Audiobooks by Karen Ehman

Keep It Shut: What to Say, How to Say It, and When to Say Nothing at All

"Read by the author. MORE THAN 300,000 COPIES SOLD! Have you ever said something you wished you could take back? The Bible has a lot to say about the tongue and the kind of power it has. In his New Testament letter, James tells us that it can corrupt the whole body. The book of Proverbs claims that 'death and life are in the power of the tongue.' Biblical, encouraging, and humorous, New York Times bestselling author Karen Ehman has included an all-new bonus devotional as well as a new chapter in this updated and expanded edition that will help you: - Learn the essential practice of using your words more constructively - Understand what God has to say about our tongues and how we should use them - See how your words have power--whether it's in private, in public, online, or in prayer - Gain practical insights into breaking habits of gossip, flattery, verbal retaliation, and people-pleasing Keep It Shut explores the hows (and how-not-tos) of dealing with our own words (and our silences), so that you can reduce regret and relational tension and deepen your relationship with God, the one true Word. Also available: Keep It Shut video study and study guide. Reference material and reflection prompts can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Karen Ehman (Author), Karen Ehman (Narrator)

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The Love Your Life Project: 40 Days to Prioritize Your Passions, Cultivate Productive Habits, and Re

"Because Life's Too Short Not to Love It If someone watched how you spend your days, would they be able to tell what your passions and priorities are? Sadly, sometimes we allow the trivial activities of life to crowd out what's truly important. Offering a road map back to a life of purpose and passion, bestselling authors Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk help you unlock a vibrant life uniquely suited to your personality, season of life, and schedule limitations. Packed with encouragement, biblical advice, real-world help, and personal discovery, this forty-day journey helps you discern and pursue your passions and priorities; craft a personalized action plan deeply rooted in Scripture; manage the tension between your relationships and your responsibilities; cultivate a life-giving routine of rest and productivity; and impact others for eternity through your life and gifts. When you focus on what matters most, you can live with confidence and joy."

Karen Ehman, Ruth Schwenk (Author), Sarah Zimmerman (Narrator)

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12 Daring Women of the Bible: Audio Bible Studies: Real Women, Real Trials, Real Triumphs

"In this twelve-session video Bible study, some of today's best-loved Christian authors and speakers look at the spiritual lessons learned from twelve daring women in the Bible and what they mean for you today. As you look at each of these women's lives, you will discover how to: - Apply biblical lessons to your own modern-day struggles. - Live through your failures as well as your successes. - Draw near to God in a world filled with trials. - Find lasting contentment in every situation. - Overcome rejection and insecurity . . . and much more. You'll study the lives of . . . - Shulamite Woman: We Had God at Hello (Lisa Harper) - Deborah: Fight Like a Girl (Bianca Juarez Olthoff) - Proverbs 31 Woman: How Not to Do It All (Karen Ehman) - Ruth: Staying Focused in a World of Distractions (Chrystal Evans Hurst) - Puah and Shiphrah: How to Fight Your Fears (Margaret Feinberg) - Esther: Letting God Be in Control (Courtney Joseph Fallick) - Priscilla: Living a Life of Blessed Ordinary (Karen Ehman) - Mary and Martha: Finding Life in Death (Bianca Juarez Olthoff) - Bent Woman: We've Got God's Complete Attention (Lisa Harper) - Woman with the Issue of Blood: When Persistence Pays Off (Chrystal Evans Hurst) - Elizabeth: How to Win the Waiting Game (Margaret Feinberg) - Anna: How to Live a Life Devoted to God (Courtney Joseph Fallick) The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately."

