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Becoming a Woman of Grace takes you on a transforming journey to the boundless reasches of God's grace. In this study guide, Cynthia Heald explores the many ways God's grace has already enriched your life and how you can know His grace more fully and then extend it to others.

Fulled with the elements that have endeared Cynthia Heald's study guides to millions--key Scripture passages for study and reflection, provocative questions for discussion and response, quotations from classic Christian writers, and personal reflections from Cynthia's life--Becoming a Woman of Grace is an invigorating study sure to encourage, challenge, and change you.

With gently wisdom, thorough commentary, and unique personal insight, Cynthia Heald presents the gift of grace in a way that will enrich the lives of women in Becoming a Woman of Grace.

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Excellent
This is a great devotional.It changed the way I look at life.God's grace is a wonderful thing and it is great to learn to live in it!

Learn to be a Woman of Grace
Another excellent book in Cynthia Heald's "Becoming a Woman of..." series.

Helpful for both new beginners in Bible study as well as those who have had more experience, and useful for both individual as well as group study.

The format keeps the individual/group interested, it is a good combination of looking up Bible verses and reading well-chosen quotes/commentary selections. Also, it is not simply a book for amassing more knowledge, but you are challenged to apply what you are learning.

If you want to learn more about God's grace and how His grace helps you to become a woman of grace, this is the book/Bible study for you!

Excellent Find!
This is the first book by Cynthia Heald that I have ever purchased, and I am hooked!It is the absolute best Bible study/devotional I have ever purchased.You are prompted to read short excerpts from the Bible and are then given questions from the author that allow you to reflect on what you have read.There is space provided for comments, as well as additional empty "notes" pages in the back.I am a very hands on learner so this format is great for me.Although, I am a daily Bible reader, this study has really helped me to grasp the power and awe of God's grace.I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

What a wonderful set of books!!!
Cynthia's Heald's books "Becoming a woman of..." books are excellent for any woman, whether you are just starting to read the Bible or have read it 10 times.Cynthia's writing style was truly impressive to me.Each chapter starts with a reflective Bible verse and an exerpt from a Christian author or speaker.Then it gives you three or four different verses to look up in the Bible, sections to write your notes, and then a section with the Author's reflection on the concept of the chapter.The chapters increase in complexity, each more challenging as you go on through the book.I bought them all at once, along with "Loving Your Husband" which is also in this Bible study format.

Excellent!
Becoming a Woman of Grace was a wonderful study! It went back to the basics of christianity by defining the purpose of the law (10 commandments) and the purpose and reason for grace! I have always been impressed withCynthia Healds books... they provide a great format for getting into theword and really learning what it means to be a better woman for Christ! ... Read more

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"ALL MY LONGINGS LIE OPEN BEFORE YOU, O LORD; MY SIGHING IS NOT HIDDEN FROM YOU." Psalm 38:9

· Have you ever covered real emotions with denial or feverish work?
· Is there anyone you inwardly dislike, envy, resent, or fear?
· What are your deepest secrets?
· What are your expectations of yourself and others?
· How do you handle profound disappointment?

Carol Kent’s candid questions and revealing insights make SecretLongings of the Heart a book for every woman. For, while your deepestlongings and passions are known intimately by your Lord, you are notalways aware of them yourself.

Daringly honest, powerfully encouraging, and thoroughly biblical,Secret Longings of the Heart will help you explore your longings forfulfillment and victory over ten areas of your life. And it will helpyou channel your passions for good, not for evil, when you are facedwith deep disappointment.

Here is a rich encounter with the hidden heartbeat of womentoday—with the passions that determine your lifestyle, yourbehavior, your attitudes, and ultimately, your ability to serve anddraw closer to the One who knows you best and loves you most. ... Read more

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Great!
This book really ministered to me. It was the first book I've completely finished in a long time. I would recommend this to women, who have dealt with many disappointments in life, that can stunt your growth. This book exposed the lies we tend to believe and the strongholds that can develop. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and recommended it to all my friends.

Alicia Watson

YOU CAN TRIUMPH OVER LIFE'S DISAPPOINTMENTS!
Every Christian woman can identify with this Carol Kent book.It lets us admit that life isn't perfect and gives positive, practical and scriptural advice for facing those disappointments.Kent first invites us to exploreour deepest longings and recognize where the reality of life has fallenshort of our expectations.She then encourages us not to lose hope orbecome embittered, but rather to take positive action by teaching how torun those unfulfilled longings through a scripturally based values grid. "By acknowledging and evaluating our passions, we can discover how tolead a much more honest, focused, fulfilling and purposeful life--a lifebased on eternal values." (Kent, 1990)I highly recommend the bookand also the study guide for small group use. ... Read more

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This is one of Women of Faith's six week interactive Bible studies on experiencing God, designed to link women together in bonds of friendship, joy, faith, and prayer.6 SESSIONS. ... Read more

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An unparalleled exploration of the mysteries underlying women’s sexuality that rivals the culture-shifting Kinsey Report, from two of America’s leading research psychologists

Do women have sex simply to reproduce or display their affection? When University of Texas at Austin clinical psychologist Cindy M. Meston and evolutionary psychologist David M. Buss joined forces to investigate the underlying sexual motivations of women, what they found astonished them.

