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The Place of Suffering

comfort and courage for the faith journey

Suffering.

 

We do all we can to avoid it. And when it does come, our body rebels, our mind refuses, and our schedule resists.

For we never know exactly the form it will take. It has 1,000 different faces, 10,000 different voices.

Peek into the lives of others who have wrestled in their place of suffering. Who have broadened their perspective and looked to the One who can turn ashes into beauty.

Be encouraged as light replaces darkness, as hope seeps into your spirit and comfort settles into your soul. Allow acceptance to enter, bringing courage for your faith journey.

This book is perfect as a gift or expanded greeting card for those suffering and in need of encouragement. Net proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to the support of orphans through GlobalFingerprints.

 

4.75 x 6.75 inch paperback, 40 pages full color. Paperback: $7.99. 
(Non-profit pricing: regular $6.00. Order through author for non-profit pricing.)

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Gift Books: Rising Higher Series

Finding Hope: a journey of faith through uncertain times
Never Alone: gentle reminders of God's presence and love
After Loss: courage and healing through God's grace
 
Net proceeds from the sale of this series will be donated to the support of orphans through GlobalFingerprints.
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© 2019 Rising Higher ~ Praise Song:
Words by Lynelle Watford;
Music by Michaela Smith & Kent Wade.
All Rights Reserved.

Read the story behind the book and the song

 

More books in the Rising Higher Series:

Never Alone: gentle reminders of
God's presence and love

After Loss: courage and healing through God's grace

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Finding Hope:

a journey of faith through uncertain times
a journey of faith through uncertain times

Are there clues that signal desperate times ahead?

 

Physical, relational, or financial concerns trouble you. But you can’t see what lies ahead. There may be a few bumps … or something far worse. 

 

When the future is uncertain, fears, discouragement, and lack of hope assault us. In Finding Hope: a journey of faith through uncertain times, author Lynelle Watford shares insights into how she navigates the unknown. 

 

Within these pages of captivating photos, spiritual insights, and Scriptures, you will be:

 

  • Challenged to choose an eternal perspective

  • Reminded of aspects of God’s amazing character

  • Encouraged to allow God’s promises to strengthen you

 

There is hope. Even when the future is obscure. Let Finding Hope: a journey of faith through uncertain times guide you.

 

This book is perfect as a gift or expanded greeting card for those facing the unknown. The first of three books in the Rising Higher Gift Book Series.

6 x 6 inch paperback, 40 pages full color. $7.99. 
See sample pages on Amazon's Look Inside feature.

Book cover Never Alone 3D showing back and front with bench in a sunlit park next to a lake

More books in the Rising Higher Series:

Finding Hope: a journey of faith through uncertain times

After Loss: courage and healing through God's grace

Never Alone

gentle reminders of God's presence and love

Do you feel alone? Vulnerable? Fearful?

Loss of relationships, the deterioration of our bodies, natural disasters, financial setbacks, crippling emotions—all tragedies we face.

The worst tragedy—losing God’s presence—never touches God’s child.

Because of who God is, His children are drawn to His presence, especially in difficult times. In Never Alone: gentle reminders of God’s presence and love, author Lynelle Watford shares her appreciation of God’s presence.

Within these pages of colorful photos, spiritual insights, and scriptures, you will be:

  • Encouraged to rest in God’s protection, peace, and hope

  • Reassured of God’s love through His commitment to you

  • Spurred to a greater trust in an unseen God

 

God is there. Even when you feel alone. Let Never Alone: gentle reminders of God’s presence and love encourage you.

This book is perfect as a gift or deluxe greeting card for those needing comfort. The second of three books in the Rising Higher Series.

6 x 6 inch paperback, 40 pages full color. $7.99. 
See sample pages on Amazon's Look Inside feature.

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Never Alone
After Loss
Book cover--After Loss: courage and healing through God's grace, 3D showing back and front with yellow flowers

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After Loss

Courage and healing through God's grace

Are you grieving a devasting loss?

