A Faith That Stands

Tammy Thurman

Description

This devotional collection offers a multigenerational perspective on faith and practical life applications for Bible study with weekly questions designed for a variety of settings.
Following Jesus can seem like an overwhelming task. Yet for all who believe, Jesus asks us to consider the cost and to follow Him. We all walk a unique road in life, yet God equips each of us to pursue Him despite the challenges that face us. Faith can grow stagnant and unsteady if we grow unaware and don’t continually tend to it.

With the purpose of applying Scripture to everyday life and striving for unwavering faith, A Faith That Stands features twelve monthly themes, including forgiveness, perseverance, surrender, patience, trust, self-control, and many others. It also provides multigenerational insights from twelve authors in an extended family, making it a great resource as a personal or family daily devotional.
This collection offers a broad, yet personal perspective on faith with practical life application questions at the end of each week. Designed for a variety of settings, its versatility makes it a great resource as a personal Bible study or small- group study with some friends.

Sujets

• Spiritual Growth
• Christian Living
• Personal Growth
• Inspirational
• Philosophie et théologie
• Devotional
• Devotion
• Study
• Forgiveness
• Religion
• Faith
• Family

Informations

• Publié par: WestBow Press
• Date de parution: 25 septembre 2022
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781664265837
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

Extrait

A Faith that Stands
 
Daily Devotional or Small-Group Study with Multigenerational Insights for Your Faith Journey
 
 
 
 
 
TAMMY THURMAN
 
 
 

 
 
Copyright © 2022 Tammy Thurman.
 
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Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
 
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ISBN: 978-1-6642-6582-0 (sc)
ISBN: 978-1-6642-6581-3 (hc)
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Library of Congress Control Number: 2022908326
 
 
WestBow Press rev. date: 10/27/2022
Testimonials
Knowing Mark and Tammy as we do, the release of this book fills us with joy. We have watched them both exhibit “A Faith That Stands” in both good times and bad. Everything they do represents a heart of worship as they love God and others. Their faith has been tested, but in their deep relationship with Christ, they stand firm.
—Chuck and Sue Lamson, Mentors and Prayer Part ners
Tammy has a heart for people in all walks of life with a remarkable ability to see the best in everyone, while at the same time challenging them to grow in their walk with the Lord.
—Rachel Schepp, Executive Director at Care Net Pregnancy Center of Milwau kee
Life is a journey. Along the way we can either pass on the lessons we learn in life to others or keep them to ourselves. Tammy is a vibrant, kingdom minded Christian who freely invests in others. “A Faith That Stands” is more than a devotional. It’s an invitation to a daily journey of personal growth and spiritual matu rity.
—Jerry Brooks, Lead Pastor of Discover Church in Oak Creek, WI
Tammy’s love, boldness, and passion for God’s Word radiate from her to others. Her transparency about her own faith has been such an encouragement t o me.
—Mel Boeck, Bible Study Teacher Buddy with T ammy
Tammy loves people of every age and exudes a genuine heart for her community. My prayer is that God would use this devotional to connect individuals to Jesus by helping them see what God’s Word has for them. She and her extended family offer hope that everyone who pursues Jesus can have an unwavering “Faith That St ands.”
—Sarah Kopf, Administrative Assistant at Care Net Pregnancy Center of Milwa ukee
We have been blessed by Tammy and Mark’s Spirit -l ed leadership. Living like they lead, congregations have been inspired and empowered to grow closer to God. Their devotion to prayer is on these pages. Enjoy as they come alongside you on your own faith journey. We are thankful to God that our paths have cro ssed.
—Tony and Susan Weinhold, Prayer Part ners
 
 
 
 
 
 

