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All over the world, God is speaking through the language of dreams, offering wisdom and insight, calling His people to intercession, and so much more. It's easy to let our dreams slip away, but what if we learned to process our dreams with the Holy Spirit?How do we know if a dream is significant?What should we make of nightmares?Are our baffling dreams from God, or are they simply brought on by last night's pizza?In her Dream Interpretation Journal, Amber Johnson helps us make sense of our dreams and discover insights we often miss with our waking minds. With powerful strategies for remembering, interpreting and applying your dream revelations, you will be encouraged to create your own dream dictionary and deepen your intimacy with God as you record and decipher what He is saying to you in the night.

Are you hungry to know God more? Do you long to really connect with God as you read the Bible? In Sneaking Off With God, author Simon Dodge will help you to not just read the Bible but nourish yourself from it and reliably hear God speak to you through it, using a simple, effective approach called 'SOAP': Scripture ¿ Observations ¿ Application ¿ PrayerWith the Holy Spirit as your Teacher and Guide, SOAP will help bring you into God's presence with a soft heart ready to listen and respond to His voice. Whether you're new to the Bible or just hungry to connect with Him effectively, Sneaking Off With God will both inspire and equip you for a lifelong love of meeting with God in the Bible.

I often felt I only had two choices: remain a doormat or become a raging feminist. Stay sweet or be a 'Jezebel'.Were there any other options? Is it possible to be a woman of strength and still honor God? Are godly women expected to be meek and quiet? What does Biblical submission look like? And the question which haunted me for years: What does it really mean to be a 'help meet'?Join Maria Dyck as she explores the answers to these questions to find God's purpose for women. Follow along as she dives into the original Hebrew phrase, Ezer Kenegdo, to understand the beauty of God's design in the Garden of Eden and why understanding this identity is critical for the church today. Drawing on her Mennonite heritage and her own experience, Maria shares the journey which led her to discover surprising truths about the role of women within the Bible and embrace the identity which God designed for her.

On a crisp early morning in 2012, eleven people boarded a hot air balloon in New Zealand's Wairarapa district for what should have been an idyllic flight. Less than an hour later, that flight became the deadliest ballooning disaster ever to occur in New Zealand's history. Chrisjan Jordaan and his girlfriend Alexis, were among the passengers.As his family and friends reeled from the news, Chrisjan's life and legacy became a source of inspiration and motivation to many. From his roots in South Africa, to the farming communities of Gore, to his student days at Southland Boy's High School and later in Wellington, We're Going to Fly High tells of a young man full of faith and adventure whose character, courage and passion continues to impact another generation.

In a story to rival a Hollywood movie script, His Name is Michael is a tale of unimaginable loss, grief, and heartache, redeemed in the most unlikely of places and the most poignant of ways.Vikki Southwell's honest, raw, and confronting account of childhood abuse, teenage abortion, and other painful experiences, all exquisitely wrapped up in the redeeming love of an amazing God, has to be read to be believed. It will leave you in awe at the way a life so messed up could be so transformed into a beautiful memoir of healing and hope.To empower your own 'Journey to Healing', Vikki has included practical tips and reflection questions suitable for individual or group settings. Let her story inspire you to find freedom from your past and to boldly step into the person you were created to be!

Are you STILL single and just don't want to be? As someone whose dream has always been to find marriage and start a family, author and dating coach Brianna Rossi knows exactly what it's like to feel stuck. Through sharing her own experiences, both heartfelt and humorous, Brianna offers insights into some of the most pressing questions she's grappled with along the way.¿What if I'm single forever?¿What if I'm single with a sex drive?¿I thought I'd be married already . . . now what?¿How do I find a person who meets my standards? If you've ever asked questions like these, felt left out or left behind, or questioned God's plan for your life, you are not alone. Single and Standing details Brianna's journey from disappointment, fear, and confusion, into a life of thriving singleness. She shares how she finally found love, as well as providing insight into her own dating and relationship story.Lighthearted, relatable, and inspiring, Single and Standing is a book you won't easily forget as you learn to take charge of your singleness and create a life you love!

What happens when life seems to be a long string of medical diagnoses, accidents, mishaps, and goodbyes? If you're Janet O'Halloran-Westerman, the answer is complex. One moment she's sharing her deepest concerns with God, the next she's got us all splitting our sides with laughter. One thing's for sure, Janet is a born storyteller with a huge heart, a whole lot of faith, and the kind of joy that lets her fight-and rise with hope-one unpredictable day after another.Simply Grace is a book you'll want to read and re-read. In it you'll find wisdom, courage and girl-next-door humour, all packaged in this series of exquisitely told, real-life stories.

