What's New at Cross Reference Library? On Fire for Christ

Unquenchable - What is your faith today? Is it an early spark, just beginning to flicker? A raging bonfire? Smoldering coals? Does your love for God burn so brightly that others are drawn to its radiance and warmed by its heat? Or has your passion cooled, your light dimmed, and your fire faded to cold, gray ashes? Throughout history, God has used the image of fire to represent his awesome power, and one day you will stand in God’s holy presence and see his burning love for you face-to-face. But until then, there is a life to be lived on earth, and the flame of your faith that once burned so brightly can falter in its storms. Whatever the condition of your faith, whether you burn with a feeble flicker or a growing passion, you can discover how to draw nearer to the heat of God’s eternal flame and fan the Spirit within you. Bestselling author Carol Kent takes you into God’s Word and into your own story, revealing the true power of the fire God has placed in you—a power that will stir your desire and embolden you to spark wildfires beyond your wildest imagination. 

The Twelfth Imam - Tensions are rising in the Middle East. Iran’s president vows to annihilate the United States and Israel. Israel’s prime minister says someone must hit Iran’s nuclear sites “before it’s too late.” The American president warns against a preemptive strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities and says negotiations are the key to finding peace. And amid it all, rumors are swirling throughout the region of a mysterious religious cleric claiming to be the Islamic messiah known as the Mahdi or the Twelfth Imam. Word of his miracles, healings, signs, and wonders is spreading like wildfire. CIA operative David Shirazi was born for this moment. He is recruited and sent into Tehran with one objective: use all means necessary to disrupt Iran’s nuclear weapons program, without leaving American fingerprints and without triggering an apocalyptic new war. But time is running out. 

Damascus Countdown - Israel successfully launches a first strike on Iran, taking out all of their nuclear sites and six of their nuclear warheads. American president William Jackson threatens to support a U.N. Security Council resolution condemning the Jewish State for unprovoked and unwarranted acts of aggression. And the Twelfth Imam prepares to order a genocidal retaliation. Meanwhile, CIA operative David Shirazi has infiltrated the Iranian regime and intercepted top secret intelligence indicating that two Iranian nuclear warheads survived the attack and have been moved to a secure and undisclosed location. In danger not only from the ongoing war between Israel and Iran but also from the increasingly hostile governments in multiple countries, Shirazi and his team are in a race against time to find the remaining nuclear warheads before the most cataclysmic event in the history of the Middle East comes to pass.

Celebrating Father's Day at Cross Reference Library!

Dynamic Dads - You know what it takes to win in the workplace, but what about at home? Are you as determined to win at home as you are at work? Have you learned to balance the deadlines and demands of your job with the tremendous task of fathering? It’s a difficult balancing act—keeping your priorities right and being the best you can be in both worlds. With a little bit of knowledge, a strong commitment, and lots of prayer, you can be a Dynamic Dad, someone who wins at work and at home. In Dynamic Dads, Paul Pettit gives you everything you need to formulate your own strategy for pulling together a winning home team. Whatever else you accomplish on this planet, your role as a father deserves your very best. 

The Heart of a Father - Each brief story in this collection reveals the loving, wise, or comforting heart of an earthly father while pointing us to our heavenly Father, who is all-loving, all-wise, and all-comforting. As the stories tug at our heartstrings or make us smile, they reveal God and what He desires our relationship with Him to be. For “If you…know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more shall your Father who is in heaven give what is good to those who ask Him!” (Matthew 7:11 NASB). For all dads who love their kids and all the grown-up kids who love their dads, these sixty stories will be read again and again, savored, and shared. They’ll bring a smile or tears—or both together—with accounts of a father’s provision for his family, his forgiveness, his hugs, and his companionship. These stories, written by many favorite authors, are perfect for devotional reading. 

Heart to Heart: Stories for Dads - There is no substitute for the love of a father, whether it’s the love of a biological father, a beloved teacher, a mentor, a pastor, or another father figure. Heart to Heart: Stories for Dads is an inspiring collection of classic short stories that will cause you to reflect about why the love of a father is so important—and so special. From the tale of the father who learns, almost too late, how to receive the love his little daughter offers him in a paper bag—to the heart-tugging story of the dad facing his first Christmas after a much-loved son is killed in action during World War II—these stories will grab your heart and touch your soul. Compiled by Joe L. Wheeler, long-time collector of great stories and books, this collection has been beautifully illustrated with classic engravings and woodcuts, each carefully chosen to add the perfect touch of remembrance.

