by Max Lucado
It all happened in a moment. In one moment . . . a most remarkable moment. The Word became flesh.
There will be another. The world will see another instantaneous transformation. You see, in becoming man, God made it possible for man to see God. When Jesus went home he left the back door open. As a result, “we shall all be changed—in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye.”5
The first moment of transformation went unnoticed by the world. But you can bet your sweet September that the second one won’t. The next time you use the phrase “just a moment, . . .” remember that’s all the time it will take to change this world.
The Lucado Reader’s Guide
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Discover . . . Inside every book by Max Lucado, you’ll find words of encouragement and inspiration that will draw you into a deeper experience with Jesus and treasures for your walk with God. What will you discover?
3:16: The Numbers of Hope
… the 26 words that can change your life.
core scripture: John 3:16
And the Angels Were Silent
… what Jesus Christ’s final days can teach you about what matters most.
core scripture: Matthew 20–27
The Applause of Heaven
… the secret to a truly satisfying life.
core scripture: The Beatitudes,
Matthew 5:1–10
Come Thirsty
… how to rehydrate your heart and sink into the wellspring of God’s love.
core scripture: John 7:37–38
Cure for the Common Life
… the unique things God designed you to do with your life.
core scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7
Every Day Deserves a Chance
… how living in a purposeful way will help you trust more, stress less.
core scripture: Psalm 118:24
Facing Your Giants
… when God is for you, no challenge is too great.
core scripture: 1 and 2 Samuel
Fearless
… how faith is the antidote to the fear in your life.
core scripture: John 14:1,3
A Gentle Thunder
… the God who will do whatever it takes to lead his children back to Him.
core scripture: Psalm 81:7
The Great House of God
… a blueprint for peace, joy, and love found in the Lord’s Prayer.
core scripture: The Lord’s Prayer, Matthew 6:9–13
God Came Near
… a love so great that it left heaven to become part of your world.
core scripture: John.1:14
He Chose the Nails
… a love so deep that it chose death on a cross—just to win your heart.
core scripture: 1 Peter 1:18–20
He Still Moves Stones
… the God who still does the impossible—in your life.
core scripture: Matthew 12:20
In the Eye of the Storm
… peace in the storms of your life.
core scripture: John 6
In the Grip of Grace
… the greatest gift of all—the grace of God.
core scripture: Romans
It’s Not About Me
… why focusing on God will make sense of your life.
core scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18
Just Like Jesus
… a life free from guilt, fear, and anxiety.
core scripture: Ephesians 4:23–24
A Love Worth Giving
… how living loved frees you to love others.
core scripture: 1 Corinthians 13
Next Door Savior
… a God who walked life’s hardest trials—and still walks with you through yours.
core scripture: Matthew 16:13–16
No Wonder They Call Him the Savior
… hope in the unlikeliest place— upon the cross.
core scripture: Romans 5:15
Outlive Your Life
… that a great God created you to do great things.
core scripture: Acts 1
Six Hours One Friday
… forgiveness and healing in the middle of loss and failure.
core scripture: John 19–20
Traveling Light
… the power to release the burdens you were never meant to carry.
core scripture: Psalm 23
When God Whispers Your Name
… the path to hope in knowing that God knows you, never forgets you, and cares about the details of your life.
core scripture: John 10:3
When Christ Comes
… why the best is yet to come.
core scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:23
Recommended reading if you’re struggling with . . .
FEAR AND WORRY
Come Thirsty
Fearless
For the Tough Times
Next Door Savior
Traveling Light
DISCOURAGEMENT
He Still Moves Stones
Next Door Savior
GRIEF/DEATH OF A LOVED ONE
Next Door Savior
Traveling Light
When Christ Comes
When God Whispers Your Name
GUILT
In the Grip of Grace
Just Like Jesus
LONELINESS
God Came Near
SIN
Facing Your Giants
He Chose the Nails
Six Hours One Friday
WEARINESS
When Got Whispers Your Name
Recommended reading if you want to know more about . . .
THE CROSS
And the Angels Were Silent
He Chose the Nails
No Wonder They Call Him the Savior
Six Hours One Friday
GRACE
He Chose the Nails
In the Grip of Grace
HEAVEN
The Applause of Heaven
When Christ Comes
SHARING THE GOSPEL
God Came Near
No Wonder They Call Him the Savior
Recommended reading if you’re looking for more . . .
COMFORT
For the Tough Times
He Chose the Nails
Next Door Savior
Traveling Light
COMPASSION
Outlive Your Life
COURAGE
Facing Your Giants
Fearless
HOPE
3:16: The Numbers of Hope
Facing Your Giants
A Gentle Thunder
God Came Near
JOY
The Applause of Heaven
Cure for the Common Life
When God Whispers Your Name
LOVE
Come Thirsty
A Love Worth Giving
No Wonder They Call Him the Savior
PEACE
And the Angels Were Silent
The Great House of God
In the Eye of the Storm
Traveling Light
SATISFACTION
And the Angels Were Silent
Come Thirsty
Cure for the Common Life
Every Day Deserves a Chance
TRUST
A Gentle Thunder
It’s Not About Me
Next Door Savior
Max Lucado books make great gifts!
If you’re coming up to a special occasion, consider one of these.
FOR ADULTS:
For the Tough Times
Grace for the Moment
Live Loved
The Lucado Life Lessons Study Bible
Mocha with Max
DaySpring Daybrighteners® and cards
FOR TEENS/GRADUATES:
Let the Journey Begin
You Can Be Everything God Wants You to Be
You Were Made to Make a Difference
FOR KIDS:
Just in Case You Ever Wonder
/> The Oak Inside the Acorn
You Are Special
FOR PASTORS AND TEACHERS:
God Thinks You’re Wonderful
You Changed My Life
AT CHRISTMAS:
The Crippled Lamb
Christmas Stories from Max Lucado
God Came Near
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author photo by Karen James
With over 100 million products in print, Max Lucado is one of America’s most widely read authors. He and his wife, Denalyn, live in San Antonio, Texas, where he serves the Oak Hills Church.
