HOPE FOR THE HOPELESS!
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The spark is gone, like a child's balloon blown away on the winds of life.  Take heart, dear souls!  With this book, that is good news!  Many times our intimate relationships are based on "culturalized sexuality," limiting us to a life of longing.

This book shows you first how to find out what you, the individual, unique woman needs in a sexual relationship, then how to get it.  As a bonus, Dr. Ogden shows you how to guide your man into fulfilling those needs.  Believe me, if it is good for you, it will be great for him.  This, as with Gina's other books, expands sex from the genitalia outward, bringing it fully into life!  For some women, her man washing the dishes is worth an hour's foreplay!  (Guys, take note!)

 Another great thing about this book is she has testimonials from couples in their 70's talking about a sex life a teen-ager would envy.  More so, another testimonial says, "We finally knew, without having to say it, what the Scripture means when it says, `the two shall become one flesh.'"

 One line in the book gives me great hope.  It is in reference to male responses on her ISIS survey: "The truth is, our sexual similarities in being human often out weigh our sexual differences in being male or female."  The hope is from Rilke in 1903 when he said in Letters to a Young Poet:

"... And perhaps the sexes are more related than we think, and the great renewal of the world will perhaps consist in this, that man and maid, freed of all false feelings and reluctances, will seek each other not as opposites, but as brother and sister, as neighbors, and will come together as human beings, in order simply, seriously and patiently to bear in common the difficult sex that has been laid upon them."

Perhaps the great renewal of the world is nigh.
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Looking for a book to encourage you towards hope? Read Nick's book, and you, too, will be inspired to find a new hope in your life--one that will serve as your never-faultering armor through life's battles. Filled with his own life experiences, as well as those of others, Life Without Limits will reach the deepest chamber of your heart and resurect a hope that will keep it beating passionately for life in Christ! This is a must read!!
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What a great quick read! This slim volume goes a long way to restoring one's belief that there still is hope for America. For those coming from conservative and/or faith based communities, there are times when it feels like all hope for our country's future is lost. Kerrigan nicely explains how great character, that essential human trait the best of us lean on in times of stress and challenge, still exists in our fellow countrymen. His stories of lives led with grit, passion, compassion, and resilience make for inspiring reading. I've shared copies with friends and family.  All have found the stories an inspiration.
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What an inspiration for everyone, thanks for your message of hope and for showing us that there is no perfect path and that we all can do what we put our minds too. Thanks for sharing your story!
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If you are going through your own tough as nails, soul crushing, dark as night journey and need encouragement, I highly recommend reading "The Comeback" by Louie Giglio, Pastor of Passion City Church in Atlanta. It's a ladder in a deep hole to help your heart shine a light to see what God is doing in the midst of life's crushing times. God spoke volumes to me when I needed it most through this book. It is well founded in scripture and insightful yet written so personally. I felt Louie bring scripture to life with examples of amazing testimonies! He quickly points out that not every story is a Hollywood type Comeback. Sometimes our ultimate comeback is on the other side of heaven. As someone facing a life ending disease, it gave me eternal hope in the wake of devastating news knowing I will not be able to live a full, long life as a wife and mother to my family. I was in the darkest of moments. I cried out for God to give me hope in a seemingly hopeless situation. I begged God to let me see my child grow up with the answer not being the one my heart wanted. How do you face that? These are the moments in life that strip away everything! This book is exactly for those of us who do not get an Earthly miracle. It's also helping my husband prepare by clinging to God knowing He will be his strength. We are not living a "happily ever after" story. We're living your worst nightmare, worst case scenario. Yet even in such dark times, we found amazing hope, love, and light through "The Comeback"! Life changing! No matter what you are facing, this book will help you see things from a God is painting a masterpiece point of view!
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I really loved this book!  John Eldredge covers a lot of ground here, and his words stir up a lot of wonderful HOPE for Christ followers. It reminds us of the restoration of all things... that Christ will rule as King, that evil will be overthrown and destroyed, that nothing we love will truly be lost. Our greatest memories and favorite moments here are only a faint preview of what awaits us. There will be great music and food and joy and love and a completely trustworthy, strong community where we are all both family and friends!  There will be no racism, hatred, terrorism, death, shadow of death, sorrow, sin, etc. We will be completely free from bondage to death and decay, forever young and vibrant and healthy and whole!  We will finally understand what God was doing in our darkest moments and see His plan throughout history. There will be so much to do and learn and explore and discover! This beautiful future is promised and it is coming for all who know Christ as Lord, yet most Christians spend very little time thinking about it...

