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The Godwink Series #3
Godwink Stories: A Devotional (3)
Building on the themes in his wildly popular book GodWinks , SQuire Rushnell teaches how to seize certainty in uncertain times, enriching your career and relationships.
Building on the themes in his popular book When God Winks , SQuire Rushnell shares real-life stories that are certain to uplift and encourage you.
The stories in this book reaffirm that godwinks happen to everyone . We just need to learn how to see them, allow them to unfold, and accept them as direct, person-to-person communications from God to each of us.
As you’ll see, those so-called coincidences that you’d been dismissing so easily really do mean something. And you need to pay attention. They are like unopened gifts that have been placed upon your doorstep.
You will be amazed to read how every joy, every hurt, and every worry that happens to you has already been written about in the Bible. Godwink Stories simply draws upon the parallel between the stories of real people and God’s wisdom in the scriptures.
Godwink Stories can be read in various ways. You can read the book cover to cover. Or follow along each week for a year. It’s also perfect to read for a pick-me-up story that fits your need of the day.
Whether you’re looking for encouragement in a time of need or a story that speaks of joy, there’s a godwink story just for you.
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Godwink Stories offers weekly readings of godwinks and miracles to encourage and inspire you in every situation. These true stories— from ordinary people—provide
Messages of “don’t give up”
Heartfelt need for love and guidance
Hope in the midst of medical crises
“Just in time” moments
Peace in times of sorrow
Tender love stories
Amazing answers to prayer
Building on the themes in his popular book When God Winks , SQuire Rushnell shares real-life stories that are certain to uplift and encourage you.
The stories in this book reaffirm that godwinks happen to everyone . We just need to learn how to see them, allow them to unfold, and accept them as direct, person-to-person communications from God to each of us.
As you’ll see, those so-called coincidences that you’d been dismissing so easily really do mean something. And you need to pay attention. They are like unopened gifts that have been placed upon your doorstep.
You will be amazed to read how every joy, every hurt, and every worry that happens to you has already been written about in the Bible. Godwink Stories simply draws upon the parallel between the stories of real people and God’s wisdom in the scriptures.
Godwink Stories can be read in various ways. You can read the book cover to cover. Or follow along each week for a year. It’s also perfect to read for a pick-me-up story that fits your need of the day.
Whether you’re looking for encouragement in a time of need or a story that speaks of joy, there’s a godwink story just for you.
***
Godwink Stories offers weekly readings of godwinks and miracles to encourage and inspire you in every situation. These true stories— from ordinary people—provide
Messages of “don’t give up”
Heartfelt need for love and guidance
Hope in the midst of medical crises
“Just in time” moments
Peace in times of sorrow
Tender love stories
Amazing answers to prayer
256 pages, Hardcover
First published December 4, 2012
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July 17, 2020
I needed this book this week. I needed to once again ground my thoughts and look around me and see how much God is looking over me and the world. These stories are short and amazing. I love this series.
November 26, 2012
"The centerpiece of this book is the collection of charming, heartfelt, and astonishing letters I have received from people like you who have taken the time to share their life-altering godwink stories.
These warm letters reaffirm that godwinks happen to everyone. We just need to learn how to see them, allow them to unfold, and accept them as direct, person-to-person communications from God to each of us.
As you'll see, every note, buoyant with enthusiasm, is from someone like a new friend of yours who tells you that those so-called coincidences you've been dismissing really do mean something. And you need to pay special attention. They are like unopened gifts that have been placed on your doorstop.
If you're like me, you will also be impressed at how every joy, every hurt, and every worry you encounter has already been written about in the Bible. Godwink Stories simply draws upon the parallel between the letters of real people and the wisdom God had others write into the ancient Scriptures three thousand years ago.