Through the voices of real women, Meston and Buss reveal the motivations that guide women’s sexual decisions and explain the deep-seated psychology and biology that often unwittingly drive women’s desires—sometimes in pursuit of health or pleasure, or sometimes for darker, disturbing reasons that a woman may not fully recognize. Drawing on more than a thousand intensive interviews conducted solely for the book, as well as their pioneering research on physiological response and evolutionary emotions, Why Women Have Sex uncovers an amazingly complex and nuanced portrait of female sexuality. They delve into the use of sex as a defensive tactic against a mate’s infidelity (protection), as a ploy to boost self-confidence (status), as a barter for gifts or household chores (resource acquisition), or as a cure for a migraine headache (medication).

Why Women Have Sex stands as the richest and deepest psychological understanding of female sexuality yet achieved and promises to inform every woman’s (and her partner’s) awareness of her relationship to sex and her sexuality.

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Finally a book that lives up to its title
This book is exactly what the title says...it covers all the reasons women have sex. It does this by turning a scientific research study into a very entertaining book. You will finish the book with a more well rounded understanding if your a guy and if your a girl you may finally understand why you slept with some of the guys you did. It is not a how to sleep with women book (guys), but you can learn to understand women better and if you pay attention why women sleep with certain men for certain reasons (this book covers about all of them), you can pick what motivations you want to givewoman and emulate that.
Overall a great book and a great narrative, I wish they reported all scientific research studies in this format!

Very Informative
Being in the sexual health field, I have come across this kind of research. This book is able to present that information to readers in a way that everyone can understand. It is very captivating and covers a wide range of topics. I would consider this a must read for both men and women.

An Important Question

This book makes two important contributions.First, is the title.Dr Meston does not confuse love and sex, although emotional reasons (love and commitment) ranked high in the original study.Second, a man can identify with many of the same reasons!

With the evolutionary psychology input, the book stays within the procreation/pleasure paradigm, yet includes reasons like, "wanting to get close to God": a small percentage.The Sacred Female

Had this book been written by Dr. Buss alone, I would have given it the same credence I gave Gray's "Men are from Mars": zero.Dr. Meston, perhaps subconsciously, brings a feminine balance and authority beyond the numbers.

It is important to note two things while reading: 1. The original study was conducted using college age students as a base line and 2. The study was expanded to the general public with small response, yet expanding the age range.The book is only as definitive as the population studied and there are many cultural variations in reasoning.

I would strongly recommend this book for women who ask, "Am I the only one who feels this way?"And for men who ask, "What the hell is going on with her?"Whatever your motivation for purchasing this title, you will find the book smooth to read and fascinating!

Sex and women
Really enjoyed the book.Had great info. I actually got it for my "friend with benefits" because he wants to read it but couldn't find it for sale.I think he will enjoy it too.I even highlighted it for him, lol.

A bible for men seeking admission to the Cave of Joy
I loved this well-written look regarding women's decisions whether to hop on our sexual motorcycles and do the deed. This is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT INFORMATION for heterosexual men to know since we are charged with the vitally important task of initiating the procreation of our species. Lesbians will find it informative, and women too.

Surprisingly the book is based on a somewhat flawed research design but the book adroitly shifts focus, and uses the initial research as an entree into an entertaining discussion of sex research, mostly from the past fifty years. So the book is perhaps better seen as an overview of new developments regarding the field of sex research, with findings from related fields such as evolutionary biology and psychology, but with a focus on women's reasons for having sex. The result is INTERESTING and difficult to read without being in some state of arousal.

The study itself, however, was lackluster. Funds are tight; so the authors did an online study by placing advertisements asking women to participate in their confidential assessment. What I couldn't fathom, based on the authors' description of the survey design, was how the authors were sure that survey respondents were indeed women. How did they confirm this? If anybody could participate and say they were a "woman", what check was done to ensure that this was, indeed, the case? There was mention that this research was done in addition to an earlier quantitative study, but there was little mention of how this earlier study was done. An ideal research design would have been to select respondents randomly based on a national sample (chosen to reflect the universe of adult American women), but surveys of this nature can be expensive; in this case, respondents self-selected themselves. This can distort the results, since persons choosing to talk about their innermost motivations are likely to be highly different from people in general. Many of the responses were by youngish women (under 25) and seemed to over-sample college-age women who, arguably, don't have as much experience as others.

But the survey was oriented not on the women themselves, but on a list of 237 motivations or reasons for possibly having sex. So the survey focused not on people but on motivations. Had they ever had sex for one of these 237 reasons? And if they did, respondents were asked to elaborate about the circumstances. So this choice side-stepped the whole issue of trying to quantify which motivations were more important and instead fleshed out women's motivations for having sex. There was a risk that the authors would give each motivation equal weight. Still, this focus worked well to uncover, so to speak, how women analyze their motivations. What reasons do they give for doing the deed? What rationales cross their minds afterwards?

There was an insight in an excellent book called "How to Succeed with Women, Revised and Updated" to the effect that most women don't really know (on some deep level) why they decide to have sex, and I think there is some truth to this. They get an urge, act upon it, and offer different reasons afterwards; clearly, this is how men probably think about it. But this question about self-assessment of motivation applies not just to women but to people in general -- do we really know WHY we do what we do? We're conscious of our hungers and appetites, but it's hard to pinpoint why we do things precisely.

