God designed us to have emotions, but he doesn't want us to be controlled by them! In this Bible study, readers will learn how to master their emotions and achieve inner peace. We all have emotional ups and downs-they're part of everyday life. But some days, our feelings can seem out of control. We find ourselves reacting to everything that lands in front of us. We live at the mercy of our emotions, and we feel like we just can't help it. But it doesn't have to be this way. We can't control what we feel, but we can manage how we react to those emotions. We can take the time to understand the feelings that God has given us, explore what God says about them in His Word, and learn His techniques for how to manage them. When we do, it becomes easier to set down the things that are troubling us and make room for joy in our lives. Perfect for personal reflection or small groups, this Bible study will help you detach from the emotions that shape your day and cultivate the attitude you want.

The complete and unedited edition of Thomas Merton's famous autobiography, one of the greatest works of spiritual pilgrimage ever written. 'The Seven Storey Mountain is a book one reads with a pencil so as to make it one's own.' Graham Greene 'A remarkable book, a classic of its kind, written in a vivid, rich and alert style which ranges from crisp vernacular to passionate eloquence, full of picturesque incident and passing at times into religious ecstasy.' The Times Literary Supplement 'A book which may well prove to be of permanent interest in the history of religious experience.' Evelyn Waugh

According the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders are reaching epidemic proportions. In a given year, 17% of Americans will feel the effects of a panic attack. Anxiety-related issues are the number one mental health problem among women and are second only to alcohol and drug abuse among men. Between 1997 and 2004, Americans more than doubled their spending on anti-anxiety medications from $900 million to $2.1 billion. We are tense. Why? Change is one reason. Sociologists speculate the world has changed more in the last thirty years than it has in the last three hundred!

Every day seems to bring new change and threats. We also face personal challenges-job loss, cancer, divorce, addiction, bankruptcy. Add to personal challenges those of a global nature imported into our lives every few seconds thanks to smart phones, TVs, and computer screens. In our parents' day, the nightly news caught them up on world events. Now it is a matter of minutes. Anxiety just comes with life. However, as God's Word reveals, it doesn't have to dominate life. In this five-session video-based Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately), bestselling author Max Lucado looks at seven admonitions from the apostle Paul in Philippians 4:4-8 that lead to one wonderful promise: "The peace of God which surpasses all understanding."

As he unpacks each verse, he shows how God is ready to give comfort to help us face the calamities in life, view bad news through the lens of sovereignty, discern the lies of Satan, and tell ourselves the truth. We can be anxious for nothing, and discover true peace from God that surpasses all human understanding. Sessions include:

* Rejoice in the Lord Always

* Let Your Gentleness Be Known to All

* In Everything by Prayer...with Thanksgiving

* The Peace of God...Will Guard Your Hearts

* Meditate on These Things Designed for use with the Anxious for Nothing Video Study (sold separately).

One man's amazing story of how God protected and provided for him in the midst of the Burundian civil war and brought him to a place of grace, forgiveness and restoration. Theodore Mbazumutima was forced to flee from his native Burundi when tensions between Hutus and Tutsis escalated. Theo's dangerous and incredible journey fleeing civil war is an amazing testimony of God's miraculous intervention, protection and guidance. Despite experiencing suffering first hand, God has brought Theo to such a place of forgiveness that he is now a peace-worker bringing reconciliation to the Burundian people. My Country Wept reminds us that when we submit to God's plan for our lives, he can rescue us from any circumstances and work in every situation. Content Benefits: Escaping murderous mobs in the Burundi civil war to Theo's return to his country to help his own people, this is a truly stunning account of the provision of God, and of grace and forgiveness. An eye opening account of the effect of the Burundian civil war on ordinary people Follows the desperate escape from civil unrest and refugee camps in Africa Inspirational testimony of Theo's faith and God's unfailing love even in the darkest situations Demonstrates how faith in God can sustain us throughout extraordinary trials Shows how God intervenes in our lives through the power of prayer Reveals the power of forgiveness Theo is now Director of Rema Ministries, a peace-building organisation committed to the rights of people in forced displacement situations, particularly refugees, the internally displaced and returnees Perfect for anyone who loves reading biographies Ideal reading for those who love to hear testimonies of God at work in the world Perfect gift idea for men, Father's Day Binding - Paperback Pages - 240 Publisher - Authentic Media

In "The Anointing," Benny Hinn shows those of you who hunger for this precious anointing on your life how to prepare for it and the marvelous effects God's touch will have on your life.

"The Anointing" picks up where the international bestseller "Good Morning, Holy Spirit" leaves off - leading you to a vital, life-changing experience with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and introducing you to the power of God so you can act in that power.

Most of us began our adult lives with ambitious dreams and the energy and determination to make them come true. But somewhere along the way our focus changed-life "happened," and we allowed our dreams to fizzle or even die. Is that the way it has to be? Do dreams come true for "ordinary" people? And if so, what does it take to make them happen? Author Mark Atteberry believes God has answered these questions in the life of Caleb, the boldest dreamer and achiever in all of Scripture.

