Paul Tautges

It's only natural to bristle when you are mistreated. Perhaps you were passed over for a well-deserved job promotion, hurt by a family member, falsely accused, or experienced a severe disappointment. An array of emotions--anger, frustration, anxiety--are sure to rise to the surface when life doesn't pan out the way you expected. It's easy to get stuck in bitterness when we can't let go of hurt and disappointment. It's easy to recognize bitterness in others--but not so easy in ourselves. Pastor and counselor Paul Tautges helps readers see how bitterness skews our view of ourselves and God and negatively affects our relationships. You can learn to move from heartbreak to hope as you turn to God, lament to him, ask him for help, and choose to trust him in the midst of pain. No matter what our struggle with bitterness may look like, the Bible speaks the truth and hope of God's goodness and good plan to sufferers.

Paul Tautges’ compassionate, biblical guide to grief is an invaluable addition to the Track series for young adults The reality of death means that we all encounter grief at some point in our lives. But what does the Bible say about how we handle the aftermath of separation? Paul Tautges compassionately addresses the struggles we face when dealing with loss, all the while pointing to the hope and comfort that can be found in Christ. Biblical Comfort: Explore the timeless wisdom of scripture and find solace in knowing the God who grieves. Track: Grief gently guides you through biblical passages that provide strength, reassurance, and the promise of God’s eternal love during times of sorrow. Practical Tools: Track: Grief equips you with practical tools to navigate the grieving process with grace. Engage with the thought–provoking questions in each chapter, and prayer through what you read, and learn to rely on God, even when navigating the challenging terrain of grief. Contents: Loss is EverywhereShock and TearsHide in God, not from GodAdjust Your FocusSafety in the StormYour Heavenly Father CaresJesus WeptThe Holy Spirit Prays for YouHopelessness and HopeBe an Avenue, not a Cul–de–sac Appendix A: What Do I Do Now? Appendix B: Other Books on this TopicAppendix C: Bible Chapters that Bring Comfort Track is a series of books designed to disciple the next generation in the areas of culture, doctrine, and the Christian life. While the topics addressed aren’t always simple, they are communicated in a manner that is. With the intention of the content being absorbed, examined and applied, each chapter includes a summary of the main point, and reflection questions that can be used individually, in 1–2–1 mentoring or in a group setting.

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Grief may threaten to overtake us or destroy our joy. In this powerful devotional book, men and women will see Jesus, the Man of Sorrows, who is well-acquainted with grief and sadness. Author and pastor Paul Tautges offers our comforting High Priest, sharing how the Holy Spirit ministers to our hurting heart through the healing balm of God's Word graciously applied to life's wounds. By biblically and transparently addressing the heart and faith struggles in the midst of this grief, A Small Book for the Hurting Heart delves deeply, but gently, into the issues of the heart--presenting encouragement and comfort in the character of God revealed in his Word. This small but transformative devotional cultivates anchors of hope, redirecting men and women to the trustworthiness of God who is always for us in Christ. Because all of God's promises are Yes in Christ, Tautges walks with readers through their grief to see the one who nourishes our faith and heals our soul. In fifty brief readings, your hurting heart will find spiritual help, encouragement, and healing as you experience the comfort of God.

Whether you experience nagging worry or debilitating panic, God's Word offers hope and help. In this 31-day devotional, pastor and biblical counselor Paul Tautges delves deeply, but gently, into the heart of fear and unbelief, using daily readings, reflection questions, and practical application to fuel the faith that strengthens inner security and peace. In the 31-Day Devotionals for Life series, biblical counselors and Bible teachers guide you through Scripture passages that speak to specific situations or struggles, helping you to apply God's Word to your life in practical ways day after day.

No matter what kind of suffering you face, there is life-giving hope that springs forth from our merciful God. In his loyal love and faithfulness God comes alongside us in our suffering in order to strengthen our faith, purify our lives, and heal our hearts by centering us on Christ and the good news of the gospel. In God's Mercy in Our Suffering, two pastors and counselors sit down beside you and warmly take you into the book of Lamentations where you will be encouraged to hope in God. Learn how to fasten the rope of your faith to the anchor of God's unfailing love. I heartily recommend this book for those who are in times of deep distress and for the body of Christ that needs to be prepared for every possible form of suffering that may come our way, or that may come in the lives of those we need to reach out to for the glory of God. - Walter C. Kaiser, Jr., President Emeritus, Gordon-Conwell Theological SeminaryThis book is a tremendous accomplishment It is at once a verse-by-verse commentary, rich devotional treasure, and capable guide for biblical counselors. - Lance Quinn, Pastor, Bethany Church on the Hill, Thousand Oaks, CAIn God's Mercy in Our Suffering, the small book of Lamentations is brought to life for us. The authors pull it out of the shadows of neglect and draw us irresistibly to its timeless truths. - Irv Busenitz, VP of Administration and Professor of Bible Exposition and Old Testament, The Master's Seminary

The Practical Shepherding Complete Set provides pastors and ministry leaders everything they need to know about practically and effectively leading their flock. The Practical Shepherding Complete Set includes everything you need to be equipped to lead and serve in all aspects of your ministry. It contains:Prepare Them to ShepherdVisit the SickConduct Gospel-Centered FuneralsComfort the GrievingGather God’s PeoplePray for the FlockOversee God’s People. These seven volumes will give you clear and practical direction to lead and serve those you are ministering to. Each volume will provide easy-to-follow steps to help you better serve your flock in the different aspects of ministry.

Until the end of time, when the curse of sin is finally removed, suffering will be a large part of the human experience and a large part of that suffering will be walking through the painful reality of death. 'Death,' writes Paul Tautges, 'provides a natural opportunity not only for ministry to others, but also for personal growth in ministers.' Those who shepherd others through the pain and loss that accompanies death should seek to offer wise and biblical counsel on these precious and painful occasions. This book is a treasure chest of pastoral theology that will equip you to reach out to those who grieve with the Christ-centered comfort of God rooted in the gospel. The theological foundation espoused here, as well as the numerous practical helps that are included, will help any servant of the Lord to point the hearts and minds of the bereaved to the 'man of sorrows' who is 'acquainted with grief' (Isaiah 53:3). The Practical Shepherding series of booklets provides pastors and ministry leaders with advice and practical help to do the work of pastoral ministry in a local church. In Comfort Those Who Grieve, experienced pastor Paul Tautges offers readers a guide to comforting those dealing with death through the hope of the gospel.

A verse-by-verse commentary on the book of Lamentations, as well as a biblical counselor's guide to using Lamentations in counseling situations. Paul Tautges and Eric Kress have given to us a wonderful exposition of the often neglected book of Lamentations. Not only have they brought the full meaning of the text to the surface, but they have filled the commentary with practical suggestions of ways in which this much needed teaching on how to act in the midst of deep suffering can be carried out to the glory of God and the personal enrichment of each individual believer. I heartily recommend this book for those who are in times of deep distress and for the body of Christ that needs to be prepared for every possible form of suffering that may come our way, or that may come in the lives of those we need to reach out to for the glory of God. --Walter C. Kaiser, Jr. President Emeritus Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary