Every child is born with his or her own unique gifts and talents. With the support of the adults in their lives, children can have the opportunity to explore their interests. This story is designed to highlight the importance of being unique and embracing your passions. Travel along as we see how doing the things that come naturally to you can lead to amazing careers that you love. You Were Designed to Shine is a book that will transcend throughout childhood. It can be read to young children and emergent readers and later read by skilled readers on their own. This journey will build self-esteem, introduce professions that may align with passions, all the while building vocabulary. So go ahead, open your mind, develop your talents, and shine!

It's time you stepped into the light of God's role for you Actors aren't the only ones who play characters. Many of us do, much of the time. We walk into a room, figure out who we're supposed to be in this context, slip into character, and say the lines we know we should say. We become someone else. Maybe we tell ourselves it's some version of us, but deep down we know this inauthentic character is not what God wants for our lives--and it's not what we want either. With fascinating personal stories and sharp insight into human nature, former actor Allison Allen calls you to drop the brave act and step into the role of a lifetime--being your real self in Christ, no matter what the critics might say. She gives you permission to talk about, rather than around, the things you feel, freeing you to step out of the shadows and into the light of God's true calling. "The life-giving content on these pages has the power to fill your sails with holy wind and literally change the trajectory of your story!"--Lisa Harper, bestselling author and Bible teacher "In this book, Allison shares stories of conquering fear, pain, and rejection that uniquely paved the way toward growth, joy, and wisdom. She teaches us to rise above it all and experience God's beautiful light. You will most definitely be inspired."--Scott Hamilton, Olympic figure skating champion; sports commentator; inspirational speaker; cancer survivor "Through Allison's beautifully transparent story, you and I are encouraged to step out of the shadows of fear and self-doubt and, in Jesus's name, shine!"--Sheila Walsh, bestselling author of In the Middle of the Mess; co-host of LIFE Today

Open any page of Designed to SHINE! for a rhyme with art for your heart. Topics lead you and your loved ones into fun, laughter and joy. You'll receive ideas to pay attention in new ways, reminders about kindness and more. It's a book, a guide and a teacher for you, your child and your inner child about loving who we are to shine in the world.

Do you ever feel sad, frustrated, like giving up? Everyone does once in a while. This book contains small doses of inspiration meant to uplift and enlighten. If you know someone who is struggling, or are struggling yourself, this is the book for you.

Jim Cymbala knows something a lot of us miss--that a comfortable, secure life won’t produce the satisfaction we long for. How could we feel fulfilled by missing out on the life God has for us?Whether life seems good or not right now, Jim Cymbala believes that God has more for you. In this new book, he’ll help you find out how to access the “more” God intends—more peace, real joy, and a deep sense of purpose. As you open yourself to the “more” of God, you will also discover your unique work assignment—the one thing God is calling you--and no one else--to accomplish for the sake of his work in the world.You Were Made for More draws a compelling picture of people just like you who are finding that “more of God” means more influence, more energy, and ultimately more happiness. It will help you picture what your own “land of milk and honey” might look like—the fuller, richer spiritual place you long to be. Using examples from the Bible, contemporary stories, and experiences from his own life, Jim Cymbala points the way to a richer, deeper life, helping you take hold of everything God wants to give.

TRANSFORM YOUR BELIEFS TO TRANSFORM YOUR WORLD In this award-winning book, Dr. Lisa Van Allen calls you to live the rich, full life you were designed to lead by breaking through self-limiting beliefs like scarcity, fear, hopelessness, and perfectionism. You will learn how it is possible to build 7 essential beliefs like resilience, initiative, and abundance into your life. - How beliefs are formed and how they affect your mind, body, and spirit - Seven powerful beliefs that create success, and the false, skewed beliefs that create failure - Practical exercises to transform and strengthen your beliefs - Inspiring stories of courageous belief-builders who prove it's possible to break lifelong patterns of self-sabotage and defeat. If they can do it, so can you! "Dr. Lisa has shown us how to put our attention on the beliefs that build us up and eliminate focus from those beliefs that get in our way." -JANET BRAY ATTWOOD, New York Times bestselling author of The Passion Test-The Effortless Path to Living Your Life Purpose "Deftly weaving threads from psychotherapy, counseling, and coaching, Dr. Lisa offers a sound paradigm and clear pathway for identifying your negative beliefs and stopping them in their tracks. If you want to learn how to stop sabotaging your success, get this book. Read it. And apply it." - RACHNA D. JAIN, PsyD, Author, Overcome Rejection: The SMART Way

What lights a fire in your heart? What are you uniquely suited to do? How do you take the talents God gave you to the next level? Figuring it all out can be a bit overwhelming, but finding the answers will change how you look at your life. The Weekly Purpose Project is a 52-week guided journal that offers a transformational journey to guide you through discovering how to create a life of purpose and chase your dreams. The Weekly Purpose Project will help you: Identify your passion--what moves you to want to act Discover your gifts--your values, strengths, and talents Develop a vision of who to help and how you want to do it Take action toward your purpose This guided journal is perfect for a beginner in faith but is deep and thought-provoking enough for someone with a solid faith foundation. Each week includes: A theme to focus on A short but powerful Bible verse to help you reflect and meditate Inspirational insight to guide your thoughts and jump-start your purpose project Journaling prompts and lines to help you develop and fuel your sense of purpose This 12-month journal: Showcases beautiful original photography and calming colors Includes a ribbon marker so you never lose your place Provides ample journaling space but easily fits on your nightstand, in a tote bag, or inside a gift basket Makes a perfect gift for self-purchase, high school and college graduations, or anyone starting a new season in life Check out the rest of the Weekly Project series: The Weekly Prayer Project, The Weekly Faith Project, The Weekly Gratitude Project, and The Weekly Self-Care Project.