The Deep Down Things - Print

The Deep Down Things
Practices for Growing Hope in Times of Despair

By Amber C. Haines; Seth Haines

A compassionate guide offering spiritual practices to nurture hope and resilience in seasons of grief, doubt, and despair.

Learn how to:

• Develop practices that cultivate hope in times of darkness and uncertainty
• Integrate faith with emotional and mental health challenges
• Build resilience through prayer, meditation, and other spiritual disciplines
• Find comfort and healing in God’s presence during difficult seasons
• Apply ancient spiritual practices to modern life struggles
• Strengthen your faith journey through vulnerability and authenticity
• Discover pathways to joy and peace amid grief and despair

Features

• Written by Amber C. Haines and Seth Haines, authors with deep personal experience of suffering and healing
• Practical exercises and reflections for integrating faith and emotional healing
• Suitable for individual reflection, small groups, or pastoral care settings
• Accessible language that speaks to people of various spiritual backgrounds
• Encouraging and compassionate tone for those feeling lost or overwhelmed

Soft cover, 192pp
ISBN: 9781587435638
2.03 cms H x 20.83 cms L x 14.48 cms W (0.27 kgs)
Brazos Press (2023)

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Description

Amber and Seth Haines provide a heartfelt and practical approach to finding hope and healing through spiritual practices.

Written by two authors who have walked through seasons of grief, doubt, and pain, this book offers readers a compassionate guide to cultivating resilience and peace.

Drawing on their personal experiences and insights from Christian tradition, Haines and Haines explore how spiritual practices like prayer, meditation, contemplation, and communal worship can help individuals navigate life's darkest moments.

Their reflections are grounded in authenticity, acknowledging the complexity of faith in times of despair while offering practical tools for spiritual growth.

The Deep Down Things is ideal for anyone seeking spiritual encouragement, especially those grappling with grief, anxiety, or doubt. Its accessible, down-to-earth tone makes it suitable for personal reflection, small group study, or pastoral care.

Whether you are struggling with a specific crisis or simply seeking a deeper sense of hope and peace, this book offers pathways toward healing and renewal.

About the Authors

Amber C. Haines and Seth Haines are authors, speakers, and spiritual guides known for their honest and heartfelt writing about faith, grief, healing, and transformation. They draw from their own experiences of struggle and recovery to offer readers wisdom and encouragement.

Contents

• Introduction: Why Hope Matters
• The Roots of Despair
• Finding God in Darkness
• Spiritual Practices for Resilience
• Healing Through Prayer and Meditation
• Building a Supportive Community
• The Practice of Gratitude
• Joy Amid Suffering
• Creating Space for Peace
• Conclusion: Living with Hope