Syprina Quiroz's life had been difficult from the start. What began with being bullied led to an adolescence filled with alcohol and substance abuse, meaningless relationships, and eventually, crime. Now it had all caught up with her and she was headed for prison. But that was not the end of the story. God had plans to turn her life around. It was in prison that Syprina discovered that none of us have faced so much, or done so much, that we cannot begin again. With utter frankness, Syprina shares the downward spiral that landed her in prison and the faith that helped her overcome her shame and navigate the serious consequences that followed her into her future. In I Can Start Over she describes how, in unlikely places and unlikely ways, God enabled her to rise above her circumstances and bring hope to others.This story is a compelling testament to personal tenacity, the redemptive power of a faith-filled, supportive community, and the relentless promise of God to restore even the most broken life to all He intended.

We all have stories to tell, happy, funny, sad. We live them; they make up the fabric of our lives. Sometimes we share them with our friends, families, those we come into contact with each day. Sometimes we choose to write our stories down and let others read them.This is a small collection of my stories - memories, reflections, and poems written over a number of years which open up some of the 'Reuben-shaped' places in my life.Reuben was our baby who died before he had a chance to live his life.I have written in the hope my stories will touch the hearts of anyone who is experiencing their own heartache, sorrow, or grief. May the sharing of myself be a gift to you.

Even mothers pursuing Christ can get swept into the tornado of a busy schedule, comparison, and idle pursuits. We risk missing out on one of the greatest gifts of the fullness of Christ-His joy.Are your hands full during motherhood? Absolutely. In Radical Joy, Kayla Gahagan encourages and challenges Christian women to experience true joy in motherhood, and not be distracted or overwhelmed by the non-stop hustle and bustle of schedules, to-do lists, and the pressure of living up to society's standards for mothers.When your days become more about being transformed into who God has called you to be as a mother and less about getting it all done, you can refocus on God's design for motherhood, which is so much more than just surviving. This is a season when you can thrive, operate in His gifts, and be fully present to those He has called you to nurture.What is at stake? A lot. Just like your relationship with Christ, motherhood is about relationship. As you read, you will embark on a journey of letting go and learning to draw on the one true source-Christ. Join us as we learn how to better steward our children with one of His most beautiful gifts-joy

Deborah of the bible was an incredible woman of God; she was a Kingdom Pioneer who boldly took hold of her God-given gifts and talents and stepped out in faith. She knew that in her God anything was possible. This book is a clarion call for modern-day Mighty Deborah Christian Women Entrepreneurs to take action and pioneer globally, with prophetic purpose, planning and prayer, the business ventures God has placed in their hearts.Are you struggling to confidently and boldly turn your God-breathed business dreams and desires into reality? Are you unsure of the practical steps required to start, grow and develop a faith-filled business venture? In this book, you will learn keys from Deborah's life to activate your entrepreneurial journey, along with how to implement the practical 5+U Pillars of Business Model to bring fresh momentum to your ventures.

Have you ever wondered if there's more than just getting through life's challenges with your faith intact? Kyllie Martin thought she'd navigated two decades of suffering well, joyfully even, until God placed her in an environment where she encountered authentic, attractive, overflowing joy. After witnessing first-hand the strength that joy imparts, she wanted it for herself. So, she asked the Lord to teach her about His joy. Thus began a two-year journey of study and exploration.In her debut book, Unlimited Joy, Kyllie shares what the Lord taught her as she traced the theme of joy throughout the Bible and allowed the Holy Spirit to fill her again and again with the joy of the Lord. As you read, you will discover how to: ¿ Overcome despondency and encounter heaven's joy ¿ Practically activate joy in your life ¿ Facilitate a joy outbreak in your community, church, and nation!Jesus wants you to have more than just a little bit of joy. He wants you to experience the fullness of it! Supernatural joy is your inheritance. Receive it, release it, and be transformed by the power of unlimited joy.

God's design for you as a couple is to be truly one.We all have an inbuilt desire to belong, to be loved and touched and cared for. It's how God made us. Yet for many married couples, this sense of belonging remains elusive. How can we be truly one in a world that values independence and autonomy?In this pivotal book, retired pastor Bob Cheesman draws upon fifty-six years of marriage as well as decades of premarital and marriage counselling to help you build a successful partnership that will stand the test of time. Filled with fatherly wisdom, this book will equip you to: ¿ Understand God's design and intention for marriage ¿ Establish healthy foundations to support your marriage ¿ Grow as a couple through every season of lifeA good relationship with your spouse doesn't need to be a pipe dream. With a little help, you can enjoy 'oneness' in marriage-just as God intended!

(Un)Faithful is a guide through the firestorm of infidelity. Ruth Erickson's compelling story of heartbreak and healing is an invitation for all women who have suffered the betrayal of an affair to discover the depths of the faithfulness of God. Ruth offers wisdom, perspective, and hope, standing years beyond her own fire, yet the book also journeys back in time to include riveting and honest poetry and journal entries from her real-time experience. Wrapped in forgiveness and faith, (Un)Faithful is a raw and reverent journey to healing, whether the marriage survives or not. While every story is unique, this book offers timeless, biblical principles by which any woman can walk into safety and dignity under the covering of a gracious God.