Bianca Juarez, Chrystal Evans Hurst, Courtney Joseph Fallick, Karen Ehman, Lisa Harper, Margaret Feinberg (Author), Bianca Olthoff, Chrystal Hurst, Courtney Joseph Fallick, Karen Ehman, Lisa Harper, Margaret Feinberg (Narrator)

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Listen, Love, Repeat: Audio Bible Studies: Other-Centered Living in a Self-Centered World

"In this six-session Bible study, Karen Ehman, New York Times bestselling author of Keep it Shut, helps you rediscover the life-changing joy that comes from putting others first. In a culture that tells us a me-first, you-second way of living is the key to happiness, Ehman explains that the key to moving forward in almost every facet of your life is to embrace backward living. Becoming a person who thinks about others first takes effort. It requires you to live alert. To be on the lookout in conversations for "heart drops"-hints of kindness you might grant to the person right in front of you, right where they are. But it is worth it. Listen, Love, Repeat gives you both the encouragement and practical, daily ways you can reach out to others with both planned and random acts of kindness. Topics include loving your family and friends, encouraging coworkers, reaching out to the lonely, blessing the "necessary people" who help you get life done every day but often go unnoticed, and many others who could use an act of thoughtfulness. An additional focus on modeling for your children a lifestyle that listens and loves is accompanied by doable ideas for you and for your family. Sessions include: - Finding Your Big 'Why?' (23:00) - Let Love Complete the Circle (23:00) - When You Live a Life of Welcome (22:00) - How to Hug a Porcupine and Squeeze a Skunk (26:00) - Family Matters (23:00) - The Boomerang of Blessing (28:00) Coordinating study guide available separately. The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately."

Karen Ehman (Author), Karen Ehman (Narrator)

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Zip It: The Keep It Shut 40-Day Challenge

"This follow-up devotional to the New York Times bestseller Keep It Shut takes a deeper look at the advice and commands of Scripture concerning the tongue, offering practical how-to's that will inspire you to use your words to build, bless, encourage, and praise. Each day we speak thousands of words in dozens of places. One thing is certain about the words we speak, type, and text: they are powerful, and they have consequences. They can impart love and life or deliver discouragement and defeat. No wonder Scripture contains more than 3,500 verses about the power of the tongue. This devotional will take you on a journey over the next forty days to learn to choose and use your words wisely--saving you a boatload of regret and wounded relationships. Each of the forty interactive entries includes a Scripture-verse focus for the day, a story or teaching point, and takeaways. Each entry ends with a prayer prompt. The entries in Zip It build upon each other, equipping you with new tools for how--or how not--to use your words. Ultimately, Zip It will challenge you to use your mouth with godly purposes. To build . . . not to break. To bless . . . not to badger. To encourage . . . not to embitter. To praise . . . not to pounce. Action steps that will help you carry out the directives of each devotion are included in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Karen Ehman (Author), Jill Blackwood (Narrator)

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Keep It Shut: Audio Bible Studies: What to Say, How to Say It, and When to Say Nothing At All

"What to say and how to say it. What not to say. When it's best to remain silent. What to do when you've said something you wish you could take back. . . In this study, you'll take a personal tour through the hows (and how-not-tos) of dealing with the tongue. The Bible has a lot to say about the tongue and what kind of power it has. James tells us that it can corrupt the whole body and that it can't be tamed. The book of Proverbs claims that 'death and life are in the power of the tongue.' This six-session study is designed to offer hope for all of us who struggle with the way we've used our words and practical wisdom for getting our tongues under control. Biblical, encouraging, and kind, New York Times bestselling author Karen Ehman will help you: - Learn the essential practice of using our words (and our mannerisms!) more constructively. - Understand what God has to say about our tongues by studying verses and figures from Scripture. - Discern what far-reaching effects our speech has-whether it's in private, in public, online, or in prayer. - Gain practical insights into breaking habits of gossip, flattery, verbal retaliation, and people-pleasing. Most of us have been affected by the heartache and injury that words can cause, not only in family relationships, but also in friendships, work, and church settings. This is your guidebook to fully realizing the power of the tongue and how to use your words in the service of truth and love. Sessions include: - Sparks, Squabbles, Spats, and Such: Our Words Matter (19:00) - On Filling Gaps and Zipping Lips: Listen to Others, Talk to God (18:00) - Opinion-Slinging and Salty Speech: Assessing Our Digital Tongues (22:00) - Gossip, Flattery, and People-Pleasing: How to Speak the Truth in Love (22:00) - Pause Before You Pounce: On Cultivating Soft Speech (23:00) - As Sweet as Honey: Wonderful Ways to Use Your Words (23:00) Coordinating study guide available separately. The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately."

