Like I said in my story many things inspire me daily. One of them is my faith and reading. Below I’ve listed various resources that have inspired, encouraged and grown me, especially during tough times.
Books
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Captivated by John & Stasi EldredgeWhy? by Anne Graham Lotz (a short book great for times of struggle)
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero
Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen
Boundaries – When to say Yes and when to say No, to take control of your life by Townsend and CloudRedeeming Loveby Francine Rivers
The Gift of Being Yourself by David G. Benner
Praying God’s Word by Beth Moore (book with tons of Biblical scriptures for about every life situation)
66 Love Letters by Dr. Larry Crabb
Cold Tangerines, Bittersweet & Bread & Wine by Shauna Niequist
Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown
Crave & Unglued by Lysa Terkeust
The Gift in You by Dr. Caroline Leaf
Devotionals
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Streams in the Desert by L.B. Cowman, updated by Jim Reimann (daily devotional readings)
Come Away My Beloved by Frances J. Roberts (a very unique, free flowing personal devotional – make sure you get the version updated in today’s language
mawarre said:
Great list. I have well thumbed copies of a number of these books.
Deanna Lee said:
Great list! I have looked through a few of these myself. I also would add to the list Made to Crave by Lysa Terkhorst.