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She lives in Colorado. For more, visit www. Praising God during the hard times as well as in the good times proves to be very difficult. But the further you get to God's loving presence, you will soon see how easy it is to love him, and declare His mighty name even in the darkest of situations.
God is good ALL the time, not just in the good times that He blesses us with. Many of us struggle with faith and trust in God but as Christians we long to have that peace and that piece of the puzzle that seems so foreign to many believers. The author has such a sweet, life affirming, and inspiring word to reach those of us that struggle to see God in all things. He is our source of strength and hope. Without Him we will struggle till our dying breathe.
My husband and I are right now in our church getting ready for a major move, the move is one of member of a church to ministerial intern for 2 years until my husband will then become an ordained minister. We have overcome and still face many more things to over come in this process of conditioning us for a Pastorate role. It has been a gradual process, but oh so painful, as well. God has been using this transition time as a time of stripping away the old, set in our ways selves to bring us in line to what He wanted to do in our lives for this new time in our lives.
It has been amazing looking back to see the changes that we weren't sure we could even go through. He is such a loving Father that even though it was hard at times, we did our best not to falter. This book is a great encouragement to those in the troubling, hard times that occur every day. The author speaks right to the heart in a very loving, true way! Jun 27, Janice Garey rated it it was amazing.
It is based on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ.
It will help a person recognize God's presence in their life, expecially during the waiting times when many feel like giving up on God. Linda Evans Shepherd ge Review Title: Linda Evans Shepherd gets personal with the reader as she relates her disappointments and hurts and shares how God managed to give her a change of attitude if not circumstances. She relates how what seemed to be horrible treatment by certain insensitive people hurt her feelings greatly, yet over time she recognized that if those things had not happened that she never would have discovered the special calling to a writing and speaking ministry.
I am thankful to have Praying through Hard Times for its hopeful message that prayer does make a tremendous difference. It is a wonderful resource to use when words escape the thought process because a problem seems so over-whelming. That can be for yourself or for someone else who asks you to pray for them. I do a lot of prayer intercession myself, and this book is a help for me to see more clearly ways I can pray. It is a good book for those who are newly learning about praying.
They will advance much faster in the maturity of their prayer life with this book as a guide. The cover of the book is beautiful as it reminds of God being the Creator of all things good. I have already thought of several people who are in the middle of waiting for prayers to be answered who could benefit greatly from the wisdom and prayers in this book. I received Praying through Hard Times from bookfun. The book is a treasure to use as a resource as needs arise. Many who are looking to go deeper in their prayer life will benefit from reading Praying through Hard Times.
Jun 09, Sharee rated it it was amazing. It is a great study resource as well as it incorporates a discussion guide and bible study.
With short videos that correspond to each chapter, Praying Through The Hard Times gives the reader a thought provoking visual lesson. Through stories sometimes absolutely hilarious, other times, hair raising scary , Ms. Shepherd teaches that although life can be difficult, Christians have an open door to God. I began marking places within the book that I found especially good and ended up marking three quarters of the entire book! Each chapter offered lessons on how to handle tough areas of life. One of the best parts of the book, is that Ms. Shepherd teaches practical ways of not only surviving difficult areas but how to breakthrough and overcome those hindrances which prevent believers from moving to the next level.
She shows how accepting God on His terms and seeing the beautiful things He brings from the ashes of disappointment and sorrow build a deeper faith. One of my favorite stories is about a bat that gets caught in the building where the women are worshipping and how God shows Ms.
Shepherd a lesson in spiritual warfare in the crazy unexpected event. But the key is to focus more deeply on God. Praying Through the Hard Times is a great read and one that I would recommend. The book and its teaching are helpful in showing how to handle the hard times when they come and how to prevent additional heartache before they come. I received this book from the Book Club Network in exchange for my honest opinion.
Jun 09, A. Cuddy rated it it was amazing. The storms of life visit us all, and at times we find ourselves ill prepared to weather them.
Where is God when everything comes crashing down? Where is he when a job is lost?
When a child goes astray? When the diagnosis is caner? Does he truly care? With her usual easy and friendly style, the author, Linda Evans Shepherd, uses stories from her own life to encourage and inspire the reader to not just bring their fears, worries, concerns, and issues of life to God… but to know that all of it will be answered. It may not be answered in a way that we recognize at the time… but answered nonetheless. And in those times… we rest in His promises.
May 22, ChrisGA rated it it was amazing Shelves: The author uses a friendly, conversational style of writing that encourages and inspires. We all know hard times-those times that we know God is with us and, more devastating, times when we only feel alone. This book takes the reader step by step through strategies and Biblical reminders to help a wounded, troubled soul find peace, comfort and guidance from the One who heals and upholds. Each chapter contains Scripture passages, appropriate meditations from the Psalms and specific prayers to ena The author uses a friendly, conversational style of writing that encourages and inspires.
