Most Popular Books by Max Lucado

The wood. The thorns. The nails. Christ''s sacrifice has defined the very essence of mankind''s faith for the past 2000 years. And now, Max Lucado invites you to examine the cross, contemplate its purpose, and celebrate its significance with He Chose the Nails. With his warm, caring style, Max examines the symbols surrounding Christ''s crucifixion, revealing the claims of the cross and asserting that if they are true, then Christianity itself is true. The supporting evidence either makes the cross the single biggest hoax of all time, or the hope of all humanity

Common people ... Story after story marked by scandal, stumble, and intrigue. Who are these people? They''re the people of the Bible. And they''re us. We find our stories in theirs. We find our hope where they found theirs. In the hands of an uncommon God. In the midst of them all ... hovering over them all ... is the hero of it all: God. Maker. Shaper. Rescuer of sinking hearts. God. Passing out high callings, second chances, and moral compasses to all comers and takers. In this gathering of inspiring stories from his numbers best-selling books, master storyteller Max Lucado revisits some of his favorite biblical characters -- all of whom were very human and imperfect, just like us. If God can find a place for them ... He might just have a place for us too.

Recalls biblical accounts of how Jesus helped people in various types of trouble, and uses modern instances of parallel situations to show how this continues to occur.

Punchinello''s opinion of himself changes after talking to his creator.

Join bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado as he brings to life the most important event in history: when God Came Near. It all happened in a moment--a most remarkable moment: God came near. He came not as a flash of light or as an unapproachable conqueror, but as One whose first cries were heard by a peasant girl and a sleepy carpenter. The hands that held him were not manicured, but callused and dirty. No silk. No ivory. No hype. No party. No hoopla. God came near, just for you. In God Came Near, Max reminds us that just because we want a calm life doesn''t mean we''ll have one. The minute you sink down in the easy chair of life, heaven pushes the remote and changes the channel: The financial aid office says "no." A doctor says "pregnant." The boss says "transfer." The test grade reads "F." The auto mechanic says "totaled." Despite the challenges we face on earth, the Bible gives us a chance to be eyewitnesses of Jesus'' majesty. We can take on our problems, we can have a fresh start tomorrow, and we can rest assured in the safety of God''s embrace. Christ entered our world, and, as a result, we can enter his. God Came Near invites you to travel back in time and celebrate Christ the Son of God as he became man. When you catch a vision of this incredible moment, let it mark the beginning of a new perspective, a new life, and a new appreciation for Jesus. Because when you see the truth of his life, it will change yours forever.

God does what it takes to get our attention. How far do you want him to go to get yours? What if God moved you to another land? (As He did Abraham.) What if He called you out of retirement? (Remember Moses?) These stories of the relentless pursuit of God assure us of his strength and remind us of his kindness.

Let God help you win the war on worry and receive the lasting peace of Christ so you can experience freedom and joy. Does the uncertainty and chaos of life keep you up at night? Is irrational anxiety your constant companion? We all experience anxiety, but we don''t have to let worry and fear control our lives. In Anxious for Nothing, from New York Times bestselling author, Max Lucado, provides you with a roadmap for coping with and healing from anxiety. Complete with Lucado''s signature storytelling and relatable anecdotes, this book invites you to study Philippians 4:6-7—the most highlighted passage of the Bible and any book on the planet according to Amazon. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” In Anxious for Nothing you will experience CALM as Max encourages you to: Celebrate God''s goodness Ask God for help Leave your concerns with God Meditate on good things Stop letting anxiety rule the day. Join Max on the journey to true freedom and experience more peace, joy, clarity, physical renewal, and contentment by the power of the Holy Spirit. Look for additional inspirational books and audio products from Max: He Gets Us Calm Moments for Anxious Days Help Is Here

The heart of Jesus is sacred, and the lessons and examples it provides to us are paramount in our daily mission to follow in His footsteps. Max Lucado poses the question "what if, for one day and night, your heart was replaced by the heart of Christ?" That thought-provoking question leads to many personal revelations demonstrating that we can recast our hearts to be more like that of Jesus, and the blessings created by the transformation will unleash ripples to the widest edges of our lives and those around us.

Building on stories and illustrations from the book He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado, this 64-page evangelistic book leads readers through God''s plan of salvation and offers an invitation to accept Christ. It''s the perfect way to introduce the gospel to friends and acquaintances.

INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHTS FOR EACH DAY OF THE YEAR.

