A detail listing of the following booklets is available
Printed Resources
available from Lutheran Hour Ministries
660 Mason Ridge Center Dr St Louis, MO 63141 (800) 876-9880
Alone,
Alive, Fulfilled—Loneliness has many sources. This booklet shares
insights, from the perspective of a single person, of love, and contentment
with which God can fill your heart so that even when alone, you can also
be alive and fulfilled.
Alzheimer’s:
Facing the Loss of a Lifetime—This booklet explores the impact
of the disease on both the patient and the caregiver, offering insights
on the joys that are still possible.
A
Matter of Time: Taking Control of Your Life—Sometimes it feels
like there’s just not enough hours in the day. Work, family, household
chores, kids’ school, and trying to find a few minutes for yourself
can be overwhelming! Learn how to take control of your life with this effective
and efficient time management techniques.
And
the Lord Appointed…You! Finding Your Place in God’s Plan—If
you’ve ever wondered if God has a plan for you, this booklet can help.
See for yourself the talents you have been given and how you can use them
to help others.
Break
Free! Find Self-Control in an Addictive World—Addiction may
be our greatest mental, physical, financial, and spiritual challenge. This
booklet answers questions about addiction and gives hope for a life that
is addiction-free.
Coping
with Cancer—Each year, 1.2 million people in the United States
will be diagnosed with cancer. This booklet explores the changes a cancer
diagnosis brings through the reflections of those who struggle with the
disease.
Dealing
with Depression—Depression effects people from all ages, races,
economic groups and both genders. This booklet explores some of the many
causes of depression and suggests some appropriate courses of action to
minimize its effects.
Divorce
Recovery—This booklet offers practical advice on ways to cope
with the anger, loneliness, guilt, and fear associated with divorce. As
a counselor, the author identifies and offers advice on the patterns and
behaviors common after a divorce.
Do
I Really Need a Church?—If you’ve decided that the "church"
just isn’t for you, then you owe it to yourself to be sure that your
definition of the word church doesn’t prevent you from experiencing
true joy as a functioning "part" in the body of Christ.
Finding
Peace When Panic Strikes—Anxiety has become epidemic. Many of
us are frazzled by family problems, stress at work, financial woes, and
a thousand other hassles. True stories of people who recovered, finding
hope and healing for the problems caused by anxiety.
For
Better . . .For Worse—Good marriages don’t just happen.
This booklet offers practical recommendations and principles for maintaining
a healthy marriage. Ideal for both engaged and married couples.
Glad
Tidings—Discover the rich heritage of ten classic Christmas
carols. A must for music buffs.
Healthy
from the Inside Out: Balancing Body, Mind, and Spirit—The standards
for beauty continue to rise . . . for many people, attitudes about their
body define their self-worth. Each of us has a one-of-a-kind combination
given to us by God.
How
to Forgive and Forget—Relationships can’t survive when
one person holds a grudge, refuses to forgive, or refuses to forget a wrong.
This booklet explores the destructive patterns we use in our lives and helps
to overcome them.
How
To Know What’s Right . . . And Do It!—This booklet explores
the foundation of sound decisions and offers a four-step process to guide
you, as well as practical examples.
I Am
an Alcoholic—Chronicles the story of an alcoholic and the on-going
recovery process, which has lasted many years. Provides a profile of alcoholism
and the 12-step program utilized in Alcoholics Anonymous.
Lasting
Promises—This timeless favorite highlights many of the beautiful
promises God gives us in His Word.
Life
. . . Together—This booklet explores the rich and diverse context
in which God defines families. You are given suggestions on how to nurture
and grow in your relationships.
Living
with True Confidence: Seeing Yourself in a New Way—In this booklet
you will read about the lives of three very different women, with complex
and demanding lives – just like yours! Each one faced the world with
unshakable confidence and certainty. Join them and learn how to live with
true confidence.
Mediums,
Magic and Moonbeams—Two colleges friends who have had different
experiences with the occult investigate what it’s about, what they
can do through occult practices, and from where the power to do such amazing
things comes.
No
Need to Fear—Examines the very real problem of anxiety in people’s
lives. Whether it is severe enough to cause attacks or just an annoying
fact of everyday life, this booklet offers very practical, tangible means
of dealing with anxiety.
Not
Too Hard, Not Too Soft— Do you crave more balance in your life?
A feeling of lasting satisfaction. The ability to adjust to new situations.
A willingness to take risks for growth. Not perfection, but doing your best
to meet your own and others’ needs. Discover principles that will help
you in your own search for balance.
Now
You’re Talking—Increased family communication was cited
as a leading concern among today’s families. This booklet shares effective
ways to manage conflict and gives 18 tips for building stronger relationships.
Out
of the Shadows—If someone you love has an addiction, this book
can show you how to make changes that can free you for a life of joy and
peace. Learn how to stop feeling responsible for your loved one’s choices.
Learn how you can help and how you need to let go. Letting go may even bring
about the healing you’ve been hoping for.
Overcoming
a Painful Childhood—Learn how to cope with memories of abuse,
how to care for your particular needs as a survivor, and how to build a
better future.
