Most of us long to be in control—of our schedule, our relationships, and our future. Newlywed Laura Story thought she had control over the great life ahead of her. After all, she followed Jesus and had a promising new job as a worship leader. Why would God not want to fulfill her dreams? But when Laura and her husband, Martin, faced a brain tumor, infertility, and a son’s birth defect, she realized she’d been looking for a happiness that comes from circumstances, rather than a deeper joy that comes from God. Again and again, Laura had to surrender her vision for her life so she could embrace God’s vision. And again and again she learned that even in the midst of shattered dreams, God’s plan brought greater joy than she could have imagined. Now the Grammy Award–winning singer-songwriter known for such hits as “Blessings,” “Indescribable,” and “Mighty to Save” shares her powerful story of finding blessing in her deepest pain. In, I Give Up, Laura explores: How to delight in God’s gifts no matter your circumstances. Why waiting on God is a daily decision, not a step-by-step process. The strength we find from meditating on God’s Word. Why surrendering to God leads to reconciliation with others. How the things we consider to be losses are ways for God to display his glory. As Laura writes, she no longer wants to be in control of her life. She wants to be rooted in the God who is in control. I Give Up will help you Discover a deeper life of worship, a fuller life of joy, and a freer life of true surrender as you open your hands to God. And give up.

In this interactive devotional Bible study, June Kimmel reflects on Christ's life of perfect submission. She unveils the delight that every Christian woman can find through submission to God's will. The wealth of biblical examples, the conversational style, and various supporting questions make A Life Surrendered ideal for personal or group study. - Publisher.

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Have you ever felt disillusioned by a church that seems to be filled with hypocrites? If so, you will want to read first time author Jad Jabbour's book, The Life Surrendered. Jabbour examines what it means to be a true disciple of Christ, how many of us are unaware of our own hypocrisy and how to live the meaningful lives that Jesus intended for us. As a young American Christian, Jabbour pleads for himself and his peers to live authentic lives, lives without hypocrisy. The Life Surrendered will challenge you to truly live the Christianity you claim.

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Question your assumptions. Burst from your comfort zone. Experience the one-of-a-kind spiritual shock therapy of Fr. Larry Richards for effective Christian living. A gifted and captivating speaker, preacher, and retreat master, Fr. Richards will challenge you to let go of attachments, assumptions, and excuses that hold you back and give yourself more fully to God. What is it in your life that you hold on to so tightly that you can't surrender it in order to receive everything God wants to give you? Take a plunge with the tough-love life coach we all wish we had. Surrender yourself. Take a free fall of faith and allow Jesus to to catch you.

Jessica’s perfect life began to unravel, as she faced the twin pressures of raising her kids and watching her parents age. But along the way, she found new clarity on the freedom available to those willing to unclench their fists, lay down control, and truly die in a new way. Drawing inspiration from Jesus’s story from Garden to grave, Jessica’s message can help anyone struggling with maintaining control when life and family relationships are hard. Life Surrendered can help you live differently with more peace, less stress, and greater faith by looking as you look closely at the events of Good Friday.