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A powerful and relevant guide for people new to the Christian faith or for people who need the basics presented to them clearly and dynamically. A favourite with churches across denominations.

Bible verse: 'Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.' Psalm 119:133. How can we live life as God intended us to - fully and freely? Using Scripture and wisdom gleaned from the author's many years in counselling others, this issue explores how we can truly walk in the freedom that Jesus won for us on the cross.

How can we trust that God is in control when there is such suffering in the world? Exploring the life of Habakkuk and the discoveries he made, this book shows how to rise above confusion and face the world with confidence. It reveals how we can learn to trust in God's plan for the future, stand firm in difficult times and more.

Before His ascension, Jesus made us a promise. HE gives us His same Spirit. This issue explores how we can experience the Holy Spirit in our lives - allowing Him to strengthen us, teach us, help us to persevere and enable us to be witnesses.

The God of All ComfortBible verse: `the God of all comfort... comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble' 2 Corinthians 1:3-4At some point or another, we all experience discomfort or pain, whether it be physical or emotional.

Have you ever wondered why some Christians are suffering and struggling whilst those of seemingly no faith seem to 'sail through life' untouched and unscathed? In this issue, the author takes us on a journey through Psalm 73, where the psalmist wrestles with and resolves these questions of doubt and confusion.

How can we live a life of simplicity in a complicated world? This book looks at areas such as our speech, our attitude to possessions, our inner security, handling success, being over-committed and dealing with temptation - and challenges us to live in the 'simplicity that is in Christ'.

What brings about the biggest difference in our lives? The work and fruit of the Holy Spirit can produce such a harvest of godly living that it can impress even the staunchest critics. The author looks at the fruit of the Spirit and helps us realise, more than ever before, what we reap when the Spirit is allowed to have full sway within us.