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From the award-winning author of When You Don't Know What to Pray comes a bold and life-transforming book that will help readers develop a vibrant relationship with God. Linda Evans Shepherd tells readers that a fulfilling prayer life is more than just regularly talking to God or checking items off a prayer list. God loves us so much that he wants us to draw close enough not only to talk but also to listen. Shepherd shows readers how to develop a dialogue with God, continually seeking him out and seeing him at work in our lives. Steeped in Scripture and personal stories of answered prayer, this book also includes sample prayers and action steps for readers to put into practice immediately.

The Scriptures tell us that when we pray the will of God, he delights to answer our prayers. But what is God's will in any given situation? How can we know it? And if we don't know it, how can we pray it?Linda Evans Shepherd shows readers that God's will is not a mystery--it's clearly laid out in his Word through his many promises. Through stories, practical application, examples of prayers, and guided reflection, Shepherd leads readers toward a more powerful prayer life. Arranged by topic for ease of use, this book shows how to pray God's promises- of his presence- of love- of peace- of joy- of hope- for provision- for health- for breakthroughs- for our relationships- over children and loved onesShepherd includes a chapter on God's powerful answers to prayer that will inspire readers to search the Scriptures, pray God's will, and wait expectantly for his promised answers.

There's prayer--and then there's intercessory prayer. What's the difference? How do we know when intercessory prayer is called for? And even if we feel the call to pray boldly for ourselves or others, how do we do it? What do we say? And what response should we expect from God?In this practical and encouraging book, Linda Evans Shepherd explains what intercessory prayer is, how to pray as an intercessor, and how to experience victory. With chapters devoted to praying for family, others, provision, health, breakthroughs, salvation of loved ones, church, community, country, and more, you'll quickly find the specific help you need to pray for the needs close to your heart. You'll also learn how to develop your own intercessory prayer battle strategy and to celebrate each victory with thanksgiving.If you're someone with a deeply felt need to pray for others, to bring your burdens and troubles to God, and to see God's clear answers to your prayers, this book is for you.

When life sends us trouble, we should pray. When we experience blessings, we should pray. When a friend or loved one is going through a difficult time, we should pray. We know this. Yet too often we don't know exactly what to say--so we say nothing.Drawing from her many popular books on prayer, Linda Evans Shepherd offers you a compact, giftable compilation of powerful prayers arranged by topic, so you can find the words to ask God for help, consolation, wisdom, and many other needs for yourself or others. Covering such concerns as stress, anxiety, hard times, illness, and much more, the prayers in this book will be the ones you turn to again and again as you walk through life with the ones you love.

Does your prayer time consist of an ever-lengthening list of requests for yourself and other people? Perhaps you spend a lot of time praying for the health of family or church members, guidance for a child or grandchild, or that God would intervene in global crises. But did you know that you can pray about more than just the things in life that seem to be going wrong? In fact, you can pray that God will transform your anxious and tired heart into a joyful one!It's time to set aside the trials of life for a while and make joy a priority. Not sure how? Let this collection of Scripture-powered prayers from beloved author Linda Evans Shepherd be your guide. Packed with prayers of gratitude, praise, and hope, this inspiring collection will change your perspective, your life, and your heart as you press into pure, God-given joy.The perfect gift for yourself or someone else, Make Time for Joy will help you transform sadness into gladness as you rest on the love, joy, and provision that comes from God.

Where is God when everything comes crashing down? Where is he when a job is lost? When a child goes astray? When the diagnosis is dire? Does he truly care?In Praying through Hard Times, Linda Evans Shepherd shows you how to see God in times of trouble. With compassion born from her own experiences with tragedy, Shepherd offers you practical strategies for surviving difficult times, giving your worries and sadness to God, praying through the pain, and finding peace, hope, and joy once more. In fact, she even shows you how the tough times can draw you closer to God than ever before.No matter what the hurt, there is always, always hope. God's answers to prayer may not come packaged in the ways we would expect, but they do come in ways that will transform our lives.

In recent years, the Share Jesus without Fear book and its growing family of ancillary products have sparked a faith-sharing movement that continues to gain momentum. It began with the jaw-dropping story of William Fay, once a money-driven businessman with Mafia ties who ran a house of prostitution until it was raided by police. Facing the threat of jail time, Fay turned to Jesus Christ for redemption and ever since has been turning others to Him as well.Now featuring a fresh new cover design, Share Jesus without Fear relays Fay''s passionate, effective instructions on how to share the love of Christ with anyone--without feeling intimidated on either side of the conversation. Bold and joyful, the outreach movement continues without fear.

