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A charming and wise collection of lessons from Proverbs . . . taught by teachers with paws.Many of us believe a house isn’t a home unless there is fur on the floor. Pawverbs, a collection of 100 short stories featuring real-life animals, presents the godly wisdom of Proverbs in a whimsical way—inviting us to explore deep spiritual truths alongside tales of our lovable pets. In this book you will meetGuinea pig sisters with celebrity status.A street-smart cat who finds his way home.A black Lab with a rap sheet.A dog and dolphin who are best friends.A bearded dragon who enjoys a good soak.A lifesaving Great Dane, and many more.Like little fuzzy, hairy, scaly, or feathery ambassadors, animals are a gift from God to point us to Himself—to the One who promises to never leave us, is always available to listen, and who loves us more than we can fathom. If you are looking for encouragement and inspiration, or even just a kibble-sized morsel of wisdom, Pawverbs is sure to delight your pet-loving soul.

Over 100,000 copies sold!A dog’s love is one of life’s greatest blessings.Your dog doesn’t ask you to be anyone other than yourself. When you’re with your dog, you don’t have to worry about what you say or what you look like; all your canine friend wants is you (and food, and belly rubs, and treats).But dogs are even more than our best friends—they can be our wise teachers, sharing lessons that stay in our hearts forever. Every day, they show us the value of listening and loyalty; what it means to trust and obey; and the importance of just sitting with someone and being a friend. God has given us animals, ultimately, to point us to Himself—to the One who is always there and who loves unconditionally.Pawverbs for a Dog Lover’s Heart is a collection of stories with beautiful photographs, each featuring a real-life animal and sharing a principle from the book of Proverbs. You’ll not only find inspiring and heartwarming tales, but spiritual truths to touch your heart and remind you of God’s unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.

“It’s hard to be lonely, isn’t it? To miss someone who should be here?”Jodi Stuber wasn''t looking for another horse for her struggling therapy ranch—let alone one like Solomon. After losing his herd, he was solitary and sad, spending his days standing near the plastic deer in his yard for company. No stranger herself to loss and heartache, Jodi knew she had to give Solomon a home.The road to recovery wouldn’t be easy. As Solomon struggled to fit in with his new herd and Jodi continued to navigate her own grief, the two developed a deep bond. But just as Jodi and Solomon were both beginning to heal, an unthinkable tragedy struck the therapy ranch. And Solomon was about to teach Jodi the greatest lesson of all.Written by Jennifer Marshall Bleakley, author of Joey: How a Blind Rescue Horse Helped Others Learn to See, Project Solomon is a powerful story of resilience, sacrifice, and love that reminds us all how much we matter—to each other and to God.

Cats aren’t just cute and cuddly; they also have a lot to teach us about life.Our cats are our companions—they love us deeply, are always honest with us (sometimes too honest), and are there for us when we need them most. There is no sound in the world quite as soothing as the purr of a contented cat by our side.But cats are even more than our companions—they can be our wise teachers, sharing lessons that stay in our hearts forever. Cats show us the importance of trusting the people we love; they model how to live with confident authenticity; and they inspire us to overcome obstacles that stand in our way. Ultimately, God has given us animals to point us to Himself—to the One who is always there and who loves us unconditionally, right where we are.Pawverbs for a Cat Lover’s Heart is a collection of stories with beautiful photographs, each featuring a real-life animal and sharing a principle from the book of Proverbs. You’ll not only find inspiring and heartwarming tales, but also spiritual truths to touch your heart and remind you of God’s unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.

In the style of Jennifer Bleakley’s bestselling books, Pawverbs: 100 Inspirations to Delight an Animal Lover’s Heart, Pawverbs for a Dog Lover’s Heart, and Pawverbs for a Cat Lover’s Heart, we’re expanding the series to include inspiring devotionals written specifically for children.Kids love animals! Pawverbs for Kids is jam-packed with 30 true-to-life short stories, or pawverbs. Each of these charming stories features kids and animals—and what a variety of animals there are: dogs, cats, frogs, birds, horses . . . even a bearded dragon and a grasshopper! Each story illustrates a biblical principle or lesson found in the Bible book of Proverbs. This book presents biblical truth in a whimsical way and invites kids to explore deep spiritual truth alongside extremely loveable pets!Each pawverb includes:A Bible verse from ProverbsA short and engaging storyReflection questionsA child-friendly prayerGod has given us animals, ultimately to point us to himself—to the one who is always there and who loves us unconditionally. In this book, children will not only find inspiring and heartwarming animal tales, but spiritual truths to touch their hearts and remind them of God’s unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.

A powerful true story of what God can do through a willing heart and a wagging tailAfter a devastating series of personal losses, Larry Randolph finally had things under control. Then one morning while praying, he felt God speak two simple words to his heart: "Therapy dogs."There was only one problem. Larry didn''t have a dog, and hadn’t since the loss of his beloved basset hound, Gus. Why would God say that? Could Larry even open himself up to loving a dog again? He had far more questions than answers.But then came Grace.Together, Larry and his beloved yellow lab Gracie brought hope and healing to hundreds of sick and lonely people. But when Larry''s own life takes a shocking and terrifying turn, it’s up to Gracie to rescue Larry and his family too.Perfect for those looking for gifts for dog lovers and fans of animal storiesTold with humor and heartFull of life lessonsIncludes photo galleryWritten by Jennifer Marshall Bleakley (Joey and Pawverbs) and Larry Randolph, Finding Grace is the inspiring true story of a man willing to take a leap of faith and the four-legged companions by his side.

