The Oil of Joy by Rhonda Lazerte
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Beauty Marks: Healing Your Wounded Heart ,by Linda Barrick
In this powerful healing journey, Linda Barrick applies the words Jesus spoke during His time of greatest pain to help readers transform their deepest wounds into their highest purpose. |
Miracle for Jen: A Tragic Accident, a Mother's Desperate Prayer, and Heaven's Extraordinary Answer, by Linda Barrick (Author), Joni Eareckson Tada (Foreword)
One minute can change your whole life. The Barrick family’s life was irrevocably changed when a drunk driver careened into their van at eighty miles an hour. The entire family was hurt―but fifteen-year-old Jennifer’s injuries were so devastating that paramedics thought she had no chance to live. As Jen lay in a coma, her mother, Linda, pleaded with God to heal Jen from her severe brain trauma―to let her daughter be “normal.” When Jen finally awoke, however, it became clear that normal would have to be redefined. She seemed to have gained a new capacity―perhaps a miraculous one―for connecting with God. Was this the miracle Linda had prayed for? If so, was it enough? Could she trust God with Jen’s future in the wake of the accident? Could she trust in His love for them all? Discover how God turned normal into extraordinary in this transformational story of hope and love. Now includes bonus chapter with updates on the Barrick family and amazing new stories about Miracle for Jen’s impact in the world! |
I Will Carry You: The Sacred Dance of Grief and Joy Paperback – Mar 2 2011
by Angie Smith In 2008, Angie Smith and her husband Todd (lead singer of the group Selah) learned through ultrasound that their fourth daughter had conditions making her "incompatible with life." Advised to terminate the pregnancy, the Smiths chose instead to carry this child and allow room for a miracle. That miracle came the day they met Audrey Caroline and got the chance to love her for the precious two-and-a-half hours she lived on earth. Upon receiving the original diagnosis, Angie started a blog (Bring the Rain) to keep family and friends informed of their journey. Soon, the site exploded in popularity, connecting with thousands who were either experiencing their own heartbreaking situations or simply curious about how God could carry someone through something so tragic. I Will Carry You tells the powerful story of a parent losing her child, interwoven with the biblical story of Lazarus to help those who mourn to still have hope-to find grace and peace in the sacred dance of grief and joy. Endorsement "This is a beautiful and tender book that would touch any woman's heart, no matter her age or realm of experience. It is about a relationship so intimate with God that it carves a safe place for crises of faith, for faith proved genuine and for divine callings willed, sealed and fulfilled. Yes, this is one mother's moving story. This one mother also happens to be a true writer. We will hear more from her. Angie, I am so proud of you. May Christ continue to tip the ink jar toward your gifted quill." - Beth Moore Best-selling author and speaker |
SEE YOU SOON!: A Story of Hope from the Life of Danielle Grace ,by Dr. Daniel R. Carfrey
See You Soon! A Story of Hope from the Life of Danielle Grace, is a brief, but powerful narrative speaking on the trauma of dealing with miscarriage. Honoring Danielle Grace, the narrative brings glory to God through illustrating how trust in God and prayers have helped. Author Daniel Carfrey pens personalized Bible verses and prayers of comfort and solitude to strengthen and illuminate the hearts and minds of forlorn parents. Spoken with a raw emotional potency, Carfrey’s piece contains recollections from personal experience, and the narrative displaying the emotional cycles, as well as the physical adjustments made during the testimony of his daughter and son-in-law, parents of Daniel Grace. Expectant mothers and mothers who have lost children examine the hopeful attitudes and the spiritual strength that only God can provide. |
From Grief to Growth: 5 Essential Elements of Action to Give Grief Purpose and Grow from Your Experience, by Paula Stephens M.A ( non-faith based )
The loss of a loved one can be the most life altering event we experience. But how do we ensure it alters our life for better and we don't get stuck in the dark emotions grief brings up? In 'From Grief to Growth' Paula Stephens, will lead you through the five game changing elements that will give you a road map to a joyful life after loss. Paula tells you how she went from hiding in the shadow of her son’s death to living in the sunshine of his life. With humor and wit, she shares the stories of the death of her father, her middle son’s drug rehab, and her own struggles to heal. Her practical tips and examples of how others have healed she will light the way for anyone wanting to find the sunshine after the loss of a loved one. This book will help you discover: • How to identify what’s keeping you from a happy life after loss • Why you can’t only rely on friends and family for support and who you need to add to your support system • What it means to give your grief a purpose and how that heals you • How to hold both grief and joy in the same moments - without guilt You still have one wild and precious life to live. If you are still hiding in the shadow of your loved one’s life this book will show you how to step into the sunshine and let the memory of your loved one shine bright! |
From Grief To Glory: A book of comfort for grief parents, by James W. Bruce III
Intimate, emotional expressions of pain, peace, hope and faith gleaned from loss of a child. |
Where is Robert? by Christine Dernederlanden
Where is Robert? A Children’s Bereavement activity book. Over 6000 copies aided the children of September 11, 2001 attack. This beautifully coloured and illustrated book, includes a 9 1/2" x 7" plain white memory box, a box of crayons and a memory journal. As the child works through "Where is Robert?" they will recognize their feelings of grief in the character. The character Chrissy creates a very special memory box and encourages the reader to do the same. Included is a letter from the Author Chrissy and the reader is welcome to write to her. Has proven it self an exceptional tool for groups, funeral homes, classrooms, police stations and hospitals. Did You Know the author of Where is Robert? Is the recipient of a certificate of Appreciation from the Pentagon for aiding the families of September 11, 2001 with this very grief kit. |
Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing After Loss ,by Pat Schwiebert
If you are going to buy only one book on grief, this is the one to get! It will validate your grief experience, and you can share it with your children. You can leave it on the coffee table so others will pick it up, read it, and then better appreciate your grieving time. Grand's Cooking Tips section at the back of the book is rich with wisdom and concrete recommendations. Better than a casserole! Hardbound; 56 full-color pages. Affirms the bereaved. Educates the un-bereaved. A building-block for children..... WINNER! of the 2001 Theologos Book Award, presented by the Association of Theological Booksellers. |
Surviving The Loss Of A Child: Support for Grieving Parents , by Elizabeth B. Brown
Nothing can steal peace and joy and undermined the very foundation of someone's life like losing a child. It is devastating on a level that most of us can't imagine. Written after the loss of the author's own child, Surviving the Loss of a Child offers encouragement and hope to those who may think they will never be able to live fully after such tragedy. Bereaved parents, as well as friends, counselors, pastors, and caregivers, will find this book a source of comfort and discover coping mechanisms as they move through their grief. Revised and updated, it has short chapters that are easy to take in, perfect for people going through this difficult time |
Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope, by Chapman. Mary Beth
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Crushed for Fragrance: by Margaret Newnes
Death struck its cruel blow with no pity, no warning. Four years of a dream-come-true marriage extinguished in the stillness of the night. Percy, her love, her life, and her winsome Air Force pilot husband was gone. His Marge was left widowed... crushed... without a job; and with three children, the eldest just over three years old. Then came the crushing of a spinal injury; followed by one surgical disaster after another. But in the pain Margaret found laughter. In the darkness she saw a radiance. In the crushing she found a fragrance. What makes her smile? What gives her hope? What is it about her that encourages others more fortunate than herself? That's what this book is all about! Margaret Newnes is a retired Nursery School teacher. After teaching for 35 years, she retired, not knowing what God had in store for her. Certain circumstances led her to become her own Publisher and she had her book published in the Newness of Life Publications. The Lord has taken her far and wide to share her testimony and book. In spite of her many crushings, she spreads the fragrance of Christ wherever she goes. |
Poppies in the Sand by Ramona Swift-Thiessen
Have you been through a crisis that rocked your world? Did it harden your heart or make you a deeper, wiser, better person? This book is about running to God in those times, finding yourself in a place where you feel like you are forced to seek him or die. It’s about meeting God in a dark valley, hearing his voice, receiving his life through the Word. It’s about finding him as your companion when you’re alone and discovering his blessing in the midst of something that could destroy. ‘The Lord draws near to the broken-hearted and saves those crushed in spirit’ (Psalm 34:18) is never more real and true than during times of disappointment, betrayal and abandonment. It is the author’s wish to build up your faith when you face those kinds of battles, enabling you to find hope for a brighter future. Your path may seem terrible on every level, but please know it is not the end of the road, only the middle for those who have God as their source of strength. Press through to a destination that is greener, brighter and is filled with a joy you've never known! |
Angel Catcher for Kids: A Journal to Help You Remember the Person You Love Who Died by Amy Eldon
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Hold Them Near: by Catherine Beachy Yoder
A cold . . . a fight to breathe . . . weakness . . . death. Noah and Sara Beachy suffered tragedy and loss as one child after another succumbed to a mysterious genetic heart condition. Unsullied by bitterness, their trust in God deepened as blow after blow rained on them. A true story that inspires us to lean on God and treasure the moments we have with our loved ones. ( published and sold at www.clp.org ) |
My Ways are Higher: by Maryann Martin
Ronnie and Mary Ann Martin answered God’s call and moved to Honduras with their six children. Pouring their hearts into the work, they thoroughly enjoyed life at the mission. They loved the Hondurans, and the Hondurans loved them. Then tragedy struck when Ronnie was killed in a hit-and-run accident. Left to pick up the pieces, Maryann struggled with questions. How could she raise a family without her husband? Should they stay in Honduras? Why did God choose to take Ronnie, an ordained minister who filled such a vital role at the mission? In this honest and moving true story, Maryann describes how God led her through grief, uncertainty, and doubt to acceptance and gratitude. Her testimony is one of learning to cling to God’s promise that “as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways ( published and sold at www.clp.org ) |
Reflections of God's Grace in Grief: by Fay thelma Bechtel
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God's Grace in the Valley: Meditations for grieving hearts, by Fay thelma Bechtel
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SunShine From Death
Have you just lost a loved one, and are now in need of encouragement? I have just lost a loved one and want to encourage you with this book. Authors note: Most of the things in this book where wrote a few hours after my brother Clayton died, some where wrote a few days and weeks after. I hope this book can help you. You can read the complete book at: sunshiningphotography.weebly.com/sunshine-from-death.html or buy it at: www.blurb.ca/b/7974139 |