Bibles:
The Everyday Life Bible: The Power of God’s Word for Everyday Living by Joyce Meyer
The Amplified Bible really knocks your socks off with emphasis and Joyce’s commentary speaks life straight to the heart.
The Message//REMIX 2.0 by Eugene H. Peterson
I love how The Message breathes fresh life into The Bible, telling the story as though spoken by a close Friend.
Zondervan NIV Study Bible: Updated Edition by Zondervan
My most used foundational Bible with informative side-notes.
Bible Study:
Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman by Beth Moore
A wonderful encouraging Bible study about the power of one supposedly insignificant woman to rise up ‘for such a time as this’ to change the world for God. Delivered with classic Beth Moore authentic wit and wisdom. Get a group of your girlfriends together and dive in!
Lord, Heal My Hurts: A Devotional Study on God’s Care and Deliverance by Kay Arthur
Biblical balm for the broken-hearted. Discover your Deliverer, Savior, and Healer for yourself.
Lord, Is It Warfare? Teach Me to Stand: A Devotional Study on Spiritual Victory by Kay Arthur
Learn the truth of the fact that we do indeed have an enemy in this world and how to stand against him.
Career:
The Job Interview Preparation Pocket Handbook by Joanna Morgan
My very short but useful book on how to best prepare for a job interview. This book is currently under revision .and hard copies can still be purchased for $4.99 + $3.00 shipping and handling by contacting me through this website.
What Color Is Your Parachute? A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers by Richard Nelson Bolles
The job changers and seekers Bible to discerning your gifts and passions and going after the right next work for you.
Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Achieving Financial Independence: Revised and Updated for the 21st Century by Vicki Robin, Joe Dominguez, and Monique Tilford
Provides a whole new perspective on the value of your precious time and resources, enabling you to make better choices about where and how to spend your life.
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Devotionals:
Dear Jesus: Seeking His Light in Your Life by Sarah Young
Sit down with Jesus each morning over coffee and let Him tell you what He wants you to know each day.
God Calling Journal by Two Listeners
Get your morning message from God before you begin each day. It will leave you believing He wrote it just for you.
His Princess: Love Letters from Your King by Sheri Rose Shepherd
The perfect devotional for those of us who hunger for a loving Father and His very personal words of encouragement.
Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence by Sarah Young
“Daily messages from Jesus that shoot straight to the heart reminding you He walks with you every step of the way.”
Streams in the Desert by L. B. Cowman and James Reimann
“A truly Inspired devotional providing spiritual water for those walking through dessert places in their lives.”
DVDs:
A sweet movie that opens our eyes and hearts to what is possible if we let go of the material things and the past they represent, in order to move forward into the beautiful possibilities awaiting us in the future.
The Wizard of Oz (Two-Disc 70th Anniversary Edition)
The timeless classic that still offers a message of truth about overcoming our fears through relationship and service, as a path to discover the truths that have been hidden within us all along.
It’s a Wonderful Life (60th Anniversary Edition)
This movie never fails to uplift our spirits and encourage weary souls when we are doubting our worth as one small person in this world.
Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium (Full Screen Edition)
I love this movie! So a beautiful message for children of all ages about the power of belief and the precious and unique gifts hidden within each of us, which were meant to be shared with the world.
A wonderful parable for the challenges and struggles of life in this world, inspiring hope in all the ways beautiful things are made possible when we take courage, face our fears, persevere, and believe.
Fiction:
The Shack (Special Hardcover Edition) by William P. Young
A story that gives us hope that we have a very personal and living Faith, healing is possible, and reminds us that God is not defined by the box we keep Him in.
Inspirational:
A Million Miles in a Thousand Years: What I Learned While Editing My Life by Donald Miller
An amazing account of the power of the stories we tell with our own lives, and our ability to change the story by our choices.
Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality by Donald Miller
Portrays the beauty in our struggles to define our own spiritual beliefs. Moving and sometimes laugh out loud funny.
The Dream Giver by Bruce Wilkinson and Heather Kopp
“A great encourager for those who have a dream.” Begins as a perfect parable for all ages and turns into a personal coaching session.
Tramp for the Lord by Corrie ten Boom
Beautifully demonstrates the power of faith in dire circumstances and how the Lord provides at every turn of the journey weaving all things together for the good.
Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin
“Anyone who wants to believe that one ordinary person can make a difference in this world needs to read this book.”
Lioness Arising: Wake Up and Change Your World by Lisa Bevere
In Lioness Arising, author and speaker Lisa Bevere offers the life and image of the lioness as a fierce and tender model for women. Revealing the surprising characteristics of this amazing creature, Lisa challenges women to discover fresh passion, prowess, and purpose.
Memoir:
Thin Places: A Memoir by Mary E. DeMuth
Mary does a beautiful job of weaving God’s redemption into the truth of a difficult and lonely childhood.
Self-Help:
Battlefield of the Mind: Winning the Battle in Your Mind by Joyce Meyer
The battle for your life is conducted behind your own eyes and Joyce explains this powerful truth in a way that helps you take back the reins of your own life.
People of the Lie: The Hope for Healing Human Evil by M. Scott Peck
A new perspective on the faces of evil we encounter in our daily life. If you think satan is just a fictional character, think again.
The Wizard of Oz and Other Narcissists: Coping with the One-Way Relationship in Work, Love, and Family by Eleanor D. Payson
Ever dealt with a person who uses, confuses, and manipulates you, then blames you for their anger, generally causing you to question your sanity? You may be dealing with a Narcissist. This informative books helps sort the truth from the lies.
Step-Parenting:
The Courage to Be a Stepmom: Finding Your Place Without Losing Yourself by Sue Patton Thoele
This book a bright light of hope and sanity in the crazy fog of step-parenting.