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Max Lucado Books in Order

Explore Max Lucado books in order, with concise summaries, reading suggestions, series background, and helpful places to begin.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Max Lucado books in publication order

267 books

Before Amen Prayer Journal

by Max Lucado

2014

A guided journal for readers practicing the prayer ideas in *Before Amen*. It provides space to write prayers, reflect on Scripture, and build a regular habit.

Before Amen Study Guide

by Max Lucado

2014

A study companion to *Before Amen* that helps groups talk about prayer. It includes questions and prompts for moving from uncertainty toward honest conversation with God.

Dad Time

by Max Lucado

2014

A warm book for fathers and children about making time together count. Its short reflections and ideas encourage attention, play, faith, and everyday connection.

Is God Good?

by Good News Publishers & Max Lucado

2014

A brief book for readers wrestling with whether God can be trusted in a painful world. Lucado responds with Scripture, grace, and an emphasis on God's steady love.

Miracle at the Higher Grounds Cafe

by Max Lucado, Candace Lee & Eric Newman

2014

Chelsea Chambers is overwhelmed by grief and questions when a strange visitor arrives at her struggling cafe. This fictional story explores loss, faith, community, and the possibility of miracles.

Pocket Prayers

by Max Lucado

2014

A small collection of ready-to-use prayers for ordinary needs and difficult moments. Lucado offers simple words for gratitude, worry, forgiveness, guidance, and hope.

The Christmas Story for Children

by Max Lucado

2014

A simple retelling of the first Christmas for young readers. It follows Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the birth of Jesus with warm, clear language.

Glory Days Study Guide

by Max Lucado

2015

A small-group guide for exploring *Glory Days*. It helps participants discuss courage, God's promises, obstacles, and living with confidence rather than defeat.

God Is With You Every Day

by Max Lucado

2015

A daily devotional with short readings about God's companionship in both joyful and difficult moments. It is built for readers seeking a steady daily word of encouragement.

He Fights for You

by Max Lucado

2015

A concise devotional reminder that readers do not face every battle alone. Lucado draws on biblical promises to encourage courage, prayer, and trust.

Let the Journey Begin

by Max Lucado

2015

An encouraging book for graduates and young adults at a new beginning. Lucado writes about decisions, purpose, identity, faith, and taking the next step.

Lucado Treasury of Bedtime Prayers

by Max Lucado & Denalyn Lucado

2015

A collection of short prayers for children and families to share at bedtime. The prayers cover gratitude, safety, forgiveness, loved ones, and restful sleep.

Six Hours One Friday

by Max Lucado

2015

Lucado pauses over the six hours Jesus spent on the cross. His reflections connect Christ's suffering with forgiveness, suffering, love, and hope for wounded people.

Because of Bethlehem

by Max Lucado

2016

Lucado returns to Bethlehem to explore the personal meaning of Christmas. He connects Jesus' birth with hope for loneliness, fear, shame, and the need to be welcomed.

More to Your Story

by Max Lucado

2016

A Bible study through the New Testament that helps readers place their lives within God's larger story. It explores purpose, identity, and the possibility of a changed future.

Pocket Prayers for Graduates

by Max Lucado

2016

A small prayer collection for graduates stepping into a new season. It offers words for decisions, courage, purpose, gratitude, and trust.

Ten Women of the Bible

by Max Lucado & Jenna Lucado Bishop

2016

A guided study of ten biblical women and the faith questions their stories raise. It provides Scripture, reflection, and discussion material for individuals or groups.

Anxious for Nothing

by Max Lucado

2017

Using Philippians 4, Lucado offers a practical path for confronting anxiety through prayer, gratitude, and trust. The book speaks to persistent worry without offering easy fixes.

Glory Days

by Max Lucado

2017

Lucado uses Israel's entrance into the promised land to explore courage and God's provision. He encourages readers to move beyond merely surviving toward faithful, hopeful living.

I'm Not a Scaredy Cat

by Max Lucado & Shirley Ng-Benitez

2017

A child-friendly book that helps young readers name fears and remember they are not alone. Its calm message encourages courage, prayer, and trust in God.

Less Fret, More Faith

by Max Lucado

2017

A compact encouragement for readers stuck in worry. Lucado offers simple reminders about prayer, trust, and choosing faith when the mind keeps racing.

Trade Your Cares for Calm

by Max Lucado

2017

A short devotional resource for children or families dealing with anxious feelings. Lucado offers simple reminders about giving worries to God and finding peace.

Who Is This Jesus?

by Max Lucado

2017

A concise introduction to Jesus' identity, life, teachings, death, and resurrection. Lucado writes for readers who want a clear, accessible starting point.

Worship

by Max Lucado

2017

A brief devotional reflection on worship as more than music or a weekly gathering. Lucado invites readers to respond to God with gratitude, attention, and trust.

God Always Keeps His Promises

by Max Lucado

2018

A children's book that introduces God's faithfulness through simple words and illustrations. It reassures young readers that God's promises can be trusted.

Life Lessons from Colossians and Philemon

by Max Lucado

2018

A guided study of Colossians and Philemon, with attention to Christ's sufficiency, forgiveness, relationships, and life in a faithful community.

Life Lessons from Galatians

by Max Lucado

2018

A study guide through Galatians that explores freedom, grace, faith, and life led by the Spirit. It works for individual reading or group discussion.

Life Lessons from Hebrews

by Max Lucado

2018

A study guide through Hebrews that explores perseverance, faith, Jesus' priesthood, and the call to keep going when belief feels costly.

Life Lessons from James

by Max Lucado

2018

A practical study through James, focusing on wisdom, speech, trials, faith in action, and the everyday shape of a faithful life.

Life Lessons from Philippians

by Max Lucado

2018

A guided study through Philippians, with questions and reflections on joy, humility, worry, contentment, and life centered on Christ.

Life Lessons from Revelation

by Max Lucado

2018

A guided introduction to Revelation that emphasizes worship, endurance, hope, and God's final victory. It is designed to make a difficult biblical book more approachable.

Our Ultimate Hope

by Max Lucado

2018

A concise devotional book about the hope Christians place in God beyond present circumstances. Lucado points readers toward promises that remain when life feels unstable.

Praying the Promises

by Max Lucado

2018

A collection that pairs biblical promises with short prayers and reflections. It helps readers turn Scripture into personal conversation with God during daily life.

Unshakable Hope

by Max Lucado

2018

Lucado builds a case for hope around key promises of God. The book addresses uncertainty, fear, suffering, and death with a focus on what believers can hold onto.

Unshakable Hope Promise Book

by Max Lucado

2018

A gift-sized gathering of promises from Scripture selected to encourage hope. It is meant for short reading during uncertain, fearful, or discouraging seasons.

Unshakable Hope Study Guide

by Max Lucado

2018

A group-study companion to *Unshakable Hope*. It offers discussion questions and exercises for exploring God's promises in the face of everyday challenges.

Happy Today

by Max Lucado

2019

A small collection of uplifting reflections about choosing gratitude, kindness, and trust today. It is designed as a quick source of encouragement.

How Happiness Happens

by Max Lucado

2019

Lucado argues that lasting joy often grows when people serve, encourage, and make room for others. The book offers practical habits for a less self-focused life.

How Happiness Happens Study Guide

by Max Lucado

2019

A discussion guide for exploring how generosity, encouragement, and service shape a more joyful life. It is built for practical group conversation and reflection.

Life Lessons from Daniel and Esther

by Max Lucado

2019

A study guide through Daniel and Esther, focusing on courage, faithfulness, wisdom, and trusting God in unfamiliar or risky situations.

Life Lessons from Ezra and Nehemiah

by Max Lucado

2019

A guided study of rebuilding, leadership, prayer, and community through Ezra and Nehemiah. It invites readers to consider renewal after loss or disruption.

Life Lessons from Psalms

by Max Lucado

2019

A guided study through selected Psalms, with attention to prayer, praise, fear, grief, trust, and honest conversation with God.

Begin Again

by Max Lucado

2020

A brief encouragement for readers who need a fresh start after failure, disappointment, or change. Lucado points toward grace, forgiveness, and the possibility of beginning again.

God Will Help You

by Max Lucado

2020

A brief reassurance for people in a hard season. Lucado offers Scripture-based reminders that help, strength, and God's presence are available when needed.

You Are Never Alone

by Max Lucado

2020

Lucado looks at Jesus' miracles in John to reassure readers facing isolation and helplessness. The book emphasizes God's presence and power in situations that feel beyond control.

