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"There can be more to life than meets the eye..." The incredibly talented writer and artist, Diana Thomas, shares the world through her lens in Simple Beauty-a diary-style book designed to help people slow down, seek, listen, and discover a deep appreciation of everyday life. Readers become passengers alongside the author as she transports them on a journey through the seasons and immerses them into her artistic world. Diana shares journal entries and sketches she has kept for over 30 years; through words and wondrous illustrations, she offers glimmers of joy in simple moments. She eloquently captures deer grazing on a hillside...and reveals beautiful neutral earth tones as the world transforms into Fall. Diana's writings speak with tenderness about grief after the loss of a child...and hope in a world surrounded with unseen beauty. It's an excursion-filled with words that stir the senses-along with paintings that will leave a lasting impression on your soul.

Choosing faith over fear... "Every once in a while, God gives us someone who lives so fully-in health and sickness, fear and love, darkness and light..." Fresh out of high school and eager to spread God's love through missions, 18-year-old Allie Speck, chose a Christian college. What she didn't realize-is she would soon embark on a journey involving personal sacrifice and suffering that would test her in unimaginable ways.After being diagnosed with cancer, Allie held tight to God's promise-to never leave or forsake her-and she was healed. But the cancer returned and this time the fight was different-the battle was spiritual. Allie put on her armor once again and persevered through this trial by focusing on hope in Christ and seeking joy in life's tiny, precious moments.This young woman's heart-breaking, yet beautiful story, shows how just one person's faith can inspire many others to find a greater meaning and purpose in life-despite their time on earth.

Shining light into the depths of darkness... "Lisa Kessler-Peters invites you on a healing journey in her new book, How I Learned to Hide. Lisa's deep brokenness began as a child and continued into adulthood. Reading her healing process will start to break the stronghold of pain, giving you hope and practical steps to receive your healing." -Cindy Stewart, Author and Senior Leader at The Gathering with Jesus In this book, Lisa pulls from her own experiences and education-breaking down walls of misinformation-and revealing a transparent method of healing from childhood trauma and building healthy relationships. She explains how layers of shame can lead young victims to addictions, dangerous survival methods as adults, and repetitious behavior through the generations. Her story is raw and straightforward as she shares details about neglect and abuse-and the effects those have on one's mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Her words serve as a guide to other victims and professionals as she inspires people to rise above the trauma and bondage-through the power of forgiveness-and discover a new self-worth amid God's love. Lisa is a wife, mother, mentor, speaker, and an advocate for social justice. She has dedicated her life to spreading the gift of hope and inspiring those who struggle or contemplate giving up.

Spiritual mentorship-what is it, and what does it involve? Does spiritual mentorship matter today? How can spiritual mentorship help those who come after you? In Invest Yourself: A Guidebook for Spiritual Mentoring, Stephanie Ziebarth tackles these questions and explains the dramatic impact of spiritual mentorship in her own life. Starting with the basics, she addresses several key topics, including· spiritual multiplication · approaches to spiritual mentorship· one-on-one meetings · effectively helping your mentee · and much more In addition to the solid content, the appendices include sample lessons, guidance for writing lesson plans, suggestions for how to mentor high school students, and recommended books . If you are looking for ways to make a lasting impact in the lives of others, this is just the book for you.

What do the captain of a boat, an onion, last-minute trips to the grocery store, MM&I, the eight Rs, and fifty-two bus tickets to a women''s event have in common? They are all part of this down-to-earth book, The River Journey: Navigating the Way with Jesus.  In this perceptive book, Tara Hartley and Robin Holman Loy share their adventures with Jesus. While your travels through life will differ, similarities abound. Filled with parables, personal examples, and valuable life experiences, The River Journey offers powerful insights into walking with Jesus. Tara and Robin bring their epic storytelling skills and relatable narratives to these pages. The reader can easily put themselves in the authors'' shoes and apply the practical lessons in their daily lives.