On December 10, 2009, Crystal McVea, a thirty-two-year-old mother of four, stopped breathing. Her face turned a dark shade of blue, then black. Her mother screamed for help, and a nurse tried to revive her . . . to no avail. Today, Crystal does not remember what happened in that hospital room during the nine minutes she was unconscious and unable to breathe on her own. She has no memory of the panic and the rushing nurses and the loud cries of "Code Blue." She simply remembers drifting off.
And she remembers waking up in heaven. For most of Crystal's broken life, she felt utterly beyond the reach of God-- if God was even real. Then came December 10--and the nine minutes that changed everything. Waking Up in Heaven invites readers along on a journey to witness the relentless pursuit of God in a life that was shattered and seemingly beyond hope, an awe-inspiring account of love, forgiveness, and redemption, and the healing power of God's presence.
And that is why I want to share my story with the world. Because I was a skeptic and a sinner, and I didn't believe in God or in heaven. But God is real. Heaven is real. And God's love for us is the realest thing of all.

Discover a renewed sense of your purpose and the courage to move from what it is to what can be.

Albert Einstein once said, "Problems cannot be solved with the same mind-set that created them." To resolve our problems and deal with our mistakes, we must be willing to be transformed by God's process of healing and strengthening.

We have a tendency to think of our present situation in polarizing terms: good or bad, up or down. Due to the seasonal nature of our life experiences, this is an easy trap for many of us. We overlook the fact that there are transition times, such as the season between graduation and the amazing job; between divorce and remarriage; between the failure and the success.

THE SHIFT explores the ways we can survive the seasons in between with the courage that comes only when you're sure of God's purpose for your life. Discover a renewed sense of purpose and the courage to move from what is to what can be.

Hóé dien ’n hedendaagse gesin God? Watter maniere is daar om gesinstyd met God opwindend te maak, om lofsang en aanbidding ’n fees te maak en om saam uit te reik na ander op maniere wat lekker én lewensveranderend is? Hoe inisieer ’n enkelouer dit? Of hoe motiveer jy dit wanneer jou huweliksmaat nie daarvoor te vinde is nie? Hoe doen jy dit wanneer jy tieners én kleuters in die huis het? En hoe doen jy dit sodat hulle dit wéér wil doen uit eie vrye wil?

Met hierdie boek wil Louise Viljoen gesinne toerus om God binne gesinsverband te dien. Sy gesels oor die uitdagings wat gesinne ondervind, soos bv. die gebrek aan Bybelkennis en tyd asook die druk onder portuurgroepe. Sy gee praktiese wenke oor hoe om gesinstyd met God spesiaal te maak en stel opwindende aktiwiteite voor vir die hele gesin. Daarna volg 52 oordenkings wat gesinne weekliks kan deurwerk.

Geniet die heerlike reis om as gesin by Hom in te trek. Kom ons laat gesinstyd met God herleef.

Lift your spirits and brighten your mood with this inspirational quote book filled with encouraging messages and Bible verses. You are chosen. You are worthy. You are loved. The perfect gift for Christian women of all ages, You Are Loved is filled with words that will encourage you to embrace God's gifts and live a more courageous and wholehearted life. Designed to look lovely on a coffee table or nightstand, this book features a soft-touch cover and rose gold sprayed edges. On these pages, artist and pastor Jenessa Wait offers truth, hope, and faith for whatever you may be facing. Whether you are celebrating a milestone birthday, starting a new job or retiring, or becoming a new mom, You Are Loved will help lift your spirits in every season of life. Carry this book with you in your bag, or curl up with it whenever you need a dose of inspiration. You Are Loved features beautiful hand-lettered artwork and uplifting messages to help you: Believe in yourself Release your worries Live life in wonder Spread kindness Practice patience Be fearless Love yourself as you are

If you had the chance to change your life for the better, would you? All it takes is a decision.

