the books that got us through that hard year 📖

Our top 10 bestselling books of the year that was so hard for us all Bestsellers of that Really Hard Year Editor's Note: Have you ever wondered what other people read? What readers loved and gifted for others? Here are our top 10 bestselling books last year among your fellow FaithGateway and Devotionals Daily readers.    2020 was brutal for all of us and 2021 has been a rough one too, hasn't it? We've all needed a little more peace. In the stresses, anxiety, and worry, in the strain, isolation, and intensity, we needed Jesus above all.    Thank you for continuing to support Christian retailers and authors through the pandemic, and for sharing the love of Christ with others through these inspiring messages. Our team has been brought to tears by how you have blessed teachers, small business owners, neighbors, friends, and family — and covered them with prayer this year! ~ Laurie McClure The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi by Kathie Lee Gifford A Top 10 bestseller two years in a row! Especially popular this year with armchair travelers. Connect deeper with the Bible and your faith in a journey through Israel and the Holy Land with Kathie Lee and Messianic Rabbi Jason Sobel, studying the Bible in its Hebrew context. As a lifelong student of Scripture, Gifford has always desired a deeper understanding of God's Word and a deeper knowledge of God Himself. But it wasn't until she began studying the biblical texts in their original Hebrew and Greek — along with actually hiking the ancient paths of Israel — that she found the fulfillment of those desires. Hardcover was $26.99 Sale $16.19  (40% off) LEARN MORE Indescribable by Louie Giglio Another Top 10 bestseller two years in a row! A favorite gift for children (and their curious adults). Discover the wonders of the universe with the Creator! This unique devotional displays the majesty of creation with scientific findings, photography, and original illustrations. The 100 devotions encourage awe at God's creativity. Indescribable: 100 Devotions About God & Science has sold over 100,000 copies nationwide! Hardcover was $17.99 Sale $10.00 (44% off) LEARN MORE You'll Get Through This by Max Lucado Though these unprecedented and challenging times may bring a load of uncertainty and fear that feels too heavy to bear, God gives us this promise: You'll get through this. Whether you find yourself in the pit of financial downturn, job loss, health crisis, or relationship stresses, God has a plan and a pathway forward for you. Max reminds us that God doesn't promise that getting through trials will be quick or painless. That certainly wasn't the case for Joseph who was tossed in a pit by his brothers, sold into slavery, wrongfully imprisoned, forgotten and dismissed, but God ultimately used the intended evil against Joseph for a greater purpose. Hardcover was $24.99 Sale $13.74 (45% off) LEARN MORE It's Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurst What do we do when God's timing seems questionable, His lack of intervention hurtful, and His promises doubtful? Lysa TerKeurst unveils her heart amid shattering circumstances and shows us how to live assured when life doesn't turn out like we hoped or expected. Some events may simply catch us off guard for a moment, but others shatter us completely. We feel disappointed and disillusioned, and we quietly start to wonder about the reality of God's goodness. Lysa understands this deeply. But she's also discovered that our disappointments can be the divine appointments our souls need to radically encounter God.  Hardcover was $24.99 Sale $17.49 (30% off) LEARN MORE Jesus: The God Who Knows Your Name by Max Lucado Do you ever feel like Jesus couldn't possibly know what you are going through? He's the God of the universe after all! Does He really know your daily struggles? The good news is: He does. For thirty-three years Jesus felt everything you have ever felt: Weakness. Weariness. Sadness. Rejection. His feet got tired. And His head ached. He was tempted and His strength was tested. And you know why? Because in becoming human, Jesus made it possible for us to see God. His tears, God's tears. His voice, God's voice. Want to know what matters to God? Find out what matters to Jesus. Want to know what in the world God is doing? Ponder the words and life of Jesus.  Hardcover was $24.99 Sale $17.49 (30% off) LEARN MORE Anxious for Nothing by Max Lucado Does the uncertainty and chaos of life keep you up at night? Is irrational anxiety your constant companion? Let God help you win the war on worry and receive the lasting peace of Christ. In Anxious for Nothing, Max invites us to delve into Philippians 4:6-7. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Softcover was $17.99 Sale $10.79 (40% off) LEARN MORE You Are Never Alone by Max Lucado Walk with Max Lucado through the life-giving miracles of Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John, and realize that Jesus is walking with you and lifting you out of your storms. This bestselling book will help you realize you are never without hope or strength because you are never, ever, alone.   Hardcover was $26.99 Sale $16.19 (40% off) LEARN MORE Embraced by Lysa TerKeurst Embraced is a beautiful devotional from Lysa TerKeurst, the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and New York Times bestselling author, from the collected writings of her bestselling books. The devotional makes a great gift and features 100 devotions, Scripture readings, and prayer prompts that will resonate with women in all stages of life by giving them a Godly perspective on the issues they face each day. Hardcover was $19.99 Sale $11.99 (40% off) LEARN MORE Then Sings My Soul by Robert J. Morgan Pastor Rob Morgan's inimitable style will help people reacquaint themselves with the hymns of the faithful. His goal is to keep these traditional hymns vital and meaningful to all generations. Hymns speak to our soul and add depth and meaning as we worship God through song. This year-long devotional journal shares the emotion behind the hymns of faith that have changed many lives throughout history — not only the people whose faith led them to write these wonderful hymns but also the people whose faith has been transformed by reading, hearing, and singing the songs.  Softcover was $19.99 Sale $10.99 (44% off) LEARN MORE ... And our bestselling study guide of the year! Get Out of Your Head Study Guide: A Study in Philippians by Jennie Allen This was one of our summer Online Bible studies and we were amazed at the response--so many people have been struggling with anxiety and negative self-talk during this pandemic. In Get Out of Your Head, Jennie gives us tools from the book of Philippians to stop the spiral of toxic thoughts, and transform our emotions, our outlook, and even our circumstances, by taking control of our minds.  Softcover was $16.99 Sale $11.89 (30% off) LEARN MORE *Sale prices valid through 9/30/2021, excluding eBooks.  eBooks purchases are fulfilled by our partner, Glose. Free U.S. shipping on orders $35 or more, excluding Alaska and Hawaii. Devotionals Daily ~ our mission is to help you grow and share your faith. Did you receive this message from a friend? Sign up to start receiving Devotionals Daily. FaithGateway ~ our mission is to help you grow and share your faith. Copyright © 2021 HarperCollins Christian Publishing. 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