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Overcoming Bitterness: Moving from Life’s Greatest Hurts to a Life Filled with Joy

Donn R Arms — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:04:38 +0000

Bitterness is a destructive poison, yet we all struggle with it sometimes due to circumstances our sovereign God has allowed. In a world full of struggle, we must take care that difficult circumstances do not feed a bitter spirit within us. In this honest and hopeful book, pastor and counselor Stephen Viars shows you how ...

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Marry Wisely, Marry Well

Donn R Arms — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 20:45:42 +0000

Does marriage matter anymore? If so, is it even possible to have a stable marriage? How do you choose the right one? Is there anything to work on now, even before being in a relationship? Marry Wisely, Marry Well teaches you how to start building your future marriage house even before you begin a relationship. ...

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The Excellent Wife

Donn R Arms — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 20:37:54 +0000

Here is a scripturally based blueprint for the woman who really wants to be the wife God intended her to be. This book is based on Proverbs 31:10: An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels. Thousands of women have already discovered the worth of this volume and testify to ...

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Temptation: Applying Radical Amputation to Life’s Sinful Patterns

Donn R Arms — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 21:37:16 +0000

Christians are commanded to grow. Once we are saved, spiritual fruit should be a natural byproduct. If the fruit isn't there, the growth we are supposed to display is not happening. Yet many Christians find it difficult to bear fruit because their branches are weak -- the old patterns of sin and bad habits creep ...

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Problems: Solving Them God’s Way

Donn R Arms — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 21:34:21 +0000

Problems usually mean trouble. Yes. That’s the way it is, and has been, ever since Adam and Eve wrongly handled a question someone raised about God’s Word and his intentions. That was the world’s first problem―how should we believe and act upon this new thought that has been introduced into our minds? Should we obey ...

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Godliness Through Discipline

Donn R Arms — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 21:30:41 +0000

Here is a practical booklet for anyone who wants to become a more godly person. Jay Adams shows clearly that, while there is no such thing as instant godliness, genuine and lasting holiness is indeed possible. Beginning with Paul's instruction in 1 Timothy 4:7, "you must discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness," Adams explains ...

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Christ and Your Problems

Donn R Arms — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 21:27:21 +0000

When we face problems, we often abandon our responsibility to live like a Christian on the grounds that our problem is unique. But is it? Does God ever allow a Christian to face a test that is utterly unique? Even if he does, would that be an adequate excuse? In an unmistakably clear reply, the ...

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