En los últimos años, el libro Testifica de Jesús sin temor y su creciente familia de productos asociados desató un movimiento de testimonio cristiano que sigue cobrando impulso. Comenzó con el asombroso relato de William Fay, quien fuera un hombre de negocios motivado por el dinero, vinculado con la mafia y dirigente de un burdel, hasta que llegó una redada policial. Ante la amenaza de una condena que lo privaría de su libertad, Fay buscó su redención en Jesucristo y desde entonces ha testificado de Él ante los demás.Testifica de Jesús sin temor comparte las apasionadas y eficaces instrucciones de Fay sobre cómo testificar del amor de Cristo ante cualquier persona, sin sentirse intimidado por ninguna de las dos perspectivas de la conversación. Este movimiento misionero, caracterizado por su audacia y alegría, sigue progresando sin temor.In recent years, the Share Jesus Without Fear book and its growing family of related products have sparked a faith-sharing movement that continues to gain momentum. It began with the jaw-dropping story of William Fay, once a money-driven businessman with Mafia ties who ran a house of prostitution until it was raided by police. Facing the threat of jail time, Fay turned to Jesus Christ for redemption and ever since has been turning others to Him as well.Share Jesus Without Fear relays Fay’s passionate, effective instructions on how to share the love of Christ with anyone -- without feeling intimidated on either side of the conversation. Bold and joyful, the outreach movement continues without fear.

When the six members of the Potluck Club meet once again, things are about to heat up. Wedding plans and romantic desires abound as Summit View buzzes with rumors and revelations about the past.Has Deputy Sheriff Donna Vesey finally found the love of her life? Will Jack and Goldie Dippel--and their marriage--survive a dangerous mountain avalanche? And will the Potluck Club be able to put their differences aside and help each other survive the storms of life and love? Readers will be hungry to find out in the final course of this popular series.

In the small Colorado town of Summit View, a surprising multi-generational mix of women from Grace Church meet once a week to pass a hot dish and to pray. But the Potluck Club, as they call themselves, is a recipe for disaster when they send up enough misinformed prayers to bring down a church. And the funny thing: the more they pray, the more troubles seem to come their way. It isn''t until they invite God to the table that they discover friendship is the spice of life, and a little dash of grace, just like salt, goes a long way.With charming, down-home characters, humor, poignancy, and a recipe in every chapter, The Potluck Club will keep readers hungering for more.

Is America ready to meet the Potluck Catering Club on reality TV?The women of the Potluck Catering Club have a growing business. They even became the subject of a budding filmmaker''s class project. Problem is, they didn''t read the fine print when they signed off on his documentary. When he enters the club in the reality show The Great Party Showdown, the ladies of Summit View, Colorado, must head to the Big Apple for the unexpected adventure of their lives. Between navigating New York City, dealing with cutthroat contestants, and trying to maintain their close friendship in the surreal world of reality TV, the Potluck women must keep their eyes on the prize--a cool million dollars--and work together if they''re going to make it back home in one piece.

Life just got a whole lot more complicated--thanks to a "secret" ingredientThe women of the Potluck Club have made a bold move. They''ve launched a catering business that''s a lot like them: saucy, spicy, and well-seasoned. But will a pantry full of personal secrets cause the business to crumble before it gets off the ground?As the women focus on their new venture they are forced to deal with a steamy past that threatens a marriage, the scalding truth about those they thought they knew, and the outrageous situations that come out of an unexpected--and revealing--trip back home. The ladies of Summit View, Colorado, haven''t left the kitchen--they''ve merely turned up the heat on their most delectable adventure to date.

Two cups of flour, a cup of sugar . . . and a generous pinch of scandalThe ladies of the Potluck Catering Club may have thought that competing on The Great Party Showdown reality show in New York City would be the biggest adventure of their lives. But they weren''t counting on the strange goings-on they would confront when they returned to Summit View, Colorado. When a shocking event rocks their small town, the ladies are stunned--especially when the fingers start pointing at one of them. Will old friends stick together through their trials? Or will they be torn apart by tragedy?

There''s prayer--and then there''s intercessory prayer. What''s the difference? How do we know when intercessory prayer is called for? And even if we feel the call to pray boldly for ourselves or others, how do we do it? What do we say? And what response should we expect from God?In this practical and encouraging book, Linda Evans Shepherd explains what intercessory prayer is, how to pray as an intercessor, and how to experience victory. With chapters devoted to praying for family, others, provision, health, breakthroughs, salvation of loved ones, church, community, country, and more, you''ll quickly find the specific help you need to pray for the needs close to your heart. You''ll also learn how to develop your own intercessory prayer battle strategy and to celebrate each victory with thanksgiving.If you''re someone with a deeply felt need to pray for others, to bring your burdens and troubles to God, and to see God''s clear answers to your prayers, this book is for you.

The Scriptures tell us that when we pray the will of God, he delights to answer our prayers. But what is God''s will in any given situation? How can we know it? And if we don''t know it, how can we pray it?Linda Evans Shepherd shows readers that God''s will is not a mystery--it''s clearly laid out in his Word through his many promises. Through stories, practical application, examples of prayers, and guided reflection, Shepherd leads readers toward a more powerful prayer life. Arranged by topic for ease of use, this book shows how to pray God''s promises- of his presence- of love- of peace- of joy- of hope- for provision- for health- for breakthroughs- for our relationships- over children and loved onesShepherd includes a chapter on God''s powerful answers to prayer that will inspire readers to search the Scriptures, pray God''s will, and wait expectantly for his promised answers.

