1905. A noble character, a kind, gentle disposition, pure thoughts, truthfulness and refinement are greater than wealth. The compiler of this volume has selected only those writings that can be read with propriety on the Sabbath. This well meaning book points out the evils of novel reading, saloons, bad thoughts and the benefits of righteous living and regular attendance of church on Sundays.

This 365-day devotional assists couples to prioritize prayer together. By combining a passage from Scripture with a pertinent, heartfelt prayer, and thought-provoking reflection, it will give couples prayers they can say together on relevant topics. These themes bring focus and over time, will allow couples to develop stronger bonds with each other. The clich is true: couples who pray together, stay together.

To Have and To Hold benefits those who are struggling as well as those enthusiastic about keeping their marriage sacred and strong, with the awareness that all marriages have struggles. Most relationships have cyclical peaks and valleys. This devotional integrates suggestions that the author has acquired through The Third Option program, one that assists couples at strengthening their marriage.

This study guide to Everyone Needs A Sam is designed for small group study and personal devotions. The goal is to help you find your own Sams and to seek biblical wisdom with a passion. The guide includes a brief recap of each chapter in Everyone Needs A Sam, along with key points and a key scripture. Everyone Needs A Sam focuses on seeking wisdom and finding mentors; the ones standing beside you and guarding your back. Mentors for life These mentors, these advisers, these Sams, are out there ready to help you on your life journey. But you have to ask. You have to listen. You have to find them. This is for everyone seeking guidance, whether they realize it or not. It looks at what these Sams are and are not, what they can and can't do. And most importantly, Everyone Needs A Sam zeros in on finding the right mentors, the ones whose lessons stay a lifetime. Let's go find your Sams.

This engaging work affirms that the trials we face in life can be summarized in four stages: the storm, midnight, seeking the Lord, and the morning. Formatted for use as a 30-day devotional, this book will take you through all four stages with scripture and life application examples. After 30 days, you will be encouraged and confident in the knowledge that, whatever the reason for the storm, you will feel prepared for a new purpose, a new destiny and a new cause.

The central message throughout this devotional is to seek the Lord in any situation and to remain faithful to Him because He rewards those who diligently seek Him. You will find a new appreciation for the trials faced in life and how they truly build character and make us stronger.

God Loves You Circle is an uplifting series of short stories based on the life of the author and her family. Learn to find God in unlikely places, and draw miraculous encouragement from daily life. You will laugh; you will cry; but most of all, you will draw nigh to God and He will draw nigh to you. Come rest in the arms of the Lord and learn how God Loves You Circle.

THE ARMORY: Equipping Warriors of the Faith is a collection of more than 80 daily devotions with the theme of spiritual warfare. Author Andrew Boll explores how Christians are called on a daily basis to guard their own hearts against the darkness of temptation and doubt while striking out with the Sword of the Spirit - the Word of God - to free those who have been imprisoned by sin and unbelief.

Jeanne-Marie Bouvier de la Motte-Guyon (commonly known as Madame Guyon) was a French mystic and one of the key advocates of Quietism. Quietism was considered heretical by the Roman Catholic Church, and she was imprisoned from 1695 to 1703 after publishing a book on the topic, A Short and Easy Method of Prayer. Guyon believed that one should pray all the time, and that in whatever one does, one should be spending time with God.

A Table is Prepared.
"Though the Lord gave you adversity for food and suffering for drink, he will still be with you to teach you. You will see your teacher with your own eyes.
"Isaiah 30:20 (NLT)
Before you is not just another meal. It is no ordinary invitation to gather and eat, to fellowship. Before you is an opportunity to remember. The gift of life bears a price.
Freedom, liberty - experiencing the promise fulfilled, comes with a work that can only be unveiled by the Teacher. The Teacher, who, has made a place at the table for you to eat and be fueled to go out and work. The question is... Are you truly hungry?
Being so - You're invited, these next thirty days, to partake of a new confession, renewed encouragement, to face the challenges of walking in the image of Christ. The thoughts and meditations, prepared for you, are an everyday reminder. You can grow strong in the fuel of time spent with The Teacher. Or you can turn away weakened with the concerns of the world.

About the Contributor(s): Gregory S. Clapper is Professor of Religion and Philosophy at the University of Indianapolis and is Affiliate Professor of United Methodist Studies at Christian Theological Seminary. He has authored many articles and four books.