Karen Ehman (Author), Karen Ehman (Narrator)

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Trusting God in All the Things: 90 Devotions for Finding Peace in Your Every Day

"When Life is Filled with All the Things, Begin Your Days with the Most Important Thing of All Life is just . . . a lot. Relationships are hard. Responsibilities are piled high. And it seems like all the things are distracting you from the very best things of all. There's little time left for yourself—or for connecting with Jesus. No wonder you feel anxious in your mind and hurried in your heart. You desperately long for calm amidst your clamoring duties, stacked schedule, and life's unexpected circumstances. But where do you begin? More than anything else, your heart needs a refreshing encounter with God each day. Trusting God in All the Things offers women like you a way forward so you can experience the confident calm you crave. These ninety encouraging devotions will help you face life with God's peace and renewed strength. Start your day here, with this book, where you'll find the calming reassurance of God, who is the only One who can truly be trusted in all the things."

Karen Ehman, Ruth Schwenk (Author), Nan Mcnamara (Narrator)

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Hoodwinked: Audio Bible Studies: Ten Myths Moms Believe and Why We All Need to Knock It Off

"Mothers will find a fresh new vision for an age-old calling as they tackle the challenges and embrace the blessings of motherhood, instead of being taken in by the myths and 'Mommy Wars.' Because of culture, family, friends, or lack of biblical teaching, today's wives and mothers are easily hoodwinked by a set of myths that have grown up around motherhood. Myths like: - 'Mothering is natural, easy, and instinctive.' - 'The way I mother is the right (and only) way.' - 'My parenting is only as good as my child's choices.' - 'Serving my family is a subservient and antiquated role.' All these lies are not only damaging to you and your family, but they are also opposed to the teachings and wisdom of the Bible. In this audio study, Bible teachers and experienced mothers Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk have teamed up to encourage and inspire women to embrace their roles as mothers wholeheartedly yet realistically, whether they work outside the home, have a home business, or are stay-at-home moms. Throughout this study, you and your mom's group will be introduced to a healthier, more biblical vision of motherhood and learn realistic and attainable tips for parenting well and thriving as an individual. Coordinating study guide available separately. The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately."

Karen Ehman, Ruth Schwenk (Author), Karen Ehman, Ruth Schwenk (Narrator)

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When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable: Audio Bible Studies: How to Break the Pattern of P

"Women are being pulled in three directions. They sense the desire to pursue a career or perhaps a home-based business, utilizing their God-given talents and abilities and in keeping with their interests. Many long to be married and to transform into the biblical wife God intended them to be, although they are often uncertain just what that actually looks like. Some desire to be a mother who has her priorities straight and is serving her family whole-heartedly without neglect. The question is... can she do it all? In these six sessions, bestselling author Karen Ehman guides women through answering the particular call that God has on their individual life. If they could learn to get their marching orders from Him rather than listening to the world or trying to replicate the lifestyle of another mom or group of moms, they could go forth in confidence knowing that they are fulfilling the call He has placed on their life. Could that mean they make some money at home or in the workforce? Could they be a full-time at-home mom with babies and small children? Could they homeschool? Could their kids attend a traditional school? Could they help run their husband's business? The answer to all of the above questions is yes!!! Women can have it all, just not always all at the same time! It is all about seasons and strategic selections. And it is all about their bottom line in life which should be to give glory to God-meaning to make HIM famous by living a life that gives those around them an accurate picture of just who God is so that others, in turn, will desire a relationship with Him as well. Sessions include: - The Prison of People Pleasing (20:30) - Just Who Is Calling the Shots? (23:00) - To Tell the Truth (18:30) - You're Capable, but Are You Called? (21:00) - Must Be Nice (20:30) - Your People and Your Punch List (20:00) Coordinating study guide available separately. The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately."

