Truly Helps Prepare Your Heart
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I found Experience Christmas to be just what I needed to stay focused on Jesus in the midst of an often busy month.
Kristal  Mom of two
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As the narrator of this book, I was blessed to have been able to spend many hours bringing it alive for listeners. It is clear that Ms. Murchison poured every ounce of her heart into this work to make it clear and precise for her all members of her audience, from someone just beginning to exploring prayer to those who practice daily prayer. Her explanations bring new light into prayer life and I found myself nodding and thinking "oh wow..I never thought of it that way". After studying and putting her methods into effect, I feel as if my faith has been strengthened and that my relationship with God has been further solidified. A Praying Heart is not just a good read, but it's also a guide to be used daily and shared generously - giving the gift of prayer - nothing tops that!! I cannot wait to see what else she has in store!
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I just adored the cover of this book so much, I was hoping What Your Heart Needs for the Hard Days was equally wonderful inside! This just made me want to curl up with my cup of coffee on my favorite spot on the couch with my blanket and that's just what I did!

The book is 52 sections so it'd be perfect to read one a week. But if you're like me and really got into this book, you'll read one a day, or more!

Each section is based on a Psalm. After the title is the corresponding Psalm and then Gerth's thoughts on the subject. Near the end is "What My Heart is Saying to You" which is a prayer that addresses the topic. It then has a couple of lines you can fill in relating personally to you. For example "Right now I especially need someone who..." and you fill in the blank. I like that this makes a direct connection to your own life to make it more relatable and personal.

She then wraps it up with "What My Heart is Hearing from You" where you can journal your thoughts and what you got out of the topic and verse. Then there is another Psalm to look up.

Now I do realize this is being a little bit nit picky so I'll just say that up front but I do wish the last Psalm was in the book instead of having to look it up. I'm really not that lazy of a person. I just like to have it all right in front of me without having to go back and forth. I'm sure this is to get you to dig deep into the word and there is nothing wrong with that. But if you are just going to look up one verse, it'd be nice if it was there.

I appreciated Gerth's warm style of writing and felt like I was revisiting an old friend after reading You're Going to be Okay.

That aside, I loved everything else about it so I really can't complain if that's the only negative I could find! What Your Heart Needs for the Hard Days is as soothing and warm as a good cup of coffee and when you combine the two: magic!
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There are many great techniques and advice for living a full life, right this minute, in this book. Now, on the second round, I will start to practice and use the book as a reference in those practices on my way to healing my heart.
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This book has been a saving salve on my broken heart. Reading through it I found myself nodding and "yes!"-ing everything Jessalyn wrote; even through my tears. Trials test our metal - will we believe that God is good, perfect, and sovereign like we claim to or will we give in to our wallowing, unbelieving thoughts and difficult circumstances? This book helped me to view my miscarriage and loss through the lens of God, my faith in Him, and His Word. Honestly, reading this along with Scripture has truly brought me to a new place where I can say that I really know what the verse means when it says, "Do not be conformed to the patterns of this world (including patterns of grieving/dealing with pain/hardship) but be transformed by the renewal of your mind" (Romans 12:2). I feel like God is walking me through this struggle and is truly renewing the way I think about life, His sovereignty, etc. This book has been a huge tool in His hand to help my mind be renewed. I am so thankful I found it! I honestly wish everyone I know would read this - men, women, etc. I hope to see more from Jessalyn in the future!
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I met Leslie last year at an event that we both volunteered for. We became immediate friends, and that friendship turned into a sisterhood. Recently I fell ill and thought I would never make it. It was at that moment that I realized I had nothing in place for my family if I transitioned from this life. I called my daughters and had them record my wishes, but that was a last minute act and one that may not have conveyed all I wanted them to know. I knew then that planning for your transition from this life was essential, and if you have something prepared it would spare your loved ones the hassle of uncertainty with not knowing what you have and where things are. So this book is instrumental in making those preparations and feeling a sense of relief in knowing that your loved ones will know what to do. This book is a must have for everyone. Simple, to the point and lovingly written.
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Unlike other books, this one gives you small nuggets of wisdom and encouragement for each day! I can read just one page, or two, of the scriptures, quotes, and prayers to set my heart aright to face each day's challenges. A great resource in a busy, chaotic world to keep our hearts at peace!
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As someone who has lost a 9 year old daughter, and a husband at the same time in a car accident. Then lost a father to a heart attack, at my own home not long afterwards, this book gave me comfort that our loved ones never really die, and are with us always.  I was able to read it late at night when I needed it most, and it helped to confirm what I already believed.
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We often struggle to prepare for the unknown and unforeseen possibilities of life,, but are we prepared for the known, inevitable reality of our own death and the judgement seat of Christ each of us just face? Have we earnestly tried to prepare our loved ones and others? Although I have been a believer for many years this book challenged me to reevaluate, called me to perpetually reevaluate whether I am meeting the call of Christ on my life. I pray it does the same for you.
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I absolutely love Captivating.  God has allowed this book to heal my heart in a profound way and in a few months will be leading a small women's group using this book.  I am so excited to see what miracles God will do.  I would pray that you would pick up this book and allow God to touch your heart.  It will change your life if you are open to it.  I guarantee it!
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I genuinely love this book.

