Mark Batterson

Is your life limited by labels the world and other people have used to define you? Labels you have internalized and apply to yourself every day. Labels like Afraid. Or Addict. Orphan. Damaged Goods. Failure. Maybe even Religious. These labels might be sewn into your life with such tight little stitches that they feel like a part of you. They feel like they define you. But that’s a lie. If you let Him, Jesus can remove those old labels and tattoo new ones onto your soul. Then you’ll begin to see yourself as God the Father sees you. The limits will be lifted, and your life will be transformed. It’s the truth. Join Pastor Derwin Gray on a fascinating journey into what can happen when you offer your head, your heart, and your hands to the only one who can offer you truly limitless life.

The New York Times bestselling author of Win the Day reminds us of the millions of miracles God performs every day and inspires us to live with a clearer sense of identity and purpose. Think you've never experienced a miracle? With all due respect, you have never not. In fact, you are one There never has been--and there never will be--anyone else like you. That isn't a testament to you. It's a testament to the God who created you. Your fingerprint, eyeprint, and voiceprint are unlike anyone else's. Simply put, you matter to God. Most of us take everyday miracles for granted, including the one that stares back at us in the mirror. It's time to take them for gratitude. Why is that so important? Because whatever you don't turn into praise turns into pride. The miracle of life becomes mundane. We get so wrapped up in our own little world, we end up worshipping a god who looks like us, acts like us, and thinks like us. It's no wonder we've lost our wonder. But there is a way to recapture holy curiosity In A Million Little Miracles, New York Times bestselling author Mark Batterson reveals three miraculous truths that awaken us to the Creator and His creation: 1. God is bigger than we think--we can rest in His wisdom and strength 2. God is closer than we realize--we never have to do life alone 3. God is better than we imagine--we can reclaim childlike wonder A million little miracles are waiting to be discovered, including the miracle called you.

The New York Times bestselling author of Win the Day reminds us of the millions of miracles God performs every day and inspires us to live with a clearer sense of identity and purpose.Think you've never experienced a miracle? With all due respect, you have never not. In fact, you are one There never has been--and there never will be--anyone else like you. That isn't a testament to you. It's a testament to the God who created you. Your fingerprint, eyeprint, and voiceprint are unlike anyone else's. Simply put, you matter to God. Most of us take everyday miracles for granted, including the one that stares back at us in the mirror. It's time to take them for gratitude. Why is that so important? Because whatever you don't turn into praise turns into pride. The miracle of life becomes mundane. We get so wrapped up in our own little world, we end up worshipping a god who looks like us, acts like us, and thinks like us. It's no wonder we've lost our wonder. But there is a way to recapture holy curiosity In A Million Little Miracles, New York Times bestselling author Mark Batterson reveals three miraculous truths that awaken us to carpe wonder for the Creator and His creation: 1. God Is Bigger Than We Think--we can rest in His wisdom and strength2. God Is Closer Than We Realize--we never have to do life alone3. God Is Better Than We Imagine--we can reclaim our childlike wonder A million little miracles are waiting to be discovered, including the miracle called you.

In this companion study guide to Mark Batterson's A Million Little Miracles, the New York Times bestselling author of Win the Day helps us take note of the many ways God is constantly moving in our midst, revealing his greatness, and reminding us of his goodness. Never experienced a miracle? You have never not. In fact, you are one You have never gone a day without a miracle, and you never will. Are you taking miracles for granted, or are you taking them for gratitude? The answer to that question is the difference between the mundane and the miraculous. In A Million Little Miracles Study Guide, New York Times bestselling author Mark Batterson helps awaken you to life's everyday miracles, and more importantly, the God of miracles. You'll rediscover the God who is bigger than big, closer than close, and gooder than good. You can explore the big ideas of each chapter through a four-step process: 1. Start with a Miracle--focus on how the miraculous points us to God2. Study the Words--dig deeper into the core themes of each chapter3. Study God's Word--unpack key ideas through related verses and questions 4. Carpe Wonder--recapture childlike wonder and apply the content to your everyday life Ideal for small groups or personal study, this nine-session participant guide based on Mark Batterson's book will cultivate a holy curiosity for the millions of little miracles hiding in plain sight.

"Life's not fair!" You've heard it a million times--and probably said it yourself. But what if your greatest difficulties were steppingstones to a greater destiny? What if seasons of unbearable pain turned out to be pathways to unbelievable purpose?In The Unfair Advantage, pastor Aaron Burke takes a closer look at the seven unfair seasons Joseph endures in the book of Genesis and reveals how Joseph's struggles are not unlike the battles readers face today.Combining biblical truths with Pastor Aaron's insights from his years of walking with people through their biggest challenges, this book offers a message of hope and renewed strength for anyone who has battled seasons of feeling discouraged, rejected, undervalued, tempted, unfairly punished, deprived, or forgotten. The surprising reality revealed by the story of Joseph is that unfair moments and seasons of difficulty--if handled wisely--can actually be used by God for our advantage.Readers will be comforted and inspired as they encounter in a new way the dramatic story of Joseph's trials and ultimate triumph. Along the way, they'll learn how totransform adversity into advantage,endure even the most challenging moments through courage and hope rooted in faith,become aware of God's presence, peace, and promise in the midst of hardship. In The Unfair Advantage, readers who are walking through a season that seems unfair will be reminded of God's ultimate gift of favor. While their situation may seem hopeless now, they can trust that God is forging something beautiful out of the brokenness, putting purpose to their pain, righting every wrong, and building a destiny better than their greatest dreams.

