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Hot-button issues dominating our culture can make speaking out feel taboo. Hiding from hard conversations won’t work. We need to know what God actually says about these issues, and by looking to Scripture, we can find the answers. In Taboo, author Mike Novotny covers deeply personal, vulnerable, and emotional topics, handling them with grace and respect. It’s the ultimate resource for Christians looking to create change and deal with struggles in their own lives.

One tiny little sentence can change your life. Ready for it? "God is here." It may sound obvious at first, but truly understanding these three words is the key to more happiness, less boredom, more rest, less rush, more love, less drama, more peace, less fear. A deeply satisfying life doesn't require a sabbatical, a mission trip, or a New Year's resolution. As long as God is glorious enough and near enough, you can enjoy the life that is truly life - not just the cheap substitutes we've settled for.

You’re never alone—and always loved! Loneliness—it can stem from digital connections, the loss of a spouse, self-isolation, family rifts, or even feeling alone in a crowd. We’ve all wrestled with loneliness at times . . . but you don’t have to stay trapped in it. Learn how to exchange your loneliness for a life of deeper, more satisfying relationships with this book by Mike Novotny. God made you to enjoy a vibrant relationship with him, resting and rejoicing in his never-ending love. But loneliness robs you of this joy and keeps you isolated from others. This book gives you ...

Life can feel like too much. Always on. Always scrolling. Always trying to keep up. You tell yourself to “push through,” but inside, you’re running on empty. There’s a better way. Beyond Burnout is an honest, practical guide to finding the rest you’ve been craving. In short, down-to-earth chapters, Pastor Mike Novotny and Dr. Bruce Becker share how ancient rhythms of life—modeled by Jesus himself—can bring peace, balance, and hope back into your everyday life. This isn’t another self-help formula. It’s about discovering: How to breathe again in a culture that never stops. ...

¿Quién es DIOS? ¿Cómo es DIOS? ¿Quién es exactamente Jesús y qué hizo? ¿Qué piensan DIOS y Jesús de mí? ¿Qué es la fe y qué significa ser salvo? ¿Alguna vez se ha hecho esas preguntas? Para algunas personas, son tan básicas que les da vergüenza hacerlas. Pero no hay razón para avergonzarse, porque las respuestas a esas preguntas lo cambiarán. "Lo básico: Dios. Usted. Jesús. La fe" no responderá todas las preguntas espirituales que usted tenga, pero le dará un excelente fundamento para comenzar el viaje como Cristiano.

Do you live in Kindoftrueville? It’s that place where you share enough of yourself to get by but hold back the one “taboo” sin that fills you with shame. Or where you love that friend just like Jesus does but casually ignore the addictions, habits, or choices eating them alive. A lot of Christians these days live there—trapped by fear and shame. You may even feel stuck there. But the truth is, you don’t have to stay there. This book by Pastor Mike Novotny shows you how to face your fears, get to the other side of awkward, and bravely step into the freedom honesty brings. You’ll ...

Si estás sufriendo, sabes lo difícil que es ver tu camino hacia adelante. El sufrimiento tiene una forma de nublar tu visión. Puede hacerte sentir aislado, olvidado, confundido, sin rumbo, e incluso, sin esperanza. ¿Cómo manejas la aflicción en tu vida cuando no puedes controlarla o darle sentido? Esa es la pregunta que el Pastor Mike Novotny responde en Cuando La Vida Duele. Este viaje real y a veces crudo a través del libro de Job, aborda las preguntas difíciles sobre cómo el dolor afecta tu vida y qué hacer cuando lo hace. Con preguntas de estudio al final de cada capítulo, ...

If you’re hurting, you know how hard it is to see your way forward. Suffering has a way of clouding your vision. It can make you feel isolated, forgotten, confused, aimless, and even hopeless. How do you navigate the heartache in your life when you can’t control it or make sense of it? That’s the question Pastor Mike Novotny answers in When Life Hurts. This real and sometimes raw journey through the book of Job tackles the tough questions about how pain affects your life and what to do when it does. Complete with study questions at the end of each chapter, this book offers more than ...

The news cycle runs on fear. The future looks like a terrifying sci-fi film come to life. And no one seems to know what’s going to happen next. So what’s a concerned or troubled person to do? Find out in this book by Mike Novotny and Tim Glende. You may think of Revelation as a strange book with a confusing message, but God has a very simple purpose for this final book of the Bible—to fill you with hope. Sure, the world looks like it’s falling apart. Satan looks like he has the upper hand. And you may even wonder if Jesus can really pull out the victory. But in Jesus Wins! you’ll ...

