Denise J. Hughes - Deeper Waters: Immersed in the Life-Changing Truth of Gods Word

One word comes to mind when I think of Denise Hughes: Biblical . And the one word Id use to describe this book? Timeless . Its not trendy. Denise doesnt color outside the lines in order to be cool. She loves Gods Word, knows Gods Word, and articulates Gods ways in a timeless, beautiful fashion. If you long to know God on a deep and profound level, Denise would tell you to spend time in His Word. Absolutely true. But Id also say, take your time working through the pages of this book. Denise serves as a wise, godly mentor. She tackles tough questions and offers fresh insight, all at the same time. This book is a gift to Gods people.

Susie Larson, national speaker, talk radio host, and author of Your Powerful Prayers

Do you want to open the Bible but dont know where to begin? Or does the size and depth of Gods Word intimidate you? If these questions have crossed your mind, Deeper Waters is for you. Denises fresh look at Gods Word removes that intimidation factor. She gently leads you into the Bible and takes you on a perspective-changing, life-transforming journey through its pages. Her personal stories and creative teaching style, combined with her biblical depth, transform the Bible from a textbook to a workbook. Denise equips you with practical tools to read your Bible confidently; know God intimately; apply what you learn personally; and most importantly, take what you have learned into your corner of the world.

Wendy Blight, Proverbs 31 First 5 Writing Team, speaker, Bible teacher, and author of I Know His Name, Living So That, and Hidden Joy in a Dark Corner

From the opening pages of this beautiful book, you cannot miss Denise Hughess passion for Gods Word. Prepare your heart, because that passion is contagious. Dive into Deeper Waters and drench yourself in the saving grace, tremendous power, and redeeming love of God. This book is a treasure.

Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of The Happiness Dare and Love Idol

In a world searching for purpose and meaning, Denise Hughes is a teacher of truth and a storyteller of beautiful redemption. She distills the details of Scripture with a voice that rings clear, revelatory, and applicable. Deeper Waters is a journey you dont want to miss.

Shelly Miller, author of Rhythms of Rest

Read this book with a Bible and box of tissues nearby. Part memoir and part Bible study, Denises book will touch your heart. Her beautifully chosen words will bring you closer to the God of all comfort.

Arlene Pellicane, author of 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom

The absolute best way to hear Gods voice is through His Word, both the words we read in the Bible and by taking the timelike the scribes of oldto write the Word ourselves. In ancient times, the scribes knew the Word intimately because they both studied it and wrote it out. Reading Denise J. Hughess marvelous new book, Deeper Waters, makes me feel as if Im sitting at the feet of a scribe whose gentle manner and profound wisdom stirs a fresh hunger in me to study Gods Word. Denise employs a nonthreatening, easy-to-understand method of study. Her gentle encouragement and practical wisdom are framed by deeply moving and transparent stories of her own life, hurts, doubts, and seasons of brokenness every woman can relate to. Nothing will transform your life more than hearing the voice of God. Let Denise take you by the hand and guide you on your journey and get ready to have your life transformed.

Kate Battistelli, author of Growing Great Kids and mother of GRAMMY award-winning artist Francesca Battistelli.

I cant think of people I know whose lives seem to be characterized by deeper waters without thinking of Denise Hughes. A woman who has walked through difficulty as well as triumph, she has done the hard work of digging deep to find the truth of God in all of it. She is soft-spoken but strong, gentle, and wise, and I trust her heart and her ability not only to invite you into the life-changing truth of Gods Word, but to help uncover it as well. A gem of a writer, teacher, and friend, I cannot say enough good things about Denise and the works of her hands.

Logan Wolfram, author of Curious Faith and CEO of the Allume Conference

As a Bible teacher and pastors wife, I am thankful for writers like Denise who faithfully and consistently point us to the truth of Scripture. As a friend, Im thankful for women like Denise who honestly and graciously point me to Jesus. Deeper Waters is a gift to all of us who long for more of Christ and His Word. Denise has opened the Word and invited us to join her on the journey to abide fully and deeply in Christ. And we can be sure we have a thoughtful guide who has known the faithfulness and generosity of the One about whom she writes.

Teri Lynne Underwood, author of Praying for Girls

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DEEPER WATERS

Copyright 2017 Denise J. Hughes

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