I have been married for two years, and have been a Christian for eighteen years. Needless to say, I thought I had it all figured out. I thought my husband and I would have this perfect, godly relationship and we'd live happily ever after. Then I realized that husband's don't always meet expectations. I am a stubborn person, and unfortunately that can make me condescending, jealous, and controlling at times. When I give in to my insecurities, I find that those awful characteristics can really have a grip on me and in return, can hurt my husband.

I purchased this book because I have a true longing to be a loving wife, and I wanted some insight. This book offers very detailed, loving advice and guidance for women who may not be feeling up to par in their marriage, and women who are struggling with the expectations that we have for our husbands.

My favorite feature a list at the end of each chapter that has practical application for each topic addressed. It has been my goal to implement at least one of these aspects from each chapter into my life. I like that the author provides options - it doesn't make sense for all of us to do the same things - and having several ideas of how to improve yourself and your marriage allows for us to make choices that may get us out of our comfort zone, but will ultimately bless our marriage.

The best thing about this book is that it is 100% based on what the Bible says. I can't understand why too many people would be critical of this book - the Bible has clear guidelines about how to be a loving, Christian wife and Elizabeth George provides a wonderful resource to supplement what we already know to be true through the word of God.
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I would very much like to thank Dr. Delarosa for writing this book. The understanding I now have of heart disease and surgery is amazing. What heart patients and their families both experience, and should expect are laid out in terms anyone can understand.

As someone who has lost a family member from heart disease, and is currently under the care of a Cardiologist, I am so glad to have read this book, and increased my knowledge and understanding of what is going on inside my body and how to "kick a field goal" for the win!

I only wish Dr. Delarosa was my "Coach" and Surgeon.

Do yourself, and your  family a favor and read this book! The life you save, could be your own.....
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This is one of those books that seems to have just came to me somehow.  These are the books that I needed the most.  I love this little book.  I didn't really know I was lost until I read it.  But after I started reading it, I started crying and all of these emotions were coming to the surface.  Emotions that had been holding me back and weighing me down my whole life.  It's touching, it's helpful, it's inspiring, and it's well-written and personal.  I've read a lot of self-help books or books to help you find God, but this book was like none of the other books I've read.  It is sweet, to the point, and it hits your emotional trigger points in a gentle manner, but effectively.  This book is full of love!  And once you read it, you will be thankful for the love that it awakens in your heart.  The main things I gained from this book are the ability to forgive myself and the realization that I truly am NOT alone.  I realized that I plow through life often scared, uncertain of who I am or what my purpose is, and too often unsure if God is really with me.  After I read some of this book, my heart felt free from the heavy burdens that I had carried my whole life.  This is a great book!
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I spent the first 30+ years of my Christian life with a pretty good head knowledge of God but no heart knowledge. I figured that was just the way it was meant to be. My wife could not understand why I couldn't move into a more intimate relationship with God.

It was only when a friend gave me Jacks Slavery to Sonship book that God opened my eyes (a revelation really) and I was finally able to see that I had been hindered by an orphan heart. As I reviewed the 19 attributes listed on pages 213 & 214 of the book, I recognized myself in line after line as having the perspective of one with an orphan heart.

The book has made a tectonic shift in my Christian walk. Jesus said He came that we might have life, and have it in all its fullness. For all of us Christians that were wondering where is that fullness, where is that intimacy, where is that joy in living, and why is the Christian life so hard, this book is for you.

I cant recommend this book strongly enough. It will help you "get it". Help you understand what your relationship with Jesus was always intended to be. And then help get you there.
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The One who requests we practice this devotion is Jesus, Himself.  He appeared to St. Margaret Mary in the 1670's and made it very clear that this is for every person to practice.  Jesus attaches astounding promises to those devoted to His Sacred Heart.  This book was endorsed by Jesus before it was published.  Fr. John Croiset sent it to St. Margaret Mary and Jesus gave him the green light to move forward with this very book!

Are you ready for a breakthrough in your business?  Are you ready to let Jesus expose the lies that you have been told and tell you the truth in the most merciful way possible?  When this happens, you will rejoice because The Sacred Heart of Jesus only knows how to be generous and will never disappoint!  Do you want peace in your family?  Do you want to see blessings from The Sacred Heart of Jesus in every single aspect of your life?  Well then, get this book and practice the devotion.  Consecrate yourself to The Sacred Heart of Jesus daily.  Receive Jesus in Communion frequently.  Pray The Litany of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and The Novena to The Sacred Heart of Jesus and...Be Ready for Blessings of abundance in every single aspect of your life!!!  Amen.
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This book is a MUST READ !  This book strips off the dust of concepts that I thought I had grasped thirty years ago - and revitalized my spirit and taken my walk with God to a much deeper level.  This is NOT another Christian "how to" book  but rather offers a pathway to alignment of the heart with REALITY of the Kingdom of God - in the believer and in the body of Christ.  This book is invaluable resource for the preparing the remnant church to remain strong in the days to come . . . I highly recommend this book to anyone - particularly you preppers (of the heart).
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This is such a wonderful book.  If you are willing to put in the time to really take the material into your heart, you will see wonderful results.  Please check it out and make room for your healing.