Godwink Stories can be read in various ways. You may decide to read the book cover to cover. You may wish to place it on your nightstand to read one bite-size mini-chapter per week for fifty-two weeks. Or you may just want a pick-me-up-story that fits your need of the day. Godwink Stories is cross-referenced by category - suiting your desire to peruse a letter that speaks to a time of sorrow or your appetite for an uplifting bedtime story. " (pg 9-10).Each story is linked with a specific biblical scripture that ties the letter to the Bible, along with an insightful information that is geared to make you think about a situation before you read the letter.
Some of the categories you can search for are Times of Sorrow, Medical, Heartfelt, Angels, Don't Quit, Divine Alignment, Just In Time, Love Stories, Uplifting, and Prayer. You are geared to find something to inspire you at just the right moment or perhaps encourage and share a story with others in need. This is truly a gift that you can give at anytime of the year and would make the perfect Christmas gift. I received Godwink Stories: A Devotional by Squire Rushnell and Louise Duart compliments of Howard Books, a division of Simon & Schuster Publishers for my honest review.
If you love books like Chicken Soup for the Soul but geared for more faith based and inspirational readers, than this is the perfect book for you. I chose to read mine like a great dessert, a little bit at a time each night and there is truly something geared to make you smile, sigh and even reflect on your life or the life of someone you know. I personally rate this one a 4 out of 5 stars. The one story that really hit home for me this week in particular was called "Can I Trust God to Look Out for Me?" It talks about how so many times it feels as if everything is going wrong and often times we wonder where is God in all of this. The scripture reference was 1 Peter 5:8 " Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Too often times we look to God for the blame when it's the enemy we should be pointing our finger at. It reminds us through three separate letters of others in the same circumstance as you, that if you've gotten into the habit of fortifying your daily life with prayer, you'll find yourself better prepared for an emergency when it comes.
These warm letters reaffirm that godwinks happen to everyone. We just need to learn how to see them, allow them to unfold, and accept them as direct, person-to-person communications from God to each of us.
As you'll see, every note, buoyant with enthusiasm, is from someone like a new friend of yours who tells you that those so-called coincidences you've been dismissing really do mean something. And you need to pay special attention. They are like unopened gifts that have been placed on your doorstop.
If you're like me, you will also be impressed at how every joy, every hurt, and every worry you encounter has already been written about in the Bible. Godwink Stories simply draws upon the parallel between the letters of real people and the wisdom God had others write into the ancient Scriptures three thousand years ago.
Godwink Stories can be read in various ways. You may decide to read the book cover to cover. You may wish to place it on your nightstand to read one bite-size mini-chapter per week for fifty-two weeks. Or you may just want a pick-me-up-story that fits your need of the day. Godwink Stories is cross-referenced by category - suiting your desire to peruse a letter that speaks to a time of sorrow or your appetite for an uplifting bedtime story. " (pg 9-10).Each story is linked with a specific biblical scripture that ties the letter to the Bible, along with an insightful information that is geared to make you think about a situation before you read the letter.
Some of the categories you can search for are Times of Sorrow, Medical, Heartfelt, Angels, Don't Quit, Divine Alignment, Just In Time, Love Stories, Uplifting, and Prayer. You are geared to find something to inspire you at just the right moment or perhaps encourage and share a story with others in need. This is truly a gift that you can give at anytime of the year and would make the perfect Christmas gift. I received Godwink Stories: A Devotional by Squire Rushnell and Louise Duart compliments of Howard Books, a division of Simon & Schuster Publishers for my honest review.
If you love books like Chicken Soup for the Soul but geared for more faith based and inspirational readers, than this is the perfect book for you. I chose to read mine like a great dessert, a little bit at a time each night and there is truly something geared to make you smile, sigh and even reflect on your life or the life of someone you know. I personally rate this one a 4 out of 5 stars. The one story that really hit home for me this week in particular was called "Can I Trust God to Look Out for Me?" It talks about how so many times it feels as if everything is going wrong and often times we wonder where is God in all of this. The scripture reference was 1 Peter 5:8 " Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Too often times we look to God for the blame when it's the enemy we should be pointing our finger at. It reminds us through three separate letters of others in the same circumstance as you, that if you've gotten into the habit of fortifying your daily life with prayer, you'll find yourself better prepared for an emergency when it comes.