Dad
Dedication
Although my dad is now in heaven, he will always be an example to me of God’s amazing ability to transform a person at any age. I witnessed this complete change in my dad firsthand, as in my growing-up years, I was very afraid of him. His anger consumed our home, and I was overwhelmed with anxiety and resentment. As the years went by, through much faith and prayer, my dad came to know and follow Jesus. His choice changed everything for our whole family.
I’ll never forget, then married with two small children, sitting at the kitchen table when I received a phone call. It was my dad, wanting to take my sister Wendy and me out for lunch to a very nice restaurant over the holiday when we’d both be in town. Something was different in his voice, and I eagerly anticipated what he might be up to.
I remember the white linen tablecloths, the floral dress I wore, and the corsages he gave to us. He proceeded to confess with tears that he had terribly messed up as a father and that he was deeply sorry. No, he couldn’t take back all the years of mistrust and hurt, but he wanted us to know that he loved us and wanted a relationship with us. We cried, laughed, rejoiced, and forgave.
That Father’s Day, I wrote my dad a song that prayed a blessing over him. He cried, saying he didn’t deserve a daughter writing a song for him like that. But I told him that his journey had taught me the most valuable lesson about God: no one is too old or wayward to be changed from the inside out through Jesus. If God doesn’t give up on people, neither will I.
Therefore, I gratefully dedicate this book to my dad, Dale Dellmore, for through forgiveness my relationship with him was restored. God is faithful. And someday I know I will see my dad in heaven, where we will worship together at the feet of Jesus (with bagpipes … ha).
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
MONTH 1: FORGIVENESS
Week 1
Day 1: Forgiveness: How Do I Begin?
Matthew 6:14–15
Day 2 : Stones of Pain
Romans 12:19; 1 Peter 3:9
Day 3 : Ask for God’s Help
Psalm 121:1–8
Day 4 : Let Love Invade the Holes
Luke 6:26–31; Ephesians 4:30–32
Day 5 : Pray for Those Who Persecute You
Matthew 5:43–45; 1 John 2:9
Day 6 : Never Stop Praying
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Week 1 Reflections
Week 2
Day 1 : So Right We’re Wrong
1 Kings 8:46–51; Proverbs 3:7
Day 2 : Our Attitude
Philippians 2:1–11; Hebrews 4:12
Day 3 : It’s Not Fair!
Jonah 3–4
Day 4 : Humility
Luke 1; Philippians 2:5–11
Day 5 : Skipping Steps
Philippians 2:12–18
Day 6 : There Is Healing in an Apology
James 5:16 :
Week 2 Reflections
Week 3
Day 1 : How to Love Well
Proverbs 25:21–22; 1 John 4:7–12
Day 2 : False Harmony?
Proverbs 27:17; Ephesians 4:25, 5:10–11
Day 3 : Forgiving Family
Matthew 18:21–35
Day 4 : Easily Offended
Colossians 3:12–14; Proverbs 18:17–19
Day 5 : Accountability—Forgiveness
Hebrews 3:7–15; Colossians 3:13–14
Day 6 : My Shame
Romans 8:1–4; Psalm 34:4–5; Isaiah 50:7
Week 3 Reflections
Week 4
Day 1 : Search My Heart
Psalm 7:10–17; Matthew 5:43–45
Day 2 : Action Over Thoughts
James 2:14–26
Day 3 : Sin Affects Our Physical Health
Psalm 38:1–8
Day 4 : Spiritual Freedom
Galatians 5:13
Day 5 : Never Too Far Gone!
Hosea 6:1–3
Day 6 : Tell of the Victory
Acts 12
Week 4 Reflections
MONTH 2: GRACE AND KINDNESS
Week 5
Day 1 : Taming the Tongue
James 3:1–12
Day 2 : Who Left the Door Open?
Proverbs 21:23
Day 3 : The Weapon of Woe
James 3:1–12; Ephesians 4:29
Day 4 : Destruction at Its Best
Psalm 5:8–10; Luke 6:27–36
Day 5 : Think Before You Speak
Isaiah 32
Day 6 : Just Be Kind
Micah 6:8; Proverbs 11:17
Week 5 Reflections
Week 6
Day 1 : Always Be Prepared
Galatians 6:2; 1 Peter 3:10–16
Day 2 : The 10 Percent
Job 1:1–20
Day 3 : The 90 Percent
Job 1:21; 2 Corinthians 6:3–10
Day 4 : Kill Others with Kindness
Matthew 22:34–40
Day 5 : Praise Him Always
Psalm 34:1–6
Day 6 : Be a Faith Cheerleader!
Lamentations 3:22–33; 1 Thessalonians 5:11; Hebrews 3:12–15
Week 6 Reflections
Week 7
Day 1 : “What’s on Your Nose?”
1 Peter 3:16; Matthew 5:11
Day 2 : Whom Do You Cling?
Deuteronomy 13:4; Matthew 10:39; 1 Timothy 1:19
Day 3 : Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Luke 6:43–45
Day 4 : Son-Ripened Fruit
Galatians 5:22–23
Day 5 : Eyes to See
1 John 3:16–18
Day 6 : What Overflows?
James 1:21
Week 7 Reflections
Week 8
Day 1 : Exercise and Discipline
1 Corinthians 9:23–25; Proverbs 3:1–4; Galatians 5:22
Day 2 : Wait, This Is a Race?