The old axiom is true: people don't care how much you know until they know how much you care. We find ourselves in a cultural moment where people simply want to feel seen, heard, and loved. The good news? A little kindness goes a long way. It's time for this overlooked and underappreciated fruit of the Spirit to get its due.Ready or not, be kind. - From the Preface

Strengthen your spiritual, mental, and emotional health and reach your most audacious goals with three simple but power-packed words--from the New York Times bestselling author of Win the Day. The best predictor of success in life, in love, and in leadership is your proficiency at please, sorry, and thanks. Those three words are the foundation of all healthy relationships and successful careers. Those three words are the only ceiling on achieving your dreams. Those three words will determine how happy you are. With his trademark blend of personal stories, scientific and historical references, and biblical insight, Pastor Mark Batterson shows how you can change your world with your words: A timely please can help you unlock the rule of reciprocity for greater results, discover the power of "we is greater than me," and honor others above yourself.A sincere sorry can lead you to mend broken relationships, strengthen connections through being radically vulnerable, and better understand the degrees of forgiveness.A heartfelt thanks paves the way toward a resilient mindset of gratitude and an expectancy to see God move on your behalf.Whether you're launching out into a new phase of life or navigating long-established complexities, it's time to harness the power of those three transformative words and let them propel you wherever God leads you to go.

This delightful picture book from bestselling author Mark Batterson and his daughter encourages young children to make the most of each day--even when they encounter frustrations along the way. Bert's day starts with stubbing his toe on a toy. Ouch His favorite shirt is in the wash, so he has to wear his second favorite. Ugh. Then his dog chews up his sneakers. And to make this Saturday even worse, Bert has to go to work with his dad all day. Bert is sure this is the WORST DAY EVER Then it starts raining as he and his dad take a quick walk. But his dad shows him that, while he can't control what happens to him, Bert can control how he responds. Every day is a gift, and a bad day doesn't have to end that way. Whether rain or shine, his dad assures him, Bert can always WIN THE DAY This charming collaboration between bestselling author Mark Batterson and his daughter, Summer Batterson Dailey, brings home for young readers the truth that they can take charge of their big emotions.

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt Your imagination is the mental representation of the past, present, and future. It represents what was, what is, and what can still be. Think of it as your own personal multiverse allowing you to see endless "what if...?" possibilities. In this groundbreaking book, Paul Gustavson explores the powers of the imagination and how you can put it to greater use. Discover how your imagination gives sight to your hope, hindsight from your experiences, and insight into your opportunities. "IMAGINE is a must-have resource for anyone who wants to invent the future, make an impact, or experience something more." This book explores the 12 powers of your imagination and presents how the OODA loop can be used as a proven guidance system to leverage hope and spark the imagination. Here's the essence of this framework: - OBSERVE - What is the situation? What is going on?- ORIENT - What are the options? How is it impacting me?- DECIDE - What course of action is best? How can I adjust?- ACT - When should I make the move? IMAGINE takes you on a journey offering rich stories and the science behind how your brain and imagination are wired. Includes The Imagineer Assessment Tool and other resources. What Others Are Saying About IMAGINE "IMAGINE offers a fresh approach to leading from the inside out. Its combination of science and stories will spark new ideas - and open your eyes to the hidden possibilities around us."Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author ofThe Power of Regret, Drive, and To Sell Is Human"Einstein called Imagination "a preview of life's coming attractions." He went on to add that it's "more important than knowledge." This book is a fresh take on how to make better use of it. I highly recommend it."Dr. Daniel Amen, MDCEO and Founder, Amen Clinics, BrainMD, and the Change Your Brain, Change Your Life Foundation"IMAGINE offers a grand tour into the realm of imagination. Whether you're creating a vision for yourself or for your team, organization, family, community, or nation, let this invaluable resource be your guide."Dr. Gloria J. Burgess Author, Flawless Leadership, Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside, and Pass It On "Paul Gustavson uses the power of story to take us on a journey to recognize and grow in our imaginative abilities. He provides us with practical examples, tools, and exercises to cultivate the power of imagination that is within each one of us."Dave CornellSpeaker and Author, Cultivating Courage"Paul is a student of leadership and growing systems and people.In his newest book, this passion and commitment comes through with clarity and competence."Kary OberbrunnerWSJ & USA Today bestselling author, andCEO of Igniting Souls"IMAGINE captures the essence of what it takes to be future minded yet situationally aware of the present. Both are critical to how you live and how you lead."Mark BattersonNew York Times bestselling author, The Circle Maker