Karen Ehman (Author), Karen Ehman (Narrator)

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Settle My Soul: 100 Quiet Moments to Meet with Jesus - A Pressing Pause Devotional – 100 Daily Devot

"Find peace for your heart and rest for your spirit with these encouraging devotions for moms. Are your days full? Are you tired and craving quiet for your soul? You're not alone. If days filled with obligations and never-ending to-do lists leave you feeling anxious and overwhelmed, you can find the peace your soul longs for. In Settle My Soul, authors Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk invite you to carve out a few moments in your day to deepen your relationship with the Lord through 100 encouraging devotions. Karen and Ruth are women who understand all that you're juggling, and they desire for you to experience the refreshment that comes only from the Lord. Settle My Soul is the companion to the best-selling devotional Pressing Pause. With just a few minutes each day, you will discover: - How you can connect with God - Ways to set aside your busyness and worries - How to center your thoughts on Him and His word - Restoration of your peace of mind. Each devotional includes a brief but meaningful devotional message, applicable scripture, guided prayer, and reflection questions. Throughout the devotional, you'll also find journaling pages for deeper reflection and it is the perfect gift for birthdays, Mother's Day, Christmas, or other special occasions. Your life is loud. But if you will just press pause for a few minutes each day, you can discover what Jesus longs to give you: His peace. 2020 ECPA Christian Book Award winner for the Devotion and Gift category."

Karen Ehman, Ruth Schwenk (Author), Crestina Hardie (Narrator)

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When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable: How to Break the Pattern of People Pleasing and Co

"Are you overwhelmed by others' unrealistic expectations of you? Do you feel torn in dozens of directions as you try to make everyone around you happy? If you're ready to end the cycle of approval seeking, New York Times bestselling author and recovering people pleaser Karen Ehman is here to help! When Making Others Happy Is Making You Miserable shares the refreshing, heartfelt lessons that Karen learned firsthand during her own journey of breaking free from people pleasing in order to live out her God-given purpose. Let Karen be your new go-to guide as you learn to successfully break the destructive pattern of people pleasing and start fully embracing the life God has called you to lead. With equal parts humor and vulnerability, Karen explores why it's so easy to fall into people-pleasing behaviors and reminds us that we can't fulfill our divine purpose if we're too busy living everyone else's. She offers her timely advice for living with less overwhelm and with more peace and purpose, sharing words of wisdom that will help you: - Prioritize what God says above what other people think - Live your life without worrying about the opinions and expectations of others - Cultivate a strategy for knowing when to say yes and how to say no - Create and maintain healthy boundaries with the pushers, pouters, guilt bombers and others who try to call the shots in your life - Learn to navigate the tension between pleasing God and loving your community Join Karen as she encourages you to walk closely--and confidently--with our loving Creator, despite the opinions and expectations of others. It's time to end the people-pleasing game and finally enjoy the peaceful and purposeful life that you deserve. A self-assessment quiz, memory verses, and additional resources are available in the audiobook companion PDF download."

Karen Ehman (Author), Karen Ehman (Narrator)

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Make Their Day: 101 Simple, Powerful Ways to Love Others Well

"You dream of making your presence really count in the lives of others, but you don't know where—or how—to start. You want to be remembered as a woman who scattered kindness to everyone she knew, but you feel like your busy schedule constantly gets in the way. In this practical and deeply touching guide—inspired by her book Reach Out, Gather In—popular author Karen Ehman gives you 101 actionable ideas you can implement today to truly make a difference in the lives of other people. Make Their Day is filled with creative ideas to connect with your family and friends on a deeper level throughout the year. This book will help you develop habits of kindness, reconnect with friends and family, and make encouraging people a priority. You'll be able to put these ideas into action in real time with everyone in your life—even if hospitality doesn't come naturally to you or you don't think you have time. Let's outshine the negativity and hatred in our world, and reach out to others with love, just as God intended."

Karen Ehman (Author), Susan Hanfield (Narrator)

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