Most Popular Books by Emilie Barnes

Home-management experts and authors Emilie Barnes and Sheri Torelli spruce up this classic by adding newly updated material and an eye-catching cover. For more than 25 years, Emilie and Sheri have conducted time-management seminars and taken the opportunity to listen to the thousands of attending women express their hearts'' desires—to find more hours each day for what really matters most: family, home, and quality of life. This book is their response. Here''s a thorough collection of those time-tested answers to every woman''s dilemma... Establish simple systems that save time and money and gain peace of mind Organize the home''s problem areas—kitchen cupboards, crowded closets, home offices, and more Reclaim precious time for family and friends Filled with inspiration, encouragement, and tried-and-true tips, this book is a must-have for every woman!

The author of Fill My Cup, Lord provides a book of 15-minute-a-day devotions that explore the wisdom and peace of God, as she shares her personal insights along with God''s Word to help readers deepen their faith, experience God''s presence, and restore focus on Jesus--the true source of peace. Reprint.

Bestselling author Emilie Barnes has devoted her life to helping women carve more time out of their day for family, faith, and renewal. In these short and satisfying meditations, created especially for busy women, Emilie offers devotions to inspire and encourage practical suggestions for infusing life with faith closing prayers to place concerns in God''s hands Bible verses for wisdom and comfort space to write reflections Women from all walks of life who have ever desired the lasting refreshment of God''s presence will find meditations to meet them—right where they are. Formerly titled Minute Meditations for Women

Time and organizational management expert Emilie Barnes lets you in on more than a thousand of her best tips for cleaning, cooking, shopping, gardening, staying healthy, raising children, and much more. Book jacket.

Brimming with optimism and trust, Heal My Heart, Lord pours out a message of hope and assures women they can bring their needs to God and He will provide. Bestselling author Emilie Barnes leads women to quietness and peace through heartwarming chapters that focus on God''s remedies for difficult situations and offer words of encouragement to everyone facing difficult times. This uplifting collection of compassionate meditationsoffers the gentle reminder that it is precisely during times when "the valley of the shadow" seems too long to endure that we come to know the abundant reality of God''s presence. A treasured addition to any woman''s library or a thoughtful gift to a friend seeking to trust God and rest in His embrace.

Can you imagine the amazing wisdom available when three of today''s most admired Christian women get together to share with younger women what they''ve learned through the journey of their lives? Kay Arthur (co-founder of Precept Ministries, renowned speaker and author), Emilie Barnes (founder of More Hours in My Day, speaker, and author), and Donna Otto (founder and president of Homemakers by Choice, author and speaker) are dear friends who have put together Youniquely Woman conferences and this helpful and insightful book to present what they most wish they''d known when they started their lives as wives, mothers, and women of God. In a warm, inviting, and conversational manner, Kay, Emilie, and Donna share how to celebrate God''s unique imprint on your life by: bringing out the best in your marriage and your children capturing a vision for your home creating a strong relationship with God finding balance in every area of your life and much more

Bestselling author Emilie Barnes serves up spiritual refreshment in this inspiring devotional for women on the go. When your days feel scattered or the needs of your heart are great, her brief meditations will encourage you to experience God''s Word in personal waysfill your spirit with reminders of God''s faithfulnessenter God''s comforting presence through prayerturn your mind toward His real-life wisdomrest in the promises and love God has for you From Emilie''s heart to yours, each devotion will help you embrace—and be changed by—the hope, purpose, and joy God desires for your life this very minute.

Bestselling author Emilie Barnes leads women to quietness and peace through heartwarming chapters that focus on God''s remedies for difficult situations, including -- -- A Cup of Quietness for stressful times -- A Cup of Strength for brokenness and healing -- A Cup of Forgiveness for anger and bitternessBrimming with optimism and trust, Fill My Cup, Lord pours out a message of hope and assures women they can hold up their cups to God and He will fill them.