Still, this book is an interesting foray into these rationales buttressed by the latest findings from related disciplines, with intelligent and fetching commentary from pop culture at times. Having two authors -- one of each sex -- was a definite plus. The result is enlightening. The book offers a smorgasbord of reasons why now is whoopie time: (1) it will help you, my dear, see God (2) it will CURE your headache (3) it will STRENGTHEN our connection (4) it will cause your girlfriends to respect you MORE (5) you'll experience what the fuss is about and (6) you'll enjoy beneficial physical effects (a workout for abdominal muscles) and on and on. There are 237 reasons. Men: learn every reason; so, armed with this knowledge, on that key second date, you can whip out an assortment of reasons to tease an on-the-fence look in her eye. Who knows? Perhaps reason #47 will magically unlock the entrance to the cave of sweetness, and enable you, too, to SEE GOD.

Thomas W. Sulcer
author of Common Sense II: How to Prevent the Three Types of Terrorism (Amazon/Kindle)
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God Created YOU to be A Woman of Worship!

In this dynamic study on the Psalms, Dee Brestin, renowned Bible teacher and bestselling author, guides you through 10, in-depth lessons that will teach you to worship out of your heart's need just as the psalmist David did. Thought-provoking questions will inspire you to be open and honest before God.

You'll be challenged to share your deepest personal sorrows, concerns and fears with your Heavenly Father. The music CD, featuring Integrity songs such as Shout to the Lord and I Was Made to Praise You, will help you easily memorize the Psalms you'll be studying. Let A woman of worship take you to new levels of intimacy with god. ... Read more

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The Beth Moore Study: Esther

This study is worth every penny paid to get the study books.Amazon had the best price and with free shipping for the amount we ordered.
Thank you for stocking the best item for the best price around!

Amazing!
While God is not mentioned in the book of Esther, He is evident in every chapter.It is amazing to watch Him work out His plan for His people through the folks you meet in Esther.It just shows, once again, that God can work through the most unlikely people to accomplish His will for us.

Great Bible Study!
I purcahsed this last month and it has been such a great study. I love how Beth Moore adds history, langauge, and humor to her studies. I hope to complete this study by the end of the year.

Priceless!
Wonderful Bible Study tool. I purchased the product after a word of mouth referral. What I have enjoyed is that I am able to work on it when I get the chance - it can also be used in group study with additional tools.

Great Study
This is a great study for women as individuals and in group settings as well. ... Read more

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- Study notes with over 150 quotes from Women of Faith speakers and over 35 worship hymns and songs will inspire women and help them find authentic joy in life as they learn to trust God.

- Full-page character studies of women from the Bible reveal how God has worked through their lives.

- 52 Bible studies for use by individuals or small groups identify biblical truths that women can relate to and apply to their lives.Amazon.com Review
Women of Faith Study Bible offers a feminine perspective on an age-old text. In numerous places, the editors insert interpretations that celebrate and elevate women's status in the Bible. "Some have said that in times when men are spiritually weak God uses women instead," the editors write in the Book of Samuel. "It is probably more accurate to say the deeds and faith of women are simply more apparent in those times. For the Lord gives gifts and callings to all people."

In the opening pages readers will find a "Weekly Studies Index" that references the Old and New Testaments with metaphorical themes such as "Uncharted Waters," "Are You a Bush or a Tree?" and "Jars of Clay." It also offers almost 80 full-page "Character Sketches" that profile women from the Bible, such as "Eve, Mother of Discontent," "Jezebel--Bent on Evil," and "Noah's Wife: Along for the Ride or a Partner in Adventure?" (The latter sketch tries to imagine the thoughts and actions of this almost invisible wife: "Perhaps she resented all the extra work Noah's obsession caused.") Other features include a timeline of women in the Bible, a genealogy of Jesus, and a dictionary of biblical terms.

One disappointment is the thin paper stock, limiting its shelf life and making it fragile for a daily reader. Fortunately, the 13-page spread of full-color maps is printed on heavy stock paper. --Gail Hudson ... Read more

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My initial review from preview
I thought I would write a review as a heads up for those who are curiously looking at this green Bible photo (above) and thinking maybe that they are looking at a brocade fabric that looks like expensive rayon curtain or evening gown fabric or something.It really, really looks like that up close even.But when you hold it in the hand it is a touchable vinyl that feels great.It is a very curious thing how they achieved that in my opinion.Very well done and very admirable.It seems like the vinyl will last.I also am delighted with the good use of purple ink therein.The pages overall have three columns in a sense.The main center Bible text is a medium print, and if one is not sure what I mean by that, I would say then lean towards small.However, it is not microscopic at all.In fact at my age, I am delighted to see a study Bible like this that has still decent font size for the Bible text.And what I like most about the font is the ink usage.It seems to be, page to page, good strength ink...perhaps that is why it seems to work so well is the very ink usage makes the difference.In the inside of the pages are the cross references, which is a small font for sure.On the outside are the comments about some of the passages; text is also a little different but very readable as well.It is not bedecked with notes so there is plenty of marginal space still to add your own.There are additional features in this Bible that are already mentioned elsewhere about this Women of Faith Bible (other formats).Maps are also gorgeous.It has a real great feel while holding it to read.Yet, my only complaint is that I think we are experiencing a run of glued Bibles again.I just see it all over the place.Even so, knowing this, I bought this Bible.I just hope they change that again and find manufacturers that will sew the Bibles again.Unless, I am not comprehending how these are made, I still just don't get it.I know of others online who really like the sewn Bibles as well...and it seems that sewn Bibles will definitely last longer and be around long after others have fallen apart and been discarded.But don't let my soapbox rant deter you from this Bible.It also is a Bible where the writers know God and exalt Jesus as God.This is a worthy Bible in my opinion.However I have not read a lot of it yet to comment on the overall notes therein to give a summation of it in that way.I like it very much so far!!!I wrote this review so people can get a better idea of what they are looking at online when just seeing the photo.God bless you all in Jesus' Name. ... Read more

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The "Boomer Generation," long in the forefront of change, is looking for new models to reflect its attitudes about age. With Wise Talk, Wild Women, Gwen Mazer presents life stories of women who reflect a shift in ideas, beliefs, and feelings about age for the twenty-first century. Whether "sixty is the new forty" may be debatable, but there is no doubt that women now achieving the age of sixty and beyond are experiencing age differently than did their mothers and other women in previous generations.

