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Few Christian teachers are as widely read and loved as Max Lucado. He’s the loveable uncle of the Christian publishing world whose books are a touchstone of hope and encouragement for everyone. Through homespun stories and Biblical teaching, Max has helped millions of believers take comfort in Christ’s love.
The impact of Max's books come from one simple rule:
“What can I say on Sunday that will still matter on Monday?”
All of Max’s teaching is there to help believers find encouragement when it’s needed and hope for when life is tough. Many of Max’s life lessons are hard-won, coming from his own story and journey of faith.
Born in San Angelo in Texas on January 11, 1955, Max Lucado is the youngest of four children. Books have always been a part of Max’s life. Even when he was at Abilene Christian University studying Communication, Max went door-to-door selling books to make ends meet. Being an author wasn’t always his life plan. Originally, Max Lucado wanted to be a lawyer. That plan was, however, changed when Abeline University required him to take a Biblical studies course. That, alongside a mission trip, changed Max’s mind and the plan that he had for his life. After graduation, Max became an associate minister in Miami. This was the time where he married Denalyn and the couple moved to become missionaries in Brazil.
In 1988 Max Lucado took on the role of a minister at Oak Hills Church in San Antonio where he served for almost 20 years before announcing his decision to step down in 2007. He still preaches there and spends his time writing books and sermons.
Max Lucado has written almost 100 books, starting with 'On the Anvil: Stories On Being Shaped into God's Image' up to his most recent book ‘Begin Again: Your Hope and Renewal Start Today’. Max has written for a wide range of readers and ages, but each one holds true to his rule of asking “What can I say on Sunday that will still matter on Monday?”.
Here’s the list of every Max Lucado book, according to his own website:
On the Anvil: Stories On Being Shaped into God's Image, 1985
No Wonder They Call Him the Savior, 1986
God Came Near, 1987
Six Hours One Friday, 1989
The Applause of Heaven, 1990
In the Eye of the Storm, 1991
And the Angels Were Silent, 1992
Just in Case You Ever Wonder, 1992; updated 2019
Tell Me the Story, 1992
He Still Moves Stones, 1993
Tell Me the Secrets, 1993
When God Whispers Your Name, 1994
The Children of the King, 1994
The Crippled Lamb, 1994
A Gentle Thunder, 1995
The Song of the King, 1995
In the Grip of Grace, 1996
General Editor, The Inspirational Study Bible, 1995
Walking With the Savior, 1996
God’s Inspirational Promises, 1996
The Glory of Christmas, 1996
Alabaster’s Song, 1996
You Are Special, 1997
Cosmic Christmas, 1997
The Great House of God, 1997
The Greatest Moments, 1997
Just Like Jesus, 1998
Let the Journey Begin, 1998
The Cross, 1998
Jacob’s Gift, 1998
The Christmas Child, 1998 (Formerly The Christmas Cross)
The Gift for All People, 1998
Because I Love You, 1999
When Christ Comes, 1999
Just the Way You Are, 1999
Grace for the Moment, 2000
All You Ever Need, 2000
He Chose the Nails, 2000
In the Footsteps of Jesus, 2000
Small Gifts in God’s Hands, 2000
Shaped By God (Formerly On The Anvil), 2001
With You All the Way, 2001
Travelling Light, 2001
You Are Mine, 2001
Safe in the Shepherd’s Arms, 2001
America Looks Up, 2001
Traveling Light Journal, 2001
One Incredible Moment, 2001
He Chose You, 2002
Just For You, 2002
Traveling Light for Mothers, 2002
If I Only Had a Green Nose, 2002
A Love Worth Giving, fall 2002
An Angel Story (Formerly Cosmic Christmas), 2002
Best of All, 2003
God Thinks You’re Wonderful, 2003
Just Like Jesus for Teens, 2003
Hermie: A Common Caterpillar, 2003
Next Door Savior, fall 2003
Come Thirsty, 2004
A Hat For Ivan, 2004
Flo, The Lyin’ Fly, 2004
It’s Not About Me, 2004
Everyday Blessings, 2004
Punchinello and the Most Marvelous Gift, 2004
Punchinello One of a Kind, 2004
Webster The Scaredy Spider, 2004
Lucia and the Razzly Dazzly Wemberry Pies, 2004
The 12 Bugs of Christmas, 2004
A Fruitcake Christmas, 2005
The Way Home, A Princess Story, 2005
Stanley The Stink Bug, 2006
Cure For The Common Life, fall 2005
Turn, 2005
God’s Mirror, 2005
God’s Promises For You, 2006 (Updated Edition)
Your Special Gift, 2006
Grace For The Moment II, 2006
Facing Your Giants, 2006
The Oak In The Acorn, 2006
The Christmas Candle, 2006
For These Tough Times, 2006
Coming Home, 2007