Profound loss leaves us stranded on uncharted territory, barely able to function. With unbearable pain, grief’s journey unfolds before us—cruel and unyielding. We ask, “O God, how can I go on?”

Whether your pain is fresh and raw or settled and tamed, the topics addressed in After Loss: courage and healing through God’s grace, will encourage and progress you on your grief journey.

Within these pages of engaging photos, spiritual insights, and scriptures, you will be:

  • Comforted as you emotionally connect with the author

  • Encouraged with insights into some of the common challenges after a loss

  • Motivated to draw courage and healing from God’s Word

 

Healing is possible. Even when the loss is monumental. Let After Loss: courage and healing through God’s grace encourage you.

This book is perfect as a gift or expanded greeting card for those grieving a loss. The third of three books in the Rising Higher Series.

6 x 6 inch paperback, 40 pages full color. Regular price $7.99.  

Discounts available for quantity purchases of 10+ books or for non-profits.

Gift Books: "Out of the ..." Series & Waters of Refreshment

Cover to book--Out of the Ashes: Hope, with plant growing out of burnt log

Out of the Ashes: Hope

Thoughts of Hope for Hurting Hearts

The stunning beauty of Yellowstone and Glacier National Park adorn the pages of this 8 x 8 inch hardcover book. Just as the photography is a feast for the eyes, so the poetry and scriptures are nourishment for the soul.

This 20-page collection of writing includes specially selected nuggets from the journal entries written in the first nine months after Lynelle's son died. If your heart is hurting, you will be validated and reassured as you peruse these pages full of transparency, honesty, and hope. (Compiled November 2011)

$16.95 & shipping and handling

Cover to book--Out of the Desert...Refreshment

I have enjoyed and found much strength through your book. I love it! It’s a window into your hearts and a work of faith and sincere love for God. There is much of your words I found comfort and resonate with.

Rich W.

Out of the Desert: Refreshment

a collection of refreshing poems and reflections birthed in the desert of pain

The photography in this 8 x 8 inch hardcover book relates to water--lakes, rivers, streams, and waterfalls--for all give a visual representation of refreshment. Likewise, the poetry and prose focus on refreshment of the spirit. In a pain-filled year of emotional, physical, mental, and even spiritual distress, God was there and gave insights into His Word.

Whether your personal desert is pain, loneliness, financial need, or something else, your heart will connect with the pain expressed and will exult in the refreshment offered in these writings. (Compiled in the fall of 2012.)

$16.95 & shipping and handling 

Cover of book--Out of the Storm:  Peace

Out of the Storm: Peace

a journey to peace illustrated with poetry, prose, and photos

Highlighting selections from Lynelle's 2013 journal, the author shares her desire for peace after a deep loss. Journey with the author from the point of seeking to a place of an unexpected realization about peace.

The scripture and writing focusing on peace in this
8 x 8 inch hardcover book give insights to those who are seeking resolution with the inevitable difficulties in life. (Compiled in September 2014.)

$16.95 & shipping and handling 

Cover of book--Waters of Refreshment

Waters of Refreshment

A Collection of Poetry and Photography

This 5 x 7 inch softcover book is perfect for a small gift to someone who needs a dose of encouragement. Eighteen pages of brilliant color and the author’s favorite poems, all based on portions from God's Word are included in this collection. (Compiled November 2011)

$9.95 & shipping and handling

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NOTE: Quantity discounts available for purchases of 10 or more books. Can not be combined with other discounts.

Local sources for Lynelle's books:

Books are available in the Southwest Michigan area at the following locations:

  • Parable Christian Store of St. Joseph, 2913 Niles Avenue, St. Joseph, MI 49085 (not available: Waters of Refreshment, Finding Hope: a journey of faith through uncertain times, Never Alone: gentle reminders of God's presence and love, After Loss: courage and healing through God's grace and The Place of Suffering: comfort and courage for the faith journey (call 269-983-7883 to verify the title you want is in stock)
     

  • At the author's home: Lynelle Watford, 4750 Beechnut Drive, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Please call 269-428-7226 to place a pickup order.

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