Trapped by harmful habits, behaviors, and attitudes, we struggle to become the person God has created and called us to be. Saddleback Church teaching pastor Doug Fields says it's never too late to get a fresh start. With personal stories and youthful writing, Doug challenges readers to recognize that they may say they want God in their lives, but they really don't want to change. They are stuck. He says, "It's not about trying harder, it's about plugging into God's transforming power and submitting your entire life to Christ. Age doesn't matter; fresh starts are for everyone." Topics include:

• Dealing with pride
• Defining success
• Living with guilt
• Struggling with conflicts
• Finding true friendships
• Overcoming discouragement
• Facing rejection
• Attacking anger

Die geliefde Bybelleraar en dogter van Billy Graham deel die ryke skatkis van haar persoonlike gebede om die leser te begelei tot dieper, meer intieme daaglikse gesprekke met God.

Soos baie van ons, het Anne Graham Lotz gesukkel met gebed. Deur die jare het sy ontdek dat haar gebede en gesprekke met die Here verdiep en meer intiem word wanneer sy dit neerskryf. Die lig van sy nabyheid: Gebede wat jou naderbring aan God se hart bevat veertig van hierdie tere, eerlike gebede vir werklike situasies wat jou aanmoedig om jou eie gebedslewe te verdiep deur aanbidding, belydenis, danksegging en voorbidding.

Die boek moedig die leser aan volledig op God se beloftes te vertrou en bevat vele bemoedigende oordenkings, inspirerende aanhalings en ook ruimte vir die leser om sy/haar eie woorde aan die Here neer te skryf.

Seeing yourself as God sees you is essential to overcoming your deepest struggles, having healthy relationships, living in freedom, and fulfilling your life purpose. Yet most of us look at ourselves with warped mirrors, believing lies that lead to shame, guilt, fear, insecurity, and spiritual stagnation. The lies of our past keep us stuck, struggling with the same issues and habits for years. But according to the first three chapters of Ephesians, that's not how God sees us at all. Pastor and author Chip Ingram wants to open your eyes to your true self, the "new you" that God sees, the person who is immeasurably valuable and beautiful. In this Scripture-soaked book, he shows you how getting God's perspective - satisfies your search for significance - undoes your shame - makes you secure - frees you from comparing yourself with others - helps you discover your calling - and more Are you ready to see yourself as God sees you? Then let Chip Ingram show you how to silence the lies of your past and experience your true identity.

Read the inspiring tales that gave birth to fifty of today's most beloved worship songs.

What is God like? Can I trust Him? Does He know me and can He help me tackle the challenges I face?

Most people know a little something about God, but their knowledge of who He is and how He works stops just past the point of an initial introduction.

Why is it so important to know the One who knows all about you? The answer is simple: when you come to a point where you understand His ways, your life takes on new meaning. You stop looking at old problems and feeling defeat, fear, and anxiety. Suddenly, you realize that the Person who gave you life has set an amazing course for you to follow.

"In Step with God" offers simple, clear teaching that encourages and challenges you to approach life and its decisions--both big and small--by first knowing and considering God's character.

"The nearer I draw to the Lord," writes Dr. Stanley, "the more I will know about Him--His love for me and His good plans and desires for my life. Plus, the more intimate I become with God, the better I understand His way, and this understanding leads to a deeper longing to know God better. I learn how to discern His will for my life and the situations I encounter."

In his latest book, Do You Believe?, pastor and bestselling author Paul David Tripp unpacks 12 core doctrines and how they engage and transform the human heart and mind.