Devotions to Fit Your Busy Life It can be hard to carve out quiet time with God when so many things are competing for your attention. But the benefits of spending just 15 minutes a day drawing closer to Him greatly outweighs the commitment. Nurturing your relationship with your Heavenly Father will not only strengthen you spiritually, it will help you accomplish all you set out to do. Each entry in this beautifully bound edition of the bestselling 15 Minutes Alone with God (over half-a-million copies sold) features a short Scripture reading, key verse, an inspiring devotion, easy action steps, and additional verses for further study. Let these heartfelt insights from Emilie Barnes bring you into deeper fellowship with God. Emilie''s heart was always to help women like you in practical ways as you manage your busy home and life, and her words remain as inspiring today as when they were first published.

Do you live your life in a constant panic, trying to juggle the demands of family, home, and career? Are you so busy that there’s no time left to plan and execute the daily routines of life? There’s hope! With this expanded edition of the bestselling Survival for Busy Women, you can creatively beat stress and achieve a more balanced life through better organization—everything from your closets and menus to vacations and finances. Home-management expert Emilie Barnes outlines step-by-step how you can make time your friend eliminate clutter take the hassle out of meal preparation create special family times travel smart And much more! Here are 28 chapters with dozens of charts, illustrations, tips, and, ideas to help you get the most for your money, feel less pressure, and find more hours in your day for enjoying your family, job, and life.

Emilie Barnes, bestselling and beloved author, offers women practical advice, innovative suggestions for organizing, and biblical wisdom in this pocket-sized gem. Readers will love the simple suggestions that can make such a difference in daily life. Topics include a wonderful mix of spiritual insights and helpful suggestions: spending time with the Lord praying for words to comfort someone loving your partner making your home user friendly creating beautiful yet inexpensive gifts crafting unique cards for all occasions establishing family traditions Drawn from her popular, nationally syndicated radio spots “Keep It Simple,” these quick readings make it easy to fit uplifting and encouraging moments into busy schedules.

Much–loved author and home management expert Emilie Barnes wrote Quiet Moments Alone with God to help women develop consistent devotional habits. This beautiful deluxe edition, with a padded cover and in a take–anywhere compact size, is filled with heartfelt meditations for busy women. From someone who has been there, Emilie writes about God’s grace, family struggles, forgiveness, the challenges of everyday life, and other subjects close to heart and home. Each quiet moment includes a Scripture verse, a brief devotion, and an inspiring message takes 15 minutes or less to complete ends with encouragement to put thought to action Readers experience God’s touch daily as they make their way through this book spending a few Quiet Moments Alone with God.

Bestselling author Emilie Barnes inspires women to lead fulfilling and faith-filled lives. From a heart devoted to God, Emilie shapes devotions that give women a sanctuary to seek God, ask for His leading, and praise Him in all things. More than 100 select devotions from Emilie will lead women to the quiet, beautiful refuge of God’s love as they explore how to: trust God’s heart and purpose for them greet each day with gratitude and hope love and nurture their families center their dreams and decisions on God’s Word walk with faith through trials and times of joy Busy women juggling many responsibilities, plans, and needs will be delighted to come across this simple, lovely path to the peace and nourishment of God’s presence.

With her gifts of compassion and hospitality, Emilie Barnes invites busy moms to gather their thoughtsand prepare their hearts so they can experience Goda''s best each day forthemselves and their families. Welcoming images of a womana''s favorite placesa''from bathtubsto cozy reading nooksa''join these brief devotions and prayers to gently inspire motherswith encouragementa''their efforts makes a difference rest and renewala''personal needs and dreams are important thanksgivinga''prayers for a child reflect a thankful spirit fulfillmenta''this life is a part of Goda''s plan New moms and those wella''acquainted with motherhood willappreciate these calming reflections to soothe their spirit and celebrate their journey.

Draws on the authors'' experiences as well as the inspirational stories of others to celebrate friendship between women and present advice on how to stay in touch, foster spiritual relationships, and move from acquaintance into close friendship. Reprint.

While adults prompt young ones to practice their manners, many grown-ups are ready for a refresher course. Their manner expert is here! Emilie Barnes, bestselling author of A Little Book of Manners and life-management expert, is excited to share how manners strengthen adult relationships, professional interactions, social gatherings, and family ties. Not a day goes by that won''t be enhanced by Emilie''s advice on the art of introductions practicing corporate manners handling social taboos dining graciously as a host or a guest sharing values with children Includes wedding etiquette, dating manners, and that increasingly vital one—proper cell phone use! This entertaining, easy-to-read manual of manners reveals how acts of kindness transform a life at any age.

