No one wants to endure heartache or suffering. No one would voluntarily choose to lose a job or a home, to experience the breakdown of a cherished relationship, to vicariously suffer through a child's anguish and heartbreak, to lose one's health. Yet it is often through difficult circumstances such as these that God stretches us-and even blesses us-the most. Some Strength Only Comes Through Struggle. Ironically, our most significant growth occurs not during times of good fortune, but during periods of trauma. God does not want all our doors to be open. His compassionate intention is that we...

Miracles Do Happen. Have you ever experienced a miracle? Many people who have don't even realize it. Others are simply waiting for their chance to see evidence of God and His angels at work. Whichever category you fall into, you'll be amazed-and transformed-by this eye-opening collection of stories spotlighting God's bold, providential intervention in human lives-just like yours. Miraculous Guidance. Timely Provision. Mysterious Interventions. Prepare to Believe. Scripture assures us that God is active in each person's life. All too often, however, we find ourselves doubting this vital truth...

Heart to Heart Stories for Dads is a timeless collection of memorable tales that show, rather than just tell, what fatherhood is all about. They are stories of unconditional love, of dependability, of strength, and of character--stories that will cause you to reflect about what it is that makes the love of a father so important. Fathers have the ability to bless every relationship their child will have in life, and it is more critical than ever that men take their responsibility of fatherhood seriously. These stories reveal the many faces of fatherhood, the qualities a father should...

This volume in Joe Wheeler's delightful Heart to Heart series includes twenty-two moving stories about and for grandparents. With pieces from beloved writers like Bill Gaither and Pearl S. Buck, this book explores the unique emotional connection between a grandparent and grandchild that no one can truly explain. A wonderful reminder of the important role that grandparents play, this collection is a perfect gift for a special grandparent--or a gift to yourself.

Author Joe Wheeler is now known to many holiday readers-and his ardent and loyal fans-as "Father Christmas." Dr. Wheeler is content to be "one who loves old-timey stories-not just any stories, but the ones that tug at your heartstrings and make you cry." Now all of his original Christmas stories are available in one beautifully decorated volume, complete with descriptions of how he came to write each one. Ranging from historical, contemporary, suspenseful, and even romantic, these stories encourage readers to savor and reflect upon the Christmas season and all that it means.