Shemoth (Exodus) 23:20

You know you want to be healthier and lose weight. And you know that prayer works. You're just not sure how to bring these two things together. If you desire to lose weight by relying on the power of prayer, this devotional is for you. I'm so glad that you have decided to join us for this sample of the Praying for Your Health Challenge.

Transformation rarely happens overnight. In Gradually Then Suddenly, Mark Batterson shows how small steps of obedience lead to big breakthroughs—the gradual work of God that becomes a sudden move of His power.

Like Joshua and the Israelites, we who were slaves brought treasure out of our slavery. The question is: are we going to use that wealth for God’s glory and thrive in the wilderness? Or are we going to fashion an idol out of it and worship what once held us captive? This heavy-duty stand-alone plan is also part 2 of a 10 part series.

These devotionals offer encouragement when life conspires to make you anxious and fearful. They illuminate the path to overcoming fear with unwavering faith and reliance on God's strength. It is possible to find peace in the midst of turmoil. These reflections will help any believer find the courage that faith can bring. They were written by the great preacher C.H. Spurgeon, and updated to modern English.