H. Norman Wright

Cherish Every Moment Spent Together in God’s Word Intentionality is the key that opens the door to lifelong intimacy with your spouse. When you set aside time to listen to your partner’s deepest thoughts, feelings, and dreams, you create memories together that become part of the tapestry of your relationship. From author and counselor Norm Wright, 101 Devotions for Couples is designed to help you stay attuned to your spouse’s heart as the two of you pursue God together. This Christ-centered daily devotional makes room for meaningful conversations about your strengths, your struggles, and your entwined futures. 101 Devotions for Couples will help your love remain in bloom while keeping your focus on the Lord, continually turning to Him for the wisdom, strength, compassion, and tenderness you need to follow His good plans for your marriage.

Julie Woodley understands trauma. From physical and sexual abuse as a child, to abortion, the murder of a dear friend, brain injury, a brain tumor, and cancer, as well as two broken marriages, she has experienced more than a lifetime's worth of pain and loss. But by the grace of God, she's doing more than surviving--she's thriving Like a wildflower thrusting itself through a broken sidewalk, God has raised Julie's joy and hope through the layers of loss and into the light of his plan for her. He has transformed her from a broken receiver of grace into a beautiful blossom who radiates the grace she has received into the lives of other hurting people. Trauma victims often feel weighed down by shame, anger, confusion, and pain. They may be so accustomed to ""getting by"" that having passion and joy seems impossible. In A Wildflower Thrives in Florida, they will encounter a story that will inspire them to imagine a life restored and overflowing with all the good things God intends for them. ""Sometimes, when you meet someone for the first time and hear their story, you shake your head and marvel again at the depth of God's ability to redeem a life. My friend Julie Woodley is one such example. It's a wonder she is still alive, let alone functioning so marvelously in the work God has called her to. A Wildflower Thrives in Florida is about as compelling a story you'll ever read about the reality of God's redemptive work to heal someone from years of trauma, abuse, and destructive behavior."" --Joe Battaglia, broadcaster, producer, and author of The Politically Incorrect Jesus and Unfriended: Finding True Community in a Disconnected Culture Julie Woodley is the director of Restoring the Heart Ministries (www.rthm.cc), serving childhood sexual abuse victims and post-abortive women and men. Her story aired on The 700 Club, Focus on the Family, Life Today, and Family Life with Dr. James Dobson, as well as numerous other television and radio programs. She coauthored Surviving the Storms of Life (2008) and is the producer of In the Wildflowers and Into My Arms counseling DVDs. In addition, Ms. Woodley was inducted into the Suffolk County Women's Hall of Fame in 2009 and has received other awards and certificates. Her specialty is helping women and men heal from sexual trauma. She has four children and five grandchildren.

Work Together Toward a Lasting Love If you’ve been married for more than five minutes, you know that marriage isn’t all long-stemmed roses and heart-eye emojis. Marriages that stand strong under pressure take work—and lots of it. Whether you’ve just tied the knot or been together for years, After You Say “I Do” is the tool you need to strengthen your bond. This interactive guide offers creative resources to help you and your partner navigate your differences and resolve conflict through open and healthy communication. Learn how tounderstand and navigate your different personalitieshandle and talk about your finances in productive waysprepare for the unexpected life events that are sure to comebuild healthy relationships and boundaries with in-lawsA marriage that lasts is not a thing of the past. You can build a happy, healthy marriage one step at a time.

Open Your Heart a Lasting Love Before you tie the knot, make sure the rope is strong. Let these insightful and inspiring devotions minister to your heart as you begin to develop a daily habit of spending time with God. Best-selling author and counselor H. Norman Wright’s has mentored more than a million dating and engaged couples with his interactive and easy-to-use books on marriage. Through Scripture, storytelling, and thought-provoking questions, each of these devotions serve as a tool to initiate honest and heartfelt conversation between you and your partner. Whether you’re already engaged or still getting to know each other, you can build a strong and healthy relationship with open communication, respect for one another, and trust in God.