Jim Bell pens an inspiring piece as readers journey down the Emerald Isle through experiencing Irish folklore and unique cultural traditions. His book, A Year in Eire puts readers at the forefront of Ireland's rich lands with witty language and personal stories of motivation and encouragement, wisdom and inspiration. Bell captures the magic of Ireland through the eyes of many renowned Irish writers' inspiring messages that he blends into his very own. This book is a great devotional tool useful to any reader needing to be reminded of positive thinking via daily meditations while enjoying a poetic writing style.

2014 Reprint of 1962 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Originally published as "Preacher and Prayer," this title is an established classic in the literature of prayer in the Christian tradition. Trained as a lawyer, but called to ministry, Bounds served as an Army chaplain during the Civil War. As far as prayer is concerned, Bounds practiced what he preached. His personal prayer regimen called him to prayer for three hours every morning. Bounds did not consider his time in prayer as idle time, but a time that was effective in changing the world through the power and grace of God. Read Bounds' "Power Through Prayer" to enrich your understanding of God's work in the world. "Power through Prayer" was written especially to convict, exhort, and encourage those who preach God's word that the secret of successful ministry is prayer and communion with the Lord. The book's twenty chapters have titles like "Men of Prayer Needed," "Our Sufficiency is of God," "Prayer, the Great Essential," "Examples of Praying Men," and "Heart Preparation Necessary." Characteristic of all books by this author, each chapter begins with one or more inspiring quotations from the writings of others who have realized the importance of prayer and its power to change the world. The simple clarion call to "Pray Pray Pray " rings throughout the book.

This heart searching best-selling classic is a book for every Pastor, Missionary, and devout Christian. It deals with the deep things of God and the riches of His grace.

A Different Kind of Christmas is a practical and inspirational study for the Advent season. Based on Mike Slaughter s popular book Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, this five-week study will empower your family and your church to reclaim the broader missional meaning of Jesus birth and experience a Christmas season with more peace and joy than any toy or gadget could ever bring. This comprehensive resource includes a 64-page Leader Guide containing everything needed to guide your group through the study. Inside you ll find five full session plans, discussion questions, and activities, as well as multiple format options and suggestions of ways to make the study a meaningful experience for any group. Sessions include: 1. Expect a Miracle 2. Giving Up on Perfect 3. Scandalous Love 4. Jesus Wish List 5. By a Different Road Help your church cast a vision for how Christians can experience the true joy of living and giving like Jesus beginning with the Christmas season and continuing as a lifestyle. Thisfive-week study helps participants see the traps and discontentment of consumerism and the call of God to live generously to fulfill God s mission in the world."

2013 Reprint of 1952 Newman Press Second Edition. Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This is one of the great classical medieval English works of devotion. Little is known of the author except that she was a recluse who lived in a cell attached to the church of St. Julian at Norwich. In 1373 she received sixteen private revelations from the Lord, dealing with his Passion, the truths of the Faith and the advancement of her own spiritual life. The work reveals a mind that has penetrated deeply to the mysteries of the Catholic religion, both on its doctrinal and its personal sides. Julian of Norwich was a very spiritual, devout soul, deeply sensitive to the beauty of holiness and centered wholeheartedly on the love and service of God. Although the work attracted little attention when it first appeared, it has since become one of the most famous books dealing with divine communications ever written.

Paw Prints: Imprinting Into the Lives of Others is a collection of inspirational stories sure to warm the weary soul and bring a smile to tired hearts who are in need of a lift. Author Susan Safrit draws on her deep love for animals (especially dogs ) to demonstrate how the love of God and our love for each other can leave "paw prints" behind us. Examining themes of kindness, servanthood, healing, individual gifts and more in this inspirational book, Safrit compiles an assortment of important lessons that are equally ripe with biblical truth and whimsical charm. Wherever we are, we are never too far for gone for God to leave a mark on our lives-or for us to seize the opportunity to leave one with someone else

2013 Reprint of 1963 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This is Merton's Guide to basic principles of Roman Catholic spirituality for lay and religious aspirants. With a simplicity of language and an intellectual candor that exemplify the purity of his vision, Merton here traces the basic principles of the spiritual life.

In the latest installment of "Liguori Wisdom Series," Sister Agnes Cunningham brings Christians closer to Jesus with excerpts from the writings of St Augustine. Each writing is paired with a Scripture quotation, reflection, a prayer and a spiritual activity for the day. St Augustine is one of the most influential Fathers of the Church and in his search for truth, St Augustine's writings and ponderings tells a wonderful story of conversion, reminding us of our own daily conversions.