Like a great cup of tea, bestselling author Emilie Barnes'' devotions infuse a woman''s day with comfort, delight, and inspiration. This selection of devotions from Emilie''s Minute Meditations is accented by sidebars overflowing with recipes, interesting facts, and ways to savor tea. Emilie''s writings lead readers to draw closer to God''s heart celebrate the simple joys of daily living spend time honoring friendships discover how their unique gifts are meant to be shared express hospitality to family and to others Tea lovers and women looking for spiritual refreshment will be drawn to all this collection offers.

Bestselling authors Bob and Emilie Barnes are a couple committed to encouraging and inspiring others to build their families on a foundation of kindness and faith. With that caring goal in mind and biblical wisdom at heart, they present their best tips, ideas, and examples to help parents guide children of any age to become better listeners and communicators with peers and adults reflect a compassionate and helping heart for others experience confidence in social situations show respect for God and others through actions and words display daily manners at the table, on the phone, at school, and anywhere Filled with practical advice, this Barnes offering will strengthen parents, children, and families as they discover together how good manners make life more enjoyable while reflecting the love of God to others.

The good news? Time- and home-management expert Emilie Barnes has designed a simple and effective plan to get you and your family organized. Also included are dozens of recipes that you can prepare in less than an hour, make ahead of time and freeze, and use to dazzle company. Are you looking forward to having more time for yourself? Cleaning Up the Clutter will take you one step closer to the organized life you''ve always dreamed of! Book jacket.

Bestselling author and time-management expert Emilie Barnes gives women the basic strategies they need to survive in today''s busy world. Realistic and practical, each chapter offers proven methods for taking the stress out of meal planning, housekeeping, finances, holiday shopping, and more. In just 15 minutes a day, readers will discover how to-- whip their entire house into shape create a personalized daily planner double their closet space organize a fail-safe filing system Now with an updated cover, the "15-Minute Organizer" (over 220,000 copies sold) contains more than 75 time-saving strategies on topics that include goal setting, involving children in chores, grocery shopping, and record-keeping. Women will discover they can get ahead and stay ahead.

Emilie and Bob Barnes have compiled a poignant collection of time-honored poems, prayers, invocations, songs and salutations to bring inspiration to special gatherings, including holidays and bedtime. Beautiful artwork complements the prayers and blessings in this attractive hardbound treasury.

Following the format of their highly successful Minute Meditations for Women and Minute Meditations for Men, Emilie offers all-new devotions that encourage readers to seek God''s ultimate strength for hope and healing. These devotions, written while Emilie was undergoing cancer treatment, reflect the deep emotional needs and dependence on God that adversity sparks in people who are experiencing turbulent times. Filled with guidance, encouragement, inspiring quotes, and practical advice, Minute Meditations for Healing & Hope shares the richness of living in Christ and helps readers spend time in God''s Word and in prayer. A great addition to the comfort section at any bookstore and the perfect gift for someone struggling with illness, pain, or discouragement.

Well-known author Emilie Barnes celebrates the blessings of grandmothers and grandmotherhood with personal stories and shared tales from friends. Her warm advice and sincere encouragement are accompanied by artist Deb Strain''s country-charm paintings of old fashioned treasures.This collection of stories and wisdom inspires older women to embrace their place of honor in the family as they: share their experience with little ones pass along a legacy of memories, family, and faith model God''s love for grandchildren watch their children grow as parents create a fulfilling, whole lifeA lovely gathering of spirit and sentiment, this gift book will show grandmothers just how much they are appreciated and adored.

How can you cross everything off your "to do" list? By keeping it simple. Bestselling author Emilie Barnes reveals creative ways moms can simplify their lives, including easy decorating tips, motherly wisdom, and spiritual insights.

Suggests various ways of redoing a room and keeping it organized, including decorating hints, crafts, cleanup tips, storage ideas, and room-sharing solutions.