Our kingdom hope is meant to be the "anchor for our souls, firm and secure." (Heb. 6:19-20) John talks about God being our first love -- that when we get that right, it rescues us from so much heartache and pain. (I can attest to that on both sides!)  Similarly, the coming Kingdom of Christ is meant to be our ultimate hope, and when we place our highest hope there, it rescues us from so much -- we will no longer feel devastated over the many things that fall short of our hopes and expectations here on earth. I wish I could convey how much this MATTERS.  Having this firm and secure hope in Christ helps to ground us through the ups and downs of earthly life, and this book awakens and strengthens that hope.  We will live forever and reign with Christ. No eye has seen and no ear has heard all that God has planned for us who love Him, but we can trust that we will not be bored or disappointed in it!!  So I would encourage you to buy and read this book, to let your heart go there, and to press into this hope!
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Reading this book will give people hope for the afterlife.  Life does not end at death!  I, myself, truly believe this.
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I loved this book!  I found new hope and inspiration for finding more joy, and for giving myself fully in the important relationships of my life.  Thanks for the fresh thoughts and the encouraging presentation of how to both see clearly what is, and to anchor into what can be.
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Very inspiring in its simplicity and message of hope.  A wonderful read!
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This is an excellent resource for those of us who are in the throes  of downsizing.  The author has given hope to the hopeless and did it with a cheerful  demeanor.  Thank you Marni!
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I was in a very dark, depressed in my life when I picked up this book. Immediately, the dark began lifting and hope settled in. Since then, I have bought and given this book to over 30 people who were struggling with life's hurts, disappointments and tragedies. They too, were able to gain a greater hope from God who desires to be our strength and comfort through every aspect of life. I am right now purchasing another for a dear friend struggling through illness. When life seems crumbling and there is no hope, God wants you to know He is there giving you "just enough light for the step you are on." Hope is a person, Jesus Christ, who imparts peace no matter your struggle.
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I am a fan of Max Lucado and this book was yet another great read! I have liked every book by Max Lucado that I have read and this was not a disappointment! This book offers hope for your turbulent times. Or no matter what else you may be going through, just know that you can get through it! It may not be today or tomorrow but just know that you can get through it and God will guide you to the end of you turbulent times. This is a book I would recommend if you are a fan of Maxs book and/or you going through some turbulent times.
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This book is uplifting, encouraging, and was perfect for the current disappointments I am facing in my personal life. God loves you!
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This book does give an amazing outlook for hope & the strength to carry on during the difficult times of life.
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I have struggled with anxiety and depression for years and it's not something that is often addressed a "church." I am so grateful for the truth and grace Louie shares in this book! For once, it's not just about, "casting all your anxieties on him..." or "do not worry about tomorrow..." but pointing to the giant slayer, JESUS, and giving hope in what can seem like hopeless circumstances. Thank you Louie for your vulnerability, your honesty, and for doing what God has called you to do in writing this book! It will change lives!
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Much needed to give hope when there appears to be none.
Not enough is spoken about grief and how we journey with it.
I've done this journey but read it in hope of finding something to encourage friends who are on this road . I did!
Bravo David Schaeffer.
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This is such a heartbreaking story written from a child's heart and perspective. The writer vividly exposes the darkness in a home tormented by a parent ' s mental illness. Under the same breathe she points to the light that shows the way out. There is hope even in the darkest situation. If you need hope in whatever situation you might be in right now, then this book will be your timely inspiration! Based on memories from her childhood, her brothers childhood, professional experience as an attorney and former judge, Linda D. Schoonover does a great job of enlightening people about mental illness and childhood trauma. This will be a great gift to pass on encouragement and hope to someone who needs it!