Eventually everyone is touched by heartache and most of us have had a bitter cup experience. In this book Dr. Don Woodard shares hope from the Bible with strength for the wounded spirit and encouragement for the brokenhearted.

Do you know that you are heir to a vast fortune God has in reserve for you? This life-changing story will provide you with the knowledge needed to take full possession of your inheritance. It is a riveting tale of the journey that Chaya, a Hebrew slave, embarked upon with the Israelites on the way to the Promised Land, where their lives were destined to be rich and fulfilling. Having suffered for four hundred years in slavery to the Egyptians, the Lords plan was to use His servant Moses to lead them out of Egypt, through the wilderness, and into the land that flowed with milk and honey. Unfortunately, when they were right on the verge of their destination, they rebelled against God, and He sentenced them to spend the rest of their lives in the wilderness. Like many modern-day Christians, they did not understand His wayshow He uses adversity and long waits to mature His children in preparation for the extraordinary lives He has for them. Instead of responding to the difficulties they faced by trusting and obeying Him, they complained, disobeyed, and doubted that He really cared for them. Therefore, like many Christians today, they forfeited His plan for their lives. Chaya is determined that she and her family will not make the same mistakes, but will glean the proper lessons from every experience. Walk with them as the Lord leads you into a life that is lush with purpose and abundance.

My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. John 10:10(b) (NLT) This study guide is the companion book to Bitter Cup, Sweet AftertasteLessons from the Wilderness by Sharon Newton. Together, the books are designed to teach you the crucial spiritual lessons you must learn on your journey through the wilderness. Mastering these lessons is required in order for you to enter into the abundant life that becomes available to you only when you are fulfilling the purpose for which God put you on this earth. This study guide is also designed to give you an opportunity for self-reflection and self-discovery. As you ask yourself the key questions that accompany each lesson, determine to prayerfully and honestly assess where you are relative to that lesson, and any additional lessons the Lord teaches you from that chapter. Then write down what youve learned and make the appropriate changes to your life. In doing so, you will position yourself for the Lord to lead you into the rich, satisfying life that He came just to give you. Whether you are a man, woman, or teen, whether you listen from the pew or speak from the pulpit, whether you are seeking meaning and significance in life, are new to Christ, or are a mature believer, these books are for you. They are priceless resources that will guide you into your God-ordained destiny.