional ends with a benediction, written as if God were speaking directly to you. These "dwelling places" that offer the joy of God's promise and presence cover four seasons: fall, Advent, Lent, and summer. Whether in the midst of busy holiday schedules, holy days, ordinary moments, or changing seasons, a deeper faith can be as simple as a single word. PRAISE FOR DWELLING PLACES: “As there are seasons of the year so there are seasons in our walk with Christ. In Dwelling Places, Lucinda McDowell takes us on a gentle sojourn through words that inspire, encourage, educate and magnify the Lord.” ~ Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author “If you’re looking for encouragement based on God’s Word, read Dwelling Places. Lucinda Secrest McDowell has taken 130 key words from the Bible and created powerful devotions that will comfort, exhort, and bless you daily in every season of the year. Her powerful stories and poignant ending prayers will capture your heart and point you towards hope and truth. Buy one copy for yourself and ten more to give away!” ~ Carol Kent, speaker and author of Waiting Together and Unquenchable “In Dwelling Places, Lucinda Secrest McDowell elevates devotions to a new level. As always, McDowell uses some of the best quotes you will read this year, but she adds to them her special brand of storytelling as well as teachings that will minister to your soul. A masterful devotional, managing to be both short and deep at the same time.” ~ Tessa Afshar, Christy, award winning author of Land of Silence and Fields of Grace “I never miss a new book from Lucinda Secrest McDowell. Her writing is so real and warm and down-to-earth, and at the same time thought-provoking, profound, and theologically grounded. A rare combination! Dwelling Places offers readers deep moments of reflection, inspiration, and encouragement that will stay with us throughout the day and throughout the seasons of our lives.” ~ Christin Ditchfield, syndicated radio host, speaker, and author of What Women Should Know About Facing Fear “Dwelling Places is balm for the soul, resonate and full of life, bringing the Word to dwell with me as I pondered each of the daily words long after I'd finished reading them.” ~ Christa Parrish, Christianity Today award and Christy award winning author of Still Life and Stones for Bread
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 1501815334
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Do you long for serenity and refuge, peace and hope? Are you seeking a deeper spiritual life through a closer relationship with God? If you're tired of dwelling in busyness and noise, then perhaps one word a day can change your life. Award-winning author Lucinda Secrest McDowell knows that if you spend time each day turning to God's Word for wisdom and guidance, your faith can flourish and grow. Through short and inspiring readings, McDowell unpacks a single word - such as mercy, beauty, gratitude, or grace - to reveal a biblical blessing or challenge relevant to where you are. Full of stories and illustrations to empower you to live the word you have just read, each devotional ends with a benediction, written as if God were speaking directly to you. These "dwelling places" that offer the joy of God's promise and presence cover four seasons: fall, Advent, Lent, and summer. Whether in the midst of busy holiday schedules, holy days, ordinary moments, or changing seasons, a deeper faith can be as simple as a single word. PRAISE FOR DWELLING PLACES: “As there are seasons of the year so there are seasons in our walk with Christ. In Dwelling Places, Lucinda McDowell takes us on a gentle sojourn through words that inspire, encourage, educate and magnify the Lord.” ~ Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author “If you’re looking for encouragement based on God’s Word, read Dwelling Places. Lucinda Secrest McDowell has taken 130 key words from the Bible and created powerful devotions that will comfort, exhort, and bless you daily in every season of the year. Her powerful stories and poignant ending prayers will capture your heart and point you towards hope and truth. Buy one copy for yourself and ten more to give away!” ~ Carol Kent, speaker and author of Waiting Together and Unquenchable “In Dwelling Places, Lucinda Secrest McDowell elevates devotions to a new level. As always, McDowell uses some of the best quotes you will read this year, but she adds to them her special brand of storytelling as well as teachings that will minister to your soul. A masterful devotional, managing to be both short and deep at the same time.” ~ Tessa Afshar, Christy, award winning author of Land of Silence and Fields of Grace “I never miss a new book from Lucinda Secrest McDowell. Her writing is so real and warm and down-to-earth, and at the same time thought-provoking, profound, and theologically grounded. A rare combination! Dwelling Places offers readers deep moments of reflection, inspiration, and encouragement that will stay with us throughout the day and throughout the seasons of our lives.” ~ Christin Ditchfield, syndicated radio host, speaker, and author of What Women Should Know About Facing Fear “Dwelling Places is balm for the soul, resonate and full of life, bringing the Word to dwell with me as I pondered each of the daily words long after I'd finished reading them.” ~ Christa Parrish, Christianity Today award and Christy award winning author of Still Life and Stones for Bread