Books published by Lucid Books

Nestled between the devastation of Good Friday and the joy of Resurrection Sunday is the confusion, anger, and hopelessness of Holy Saturday. It is a reminder that most of our lives are lived in this middle space-after something has ended but the new has not yet begun. How do we navigate the uncertainty and pain of living in the space between what once was and what will be? How do we walk by faith when the future is dark and unclear? With real-life examples, author and pastor Mike Brown helps us understand what it means to wait on God.¿¿ This honest and insightful book will help you:¿ Experience comfort and hope when you feel lost.¿ Discover how God is at work between endings and new beginnings.¿ Be encouraged and equipped to better engage with Jesus during dry seasons in life.¿ Learn how the small disciplines of silence, stillness, and meditation keep us tethered to God in the wilderness of waiting.

Do you feel stuck in your Christian walk? Are you just going through the motions and wanting something more? Horath talks straight about living a "double-portion life" as demonstrated by Elisha and how to recognize who you are in Christ.

There is increased pressure when you are queen of the future holding all the power in your two little hands.As someone who suffered from severe anxiety, Katie Smith knows the realities of fear and panic that grip much of the world today. No matter the strength of your faith or fervency of your prayers, anxiety can still grow like weeds in a manicured lawn.Yet, there is hope and healing when you recognize that your control is not within your power but within your purpose. As she was forced to let go of her perceived desires and stripped off "band-aids" that were placed over those weeds and wounds, Katie gained a new perspective that shaped her attitude towards anxiety. Through personal experiences blended with biblical insights and compelling research, Katie examines anxiety from various vantage points such as:· The difference between stress and anxiety· Dealing with heartache: death, betrayal, and isolation· Recognizing the strongholds and influence of technology over our thoughts· Guardrails against future panic and fearAn Antidote to Anxiety doesn't exist apart from the hard work of pulling weeds and cleaning wounds, but if you are willing to take steps toward truthful saturation, meaning service, and humble silence, you'll settle your life and gain your own fearless faith.

Sandra Wade has known Jesus as her Savior since she was a young girl, but in 2014, following a year of treatments for cancer, she found herself in a place of glorious solitude with Jesus. She had overcome disease by God's healing hand and the vessels He used to heal her. She had laid cancer at the cross and allowed Jesus to carry her on her journey. Guided by the Holy Spirit, she found love, forgiveness, and every form of healing imaginable. She was hearing God and receiving God's Word in her heart, learning how to put His Word and His love into action.In her older age, God once again called her into service, and she said yes. In Hebrews 13:16, we are told, "And do not neglect doing good and sharing, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." She began to write and e-mail the messages He was both giving and teaching her-starting small at first when a friend requested she send devotionals to her daughter and then growing as the Lord brought her others to share with. This book is a collection of those devotionals in an effort to pass His truth forward.The Nearness of God is our good, and God upholds us in His righteous right hand-a place He longs for us all to be.But as for me, the nearness of God is my good;I have made the Lord GOD my refuge,That I may tell of all Your works.-Ps. 73:28¿

How do you lead employees well when you don't physically work with them?In Virtual Leadership, Bart Banfield simplifies the complexities of working and leading in a twenty-first-century remote work environment. Through these pages, you will learn: - How to influence those you lead in a virtual work environment- Why change within the workplace is inevitable- The benefits of health and wellness in the virtual work environment- How to create a culture of coaching within your organization- Why self-awareness matters and makes you a better virtual leaderThe world's workforce is changing rapidly, and businesses must evolve or risk getting passed by. Virtual Leadership will show you concrete principles of effective leadership for the twenty-first century.

27 D Street is a creative selection of short stories recollected by a young boy growing up in a small mill village in Georgia in the early 1950s. The stories and the unique characters that played them out in real life, over time, became the village that shaped the young boy, Lawrence, and his life. From Grandma Bledsoe, to Mr. Marvin, to the mill village baseball team, to his buddy Harold to the Goat Man himself, each led lasting impressions on his life. Yearning for something better than owing your soul to the mill village store, Lawrence had dreams of something better. Or, looking back, was it that bad? Each chapter is a descriptive memory picture that still hangs on the walls of the author's mind to this day. Readers may expect:  ● To have their heart stirred with getting to know the vibrant characters in each chapter● To laugh at the funny stories told from the perspective of a young boy and to cry when he learns of loss and unwelcomed change● To think back with a reflection on the characters of the village that helped raise them● To realize that sometimes where we are in time is just as important as where we think we want to be When you finish this book, if you haven't already during the middle, pick up the phone and call your Grandmother, just to tell her you love her. If you don't have a Grandmother, call the woman or man in your childhood that you savor the good in you that they poured into you. Call them and just tell them you love them. Don't text, don't email, no social media. Call them.

"Kristen shares a beautiful story of the Lord's redemptive, restorative work of grace in her heart, soul, and mind. I am encouraged by her testimony of surrendering life to an unchanging, forever faithful Father in heaven." -Heather Platt: Homeschool mom to five beautiful children and wife of Pastor David Platt, author of RadicalEveryone has a story to tell, with lessons learned, heartaches experienced, and joys cherished. Taking the first step on any journey is always the most difficult, and learning to walk with Christ is no different. Living a life in accordance with God's plan is life-giving, full of adventure and purpose. Surrendering is a very personal and vulnerable account of one woman's journey through the highs and lows of walking with Jesus. As you read each story, you may shed a tear or laugh in joy, but most of all, you will be inspired to surrender every aspect of your life to Jesus.

As you develop your relationship with God, you will learn that while basketball is a lifestyle, it's not life. God is.This book of basketball-themed devotionals accepts readers where they are and encourages them to continually strengthen their personal relationship with God.God x Basketball will help you:· develop Christ-led character on and off the court.· discover a deeper purpose through your role in sports.· allow God to lead you through the peaks and valleys of life and sports.· use basketball as a vehicle to support you in your faith walk.· place God first in your life.Readers will learn that their talents should never compromise the continued development of their Christ-like character, which is the spirit in which basketball was invented.Knowing what to do in the game is one thing. Know what to do in life is another.

Have you ever found yourself doing the same thing over and over again with realizing it? Are you spiritually stuck, wanting a deeper relationship with God but not sure how to get there?In The Butterfly Blueprint, Stephanie Miller uses each stage of a butterfly-egg, caterpillar, cocoon, and butterfly-to show you five ways to grow your faith. By examining how your past shapes your perspective and understanding of the value of authenticity and accountability in relationships, you will learn how to identify and address your spiritual blind spots that are hindering your growth.Stephanie opens up her own journey of transformation while providing practical steps you can implement to see real progress in your spiritual life. Your purpose will become clearer. Your relationships will grow deeper. You will create a new perspective to share your story with others.You were not created to remain a caterpillar your entire life. Let God change your perspective so He can transform you into the beautiful butterfly He made you to be.

Everything we do either gets us closer to or further away from becoming the husbands our wives deserve, the fathers our kids need, and, ultimately, the men God intends us to be. 'End Average' is a reality check for men identifying as Christians. Ryan Hansen dives into what it takes to achieve permanent heart change that leads to balanced and consistent growth in faith, relationships, health, and finances. Through examples from his own hard-learned lessons and from wisdom found in the Bible, you'll see what faith in action looks like between Sunday sermons. 'End Average' will challenge you to start living with intentionality and purpose as you seek to glorify God in everything you do.