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  Expectation Disappointment & Hope

  Stan Rayford

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  "Life is largely a matter of expectation." Roman poet Horace (Quintus Horatius Flaccus), who coined the phrase "Carpe diem" or "Seize the day," seems to suggest that from the moment we rise each morning to the moment we lay down to sleep, we are filled with expectation. Yet, others would disagree asserting that it is best to live without expectations in order to avoid painful disappointment. I submit to you that we can neither live without expectation or disappointment. So, that leaves us with the need to learn to manage our expectations and minimize disappointment. That's what this book aims to do. At the completion of your reading, you should understand the essence of expectation; the levels of expectation; with whom you should place your expectations; and when to stick your neck out in expectation. Further, if at the outset of your reading you subscribed to life with "no expectations," perhaps at your completion you will be free to more safely expect again. Stan Rayford has over 20 years of experience as pastor of Restoration Fellowship Tabernacle of Detroit and as a licensed professional counselor. He has earned an MA in Theological Studies and a second MA in Pastoral Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary. He holds a BA in Journalism from the University of South Carolina.

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  The Holy Spirit

  Ron Matsen

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  In 1 Corinthians chapter 12 the apostle Paul writes: “Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant.” Sadly, today many Christians are poorly equipped to understand what the Bible has to say about the Holy Spirit. Throughout the Old Testament we see the revealed power of God referred to as the “Spirit of God” (at creation, anointing prophets, etc.). Yet clearly the Holy Spirit is more than just the force of God, he is a person. In the New Testament Jesus refers to the Holy Spirit as the third person of the Triune God. To comprehend the character and conduct of the Holy Spirit you must understand that he is a person, that he is God, and that he has a specific purpose.

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  Caring - Caring The Thoughtful...

  Esther Jameson

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  Caring is more than just an emotion or an obligation; it is a conscious choice to show interest in the well-being of others. At its core, it is about fostering genuine connections and expressing a concern that transcends mere politeness. In a world that often feels disconnected and fast-paced, the act of caring can be a grounding force for both the giver and the receiver. It can enhance relationships, improve mental health, and create communities where individuals feel valued and understood. 
  One of the key elements of caring is empathy. Empathy involves being able to understand and share the feelings of another person. This allows individuals to connect on a deeper emotional level, recognizing the struggles and joys that others experience. Unlike sympathy, which often involves feeling pity for someone, empathy creates an equal emotional exchange. This emotional resonance is vital in showing genuine concern because it shows that you truly understand another person's experiences, rather than just offering surface-level support. 
  Another important aspect of caring is the idea of presence. To truly care about someone, one must be present—both physically and emotionally. This means putting aside distractions and fully engaging with the other person. The simple act of being there for someone, whether in moments of joy or sadness, communicates a powerful message of support. In this context, caring is not about grand gestures or dramatic acts; sometimes, it is the quiet moments of listening and offering a shoulder to lean on that make the biggest impact.

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  Waiting for God

  Juanita Ryan

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  We spend much of our life waiting. For healing for ourselves or a friend. For a wayward daughter to return to God. For a new job. For marriage and children and grandchildren. Sometimes the waiting can cause us to feel stuck, or forgotten by God. But waiting time is not wasted time.
  In this eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study by Juanita Ryan help you draw near to God in times of uncertainty and postponement. As she leads you and your group through significant moments of waiting in Scripture, you will become familiar with the dynamics of such times and learn to hear God's call to rest in his timing.
  For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions—making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.

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  Unforgotten

  Shelley Shepard Gray

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  Even though Bethanne Hostetler has found some peace seven years after an attempted assault and the accidental death of Peter Miller, she is still haunted by the memory. When her Englisher cousin, Candace--who has just been crowned Miss Crittenden County--reveals that she has a stalker, all of Bethanne's old fears come rushing back. 
   
  Jay Byler had once been Peter's best friend, and the fact that he did not protect Bethanne that fateful night has haunted him ever since. To make matters worse, she continues to avoid him--even as he continues to love her. Jay can only hope and pray that one day Bethanne will see the person he is today and not the boy he used to be.  
   
  As Candace's stalker becomes bolder, Officer Ryan Mulany becomes her escort to various events. He knows he should only think of Candace as a job, but the more time they spend together, the harder it gets to maintain professional distance. And when everyone's worst fears are realized, all four must work together to prevent another tragedy before time runs out and another innocent person is hurt.  
   
  From New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray comes this emotionally taut story of learning to forgive, trust, and love despite the pain of the past.

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  Reconciling All Things - A...

  Emmanuel Katongole, Chris Rice

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  Our world is broken and cries out for reconciliation. But mere conflict resolution and peacemaking are not enough. What makes real reconciliation possible? How is it that some people are able to forgive the most horrendous of evils? And what role does God play in these stories? Does reconciliation make any sense apart from the biblical story of redemption? 
   
   
   
  Secular models of peacemaking are insufficient. And the church has not always fulfilled its call to be agents of reconciliation in the world. In Reconciling All Things Emmanuel Katongole and Chris Rice, codirectors of the Center for Reconciliation at Duke Divinity School, cast a comprehensive vision for reconciliation that is biblical, transformative, holistic, and global. They draw on the resources of the Christian story, including their own individual experiences in Uganda and Mississippi, to bring solid, theological reflection to bear on the work of reconciling individuals, groups, and societies. They recover distinctively Christian practices that will help the church be both a sign and an agent of God's reconciling love in the fragmented world of the twenty-first century. 
   
   
   
  This powerful, concise book lays the philosophical foundations for reconciliation and explores what it means to pursue hope in areas of brokenness in theory and practice.

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