Matters of the Heart
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Bestselling author Michelle McKinney Hammond encourages women to look beyond their daily activities and accomplishments to find true and lasting happiness by focusing on God's priorities. Delving into the life of the Shunammite woman (2 Kings 4), Michelle reveals a compelling story of deep longing, miraculous fulfillment, fading dreams, and the realization that God's provision never fails. In this thoughtful and enlightening book, readers will discover how to... live in joy while waiting for desires to come true surrender their longings to God's will and timing keep their faith strong in times of loss rest in the restorative power of worship create a vibrant relationship with God that never wanes This engaging look at the life of the Shunammite woman offers women a refreshing opportunity to realize the happiness God has planned for them.
Mistakes. Regrets. Love lost. Dreams delayed. Acknowledging everyone experiences disappointment, bestselling author Michelle McKinney Hammond explores the biblical "woman at the well" story to reveal the mercy and relief available through Jesus. Michelle explores this woman's life-changing encounter with Jesus to encourage readers to find the hope and blessings God offers during and after troubling times. Women will discover that...disappointments make it easy to miss blessings; opening their hearts to Jesus allows them to see overlooked truths; God's love helps them face hurts and forgive when necessary; releasing what they want and choosing God's way opens a new path of hope; and transformation brings pleasure to them and to God. Study questions and affirmations give readers opportunities to assess where they're at and, when needed, make adjustments to attain the authentic joy and freedom of living in God's will.