The Life You Crave: It’s All About Grace (ebook Edition)

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OverviewDo you ever wonder what your next step should be? If there is more to life? Do you crave something better? More than security or wealth success or popularity, what we really needis to be loved, to matter. But with all our inner strength and theworld’s create-your-own destiny attitude, with all our technology andknow-how and savvy, we are helpless to truly satisfy that craving on ourown. God’s intention was never for us to have a dissatisfied, self-criticalspirit. In His eyes, each of us is irreplaceable, carefully crafted,designed for a unique and noble purpose. And He is determined to reachus. Throughout the ages, amid all of the world’s selfish rebellion,unthinkable corruption, ugly swirl of violence, and abject godlessness,the Lord God has shown that He works in a consistent and beautiful way.He draws close to us. He enters our existence. God reaches into ourlives, turns us around, and fulfills every desperate, yearning,miserable need. God offers us grace. Pure, lavish, unending grace. Discover the life you crave.Features:

• Discussion questions for each chapter
• Accessible to all people of all faiths
• Anecdotes from contemporary everyday life, history, and the Bible
• Directs reader to apply Scripture to his or her life

About the AuthorMichael Newmanhas served in pastoral ministry for over twenty-five years andcurrently works in Texas to help develop new missions and ministriesthat bring people the gift of the life they crave. Mike has experienced and witnessed the wonder of God’s grace woven intolife that is filled with highs and lows, dreams and dashed hopes,unexpected twists and breathtaking surprises. He is husband to Cindy,father to two beautiful daughters, and grandpa to a sweet littlegranddaughter. Learn more about his ministry at mnewman.org. Visit Michael Newman’s author page. What Others Are Saying“No matter what difficulties you are going through, this book willembolden you to put your hope in God. It will remind you that you aresafe in God’s hands and deeply loved by Him. Let this inspiring bookinspire you!”James C. Galvin, Ed.D., author and consultant, Galvin & Associates, Inc.“Once again, Michael Newman demonstrates his prowess at tapping into thevein of our humanity and connecting it to profound truths from God madesimple for our understanding. The Life You Crave will draw youin because it asks the universal questions of humanity, pulls on thestrings in everybody’s heart, and invites them to find thirst-quenchingrelief in the work of God through Jesus.” Mike Sharrow, AfC, Managing Chairman, C12 Group of Central Texas“In his very clear and relational style, where God’s will and grace forevery human being always walk side by side, Mike paints for us a pictureof who God is and how He gets involved in our daily lives, who andwhose we are, and what we’re are here on earth for.” Beatriz Hoppe, Multicultural Ministries, Lutheran Hour Ministries“In a world that craves everything but this, Newman gently persuades thereader to look more deeply at things, to look more intently at things,to see one’s life from God’s point of view for the life you need, thelife we should crave above all else. You won’t be disappointed with thisbook because in it you’ll read about an eternal love from God thatexists just for you, about a Savior whose gracious love makes anabundant, purposeful, dynamic eternal life possible for all who know andput their trust in Him. (For this, crave on!)”Rev. Gregory Seltz, speaker, The Lutheran Hour“Give yourself permission to be surprised by this book when you feel thejoy and power in God’s love language ‘My grace is sufficient’ (2Corinthians 12:9). Yes, it’s all about grace.” Eunice Otte, licensed professional counselor“I have known and have respected Rev. Michael Newman for over 15 years,and I am blessed to have him as a friend. His books have helped open myeyes in many ways. If you have missed any of his books, read this oneand you will know the blessings of faith that he shares with hisreaders.” Gloria Jean Kvetko, Gloria Jean’s Coffees“I’ve pulled alongside many a craving in the human heart and laud MikeNewman for once again redirecting our imaginations to the potential Godhas in mind for us.”Phyllis Wallace, host of the syndicated “Woman to Woman” radio show  “I have had the awesome experience of witnessing Pastor Newman preach,and I’ve also read his books. He has a tremendous ability to weave oureveryday events with happenings in the Bible. Never more has this skillbeen on display than in this book.”Jim Schwantz, mayor, Palatine, Illinois; former NFL player“Both in his preaching and his writing, Pastor Newman has the uniquegift of taking biblical truth and applying it to our everyday lives. Inthis book he shows how all of humanity, whether Biblical heroes or a21st century American, have craved one thing—grace. Even more important,Pastor Newman points us in the direction to find it.”Bryant Ambelang, president and CEO, NatureSweet Tomatoes“Trouble and challenges are a reality in our sinful world, but the Lordwalks with us through good and bad times. The book reminds us that Godhas a purpose for our lives and is always in control.” Kay L. Meyer, president and host of Family Shield, syndicated radio program“There is a common conception that deep theology is difficult to understand. Reverend Mike Newman’s book, The Life You Craveproves the fallacy of that idea. His use of creative stories,scriptural insights and brilliant applications will take you to a deeperand most blessed appreciation of grace. Easy reading, and deeplyinspirational, you will find yourself touched by God’s commitment toyou.” Rev. Ken Klaus, Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour®“The task of theological writing is not simply to declare truth, but toconvey that truth in a way that is winsome and compelling. With thewisdom of an experienced shepherd, Pastor Newman ably accomplishes thistask. Weaving together narratives that spring from the scriptural recordand from the headlines, The Life you Crave speaks to the basic challenges that confront all people, and offers God’s timeless truth as the one enduring answer.”Rev. Dr. Joel Bierman, author and seminary professor