What's New at Cross Reference Library? A New Jody Hedlund Novel!

The Heart of a Cowboy - Brilliant scientist Linnea Newberry is on the adventure of a lifetime, traveling the Sante Fe Trail with her grandfather, Dr. Powell, on a botanical expedition to Colorado Territory. She longs to be valued for her contributions and not seen as a helpless liability. But at every calamity she faces, her grandfather threatens to send her home. After watching his ma suffer and die in childbirth, Flynn McQuaid has sworn off women and marriage forever. Headed west to start a new life, he has his hands full not only taking care of his younger siblings but also delivering cattle to his older brother. He doesn’t need more complications. When Flynn rescues Linnea from drowning during a river crossing, Dr. Powell promptly hires Flynn—unbeknownst to Linnea—to act as her bodyguard for the rest of the trip. As Flynn fights against the many dangers of the trail, he soon finds himself in the greatest danger of all—falling for a woman he’s determined not to love.

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The Forgotten Life of Eva Gordon - Failing memory has forced Eva Gordon to move in with her granddaughter, Breezy. But Eva hates the bustle of Boston, not to mention having someone else in her business. All she wants to do is move back to her quiet, cozy Cape Cod home and be left alone. Then Breezy announces she’s getting married, and they’re moving to her husband’s rundown family farm, where he lives with an elderly uncle. They’ll be one big—but not necessarily happy—family. It’s all too much for Eva. Too much change, too much togetherness, too much of an overcrowded life she never wanted. But as her desire for privacy collides with her worsening memory, Eva may find herself in a pickle she can’t get out of. 

Breath as Prayer - Find hope amid anxiety through the spiritual practice of breath prayer in this beautifully illustrated and practical guide to connecting body, mind, and spirit during times of stress. Breath as Prayer will lead you through the practice and the proven health benefits of Christian breath prayer: intentional prayers centered around Scripture that focus our minds on Christ as we calm our bodies through breathing. 

Breath as Prayer offers: 

• More than 80 breath prayers focused on Scripture, along with brief meditations

• Gorgeous original full-color illustrations

• A quick-start how-to guide to refer to as needed

• Guidance on how to implement a breath prayer practice 

• The science behind breath work and prayer and why it works 

• An invitation to reflect on the effect of breath prayers on your body

God created our bodies, minds, and spirits to be intimately connected with one another. Purpose-filled breathing is one of the most effective, calming ways to integrate all aspects of who we are, especially during times of intense stress. Breath as Prayer invites you to the crossroads of Christian contemplative practice, Scripture, psychology, and science to deepen your faith, bring peace to your body, and discover a new reliance on Christ. Breathe deeply, lean into God’s Word, and discover why every breath can be an invitation to pray.

Honoring our Heroes at Cross Reference Library

Taking the High Ground - This book will make you even more proud to be an American! This powerful collection of stories captures the essence Americans’ response in the heat of adversity: a new patriotism and a groundswell of faith-searching, made even more relevant in the aftermath of the horrific terrorist attacks. Taking the High Ground, by Col. Jeff O’Leary, provides uplifting accounts of God’s intervention in the lives of military people, on and off the battlefield, from the American Revolution to Desert Storm. It pays tribute to men and women from all branches of the military—ordinary people who have served their nation and God with extraordinary honor, courage and faith. High Ground captures the faith that has made America a light to the nations. And these true stories are certain to shine hope and strength for all who read it, especially in times such as these. 

Grace Under Fire - The book of its kind, Grace Under Fire is an inspiring and spiritual collection of letters and emails by U.S. troops and their families from the American Revolution through the War on Terrorism. Andrew Carroll, editor of the best-selling War Letters, went through his massive archive of seventy-five thousand previously unpublished wartime correspondences to pick out some of the most intimate, dramatic, historic, and insightful letters and emails ever written about faith. The fifty best of these are featured in this incredible book, and they emphasize how extremely important a belief in God has been, and continues to be, in the lives of U.S. troops and their families. What is especially remarkable about Grace Under Fire is the sheer diversity of the collection, which includes several extraordinary letters by two brothers who fought on opposing sides of the Civil War; a harrowing account by a WWII soldier who survived being on a ship that was torpedoed; a surprising pen pal correspondence between a Marine who fought in Desert Storm and a woman who wrote to him simply to boost his morale—and then fell in love with him; and a profound and impassioned reply to the timeless question “Where is God in wartime?” by a doctor serving in Iraq.  