This series of intimate conversations about life, love, and lessons learned takes place with women of diverse ethnicity and background. They include poet Nikki Giovanni, activist Dolores Huerta, teacher Jean Houston, and philanthropists, doctors, artists, and others who have created meaningful lives and are making a difference in the world. Through their frank accounts and the stunning portraits of Christine Alicino, we glimpse a world of possibility for continual growth that is empowering and exciting. It invites us to celebrate a stage of life rich with the grace and wisdom accumulated over a lifetime. ... Read more

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Very good concept, presentation and scope....
I recently met Gwen Mazer at a book signing and was impressed with her work.It was a fascinating event mostly attended by women with many women over 60 and one very charismatic woman who was 99 and still going strong.I think this latter woman exemplifies the spirit this book is written as does the author.

The concept of the book is simple, it looks at different women's perspectives on aging, life, love, etc.The author uses a very personal style with rich, thick descriptions and quotations to bring to life a very inside or subjective perspective on these issues.The individual chapters also cover a broad range of cultures, levels of achievement, fields of expertise, etc.

I agree with Gwen that in many ways 60 is the new 40 for many people and attitudes towards aging across society are outdated.In fact, my understanding from the research on the aging brain is that how you expect to grow old is the number one determing factor in how the brain ages.If the 99 year old at the book signing event is any indication of human potential, then I think this may just right on target.

What you will come away from after reading this book is a different attitude towards aging and what is possible.It not only looks at individuals, but when taken as a collection presents a new cultural pattern emerging among women.As a man, I see this in my practice and I believe it is gathering momentum.I find it a litarlly a disgrace how many seniors are treated in our society.I also understand this is correlated with life expectancy and how people age.

If you are interested in references written for laypersons on the topic of brain aging try these: Healthy at 100: The Scientifically Proven Secrets of the World's Healthiest and Longest-Lived Peoples and Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide to Your Well-Being,Making a Good Brain Great: The Amen Clinic Program for Achieving and Sustaining Optimal Mental Performance and The Mature Mind: The Positive Power of the Aging Brain and Aging With Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us About Leading Longer, Healthier, and More Meaningful Lives.

Finally, this book is a work of art.There is excellent photography which captures the spirit of the person in each chapter, it's printed on good quality paper and the design is carefully thought out.If you are at all interested in this area, I recommend this book for it's "real life" and "in the bones" approach.Many similar books do not have the lively spirit of this one, the breadth or the depth.

Extraordinary!
Wise Talk, Wild Women changed my life and was exactly what I needed to help me move forward into the next phase of my being.At age 60 I found myself completely stuck. My mother's life was so totally different from mine and I had few female relatives whose wisdom about this stage of life I could draw upon.Wise Talk, Wild Women is extremely well written and the comments by all of the women are focused on exactly the aspects of life for which I needed insight. Although all of the women are quite different from one another, each story had several components that I could relate to and one or two paralleled my life so closely it was almost eerie.It is hard to say what was most significant but it occurred to me as I read the book that I had completely lost sight of my own accomplishments. Reading about these women's lives helped me get back in touch with what I have done thus far and how I will use that to focus on the future. I also felt a strong kinship with these women because all have either dedicated their lives to or are now focused on the greater good, something that I have done and continue to do. Wise Talk, Wild Women was truly inspiring.

Looking Forward to Sixty and Beyond
This book is elegant. The writing is both graceful and inspirational. As someone who is not yet sixty, it makes me feel as if this is a period of my life I can look forward to. Each woman profiled in this book has lead an exceptionally fulfilling life, because she relied on her intuition to guide her rather than conforming to her family's or society's expectations of her. The photographs in this book have the quality of portraits; they seem to capture the essence of each woman's character. I highly recommend it.

Janet Rhodes
Walnut Creek, CA

A wonderful journey with wise and wild women
This book is a beautifully presented gift of spirit.Mothers, daughters, grandmothers, granddaughters as well as the men in their lives will be inspired by the in-depth conversations that give candid insights into the joy, vision, and gifts of women throughout their path and arrival into maturity.Mazer's commentaries interwoven in each story give us an important additional perspective, and Alicino's photographs are alive with radiance and wisdom.Here is a celebration of life you will want to share with everyone on your list.

Wise, Wild, Wonderful Book
Read this book;savor like a box of chocolates, enjoying it a piece at a time,for these are well-lived lives recounted by intelligent women who are also beautifully photographed. If you are a guest this summer, this would be a thoughtful gift to your host or hostess. ... Read more

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God Created YOU to be A Woman of Purpose!

When you look at the Bible stories of women, many of them occur only in the Gospel of luke. In this 12-lesson study, renowned teacher and bestselling author Dee Brestin reveals a primary source for Lukeâ€"the women who traveled alongside, and who ministered to Jesus (Luke 8:1-3). Jesus exhorted women and validated their purpose in His Kingdom. You are precious and valuable in God's sightâ€"come discover His purpose for you.

