Books By John E. Dobbs
Newest Book: Afternoon Break, Volume One
NEW BOOK! Afternoon Break offers Bible-based devotionals all designed to encourage the reader in their Christian walk. Each chapter is focused on themes of Scripture and is followed by questions of reflection. It is hoped that those reading this book will find encouraging thoughts that will bring hope, peace, strength, and a deeper trust in God’s grace. This book would be great for...
Personal devotion time (morning, afternoon, or night!)
Small group study and conversation
Thoughtful gift for special occasions and spiritual milestones
Sharing with a friend who is discouraged in their Christian walk
Bible study classes at church
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JESUS LIKES YOU: Fifty Words for Stronger Faith.
You may know that Jesus loves you, but did you know that JESUS LIKES YOU? Jesus Likes You is a book of fifty encouraging devotional readings aimed at helping readers grow closer to God. Each chapter is brief enough to be read in a short amount of time but rich enough to be thought-provoking and faith-building. Each of the fifty devotionals are centered on Scriptures that are both familiar and challenging, Jesus Likes You is ideal for morning devotions or evening readings for Christians who enjoy reflecting on how the Bible relates to everyday life. “John Dobbs does a wonderful job reminding us of the power of Jesus' love and his desire to have a relationship with us”—Roderick Washignton. (LINK)
Through Your Tears: Sorrow From Loss, Hope for Healing
Through Your Tears is a guide to help understand grief, how to make it through the most difficult days, how to reconcile God's place in our experience, and what to expect as you journey through. Through Your Tears would be a helpful gift to someone struggling with grief. The author speaks from experience with both grief and learning to live with loss. There is a Christian emphasis in this book. Churches may want to keep them on hand. The author hopes that everyone who reads this will be prepared and able to continue after a significant loss. What is inside?
*Reflection questions at the end of each chapter make good discussion in groups or journal prompts
*Practical action steps to work through grief
*How to approach special days and anniversaries
*Intersection of faith and grief. How do I relate to God as a bereaved person?
*Pertinent Scriptures from the Bible that encourage us in our struggle with grief.
*The author's own grief story.
“Having just retired from 56 years of ministry, this is the book that I wish I had to give to grieving families”—Bruce Henderson
Link to Spanish Edition, translated by Bart Stewart
Lord, Hear My Prayer: Prayers & Prompts From the Psalms
Lord, Hear My Prayer is a journey through the Psalms emphasizing prayer. The introductory chapter presents some of the challenges of praying through the Psalms. For all 150 Psalms, there is a portion of Scripture, a prayer formed from the text, and a prompt for personal prayer. It is hoped that the reader will be drawn into the heart language of the Psalms to find a voice for individual prayers. (LINK)
“This is a helpful reminder of the beauty of the Psalms, the power of prayer, and the majesty of God”—Travis Bookout
Merry Christmas to a Broken Heart: A Devotional Companion for December
Grief, illness, divorce, and sadness can make the holiday season especially painful. Merry Christmas to a Broken Heart is a collection of thirty-one devotionals, one for each day in December. John Dobbs walks through the holidays with those who struggle during the season. John has faced his own experience with grief and has led grief support groups for many years. These insights and reflections are meant to provide comfort and peace, emphasizing faith and the strength to be found in the Lord. This would be an excellent resource for those who are facing the holidays for the first time after a loss or during a difficult season. It would also be a good experience to read through the book together with a group of hurting people looking for support and guidance. Gently and positively, the author urges readers to acknowledge their pain and look beyond the suffering for help and hope in the Scriptures. (LINK)
“I cannot think of a better book to help someone who is grieving, especially as the holidays draw near. John Dobbs writes in a way that deeply connects with the reader’s heart, touching the hidden pains held within and offering peace and comfort that frees the wounded to live again. If you are struggling with grief, then you need this book”—Casey Clements.
A Sinner’s Guide to Grace: Good News for the Wayward and Broken
\Christians sometimes struggle to understand grace, much less accept grace. The best news anyone can hear is that the free gift of grace is available for all sinners through Jesus Christ. A Sinner's Guide to Grace explores Scripture to discover the concepts of grace that will help the reader see what grace really is about and how it has an important place in our lives. This book is good news for the wayward and the broken, pointing our way back to God when we have wandered from Him. Each chapter helps us grow in appreciation and love for a graceful God who knows everything about us and loves us anyway.(LINK)
“My friend, John Dobbs, in his tender yet challenging words has helped me both emotionally and theologically to better accept and process the gift of grace that the Lord offers to me and all of humankind. This book is a gift of grace itself”—Dr. Timothy Gunnells
A Holy Lens: 101 Prayers Focused on God’s Word
This unique devotional features 101 captivating passages of Scripture, each one paired with a heartfelt prayer and a thought-provoking prayer prompt. But what makes this book truly special is that it's written by a community of 13 passionate writers. From a variety of backgrounds and experiences, their collective wisdom offers a rich tapestry of prayer, providing you with diverse perspectives on how to connect with God. (LINK)
“A Holy Lens offers you the unique insight of 13 different writers who each, in their own way, meditated and prayed over these scriptures. In this way, they encourage you to join them in meditation and prayer over scripture to create a growing continuum of praise, adoration, confession, and mindfulness. Rich in seeds of wisdom and hope, this book will truly feed your soul“—Jennifer Rundlet
Seven Signs, Seven Days: A Devotional Companion for John’s Gospel
In each story, you will see His heart, His power, and His deep love for you. Whether John’s Gospel is new to you or an old, beloved friend, this devotional is meant to walk beside you—helping you see Jesus more clearly, trust Him more deeply, and love Him more dearly, one day and one chapter at a time.
Perfect for personal devotions, small groups, or Bible classes working through John’s Gospel.
Focuses on the seven key signs in John and the final seven days of Jesus’ earthly ministry, highlighting their meaning for your everyday life.
Written in a warm, accessible style for ordinary believers who want to know Jesus more intimately.
Encourages you to read with an open Bible, pray through each chapter, and journal your own reflections and prayers.
Ideal for readers who love the Gospel of John and want a companion that points them back to Scripture and to the heart of Jesus. (LINK)
“I encourage you buy, read Seven Signs, Seven Days and fall in love with the Messiah about whom both John the Apostle and John Dobbs point us to. You will be blessed” – Brad Carman