Religion & Spirituality Audiobooks

I Thought This Would Make Me Happy: How to Fight Less, Forgive Faster, and Cultivate Joy in Your Mar

Are you finding that marriage isn't quite what you expected it to be? Despite starting off happy and in love, do you sometimes find yourself disappointed because the joyful moments you anticipated are now few and far between? It's time to discover the joyful, satisfying marriage you and your spouse always hoped for. Teacher, author, and creator of 'Living the Sweet Wife' Chelsea Damon has helped thousands of couples who felt they were at the end of their rope--plus, she's been there herself. In I Thought This Would Make Me Happy, she gives you the tools you need to fight less, communicate more, and ultimately transform your marriage. With time-tested advice, practical tips, and biblical truths, she will help you: - Forgive quickly and stop the cycle of blame in your marriage to restore harmony - Understand where issues like anger, bitterness, and resentment arise and how to step away from destructive patterns - Shift focus away from yourself and back to the purpose to which God has called you - Seek support from those who will encourage you to seek Christ in your marriage With these helpful and practical principles, love, and faith in the God who brought you together, you and your spouse can find your way to a deeply satisfying marriage that is full of joy and centered on the wonderful plans God has for you.

Chelsea Damon (Author), Chelsea Damon, TBD (Narrator)

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Relaxed: Audio Bible Studies: Walking with the One Who Is Not Worried about a Thing

Dallas Willard had this great response once when asked if he could describe Jesus in one word. He sat back, took a breath, and responded: "Relaxed." As we know through Scripture, for Jesus to come across as relaxed doesn't mean He didn't grieve or get angry or feel the weight of the world on His shoulders; it meant He was never in a hurry to be anywhere other than where He was, trusting and obeying His Father's Way. Relax . . . Does this word describe your life? It can. And for those in Christ, it will. So what are you waiting for? Join Megan and walk slowly toward (and with) the relaxed life of Jesus. What do you have to lose? You'll find out that it's everything you've been hoping to lose all along. 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.

Megan Fate Marshman (Author), Megan Marshman (Narrator)

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Their Finest Hour: 30 Biblical Figures Who Pleased God at Great Cost

A powerful collection of 30 Bible stories about people whose faith in God brought them their finest hour. In today's world, it's easy to fall prey to the approval addiction--seeking the praise of others instead of focusing on pleasing God. In Their Finest Hour, best-selling author R.T. Kendall highlights 30 Bible characters who put their trust in God despite their moments of self-effacing vulnerability. Through these stories, we can learn valuable lessons about faith and trusting God even when it isn't popular or easy to do so. You'll learn the importance of sticking to your convictions, letting God be in control, and trusting His plan for your life through stories of biblical figures, including: - Leah, who experienced delayed significance. - Rahab, who saw a better future with God's people. - Habakkuk, who was willing to wait on the Lord. Their Finest Hour is for ordinary Christians looking to deepen their faith, their understanding of the Bible, and their relationship with God. Relatable stories and personal anecdotes make this book an invaluable resource for pastors, teachers, small groups, and believers seeking inspiration and guidance in their spiritual journey. An enlightening and engaging exploration of moments when ordinary people achieved greatness in the eyes of God, Their Finest Hour will inspire you to seek the true honor that comes from God alone.

R.T. Kendall (Author), TBD, Tom Parks (Narrator)

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Can I Say That?: How Unsafe Questions Lead Us to the Real God

Can God handle our hardest questions, biggest struggles, and secret doubts? We instinctively assume he cannot. We figure giving voice to those things will bring shame, rejection, and distance from him. But what if our hard questions don't need to function as an off-ramp from Christianity but can lead us closer to his heart? What if he is not afraid of our doubts but instead reveals himself in them? In Can I Say That?, Brenna Blain brings her fresh voice to those who feel unsafe or unwelcome in the church, acknowledging the incongruity between the church's actions and believers' lived experiences. As a Bible teacher and an advocate for those who have experienced abuse, molestation, and mental health crises, she creates space for readers to be radically honest and ask tough questions-Am I safe here? Why does your presence feel so lonely, God?-while pointing them to biblical, foundational truth. Leading the way with her own raw vulnerability and authenticity, Brenna shares her journey of wrestling with God and building intimacy with him as a result. Bravely exploring these deep places with Brenna will help you: - Know in your guts that God accepts you as you are-even as you question, struggle, doubt, and hurt - Be reassured that he is bigger than anything you face and can handle anything you bring to him - Experience his love in the most tender and needy parts of your heart - Engage complex questions about the institution of the church, wrestle with its abuses, and advocate for the Body of Christ to more closely reflect his heart God sees you and knows you-better than you know yourself. He doesn't need you to change in order for him to love you. He doesn't require you to be free of struggles in order for him to be close to you. He wants you to be your true self with him and be willing to engage with him deeply, so he can wow you with the beauty of his heart and character.

