The US Constitution guarantees the right to the pursuit of happiness. But for most Americans, what this really means is the pursuit of more--more money, more prestige, more stuff. We've made idols out of innovation, growth, power, and wealth. Far from offering us happiness and satisfaction, this relentless pursuit of more has only left us exhausted, isolated, miserable, and wondering if there is a better way.There is. Less of More exposes the American pursuit of more for w...

Does God feel far away?There comes a time in every Christian’s life when God feels distant. This feeling can be confusing, discouraging, or even dangerous.Distant God meets us in the middle of this struggle. It helps us think rightly about what we’re experiencing and gives practical ways for drawing near to God. It answers questions like:What does it mean that God is always with me?What role do works (like devotion, confessi...

Jesus called his followers to exchange the heavy yoke around their necks for his light one. So why are so many Christians feeling weighed down and burned out? The simple answer is that they are being told from many pulpits across the country what they "should be" doing for God.Bestselling author Andrew Farley calls this for what it is--works-based religion--and then shares with readers biblical wisdom on the neglected art of resting in Christ. Anyone longing to experience true rele...

OVER 300,000 COPIES SOLD!Why won’t God reveal his special will for my life already?Because he doesn’t intend to... So says Kevin DeYoung in this punchy book about making decisions the godly way.Many of us are listening for the still small voice to tell us what’s next instead of listening to the clear voice in Scripture telling us what’s now. God does have a will for your life, but it is the same as everyone else’s:...

Be Transformed by a Glimpse of Paradise· What will heaven be like? What will we do? Who will we see?· How can I become more excited about heaven as my true home?· Is it possible that knowing more about heaven will result in greater joy and purpose in my daily life?It's not easy separating fact from fiction when it comes to heaven, nor is it always easy to see how the afterlife can affect our lives today. After a car accident caused his ninetee...

Sharing your faith doesn't have to be complicated.Christians are called to be a witness for Christ in daily life, to surprise people around us with the good news of the gospel. Yet putting that mission into regular practice can seem overwhelming. Author Michael Frost, a renowned expert on evangelism, offers refreshingly simple tactics to make evangelism fulfilling, exciting, and effective.Surprise the World teaches clear and practical tools for maki...

See God for Who He Is, Not What You Think He Ought To BeAnyone who has tried to describe God to someone else, especially an unbeliever, knows that it is easy to find yourself at a loss for words. It seems that this part of our lives, which we claim is central, is often difficult to put into words. But if you know God, shouldn't you be able to describe him? What is he like? How can we put his eternal attributes into words?Join Chip Ingram in this fascinating...

Christians today face a dilemma: in a world that seems to reject everything we believe, how do we walk closely with God without caving to pressure or alienating those we hope to reach?In The Daniel Dilemma, Chris Hodges provides a solution by examining the life of the prophet Daniel, who persevered in a corrupt culture that closely resembles our own--and emerged as an influential force in God's redemptive plan.Full of timeless scripture an...

Does God Really Have Your Best Interest at Heart?Doubting His holiness? Thinking maybe you shouldn’t completely surrender to Him, that you’re better off in charge of your own life? Well, say hello to the father of these lies: Satan. He’s an old pro using the same brilliant, deceptive tactics to harm you every time—unless you dare call his bluff and refuse to ever be his victim again. In God Can Not Be Trusted (and Five Other Lies of Satan),

More than 190,000 copies of Elizabeth George’s Growth andStudy Guides have been sold! Her newest one, based on her encouraging book Loving God with All Your Mind (more than200,000 copies sold), provides insights and thoughtful questions to help women—focus on God and His principles for lifeturn daily struggles over to Godapply God’s truths to everyday liferecognize and live God’s purpose for their livesfind peace in all circums...

Every thought you have creates or reinforces already-created negative or positive beliefs in your heart. These beliefs are the main controllers of our thoughts, words, and actions, which in turn form our emotions. The key to having a high-quality life is to create beliefs within your heart that control your behavior. In this workbook, Dr. Gary Smalley presents how-to steps, engaging questions, practical exercises, and fun activities to help the whole family memorize and meditate on key Scr...

To encounter Jesus daily and have a relationship with Him changes everything; our focus becomes eternal. Experience Jesus in such a way that His love-drenched, others-focused nature shapes your character. The spiritual practices in each chapter will challenge you to go deeper with Him.