Books published by Lucid Books

How can young people know they're making the right decisions in their lives?Kids between the ages of 10 and 15 often face significant confusions, challenges, and uncertainties in their life stages. Yet, numerous books and publications focus only on high school or college ages, while few speak to the pressing questions young teens or pre-teens face every day. The purpose of this book is to give junior high kids a yearlong study to find God's specific answers to problems they face daily. Their issues may be like the topics facing high school and college kids, but they require a totally different perspective. What's more, these younger kids are most likely facing issues for the first time and are left confused and frustrated. This book will shed biblical light on issues such as: Navigating friendships Dealing with embarrassment Loneliness Parent problems Dealing with bullying Dating Peer pressure Dealing with violence Reaching New Heights gives young teens an avenue to learn what God says and how to apply God's answers to their lives.

How can young people know they're making the right decisions in their lives?Kids between the ages of 10 and 15 often face significant confusions, challenges, and uncertainties in their life stages. Yet, numerous books and publications focus only on high school or college ages, while few speak to the pressing questions young teens or pre-teens face every day. The purpose of this book is to give junior high kids a yearlong study to find God's specific answers to problems they face daily. Their issues may be like the topics facing high school and college kids, but they require a totally different perspective. What's more, these younger kids are most likely facing issues for the first time and are left confused and frustrated. This book will shed biblical light on issues such as: Navigating friendships Dealing with embarrassment Loneliness Parent problems Dealing with bullying Dating Peer pressure Dealing with violence Reaching New Heights gives young teens an avenue to learn what God says and how to apply God's answers to their lives.

How can young people know they're making the right decisions in their lives?Kids between the ages of 10 and 15 often face significant confusions, challenges, and uncertainties in their life stages. Yet, numerous books and publications focus only on high school or college ages, while few speak to the pressing questions young teens or pre-teens face every day. The purpose of this book is to give junior high kids a yearlong study to find God's specific answers to problems they face daily. Their issues may be like the topics facing high school and college kids, but they require a totally different perspective. What's more, these younger kids are most likely facing issues for the first time and are left confused and frustrated. This book will shed biblical light on issues such as: Navigating friendships Dealing with embarrassment Loneliness Parent problems Dealing with bullying Dating Peer pressure Dealing with violence Reaching New Heights gives young teens an avenue to learn what God says and how to apply God's answers to their lives.

Does it matter what we do with our bodies? The answer is yes! All of us were created by God for a purpose, so it only makes sense to define health and fitness through Him. Faith-Infused Training helps us attain bodily transformation by applying biblical principles to diet and exercise.Our culture is rampant with the overconsumption of food, alcohol, and a plethora of other junk. We are caring for our bodies less, and as a result, we have never been more overweight or out of shape than we are today. By discovering the truth about what God has to say concerning our bad habits, we can achieve lifelong results through: Fitness that begins with the image of God Health defined by the teachings of Jesus Growth empowered by the Holy SpiritThis book instructs us on how to build a strong foundation for health and fitness. Each chapter digs deeper into the root of the problem: our own hearts. Once we can establish God as our main source for motivation and inspiration, we can experience Him as the greatest catalyst for change, inside and out. Now let's get started!

Tous les chrétiens savent que Jésus a institué une célébration avec du pain et du vin. Certains l'appellent le repas du Seigneur, d'autres l'appellent la cène, la communion ou l'eucharistie. Pourquoi les chrétiens participent-ils encore à cette célébration de nos jours? Quel en est le sens? Et qu'est-ce que cela nous apprend sur le ministère de Jésus Christ?Professeur Christian A. Eberhart répond à ces questions par l'étude des textes fondateurs. Il nous immerge tout d'abord dans les textes du Nouveau Testament qui font référence au dernier repas de Jésus. Puis la quête de sens nous mène dans l'Ancien Testament, où nous poursuivons la recherche sur les thèmes de la Pâque juive, des rituels sacrificiels et de l'expiation. Ces textes nous offrent des clés déterminantes pour la compréhension du pardon des péchés à l'œuvre durant la communion. Pr Eberhart montre aussi que cette célébration instituée par Jésus est un repas ritualisé. Par conséquent, il explore aussi les fonctions sociales des repas communautaires dans l'antiquité gréco-romaine. Au final, la communion apparaît tel un puissant symbole, encore pertinent de nos jours, qui transmet l'amour de Dieu et l'idéal d'une société inclusive.

