Max Lucado - Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God

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Praise for Unshakable Hope

I firmly believe God has anointed my dear friend Max Lucado with a gift to communicate His heart to this generation. In his fortieth book, he shares how Gods promises give us a firm foundation on which we can build our lives. The truth is, once you believe the promises of God, you not only have hope, your life is forever changed!

ROBERT MORRIS, FOUNDING SENIOR PASTOR, GATEWAY CHURCH; BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE BLESSED LIFE, THE GOD I NEVER KNEW, AND FREQUENCY

Where do we find our hope and strength when the realities of life devastate and depress us? I love how Max points us to Jesus, our eternal source of help, while highlighting crucial biblical truths and promises we all need to cling to in the midst of our own hard things.

LYSA TERKEURST, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF UNINVITED; PRESIDENT, PROVERBS 31 MINISTRIES

Hope is an increasingly scarce commodity these days. Thats why Im so grateful for Max Lucados voice and for Unshakable Hope. For some people, this book will be a deeply needed reminder of what we already know about God, life, and the future but usually forget. For many others, it will be an introduction on how to finally beat cynicism and discouragement, something the world desperately needs.

CAREY NIEUWHOF, FOUNDING PASTOR, CONNEXUS CHURCH

Life doesnt turn out like we expect it to and hope is often in short supply. Its then that we have to decide what we will place our hope in. With pastoral care and the heart of a friend, Max points us back to the only lasting source of hope, the promises of God. This is a must-read for anyone struggling with purpose, wrestling with despair, or losing trust.

MARK BATTERSON, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CIRCLE MAKER; LEAD PASTOR, NATIONAL COMMUNITY CHURCH

God is able and willing to do mighty things through His people who believe Him. When we are at our weakest, Gods unchanging promises to live in and through us are our lifeline. Max Lucado is a hero of the faith and a reliable guide to take us on this journey!

JENNIE ALLEN, AUTHOR OF NOTHING TO PROVE; FOUNDER AND VISIONARY, IF:GATHERING

A conversation with a supervisor. The decision of a spouse or a child. An earthquake or a car accident. Almost every day, an unexpected event or unforeseen circumstance arises to remind us how shaky the world is. With the recent and tragic rise of suicide rates, its clear that more than ever, people are desperate for an unshakable place to build their lives. I thank God for working through Pastor Max Lucado to give us this precious resource, brimming with Scripture-saturated hope, and leading us to the only unshakable foundation for lifethe unfailing promises of God. Unshakable Hope will draw you closer to the God who promises to richly provide for all your needs, and will give you Scripture-based anchor points to hold you through lifes storms. I hope youll keep a copy close at hand in every season of life.

LOUIE GIGLIO, PASTOR, PASSION CITY CHURCH; FOUNDER, PASSION CONFERENCES; AUTHOR OF GOLIATH MUST FALL

Bangor, Maine, is a small town with only a few flights in and out per day yet it boasts an enormous international airport with a two-mile-long runway that can accommodate the largest planes in the world. The reason is strategic, Bangor is the first piece of American soil Atlantic flights hit after twenty-five hundred miles of water. If they are in distress they dont have to ditch in the ocean if they can just make it to Bangor. The book you hold in your hands offers for your soul what Bangor does for airplanes running on fumes: a safe place to land. Max Lucado does in his fortieth book what has earned him a place of trust in our hearts through the other thirty-ninehe points the way to the miles-long runway of Gods unshakable hope that can handle the weight of your hurt.

LEVI LUSKO, AUTHOR OF I DECLARE WAR: 4 KEYS TO WINNING THE WAR WITH YOURSELF

In a world where despair and anxiety are at epidemic levels, Max reminds us that our sure and certain hope is found in the unchanging promises of God.

SHEILA WALSH, AUTHOR OF ITS OKAY NOT TO BE OKAY

ALSO BY MAX LUCADO

INSPIRATIONAL

3:16

A Gentle Thunder

A Love Worth Giving

And the Angels Were Silent

Anxious for Nothing

Because of Bethlehem

Before Amen

Come Thirsty

Cure for the Common Life

Facing Your Giants

Fearless

Glory Days

God Came Near

Grace

Great Day Every Day

He Chose the Nails

He Still Moves Stones

In the Eye of the Storm

In the Grip of Grace

Its Not About Me

Just Like Jesus

Max on Life

More to Your Story

Next Door Savior

No Wonder They Call

Him the Savior

On the Anvil

Outlive Your Life

Six Hours One Friday

The Applause of Heaven

The Great House of God

Traveling Light

When Christ Comes

When God Whispers Your Name

Youll Get Through This

FICTION

Christmas Stories

The Christmas Candle

Miracle at the Higher Grounds Caf

BIBLES (GENERAL EDITOR)

Grace for the Moment Daily Bible

The Lucado Life Lessons Study Bible

Childrens Daily Devotional Bible

CHILDRENS BOOKS

A Max Lucado Childrens Treasury

Do You Know I Love You, God?

God Forgives Me, and I Forgive You

God Listens When I Pray

Grace for the Moment: 365 Devotions for Kids

Hermie, a Common Caterpillar

Itsy Bitsy Christmas

Im Not a Scaredy Cat

Just in Case You Ever Wonder

Lucado Treasury of Bedtime Prayers

One Hand, Two Hands

Thank You, God,

for Blessing Me

Thank You, God, for Loving Me

The Boy and the Ocean

The Crippled Lamb

The Oak Inside the Acorn

The Tallest of Smalls

You Are Mine

You Are Special

YOUNG ADULT BOOKS

3:16

Its Not About Me

Make Every Day Count

Wild Grace

You Were Made to Make a Difference

GIFT BOOKS

Fear Not Promise Book

For the Tough Times

God Thinks Youre Wonderful

Grace for the Moment

Grace Happens Here

His Name Is Jesus

Let the Journey Begin

Live Loved

Mocha with Max

Safe in the Shepherds Arms

This Is Love

You Changed My Life

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