Each chapter contains Scripture passages, appropriate meditations from the Psalms and specific prayers to enable the reader to reconnect and recommit to the source of our strength. Bible study questions and links to video supplement this study. I highly recommend this devotional to anyone, whether in a valley or freshly on a mountain top.
When we are faced with debilitating sorrow or worry, it takes a clear, confident message to get through the fog of emotion, and the author makes it known that she has walked on this path herself. The whole package makes the reader feel that a Christian friend is sharing what she has learned in her own struggles. I received this book through the Book Club Network in exchange for this my honest opinion. May 23, Pamela Jo rated it it was amazing. Linda Evans Shepherd has endured tragic times and in her latest book, she shares thoughts about praying through the dark days of life. I found "Praying Through Hard Times" to be a very helpful and comforting guide to seeking God when we need him most.
During times of crisis, Christians all turn to God. Sometimes we even question God's reasons for allowing bad things to happen. When we really need comfort, we need to know how to pray. This book gives the reader a kind of "road m Comforting Words This book gives the reader a kind of "road map" with directions on reaching out to God during difficult times.
In this book, you will find prayers for many different circumstances. There is also a Bible Study at the end of the book which reviews each chapter and asks the reader to answer questions about what they have read. Some of the chapters include help with praying for hope and healing, turning over your troubles to God, and finding peace through prayer. Throughout the book, there are prayers and Bible verses which are very helpful.
If you are seeking peace and understanding in your life, "Praying Through Hard Times" will be a very valuable addition to your bookshelf. I highly recommend this book. It helped me to learn how to pray when I'm not exactly sure what to pray or how to do it. It will lead you through trying times and will give you hope when you feel hopeless.
I received this book from the publisher, through The Book Club Network bookfun.
Jun 15, Nancee rated it really liked it Recommended to Nancee by: We all struggle through difficult times, sometimes insurmountable obstacles overwhelming us. Having the strength to let go and let God can be challenging during those times.
The enemy lurks, wanting us to give up. Each chapter in this inspiring book reveals practical methods to put to use in our daily prayer lives. The chapters begin with a quotation from a famou We all struggle through difficult times, sometimes insurmountable obstacles overwhelming us. The chapters begin with a quotation from a famous spiritual source, and an example of difficult times that the author has experienced in her life. A "trip to the oasis" is a quotation from the Psalms that can be read as a prayer, culminating into a "prayer experience.
I found some very useful concepts and methods to connect spiritually through the routines expressed in this book. I recommend it for focusing on a strong and meaningful prayer life. I received a copy of this book from Revell through the Book Fun For Readers Only program in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own and no monetary compensation was received for this review. Jun 06, Cheri Swalwell rated it it was amazing.
Praying Through Hard Times, by Linda Evans Shepherd, grabbed me from the beginning as she invited me into her life and some of the struggles she has faced in this lifetime. I have read many books about how to triumph through difficulties and God has been teaching our family His truths through a somewhat difficult path this past year and I have to say, I was really encouraged by her book as she reiterated a lot of what God has been teaching me already.
It was great to see how she drew me in with Praying Through Hard Times, by Linda Evans Shepherd, grabbed me from the beginning as she invited me into her life and some of the struggles she has faced in this lifetime. This is a book that is great to read alone or with a group of friends, one friend, or a whole Bible study. I have already pointed another friend toward this book as she is facing uncertainty in her life as well. So many people are hurting - this is a great book to recommend to help them keep focused on the One who truly can help and heal.
I received this book for free from BookClubNetwork in exchange for my honest review. Jun 26, Becky Lewis rated it it was amazing Shelves: Seek God wholeheartedly; be amazed by answers. Praying Through Hard Times is an encouraging book, written to remind us that we can have God's peace and presence in the most difficult of circumstances. Linda Evans Shepherd uses plenty of examples from her own life and from others', showing how God will work through our circumstances to transform us as we seek HIM, not just a particular answer to prayer.
Shepherd talks about finding God in our circumstances, praying against the spirit of strife, and Seek God wholeheartedly; be amazed by answers. Shepherd talks about finding God in our circumstances, praying against the spirit of strife, and praying for breakthroughs, among other topics.
Memorable ideas are boxed off to the side. Each chapter has a "Trip to the Oasis", a prayer of the Psalmist; and a suggested prayer following; plus a link to a corresponding video. There are discussion questions at the end of the book. Great for a group or personal study. Two of my favorite take-aways: The key is to seek God's face with your whole heart.
Jun 14, Diana Montgomery rated it it was amazing. Praying through Hard Times By: I am so glad you have followed what God has planned for your life. What a great example of a everyday person doing what God has called you to do.
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