In this sequel to Peace in Prison, author Joy Dutton-Seltzer offers more short devotional thoughts and stories that are based on her life experiences of learning to trust in God and claim His Bible promises. These real answers to her prayers have led her to a steadfast belief in God and His ways—something she wants to share with you! As she notes—fortunately for all of us—there is no sin too big for God to forgive. His words of encouragement to us are, “You have failed, but YOU, my child, are NOT a failure.” Enjoy and be blessed by these stories of hope, encouragement, and forgiveness! Then think about others who need this same message. Do you have a heart for lonely people? Including someone who’s less than desirable in the eyes of society or forgotten—such as someone in jail? Jesus said, “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat…, I was in prison and you came to visit me” (Matthew 25:34, NIV). Share Joy’s message with those who are in prison. Let this book tell them the truth about themselves and God. We all are trying to fill an emptiness in us that only God can fill. We have all failed some part of our lives. Some failures have put us behind bars. But even there, our Creator is ready to wrap His arms of love around us and forgive us. Even if we have sinned and feel we have messed up our lives beyond fixing, Jesus says, “…with God, all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26, KJV). There is no sin too big for God to forgive. No matter where a person is or what he or she has done, God still has a perfect plan for a new life. God specializes in being close to those behind bars! Give someone in prison this message of hope that they are desperately longing to hear!
As a beam of light, God's love can pierce through the darkness to change the lives of people who are lonely, struggling, fearful, and oftentimes forgotten! God's love is not stopped by prison walls or the crimes committed by those inside. God's love is constant and sure, and it is for everyone! Peace in Prison is a compilation of short stories, thoughts, and Bible truths about prostitutes, murderers, adulterers, hypocrites, and thieves who started a new life in Jesus Christ. No matter where you are or what you have done, you can have a fresh start with God. After reading this book, it is the author's hope that you will say, "Jesus is in jail," as many have told her after talking with her during one of her many visits behind bars. Experience Peace in Prison by getting to know the One who freely offers peace and love to all who accept His gift.
In Finding Joy in the Broken Pieces, Joy takes us along on her personal journey through brokenness, restoration and redemption. Where do we run when life circumstances find you broken on the floor 8, 000 miles from home? How do we heal when our feet are planted firmly in paradise? What do you do with a life restored and taken to new heights of redemption? Let's find out...
What is joy? Is it a fleeting moment of happiness? Is it a gurgle of laughter or an exciting event? No, because those feelings are temporary and while wonderful, don't last. God created us to live an abundant life, full of peace, and grounded in His love. He didn't create us to live in the moment and be subject to the whims of capricious fate. 30 Days to Joy is the companion to Coming Home to Joy, and is a daily devotional whose purpose is to help you find peace by changing the way you think about yourself and your life. For the next 30 days, you'll walk on a daily journey that will empower you to create that life of joy you've always desired. It is the perfect companion that provides you, the 3 AM woman, with the tools, support, and prayer that you need to help you become the woman God designed you to be.
Jamie Rasmussen's HOW JOYFUL PEOPLE THINK is an exegetical study on Philippians 4:8. If you enjoy exegesis-style books, then you will enjoy his book. Rasmussen takes each part of Philippians 4:8 and helps us understand it in context as well to understand each point individually. He uses this passage to illustrate that if we "think on these things," we will be a more joyful people. Since I study joy, I enjoyed Rasmussen's study. I'm not a big fan of exegetical studies, but HOW JOYFUL PEOPLE THINK was definitely worth reading (listening to: )).
Life is not about the destination but the journey. It is not about reaching certain milestones, but the pit stops and detours along the way. This is true not only for me but for us all. A pit stop is a place to rest, refuel and refresh. To maximize the life the Creator has given you, a pit stop every now and then is required. Sometimes a detour; an alternate route is necessary to get where you are going. Instead of complaining or asking, "Why me Lord?" enjoy the journey. Remember, it is not the "to" but the "of". To is a preposition meaning toward, near or in the direction of something, namely a destination or a goal. Of is a preposition with the core purpose of introducing a noun or noun phrase that provides more information about a preceding word or phrase. Each devotion in 50 Day Journey of Joy opens with a scripture containing a "joy" word or phrase. The scripture and the devotion to follow provide more information about the journey - the valley lows and mountain highs. As you read be encouraged knowing while weeping may endure for a night, joy will come in the morning. Every day will not be sunny but because the joy of the Lord is your strength you can count it all joy. Remember it is not the "to" but the "of" so rejoice all along the journey. Again, I say rejoice!
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