A Table in the Presence - As a chaplain to the Marines, Lieutenant Carey Cash heard the muttered prayers for courage from the thousand-plus men of the “Fightin’ Fifth,” the first ground force to cross Iraqi borders during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also heard their tear-filled prayers when one of their most beloved leaders became the war’s first American casualty. But more than anything, he heard prayers for protection, whispered by each Marine as the battalion moved into the presence of enemies. On April 10, 2003, the last Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment marched into downtown Baghdad to seize Saddam Hussein’s presidential palace, only to find themselves ambushed by militants hiding in mosques, storefronts, and homes. Hundreds of troops were caught face to face with a blitz of rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), gunfire, and sure defeat. Yet their reports tell a different story: a rocket splicing its way through an armored vehicle packed with marines hits no one; a Marine finds a bullet’s entrance and exit holes in his helmet, yet he has no injury; a squad of Marines watch in amazement as their enemies prepare to fire from point-blank range, then pause and drop their weapons, running away in terror; RPG, fired from only a few yards away, inexplicably swerves and misses its intended target. When the smoke of the April 10th battle cleared, only one American had lost his life. Not one Marine could deny God’s protection, not only on this day but in the months that led up to this moment as well. From a spiritual revival in the desert of Northern Kuwait, to miraculous escapes from death, to baptizing a Marine in Saddam Hussein’s palace, Lieutenant Cash recounts the remarkable events of this powerful story of God’s faithfulness.

Thank you to all of the men and women who have fought for our country. Your courage and bravery has not gone unnoticed. Through these three books, the authors illustrate that courage for their readers, giving them a behind-the-scenes look into the wonderful faith that helped push many of our soldiers through. So come on down to Cross Reference Library and check out these profound books!

You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus…Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

—2 Timothy 2:1, 3

Celebrating the Graduating Classes of 2022!

Promises for Graduates - For every graduate, God offers direction, peace, and wisdom for the new road ahead. In this collection of inspirational verses taken from the New International Version Bible, over 1,500 Scriptures arranged into 130 topics such as guidance, prayer, and courage remind graduates of His promises. 

The Right to Lead - Renowned business writer and motivational speaker John C. Maxwell shares insight on what it takes to be a leader. The Right To Lead is a character study of outstanding men and women throughout history, focusing on the qualities that are consistent in the lives of these great leaders. An ideal follow-up to Success: One Day at a Time. Perfect for graduation, Father's Day, or as a year-round gift for business and church leaders.

Keeping God in the Small Stuff: Graduate’s Edition - Bruce and Stan's Keeping God in the Small Stuff has sold nearly 100,000 copies since its October 2000 release. The practical, accessible, and always biblical wisdom of Keeping God in the Small Stuff is ideal for young adults launching out into the world. Following in the footsteps of the God Is in the Small Stuff Graduate's Edition, this special graduate's edition features a handsome new binding, a presentation page, and a brand-new section just for the graduate.

It’s that time of year again! For those high school seniors to walk across that stage with confidence, knowing that they are about to take that next big step that’ll impact the rest of their lives. For some, there is no doubt in their minds what exactly they are going to do once they graduate. But for many, the pressure of choosing a future occupation feels easier said than done. They may feel discouraged or alone in their decision making. In these three books, graduates are reminded that these next big decisions are not too big for God. He has such great plans for that next step in all of our lives, graduating or not. So, even if you don’t reach that unspoken dream tomorrow, just remember that the Lord is cheering you on because He knows that you are getting closer to where you're supposed to be. 

There are far, far greater things ahead than you will ever leave behind.

—C.S. Lewis

What's New at Cross Reference Library? What God Knows About Us.

