Whether you're new to faith or looking to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus, these resources are here to help you take your next step.

While West Side does not endorse every idea presented by every author, we believe we can learn from others while continuing to look to the Bible as our ultimate authority (Acts 17:11).

Shine Prayer Guide

This fall, we are entering an intentional season of spiritual renewal as a church, inviting God to do a deep work in our lives. We want to be grounded in prayer—seeking God sincerely and regularly. Hard copies of this prayer guide are available at the Next Steps Area.
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Made for People

Isolation may be the norm of modern life, but it doesn’t have to be the story of yours, and it isn’t what you were made for. In fact, you were made to be among people who know you fully and love you anyway. Leave behind loneliness and build the life of deep connection you long for. Discover the art of fostering life-giving, life-long friendships and the individual habits that make them possible.
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How to Pray and Read your Bible: Simple steps for spending time with God

It can be challenging to spend time with a God you can’t touch or see. The good news is that when we take steps to move closer to God, he promises to do the same. This resource, created by the West Side team, will guide you through practical ways to start spending regular time with God though prayer and Bible reading. Get a copy near the Next Steps Area at West Side.
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Bible Promises for Forgiveness

Forgiveness can be hard―but freedom is waiting for you on the other side. God wants to redeem your past from the clutches of hurt and pain. This pocket-size book of Scriptures provides hundreds of Bible promises to help you discover the relief, reconciliation, and restoration that is possible with God’s help.
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The Tech-Wise Family

Making conscientious choices about technology in our families is more than just using Internet filters and determining screen time limits for our children. It's about developing wisdom, character, and courage in the way we use digital media rather than accepting technology's promises of ease, instant gratification, and the world's knowledge at our fingertips. And it's definitely not just about the kids. Anyone who has felt their family relationships suffer or their time slip away amid technology's distractions will find in this book a path forward to reclaiming their real life in a world of devices.
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Boundaries in Marriage

Learn when to say yes and how to say no in the context of your marriage relationship. Healthy boundaries are the property lines that define and protect you and your spouse as individuals. Once you have them in place, a good marriage can become better, and a less-than-satisfying one can even be saved. Discover how boundaries can make life better today!
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Are My Kids on Track?

How can you raise courageous, compassionate, resilient, and empathetic kids? We have many tools for tracking our children's physical and intellectual development, but what about their hearts and souls? As you discover appropriate milestones for your child and encourage healthy development, you'll also learn the unique patterns of boys and girls, helping both genders flourish. Every chapter is filled with decades of experience, valuable research, and user-friendly practices to make supporting your child's heart and soul development a part of daily family life.
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One More Devotional

What if your life were so aligned with the mission of Jesus that living out and sharing your faith became as natural as breathing? The 30-Day One More devotional book will help you rediscover the joy and privilege of introducing others to the One who has transformed your life- simply by noticing the people you encounter every day.

This isn’t about pressure, techniques, or memorized scripts. It’s about moving from anxiety to confidence, from obligation to opportunity, and from silence to natural, meaningful conversations about what matters most.
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Emotionally Healthy Relationships Day By Day

Part of the bestselling Emotionally Healthy Spirituality book collection, this 40-day devotional will help you nurture the kind of healthy relationships you long for.

Emotionally Healthy Relationships Day by Day, like its sister devotional Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day, is your invitation into the ancient yet powerful discipline of the Daily Office, the practice of pausing morning and evening to reflect on God's work in your life.

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YouVersion Bible App

This most-downloaded Bible App not only gives your phone or tablet quick access to several versions of the Bible, but it also has a growing number of resources to help you: Bible reading plans, daily guided reflections, prayer tools and ways to connect with your friends about what you’re reading. You can even use the Bible App to listen to an audio version of Scripture! We recently added some of our devotionals as reading plans. Learn more and follow West Side on YouVersion by clicking "learn more."
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Lectio365

Want to listen to a spoken reflection with prayer and Scripture prompts? Lectio 365 is a free daily devotional resource that helps you slow down and pray with the Bible every day. You can use their app to access morning and evening prayers so you can open and close each day with God.

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RightNow Media Digital Library

Want to watch or listen to some videos that will strengthen your understanding of the Bible and challenge you to follow Jesus? Or, perhaps you’re looking for some faith-based videos and devotionals for your family? We’ve got you covered! We have a FREE account for you on RightNow Media, a digital library of resources. Go to www.wschurch.org/rnm to sign up for your free account. Then, download the app or go to the website and start exploring!
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Bible

Do you need a Bible? Would you like a copy in a translation that is easily understood? We would love to give you a free Bible. Come by the Next Steps area to get a copy of the Bible in the New Living Translation.
Available at West Side