In A Woman of Purpose, you will:

See how God used Elizabeth to prepare Mary for Jesus' birth. Witness mary of Bethany as she "hung on His every word." Smile and understand as you read the account of Easter morning when the men said the "women's words seem like nonsense." ... Read more

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A Woman of Purpose
This 12-week women's Bible study gives participants the opportunity to spend considerable time in a deeper study as they explore the history and the significance of events found in the book of Luke.However, it is equally a good choice for a woman who wants to spend as few as 15 minutes a day preparing for a weekly small group.This book is an excellent text with some very good personal action assignments. ... Read more

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Moving from life as a "nominal" Christian to a vibrate, passionate follower of Christrequires each of us to give everything in our lives to God, complete surrender.Every woman has asked herself, "Do I trust God enough to let Him take the reigns?"This study takes a look at what the Bible says about yielding to God, giving Him your all, and being able to say, "Not my will, but Thine be done."

Reaching an audience across racial, socio-economic, denominational, and age boundaries, these guides will enhance the lives of women as they empower them in their weekly devotions. The study guides can be used for both individual and group settings.

Women are asking good questions about their faith. With our study guides, we want to join them in their quest for knowledge and lead them in finding the answers they are seeking.

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Grow in intimacy with God through in-depth Bible study.

Women of Faith, renowned for its unique combination of personality and truth, offers fresh new messages in four new topical study guides in the popular Women of Faith Study Guide Series.

Each study guide, teeming with insights and quotes from the conference speakers, provides 12 weeks of Bible study and a leader's guide for small groups.

Friendship: Cultivating Relationships that Enrich Our Lives uses Scripture to address issues such as:

• How to have fulfilling friendships with some humor and fun
• Building lasting and fulfilling friendships
• Choosing the right kinds of friends
• Learning to be vulnerable and honest to maximize intimacy
• How to move past the superficial to spiritually bonded friendships

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Friendship/Purple book
The books were received in perfect condition and in a timely fashion.The shipping charges were excessive as I ordered all 9 books from the same dealer, as well as another 9 books.It seems to me that when you order 18 books (9 of each title), there should not be a charge of 3.99 for each book! ... Read more

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A gem
I can't wait to start my day with a 30 min devotion with this book. It is thoughtfully organized. I like it how each key point is supplemented with bible verses for in-depth study and followed by commentaries to broaden my understanding.

A wonderful Bible study
I recently had the opportunity to review a new Bible study book by Cynthia Heald, Becoming a Woman of Grace (published by NavPress).

This is a great little Bible study tool. It's not very long, just 11 chapters, each only about 6 or 7 pages in length. But there is so much wisdom packed into this little book. Chapters include: "Set Free by Grace", "Growing in Grace", and "Becoming a Gracious Woman", among others.Each chapter is introduced with a bible scripture and a quote from a Christian author, then is followed by a number of questions on the topic of the chapter. Each question is brief and contains a Bible scripture to look up and reflect on.

I've read many, many Bible study books in my adult life, and this one is definitely one of my favorites.I especially like the fact that this study is relatively simple and short (a must-have for my busy Mom life), but it encouraged me to really dig into my Bible and consider what the scriptures have to say on a topic, not just read what someone else thinks about the scriptures.

I highly recommend this book as a great way to start your new year.You will be changed by it in the best possible way!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Such an encouraging, grace-filled study
I am half way through this study and I felt compelled to leave this review even before finishing.Every day, I look forward to doing this Bible study for my quiet times.Every day it challenges me to dig into the scriptures.A few years ago, I tried to do one of Cynthia Heald's studies and I set it down.Honestly, I think I was young and I wanted to be spoon fed.I put more stock in feeling and dwelling on my feelings as a woman.I used to do a lot of studies that encouraged me to infer into the Word and only ask you to look up single verses.But, over the years, I've learned a few things.

#1: It is important not to take verses out of context and short cut your way to an understanding of the Word.Take time to read the passage that a verse is in.
#2: Don't infer your own feelings into the Word.I know that statement could be taken a lot of ways and some people might disagree with me.But, what I mean is this--the Bible is about God.The stories that are included are meant to point us to Him.They are not intended to point us to ourselves.We cannot save ourselves.
#3: Be careful and don't get misled by how an author tells a story--don't read details into the Bible that aren't written in it.The story of Bathsheba is a clear example.You can think about what you think the story says and then go read it.You will likely be surprised about how little is actually said in the Bible about Bathsheba.

These three things guide much of how I feel about Bible studies.I hold onto them so that I won't become cynical.They are my way to fight cynicism about Bible Studies.

This Bible study is so good.Heald primarily looks to the Word and includes very wise quotes from other authors.(I have shared several with our small group and everyone has loved them.)She shares from her own experiences--but they are brief.Much more time is spent in the study with the reader digging into the word.She directs the reader to look up passages (most of the time) rather than a verse or two.In my selfish heart, I want to check the box and be given one or two verses to read, but that's why I know this study is so good for me to do--I have to look up passages (5-10 verses) at a time.

This study is about God's grace and how we love one another.The study delves into God's grace for us (His covenants with us), legalism vs. grace, love and grace, and what it means to live out our lives in God's grace.The chapter about legalism was especially good, but all of the chapters have been challenging and encouraging.I haven't found a Bible study in a very long time written for women that I would recommend--but now I have!