On Purpose -  Many Christian women are torn between how the church has taught traditional gender roles and the liberty they see secular society afford to women. But what if the church's conventional teachings on the place of women aren't really biblical at all? On Purpose is a serious study on the verses in the Bible that have often been interpreted to define the role of women in the church, at home, and in the workplace. Each chapter focuses on a single passage, considering what it meant to the original recipients, understanding each author’s intent, and applying its true meaning in today's cultural setting. With each chapter, Julie Coleman thoroughly reveals how the timeless principles in the Bible actually teach freedom for women. In fact, when rightly understood, these verses are a wake-up call that we are handicapping the church's role on earth by limiting women unnecessarily. Instead, men and women should be working side by side for the advancement of the kingdom of God. Written without anger or judgment, and with no agenda but to delve deep into the Bible, On Purpose is an enlightening study offering a fresh, scriptural perspective. It's time to set women free to answer God's call on their lives--and set the church free to function the way God truly desires.

Gay Girl, Good God - “I used to be a lesbian.” In Gay Girl, Good God, author Jackie Hill Perry shares her own story, offering practical tools that helped her in the process of finding wholeness. Jackie grew up fatherless, experienced gender confusion, embraced both masculinity and homosexuality with every fiber of her being. She knew that Christians had a lot to say about all of the above. But was she supposed to change herself? How was she supposed to stop loving women, when homosexuality felt more natural to her than heterosexuality ever could? At age nineteen, Jackie came face-to-face with what it meant to be made new. And not in a church, or through contact with Christians. God broke in and turned her heart toward Him right in her own bedroom in light of His gospel. Read in order to understand. Read in order to hope. Or read in order, like Jackie, to be made new. 

Country Soul - A wounded warrior who found wholeness in Christ…A coal miner’s daughter who met Jesus in a West Virginia holler…A horse whisperer who speaks healing to animals and humans. Through powerful real-life stories like these, along with stunning photography, horse farmer Cara Whitney—wife of “Larry the Cable Guy” Dan Whitney—reminds us that we never have to face our struggles alone. Each story in Country Soul draws us back to a God who cares for our smallest needs and deepest longings, reminding us of His promise to never let us go.

What does God know about us? Well, the answer to that is simple: He knows absolutely everything about every single one of us on this planet. And while I am sure that most of you know that, this week we are reminded through these new books that in today’s society it is easy to feel lost and neglected in this world. Gay Girl, Good God is one of those examples, as author Jackie Hill Perry walks us through her journey toward faith. Jackie faced lots of obstacles in order to get to where she is today, such as multiple forms of abuse and identity confusion. But God knew Jackie. From the moment He formed her in her mother’s womb and even up to the moment when she asked Him to be a part of her life. “Though accomplished through sinful lusts, He had given me to her. He was forming me in her womb. Unbeknownst to her, He had chosen me before the foundation of the world to know Him. And no one—not my mother, my father, or even me—would get in His way,” as said by Jackie Hill Perry in Gay Girl, Good God. Another new book that was added to our collection is, Country Soul by Cara Whitney, wife of “Larry the Cable Guy.” Through this book, Cara uses her love for horses and writing to encourage those who feel alone, such as: “God wants each of us to be exactly who we are—the special, one-of-a-kind person He created us to be.” We find quotes like that and so many more within the pages of Country Soul. In On Purpose, author Julie Coleman addresses how women are portrayed in the Bible, and how women today can use that as a way to push past the things that are holding them back. So, some of you might be wondering why I titled today’s post, “What God Knows About Us.” Well, I guess when I started to skim through each of these new books, I started to realize something very similar between them. Each author is trying to connect with the reader in a specific way, reaching out to women in the church, those who are experiencing identity confusion, and just anyone out there who needs to read words of encouragement. But they all commonly have this concept: You are not alone. God knows who you are, and He knows every amazing little detail about you. When you stumble and nobody seems to notice, there is always One who notices that moment of pain and vulnerability, and He loves you so much. So come on down to the Cross Reference Library and check out these eye-opening books.

Celebrating Mother's Day at Cross Reference Library!

A Confident Mom - As moms, we often doubt our ability to be the mom we want to be. Unpacking powerful lessons, biblical truths, and practical tools, bestselling author Renee Swope will help you take a deep breath of God’s grace and show you how to:

• Exchange the exhaustion of constantly correcting your child’s bad habits with meaningful and creative ways to connect with their hearts.

• Discover positive and encouraging daily practices that will help you notice and nurture your child’s character and unique God-given design.

• Let go of performance-based living and learn how to pursue relationship-driven parenting.

