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Worry: The Joy Stealer

<p>When someone says, &quot;don&#39;t worry about it,&quot; we often hear a phrase that is much easier said than done. For some of us, worrying is about as natural as breathing. It&#39;s easy to dismiss as a by-product of concern like when we say, &quot;I worry about you because I care about you.&quot; Whether it&#39;s about passing a test, a loved one&#39;s safety, or personal pressures, the weight of the what-ifs leave us weary and rob us of our joy. In <em>Worry: The Joy Stealer</em>, you&#39;ll learn:</p>
<p>- What exactly is worry?<br />
- What makes people worry?<br />
- How is worry different from anxiety and concern?<br />
- What factors contribute to worry?<br />
- How to correct faulty thinking.<br />
- How to stop worrying and start living.</p>

Boundaries, Hope For The Heart Series

<p>Do you feel guilty about setting boundaries for yourself? Do you find yourself saying <em>yes</em> at times when you should say <em>no</em>? Are you afraid of upsetting others and therefore feel compelled to always give in? June Hunt&#39;s <em>Boundaries</em> is rooted in Scripture and filled with practical applications to show you how to identify, establish, and maintain healthy boundaries.</p>
<p>In <em>Boundaries: How to Set Them How to Keep Them</em>, you&#39;ll learn:</p>
<p>- How burdens are lifted with boundaries<br />
- 6 biblical guidelines for setting boundaries<br />
- How to identify and reestablish broken boundaries<br />
- How to communicate boundary changes in marriage, friendships, the workplace, ministry, and with your children<br />
- How to overcome false feelings of guilt and obligation</p>
<p>This easy-to-read guide includes frequently asked questions, simple explanations, relatable stories, and biblical solutions based on June Hunt&#39;s decades of ministry and counseling experience. It follows the same quick-guide format that has contributed to the success of the Hope for the Heart series, a trusted source of wisdom with over a million copies sold.</p>

Anxiety, Hope For The Heart Series

<p>This quick guide to anxiety from the bestselling Hope for the Heart series is packed with practical counseling advice and encouragement that you can put into use right away. This book includes:</p>
<p>- Frequently asked questions<br />
- Simple explanations and definitions<br />
- Relatable stories and biblical solutions<br />
- Practical, step-by-step advice</p>
<p>Those struggling with anxiety will discover peace and hope through this practical and biblical book from June Hunt&#39;s Hope for the Heart Ministries.</p>
<p>The fearful unknowns, unending what-ifs, sleepless nights, and nervousness fuel a sense of impending doom. Then muscles tense up, thoughts race, hearts pound, and breath is shortened. Suddenly, it&#39;s anxiety, and it&#39;s complex and multifaceted, affecting all areas of life. The good news is God invites you to bring your anxiety to Him. Find out how God&#39;s Word can help you calm the fearful, anxious heart.</p>

Five Keys to Raising Boys

<div>Boys and girls are wired differently. Even their brains have such significant differences that they need to be brought up with distinct approaches. In this guide by Dr. Gregory Jantz, you will learn why your son is so much different than your daughter. As we can see from biology, God made each gender to be different, so as parents, we have to expect them to behave differently, which means they need to be parented differently.</div>
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<div><em>Five Keys to Raising Boys</em> uses biblical principles that will help you discover that boys will be boys, and what you can do about it.</div>
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<div>Chapters include:</div>
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<div>- Blue Is Not Pink</div>
<div>- Key #1: Understanding a Boy's Differences</div>
<div>- Key #2: Guiding a Boy's Behavior</div>
<div>- Key #3: Shielding a Boy's Heart</div>
<div>- Key #4: Overseeing a Boy's Academics</div>
<div>- Key #5: Educating a Boy about Sex</div>

Seven Answers for Anxiety

<div>When anxiety hits, everything can feel out of control. You can't help sweating the small stuff. Anxiety warps the truth into chaos, impacting your daily decisions, relationships, and even your faith. Unlike popular methods that tell you to just manage or medicate your anxiety, Dr. Jantz's Seven Answers for Anxiety will help you identify the root cause of your anxiety so you can overcome and break free from the nagging and anxious thoughts that leave you exhausted. He covers seven trusted and practical steps that can be used by anyone and everyone to find freedom from anxiety or panic attacks.</div>
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<div>Chapters include:</div>
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<div>- The Chicken Little Life</div>
<div>- Answer #1: Stop Feeding the Monster</div>
<div>- Answer #2: Right-Size the Small Stuff</div>
<div>- Answer #3: Work at Not Working</div>
<div>- Answer #4: Take Baby Steps</div>
<div>- Answer #5: Make Healthy Choices</div>
<div>- Answer #6: Write Your Script</div>
<div>- Answer #7: Set Your Anchor</div>

