Mary Carver – författare

"Sara's story only grew louder, braver, bolder with her death. It's a story that we all need to keep hearing." --Lisa-Jo Baker, bestselling author of Surprised by MotherhoodSara Frankl knew she had a terminal disease, but she didn't let it stop her from living. In the face of immeasurable pain, Sara chose joy--again and again. Her unforgettable message of hope and purpose lives on, even after her death, in her words.CHOOSE JOY is a compilation of the lessons Sara learned while she was dying, written in her own words and sewn together by her close friend Mary Carver. It is a reminder to see the beauty in life, even when it looks nothing like you hoped or planned.In a world full of tragedy, choosing joy is no small task--but, as Sara knew, the importance lies in the choosing. Once you learn to make that choice, every day, no matter what happens, joy will come.

What would you do if you were going to die soon? What wisdom would you impart to the world if you knew it was your last chance? Sara Frankl's eventual death was indeed tragic but the vignettes she presents are unforgettable. CHOOSE JOY is a must-have for those searching for meaning and beauty in world full of tragedy. Her words breathe with vitality and life and her stories will inspire smiles, tears and the desire to "choose joy." Readers will find themselves contemplating what really matters and move to reassess their day-to-day perspective on life.

Have you ever felt hopeless? Perhaps you're facing circumstances you never prepared for or even imagined. Maybe you're looking for any hint of encouragement, any inkling that this--whatever your this might be--won't last forever or destroy you. Maybe you're afraid to hope or perhaps you're not even sure what hope is. Whether you're new to faith or a lifelong Christ follower, holding onto hope can be hard. Create in Me a Heart of Hope is a six-week Bible study packed with relevant observations and applications, as well as daily prayers and Scripture memorization. Perfect for individuals or small groups, this study will help you- learn where hope comes from and the difference it can make in your life- cling to God's truth and assurance when you're waiting or overwhelmed, when you've been hurt, or when you feel trapped- begin living with confidence as you firmly grasp the hope God is offeringWhatever you're facing, God's unshakable hope can meet you there.

Come as you are--for real--and know that God cares about every aspect of your life.The messages we hear about empowerment often run along the lines of "If you believe in yourself, you can do anything!" It''s an inspiring slogan in the moment, but its energy fizzles out in the long run. When you''re left feeling less than, incapable, or not enough, Jesus sees you as valuable, whole, and good. Knowing who we are in Christ is what truly empowers us. Through the sixty readings in this devotional, you will learn to· stop compartmentalizing your faith and experience God in every part of your being: physical, mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual· reject the lies that you''re not worthy by understanding that the way God designed you is exactly who you need to be· look beyond self-help catchphrases and live each day in the truth of God''s Word and by the power of the Holy SpiritThrough Scripture, stories, prayers, and reflection questions, this devotional will help you cultivate each area of your life to live fully as God created you to be.Written by Mary Carver, Grace P. Cho, and Anna E. Rendell.