Best Selling Books by Stephen Arterburn

Do you struggle with addictions or dependencies, or do you want to help someone who does? From the authors of the popular Life Recovery series that has guided millions of readers back to health and wholeness, now comes the ultimate recovery book—written from a Christian perspective. As authors and counselors, Stephen Arterburn and David Stoop walk readers through the Twelve Steps of recovery. They share real-life personal stories from survivors as well as Biblical stories and verses to support readers in their journey. Whether using the book alone, or as a companion to the popular Life Recovery Bible, this is an essential resource for anyone wanting to walk closer with God through recovery, as well as for their counselors, pastors, and loved ones. Republished as Life Recovery Journey.

A parental plan for guiding today''s youth through temptations.

When religion becomes a means to avoid or control life, it becomes toxic. "Toxic Faith" shows how unbalanced ministries and misguided churches and leaders can lead followers away from God into a desolate experience of religion. Now Arterburn wants to bring readers back to the real thing.

Anger creates difficulties in relationships, feeds bitterness, and allows shame to dominate lives. Readers of this devotional need help with anger—their own or that of someone they care about. Stephen Arterburn and the counselors at New Life Ministries want to help readers understand and learn to control what drives the powerful emotion of anger as well as its effects. Targeted daily devotions help readers explore sources of anger; surrender attitudes, temper, and emotions to God; and begin to experience life where peace rules. 100 Days to Freedom from Anger is designed to help the reader journey to freedom from anger and the control it has over life, making lasting changes to better reflect the nature of God, who is slow to anger, filled with unfailing love, and forgiving. 100 Days to Freedom from Anger is the latest in the New Life Freedom series by best-selling author Stephen Arterburn. About the Series: Learn how to get over and move beyond emotions that can diminish us and keep us from all that God has for us. Each of the 100 devotions highlights a key scripture verse focusing on the helpful insights that Stephen Arterburn, CEO of New Life Ministries, shares from his decades-long experience in counseling. Pithy quotes add insight to the day''s topic, along with additional scriptures for those readers wishing for a deeper understanding. Each of the 100 devotions concludes with a prayer. Color interiors on each page are laid out in a pleasant, easy-to-read format.

Wholeness and Healing for Women Caught in the Crossfire. As the wife of a man who is addicted to lust, pornography, or masturbation, you are not alone. Millions of men can''t get through the day or the week without clicking on to their favorite Internet porn sites, thumbing through adult magazines, or watching sensual videos-and millions of wives suffer as a result. Over the past decade, nearly 400,000 men have found inspiration and hope in "Every Man''s Battle, the best-selling men''s guide to victory over sexual sin. Now, here at last is the book for every woman who has become a casualty in the fight for sexual purity. "Every Heart Restored offers godly guidance and wisdom for a woman facing such personal betrayal. "WHAT DOES GOD EXPECT FROM ME?" "HOW CAN I TRUST AGAIN?" "IS IT POSSIBLE TO OVERCOME PAIN AND UNFORGIVENESS?" "CAN MY MARRIAGE BE REBUILT?" "WHAT IF I JUST WANT "OUT?" Filled with stories from wives and husbands at every stage in the struggle for sexual purity, "Every Heart Restored addresses the questions and real-life issues that matter to you most. Whether you are facing the startling new revelation of your husband''s sin, dealing with a long-term problem, or cleaning out an old wound, "Every Heart Restored will meet you where you are and guide you to healing greater than you imagine possible. Also available: "Every Heart Restored Workbook

This book is for anyone who thought they were good friends with someone, only to be yelled at unexpectedly, for anyone who has a coworker who twists others’ words, or for anyone who has a spouse who is violent and accusatory. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental illness that can make loved ones feel as if it is their fault. Stephen Arterburn and Dr. Robert Wise wants readers to know it’s not their fault and there is hope. In this book, they offer readers advice on how to relate to people with BPD at home, work, and church. Readers don’t need to feel alone any longer. Help is on the way.