Milo The Mantis Who Wouldn’t Pray, 2007
You! God’s Brand New Idea, 2007
3:16 The Numbers of Hope, Fall 2007
Every Day Deserves A Chance, 2007
Buzby and The Grumble Bees, 2007
Cast of Characters, 2008
His Name Is Jesus, 2009
Fearless, 2009
Tallest of the Smalls, 2009
Outlive Your Life, 2010
One Hand Two Hands, 2010
You Changed My Life, 2010
You Can Be Everything God Wants You to Be, 2010
General Editor, Lucado Life Lesson Study Bible, 2010
This Is Love, 2011
Lived Loved, 2011
Max on Life, 2011
God’s Story, Your Story, 2011 (retitled 2016)
Lucado Inspirational Reader, 2011
Great Day Every Day (previous title- Every Day Deserves a Chance), 2012
Cast of Character: Lost and Found, 2012
Grace, 2012
Grace Happens Here, 2012
The Boy and The Ocean, 2012
Who Is This Jesus, 2012
You’ll Get Through This, 2013
God Will Carry You Through, 2013
Itsy Bitsy Christmas, 2013
On Calvary’s Hill, 2013
Before Amen, 2014
Miracle at Higher Grounds Café, 2014
The Lucado Inspirational Reader, 2013
Dad Time, 2014
Glory Days, 2015
God is With You Every Day, 2015
More to Your Story (previously titled, God’s Story, Your Story), 2016
Because of Bethlehem, 2016
Anxious for Nothing, 2017
Trade Your Cares for Calm, 2017
Scaredy Cat, 2017
Unshakable Hope, 2018
Praying the Promises, 2018
Unshakable Hope Promise Book for Students, 2018
God Always Keeps His Promises (Unshakable Hope for Kids) 2018
How Happiness Happens, 2019
Happy Today Journal, 2019
Jesus, the God Who Knows Your Name, 2020 (includes some original content)
Grace for the Family Devotional, 2020
Lucado Encouraging Word Bible, 2020 (updated notes & formatting)
You Are Never Alone, September 2020
Begin Again, January 2021 (compilation includes some original content)
God Will Help You, (gift book) January 2021
Anxious for Nothing Young Readers Edition, July 2021
Max Lucado’s bestselling and best-loved books include the Wemmicks series of books for children. The Wemmiks are a collection of walking, talking wooden puppets made by a creator, and feature characters like Punchinello who learns all about who he is and why he is more special than he realises. The illustrations and characters have a warm, Italian folk-tale feel to them, much in the way of Pinocchio. Max’s own father was of Italian origin, making the connection to the books altogether more personal and endearing.
With titles like Anxious for Nothing, Unshakeable Hope, God Will Use This for Good and You’ll Get Through This, it’s easy to see encouragement is baked into everything Max Lucado writes. In his own words, Max “writes books for people who don’t read books.” Rather, Max’s books are more like sermons put to paper...which is what they are. All of Max’s books begin as sermon series usually delivered from the stage at Oak Hills Church. From there they are bound in hardback or paperback and land on bookshelves around the world.
But it’s not all books. There are also group Bible studies based on Max’s books, DVD courses, animated children’s DVDs and even feature films based on Max’s work.
Resurrection, for example, is a feature-length dramatisation of the Easter story based on one of Max Lucado’s own stories.
As well as teaching and Bible study, Max has tried his hand at fiction. Not long ago, he penned Miracle at Higher Grounds Cafe, a story based on a supernatural cafe with a connection to the divine and the question “What if you could ask God anything?”.
Just because Max describes his books and stories as being written “for people who don’t read books” doesn’t mean they aren’t a delight to read. Like time spent in company with a good friend, readers can’t seem to get enough for Max’s warm and witty books.
If you are new to Max Lucado, or just want to find Max’s latest book, then look no further than ‘Begin Again’.
‘Begin Again’ is all about finding hope in second chances and starting over. The whole book is based on a simple acronym:
Believe in Your Trustworthy God
Enjoy God’s Good Gifts
Ground Yourself in His Promises
Influence Your World
Nurture an Eternal Perspective
By bringing together new and collected writings from Max, Begin Again offers a route to anybody in need of a fresh start. It’s an encouraging introduction to a Christian writer and teacher who has helped millions find hope for the future and freedom from worry. His signature blend of Biblical teaching and wisdom is an inspiration to all. There is no better time to start again than now, and Max Lucado’s books will guide you in getting where you want to be.
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