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Between your work and home obligations, having a daily quiet time with God often feels like another unattainable goal. With refreshing humor and heartwarming honesty, Emily Ryan debunks the myths of what qualifies as ""quiet time"" and provides new ways for you to connect with God that take into account your everyday commitments. Start enjoying the Father's presence as you experiment with ""Guilt-Free Ideas for More"" at the end of each chapter.

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For every myth we believe about spending time with God, Emily E. Ryan weaves biblical truths, personal testimonies, practical applications, and reflections to help us reframe our narratives about 'quiet time.' She skillfully balances laugh-out-loud humor with revelatory aha moments when comparing our picture of quiet time to the truth of where, when, and how God meets His children.--Casey Hilty, speaker and author of Her Children Arise Prepare to have God get your attention in an unexpected, personal way. I'm nearing my eighth decade and little surprises me any longer. This book did. I've read through the Bible every year for ages, but there were fresh insights in this small treasure of a volume. This is a book to savor and to share.--Shirley E. Leonard, author of With Each Passing Moment As someone who continues to recover from a legalistic background, I found this book refreshing in its biblical approach to exposing myths that often hinder our desire to spend time with God. If you're ready to unlock the chains of guilt, shame, and the constant feeling of failure and enjoy your time with God again, Guilt-Free Quiet Times will take you by the hand and walk with you toward the freedom that is yours in Christ Jesus.--Cathy Baker, founder of Creative Pauses Emily Ryan's words step into our traditional quiet time stories like a gentle midwife, leading us out of the land of expectations into the fullness of life Jesus set us free to enjoy. If I had to choose one book to gift to a new believer or a worn-out saint, I'd pick Guilt-Free Quiet Times.--Janet Newberry, author, speaker, podcaster, and consultant Finally, there is a book that helps us understand that we don't need to feel shame about our crazy lives and the way we seek God in real-life moments. Emily Ryan's Guilt-Free Quiet Times is the bondage-breaking book that women need! If you have ever felt that pit in your stomach about being inconsistent or bewildered about having time with the Lord, get ready to find freedom from the myths that have been holding you back.--Amber Lia, devoted quiet time momma of four sons and best-selling author From the time I picked up Guilt-Free Quiet Times, I was unable to put it down. Every single page is now highlighted with 'wow' as I found the book powerful and true. Fun to read and right to the point, every page is power-packed with wisdom!--Christine Abraham, founder of Bible Cafe Like St. George valiantly slaying the dragon, Emily Ryan confronts the destructive myths that keep many of us from having the personal time with the Lord that we desire. Guilt-Free Quiet Times will help you seek the Lord in your own way, in your own time. Read it more than once. Buy copies for your friends. I already know what I'll be giving as Christmas gifts this year!--Shirley Raye Redmond, author of Courageous World Changers, winner of the 2021 Christianity Today Book Award

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Emily E. Ryan is a pastor's wife and mother of four who loves how writing helps her see Jesus in everyday moments. In this season of life, most of those moments involve pouring into the lives of teenagers, both as a mom and as an English teacher, and she is energized by the call to share Jesus across generations. She is the author of Who Has Your Heart? The Single Woman's Pursuit of Godliness, a regular contributor to Guideposts, and a women's event speaker. Emily and her family live in the great state of Texas, but you can avoid the heat and humidity by visiting her online at emilyeryan.com.

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