Lucado discusses the burden-bearing in the light of Psalm 23.

This fifth installment of the inviting collection of little books brings 365 reflections on individual Scriptures into J. Countryman''s Minute Meditation series, featuring full-color design throughout and Lucado''s signature affirmations from cover to cover.

He Chose You is a personal message to tweens of God''s unconditional love for them. His perfect understanding of the needs of tweens today is shown in each detail revealed to us when Christ''s chose to die on the cross for all. Illustrating his points with stories today''s tweens will be able to apply to their lives, Lucado reveals to tweens the gifts of the cross.

Spend a year reading the Bible with Max Lucado! In this Bible, Max Lucado will guide you through the Scripture day-by-day, with daily readings from the Old and New Testaments, Psalms, and Proverbs, plus a devotional insight.

Encounter a Deeper Experience of the Person and Character of Jesus—All Year Long *This 52-week study on the person of Jesus Christ is designed so that you can start it at any point in the year. Although the details of Jesus''s life may be familiar to you from the gospel accounts, can you consider him a companion? A dear friend? A brother? Do his habits rub off on you because of how much time you spend with him? Experiencing the Heart of Jesus for 52 Weeks is about walking with Jesus so closely that we become like him, that we begin to imitate him day in, day out. This is, after all, the core of what it really means to be a Christian—an imitator of Christ. This study includes: Explorations of 11 characteristics of Jesus. Prayers and memory verses to help you draw closer to Jesus throughout the week. "The Heart of the Matter" sections provide key takeaways of each unit. Questions for personal or group study. "The Heart of Jesus" sections intended to lead to deeper reflection. Based on Experiencing the Heart of Jesus and Experiencing the Words of Jesus, two bestselling books by Max Lucado, this unique Bible study helps you build a deeper relationship with your Savior. Over the course of a year, you’ll step into Jesus''s presence and experience his grace, forgiveness, power, love, and prayer.

Uses biblical references from the Book of John to encourage readers in their life of faith. Features twelve lessons that include questions, stories, reflections, and space for journaling.

Renewing your mind will lead to a transformed life. Have you been feeling weighed down by worry? Or caught up in a web of self-critical thoughts? The good news is that with God''s help, you can learn to renew your mind, break free from negative patterns, and become a little more like Jesus every day. This six-session Bible study explores three scripture-based tools for managing your thoughts: Practice Picky Thinking: Monitor the airspace of your thoughts and don''t allow the destructive ones to land. Identify UFOs: Scan for any untruths that are creating false narratives that are leading to overreactions. Uproot and Replant: Don''t let the ugly weeds of Satan''s lies grow. Pull them up by the roots and replace them with God''s truth. These three tools will help you take every thought captive and test the messages that replay in your mind against the truth of God''s Word. You will also learn to overcome common thought traps like anxiety, guilt, rejection, dissatisfaction, and more. No matter who you are or where you come from, progress is possible. This study guide includes: Individual access to six streaming video sessions Video notes and a comprehensive structure for group discussion time Personal study for deeper reflection between sessions A guide to best practices for leading a group Streaming video access included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2030. 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. Eligible only on retail purchases inside the United States. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.

Weary travelers. You''ve seen them-everything they own crammed into their luggage. Staggering through terminals and hotel lobbies with overstuffed suitcases, trunks, duffels, and backpacks. Backs ache. Feet burn. Eyelids droop. We''ve all seen people like that. At times, we are people like that-if not with our physical luggage, then at least with our spiritual load. We all lug loads we were never intended to carry. Fear. Worry. Discontent. No wonder we get so weary. We''re worn out from carrying that excess baggage. Wouldn''t it be nice to lose some of those bags? That''s the invitation of Max Lucado. With the Twenty-third Psalm as our guide, let''s release some of the burdens we were never intended to bear.

You can tell a lot about a person by the way he dies. In the last week of his life, Jesus deliberately sets his face toward Jerusalem—and certain death. This is no ordinary week. Even the angels are silent as they ponder the final days of Jesus Christ. This is no ordinary walk. Jesus doesn''t chatter. He doesn''t pause. He is on his final journey. He walks determinedly to the holy city, angrily into the temple, wearily into Gethsemane, painfully up the Via Dolorosa. And powerfully out of the vacated tomb. Master storyteller and best-selling author Max Lucado invites you: "Let''s follow Jesus on his final journey. For by observing his, we may learn how to make ours. And discover what matters to God."