A lovely new cover and title for Minute Meditations for Couples from bestselling author Emilie Barnes and her husband, Bob, will enrich and mentor even more marriages with their messages of living for God, getting the most out of marriage, and managing time to create loving homes. Following the format of their highly successful Minute Meditations for Women and Minute Meditations for Men, Emilie and Bob offer inviting devotions that give busy couples quick opportunities to draw near to God—and each other. These devotions reflect the deep bonds and love that adversity sparks in couples committed to each other. Filled with encouragement, inspiring quotes, and practical advice, this relationship-nurturing devotional shares the richness of living in Christ and helps couples spend time together in God’s presence.

Bestselling author Emilie Barnes shares a new collection of devotions to encourage women in their faith. With the guidance and kindness of a mentor, Emilie inspires readers to infuse their lives with God’s Word. Brief devotions, wisdom from the Bible, and inspiring quotes lead women to be creative in how they praise God each day embrace the influence they have on others seek spiritual nourishment from Scripture prepare a home that is a sanctuary for family and visitors cultivate a quiet time for prayer and reflection Emilie teaches with compassion and insight and models for each woman how to share their faith through a daily commitment to their home, family, others, and God.

Featuring Sparks''s whimsical watercolors, this how-to-have-a-party book will help girls learn how to plan an event, practice good manners, make delightful childhood memories, and have a terrific time at the party of their choice.

This selection of favorite prayers and meditations from the pages of Barnes'' beloved "Minute Meditations for Healing and Hope" and "Minute Meditations on Prayer" are stepping stones to a personal sanctuary.

Two bestselling works complete in one volume.

A collection of menus and entertaining and decorating ideas for six teas to celebrate Christmas.

Connecting woman to woman with humility, grace and wisdom, Barnes writes about the health challenges she has faced in the past five years, broken family relationships and the process of healing, and God''s unfailing peace and loving presence in the midst of the darkest years of her life. A beautifully designed interior complements this book, rich in the life experiences, prayers and deepest thoughts of a woman who takes each day in step with God.

Emilie Barnes, bestselling author of Good Manners for Every Occasion, is eager to share the wonderful benefits of living with more poise, kindness, and class. Quickly accessible categories and perfectly portioned information make etiquette emergencies a thing of the past as readers have at their finger tips all they need to know about dining out or dining in, formally or informally putting family, neighbors, and strangers at ease communicating with confidence hosting any event with style and generosity being a gracious guest and friend This ideally sized volume of manners will help anyone, anytime be on their very best behavior and be comfortable and gracious in their daily interactions and endeavors.

In more than 30 years of ministry to women, Emilie Barnes has heard thousands of dating and marriage stories...some good, some bad. Drawing on these and her 50-plus years of being happily married to her husband, Emilie offers husbands key insights into understanding women, communicating so women will accept their input, and letting their loves know they are cherished. In easy-to-read chapters, readers will find─ tools for keeping their marriages uplifting effective ways to handle disagreements ways to keep biblical priorities regarding wives, children, and work questions to spark conversations with their wives Love Makers─little things they can do to delight their mates Advocating biblical values, Emilie encourages husbands to be leaders in their homes, to be strong protectors, to love their wives, and to grow spiritually. What Makes a Woman Feel Loved will help men strengthen and add romantic elements to their marriages.

Bestselling author and time''management expert Emilie Barnes gives women the basic strategies they need to survive in today''s busy world. Realistic and practical, each chapter offers proven methods for taking the stress out of meal planning, housekeeping, finances, holiday shopping, and more. In just 15 minutes a day, readers will discover how to? whip their entire house into shape create a personalized daily planner double their closet space organize a fail''safe filing system Now with an updated cover, the "15?Minute Organizer" (over 220,000 copies sold) contains more than 75 time''saving strategies on topics that include goal setting, involving children in chores, grocery shopping, and record''keeping. Women will discover they can get ahead and stay ahead.

Make a charming first impression as a holiday hostess with these lovely invitations. Each card has spaces for important party details and is adorned with exquisite, colorful artwork, both inside and out, form the cover of The Twelve teas of Christmas.