Bøger af Michelle Rayburn

This inspiring compilation from Michelle Rayburn and twenty-six contributors weaves together the magic of the holiday season with tales of hope, resilience, and faith. Whether you're cozying up by the fireplace or seeking the perfect thoughtful gift, Renewed Christmas Blessings showcases a variety of captivating voices that will inspire and uplift.Inside, you'll discover:Anecdotes that beautifully showcase God's transformative power and grace, reminding us that even in the darkest times, light can shine through.The wonder of Christmas through hilarious and heartwarming accounts where laughter and joy abound, reminding us not to take life too seriously.Delightful poetry that illuminates the profound connections between Christmas, hope, and a transformed life. Plus, a little humor.Personal experiences of finding purpose and renewed faith during the holiday season-in the good times and hard times.Reminders that even in life's most challenging moments, God is at work and blesses us with indescribable peace and joy.Renewed Christmas Blessings is the perfect gift to inspire perseverance in the difficulties as you celebrate the true significance of Christmas. Delight in creative expressions that touch your soul, and embrace the magic of the holiday season as you discover hope, faith, and love in unexpected places. Through these stories, essays, and poems, let the true spirit of Christmas shine brightly in your heart.Contributors: Rosemarie DiCristo, Pam Farrel, Sally Ferguson, Pam Fields, Pam Halter, Delores Christian Liesner, Sandy Lipsky, Charlaine Martin, Becky Melby, Maureen Miller, Kelly Wilson Mize, Robyn Mulder, Kristine Zimmer Orkin, Betty Predmore, Mary Anne Quinn, Michelle Rayburn, Joanie Shawhan, Heather Norman Smith, Barbara Syvertson, Mel Tavares, Pam Whitley Taylor, Joni Topper, Gayle Veitenheimer, Heidi Vertrees, Hally J. Wells, Kathy Carlton Willis, Lisa-Anne Wooldridge

Stories to warm your heart, make you nod in understanding, and remind you of the extraordinary blessings that come with being a boy mom.Life in the Estrogen-Free Zone is a delightful compilation of laughter, love, and godly advice from moms who proudly navigate the wild terrain of raising boys.In this heartwarming collection, Michelle Rayburn and eighteen other moms of boys come together to share their unique experiences, offering a refreshing perspective on the joys and challenges that, for some, come with being the sole estrogen ambassador in a household full of testosterone. Through amusing anecdotes, relatable tales of mischief, and practical biblical insights, these moms shed light on the rollercoaster ride of boyhood. In the pages, mothers share:Laughter and tears as they recount their hilarious encounters with mud, bugs, and an endless supply of boy energy. Real-life strategies for tackling the messiest situations, teaching life lessons with finesse, and finding the beauty in the chaos.A touch of humor and a wealth of heartfelt wisdom from the vibrant world of boy moms. If you're a boy mom craving a dose of camaraderie, a bellyful of laughter, and a reminder that you're rocking this estrogen-free adventure, this book is the perfect companion. Let these humorous and inspiring tales uplift you and remind you to embrace every messy, joy-filled moment.The 19 contributing authors include:Abigail Wallace, Avonlea Q. Krueger, Becky Melby, Betty Predmore, Christina Ryan Claypool, Denise Loock, Gina Stinson, Ginny Dent Brant, Joni Topper, Kim Cusimano, Kolleen Lucariello, Maureen Miller, Melissa Meyer, Michelle Rayburn, Pam Farrel, Pam Fields, Rhonda Stoppe, Stacy Sanchez, Valerie McNulty

Have you ever felt broken?Jesus renews broken people and brings hope in the trashy stuff of life.If you're afraid to hope for restoration or wondering if God sees your struggle, this is the place to begin. Explore what it means to be renewed, to be changed in such a way that you can discover beauty in the brokenness, hope in the ashes.Renewed, the first book in the four-part REMADE Bible study series, takes you through the life of the apostle Paul to discover how his encounter with Jesus radically transformed him. God redirected Paul past misguided religious passions to remake him into a humble encourager and sincere follower of Christ who wrote much of the New Testament. Start wherever you are, no matter your level of Bible knowledge.This six-week study will help youexplore Paul's story and some of his letters and apply principles of renewal to your own lifesearch out biblical wisdom with thoughtful questions and honest reflectionlisten to what God is asking you to do nextWe may never know why life looks different than expected, but we can look for where God shows up in hard places. There we find grace, peace, and assurance amid the disappointment and questions.Lesson themes:Redeem | Restart | Repurpose | Revive | Rejoice | RepeatFeatures:A combination of story and study with biblical exploration, humor, and insights from practical examplesA weekly main lesson for individual or group studyFive micro studies for personal growth during the weekFull Scripture passages included from the NLT for you to mark upAdditional insights in the sidebarSolo work for journaling and prayerCreative application and action ideasA pleasant design with plenty of space to write notes

Bible study, heartfelt discussion, doodles to color and creative exercises on every page. This is where faith, creativity and everyday life collide! Participants will need a copy of "The Repurposed and Upcycled Life: When God Turns Trash to Treasure" to accompany this Bible study workbook.Wherever you are on your faith journey, there is room to grow. Whether studying the Bible is new to you, or you've been a follower of Jesus for a long time, this is a safe place to learn and discover how God can reveal treasures, even in the midst of life's trashiest experiences.Participants will apply the concepts from "The Repurposed and Upcycled Life" along with truth from the Bible as you discover God's best for your life. Learn how some of your greatest disappointments, mistakes, and hurts can be beautiful when you embrace God's repurposing.This study will help you: Unpack hidden emotions and live free of the pastBreak lifelong patterns that lead to defeatBe empowered to grow and changeLet go of regret and shame and receive grace, Build positive, healthy relationships, Dream big and live with purpose for God's gloryUnderstand and receive God's loveThis 15-week small group Bible study is designed for busy women who want to build relationships as they gather around the Word of God to grow in their faith. There are optional at-home activities that help apply the content, but no assigned homework. Leaders can facilitate discussion without extensive prep for each session.

Life is frustrating sometimes. It can be hard and ugly. Hurt, frustration, and regret can make everything seem hopeless. But, God has a plan for everything in our lives. He offers unconditional love and grace, despite our imperfections. He offers hope where we see only despair. Discover the repurposed and upcycled life. This is a life where no experience is wasted. Like the best trash-to-treasure decorating project, it's a life where God repurposes our junky experiences. It's where he upcycles - turns hopeless situations into something so much better than we ever imagined - when we let him work with the trash. When we surrender to his leading, God demonstrates his creativity in revealing how our greatest disappointments, mistakes, and painful experiences can be priceless treasures.Through humor and stories, Michelle Rayburn addresses how to unpack emotional baggage and let go of the past. You will learn how to: Confront perfectionism and negative attitudesChange perspective on circumstancesLet go of regret and shame.It's an opportunity to learn how to build positive healthy relationships, dream big, and live with purpose. Through inspiration from God's Word and examples from everyday life, discover the joy-filled, hope-rich way of viewing your past, present, and future.

More than a simple fairytale, this heartwarming story inspires readers of all ages with a parable that demonstrates how precious they are in the eyes of God. Jewel discovers how to live as a daughter of the king while waiting for the moment when the prince would carry her off to her forever castle. The book includes discussion questions at the end to start meaningful conversations about faith.