Känner du någonsin att det finns mer i bönens värld att upptäcka än vad du upplever i dag? Vågar du be Gud om de omöjliga drömmar som du har i hjärtat? Berättar du om dina största rädslor? Eller känner du att något håller dig tillbaka? Cirkelmakaren är en innehållsrik och upplyftande bok om bön som sålt i över en miljon exemplar. Många läsare säger att boken har revolutionerat deras böneliv och fördjupat deras tro. Batterson tar avstamp i legenden om cirkelmakaren Honi. När Honis land drabbades av torka gick han ut utanför stadsportarna och ritade en cirkel i sanden. Han klev in i cirkeln och sa till Gud att han inte tänkte lämna den förrän Gud svarat på hans bön om regn. Men inte vilket regn som helst. Det skulle vara ett stilla och livgivande regn. Honis berättelse inspirerade Batterson att ge sig hän i bön till Herren. I denna tankeväckande bok dokumenterar han sin personliga resa till ett djupare och frimodigare böneliv. Han delar med sig av lärdomar och insikter och ger råd och tips till sina läsare om hur de kan inbjuda Gud att verka genom konkreta böner till en god Gud som längtar efter att svara på bön och möta oss. Gud kan göra mycket mer än allt vi kan be om eller tänka oss, och i den här boken får du även läsa många inspirerande exempel på det. Gör dig redo för att uppleva nya genombrott med vetskapen om att djärva böner hedrar Gud och Gud hedrar djärva böner.Om författaren MARK BATTERSON tjänstgör som förstepastor i National Community Church (www.theaterchurch.com) som han grundade 1996 i Washington, och som numera är en av Amerikas mest innovativa och inflytelserika kyrkor. NCC är en kyrka med elva gudstjänster på olika ställen i biosalonger runt om i Washingtons storstadsregion. NCC äger och driver dessutom det största caféet på Capitol Hill, Ebenezer’s. Mark har doktorerat vid Regent University och många av hans böcker har hamnat på New York Times bästsäljarlista. På svenska finns sedan tidigare En stilla viskning. Mark är gift med Lora, och de bor på Capitol Hill med sina tre barn.

Unlock the power of twenty-four hours and tackle your God-sized goals with this step-by-step journal that guides readers through the seven life-changing habits at the core of Win the Day, from New York Times bestselling author Mark Batterson. Despite the prevalence of digital calendars, scheduling apps, and time-saving technology, a twenty-four-hour day can still often feel too short and chaotic to establish consistent daily habits or to tackle the goals that matter most. But good habits require practice, and the challenge can often be not knowing where to start. In Win the Day Journal, Batterson presents a much-needed jumpstart for going after the goals that have always felt impossible. With guided prompts and helpful exercises, he shares his seven key habits to winning each and every day. As you write and reflect your way through the pages, you will learn practical tips for reframing your past, harnessing your present, and facing your future with confidence. While "the win" may be defined differently for everyone, the secret to success rests in the answer to this simple question: Can you do it for a day?

The New York Times bestselling author of Win the Day challenges you to adopt seven powerful habits for thirty days and start your journey toward reaching your God-sized dreams. Close the gap between who you are and who you want to be. It's that simple. Pick one rhythm, faux pas, behavior, or problem. Apply the seven habits over thirty days and see your God-sized goals become a reality. In each daily challenge, Batterson leads readers through a personal, practical application of one of the seven life-changing habits: Flip the Script, Kiss the Wave, Eat the Frog, Fly the Kite, Cut the Rope, Wind the Clock, and Seed the Clouds. Let this be the boot camp you need to unleash the full power of twenty-four hours.

Through engaging rhyme, pastor and bestselling author Mark Batterson and his daughter encourage young children to discover the joys of both counting their blessings and being a blessing to others. If you'll open your eyes to the joys all around, / so many blessings wait to be found. As they absorb the truths woven into this picture book, even the youngest readers can learn to walk through the world with their eyes open for signs of God's love and blessing, from the smell of cookies baking in the oven to the fun of giggling with a favorite cousin. And as they make a practice of counting their blessings, two by two, children will also discover how being a blessing to others doubles their fun. This delightful picture book nurtures the habits of gratitude and kindness that make life more enjoyable for everyone.

Joy is everywhere in the book of Philippians. The emotion that Paul poured out in his letter to the church in Philippi shines through in every one of its 104 verses...and Paul wrote it as a prisoner chained to a Roman guard. What gives the Apostle Paul such resounding joy, even in the face of suffering and persecution? In this six-session study (streaming video included), bestselling author and pastor Mark Batterson serves as a tour guide on the letter to the Philippians; uncovering the major themes of joy, gratitude, unity, and purpose found in this inspiring letter.This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:The study guide itself—a 40 Day reading plan through Philippians with discussion and personal reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide.An individual access code to stream all six video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!).The heartbeat of Philippians is for believers to have a Jesus-centered vision of life: a radical vision that, when seen fully, enables us to embrace joy no matter the circumstances.40 Days Through the Book series:Each of the studies in this series, taught by a different pastor or Bible teacher on a specific book of the Bible, is designed to help you more actively engage with God's Word by understanding its background and culture and applying it in a fresh way to your life. Throughout each study, you'll be encouraged to read through the corresponding book in the New Testament at least once during the course of 40 days. Watch on any device!Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2027. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.