Pornography
and the Search for Intimacy—This booklet discusses how the relationship
that God planned for man and woman, as well as the intimacy God desires
to have with us, is compromised by the use of pornography. It outlines the
four stages of sexual addiction and shares steps to restoring and rebuilding
our relationships with God and others.
Prayers
and Thoughts For Caregivers—If you are a caregiver or know someone
who is, this booklet will help. Caregivers need help. Insights, thoughts
and prayers given by one whom has served this role for over ten years.
Raising
Your Children with Respect—Raising a family is hard work, especially
in today’s world. In this booklet parents will find helpful tips for
building a rewarding relationship with their children. These tips offer
suggestions for opening up communication, stimulating creativity and setting
the right example.
Renew
the Romance in Your Marriage—Do you feel like you’ve traded
in romance for the irritation of everyday conflict, a tense feeling at home,
and a spouse who doesn’t seem to care about what you need or want?
You can renew the romance! Learn to focus on your relationship, the "WE,"
when problems arise. You can regain control of the mood to make your relationship
a comfortable place to be yourself and to share intimacy, love, and affection
with your spouse.
Saving
for the Future —The burden of debt can be very large, but this
booklet gives helpful insights for gaining freedom from this burden.
So
You Prayed For a Miracle —Timeless question . . .Why would some
people experience a seemingly miraculous healing while others do not? This
booklet brings the reader back to the miraculous healing done by Jesus;
the most important miracle He performed was to provide eternal life for
all who believe!
Stress—All
too often we feel "stressed out." This booklet examines the stages,
causes, and effects of stress. Practical methods for reducing stress are
offered and particular emphasis is placed on the impact stress has on the
family.
Surviving
A Loved One’s Suicide—Grieving the loss of a loved one
is painful, but a suicide survivor faces a more complicated grief dealing
with the fact that your loved one chose to die. Although you are changed
forever by such a tragedy, life can once again have hope and meaning.
Surviving
Breast Cancer—The story of one woman who faced breast cancer,
learned to cope, and found hope in the midst of the ordeal. Her suggestions
and spiritual strength offer guidance and encouragement.
Take
Heart in Your Grief —While each person experiences grief differently,
this booklet explores the common feelings people have during a grieving
period. Not even death can stop God’s love from reaching us, and allowing
us to take heart in our grief.
Talking
Openly with Kids—Recognizing the signs of trouble in your children
as well as understanding your own nonverbal messages are two areas necessary
for establishing effective communication patterns. This booklet offers practical
advice on how and when to address these subjects with your children.
Talking
with God—Prayer is simply "Talking with God," a conversation
with your Father. This booklet adds fresh insights on commonly asked questions:
Does prayer really work? Is there a right way to pray? Ideal for both new
and life-long Christians.
The Gift—The dramatic story of one woman who forgave the man who brutally shot her in an attempted car-jacking. Learn how the gift of forgiveness can be part of your life, too.
The
Purpose of Living—The Purpose of Dying—This booklet chronicles
the life of Ron Casteel from the day he was diagnosed with AIDS. His discovery
of the purpose of life and how he applied that to his remaining time on
earth is a powerful and moving story for all.
The
Truth About Angels—Today’s media features many stories
and ideas concerning angels. This booklet takes a Biblical look at what
we know about the origin, ranks, and purpose of angels.
THHHPPTT!
—This booklet provides productive ways to express your anger, what
to say, and how to say it – and what to do when your best efforts at
good communication fail.
Unlocking
the Prison of Guilt —Guilt can be useful if it inspires growth.
But if guilt burdens you and prevents growth, something is wrong. What has
locked you in a prison of guilt? A personal habit? An unhealthy relationship?
A single mistake you just can’t forget? Learn how one man found freedom
from the guilt of an adulterous affair and murder, and how you can have
the same freedom.
What
a Man Needs —This booklet contains highlights of a conversation
with two married men and one single man about what they need and want in
relationships with women. Their insights on sharing love, respect, and forgiveness
will help you create deeper intimacy with the man in your life.
When
in Doubt, Read the Book —In clear and easy-to-understand language,
this boolket puts forth the idea that the instruction manual for "how
to" live is provided for us in the Bible. This booklet is an ideal
outreach tool.
Who
is Jesus?—Bible Study of the Gospel of Matthew. This series
of lessons will help you examine the question "Who is Jesus?"
by taking you to the source of our information—the Bible.
Why
Do Bad Things Happen? —This commonly asked question is often
hard for Christians to answer. This booklet explores the root of trouble
in this world, the benefits that can come from suffering, and what God has
done to deal with the evil and pain of this world.FOCAL POINT SERIES:
Healing
After an Affair —If you are being (or have been) unfaithful
to your spouse, then you know the anxiety that accompanies the ongoing lies,
cover-ups, and living two lives. If you’re the hurt partner, you know
what it’s like to wonder where your spouse is and to feel sick at the
thought of what he or she is doing. The author and her husband know these
feelings well and are learning from them as they rebuild their marriage
after her affair. Her story offers hope and practical help for other couples
going through the same.
