Thirsting for Peace
The Healing Message of Forgiveness
by Candice Johnson

This book offers a practical, down-to-earth look at the difficult topic of forgiveness. Using various scriptural references, readers are encouraged to explore self-forgiveness as well as the role of forgiveness in their relationship with God and in their relationships with others.

From Gutter to Holy Ground
The Healing Message of Bartimaeus
by Candice Johnson

Bartimaeus, a blind beggar Jesus encounters on his way to the cross, has much to teach readers about the beggar that lives inside all of us. His is a story that challenges readers to a life of courage and obedience. Bartimaeus’ story shares the profound changes he experienced when he accepted Jesus’ invitation to replace blind eyes for blind faith.

Out on a Limb
The Healing Message of Zaccheus
by Candice Johnson

As Christians, we often mistake our wounds for sins. We confess what seems to be wrong in our lives over and over and wonder why we continue on the same path. Zacchaeus teaches us that most certainly we do need to confess our sins, repent, and receive forgiveness. His life models for us the need to distinguish between sin and wound. Zacchaeus teaches us to accept Jesus’ invitation into the wounded places of our lives, trusting his healing power.

Waiting to Walk
The Healing Message of the Paralytic
by Shelia Watson

This story deals with the paralytic in all of us, encouraging us to look at the spiritual wounds that keep us sitting on our mats waiting for help. The story leads us to ponder the question Jesus puts before us -- "Do you want to be well?" -- and the soul searching that accompanies the answer.

Unexpected Witness
The Healing Message of the Woman at the Well
by Shelia Watson

We meet this woman at the well, a place we often visit in our spiritually dehydrated lives. We come because we are drawn. We come because we thirst. It's where we meet Jesus and encounter Truth, breaking the chains of silence we've grown accustomed to. The encounter with Jesus -- and facing the truth about ourselves and our situations -- is perhaps one of the most important of our lives.

Feasting on Crumbs
The Healing Message of the Canaanite Woman
by Candice Johnson

This book provides the readers an opportunity to learn from the courage and faith of an unlikely teacher. The challenging story of an unnamed woman of Syrophoenician decent speaks a clear message about persistence, obedience, and God’s inclusive love. When examined carefully, her story encourages the reader to embrace and relish the abundance God offers us.

When Light Shatters Darkness
The Healing Message of the Hemorrhaging Woman
by Candice Johnson

This unnamed woman teaches readers that "dis-ease" results from attempting to neatly compartmentalize life. Her message is a lesson on the inter-connectedness and inter-relatedness of the mind, body, and spirit. Her story encourages readers to examine the difference between curing and healing and to accept the wholeness Jesus offers.