One last note...if you are a woman and you enjoy John Piper's, Jerry Bridge's, or Tim Keller's books and studies, I think you would particularly enjoy this study.

Please note, I did receive this book as a complimentary copy from Navpress, but it is one I would definitely have purchased on my own.I am sure I will be purchasing the other books in the series on my own, because I have enjoyed this study so much. ... Read more

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Much is said and written today about mentoring. A mentor is a guide, a teacher, a counselor, an advisor; all words that apply to the Titus 2 woman. Becoming a Titus 2 Woman is a tool to train older ... Read more

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Great book!!!
I purchased this book looking for something biblically sound but practical to grow my understanding of women's discipleship, intentional spiritual development, and then to help with my own walk in the Lord. OVERALL, Peace is very honest and approachable and the bible study that is included in the book points directly to Scripture as a means to develop understanding of The Word rather than someone else's convictions. WONDERFUL!!!

Valuable lessons
Mrs. Peace takes the reader point by point, through the verses in Titus 2 to become the woman that God would have her to be. I felt some of her points and illustrations did not have the depth I would have liked. It does get the reader thinking, however, and considering how her life measures up to Scripture. A good study for the woman who wants to align her life with God's Word.

A Life-Changing Study
This is a wonderful bible study and teaching tool for women.It is effective in preparing the older women to train the younger.The chapters are most enjoyable to read, and very informative, and the chapter questions are great for small group discussion.

Becoming a Titus 2 Woman
A really great book.Just what women need to help mentor younger women in their walk with Christ.

easy read
No new news, but great information to confirm what I already knew.
great book. ... Read more

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Great book, excellent condition
The book took several weeks to be delivered, but itk arrived in perfect condition. Thanks!

Great Bible Study Guide!
This book is a fun, easy read and an excellent source for learning how to conduct a group Bible Study and to effectively study the Bible on your own.I laugh out loud every page, and my husband is always asking what's so funny!Sadly, it is very woman focused, and I don't think he'd find it as funny as I do.I'm looking forward to checking out the other books in Jen Hatmaker's series.

Really good!
My friend and I went through this book together online. We would do one chapter every other week. It took us quite a while to get through the book but it was worth it.

First of all, Jen Hatmaker is VERY funny. She is my kind of Christian Friend! She says all those things you might think but would never dare say. I love her!

Secondly, this girl loves God and His Word. She truly has inspired me to want to dig deeper.

I am inherently a lazy person when it comes to any kind of study, so what I'm about to say is not a reflection on the book or on Jen: I found some of the strategies/tools presented just overwhelming--getting another version of the Bible, comparing a verse to different versions, maybe getting a biblical dictionary, a thesaurus...to me it's a bit intimidating. Not that she says you have to do them all at once, I just tend to be an all or nothing kind of thinker, so I know it's my warped mind thinking, "if I can't do all of these things, I'm not doing any of them!" I **do** want to employ these tips but I'll probably be taking baby steps.

I am willing to at the very least journal my way through my reading of Scripture.

Definitely a must-have for a women's Bible study; it's fresh and enthusiastic.

A riot!!
This book effectively captures your attention the first couple of chapters, drawing you in, letting you get to know the author, and rolling on the floor in laughter.Then it gets down to business, but still with laughs interspersed.It served to "jumpstart" my new bible study routine.

Teaches you how to study with humor & warmth
I am so happy I found this study. When I was going through the reviews I didn't understand the difference between this book and Jen's other books, but ordered it anyway. I was thrilled to find out that this book works quadruple time! It's a novel about learning how to study God's word, full of anecdotes, humour, insight and warmth. It's a study guide with a six week course that has journal exercises for you and teaches you how to conduct your own study of the bible, for you, without a net. It's a small group's leader guide so you can work through it alone or with friends AND it has three different 4 - 6 week reading schedules to start you off on your own study after you've read her guidance.

As someone who is starting to study the bible for the first time, I couldn't have asked for a better guide. I definitely recommend it! ... Read more

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Women eager tobring simplicity to their busy lives will embrace the principles presented inthis exciting study guide based on Elizabeth George’s new Life Management for Busy Women.

With clear and inspiredsteps for women eager to become better stewards of their time and their lives,this study guide complements all the major sections of the book, including:

• Spiritual Life: first things first
• Home Life: minding the stewardship of place
• Mental Life: minding your mind

Easilyadaptable to individual or group study, LifeManagement for Busy Women Growth and Study Guide will help women of allages, in all stages of life, learn to see and follow God’s blueprint for theirlives.

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Life Management For Busy Women
I am leading this study with the ladies at my church.We are growing together as friends, and learning some very important principles for life.I'd highly recommend this study..

Elizabeth George = Religious Martha Stewart
I am very sure that Elizabeth George is a well-meaning person.However, she is a person who mis-uses scripture and is quite legalistic in her tone.She uses guilt, but in lace-laden terms (so it's harder to pick up on).These chapters are no more than "to do" lists, that'll leave you feeling more inadequate than you did before you started the book.She has quotes in Busy Women like, "...a sloppy place or home speaks of a sloppy faith."That is wrong and quite judgemental.I can't even imagine Jesus speaking to someone like this.And to top it all off, she has this whole book devoted to various facets of a busy woman's life, and she doesn't give any advice on working outside the home. In fact, she implies you're not doing what's right if you're not at home as much as possible: "Pinpoint and count exactly how many hours you are scheduled out of the house. Then reduce them drastically so that you can "be there." "

I'm glad some women have been inspired by her, but I've met just as many who have walked away from Elizabeth George's books feeling guilty and destined for failure.