Brenna Blain (Author), Brenna Blain, TBD (Narrator)

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Relaxed: Walking with the One Who Is Not Worried about a Thing

We often try to do a lot for God--without him. Relaxed is a call to let go of spiritual performance, reject our cultural tendency to live under pressure, and find freedom to walk with God and toward God, one gentle step at a time. Jesus was never in a hurry to be anywhere other than where he was, trusting and obeying his Father. Could the same be said of us? We long to know peace, purpose, and contentment, but life's stresses, the world's discouragements, and our own striving for growth get in the way. In Relaxed, pastor and teacher Megan Fate Marshman explores what it means to set aside our addiction to trying to figure everything out and relish a slower, compelling, powerful, and relaxed life with God. As Megan takes us word by word through Proverbs 3:5-6, she helps us discover: - The joy of a continual, intimate relationship with God - What God calls us to do with the burden of shame and guilt - What it looks like to be relaxed in the midst of grief, financial stress, mistakes, and fatigue - The freedom and forgiveness of being found 'in Christ' - How to incorporate rhythms of walking with God into our everyday routines God never intended for us to be in control. As we lean away from our own understanding and into an intentionally relaxed spiritual life, we join Jesus in trusting a God who knows what he is doing--and isn't worried about a thing.

Megan Fate Marshman (Author), Megan Marshman, TBD (Narrator)

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I Will Give Thanks: 90 Days to a More Grateful Heart

God's goodness and grace abounds whether your heart is full or your needs are many. Discover how a spirit of gratitude brings peace and hope to your days in I Will Give Thanks, a 90-day devotional by author and illustrator Becky Shannon full of thoughtful reflections and beautiful original artwork. No matter the kind of day, messy or mundane, spending time reflecting on God's provision and care will feed your mind and spirit by cultivating a habit of gratitude. In this uplifting book, you will find that thankfulness is not an obligation but an invitation. When you have eyes to see God's goodness around you-whether in an unexpected note from a friend, a stunning sunrise, or even in difficult seasons of illness or anxiety-you can know Him more. This journey toward embracing a deeper contentment is ideal for: - Anyone trying to form a natural habit of thankfulness - Loved ones going through challenging times - Those who appreciate beautiful, artistic design - Prayer partners and small groups looking for ways to share how God is working in their lives Gratitude for God's gifts is possible, worthwhile, and life-giving, whatever your circumstances. I Will Give Thanks helps you adopt a posture of receiving from God the joy, peace, and hope that only He can provide.

Becky Shannon (Author), Lisa Larsen, TBD (Narrator)

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What It Means to Be Protestant: The Case for an Always-Reforming Church

These days many evangelicals are exploring the more sacramental, liturgical, and historically-conscious church traditions, including Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. This hunger for historical rootedness is a welcome phenomenon--but unfortunately, many assume that this need can only be met outside of Protestant contexts.?? In What it Means to Be Protestant, Gavin Ortlund draws from both his scholarly work in church history and his personal experience in ecumenical engagement to offer a powerful defense of the Protestant tradition. Retrieving classical Protestant texts and arguments, he exposes how many of the contemporary objections leveled against Protestants are rooted in caricature. Ultimately, he shows that historic Protestantism offers the best pathway to catholicity and historical rootedness for Christians today.?? In his characteristically charitable and irenic style, Ortlund demonstrates that the 16th century Reformation represented a genuine renewal of the gospel. This does not entail that Protestantism is without faults. But because it is built upon the principle of semper reformanda (always reforming), Protestantism is capable of reforming itself according to Scripture as the ultimate authority. This scholarly and yet accessible book breaks new ground in ecumenical theology and will be a staple text in the field for many years to come.

Gavin Ortlund (Author), Mike Lenz, TBD (Narrator)

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This Is Not Forever: Hopeful Reminders That God Has Abundantly More in Store (90 Devotions)

Rediscover hope in the hardest seasons and embrace abundant life today in this 90-day devotional from Sarah Grace Hallas. In This Is Not Forever, daily encounter God's promises and His presence-even when life doesn't go the way you planned-and journey with Him to a richer, more lasting, and confident faith. Where do you go when it all falls apart? What do you cling to when your foundations are tested and it feels like hard times will never end? When Sarah's life hit rock bottom, she had to reckon with who God really was in her life and what her future would be. As Sarah sought Him in the mess, she discovered that hard seasons don't last forever and that the hope-filled, abundant life she was missing was available through a good and faithful God who had been with her all along. In this honest, hope-filled devotional, Sarah shares 90 heartfelt devotions to bring you encouragement when you need: - To encounter God in the mess - Renewed faith amid trials and hardship - Comfort when your heart is breaking - Confidence in God's goodness and faithfulness - Compassion when you doubt and don't have all the answers You can have confidence in God's eternal promises, and His faithfulness is greater than any temporary challenge you find yourself in. Discover the hope that leads to abundant life in this beautiful and encouraging devotional. With God, there is a brighter future ahead that is more than you could ever imagine.