Discover simple ways to give your child what they need most through the power of heart-centered and character-focused parenting. This book will transform your perspective of parenting and change the way you see yourself as a mom and as a child of God. 

Living Well as a Single Mom - You are the most important person in the world…to your kids. No one can love and nurture them like you can. But it isn’t easy.

• Racing between your home, the day care, and your job, you remember another errand you need to squeeze into your already overloaded day.

• You need to make important decisions about your kids, your finances, your home, and your car, but you’re not sure when or how you can research all your options.

• You’d love to spend time with some people who are old enough to speak in full sentences, but most of your friends are either couples or just as busy as you.

This may not be the life you expected. Still, God’s promise to you and your kids hasn’t changed. He has a plan for your family, a future that is bright with hope. Your number one priority also hasn’t changed: to live well so you can help your kids live well too. Cynthia Yates, once a single mom herself, passionately wants you to do just that—with your relationship with God growing, your finances in order, and a team of friends and family ready to help. With straight talk, plenty of humor, and tons of compassion, she will guide you along your journey to Living Well as a Single Mom.

A Mom Just Like You - Let’s face it…the bulk of the everyday work of home schooling falls on Mom’s shoulders. As rewarding and fulfilling as it is, it is no easy task. No one knows this better than home schooling mother of ten, Vickie Farris. If you’ve ever wondered, “Okay, so how do you do it?” you just picked up the right book! Through her warm, practical style, Vickie will fill you with encouragement and practical suggestions for those days when the challenge seems overwhelming. And for those thinking of embarking on the home schooling adventure, she offers her insights gleaned from years of experience, giving confidence and resolve. After all, she’s a mom just like you. Hey Mom…you can do it!

In the Cross Reference Library, we have all kinds of Christian-based books. Among them, you can find several books on motherhood. And since Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, I thought we could celebrate by looking at books by authors, Renee Swope, Cynthia Yates, and also Vickie and Jayme Farris. Mainly, these authors (and mothers) seem to make one thing clear for all of us: being a mom is far from easy. Whether you’re a single mother, a homeschool mom, or a downright supermom, you are never without a challenge. In the first few chapters of Living Well as a Single Mom, author Cynthia Yates helps give moms (single or not), assurance through all the trials of motherhood. An example of that is the chapter titled, Leaning on Others. Through this chapter Cynthia explains to single moms, “You may be the only active parent, but trying to tackle this job alone would be ridiculous. Don’t buy into the notion that to be a strong woman, you should not ask for help.” So, if the responsibilities of motherhood are overwhelming and you are feeling stuck, don’t keep those feelings inside. Reach out for help. In our other two books this week, A Confident Mom and A Mom Just Like You, we get perspectives and advice from two extremely busy moms. I’ve met lots of moms who are just like them: Half of their daily to-do list is filled with the things that her husband and kids need, while the other half consists of things that she needs to complete within 24 hours. With that in mind, we can only imagine how crazy life is for author Vickie Farris, as she tackles being a writer and homeschooling her ten kids. To follow that thought, in the chapter titled, Dispelling the Myth of Supermom, when a store checker told Vickie, “I don’t know how you do it. I only have two children and they drive me crazy! You must be the most patient, organized woman in the world.” And Vickie simply answered with, “It’s not not that I’m all that patient or organized. It’s pretty much just the grace of God that gets me through.”

To finish this out, I know it wouldn’t be right to put together a Mother’s Day post without celebrating my amazing mom. She is a ranch wife, so when my siblings and I were still in school, she was always trying to balance the constant stress of ranch life with our school activities. She rarely missed a game or performance (unless we were in calving season!), and that meant so much to me. But what I am most grateful for is, even though she knew I was planning on leaving home right after graduation, she always checked to see if I knew where I was going and how I was going to get there. My mom Vicki, is my great example on how to live an amazing life for others. I know she isn’t perfect, but I wouldn’t ask for anyone else. So come on down to the Cross Reference Library and check out these amazing books. And don’t forget to tell your mom that you love her.

—Happy Mother’s Day from Cross Reference Library!

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Beyond the Farthest Star - Adam Wells knows this move to small-town Leonard, Texas, is his last chance. How has he gone from the “Miracle Preacher Boy,” who shook hands with the American president, to two failed pastorates, all because of his daughter? Maurene, Adam’s weary, peace-keeping wife, aches for a second child, believing a baby will ease her husband’s bitterness. Can she dispel the secret hanging over her family like a choking cloud? Sixteen-year-old Anne feels hopeless and trapped after the third move in less than five years. She longs for the days when she knew what…or who…was beyond the farthest star. When had she lost her faith? And can Stephen, the confident cowboy who sees her scars, help her find it again? 