January 2, 2022
Did this as a nightly devotional with my Fiance and we both enjoyed it. Some of the stories were a bit of a stretch in my view but overall it was a nice reminder that God is present in the small moments of life.
December 5, 2017
Exceptional. Very inspiring and can change the way you look at life.
August 22, 2018
Perfect for a daily devotional! A few thoughtful pages a day got the mind right.
July 3, 2020
Great stories
January 2, 2021
An inspiring holiday read. 30 short chapters make it easy to read each day in December (or whenever!). Uplifting and hopeful.
February 16, 2021
These little stories are very inspirational.
July 28, 2021
This book is full of stories with coincidences. An inordinate value is placed on these coincidences, attributing them to God, as a message from him.
October 24, 2022
Love these books 💛
November 4, 2023
very good book and lots of awesome stories..Godwinks are important to all people of all walks of life..
January 15, 2024
Want a bit of encouragement to start or end your day-read a few of these stories. May we all be more aware of GODWINKS that God sends our way.
December 4, 2024
Love the stories in this book series. Very inspirational and touching. Really makes you think about wonderful Godwink that have happened in my life.
November 24, 2021
HIGHLIGHTS:
1. Step out in faith. Take action on God‘s nudges.
2. Be in the flow of God's highway.
1. Step out in faith. Take action on God‘s nudges.
2. Be in the flow of God's highway.
November 28, 2012
SQuire Rushnell & Louise DuArt in their new book “Godwink Stories” published by Howard Books gives us weekly readings of godwinks and miracles to encourage and inspire you in every situation.
From the inside jacket flap: Building on the themes in his popular book When God Winks, SQuire Rushnell shares real-life stories that are certain to uplift and encourage you.
The stories in this book reaffirm that godwinks happen to everyone. We just need to learn how to see them, allow them to unfold, and accept them as direct, person-to-person communications from God to each of us.
As you’ll see, those so-called coincidences that you’d been dismissing so easily really do mean something. And you need to pay attention. They are like unopened gifts that have been placed upon your doorstep.
You will be amazed to read how every joy, every hurt, and every worry that happens to you has already been written about in the Bible. Godwink Stories simply draws upon the parallel between the stories of real people and God’s wisdom in the scriptures.
Godwink Stories can be read in various ways. You can read the book cover to cover. Or follow along each week for a year. It’s also perfect to read for a pick-me-up story that fits your need of the day.
Whether you’re looking for encouragement in a time of need or a story that speaks of joy, there’s a godwink story just for you.
Why do we need a new daily devotional? Most of us need help to focus our attention. There are so many things that vie for our attention and we juggle so many that, sometimes, we lose sight of what really is important. So we need this devotional to help calm and center us. We sometimes miss God speaking to us because we dismiss the circumstance as merely coincidence. These true stories— from ordinary people—provide: Messages of “don’t give up”, Heartfelt need for love and guidance, Hope in the midst of medical crises, “Just in time” moments, Peace in times of sorrow, Tender love stories and Amazing answers to prayer. “Godwink Stories” is not a time-consuming read. They are only a few pages long and are quick reads but they are oh so helpful to properly channel our energies in the right direction. If we use these daily devotionals correctly we will all be the better for it. It is perfect to give as gifts to family and friends that they, also, will use month after month and thank you for it. I recommend this book highly!
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Howard Books. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
From the inside jacket flap: Building on the themes in his popular book When God Winks, SQuire Rushnell shares real-life stories that are certain to uplift and encourage you.
The stories in this book reaffirm that godwinks happen to everyone. We just need to learn how to see them, allow them to unfold, and accept them as direct, person-to-person communications from God to each of us.