Build a Christ-Centered Love that LastsAt a time when more people are delaying marriage or writing it off altogether, couples ready to walk the aisle will appreciate a frank and trusted resources to help them start marriage on the right foot. This interactive Christian guide will help you explore your relationship in depth and willprovide new insight into your partner and how the two of you relate to one anotherestablish your wants and needs as individuals and a couple before your marriage beginslay the groundwork for biblical and honest conversation for a stronger, healthier marriagereveal how life events and family background can influence decision making in finances, family, education, faith and careerengage you in activities that lead to thought-provoking discussion that address your past experiences and current expectationsEngaging and easy-to-use, Before You Say “I Do” is full of tried-and-true wisdom to help you plan for your future and build a lasting relationship with the one you love.

Start Your Days Together To have a marriage that works, you must work at it. Whether you’ve just put a ring on it, or have been married for years, you don’t have to figure marriage out on your own. Best-selling author and relationship counselor H. Norman Wright has mentored millions of couples through interactive and easy-to-use books on marriage. Through Scripture, storytelling, and thought-provoking questions, this devotional will minister to your heart and draw you closer to your spouse. Each devotion offers heartfelt daily readings that will encourage and uplift you and provide practical and creative problem-solving tools for a joy-filled marriage that lasts. Make the most of your marriage by starting each day reading the Word together. As you draw closer to God, you will grow closer together.

I'll Never Forget That DayThe unexpected strikes each of us at some point in our lives. Those days when the sky feels as though it's closing in and our world is crumbling around us. A loved one dies... We survive a natural disaster... We witness a horrific event or act of terrorism. And we live in fear of what might happen as we step onto an airplane or watch as someone we love is admitted into the hospital. How can we best respond to such shock and grief? Is it possible to feel safe again or to make sense of life in the aftermath? Christian counselor H. Norman Wright has helped individuals cope in the wake of 9/11; Hurricane Katrina; the mass shootings at Aurora, Colorado and Las Vegas, Nevada; and other traumatic events. Here he offers compassionate guidance on facing—and growing from—the circumstances you fear most. You'll discover practical ways to prepare for the unexpected, and find a path to real hope and peace—even in the midst of tragedy.

Let Comfort Find You in the Quiet There are no words to instantly take away the deep pain of your loss. Grieving is a personal path—one that takes time to traverse. But genuine expressions of comfort and understanding can help you make gradual steps toward healing. H. Norman Wright, a respected Christian counselor, offers these daily devotions from a heart that has endured difficult loss—yet found God faithful through it all. In these profound and practical reflections, you'll find... gentle guidance through the grieving process comforting reminders that you're not alone hope—and the space you need to uncover it When you're grieving, give yourself quiet moments to rest in God's limitless love and peace.

Is Your Yesterday Getting in the Way of Today and Tomorrow? Release your past to God once and for all with the help of respected Christian counselor H. Norman Wright, who has worked with grief-stricken individuals in the aftermath of 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, and mass shootings. Whether you've experienced a major ordeal or a series of disappointments, it's impossible to move forward when painful emotions remain unaddressed and broken relationships stay unresolved. Reclaim hope for the future by...sorting through memoriesidentifying lingering hurtsovercoming former traumasgrieving previous lossesclaiming forever freedom in Christ Leave the past behind, experience fullness of life in the present, and look forward to the future. Healing awaits.

Your Guide Through the Valley of LossLosing a family member is one of life's most difficult experiences, and the weeks and months that follow such a loss can be overwhelming. Experiencing the Loss of a Family Member is a trustworthy companion for your journey through grief. With gentle honesty and wisdom, bestselling author and respected family therapist H. Norman Wright discusses topics, such as:· The World of Grief· The Loss of a Spouse· The Death of a Child· Parent Loss· The Death of a Sibling· The Death of a Friend· The Death of a Pet· And MoreYou are not alone as you travel through the valley--God's Spirit, the Comforter, walks with you every step of the way. He will guide you toward true peace and renewed hope.

One of the most devastating losses a family can experience is the loss of a child. Whether the loss is through illness, accident, drugs, suicide, or other tragedy, the pain is overwhelming and often paralyzing. Often we think of "loss" as death. However, in our broken world there are many ways to suffer the loss of a child. This book discusses how a family can learn to cope with loss of a child due not only to death, but also to a custody battle, addiction (and other choices a child makes), chronic illness, crime (human trafficking, kidnap), and other issues where hopes and dreams disappear. Wright helps readers through the grieving process and assists them in finding God's grace and comfort during this very difficult time of life. This book is unique as it is for parents as well as grandparents.