In a multi-day bike race or ride, each day is defined as a stage. As you ride with Peter along the course of his life, you will see that life is made up of stages from which we learn and grow. In 2012 Peter had the privilege of planning and organizing an eight-day multi-stage bike race named The Tour of New Zealand. It's a biennial Tour de France-style event for riders who love the intrigue of competition, but who also carry a passion to raise money for their chosen charity.Born to Live is a play on those words. It is Peter's life story, one where at every stage there have been choices to make about which road to travel and who to follow. As you read his story, you will be introduced to his 'Coach', the One who has guided, encouraged, and met with Peter at every stage along the way.A riveting account of faith, generosity, and the significance of a life well-lived.

Can your prodigal's journey become your greatest testimony? Eleanor Formaggio can without a doubt say yes! God shows up in the midst of disappointment, failure and fear. Even as He moves in the lives of our prodigals, He is changing us into who He has called us to be.Held contains spiritual insights, prayers, and a story that is both painful and hopeful at the same time. While God was looking out for Eleanor's son even when he wandered far, He was taking her on an intensely personal journey as well.In sharing her story, Eleanor encourages us that we can trust God to lift our loved ones out of the mire at just the right time, and explains why He is careful not to do it a moment too soon. In the waiting, however, we can actively partner with God. By pulling on the rope of prayer we can move mountains, activate angels, and hear Jesus whisper into our own hearts as we wait for our prodigals to return. This is a mother's story. Packed with strategies and insights, it will empower you to fight for the future of your child and partner with God for the destiny on their life-and yours!

I put a pair of socks in the dryer where it's hotBut only one comes out. That is weird, is it not?Everybody knows a mysterious creature lives in the dryer. But what does he look like? And what does he do with all those socks?!A rhyming story that is sure to capture the imagination of every generation.

In a world filled with uncertainty, abuse, addiction, poverty and despair, how do we hold onto hope? Into the Garden is a powerful invitation to rediscover the life you were created to enjoy. With strategic insight and personal wisdom, Michelle Zombos delves into Isaiah 61 to unpack a biblical model for personal and community restoration. As she shares pieces of her own journey-from growing up with a father who suffered from manic depression, to her divorce after twenty years of marriage and ministry-a picture emerges of a life restored.Whether you have lost out physically, relationally, mentally, financially, spiritually or vocationally in this season of life, this book will help you find healing and hope in the garden you were created for.

Can mission be simple and relational, and a good fit for you? And what if mission was an adventure to share with your whole church family, rather than something you must do on your own?Based on the insights of the book Redemptive Family by Howard Webb, here is a devotional that explores what it means to be a church family, rooted in a place, on a mission together. When everyone embraces the part they can play, we grow as disciples and become effective at drawing outsiders to the family table. We can also expect to see the place where our church is planted transformed!

When doctors predicted her son would never speak or progress beyond the capacity of a toddler, Leisa's life was thrown into turmoil. Suddenly, her own hopes and dreams were put on hold, sidelined by a constant stream of appointments, decisions, and unforeseen responsibilities.In Hope Wins, Leisa describes the emotional and physical toll of caring for a child with special needs and provides practical tools for those who find themselves in challenging situations. As Leisa shares her own personal journey along with insights gained over years of experience, you will be encouraged and empowered to:Recognize caregiver fatigueTake stock and evaluate what really mattersAdvocate for your special needs childAcknowledge the needs of other family membersHold onto your own sense of purpose and identity Work effectively with service providersIdentify the effects of grief and find healingReceive God's offer of hope in difficult circumstances A must-read for those who care 'a whole, awful lot' about special needs families.

Do you ever feel stuck? Does a life of meaning and purpose feel like it will have to wait for another day-for when the demands on you are less, and time and resources abound? Aimée Walker understands this struggle. She spent years waiting for such a day, believing that only then would the thriving life she'd imagined for herself be possible. That's when God arrested her attention with a statement King David made in the midst of adversity: "But I flourish." These three words made her realise she didn't need to wait for circumstances to change-she could flourish now. And so can you. Interweaving David's story with the attributes of three trees referenced in the Psalms, this book is Aimée's own journey of stripping back her preconceived ideas of what flourishing looked like in order to understand it from God's perspective. A Biblical guide to a life of growth and lasting fruitfulness, you will learn to: ¿ Embrace where God has you ¿ Overcome hindrances to your growth ¿ Understand your identity and purpose ¿ Find strength through connectionYou'll discover you don't have to keep waiting for 'another day' to live the life God purposed for you, and be equipped to start growing and thriving right where you are-regardless of how barren or fertile that place may feel. By God's grace, growth is always possible and purpose can be found in every season. Features in Every Chapter:Journaling promptsGuided PrayersHand-drawn bespoke illustrations