Upper Room Books imprint: 198 books
Prayers for Life's Ordinary and Extraordinary Moments
Compiled and Edited by Mary Lou Redding
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2012
Sometimes our prayers flow easily, and we talk to God just as naturally as we would to a dear friend. But sometimes we can't find words to express our thoughts, no matter how hard we try. What can you do when you can't pray, or when you need a prayer for a specific occasion but don't know where...
Taking Flight
60 Daily Devos
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2011
Perfect for Chrysalis Butterflies who want to keep the excitement of the weekend alive. These 60 undated devotions are written by young people who have been through Chrysalis. They will help Butterflies stay in touch with Christ, other Christians, and their God-given calling. The devotions explore the themes of the 15 talks from the Chrysalis weekend.
by Dee Dee Risher
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2016
In this personal story, Dee Dee Risher weaves experiences from her life with the biblical story of the prophet Elisha and the Shunammite woman. Risher is captivated by this spiritually attuned, generous, hospitable, honest, and bold woman. The woman from Shunem extends radical hospitality to the prophet,...
Prepare the Way
Cultivating a Heart for God in Advent
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2016
Throughout Advent we read and sing the words Prepare the Way as we make room to welcome the Christ child into our lives once again. We prepare our city streets and buildings. We prepare our homes and workspaces. But sometimes Advent can slip away from us before we can prepare our hearts. In...
The Uncluttered Heart
Making Room for God During Advent and Christmas
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2009
It's a time when we prepare our lives—hearts, minds, and spirits—for the coming of the Christ child. We sweep out the corners of our hearts, cleaning up the clutter, to make space for God's hope, peace, joy, love, and presence. The Uncluttered Heart offers four weeks of guided reflection...
A Clearing Season
Reflections for Lent
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2017
To many, Lent is simply a time to "give up" something that they enjoy. They see it as a seemingly long purposeless time of self-denial. But *A Clearing Season** rebuffs that notion, looking at Lent from a new perspective. This book shows how Lent can be a time to identify obstacles between...
Spiritual Growth Through Team Experience
Walk to Emmaus
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2000
The author covers qualities of a team member, spiritual benefits of team membership, what happens at team meetings, leadership development, and other aspects of being part of an Emmaus team. Every conference room team member needs this booklet.
Simply Wait
Cultivating Stillness in the Season of Advent
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2017
What if it really wasn't that hard to find more peace, more quiet, more room in your heart for the Christ child to be born? Hawkins will guide you—calmly and simply—through the busy season of Advent, and you'll come out of the four weeks more centered, rested, and spiritually renewed. "The...
One Breath at a Time
A Skeptic's Guide to Christian Meditation
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2019
In secular mainstream America, meditation has become as ubiquitous as yoga. But how does meditation fit into Christianity, and how does it differ from prayer? One Breath at a Time: A Skeptic’s Guide to Christian Meditation reframes meditation for those who are skeptical because (1) they doubt their...
On Our Way
Christian Practices for Living a Whole Life
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2018
Early adulthood is a time of possibility, uncertainty, decision, and hope. During these years, individuals determine how they will approach life challenges and opportunities. In *On Our Way: Christian Practices for Living a Whole Life**, writers from a variety of backgrounds address topics of particular...
Leading a Life with God
The Practice of Spiritual Leadership
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2006
A group of people who pray together can change the world. A community's deepening prayer life depends on an effective spiritual leader. Many are willing to assume this role, but some aspiring guides have trouble making the transition from an individual practice to leading a group. Wolpert demonstrates...
A Spirituality of Fundraising
The Henri Nouwen Spirituality Series
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2011
Have you ever raised funds for your church, another organization, or a mission trip? Maybe you felt uncomfortable about asking people to donate money. It's time to change the way you view this important task. "Fundraising is, first and foremost, a ministry," renowned author and teacher Henri...
A Spirituality of Homecoming
The Henri Nouwen Spirituality Series
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2012
Renowned author Henri Nouwen offers a welcome message for our chaotic times: "Come home to God, and you will no longer feel like a stranger to yourself or the world."
Nouwen, a beloved pastor and teacher who authored more than 40 books, had an unusual ability to help readers see the...
by Maxie Dunnam
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2017
From the rich well of Christian spiritual writing, best-selling author Maxie Dunnam guides readers through the lives and teachings of Willam Law, Julian of Norwich, Brother Lawrence, and Teresa of Avila. Readers will discover how Dunnams study of these faith pioneers influenced his life at pivotal...