In The Caleb Quest, Atteberry allows us to see that dreams don't come true by accident. On the contrary, fulfilled dreams are the result of clear thinking, strong faith, patience, and hard work. Geared to the everyday Christian, this biblical plan helps readers to test their dreams, identify "dream assassins," get God involved, accept His perfect timing, take action in pursuit of their dreams, and use their dreams to bless others. This inspirational book offers a realistic hope to anyone seeking to make a lifelong dream come true.

A compilation of material from several writers with a strong emphasis on liturgies and resources for healing services. Includes a section on how to introduce healing services to those who may not be familiar with them and suggestions for starting group discussions about healing. The book is completed by a section of worship resources: prayers, responses, litanies, poems, meditations and blessings.

This unique devotional is the result of a personal quest. In order to let the truth sink in---that God is love---Ann Spangler began hunting through the Bible for the words that every person longs to hear---words of peace, protection, and mercy. Realizing her tendency to absorb the harsher words of the Bible more easily than its encouraging words, she devoted several months to reading and reflecting only on God's tender words. The result is a series of morning and evening readings designed to cut away our unbelief so that we can hear the truth about love from God himself. Each week contains morning and evening readings, enough for ninety days--- passages to soak in and call to mind when one is tempted to doubt. While the core of the book is Scripture, each reading is framed with personal reflections related to the week's theme, making this devotional read equally well as a thought-provoking message for those who want to know God better.

The Good News is still good news.

We live in a time of constant crisis -- of anxiety and insecurity. We are unsure of who and what to trust, no matter how anchored and seemingly untouchable the source.

The Catholic Church is certainly no stranger to this controversy, and for many people it is the very source of one's crisis. For all these reasons, we ask ourselves the haunting question, "Why do we believe?"

Father Benedict J. Groeschel knows that asking "Why believe?" can be an important and positive step toward deepening one's relationship with Christ and His Church. The popular author, psychologist, and teacher knows firsthand the doubts and questions experienced on every journey of faith -- as well as the answers people seek. Focusing on how the Good News is still good news, Father Groeschel offers clear and concise answers about science, about Scripture, and about the Church itself.

Renew your faith in God, in Christ, and in the Church.

Dr Jennifer Bute is in considerable demand as a speaker, and has been the subject of a number of features in the press and the electronic media. She is comfortable with being interviewed.

Life is full of difficult seasons of, loss, grief and hardships. To overcome the struggles and pain, we must lean into reassurance, guidance, and wisdom to heal. Healing Water for the Soul is a This yearlong compilation of life-changing devotionals from classics L. B. Cowman's Streams in the Desert and Springs in the Valley includes God's timeless reassurance, guidance, and wisdom for navigating the day ahead. Each entry speaks into God's purpose, plan, and promise to you.

In this beautiful new edition, you'll find:

• 365 devotions from L. B. Cowman's classic booksthat appeal to men and women of all ages.
• devotions that appeal to men and women of all agescan be read as a yearlong daily devotional or as a 6-month morning and evening resource.
• a powerful collection of meditations, Christian writings, and  Bible passage.

Healing Water for the Soul will challenge you to:

• identify opportunities of hope and renewal in your life
• accept and appreciate God's timeless messages of faithfulness.
• develop a strong prayer life
• identify how you can grow as you meditate on the truths and wisdom from Cowman's classic devotions

With a gorgeous modern cover, Healing Water for the Soul is a great gift for:

• birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, and holiday gifting.
• Teacher Appreciation Day, Grandparent's Day, and Pastor's Appreciation Day.
• a friend or family member coping with grief, growing their relationship with God, and/or going through a difficult time.

This 365-day devotional can help you or a loved one overcome challenging times and renew their hope and faith.

Are you managing your life or is your life managing you?

Get back on track with the perfect dose of inspiration, fresh perspective and

faithful direction in Our Sunday Visitor's brand new 30-Minute Read series.

The 30-Minute Read series touches on a variety of useful topics such as:

--Stress-Proof Your Marriage

--Why Me? When Bad Things Happen

-- Hope For Hard Times

Find a sliver of time at lunch, in the parking lot or just before bed and get started today!

Day by day, here are:
- Prayers and meditations that console the one who mourns and assist the one who has died
- Scriptural passages
- Reflections from Church Fathers, saints, and theologians
- Answers to the most commonly-asked questions about purgatory.

If you really pursue God's presence you will discover that it is always expanding. This cutting edge audiobook will take you beyond the limits of religion to the extreme glory of God. Through listening to Glory: Expanding God's Presence by Bill Vincent, you will find that there is at all times a sound being released from Earth to heaven as well as from heaven to Earth. In the unseen realm, it is in the form of energy patterns, waves, particles, and though the vast majority of it is not heard with our natural ear, it is sensed by us because we are part of this existence. Science is only just now catching up with the Word of God, but what they are discovering these days, especially in the quantum world of physics, is absolutely amazing as it pertains to scripture. We truly believe all who listen to Glory: Expanding God's Presence will be encouraged to find more of God.