Sarah Grace Hallas (Author), Kate Marcin, TBD (Narrator)

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Meet Me in the Middle: 8 Mother-Daughter Conversations about Life and Faith

You can have an open and trusting relationship with your teenager. Mother-and-daughter team Sandra Stanley and Allie Stanley Cooney write in alternating chapters to you and your middle school/early high school daughter in this unique, interaction-prompting book that will help you grow in connection, communication, and faith. Some conversations between parent and child don't happen until a crisis forces them to occur. At that point, defenses go up, lines are drawn, feelings are hurt, and solutions seem out of reach. But what if those conversations happened before a crisis? This book helps make that happen. As leaders at one of the country's largest churches, Sandra Stanley and Allie Stanley Cooney not only have professional backgrounds working with young people, they have walked this path together. In Meet Me in the Middle, they draw on their experience to help you: - Use eight planned opportunities to have comfortable discussions with your daughter about the topics you care about most - Learn natural ways to communicate your faith - Hear firsthand what your daughter is most stressed about - Help your daughter navigate fear and anxiety - Approach the tricky subjects of friends, boys, and dating Discussion questions, Scripture, activity ideas, and outing suggestions in Meet Me in the Middle help pave the way to a strong, trusting relationship. As you and your daughter step toward one another, you'll explore how you both can: - Grow in faith as you find your identity and self-worth in Christ - Avoid the comparison trap - Nurture healthy relationships - Keep communication open Meet Me in the Middle guides you to a loving, trusting relationship with your tween or teen daughter as you grow closer, seek out God together, and enjoy each other along the way.

Allie Stanley Cooney, Sandra Stanley (Author), Allie Stanley Cooney, Sandra Stanley, TBD (Narrator)

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Your Pain Has a Name: A Therapist's Invitation to Understanding Your Story, Finding Healing, and Wri

Monica DiCristina suffered for years without words to describe the pain she was experiencing inside. Without knowing what was behind her anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and fears, she created other names for them: "not good enough," "unworthy," "messed up," "wrong." Through the slow process of coming to understand her own story and find the accurate names for her pain, she discovered a glorious path to healing, and also a calling to become a therapist and help others in the same way. Monica knows the power, and crucial importance, of accurately understanding our stories. She brings fifteen years of professional experience and her personal story to help readers learn to identify the narratives and stumbling blocks that prevent them from becoming who they were designed to be. Monica also shares proven therapeutic strategies and insights to empower readers to name, validate, and release what isn't theirs to carry. Pain is an invitation to healing, and Monica wants to help you heal. In naming your hurts and hindrances, you gain the space, insight, and courage to become your fullest self--mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Your Pain Has a Name not only offers the insights of a practicing therapist, but creates an environment of self-compassion and loving curiosity of a therapist's office. It makes space for readers to be with themselves and be with God on their own journey. In this unique combination of personal story, therapeutic knowledge, and practical application, you will discover how to let go of the narratives that have held you back so you can uncover authentic connection to yourself and others.

Monica Dicristina (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Sacred Creativity: Inspiration to Reclaim the Joy of Your God-Given Gifts

In this gorgeous and inspiring book, the beloved artist behind Spoonful of Faith shows you how to overcome your fears and harness your own creative gifts as an act of worship. With thoughtful stories, powerful reflections, hand lettering, and beautiful original artwork, Jena Holliday invites you to discover how you uniquely reflect the heart of a creative God. Using the lessons she's learned along the way and creative prompts throughout, Jena encourages readers to overcome the pressure to perform, face the fears of failure and imposter syndrome, believe in the gifts that God has given, step forward in creativity, and delight in the fruit that comes from freely creating as an act of worship. Each section provides space to digest what you've read with thoughtful questions to respond to in words or drawings, an affirmation to encourage you, and a prayer to guide you. With suggested songs to listen to as well, Sacred Creativity is the ultimate invitation to offer your God-given gifts back to the Creator in joyful worship. To yield to the One who Created all, and allow your art, creativity, and life to be a love offering.

Jena Holliday (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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When Faith Disappoints: The Gap Between What We Believe and What We Experience

For anyone who feels the weight of injustice, trauma, and suffering, the founder of the Jude 3 Project invites you to discover how pursuing godliness in a broken world can heal your heart and your life. Living as a Black woman in America, Lisa Victoria Fields understands the tension of relying on God in a broken world. While pursuing her calling in full-time Christian ministry-an often white, male-dominated vocation-she saw the contentions many people have with Christianity. She heard the theological questions, but instead of arguing for her faith, she listened to the barriers and heard the pain in their hearts: I'm not welcomed or wanted. There is no justice in this world. God didn't intervene and protect me. Doesn't God want me to be happy? Lisa saw the gap between their expectation of Christianity and their experience of it. Now, in her debut book, Lisa invites Christians and skeptics to reconsider the promises and truth of Christianity. She reveals seven pain points people frequently experience-a lack of personhood, power, protection, provision, peace, purpose, and pleasure-and unpacks how, for some, Christianity may have failed to meet those very valid needs, so they turned to various counterfeits to deal with the pain points. While Lisa acknowledges and wrestles with the pain in a fallen world, she also reexamines the pages of Scripture in search of how Christianity alleviates each of those pains. Through vulnerability, powerful storytelling, and thoughtful use of Scripture, Lisa tends to your hurting heart and offers hope and resolve to move forward, clinging to a faith that works-a faith that brings relevance and value to your life in the here and now.

Lisa Victoria Fields (Author), Lisa Victoria Fields, TBD (Narrator)

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