results, search (2004-10-10). Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence (Special and Reved.). Thomas Nelson. ISBN 9781591451884. How often mortals rush to earthly friends who can serve them in so limited a way, when the friends who are freed from the limitations of humanity can serve them so much better, understand better, protect better, plan better, and even plead better their cause with Me. [22] And, one must ask, is the way to redirect one’s mind to whisper Jesus’ name? Yet these are allegedly the words of Jesus and should be obeyed, if that is true. However, no Scriptural support exists for whispering Jesus’ name as a way to “redirect” the mind. After many years of writing her own words in her prayer journal, missionary Sarah Young decided to be more attentive to the Savior's voice and begin listening for what He was saying. So with pen in hand, she embarked on a journey that forever changed her—and many others around the world.

Holy whispers?” Is the word “ holy” needed? And why is Jesus whispering? And the phrase “ so that I may fill you with my fullness” is awkward and unusual when compared to the actual words of Christ . For example, this declaration from Christ is so much more comforting and meaningful: Sarah Young | Author of Jesus Calling, Bestselling Devotional". Jesus Calling . Retrieved 2018-08-25. S ee CANA article on Ann Voskamp’s book, One Thousand Gifts at http://christiananswersforthenewage.org/Articles_OneThousandGifts.html Steffan, Melissa (1 October 2013). "Sarah Young Still Hears Jesus Calling". Christianity Today . Retrieved 5 February 2020.

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By spending time in the presence of the Savior with the much-loved devotions in Jesus Calling, you will: Downgrading thinking and the mind plays a part in New Age and Eastern spiritualities, with which I was once deeply involved. While it is true we can think evil thoughts and our minds can lead us astray, this statement goes further than anything in Scripture. Our mind and ability to think, unlike animals, is an aspect of how we are made in the image of God. Moreover, many scriptural passages exhort people to think and reason. Note: Some material is adapted from my online article on Jesus Calling at http://christiananswersforthenewage.org/Articles_JesusCalling.html) Publisher Thomas Nelson removed references to automatic writing from the book's introduction and claims the book contains Young's own thoughts and inspirations. [20] See also [ edit ]

Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence (2004) is a daily devotional book written by Christian author Sarah Young and published by Byron Williamson at Integrity Publishers, based in Brentwood, TN. Two years later, in September 2006, Integrity, along with its catalog of books, including Jesus Calling, were bought by Thomas Nelson. [1] The book offers readers a 365-day personal spiritual journey intended to help the reader experience a deeper relationship with Jesus. [2] The book was inspired, in part, by Sarah Young's reading of a related book, God Calling, authored by A. J. Russell. [3] According to Publishers Weekly, Jesus Calling had sold 30 million copies as of 2015. [4]Reread: I have turned to my Bible and daily devotional for comfort during a difficult year. I am now in mourning as my dear husband of 50 years quietly passed away in August. My God and my Bible have been my strength and comfort through rough days. Blessings during the Holiday Season in the manner in which you celebrate and I wish you all a very Happy New Year.