Hoping
for a Child—Because the desire to be a parent affects so many
facets of life—identity, self-worth, life goals, the pain of infertility
also reaches into all those places. It reaches into the deepest part of
you and, as one person described it, "makes your soul hurt." But
even in a time like this, there is comfort for you,
Investigating
Near Death Experiences—What is a near-death experience? It is
something that happens physically, spiritually, or is it all "in your
head?" What can we learn about the afterlife from people who’ve
had near-death experiences? The questions are many, and answers are few.
Explore this mystery of life and death to find out what’s real.
Staying
Together in Tough Times—When you first met and were discovering
the unique joy of being together, you had no doubt that this was right.
But life isn’t predictable and it certainly isn’t always happy.
Learn how you can keep your marriage together when dark clouds roll in.
Losing
a Baby Without Losing Hope—On the night of June 7, just as she
began her eleventh week of pregnancy, she learned her baby had died. The
weeks that followed presented one of the greatest challenges she had ever
known. She discovered that this pain was something she "couldn’t
handle alone." Find hope through one woman’s story of grieving
the loss of her baby through miscarriage.
The Way to Weigh Less—After fourteen years of trying to lose weight, and becoming obsessed with food in the process, the author discovered how to get free of excess weight and constant dieting. The key, she says, is understanding that your body is designed to maintain a healthy weight and learning how to listen to your body. Read her encouraging and inspiring story.
URBAN MINISTRIES:
African American
So
You Prayed For a Miracle —Timeless question . . .Why would some
people experience a seemingly miraculous healing while others do not? This
booklet brings the reader back to the miraculous healing done by Jesus;
the most important miracle He performed was to provide eternal life for
all who believe!
Real
Men — Discover how a real man can find fulfillment in a rich
Lord, forgiveness for broken promises, courage to make decisions and sacrifices,
and finally find his worth in Jesus Christ.
Making
the Right Choices Bible Study — Life can be painful and troubling
when problems seem to overwhelm us. Some people seem to know how to overcome
challenges so that life is good and enjoyable. Find out how God’s plan
for living will lead you to be an over comer in your every day life! (Lessons
1-5)
Renew
the Romance in Your Marriage—Do you feel like you’ve traded
in romance for the irritation of everyday conflict, a tense feeling at home,
and a spouse who doesn’t seem to care about what you need or want?
You can renew the romance! Learn to focus on your relationship, the "WE,"
when problems arise.
Serbo Croatian
Real Life Bible Study—Jesus Christ tells us: "I have come that they may have life and have it to the Full: (John 10:10). This study will explain how you can have this full life, and when you have it, how to completely enjoy it. (Lessons 1-8)
Spanish Booklets
Aprendiendo
a Envejecer (Learning to Grow Old)
This book will help identify the physical and mental changes, offer practical
ideas in how to face the aging process and offer support and encouragement
to the elderly
Como Ayudo
a mi Hijo Adolescente (How Can I Help My Teenager)
This book offers simple ways to help the parents understand this period
of adolescence and to help the adolescents understand, resolve and face
the question: "What do I want to be?"
Como Tomar
Decisiones (Right Decisions)
How to make the right decisions
Conflictos
En la Pareja (Conflicts in a Marriage)
How to avoid the struggles that are unhealthy for a relationship
Divorcio
(Facing Divorce)
Learn how to heal the pain of betrayal and also to understand the consequences
of divorce
Los Hombres
de Hoy (Men of Today)
Today’s men have modified their behavior, but all these changes can
create risks
Madre
Solteras (Single Mothers)
Widows and divorcees – what do these women have in common? This book
was designed to help with the problems faced by singles mothers
Mejorando
la Communicacion (Improving Communications)
How to improve communication between husband and wife, parents, children,
and friends
Paternidad
Responsible (Responsible Parenthood)
Through the years we have seen many changes in our society. Being a father
today means a great responsibility and it is not an easy task!
Ser Madre
(Being a Mother)
Being a mother is receiving the love of God, His Peace, happiness and kindness
and sharing with the children
Ser Mujer
en el Mundo de Hoy (Women in Today’s World)
This booklet is dedicated to today’s women to give then the respect,
honor, and consideration that they deserve as people created in God’s
image
Ser Pareja
(Being a Couple)
A man and a woman united as a couple need to support each other. Why is
it so important to have a good relationship?
Superando
la Crisis (Surpassing Crisis)
Not all crises are "negative." We must realize that we are not
in control and recognize that God our Creator is above all things
Supernado
la Depresion (How to Conquer Depression)
In this booklet, people will find out how to conquer the problems caused
by depression
Vencer
el Miedo (Conquering Fear)
We all experience fear. How do we respond to situations that produce fear?
This booklet shows how trusting in Jesus Christ as Friend and Savior will
help conquer our fears
Vivir
es Mejor (Living is Better)
Why do people want to give up and die? Why do we feel like this? This book
will help you to keep an optimistic spirit and to be sensitive to the people
that are suffering
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