As you’ll see, those so-called coincidences that you’d been dismissing so easily really do mean something. And you need to pay attention. They are like unopened gifts that have been placed upon your doorstep.
You will be amazed to read how every joy, every hurt, and every worry that happens to you has already been written about in the Bible. Godwink Stories simply draws upon the parallel between the stories of real people and God’s wisdom in the scriptures.
Godwink Stories can be read in various ways. You can read the book cover to cover. Or follow along each week for a year. It’s also perfect to read for a pick-me-up story that fits your need of the day.
Whether you’re looking for encouragement in a time of need or a story that speaks of joy, there’s a godwink story just for you.
Why do we need a new daily devotional? Most of us need help to focus our attention. There are so many things that vie for our attention and we juggle so many that, sometimes, we lose sight of what really is important. So we need this devotional to help calm and center us. We sometimes miss God speaking to us because we dismiss the circumstance as merely coincidence. These true stories— from ordinary people—provide: Messages of “don’t give up”, Heartfelt need for love and guidance, Hope in the midst of medical crises, “Just in time” moments, Peace in times of sorrow, Tender love stories and Amazing answers to prayer. “Godwink Stories” is not a time-consuming read. They are only a few pages long and are quick reads but they are oh so helpful to properly channel our energies in the right direction. If we use these daily devotionals correctly we will all be the better for it. It is perfect to give as gifts to family and friends that they, also, will use month after month and thank you for it. I recommend this book highly!
If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 hours non-stop, commercial free Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Howard Books. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
November 26, 2013
This is a collection of small devotionals that some would call coincidences but believers call miracles. They are things that just happened that weren't necessarily prayed for. They just show that God cares and loves his people. Very touching and sweet.
November 19, 2020
I really enjoyed hearing these stories read by the authors. So good to hear of so many actions of God.
December 9, 2012
I love these books. I read it slowly and enjoyed each story...
December 19, 2012
Picked this up with the intention of reading one story a week. ( it is written in 52 chapters/stories) But the deep feelings I come away with propel me to read on more quickly. Inspirational
January 18, 2013
Tremendous book, great read with a lot of inspirational stories.
November 16, 2015
3.5 stars
September 18, 2016
Love this book
April 26, 2017
Long time coming!
This book explains in layman terms what has been happening most of my life. So glad to know so many others are just as fortunate!!
This book explains in layman terms what has been happening most of my life. So glad to know so many others are just as fortunate!!
June 21, 2018
Not only is this a nice little devotional but one of my own stories was published in this book. I was in touch with the author and sent him a personal story not realizing he was compiling stories from readers to include in his next book. I was surprised to hear back from the author, SQuire Rushnell, indicating his interest in my story that I thought was hardly worthy of being published in a book like this. So I submitted a story about a God Wink moment I had and then had another God Wink in submitting it at just the right time.
Interestingly, I had a yet another God Wink during the process. As it happened, I gave a signed copy of this book to my Mother who in turn gave me another one of SQuire's books. Niether of us had any idea we were thinking along the same lines in choosing a gift. It was a fun moment as we both opened our books at the same time on Christmas day. <
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Additionally, my story appeared on chapter 44 which happens to be my favorite number and the title of the chapter was "Divine Alignment". The title of the book my Mother gave me? "Divine Alignment". It's hard to explain away things like that - and that's the point SQuire makes in his books. It's not coincidence, it's a God Wink.
Interestingly, I had a yet another God Wink during the process. As it happened, I gave a signed copy of this book to my Mother who in turn gave me another one of SQuire's books. Niether of us had any idea we were thinking along the same lines in choosing a gift. It was a fun moment as we both opened our books at the same time on Christmas day. <
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Additionally, my story appeared on chapter 44 which happens to be my favorite number and the title of the chapter was "Divine Alignment". The title of the book my Mother gave me? "Divine Alignment". It's hard to explain away things like that - and that's the point SQuire makes in his books. It's not coincidence, it's a God Wink.
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