Thanks-Living - by Stu Epperson (Paperback)

About the Book

A life of thanksgiving is a life infused with purpose and joy.

Our lives are divine gifts--but they don't always feel like that. In his honest and encouraging book, Epperson invites us into the beauty and joy found in life shaped by thanksgiving.

Gratitude doesn't mean denying the real grief and pain in our lives. Rather that we boldly anchor our hearts in God, in His presence and promises. It's about actively pressing against the darkness of cynicism and despair. We're participating in a deeper reality where God's goodness meets us in both joy and struggle. This book shows us how to meditate on and delight in God's Word and shares practical ways to build others up in the Lord.

A daily commitment to gratitude can restore hope and joy to your everyday life. Join Stu in the journey of becoming light to a dark and desperate world.

Book Synopsis

In every thing give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. -- 1 Thessalonians 5:18

A life of thanksgiving is a life infused with purpose and joy.

Our lives are divine gifts--but they don't always feel like that. Life can feel like a tangle of thorns and thistles. It's often marked with sorrow, disappointment, and heartache. So, how do we embrace or follow the biblical charge to give thanks in all things?

In his honest and encouraging book, Thanks-Living, Stu Epperson invites us into the beauty and joy found in life shaped by thanksgiving. Gratitude doesn't mean denying the real grief and pain in our lives. Rather that we boldly anchor our hearts in God, in His presence and promises. We can give thanks in all things--because God is present in all things. Even in lack, we are not empty. Even when life feels uncertain, God is proven and trustworthy.

Cultivating a heart of gratitude is more than being polite. We're actively pressing against the darkness of cynicism and despair. We're participating in a deeper reality where God's goodness meets us in both joy and struggle. Stu shows us how to meditate on and delight in the Word of God. He shares practical ways to embrace gratitude and build others up in the Lord. Gratitude amidst hardship is a powerful witnessing weapon, especially to those who don't yet know Christ.

A daily commitment to gratitude can restore hope and joy to your everyday life. If you want to be light to a dark and desperate world, then join Stu in the journey of being Thanks-Living.

About the Author

STU EPPERSON, JR. is founder and president of The Truth Network, with radio stations across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, and Salt Lake City. Truth Network additionally develops and syndicates podcasts and programs on over 400 affiliates nationwide. Stu is also the host of Truth Talk and the author of two books: Last Words of Jesus and First Words of Jesus: From the Cradle to the Cross. He is on the Board of Directors of Salem Media and several other kingdom organizations. In his spare time, he enjoys coaching and playing basketball. His passion is that all people everywhere will experience truth. Stu lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with his wife, Julie. They have four daughters, a wonderful son-in-law, and two grandsons.

GARY CHAPMAN, PhD--author, speaker, counselor--has a passion for people and for helping them form lasting relationships. He is the #1 bestselling author of the 5 Love Languages(R) series and director of Marriage and Family Life Consultants, Inc. Gary travels the world presenting seminars, and his radio programs air on more than 400 stations. Learn more at www.5lovelanguages.com.