NIV, The Story

by Randy Frazee & Max Lucado

2021

A Bible edition arranged to present Scripture as one unfolding narrative. It helps readers follow the larger story from creation through redemption and the early church.

3:16

by Max Lucado

2022

Lucado centers this book on John 3:16 and its message of God's love, salvation, and eternal life. It offers a straightforward introduction to the heart of the gospel.

Help Is Here

by Max Lucado

2022

Lucado explores the Holy Spirit as God's present help for ordinary believers. He writes about guidance, comfort, courage, prayer, and living with a less lonely faith.

Start with Prayer

by Max Lucado

2022

A concise invitation to make prayer the first response rather than the last resort. Lucado offers practical encouragement for readers who want a simpler prayer life.

They Walked with God

by Max Lucado

2022

Lucado reflects on biblical figures whose lives show faith in action. The book uses their stories to encourage readers facing ordinary choices, setbacks, and questions.

You Can Count on God: 100 Devotions for Kids

by Max Lucado

2022

One hundred short devotions that help children learn about God's faithfulness in everyday life. Each entry offers a simple lesson, Scripture focus, and encouragement.

Bedtime Prayers for Little Ones

by Max Lucado, Denalyn Lucado & Lisa Alderson

2023

A collection of simple bedtime prayers for young children and the adults who read with them. The prayers cover gratitude, comfort, family, and restful sleep.

Calm Moments for Anxious Days

by Max Lucado

2023

A devotional collection for readers facing anxiety and racing thoughts. Lucado provides short pauses built around Scripture, prayer, calm, and trust.

God Never Gives Up on You

by Max Lucado

2023

Using the life of Jacob, Lucado writes about a God who keeps working with flawed people. The book addresses failure, change, second chances, and stubborn grace.

He Gets Us

by Max Lucado & He Gets Us

2023

A short introduction to Jesus as someone who understands human weakness, sorrow, temptation, and need. Lucado presents Christ's compassion in direct, accessible language.

In the Footsteps of the Savior

by Max Lucado

2023

Lucado follows the geographic and spiritual path of Jesus' ministry through the Holy Land. The book connects biblical places with reflections on Christ's life and mission.

Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone

by Max Lucado

2024

A gentle picture book for children who feel lonely or uncertain. It reassures them of a parent's love and God's close, steady presence.

Prayers to Share 100 Pass-along Reminders: You Are Never Alone

by Max Lucado

2024

A collection of short prayers and reminders designed to be shared with others. Its encouraging messages focus on comfort, companionship, and God's faithful presence.

Stories for Your Soul

by Max Lucado

2024

A collection of Lucado's inspirational stories and reflections for readers seeking comfort and perspective. The pieces return to grace, hope, prayer, and God's care.

What Happens Next

by Max Lucado

2024

Lucado offers a reader-friendly guide to biblical teaching about the end times. He focuses on hope, Christ's return, and how future promises can shape present faith.

God Bless This Child

by Max Lucado

2025

A warm blessing for a child, celebrating God's love and hopes for their life. It is designed as a gentle gift book for families.

Never Give Up

by Max Lucado

2025

A concise encouragement to persevere through setbacks and long seasons of waiting. Lucado points readers toward God's faithfulness and the strength to keep going.

Tame Your Thoughts

by Max Lucado

2025

Lucado offers practical faith-based tools for confronting destructive thought patterns. He addresses worry, guilt, anxiety, and mental habits that can keep readers stuck.

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Calm Thoughts for Kids: 90 Devotions for Anxious Days

by Max Lucado

2026

Ninety short devotions for children dealing with worry, fear, or overwhelming thoughts. Each reading offers a calming faith-based perspective and a practical moment to pause.

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Seeking After the Heart of God for 52 Weeks

by Max Lucado

2026

A yearlong devotional study that helps readers pursue a closer relationship with God. Weekly readings and questions create space for reflection, prayer, and steady growth.

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Unbreakable Courage

by Max Lucado

2026

Lucado encourages readers facing fear, pressure, or discouragement to build courage through faith. The book draws on Scripture to offer steady rather than flashy confidence.

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You Can Be Brave

by Max Lucado

2026

A children's encouragement to face scary moments with courage and faith. Lucado helps young readers understand bravery as taking the next step even when afraid.

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