Every book by best-selling author Charles R. Swindoll shares one quality-the rare ability to touch the reader with positive and assuring words of encouragement. This book is a collection of some of the most uplifting thoughts on paper from one of the most beloved and personable authors of our day. In a world touched by storms, conflicts, and heartache, Encouragement for Life reminds us where we can find the Eternal Source of encouragement and hope.

Designed for busy people, this inspirational book is full of thought-provoking quotes, helpful insights, and simple suggestions, each limited to a single page for easy browsing.

Being creative takes courage. It can be scary to create something. Before you can even work on your craft, you have to face down the fear of messing up or looking silly, the perfectionism that keeps you from even starting, and the negative voices inside your head that say you don't have anything valuable to offer. Well, you do have something to offer! Being creative is a right, and in this book, National Book Award finalist Sara Zarr will help you get started. Her advice and encouragement are paired with exercises to help you face down your fears, let go of expectations, stop comparing yourself to others, and make your art with courage. A perfect gift for anyone who wants to be creative but doesn't know where to start, or for people who've been doing creativity for a while but want more inspiration, Courageous Creativity will empower readers to express themselves with self-confidence, bravery, and joy.

Personal transformation is what you will experience as your read through thought-provoking passages that will impact and change your life. This self-help guide will take you on a journey of emotions. This book is meant to empower you in all areas of your life. The author specifically targets and discusses important issues that affect people's everyday lives. You will be intrigued as you read passages such as: I Made It, No Longer, Until You Get Enough, I'm Staying for the Kids, Give Me a Chance, Never Felt Love, and SO much more! Overcoming Life's Obstacles is as real as it gets. This book was written for people who TRULY want a change in their lives. The author doesn't sugar-coat anything, so if you're not quite ready for personal-growth, and you're not ready to face your truth, then this book may be difficult for you to digest. Stephanie Lahart discusses topics that will encourage the reader to look at "what is" and take the steps to heal, grow, and move forward. Imagine this: YOU living in complete peace. YOU healed from your past hurts. YOU being able to forgive yourself and others. YOU feeling empowered in all areas of your life. YOU loving yourself from the inside-out. YOU walking in victory. Can't you see it? Let your journey begin! You owe it to yourself.

Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller of powerful life lessons "should be read by every leader in America" (Wall Street Journal). If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed. On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, "What starts here changes the world," he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life; and he explained how anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves-and the world-for the better. Admiral McRaven's original speech went viral with over 10 million views. Building on the core tenets laid out in his speech, McRaven now recounts tales from his own life and from those of people he encountered during his military service who dealt with hardship and made tough decisions with determination, compassion, honor, and courage. Told with great humility and optimism, this timeless book provides simple wisdom, practical advice, and words of encouragement that will inspire readers to achieve more, even in life's darkest moments. "Powerful." --USA Today "Full of captivating personal anecdotes from inside the national security vault." --Washington Post "Superb, smart, and succinct." --Forbes

Something to Smile About will give you a daily word of encouragement, which is the fuel of hope. It will also give you something to smile about and, on occasion, even a healthy laugh.

You don't need a global positioning system (GPS) with God as your guide. With Him in the driver's seat, you are always headed in the right direction-His will. He knows your beginning and ending and He's the best one to lead you to the desired end. So take your hands off the steering wheel, slide over to the passenger seat and let Him drive. He'll get you there safe and on time! "A must have... in your life." Kim Brooks, author of He's Fine, But is He Saved? "100 Words of Encouragement is for those who want to stay encouraged, motivated and inspired to live the abundant life that God came to give." First Lady Crisette Ellis, Greater Grace Temple (The City of David) in Detroit, Michigan "Tenita Johnson delivers... periodic introspection." Venus Mason Theus, author of How to Have a Joyfully-Ever-After Marriage and Brown Paper Bag