If I Were You - 1950: In the wake of war, Audrey Clarkson leaves her manor house in England for a fresh start in America with her young son. As a widowed war bride, Audrey needs the support of her American in-laws, whom she has never met. But she arrives to find that her longtime friend Eve Dawson has been impersonating her for the past four years. Unraveling this deception will force Audrey and Eve’s secrets—and the complicated history of their friendship—to the surface.    

1940: Eve and Audrey have been as different as two friends can be since the day they met at Wellingford Hall, where Eve’s mother served as a lady’s maid for Audrey’s mother. As young women, those differences force them apart until the threat of Nazi invasion and war bring them back together. An American stationed in England brings a chance at love for Audrey, and the collapse of the class system gives Eve hope for a future with Audrey’s brother. But in the wake of devastating loss, both women must make life-altering decisions that will set in motion a web of lies and push them both to the breaking point.                                                                                                                                      

Traces of Guilt - Evie Blackwell loves her life as an Illinois State Police detective…mostly. She’s very skilled at investigations and has steadily moved up through the ranks. She would like to find Mr. Right, but she has a hard time imagining how marriage could work, considering the demands of her job. Gabriel Thane grew up in Carin County and is now its sheriff, a job he loves. Gabe is committed to upholding the law and cares deeply for the residents he’s sworn to protect. He too would like to find a lifetime companion, a marriage like his parents have…When Evie arrives in Carin, Illinois, it’s to help launch a new task force focused on unsolved crimes across the state. She will work with the sheriff’s department on a couple of its most troubling missing-persons cases. As she studies old evidence to pull out a few tenuous new leads, she unearths surprising connections. One way or another, she knows Gabriel Thane and his family will be key to the answers she seeks.

What's New at Cross Reference Library? What's Next?

Meet Generation Z - Move over Boomers, Xers, and Millennials; there’s a new generation—making up more than 25% of the US population—on the scene that represents a seismic cultural shift. Born approximately between 1993 and 2012, Generation Z is poised to challenge every church to rethink its role in light of a rapidly changing culture. From the award-winning author of The Rise of the Nones comes this enlightening introduction to the youngest generation. James Emery White explains who this generation is, how it came to be, and the impact it is likely to have on the nation and the faith. Then he reintroduces us to the ancient countercultural model of the early church, arguing that this is the model Christian leaders must adopt and adapt if we are to reach members of Generation Z with the gospel. He helps us rethink our old evangelistic and apologetic methods, cultivate a culture of invitation, and communicate with this connected generation right where they are. 

Raising Them Ready - As parents, we either raise kids who are dependent on us or we raise kids who grow into confident and capable adults. It all comes down to helping them develop their mindsets, skill sets, and toolsets. In Raising Them Ready, seasoned parents and bestselling authors Jonathan and Erica Catherman share practical ways to prepare your kids for life on their own. They help you see how your kids view everyday demands of life as either threats to survive or challenges to thrive, then offer age-and ability-appropriate guidance on the real-world skills kids ages 2 to 22 need before flying solo. With the tools and wisdom found in this essential parenting resource, you will be able to stop worrying if your kids will make it on their own and start celebrating the phases and adventures of letting go as they mature into confident and capable young adults, ready to launch. 

Living Slower - In our increasingly complex and chaotic world, do you yearn to live a little slower? A little simpler? Do you long to feel more connected to your home, your family, your friends? Do you wish you had time, energy, and money to spare for what matters most in life? You’re not alone. Popular lifestyle blogger Merissa A. Alink has discovered the joy and freedom of living a slower, simpler life, and she wants to share the secrets with you. In the pages of this book, you’ll learn how living slower enables you to: 

• Declutter your home and mind

• Eat healthier, home-cooked meals

• Develop stronger relationships

• Save Money

• Reduce Screen Time

• Prioritize togetherness

• Seek God

• Embrace rest

• And more

If you are tired of feeling anxious, frenzied, or disconnected from the natural rhythms of life, join Merissa on the journey toward a life more in line with your values and dreams.