When we say “but God,” it is all too often followed by a question mark. No, asking God “why” is not wrong, but complaining with a stomped foot, a whiny voice, and an exasperated sigh as we reply “but God,” followed by yet another question mark of doubt, is not what Scripture tells us to do when we seek His face for answers.

Instead, our response in the midst of life’s daily routine, life’s struggles, and life’s inevitable trials should be to look at the contrast between our God and those circumstances and reply, with a giant exclamation point, “but God!”

My mom and I recently coauthored a Bible study book for women, titled But God: Question Mark or Exclamation Point?, and I haven’t said a great deal about it. We’ve been thrilled, overwhelmed, and sincerely humbled by the response of those who have ordered it, studied it, or used it in their Ladies’ Bible Study groups this fall.

This nine-lesson Bible study for women looks at some of the “But God” verses in the Bible. Designed for individuals or groups, each lesson includes blanks to help readers “search for answers” and also includes a page at the end of the lesson (appropriately titled “Petals from the Basket”) where readers can journal personal applications from their study time or record thoughts to discuss in group studies.

With Christmas coming and with churches choosing their Spring 2015 Ladies’ Bible Study materials, I wanted to take this opportunity to share the link to the purchase information for this study. You may click here to find out how to order your copies from Amazon, CreateSpace, or directly through Petals from the Basket if you are interested in quantity discounts.

It is our prayer that as you study these verses and apply these truths, your life will reflect the exclamation point of God’s love as you interact with others and glorify Him with your life!

“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever” (Psalm 73:26, KJV).