30 Ways a Wife Can Bless Her Husband, Blessing Books

<div>Your husband's deepest longing is for you to affirm his value and worth.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Meeting your husband's need for affirmation and unconditional love doesn't have to be difficult or even time-consuming. One simple way is to give &quot;The Blessing.&quot; The blessing isn't just another parenting tip or formula--it's a powerful, yet simple, biblical concept that can strengthen all of your relationships.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>But what exactly does it mean to give a blessing? The blessing as described in Scripture always included five elements:</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Meaningful and appropriate touch</div><div>- A spoken message</div><div>- Attaching high value to the one being blessed</div><div>- Picturing a special future for him or her</div><div>- An active commitment to fulfill the blessing</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Find out 30 different ways to build up your shusband and help him understand his worth in your family and before God.</div>

30 Ways a Husband Can Bless His Wife, Blessing Books

<div>Your wife's deepest longing is for you to affirm her value and worth.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Meeting your wife's need for affirmation and unconditional love doesn't have to be difficult or even time-consuming. One simple way is to give &quot;The Blessing.&quot; The blessing isn't just another marriage tip or formula--it's a powerful, yet simple, biblical concept that can strengthen all of your relationships.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>But what exactly does it mean to give a blessing? The blessing as described in Scripture always included five elements:</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Meaningful and appropriate touch</div><div>- A spoken message</div><div>- Attaching high value to the one being blessed</div><div>- Picturing a special future for him or her</div><div>- An active commitment to fulfill the blessing</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Find out 30 different ways to build up your wife and help her understand her worth in your family and before God.</div>

30 Ways a Mother Can Bless Her Children, Blessing Books

<div>Kids long for their parents to affirm their value and worth.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Meeting your child's need for affirmation doesn't have to be difficult or even time-consuming. One simple way is to give &quot;The Blessing.&quot; The blessing isn't just another parenting tip or formula--it's a powerful, yet simple, biblical concept that can strengthen all of your relationships.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>But what exactly does it mean to give a blessing? The blessing as described in Scripture always included five elements:</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>- Meaningful and appropriate touch</div> <div>- A spoken message</div> <div>- Attaching high value to the one being blessed</div> <div>- Picturing a special future for him or her</div> <div>- An active commitment to fulfill the blessing</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Find out 30 different ways to build up your sons and daughters and help them understand their worth in your family and before God.</div>

Trials: God's Refining Fire, Hope For The Heart Series

<div>Do you ever feel like you are being tested? Have you ever wondered how much more you can take? When the heat of the trial has been turned up yet another notch, how can you hang onto hope?</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Discover how to:</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Face your trial positively</div><div>- Persevere through your trial patiently</div><div>- Finish your trial maturely</div><div>- Pray for wisdom consistently</div><div>- Believe in God's answer confidently</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Often times in ways we don't understand, God uses trials in our lives to cleanse our character and purify our hearts. Trust Him to use each turbulent trial. He will showcase His faithfulness through your life, and will give you peace throughout the process.</div>

Procrastination, Hope For The Heart Series

<div>&quot;I'll stop procrastinating <em>tomorrow</em>!&quot; Are you caught in the tomorrow trap? Have you noticed how the decay of delay has affected various areas of your life? If allowed to continue, the pursuit of the trivial will preoccupy your attention and paralyze your progress.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>When you procrastinate, you will...</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Miss deadlines, miss appointments, and miss opportunities</div><div>- Frustrate the efforts of others who depend on you to do your part</div><div>- Major on minor things and minor on major things</div><div>- Demonstrate an irresponsible lack of concern for your obligations</div><div>- Put off until tomorrow what needs to be done today</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>If you are plagued with procrastination, with God's help you can rearrange your priorities and complete your tasks on time. Productivity can replace the pandemonium when guided by the biblical principles of good time management. Be assured, you can defeat procrastination, finish tasks on time, and enjoy the process.</div>

Chronic Illness And Disability, Hope For The Heart Series

<div>Are you feeling insignificant, deprived, even resentful--those recurrent side effects of chronic illness your doctor failed to mention? Although you try to see the bright side, your outlook is often overcast by the chronic nature of your condition. While others appear to enjoy good health and vitality, you struggle for sensible answers.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Have you asked:</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Why is this happening to me?</div><div>- How can I help others when I can't even help myself?</div><div>- Is God punishing me?</div><div>- Has my sin brought on this condition?</div><div>- If I have enough faith, will God heal me?</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Even with a chronic health concern, you can experience the soothing balm of God's peace as you apply the biblical prescription for victorious living. And as you do, you can bring encouragement and hope to those who also need God's peace in the midst of pain.</div>

Critical Spirit, Hope For The Heart Series

<div>Is there someone in your life who has been particularly critical of you or unusually harsh? Is your faultfinder a spouse, a teacher, a supervisor, a friend, or perhaps a parent? At the root of a critical spirit often lie insecurities, selfish interests, and an unrenewed mind. For some, critical attitudes are &quot;caught&quot; from a homelife where criticism abounds.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Do you know how to...?</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>- Respond to harsh criticism</div><div>- Confront someone with a critical spirit</div><div>- Accept constructive criticism</div><div>- Triumph over negative criticism with truth</div><div>- Demonstrate a caring spirit</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>If you've been on the receiving end of caustic words and attitudes or if you must plead guilty to cultivating a critical attitude, there is a solution to such critical clamor through God's Word. Let's see one another as the Lord sees us--through the compassionate eyes of Jesus Christ.</div>