Bestselling author and Christian counselor H. Norman Wright (2.7 million books sold) combines biblical principles with his enthusiasm for dogs in this warmhearted and inspiring devotional. In stories of loyalty and perseverance, Norm draws parallels between the dog world and the human world to reveal God's love in action: A dog's tendency to gnaw on bones reflects how people handle worry. Instead, people can give God their fears and experience His peace. A cowering dog becomes joyous when forgiven. When people confess their sins, they receive God's forgiveness and joy returns. A dog who rescues a boy in a tsunami shows how the Holy Spirit convicts people of sin so they'll turn to Christ and be saved. From daily antics to extraordinary deeds, these dogs personify the ups and downs of life and highlight the joys and benefits of following God.

H. Norman Wright, bestselling author and noted Christian counselor, encourages readers with ways they can decrease stress and achieve the simpler life they desire. Through helpful stories, hands-on examples, and down-to-earth practicality, Wright provides steps anyone can take to have more energy for the things that really matter by: simplifying work and home life; establishing livable goals and priorities; taking control of finances; releasing emotional baggage; and experiencing God's presence more fully. Packed with sound advice and biblical wisdom, "Success over Stress" guides readers toward making manageable changes to their activities, relationships, and possessions to obtain the rich, satisfying life they long for.

What does it take to make a marriage intimate, loving, and fun? It all starts with communication, the key to a vibrant, happy, lifelong partnership. In this new updated edition of the bestselling classic, trusted marriage and family counselor Dr. Norman Wright does not just show readers the different ways men and women communicate. He shows how to do it right! Readers will find practical ways to reduce marital conflict, manage anger, build up one another's self-esteem, and listen and understand each other at deeper and more satisfying levels. This updated edition also includes all-new reflection questions at the end of each chapter for couples or groups.

Respected Christian counselor H. Norman Wright draws from his extensive experience to help couples establish strong, loving marriages. Whether divorced or widowed, people who marry again face unique challenges. Through 101 questions, Norm helps readers know their own views and understand where they agree and disagree with their future mates on finances, roles, sexuality, children, responsibilities, and previous relationship issues. Couples will work together to:make sure they’re ready for a new marriagediscover the essentials for successful remarriagesclearly communicate personal and family needsestablish realistic expectations for their new marriagehandle common problems in remarriage: previous partners, in-laws (past and present), merged families, money, sexual issuesOffering plenty of room for written responses, this essential premarriage guide helps couples work through problem areas before they become issues. They will also discover areas of strength and agreement that will help them establish a solid foundation for success. Ideal for couples, study groups, ministers, and counselors.

Bring comfort to those who need it, when they need it mostCrisis and trauma are part of everyday life in today's world, but the best way to help those experiencing life's worst moments isn't always obvious. The Complete Guide to Crisis & Trauma Counseling is the most comprehensive resource available for pastors, Christian therapists, and lay counselors who want to offer the right kind of care to hurting people. In this biblical guide, you'll find practical, proven, and detailed advice for dealing with specific kinds of crisis situations, including:? post-traumatic stress disorder and depression? children and teens in crisis? grief and loss at a family member's death, including suicide? and much moreDr. H. Norman Wright brings more than forty years of clinical and classroom experience to this topic. He shares real-life dialogues from his decades in private practice to demonstrate healthy, healing counseling sessions. With this guide, you can walk alongside both believers and nonbelievers who are in crisis and help them find the path to complete restoration.

Respected counselor and bestselling author H. Norman Wright releases a spiritually and personally fulfilling daily devotional for men. Known for his insight into the needs of people, Wright shapes 365 devotions to strengthen men at their core - their heart for God. Short offerings, ideal for busy lives, include Scripture and relatable meditations that lead men to seek their identity and security in Christ as they learn to: rely on God's guidance; connect with other men of faith; model God's love and strength in practical ways; trust the Bible as their source of wisdom; and give their needs, hurts, decisions, and future to God. Like a faithful mentor, Wright walks alongside men through every area of their lives, from relationships and family to vocation and contentment. This relevant devotional will be a gift of ongoing influence and inspiration for men of all stages of their journey.