Deeper Waters: Immersed in the Life-Changing Truth of God's Word

by Denise J. Hughes

Overview

The Satisfaction You Seek
Dwells in the Depths of God's Word

Do you come to God's Word with questions and doubts that arise from life's disappointments and hurts?

Denise J. Hughes, author of the Word Writers Bible study series, has been there, yet she's found a peace that runs deeper than her circumstances. In Deeper Waters, she invites you to...

• learn to hear God's voice through the pages of His Word
• discover a joy you never thought possible when reading the Bible
• make connections in Scripture that transform your way of thinking and living

You don't have to be in seminary to be a serious student of the Bible. God's Word is for everyone. Dive in and experience the joy that awaits in deeper waters.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780736968171
Publisher:	Harvest House Publishers
Publication date:	09/05/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	256
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

Denise J. Hughes is the author of the Word Writers Bible study series. An adjunct professor at Azusa Pacific University, she is also the editorial coordinator for (in)courage and a popular blogger and speaker. She lives with her husband and three kids in the Los Angeles area. Follow her at www.DeniseJHughes.com and on Instagram @DeniseJHughes.

Denise J. Hughes is the author of the Word Writers Bible study series. An adjunct professor at Azusa Pacific University, she is also the editorial coordinator for (in)courage and a popular blogger and speaker. She lives with her husband and three kids in the Los Angeles area. Follow her at www.DeniseJHughes.com and on Instagram @DeniseJHughes.

Table of Contents

The Voice We Hear 9

Part 1 Determining in Your Heart: Ezra had determined in his heart… Ezra 7:10

1 The Exile We Know 19

2 The Lament We Feel 29

3 The Decision We Make 35

4 The Challenges We Face 43

Part 2 To Study God's Word: … to study the law of the Lord… Ezra 7:10

5 The Water We Need 53

6 The Way We Wait 63

7 The Time We Spend 73

8 The Words We Write 85

9 The Prayers We Keep 93

Part 3 To Obey God's Voice: … to obey it… Ezra 7:10

10 The Truth We Live 107

11 The Compass We Follow 117

12 The Failure We Grieve 125

13 The Purpose We Reclaim 137

14 The Grace We Give 151

Part 4 To Teach God's Precepts: … and teach its statutes and ordinances in Israel… Ezra 7:10

15 The Women We Welcome 163

16 The Roots We Plant 173

17 The Story We Share 181

18 The Song We Sing 193

Epilogue - Starting Today

Read It: 365-Day Bible Reading Plan 203

Write It: Psalm 119 215

Pray It: Prayers in the Bible 239

Notes 243

Acknowledgments 247

About the Author 249

Editorial Reviews

"One word comes to mind when I think of Denise Hughes: Biblical. And the one word I'd use to describe this book? Timeless. It's not trendy. Denise doesn't color outside the lines in order to be cool. She loves God's Word, knows God's Word, and articulates God's 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 I'd 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 God's people."
—Susie Larson, national speaker, talk radio host, author of Your Powerful Prayers

"Do you want to open the Bible, but you don't know where to begin? Or does the size and depth of God's Word intimidate you? If these questions have crossed your mind, Deeper Waters is for you. Denise's fresh look at God's 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 Hughes's passion for God's 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

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