In a world that is constantly changing, we are always waiting for something. We look into the mirror and wait for beauty that does not fade. We look into our souls and wait for an identity and a place that is secure. We look into our families and wait for healing from the hurts of the past. And we look into our present and wait for spouses to change, children to come, and longings to be satisfied. In this eight-week Bible study, you will learn: To know and understand exactly what you are waiting for, no matter what life stage you are in To heal from hurts and heartaches left from unfulfilled desires and unfinished waiting To see your waiting as an invitation to actively press into God, becoming the woman He has created you to be And there, in the midst of the waiting, you not only find the Lord but discover He is the Only One worth waiting for. "My soul waits in silence for God only; from Him is my salvation" (Psalm 62:1). In this second edition of Waiting on the Lord, you will find: An updated sixth session Small Group Discussion Questions at the back of the book New audio and video downloads available at susannahbaker.com/biblestudies/waiting-on-the-lord And more updated content

This is not a fairy tale-but it does have suspense, humor, a quest, and a happy ending. When Jason and Pam Ogden decided to adopt a baby, they had no idea that their adoption process would stretch over a period of two years, and that their baby would be a toddler by the time they were able to bring him home. Taken straight from Pam's personal travel journal, He Made Me Brave chronicles the long-awaited emotional trip she and her husband took to South Korea to meet their new son. Through these powerful journal entries, you will: Experience Pam's fear, grief, anticipation, and joy as you read her private, honest thoughts. Discover the challenges faced by these adoptive parents as they started the bonding process. Be encouraged by God's sovereignty and power over anxiety. He Made Me Brave is the touching memoir of a mother defying fear to be united with the little boy she had been dreaming of for two years, and an account of hope fulfilled.

Many futurists predict a wondrous world of tomorrow: flying cars, space colonies, and ready-made, delicious meals that pop out of machines. Lab Rats Can't Say No: A Story in the Future suggests a more restrained reality as the gap widens between those who have and those who don't. In Lab Rats Can't Say No, follow a man of the foreseeable future whose obsessive search for the truth about a murder drags him to the depths of society. He discovers that applied science has enabled fabulous enhancements in lifestyle and health for a wealthy and select segment of society. Meanwhile, the powerless common people muddle along in featureless lives. Within this world, you'll discover: Delightfully colorful personalities in all layers of society Fantastic technologies that overlay humanity, while human beings interact for good-and evil Cause for optimism as humanity faces this challenging future Lab Rats Can't Say No illustrates the coming tensions between humanity and technology. It will be up to future generations to determine the accuracy of its vision.

It's ironic that in some cases you can reach your lowest low from the highest place around. On the outside, Heath Shackleford appeared to have his life in order. On the inside, he was lost in absolute pain and chaos. Heath numbed this pain for a long time. He hid behind masks. He suffered in silence. And he ascended to a desolate height that took nearly everything from him. Luckily, his story didn't end there. Neither will yours. When you've reached your desolate height, when you've given in to the burden of unmet needs, unresolved trauma, and untapped emotions, when you've isolated yourself from the world around you and seemingly gone too far to turn back, you have a choice to make. You can reclaim your life, or you can die without knowing what it felt like to really be alive. It's time to engage with your story. It's time to let truth quiet the lies inside you. It's time to free yourself from the chains of addictions and idols and to replace fear with faith. It's time to rid your soul of the shame that has shadowed you. It's time to use even your worst experiences for good and to navigate toward the version of yourself God intended all along. The first step is literally in your hands.It's time to engage with your story. It's time to let truth quiet the lies inside you. It's time to free yourself from the chains of addictions and idols and to transplant fear with faith. It's time to rid your soul of the shame that has shadowed you. It's time to use even your worst experiences for good and to navigate toward the version of yourself God intended all along. The first step is literally in your hands.

Can we really be honest with God? Can we ask "why?" in our disappointments? "How?" during the impossibilities? "If only" in our dashed hopes? And can we dare to be brutally honest with God, trusting he will hear us?" God says, "Yes!" Pray As You Are is a devotional workbook where you will find conversations and prayers. These conversations come from those before us who talked face to face with the God of the universe-and lived to tell us the story. You will find doubters and demanders, the curious and the questioning, the hopeful and the hopeless, the wonderers and the wanderers. We will walk through their stories, pay attention to our stories, and pray as we are. This workbook will lead you to: Find your prayer voice as you write new prayers that reflect honesty and deep desires. Gain peace, contentment, and joy as you share honestly with God. Grow deeper in your trust in God and in relationship with others.My hope and my prayer is that you will find that the God of the universe wants you to be FREE to converse with him, free to talk, free to listen, free to "Pray As You Are."

Big and loud, airports can be scary for little travelers. Monica is here to help make traveling fun and easy! She is going on her first trip on an airplane, and has all sorts of tips on how to enjoy the trip.

"A story of sickness and health, Dancing around the Chaos tells the love story of Joe and Reta, whose lives were irrevocably altered by Alzheimer's disease. A frank portrayal of caregiving, Tracie's story shines with beauty, dignity, and unending compassion." -Julie E. Kutac, PhD | Professional Education and Research Specialist | Alzheimer's Association - Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter Since more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, most of us know someone whose world it has invaded. Alzheimer's is a rough journey, with many unexpected twists and turns, and it's nothing like what most of us imagined for our future. Most families end up navigating the journey alone-guarding the diagnosis, keeping the secret, and stumbling through the process. Dancing around the Chaos seeks to bring the experiences surrounding Alzheimer's into the open so that we can learn from one another instead of struggling to figure it out alone, dreading what the next day will bring but too exhausted and afraid to think beyond the present. This book chronicles a sweet and tender love story, a story that really happened, whose characters are real people. Passionate and deeply moving, it shares lessons learned, hope, and inspiration for others on the same long road to goodbye.

Do you believe you will live for eternity? Or do you believe that life on this earth is all there is? If this life is all there is, what is the meaning of it? Are you sure you know? Many, if not most, of the people in this world never even contemplate these questions.When you do, you must realize that each of us could be wrong in our assumptions about this present life, as well as what is waiting for us after our lives have run their course! Some of us seem to have everything that could make us happy-yet we struggle with heartaches that keep us from the true happiness we should have. After all, isn't that what we are all seeking: true happiness? But what if the "happiness" we are so intent on achieving is really a lie this world imposes on us? Is there anything in this world that will indeed give us true joy? Come along in this compelling read to get some answers to these questions and others you may have about what you are really seeking in this life-and in the life to come!What people are saying about If You Die Today!"'Jesus is not as concerned with what we do, but with what we are.' This is a precious pearl of truth that Dr. Mark Peters holds up to the light in his new book, If You Die Today! Where Will You Be Tomorrow?Dr. Peters employs a format similar to his previous two books, wherein he bases each of the 11 chapters upon a singular element of the title, be it word or punctuation mark. These individual elements provide a springboard for diving deep into the different components of the title question.What especially struck me about the way Mark brought answers to the surface, was how he attached a beatitude to each one and allowed the teaching of Jesus to float it up to the top. Thus, each chapter builds upon the preceding chapter in much the same way that the beatitudes build upon each other. This really depicts the transformative progression that occurs when one is drawn to Christ by God's grace, dies to self, and is nourished by faith in Christ to produce spiritual fruit. This is the kind of fruit that is good today, will be good tomorrow, and lasts forever.Thanks again, Mark, for not only being a hearer of the word but a doer who encourages others by your candidness, transparency, and steadfast commitment to the Word of God and the love of Jesus Christ!" -Mr. Bob Leffingwell"Fantastic book! Best of the three that Mark has written! Drives home the point that we let our busy lives keep us from spending time with our Lord and Savior. The pivotal question we all must face is in the title: If You Die Today! Where Will You Be Tomorrow?" -Dr. Buddy McClung"The eternity of man is at stake, and the solution is the gospel for it is the power of God for salvation. How will we respond to a world that desperately needs to hear this message? Mark unashamedly proclaims the good news of the gospel and shares his life experiences of living this out. His stories are captivating, his exhortation for believers to deepen their faith is unfeigned, and his passion for sharing Christ is encouraging. The question of one's eternity is paramount and as I read this book it challenged me to think about how I should be sharing the gospel with the people who God has put in my life." -Mr. Jon Helander

God never promised anyone an easy life, but He did promise over and over again in His Word that He would be our strength and refuge through every phase. How do we handle adversity, confusion, and even anger when we're walking through a difficult time? Why Do I Have Asperger's: A Mother's Memoir of Love, Hope, and Perseverance shares the journey of a family as they trusted God in the midst of what seemed an insurmountable diagnosis.As you read their story, you'll discover: Christians aren't perfect but are loved by a God who is Parents aren't perfect, so it's okay to ask for help Consistency, hard work, and faith provide miraculous results Failure often provides the greatest catalyst for success God provides every single thing we need in life This book will hold nothing back. While sharing every doubt, fear, misstep, and amazing triumph, the reader will experience the heartbreak and joy of a mother's struggle to help her son.

Have you ever had a difficult question about life, God, or the Bible, but only found answers that are watered down, politically motivated, or just wrong? You're not alone. Many people have tough questions they want to ask, but often find the church's answers vague. "Frustrated" seeks to give satisfying answers to these complicated questions.

Wrought with bitterness, consumed with lies, I was a walking, breathing, miserable Christian. I knew sin had to be present, but I struggled to locate the source. I could have been put in the grave at that point and folks would have gone on about how much I loved and served the Lord. But it wasn't true. Before long my mind became so disrupted it felt as though I no longer knew my way around my own house. Frustration with my children, my husband, and God felt like a fire I couldn't extinguish. Distorted thoughts kept surfacing: You're a failure You're worthless You're a goner You're poor You have no future But the Lord began to shed light on the sin that eluded me. Amid the hustle and bustle of life, I had set down the shield of faith and begun believing the lies of Satan. The Lord's patience and determination would bring me home. He rebuked the enemy and blessed me with freedom, but it is not for my sake only. He wanted to drag Satan's tactics into the light. This is a book about recognizing common lies that so often entangle us. Together, let us suit up, pick up the sword, and reclaim the hope in Jesus. He died to set the captives free, and it's time to live as free men and women

Few things in life are as painful as divorce. The end of a marriage can leave a person feeling lost and alone, questioning whether God cares enough to help them find their way, and wondering if they can ever again trust anyone. To receive God's help and guidance, we have to take that first step toward Him.

When Callie and her parents move from the country to a new home in the city, she is not sure she will be happy. When they get to the city, though, it's nothing like she thought it would be. She is surprised to see lots of beautiful trees. Then she discovers that the big tree in her front yard is very special! Baxter the bur oak teaches Callie about the good things he does for her home, and his acorn friend Mac takes her on a fun adventure around the city!