Kingdom Hero: a committed Christian who perseveres by faith in order to experience spiritual victory and divine approval You must grow in your faith to keep harvesting its fruits. But what does this look like in everyday life? In the Kingdom Heroes Workbook, bestselling author Dr. Tony Evans invites you to examine how you can experience God's blessings by refining your reliance on His strength. In this Bible study companion to the Kingdom Heroes DVD, you'll dive deeper into Hebrews' Hall of Faith while reflecting on your own walk with God, prompted by profound, relevant questions such as What holds you back from keeping eternal rewards centered in your heart and mind? How might "cultural Christianity" hinder you from giving God authentic worship? How does contemporary "cancel culture" pressure you to change the way you respond to the Holy Spirit's callings? Perfect for individual use or group study, this workbook lets you learn from the best when it comes to living out Hebrews 11:1's definition of faith: the "confidence in what we hope for and the assurance about what we do not see." Complete your experience with Kingdom Heroes Kingdom Heroes DVD

Jim Elliot was a missionary--and then a martyr at the hands of the Auca Indians to whom he was witnessing. At the age of 28, he left behind a young wife, a baby daughter, and an incredible legacy of faith. Jim's volumes of personal journals, written over many years, reveal the inner struggles and victories that he experienced before his untimely death. In The Journals of Jim Elliot, you'll come to know this intelligent and articulate man who yearns to know God's plan for his life, details his fascinating missions work, and reveals his love for Elisabeth--first as a single man, then as a happily married one. Edited by his widow, Jim's personal yet universal musings about faith, love, and work will show you how to apply the Bible to the situations you face every day. They will inspire you to lead a life of obedience, regardless of the cost, and delight you with an amazing story of courage and determination.

In times of suffering, simple answers often ring empty and hollow--so how can you find hope in hard times? Learn how to survive the difficult seasons with the comfort and of God's constancy. With sensitive, practical advice, Henri Nouwen gently points you towards a life that is grounded in God's companionship and rooted within eternal hope. In this newly formatted edition, Turn My Mourning into Dancing discusses five movements we experience during hard times: From Our Little Selves to a Larger World From Holding Tight to Letting Go From Fatalism to Hope From Manipulation to Love From a Fearful Death to a Joyous Life Nouwen has discovered that healing begins with taking our pain out of its toxic isolation and seeing our sufferings in communion with all humanity and all creation. He teaches us that our little lives participate in something much larger. Turn My Mourning into Dancing is compelling reading for: Those looking for growth and insight amid life's hard and harsh moments Anyone grieving and searching for reassurance Anyone who has experienced a loss or betrayal Though it may not last forever, grief is a gradual, organic process that changes a person permanently. Nouwen guides you during your hard times toward answers and hope--hope that allows you to dance even through the darkest night.

The Key to Stepping into Your Destiny The secret to fulfilling your destiny is unlocking your potential--what you are capable of doing and accomplishing with your life. For so many people, their potential remains dormant... often for entire lifetimes. They never release their potential because it is never realized. Where do you realize true potential? Your destiny-defining encounters with God. In Unlocked, TD Jakes shows you how: Ordinary moments and decisions can set you up for extraordinary promotionYou can quickly become elevated into radical new levels of supernatural living through one life-changing giftLife experiences are tools of divine preparation, shaping you to enjoy new levels of anointing and abundanceGet ready for God to redefine your sense of "normal" life and bring you into greater dimensions of empowered living. Unlock your potential today--start living above the humdrum of everyday life and start walking into new places of influence, favor and blessing!

God Delights in You
God loves us. With all our faults and failures, with all the secret sins no one else knows about. In fact, He rejoices over us so much that He breaks out in inexpressible joy and song as He thinks about us.
"The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing." --Zephaniah 3:17
That's how God feels about you He looks at you, He thinks of you...and He sings for joy
In "The Singing God" Sam Storms explores God's immeasurable love for His children. You don't need to be different; you don't need to be better. You just need to know that God loves you just the way you are now...today. When you truly believe this, you will find the strength and incentive to fight sin, experience freedom from shame, and walk in the fullness of all that God desires for you.

Regina Press is proud to introduce Catholic Classics "TM" for Children. This new line features the artwork of William Luberoff and is edited by Rev. Victor Hoagland, C.P., and Sister Karen Cavanagh, C.S.J. This collection is ideal for schools, groups, parishes and individuals. A must for every child.