Most of us have felt it: that unexplained prompting in our hearts to stop and pray for a friend, a loved one, or even a stranger. Sometimes we dismiss the feeling as a stray thought about friends, families, or situations. Sometimes we are even awakened from a deep sleep with an even deeper need to go to God in prayer. Where do those urges come from? Are they truly from God? And do those prayers have any effect on the one we''re praying for?In Called to Pray, Linda Evans Shepherd shares dozens of inspiring true stories of people who have felt God''s call to pray--and the astonishing results of those impromptu prayers. For those who wonder if prayer has any effect or doubt that God communicates with us personally, this heart-stirring book will amaze, inspire, and equip them to respond to those holy promptings.

Linda Evans Shepherd shows how God''s answers to prayer may not come packaged in the ways we would expect, but they do come in ways that will transform our lives. This book will be a comfort to those who struggle with faith yet still dare to believe that God cares. Through solid biblical teaching and true stories of answered prayer, Shepherd walks with readers on a journey to renewed hope.

While there are a variety of coping techniques when it comes to stress--sleep more, eat better, avoid this, seek that out--the true remedy is prayer. In this inspiring book, Linda Evans Shepherd shows readers how to recognize God''s continual presence and yield their troubles to the Prince of Peace. Through captivating stories, explorations of fascinating biblical characters, and examples of deeper-than-ever prayers, she brings within readers'' grasp the peace that passes understanding. Anyone who is overwhelmed by all of the urgent demands on their time will find in this book a lifeline to true peace.

Why are so many of us fighting the same old battles instead of living the life God intends for us? It''s time to learn how to use the weapons God has already provided for us to find success in every area of life. Unpacking the full armor of God described in Ephesians 6, Linda Evans Shepherd offers insight into why we feel resistance when we try to find and follow our purpose and shows us how to break through our daily spiritual battles to live a victorious life now.

Human beings are emotional creatures. We feel deeply, and at times our emotional responses to our situations may be overwhelming. Whether it''s disappointment at an opportunity missed, grief when a loved one dies, anxiety when we go through a big life change (even a positive one!), or uncertainty when faced with a situation outside of our control, we can take those feelings to God--immediately--in prayer, and he will give us peace, comfort, and clarity.Topically arranged so you can go directly to your particular need, Praying Through Every Emotion offers transforming Scripture and prayer to help you change your perspective, heal your emotional wounds, and find yourself unburdened from cares and concerns. The power-packed prayers cover nearly 70 different emotions, from feeling angry, broken, or exhausted to feeling confident, hopeful, and joyful--and everything in between. You''ll even find prayers for the really hard things, such as when you feel depressed, shamed, or suicidal.Your emotions are a gift from God, and he uses them to help you grow, both closer to him and more fully into the person he created you to be. Let Linda Evans Shepherd help you manage those emotions through prayer and see your attitude and mind-set transformed.

When life sends us trouble, we should pray. When we experience blessings, we should pray. When a friend or loved one is going through a difficult time, we should pray. We know this. Yet too often we don''t know exactly what to say--so we say nothing.Drawing from her many popular books on prayer, Linda Evans Shepherd offers you a compact, giftable compilation of powerful prayers arranged by topic, so you can find the words to ask God for help, consolation, wisdom, and many other needs for yourself or others. Covering such concerns as stress, anxiety, hard times, illness, and much more, the prayers in this book will be the ones you turn to again and again as you walk through life with the ones you love.

Does your prayer time consist of an ever-lengthening list of requests for yourself and other people? Perhaps you spend a lot of time praying for the health of family or church members, guidance for a child or grandchild, or that God would intervene in global crises. But did you know that you can pray about more than just the things in life that seem to be going wrong? In fact, you can pray that God will transform your anxious and tired heart into a joyful one!It''s time to set aside the trials of life for a while and make joy a priority. Not sure how? Let this collection of Scripture-powered prayers from beloved author Linda Evans Shepherd be your guide. Packed with prayers of gratitude, praise, and hope, this inspiring collection will change your perspective, your life, and your heart as you press into pure, God-given joy.The perfect gift for yourself or someone else, Make Time for Joy will help you transform sadness into gladness as you rest on the love, joy, and provision that comes from God.

Six women. More problems. New secrets. The Potluck Club is back with a yummy casserole of characters, hilarity, and adventure in Summit View, Colorado!Club leader Evie continues to find newcomer Lisa Leann too tough to swallow, especially since the former Texan''s new advice column causes rumors to rise faster than her famous instant-yeast cinnamon rolls. When one member stirs things up with a new ''do and a new outlook on life, the girls find themselves in a pickle as gossip takes over the group, a long-awaited romance doesn''t go as planned, and the past comes back to haunt the club''s youngest member. Seasoned with loads of faith, forgiveness, and friendship, The Potluck Club--Trouble''s Brewing gives readers the tasty next serving of friendship fiction that they''ve hungered for since the debut of this zestful, popular series.