Set Your Husband’s Heart Ablaze Are you a “desperate housewife,” committed to marriage yet longing for a deeper, more intimate connection with your husband? Believe it or not, youcanhave the marriage you long for–if you’re willing to take desperate measures. If you’re ready to stop the blame game and pursue the marriage of your dreams, let authors Shannon and Greg Ethridge show you how to reignite your relationship with spiritual, emotional, and physical passion. Drawing on real-life stories from both men and women, as well as lessons from their own less-than-satisfying early years of marriage, they offer penetrating insights about what it takes to nurture a dynamic marriage, including… ·what makes a husband’s heart grow cold–and how you can fan the embers into flame ·the difference between being “right” and being “righteous” ·how to fight fair ·how to guard your heart against unhealthy comparisons ·the dynamic power of getting spiritually and emotionally naked ·what your husband really wants most (It’s not what you think!) Every Woman’s Marriagewill give you practical tools and wise biblical counsel for transforming a listless marriage into a vibrant, exciting relationship. Get ready to set your husband’s heart ablaze!

Experience the healing and freedom only God can provide. Inspired by the best-selling Life Recovery Bible, The Life Recovery Journal provides users with a vehicle for sorting through, internalizing, and documenting their journey toward addiction recovery via 52 guided entries, based on the Twelve Steps. The journal offers readers two different approaches to the material (seasonal and monthly), both of which are complemented by the following: Introductory readings based on information found in the Life Recovery Bible and workbook Specially-selected Scripture verses Questions for personal reflection Sidebar prompts Prayer starters to help you connect more deeply with God The Life Recovery Journal asks open-ended, thought-provoking questions to encourage introspective responses that lead to spiritual growth. It encourages the active integration of the Bible and the Twelve Steps into daily life. It provides helpful writing prompts to encourage deeper thinking. The open format provides participants with plenty of journaling space, as well as room for notes and Bible references. Find the help and hope you need in God''s Word.

More than ever, families are finding themselves torn apart by crises that threaten the well-being of their children. This new release offers clear insight into the traps that lure young people and practical advice for parents. Each chapter tells how to rescue and/or prevent adolescents from becoming statistics of drugs, eating disorders, pornography, and AIDS.

Ethridge equips parents to have effective discussions with their preteen and early adolescent daughters about God''s standards for sexuality, purity, and dating. (Relationships)

Find freedom in God''s Word. Discover freedom and hope in God''s Word with Tyndale''s Life Recovery Bible, the #1-selling recovery Bible with over 3 million copies in print. This powerful Bible for addiction emphasizes God as the ultimate source of recovery and offers essential tools and features to break people free from the grip of addiction. It is widely embraced in 12 Step recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous, correctional facilities, and by individuals seeking help taking their life back from destructive behaviors and substances. In this Second Edition of The Life Recovery Bible, you''ll find updated articles on addiction recovery, along with a step-by-step life recovery meeting guide for leaders. This NLT Bible is a must-have resource for anyone starting or leading recovery groups in churches or communities. Seamlessly compatible with the original version, users of both editions can easily communicate and access shared notes and features. Special features of this addiction recovery Bible include: 12-step devotionals Life Recovery Facilitator''s Guide Step-by-Step Life Recovery Meeting Guide Article: Thriving in a Secular Recovery Group Article: Life-Giving Recovery Groups in the Church Resources page, directing readers to helpful books and online resources The 12 Christian Foundations of Life Recovery The 12 Self-Evident Truths of Life Recovery Article: A Word about Addictions Article: An Early History of Life Recovery Portable trim size measures 6.5 x 9.188 inches Easy-to-read 9-point font Give the gift of healing and transformation with The Life Recovery Bible - a meaningful and impactful choice for loved ones on their journey to addiction recovery.

When approached by the father who abandoned him and his mother years earlier, Noah discovers that forgiveness comes at a price and, in the meantime, he struggles to figure out how to deal with Paige''s crush on him.

Flashpoints: Igniting the hidden passions of your soul.

Display H. Norman Wright''s newest parenting book, Raising Kids to Love Jesus, alongside seven other classic Christian parenting books in your store. Using the biblical theme, "Train Up a Child in the Way He Should Go", this end cap is sure to tap into parents'' desire to take a proactive role in raising their children.

Psychologists call sex addiction the disease of the ''90s. It takes many forms, but usually those who suffer from it need ever greater doses of sex and romance just to keep going. Steve Arterburn describes the disease and recommends actions to take if a friend or relative is possibly suffering from it.

Most weight-loss plans will help you drop a few pounds, but for how long? You deserve better. You deserve Lose It For Life, a uniquely balanced program that deals with the physical, emotional and even spiritual elements that lead to permanent weight loss.