One book was not enough! First there was Pawverbs for Kids. Now we're back with 30 additional endearing devotions for kids in More Pawverbs for Kids!In the same great format as Jennifer Bleakley's bestselling books, Pawverbs: 100 Inspirations to Delight an Animal Lover's Heart, Pawverbs for a Dog Lover's Heart, Pawverbs for a Cat Lover's Heart, and Pawverbs for Kids, this newest edition to the series is jam-packed with 30 true-to-life short stories, or pawverbs. Each of these charming stories features kids and animals-and what a variety of animals there are: dogs, cats, frogs, birds, horses . . . and MORE! Each story illustrates a biblical principle or lesson found in the Bible book of Proverbs. This book presents biblical truth in a whimsical way and invites kids to explore deep spiritual truth alongside extremely loveable pets!Each pawverb includes:A Bible verse from ProverbsA short and engaging storyReflection questionsA child-friendly prayerGod has given us animals, ultimately to point us to himself-to the one who is always there and who loves us unconditionally. In this book, children will not only find inspiring and heartwarming animal tales, but spiritual truths to touch their hearts and remind them of God's unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.

Be Still and Know... You Are Loved More Than You Can Pawsibly ImagineNothing on earth exemplifies the unconditional love and enduring faithfulness of God quite like our four-legged friends. Their loyalty, calming presence and constant companionship bring us the same sense of peace and contentment that we find throughout the book of Psalms.In Paws in His Presence, bestselling author of the Pawverbs devotional books Jennifer Marshall Bleakley takes you on a 50-day devotional journey through the heart of the Psalms with the help of God's most faithful and lovable creatures. You'll discover:A beloved rescue dog named BubbaA beautiful black horse named MercyA quirky catfish named HunterA golden retriever mama named WrigleyAnd many, many more!As you read these and other true stories-along with passages from Psalms, full-color photos, prayers, and reflection questions-you will start to see the animals around you as living, breathing pictures of God's love. And you will find yourself pausing in the presence of the God who knows you, sees you, and loves you more than you can imagine.

Auf dem Höhepunkt seiner Karriere als Sportpferd ist Joey der Traum eines jeden Pferdebesitzers. Doch eine Verletzung sorgt für das vorzeitige Karriereaus, und Joey wird von einem Besitzer zum nächsten weitergereicht. Am Ende findet man ihn in einem schäbigen Unterstand - verwahrlost, verängstigt und blind. In diesem Zustand kommt Joey auf "Hope Reins" an, einer Pferderanch, die sich auf die Arbeit mit traumatisierten und psychisch belasteten Kindern spezialisiert hat. Hier blüht das geschundene Pferd auf und zeigt, was wirklich in ihm steckt. Denn die Veränderungen, die Joey bei den Kindern und Mitarbeitern bewirkt, grenzen so manches Mal an ein Wunder ...Eine wahre und zutiefst bewegende Geschichte über Treue, Freundschaft und Heilung, die aufzeigt, dass Gott ein Herz für die Zerbrochenen hat. Und dass es sich lohnt, ihm zu vertrauen und voller Zuversicht weiterzugehen.

Viele Menschen wissen, welchen Segen und welche Freude Tiere uns schenken können. Für manche sind sie die besten Freunde. Vielleicht haben Sie das ja auch schon erlebt? Wir können viel von unseren tierischen Begleitern lernen. Zum Beispiel, wie wichtig es ist, präsent zu sein und zuzuhören. Oder was Treue und Zuverlässigkeit bedeuten. Wie man seine eigene Stimme findet und den Mut aufbringt, sie auch zu benutzen.Dieses besondere Buch ist eine humorvolle und gleichzeitig berührende Zusammenstellung von 52 wahren Geschichten aus dem Leben von Menschen und ihren geliebten tierischen Begleitern. Jede davon wird mit einer Lebensweisheit aus dem biblischen Buch der Sprüche verbunden. Es zeigt, wie wir ein glückliches, erfülltes Leben führen können. Ein wundervolles Buch für jeden Lebens- und Tierliebhaber.

Eigentlich ist Jodi Stuber nicht auf der Suche nach einem weiteren Therapiepferd für ihre "HopeWell"-Ranch. Doch dann erfährt sie von Solomons Schicksal: Der Wallach ist als Einziger seiner Herde übrig geblieben und verkümmert zusehends. Jodi beschließt, ihn aus seiner Einsamkeit herauszuholen. Nicht zuletzt, da sie selbst nur allzu vertraut ist mit dem Gefühl von Verlust und Trauer.Während Solomon sich schwertut, in der neuen Herde Anschluss zu finden, kämpft Jodi darum, einen Weg aus ihrer eigenen Trauer zu finden. Doch letzten Endes gelingt es Solomon, Jodi eine wichtige Lektion über Echtheit, Opferbereitschaft und Vertrauen zu lehren. Und darüber, dass jeder von uns eine wichtige Rolle spielt - für seine Mitmenschen ebenso wie für Gott.Eine zutiefst bewegende wahre Geschichte mit der Botschaft: Gott sieht dich.

Dieses Buch ist eine Zusammenstellung von humorvollen und berührenden Geschichten aus dem Leben von Menschen und ihren Katzen. Es vermittelt dabei die Lebensweisheit der biblischen Sprüche auf unterhaltsame Weise. Unter anderem geht es darum, großzügig zu sein, in unangenehmen Situationen die Wahrheit zu sagen oder um Selbstdisziplin. Diese felligen Familienmitglieder sind ein Geschenk von Gott, das uns auf ihn hinweist - auf den einen, der verspricht, uns immer treu zu sein, der immer ein Ohr für uns hat und uns mehr liebt, als wir uns das vorstellen können. Wer nach Ermutigung und Inspiration sucht, für den sind diese Happen tierischer Weisheit genau das Richtige!