Jesus complimented Mary.Elizabeth George wants every woman to be another Martha.

Life Management for Busy Women
This book is truly an inspiring book. It really gives us focus as a busy women.It gives great principle and disciplines to live by. It sure change my life.

A must have to go along with book!
Excellent study guide to go along with book of same title- filled with scripture and application- It is fresh and something you want to share with all your friends! I highly recommend it and wouldn't recommend the book without it, you would miss half of the scripture/application. Easy reading and great for group or personal study- I am doing it by myself first and then wish to do it in a group study- it would have great discussion and sharing of ideas! ... Read more

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Now reissued in an expanded edition, this unique book offers the first full-length treatment of women's initiation rites in five cultures. Asserting the critical importance of such rites in a world dominated by men, Lincoln shows that in these societies women's initiation involves not only a transformation of the self but also of the cosmos. Considering initiation rites among the Tiyyar of South India, the Navajo, the Tiv of West Africa, and the Tukuna of the Northwest Amazon, Lincoln argues that unlike men's rites, women's rites do not impart a change in hierarchical status, but rather a "cosmic" change which offers religious compensation for women's generally low socio-political status. Lincoln concludes with a brilliant reconstruction of ancient Greek initiation rites based on his original interpretation of the Demeter and Persephone myth.With a new chapter and bibliography, Emerging from the Chrysalis will be stimulating reading for those interested in ritual and its cultural impact. ... Read more

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Matthew 19:6–9 says, For this cause a man shall leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. Consequently, they are no longer two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate (NASB). Understanding what the marriage covenant entails is only possible when our covenant with Jesus Christ is thoroughly understood. ... Read more

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Tremendous study on marriage!
This is the best Bible study workbook I've ever done.It is God-focused, intensely practical, packed with Scripture and convicting in a positive and motivating way.Its emphasis is on our relationship with Christ as the foundation for contentment and blessing in marriage.As the author states so well at the start, "The degree to which you know and love God is the degree to which you can know and truly love your husband."Judy Rossi is an excellent communicator and keenly perceptive about relationships.She asks very pointed and life-impacting questions throughout the book and zeroes in very specifically on areas critical to a revived marriage and a revived walk with God.Each chapter is skillfully crafted to build the anticipation of new hope for any marriage.This is not a quick "fly by" book.It digs deep on many levels, covering topics such as communication, forgiveness and intimacy.I could not recommend it more highly and have in fact recommended it to many friends, who have had very similar reactions to mine.If you are seeking God's help for your marriage, you will not be disappointed!

Transformed my marriage and my life
I am thankful beyond measure for Judy Rossi and her work in Enhancing Your Marriage.The book was recommended to me by a friend and she baited me by sharing some of what the Lord was doing in her own marriage thru the book.I took the bait and am grateful, grateful, grateful. I think my husband is rejoicing as well.Judy is very transparent and shares much from her own life which is always something I appreciate and need.I see so much of the wisdom of God in her writing and found this to be especially so in the way she has laid out the text. I bought the book for several friends and find myself wanting to call them and say, "Go to chapter 7 and look at this nugget."Then I am reminded by the Lord that the work is carefully laid out and that the reader might not be ready with a teachable heart for chapter 7 if they haven't gone thru the other chapters first. I have asked my husband to read my efforts after I complete a chapter and this has really ministered and enhanced our marriage immensely.The Lord has given me much in the way of grace to seek Him for a transformed life thru this text and renewing my mind that I might see my marriage from His perspective.I could write a book myself on all the ways that the Lord has blessed me and my marriage thru Enhancing Your Marriage and I am grateful to the Lord for Judy Rossi beyond expression!

A life-changing study sure to encourageyou in your marriage!
I thought I had a pretty good marriage going in to this study.What I learned is that it could be BETTER!The study begins with an in-depth look in to the truth of who I am in Christ - what He says about me - what He expects of me as a wife.So often we get hung up on the changes we hope our spouses will make.I learned to be all that God wanted me to be and then to stay out of the way and trust Him to change my husband!Judy's materials are challenging, encouraging, relevent and honest!You will be a different woman at the end than you were at the start!

Accidentally Inspired
I was invited to this study by a friend not knowing how in depth the book would take me.I must say that I was accidentally inspired, surprised, and amazed by how much I have learned.This book is a valuable tool and will continue to be a resource on my bookshelf for a lifetime.The book is one that I have shared with many friends and believe that it is a wonderful study in a group and can be completed individually.Enhancing Your Marriage brings new perspective to marriage trials and needs, family, and our personal foundation/relationship with God.I highly recommend this study to all ages and at any stage of marriage.Judy writes in a wonderful way that is down to earth and understandable while keeping biblical principles at the root of teaching.A great read!!