Jesus wants his people to be known for their love, yet love is often the last thing homosexuals find in the Christian church. Gay & God: Loving Everyone God Made and Everything God Wrote explores the deep meaning and true significance of Jesus’ simple words, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” It teaches you what the Bible actually says on the topic of homosexuality—and empowers you to show the love of Christ in our culture today. Jesus modeled perfectly the way to deal with any human being, regardless of their sexuality or their sin, by boldly proclaiming the truth and offering ...

Do you ever feel like you're not growing in your faith the way you're supposed to? It turns out, there are forces working against you—threats to your faith—trying to keep you from flourishing in your relationship with God. One of Jesus' parables deals with this very issue: the story about the sower, the seed, and the soil. Just as a farmer doesn't toss seed on the ground to get rid of it, God never brings you into contact with his Word for no reason. If you're wondering why your faith isn't working in some aspects of your life, this book may be what you've been looking for.

Jesús quiere que su gente sea conocida por su amor. Sin embargo, el amor suele ser lo último que las personas homosexuales encuentran en la iglesia cristiana. "Dios y los Gays: Amando a todos a quienes Dios creó y todo lo que Dios escribió". Explora el profundo y verdadero significado de las simples palabras de Jesús: “Ama a tu prójimo como a ti mismo.” "Dios y los Gays" revela lo que realmente dice la Biblia sobre la homosexualidad y te empodera para reflejar el amor de Cristo en la cultura actual. Jesús modeló perfectamente cómo tratar a cualquier ser humano, sin importar su ...

Prayer is your connection to the promises of God in Christ Jesus—an invitation to approach your heavenly Father and let him shape your heart, strengthen your faith, and speak personally into your life. Start building the lifelong habit of daily prayer and gain access to a supernatural power source with this devotional prayer journal. Each of the 45 devotions includes a passage of Scripture, a journal question, and either a written prayer or a prayer prompt to help you pray with more passion, depth, consistency, and power. God is your power source. And he’s given you prayer to fuel your ...

This is a book about how to deal with the challenges you face in life . . . but it’s not what you think. Because when it comes to dealing with things like conflict with others, anxiety, shame, or even death, the solutions start with God’s truth transforming YOU from the inside out. God knows every emotion, temptation, and heartache you face as you wrestle through life’s difficulties—and he wants to guide you through each one. How to Deal invites you to bring your most personal struggles before the God who loves you unconditionally and discover how his Word acts like a user manual ...

Who is God? What is he like? What does he think of you? What exactly was Jesus all about? How do you get “saved”? And what does “getting saved” mean anyway? What can you do if you want to know the answers to these questions? Pastor Mike wants to help you understand who our big, amazing God is. This podcast won’t answer every question you have about God, Jesus, or faith. But it will help you start your journey to understanding the hope and love that can only come from God. You can also download a free e-book of "The Basics" at timeofgrace.org/TheBasics

We’re all seeking something in our daily lives—relief in a high-stress world . . . rest in a fast-paced society . . . hope in a discouraging culture . . . But there’s only one place to go for what you need most—to Jesus. This easy-to-use, 365-day devotional invites you to look to God all year to meet your every need and strengthen you for all that life brings. Each inspiring devotion includes promises from God’s Word and practical wisdom to help you shine for Christ no matter your circumstances.

Who is GOD? What is GOD like? Who exactly is Jesus, and what did he do? What do GOD and Jesus think of me? What is faith, and what does it mean to be saved? Have you ever wondered these questions? For some people, they seem so basic that they’re embarrassed to ask them. But there’s no reason to be embarrassed—because the answers to these questions will change you. The Basics: God. You. Jesus. Faith. won’t answer every spiritual question you have, but it will give you a great foundation to begin the journey as a Christian.

Your wedding was perfect. But between saying the vows and actually living your marriage . . . there’s a whole world no one really prepares you for. Pastor Mike Novotny remembers that world well. He and his wife stepped into marriage with deep love—but almost no shared expectations about money, communication, sex, family, faith, chores, or even what “being sick” really meant. Like most couples, they learned a lot by bumping into things they never saw coming. This book is the guide the Novotnys wish they’d had, so Pastor Mike wrote it with you in mind. From mismatched assumptions ...

Life doesn’t slow down. You barely make it through one day before the next comes rushing at you with a fresh set of challenges. You need a reset, a moment of clarity, a chance to catch your breath. You need God’s grace and truth. The Grace & Truth devotional meets you in that space—with a year’s worth of daily readings to anchor your heart in the promises of God’s Word. Whether your day feels chaotic, calm, joyful, or overwhelming, each entry offers just what you need: biblical insight, honest encouragement, and practical truth for real life. Let this become your daily rhythm: a ...

Tiempo de Gracia ofrece enseñanza bíblica que es clara y relevante para tu vida diaria. Escucha para saber cómo el Pastor Mike Novotny trae la Palabra de Dios a algunos de los problemas más difíciles y revela el asombroso amor de Dios por ti.