AWESOMENESS!
I actually taught this Bible Study and it was absolutely amazing! It was amazing watching the women in the study go from fearful to faithful in regards to their marriages.This Bible Study is unique in many ways, one being that it actually uses the Bible! It makes you take the intent of God's Word and apply it to your everyday life.There is no wiggle room for your emotions or suggestions for improvement on God's Word.The Word of God is front and center and you must submit to it.The transformed women in my Bible Study will never be the same.Our marriages may never achieve perfection but, we definantly will never be the same.I say buy it, read it, DO IT! If you are ready for God to begin to move in your marriage, just DO IT! ... Read more

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THE WOMEN’S MOVEMENT OF THE 1960s, 70s, AND 80s generated an extraordinary outpouring of poetry that captured an age of expectancy, of defiant purpose, and exuberant exploration. Here, brought together for the first time, are the poems that gave voice to a revolution, including works by Sylvia Plath, Adrienne Rich, Muriel Rukeyser, Anne Sexton, Sonia Sanchez, Lucille Clifton, May Swenson, Alice Walker, Anne Waldman, Sharon Olds, and many others. ... Read more

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Women's Movement Poetry
I discovered many good poems, by women, in this collection, which was in excellent condition.Both men and women should read the book, and if you're a male and you're a writer of poetry, you should certainly have a few collections by women in your personal library and this book should be among them.Good read.

Feminist, Powerful, and Soul-Wrenching
Poetic voices of about 60 different women of the 1960s, '70s, and '80s.Poignant, stabbing, sensual, painful, shocking, harsh, delightful, emotional, raw, powerful, and soul-wrenching.Reaches into the depths of woman's soul, exposing what is very familiar, yet kept hidden, perhaps even to ourselves.A feminist library is now incomplete without this volume of poetry.Recommended for every feminist, those who love poetry and those who don't. ... Read more

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Women who are new believers and women who have been friends of God for years will benefit from this reminder that they are precious to God.  In this study guide you'll discover the height, width, and breadth of God's amazing love for you!

With solid Biblical principles at every turn, each heart that encounters these study guides will be enriched with the everlasting good news of divine worth and divine calling.

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Do you know God's Love is especially for you?
Do you struggle with the idea of love?Do you feel unworthy of love?Well, you should know that God's love is always available for you.God's love is unconditional and He loves you no matter what.This 12-week study references key bible verses that expose the love that God has especially for you.The various sections (digging deeper, ponder & pray, trinket to treasure and the notes) in each chapter help you come closer to God and feel His divine love for you.Another thing that makes God's love plain are the intimate stories from Women of Faith.

Never led a bible study before, that's ok because this book has a leader guide that will help keep your discussions on track.Don't be scared to start a new study or suggest this one to your group and/or friends...how many times do you get together for lunch and shopping?Why not promise to meet once a month for a year to discuss God's love for you?Make that commitment today.

Free At Last
The title of the book was the initial attraction. This is something I had trouble doing for several years after accepting Christ as my Savior. I always had the nagging voice of the enemy telling me I could never be totally free of my past wrongs.

Chapter by chapter the book points out so many scriptures of how much God loves us and what He promises and tells us. There are short comments from other women too.I was finally able to break free of that past and truly receive His love without a doubt left.

This book will is great for great group study or individual study. Each chapter has about 7-10 questions or comments with focused scripture, and there's a leader's guide at the end with answers and additional comments.

I am ordering another topic of study today, and going to the Women of Faith conference this year in Tampa. ... Read more

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Great ideas
I really liked this book.This is a great book of ideas whether your church is large or small.A lot of books I have read, have catered to larger churches only.I liked the little side notes for smaller churches.

Good for a mid-size or larger church
I found this book in our library. "Ah, just what I've been looking for," I said to myself. And it might have been if I belonged to a larger church than I do. To me a team consists of at least 3 people, but when I multiplied that by the several teams needed for each activity, I realized that my church simply isn't big enough to fit the structure suggested in this book. But I'll keep looking, because I KNOW there are books out there written for small churches like mine. I just have to find them!

Fresh ideas for women's ministry
The book strikes me as more focused on "surface programming" rather than on real ministry.There are some good ideas but I don't find much that I can incorporate with our ladies.

Excellent book
I'm very active in moms and womens ministry at my church.This book gave me some great ideas for publicity and helping the ladies in our group make stronger connections.Anyone who is trying to start a new womens ministry or refresh their old one should check this out.

Among the BEST Resource of Its Kind - Inspirational, Purposeful, Impactful
I recently purchased several (>5) books on getting a women's ministry started or going again... and of all the books I purchased, THIS ONE is the one that provided me with the most inspiration and ideas. It truly contains "fresh ideas" and "creative plans"!

Using this book as my guide, I put together a five-month plan to radically upgrade our church's women's ministry, and presented that plan to our pastor. We've been a small congregation that started growing rapidly, so we need to take our current women's ministry to the next level and grow with our congregation -- their needs and our church's ministry needs. I'm in the process of implementing that plan with our pastor and the church staff -- all of whom were impressed with the concise, thorough plan. I told them that this book provided the inspiration, ideas, and templates.

As I read through the book, so much of it resonated with me -- so many of the ideas and tips gave voice and validation to my own hopes and plans for reviving our women's ministry. The easy-to-follow examples and templates for surveys, leadership position descriptions/duties, classes, ministry opportunities, and more helped me to quickly put it all together.

Throughout the book, the author emphasizes that women's ministries need to be more than social clubs. To truly be a WOMEN'S MINISTRY, it needs to be about ME, US (church and community), and HIM. A well-balanced women's ministry more than meets each woman's need for fellowship, it helps to cement life-long friendships, diversity, teamwork, and most of all, purpose -- taking our rightful place as the body of Christ to minister to one another, to our community, and to our world. And it's not as difficult as it sounds! The author has laid out sound biblical principles, spiritual advice (pray! get your pastor's buy-in immediately), and ideas on how to apply these ideas and plans to every church, whether building a new ministry or reviving an existing one -- for any size church! ... Read more